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The Salty Unicorn exterior
Living area
Outdoor dining
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Hallway Alcove

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Guest Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms

About this property

The Salty Unicorn Cottage | Pet-Friendly + Heated & Cooled Pool

iTrip Vacations Beaches of Alabama proudly offers WORRY FREE BOOKING!



Worry-Free Booking means GO AHEAD & BOOK TODAY - NO WORRIES if you need to cancel! At any time until a week before your stay, you can cancel your booking and WE WILL GIVE YOU 100% OF THE DEPOSIT BACK! Nope, we won't even keep the processing fee! Pinky promise!



The Salty Unicorn Cottage is ideally located in Gulf Shores, just one block from the beach in the Eastside Cottage subdivision. The property offers deeded beach access, conveniently reached via a nearby crosswalk. The cottage faces the Gulf and provides a partial Gulf view between neighboring condos. Guests can also enjoy scenic views of Gulf State Park and Lake Shelby, situated directly behind the cottage. The complex features a saltwater pool for guest use.



Pet Friendly: One dog (20 lbs or less) is permitted in this unit. Please notify us in advance if you plan to bring a pet. A non-refundable $150 pet fee will be added to your reservation.



Property Features:



• Balcony access is from the living room overlooking the pool



• Vinyl flooring is throughout the home



• Fully equipped kitchen with seating for six at the dining table and four additional barstools



• Stackable washer and dryer are located upstairs



• Living room has a sleeper sofa



• Primary bedroom has a king-size bed and access to an upper balcony with pool and beach views



• Second bedroom has a king-size bed



• Twin-size bunk beds upstairs, each with its own TV - perfect for children (*Children six years or younger should not use the top bunk.)



• Parking for up to three vehicles located under the home (covered). Boats, watercraft, campers, and trailers are not permitted.



• Convenient keyless entry - no waiting in long lines for check-in or check-out



Please note: The property is equipped with a Ring doorbell camera.

*NON SMOKING

*MINIMUM AGE TO RENT IS 25

*MUST CALL FOR MONTHLY AVAILABILITY



*THIS PROPERTY IS MANAGED BY ITRIP VACATIONS ALABAMA BEACHES

*Due to recent incidents of credit card fraud, we have implemented additional security measures to protect our guests and ensure a smooth check-in process.



If you are booking a reservation to arrive within the next 48 hours, we kindly request that you provide us with a copy of your ID and credit card. The name on these documents must match the name on the reservation. We must receive these documents by the close of business on the day that you booked your reservation.

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7853223
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
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 Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf 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

  • Gulf State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Salty Unicorn Cottage | Pet-Friendly + Heated & Cooled Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Salty Unicorn Cottage | Pet-Friendly + Heated & Cooled Pool?

As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Salty Unicorn Cottage | Pet-Friendly + Heated & Cooled Pool on 6 Sept 2026 start from AU$260, 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 The Salty Unicorn Cottage | Pet-Friendly + Heated & Cooled Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Salty Unicorn Cottage | Pet-Friendly + Heated & Cooled Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Salty Unicorn Cottage | Pet-Friendly + Heated & Cooled Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Salty Unicorn Cottage | Pet-Friendly + Heated & Cooled Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Salty Unicorn Cottage | Pet-Friendly + Heated & Cooled Pool located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wade Ward Nature Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches are also within 2 miles (3 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. 33 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was convenient to the Gulf State Park (Gulf Shores) entrances as well as the beach pavilion and neighborhood beach access. There were restaurants within walking , or bike ride, distance. The property, and home were clean and well maintained. The pool was clean as well and based on us experiencing some cooler weather days, it was nice for it to be warmed. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

No issues

Staff was so helpful! Will be returning next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar 2026
Thank you, Pamm! We’re thrilled to hear that our staff made your stay at The Salty Unicorn enjoyable. We’re excited to welcome you back next year for another fantastic visit!
Verified

8/10 Good

Becky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
The main TV would not work properly, neither would the two TVs in the bunks. This was frustrating. Too, I had asked about chairs or a wagon in advance and was told there were none on property. I bought luggage carrier so I could bring such items to get there and have them.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay E.

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

Great Place

Had a great time, location is great with many different Restaurant options, beach is only about 3 minute walk. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Thank you for your review! We are so excited that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy J.

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

Great stay!!

Property was clean and exactly as listed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2021
We love to hear that! Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zak W.

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

Beautiful property!

We loved our stay! We were in town for a cheer competition and this property made for a luxurious weekend! We will definitely stay again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We LOVE that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will visit us again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heath S.

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

Awesome place and property manager

This was one of the best places we have ever stayed and it was the best property managers I have ever dealt with.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We are excited to hear that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will visit us again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Beach Volleyball Tournament

The house was beautiful and very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay. Will definitely book here again for our next tournament.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We are excited that you enjoyed your stay and we hope that you will visit us again in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Weekend Trip

We had a wonderful stay at The Salty Unicorn. We had 4 adults and 3 children and were comfortable. The house has everything you need. It is close to plenty of restaurants, shopping and activities. A pretty short walk to the beach.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2025
Thank you, Jennifer! We’re delighted to hear that you and your group had a wonderful stay at The Salty Unicorn and found the house comfortable for both adults and children. It’s great to know that the location was convenient for restaurants, shopping, and activities, and that you enjoyed the short walk to the beach. We hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable visit in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Galen and Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our two week stay at The Salty Unicorn April 2026. The view from the condo balconies was great because of the empty lots in front, and it overlooked the peaceful natural area in back. The 4 balconies gave a variety of outside seating areas to enjoy the views. The pool was great and not busy. It's a short walk to the beach access in either direction. We brought a beach dolly to carry our beach chairs but a wagon is available. Location was great for access to Gulf State Park dog park, bike trails and beach, along with Sea & Suds, Gulf Island Grill, Surf Style and market.Condo was well appointed with kitchen amenities incl. 3 different coffee makers, ice tea maker, blender, slow cooker, etc. WiFi worked great. TVs and options for viewing were plentiful (a little technical challenge). Beds were very comfortable. Upstairs laundry was convenient. Management responded quickly to an access code issue. Check in and out was easy. Utilized free ticket from iTrip to zoo and dolphin cruise.Minor Cons: Couch was pretty lumpy. Need grab bars on exterior of bathtubs. Hard to open side by side freezer door because too close to wall. Definitely would return if cost and availability align.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

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

Excellent location!!!

We found lots of fun close by! This was a perfect place for our family. We packed up the wagon and walked to the beach everyday. Enjoyed great restaurants and fun adventures nearby!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2022
Thanks so much for your visit! We're thrilled you enjoyed your visit to The Salty Unicorn. We look forward to hosting you again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Stay!!

We absolutely fell in love with the Salty Unicorn and the Gulf Shores area! The place was spotless and beautiful. My family of 5 loved it. We will definitely be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2020
It makes us so happy that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your review and we hope to assist you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Awesome

Awesome trip! Entire family had a great time. Condo was clean, spacious, and had every connivence needed!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2021
Thank you for your recent stay with us! We are thrilled that you enjoyed it so much. We appreciate your valuable feedback and look forward to seeing you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay!

We loved our stay at Salty Unicorn! The house was clean and had everything we needed. We traveled with our small dog and he loved laying on the deck above the pool. We didn’t like the beach chairs at the house, so just rented on the beach. They will work for tiny people. Lol… The pool at the house was salt water and never crowded. We loved it! The house is not suited for elderly or people that have issues with stairs.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2025
Thanks so much, Katie! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at The Salty Unicorn and appreciated the cleanliness and amenities. We're glad your small dog enjoyed the deck above the pool as well! We appreciate your feedback on the beach chairs and are happy to hear you loved the saltwater pool. We hope to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Perfect Place and Location

My grand daughter and my wife and I absolutely loved the Salty Unicorn. Accommodations were impeccable, very clean, beds were comfortable along with a tiled shower in Master. We walked to several restaurants and to the beach! You can park next to the front door, easy unloading. And allowing r pooch to come as well. You cannot go wrong rent this unit. Thank you for sharing your place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2024
We love hearing that you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for your positive feedback and we look forward to assisting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

porfirio c.

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

Amazing Runaway Weekend

It is very comfortable and accessible for many fun places. The access to the beach is easy and close. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. My family enjoyed eating at Sunliner, they love getting in the pool and have some fun at the beach. The restaurants near are tasty definitely 5/5. The house provides with everything you need. I definitely recommend this place for anyone. The coupons/free passes are definitely great especially with a big family lol. Next time we come to this place will definitely be our first option.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience! We're thrilled to hear that you found the cottage comfortable, accessible, and well-equipped for your family's needs. We understand the importance of accommodating larger families, and we're glad the coupons/free passes came in handy for your group. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back as your first option on your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Salty Unicorn - June 2022

We had an absolutely wonderful experience staying at the Salty Unicorn! The home was clean, comfortable, and just perfect! The location was close to everything, and the beach was just a short walk away. The view was spectacular! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

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

Relaxing Gulf Shores spring break week

Nice two-story beach house with community pool. Located very close to all the shops and restaurants that you want to go to. A 7 to 10 minute walk to the beach. We enjoyed going to beach and relaxing by pool and eating at all the great seafood places near by.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Amazing cottage

The Salty Unicorn is a beautiful, clean, pet friendly cottage. It had everything a person could possibly need. Very close to the beach, Gulf State Park, restaurants and grocery stores. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. We stayed from January 1st, 2022 until March 5th, 2022. We were able to meet the other residents that were staying in the other cottages and can now consider them friends. We loved it so much we booked for three months next year! Thank you Salty Unicorn!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

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

Beautiful Villa in a great location

This Pet friendly Villa is perfect. Great location close to everything. A very short walk (about 5 minutes) to the beach as well as restaurants, shops and walking trails. Newer, clean and well maintained with a very nice outdoor pool area. Everything you need to enjoy your stay is in this Villa. We stayed from 1/1/22-3/5/22 and loved it so much we already booked for next year!
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Carla C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Stay

The pictures are accurate to exactly what you can expect . It’s close to everything. We had an issue with the disposal and they were easy to get a hold of , extremely nice and quick to respond. My only concerns were the shower didn’t seem like it had been cleaned throughly and I recommend a leather couch . The current couch was cloth and dirty and worn out .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Genia S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great location and amenities

The house is nicely decorated and already had alot of the items we brought with us for the beach (wagon, chairs, boogie boards, floats, charcoal). It would have been great if these were on the listing and a grill would have been nice to have. We had to buy one. The beds were very comfortable but did not have a mattress protector/pad on them which was a little strange but again they were so comfortable. The walk to the beach was very convenient. We did not get to use the pool since it was cloudy and dirty the first few days and they had to replace the sand filter our last day there. The fridge was not getting cold 4 hours after we arrived and put food in it so I called the manager and was told it would take up to 12 hours to cool down. We ended up buying dry ice and put it in the fridge so we wouldn't lose $100 worth of food. We don't know if it cooled on it's own or if it was cold from the dry ice. I've never heard of a fridge taking 12 hours to cool. Although there were a few things that could be improved, overall we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Loved it

We had a great stay here and loved how easy it was to walk to everything we needed, including the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

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

Great place for a group or family.

The property was very clean and easily accessible to the beach, restaurants, and shops. It was comfortable and spacious. Would definitely book here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

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

Excellent place

Just as described! We loved this place! The closet with beach supplies was extremely helpful also.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

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