Sandpiper is a low density three story complex. Its unique V shape building and shared common area walkway in front of each condo lends to a friendly get to know your neighbor atmosphere. Family reunions, large groups of people traveling together and individual families choose this property often. The tropical courtyard, seasonally-heated swimming pool (mid-March through October, as needed) and grilling areas give Sandpiper an ambiance all its own. It is a highly requested property and has the most repeat guests.
This bright and cheery condo has all you'll need for your family to enjoy its beach stay in at-home comfort. The fully-equipped kitchen boasts both a Keurig and a standard drip coffee maker. Both bathrooms have been tiled, with one having a gorgeous, walk-in shower.
*Guests must be 25 to rent *Monthly rentals JANUARY ONLY *No smoking, no pets
Property manager
Bender Realty & Property Management, Inc.
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Languages
English
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Amenities
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Gulf Shores, Alabama
What's nearby
Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Hangout Music Fest - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Gulf State Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
Getting around
Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 68 min drive
Restaurants
The Hangout - 3 min drive
Sunliner Diner - 3 min drive
Pink Pony Pub - 4 min drive
De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - 3 min drive
Burro Azul - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Awesome family beachside retreat have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Awesome family beachside retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Awesome family beachside retreat?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Awesome family beachside retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Awesome family beachside retreat located?
Situated by the sea, this condo building is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Gulf State Park. Wade Ward Nature Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10 Excellent
A guest from Luddington, MI
6 Apr 2025
Excellent stay
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:
We had a great week. The place is very clean and well maintained. We have stayed here before and love the location. Bender was helpful when there were issues with a large group of drunk adults with kids who were constantly running and screaming at all hours of the day and night. Aside from this group being a thorn in the side of most of the guests the whole week we had a great experience.
A guest from Luddington, MI
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10/10 Excellent
Mary Jane M.
26 Nov 2024
Family Gathering at the Beach
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:
We rented 12C for our niece and her family to visit us at the Beach. They found the Unit comfortable and enjoyed the Sandpiper ecpxperience.
Mary Jane M.
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10/10 Excellent
Derek B.
14 Oct 2024
A week 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:
3rd consecutive year in 12C. Nothing but great things to say. Working through Bender is always a pleasure. The condo is great and comfy. All you need is food! The other tenants were great. Many have have been coming year after year on the same week just as we have. We are now just counting down the days to our 4th time next year. Can't wait!
Derek B.
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8/10 Good
Clancy L.
5 Oct 2024
Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very 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:
It was very good, we always enjoy staying at the Sandpiper! The only negative were the beds they were very warm out probably need to be updated. Otherwise everything was great!!!
Clancy L.
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10/10 Excellent
Steve M.
10 Sept 2024
Perfect Condo for a Golf Trip
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:
Working with Bender is as easy as pie. The folks are awesome. Sandpiper is a wonderful place to get a large group of folks together. The rooms are open to the outside and in close proximity. The pool is large enough to accommodate everyone and the beach is a few easy steps away.
Steve M.
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6/10 Okay
Audrey H.
4 Sept 2024
Family trip been taking for many years here
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
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:
12C needs some updates clean living room furniture. Master mattress is hard. Love location and how family is all together and can visit easy on the porches.
Audrey H.
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10/10 Excellent
Ivy G.
28 June 2024
Our beach 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:
We love the Sandpiper! We love the fact that it is not a huge complex. It is very family friendly. It is always clean and nice. This was our third time to stay and is always our first choice on where we want to stay!
Ivy G.
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10/10 Excellent
Andrea G.
10 June 2024
Sandpiper 12C
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:
Awesome. Always love Gulf Shores. Sandpiper is the best, very homey, family oriented, clean pool, easy access to beach, enough parking. Have only stayed in 12 C the 3 times we have been there. Always good. Are there deals for repeat customers? Lol
Andrea G.
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10/10 Excellent
Laura H.
31 May 2024
Enjoyed being back at Sandpiper!
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
Heated pool, lovely beach - what else do you need?
Laura H.
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10/10 Excellent
Cassie K.
22 Apr 2024
Quiet Spring Break Getaway
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:
We had a wonderful time staying at the Sandpiper this week. We were pleasantly surprised with how quiet it was! Our kids loved the heated pool and short walk to the beach.Our condo kitchen was very well stocked with everything we needed, the beds were comfy, and we loved all of the games and beach reads that were available! My one complaint is that the living room furniture was a little worn and older. The couches had several stains and pilling. We ended up putting blankets over the cushions to make them more comfy.
Cassie K.
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10/10 Excellent
Derek B.
7 Oct 2023
Another Wonderful Time
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:
We had another most enjoyable and relaxing week. The new flooring throughout 12C was really nice! We are already making plans to vacation there again next year.
Derek B.
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10/10 Excellent
Steve M., Memphis
1 Sept 2023
Perfect Condo for a Guy's Trip
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:
Three beds for three bodies. The kitchen was properly apportioned, and the rooms were clean and clutter-free. We had easy access to the pool and the beach. We were allowed to enjoy ourselves around the pool without being hassled by overbearing security, and we enjoyed the folks who were staying around us.
Steve M.
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10/10 Excellent
David D.
10 Aug 2023
Reinsch Vacation 2023
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:
The Reinsch Family (28 members) first visited Sandpiper 15 years ago and fell in love with Gulf Shores and particularly this condo complex. Many family members have traveled back for a week's visit over the years since. This year, the entire family (now totaling 51 members) visited once again. We had a great time and hope to visit again in 2024!
David D.
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8/10 Good
Greg D.
10 Apr 2023
Chillin at the sandpiper
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:
Everything was great! Only thing was pool heater was broke first few days that kids couldn't get in. Definitely will recommend to people that it is a great place to stay.
Greg D.
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8/10 Good
Greg D.
9 Apr 2023
Chillin at the sandpiper
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:
Everything was great! Only thing was pool heater was broke first few days that kids couldn't get in. Definitely will recommend to people that it is a great place to stay.
Greg D.
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10/10 Excellent
Joe D.
26 Oct 2022
Sandpiper 12C through Bender Realty
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:
Bender staff were awesome to deal with regarding our stay.
Joe D.
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10/10 Excellent
Derek B.
18 Oct 2022
Wonderful 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:
Our first time there and what a wonderful and relaxing time. The condo was comfortable and accommodating. Plenty of places to dine out or a fully functional kitchen with everything you need to dine in. All you have to do is just bring the food. There was always a spot to park both our car under the building and our butts on the beach! Friendly people, from property management to the neighbors. We booked 12C again, on our last day there, for next year!
Derek B.
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10/10 Excellent
Rachel C.
27 July 2022
Beach Trip for National Softball Tournament
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:
Great Location! Condo was clean and easily accessible to the beach.
Rachel C.
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10/10 Excellent
Andrea G.
21 June 2022
Great memories were made
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:
Met all expectations, loved upgrade in bathrooms from last summer. Would highly recommend Sandpiper, especially the condo we called home for 2 weeks.
Andrea G.
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8/10 Good
Christy A.
17 May 2022
Sandpiper 12C
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Having 2 bedrooms and 2 baths was great with kids. The full kitchen is a must because it's so expensive to eat out. Over all we enjoyed our stay and 12 C was a good condo, comfortable beds.
Christy A.
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10/10 Excellent
Bridget J.
17 May 2022
Wonderful, kid friendly Condo!
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:
We have stayed at Sandpiper 2 years in a row and we love it! They have a great pool for the kids and it's a great price for ocean front! We loved the 12c unit!
Bridget J.
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10/10 Excellent
Jamie G.
17 May 2022
Sandpiper 12C
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 property was even better than it appeared in the pictures. The management was exceptional and the property was perfect for our family vacation. I definitely will make this an annual trip.
Jamie G.
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10/10 Excellent
Bruce H.
17 May 2022
another great vacation at sandpiper
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:
room was very comfortable cozy really nice decor.always a great stay. like it alot better than huge condos
Bruce H.
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10/10 Excellent
17 May 2022
Toes in the sand
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:
This was our first trip to the beach in 40 rears without our "kids". Gulf shores is such a great family vacation spot. The weather was perfect. We relaxed on the beach and hit our favorite seafood restaurants. I had seafood every night. We will be back next year, hopefully with our "kids" and grandson.
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10/10 Excellent
17 May 2022
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:
Rental was just as it appeared, nicely stocked and comfortable. Very close to pool and ocean and very clean. Will be visiting again!
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