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Viva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf

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Exterior
Exterior
Pool
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bottom Flr King plus Queen Murphy Bed

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Middle Flr East Beachfront King

1 King Bed

Middle Flr NE King

1 King Bed

MIddle Flr NW King

1 King Bed

Middle Flr West Beachfront King

1 King Bed

Top Flr Primary King and Daybed and Trundle

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Flr Bedroom/Pool Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Middle Flr NE

Toilet · Shower only

Middle Flr NW

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Middle Flr SE

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Middle Flr SW

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Top Flr Half Bath

Toilet

Top Flr Primary Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Viva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf

Viva La Kiva is a beautiful beachfront home with true coastal feel, 6 King bedrooms, each with a private bath, an elevator, and a private 10'x28' private pool that can be heated from October to May for $60 per day. It has amazing views with broad porches that span the width of each of the three levels of the house.

Plus you'll have FREE Golf and Activities every day of your stay to make it even better (value of up to $700/day). Sorry, Kiva Dunes is not one of the courses that participates in the free activities program but is available to play at normal rates. Free rounds are available at Gulf Shores Golf Club, Lost Key, and Soldier's Creek.

The bottom floor has a gracious entry, a screened porch that overlooks the private pool, a bedroom with a King bed plus a twin daybed and twin trundle, a full bath, a laundry, and the garage.

The middle floor features a family room and 4 King bedrooms, each with a private bath.

The top floor has a large living area with amazing views, a huge round dining table that our guests love, a kitchen, a powder room, and the master bedroom and bath. The master bedroom has a King bed plus an alcove with a twin daybed and twin trundle.

Located in the Kiva Dunes Beach and Golf Resort, Viva La Kiva is on a huge beachfront lot and has access to neighborhood tennis courts as well as the golf course and lodge.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Start a load of towels in the washing machine
Leave beds unmade that have been used
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We require a signed rental agreement for each reservation that will outline expectations for payment, cancellation policy, and other important info!
We reserve the ability to request photo identification on an as needed basis.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 612300vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Highlands, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Billy's Seafood are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Edith Hammock - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club - 11 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Viva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Viva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Viva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf on 30 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,381, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Viva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Viva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Viva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Viva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Viva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Highlands holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach. Bon Secour Bay and Edith Hammock are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and perfect view
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was as advertised and perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Walter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends Vacation

Wonderful location and views. Plenty of parking and seclusion from the crowds, which is what we were looking for. Short drives to fine dining and groceries.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girlfriend Getaway…

The house was amazing and accommodating for thirteen of us…plenty of room! The elevator was a plus, especially since the kitchen is located on the top level. The views were spectacular, and we loved the secluded location…definitely hope to return for another visit soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break 2024

This place is gorgeous! We loved everything about it - the gorgeous view, private pool, great beds for all, and beautiful furnishings. The free activities were a wonderful bonus. We are already dreaming of when we can come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2024
Thanks Amy! We are looking forward to your next stay! And your Repeat Guest Preferred Rates:-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

50th bday trip

First of all, the house is amazing! The views incredible and we had excellent weather and we were able to enjoy the beach and the pool. The staff and rental agents were responsive and professional. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Great place for a friends get away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great home - kitchen very well stocked. Lots of space and amazing view. Great place to rent for a friends weekend where everyone got their own room and bathroom.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M. W.

Viva La Kiva Paradise!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Love the house. This is our 3rd time to rent it for a week and we’ll be back next year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Perfect for Multiple Families

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful set up for multiple families to stay. 6 king size bedrooms with each having its own bathroom. Separate spaces, yet large enough top floor for everyone to gather. Lovely accommodations.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

2023

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break 2024

Amazing house and property with everything that is needed. The kids loved being able to go from the pool to the beach and then back and forth again and again. For a house of this size it was amazing how clean and spotless it was. Hats off to the cleaning crew that takes care of this property. I would definitely recommend this property to a friend and would stay again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious house with nice finishes

This is our 2nd year at this house and we love it. There were 11 of us and we never feel on top of each other. The view is amazing and the pool is a nice extra. Lots of chairs to borrow from the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jennifer G.

Great home

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay was good! Beautiful home! We did find 4 nails in the pool from work being done on the house and we had some little kids swimming which was disappointing and not to mention did nothing about it, but overall good.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amber T.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Location was great house was was okay, towels were dirt and appeared to not have been washed.

Back decks during night had many cockroaches. Dishwasher leaked and flooring and lower ceiling showed water damage/ dry rot
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Summer in the south after 40 days of rain unfortunately means there are lots of critters outside. The pest control company has been out to treat the yard. The dishwasher leak was caused when it was opened during operation so it seems to be ok. The water from the dishwasher did create a water stain on the ceiling below. No rot. For 2023 you'll see a completely new kitchen and more.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Perfect house for a large family!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 15 family members came for Thanksgiving. Wonderful open floor plan for cooking and gathering. Loved the multiple seating nooks+ the views from the upper floor are wonderful with all the windows. The teenager enjoyed having their own living space on 2nd floor. All around great house we will rent again for our family. Elevator easy to use for grandparents .
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec 2023
Yay! We look forward to your next stay--don't forget Repeat Guest Preferred Pricing.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Martin L.

Viva La Kiva Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice place. Enjoyed our stay and plan on staying again. The only real downfalls were that the pool wasn't heated when we arrived and took a couple of days to get warm...and not to the 88degrees advertised. The elevator was also hit or miss...needs to be looked at. All in all we love Gulf Shores and the house. Next year we will pick a warmer time of year to enjoy the ocean.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2024
We appreciate the feedback and your patience during your stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Epic Spring Break Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fabulous time and have already booked the house for Spring Break last year. We had great communication with the rental company anytime we needed something. There are a few things that would be helpful to have in the home and I submitted those items so hopefully they are there when we return next year. It’s our 4th trip to Gulf Shores and the 3rd house we have stayed in and the area and house are our absolute favorite!! The added and included activities are a huge plus. Our group enjoyed the fishing trip, miniature golf, golf, dolphin cruise and parasailing (some multiple times during the 11 days we were there).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Military Family 2019

It was a beautiful place. Loved the pool, beach access, and privacy. Biggest complaint is fix your elevator!! We had to call at least 4 times about it. There were several of us who needed it and booked the house because of it. Also when you are on vacation you should not have to wash all the towels and fold them. It is one thing to load the dishwasher but should not be required to put up the clean dishes. We pay a cleaning fee so clean!! Overall had a nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Thanks for taking time to leave comments--we appreciate it! The elevator was fixed within a couple of days. I think the elevator repair person told you about the part that had to be ordered. We ask you to get the towels started--that way they are not left in wet piles on carpet, beds, etc and it radically reduces the number of lost items left under towels. If you liked it this year, we think you'll really be pleased next year. We have some updates coming this winter that we think will leave you smiling.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay from 13 women, but............

We loved our stay and rebooked for next year. Especially loved the round dining table that seated 13 perfectly! However we trust that the water filter/dispenser on refrigerator in kitchen will be fixed. (We had to bring in many gallons of water for coffee and drinking as we were told in grocery to not drink the tap water) AND we hope all doors and accesses are properly secure. We had several sliding glass doors that would not lock properly. We look forward to next yr. With an extra day added.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann B.

Viva - Year Six

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Another wonderful year at Viva La Kiva! The weather was delightful! The house has survived the storms...we missed the Full size refrigerator in the garage, the small sofa and 2 missing chairs beside the kitchen, a chair in all the bedrooms, the second floor kitchen area and chairs... with our normal full house we were sitting on top of each other and at the grocery everyday for milk. Everyone who came by the house was very helpful, fast and friendly!This year the garage was sparkling clean. We hope to be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Wait until you see Viva La Kiva in 2023! Lots of awesome things are happening this winter.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

JENNY D.

Viva La Vaca !!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home, the pictures don't do it justice. Worked perfectly for our family, giving each of my 4 kids family's their privacy as well as more than enough common space for meals, games, and fun both inside and out. We had 3 occasions to contact the owner during our stay with questions and they got back to us immediately and solved our concern. Best hosts! Location is 25 minute drive from town, but worth it if you value privacy and want to treat yourself like the rich and famous for a week ~ If you have the opportunity to spend a week in paradise, I highly recommend Viva La Kiva.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2023
Joseph, We are happy to hear you and your family had a wonderful stay at Viva La Kiva! We hope to work with you in the future!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mary Kay W.

Great Place but don't expect to re-rent same week

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our group of 13 ladies love this house. We rented it in 2023 and re-rented it for 2024. However when we tried to re-rent for the following year prior to end of our stay, GSVR allowed someone else to rent our timeframe for 2025. I understand anyone wanting to stay here. All rooms are king suites and first and 3rd floor ensuites have extra sleeping of twin & trundle or queen size murphy bed. Love the living area is on top floor and the large round table is awesome for a large group. We are so sad that now we have to go back to the drawing board to find another place for our group. NOT HAPPY about that!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2024
We hate that you missed rebooking the same dates and hope you'll try again another time. Because of the strong demand for our homes, we recommend not waiting until the morning of departure when it is open for all reservations. We do our best to accommodate rebookings.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

H M.

Beach Trip 2018

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home, well stocked except we could not find an iron or blow dryer. Due to the open design the house can be a bit noisy, maybe an area rug could help cut down. Although, the house was clean the wood floors were not. GSVR was very attentive to any issues we brought to their attention, but we did lose the signal again on the main tv, maybe some written instructions could have assisted us in getting the signal back. We were very disappointed an agreement could not be reached to allow us to rent chairs/umbrellas in front of the house. WARNING-We love staying in Fort Morgan, but please bring bug repellant(the No See Ums were awful!)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
The iron is in the bottom floor laundry but we do not provide blow dryers, you'll want to bring those. Please let us know if you find something is not cleaned appropriately--we will absolutely come remedy that although we hope to prevent it in the first place. Kiva Dunes seems to have resolved the beach service issue. When you call them you ask for "beach service for the west side" which means in front of the private homes.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann B.

Our 9th Year

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A great spot for our family.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Great vacation!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is in perfect location, beach front, private pool,very clean, our hostess was very helpful, great house, highly recommend!

About the host

Hosted by Our Team at Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc

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Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals is a locally-based, family-owned, professional vacation management company. We specialize in large homes, mainly beachfront with 6-12 bedrooms, and most with private pools. During your stay we have a team ready to assist, 7 days a week, should you need assistance, Thank you for considering our homes for your next beach vacation.

Why they chose this property

Once you see the beach at Kiva Dunes, you'll understand immediately. Homes are nestled into the dunes in one of the only protected dune areas remaining on the Gulf Coast. Combine the natural beauty of nearly 2 acres, right on the beach with the amenities of the Kiva Dunes Resort and you've got an amazing getaway.

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