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Fenced yard, loveDogs, Wonderful Rustic cottage, Perfect Location!!

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Living area
Exterior detail
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, The Track Family Recreation Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Pirate's Island Adventure Golf
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fenced yard, loveDogs, Wonderful Rustic cottage, Perfect Location!!

Everyone loves our little Sunshine Cottage !! You won't find another place like this. Kinda small, not new...but you won't want to leave. It's a beach cottage off the beach...in a wooded setting surrounded by trees and green grass. House is about 3 miles from the beach, so close to everything. But you can leave the traffic behind. We have 4 homes in the neighborhood, and we've been honored with over 300 five star reviews. Fenced backyard for pups!! Sleeps 5, one queen , one full, and one twin beds. Completely furnished and ready for you. All bedding furnished , bring your towels. Everything else is here. Kitchen is fully equipped, with washer and dryer also. Sit on the screen porch and relax in tranquility.
Walk or bicycle to all kinds of places. Target, Books-a Million, multi-plex movies, a bunch of restaurants and shopping. All just about in your back yard. Tanger Outlet center and Foley just a few miles away to the north, Gulf Shores beach just 3 miles south...it's the perfect location. NOT a condo surrounded by crowds...A Home away from Home !

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please ask if bigger/more than 2. NO CATS,NO CATS
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking indoors will forfeit deposit plus

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
There's a couple items above that we ask. We don't post checkout instructions at the house, cause we don't want you to have to think about leaving from the moment you arrive! Thanks!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 911804vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Foley Sportsplex or Orange Beach Tennis Center. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • The Track Family Recreation Center - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Pirate's Island Adventure Golf - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Craft Farms Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 6 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galley - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lulu's Gulf Shores - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Safari & Vine - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fenced yard, loveDogs, Wonderful Rustic cottage, Perfect Location!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Fenced yard, loveDogs, Wonderful Rustic cottage, Perfect Location!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fenced yard, loveDogs, Wonderful Rustic cottage, Perfect Location!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fenced yard, loveDogs, Wonderful Rustic cottage, Perfect Location!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fenced yard, loveDogs, Wonderful Rustic cottage, Perfect Location!! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, Pirate's Island Adventure Golf and The Track Family Recreation Center. Craft Farms Golf Club and Portage Creek 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. 70 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL H.

GREAT STAY

Great hideaway, close to shopping and the beach. Clean and neat, we would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Hey Mike, thanks again for taking such good care of everything. We hope you can come back soon...see you then! David
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

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

Nice Little Getaway

Nice place to stay especially with dogs. Great distance from everything priced well and good host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Thank You Kristen!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill D.

Very nice property. Was clean and we'll maintained. I would stay again

Property is convenient to area attractions. Was very pet friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Hey Bill, thanks again for choosing our place! You two (3) were great! See you next time, David and Sheryl
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Cozy and restful

Sunshine Cottage is the perfect " get away from it all" sort of place. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can't wait to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thanks so much!! You all were great! See you next time...
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID & SANDY A.

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

wonderful vacation-weather could have been warmer.

Enjoyed this little cottage, was real neat and cozy. Was a great,place to walk the dog, & great central location for everything.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2024
Thanks you two! I hope you get to come back again soon!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

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

Dachshund mom

It was very dog friendly. Close to all parks and stores.Host very friendly
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan 2025
Thank you Linda! You're a fantastic guest!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana C.

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

Quiet

Things were nice and It was a nice stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassy A.

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

Perfect vacay

Cute little place and good size for our family of four. Quiet neighborhood yet close to everything. The washer and dryer are a huge plus! We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you Cassie!! You are welcome back anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carman B.

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

Great getaway

Great location. Was at the beach everyday and watched dolphins and even seen stingrays. Rode bike on state park trail and enjoyed Big beach brewery.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Cute and cozy

Perfect location to be right in the middle of everything. Minutes from the beach outlets and other fun places
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynn g.

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

Cabin

It was comfortable and we enjoyed the area.David was very helpful with many suggestions like restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

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

Cabin

We had a great week in the house! It was perfect for all 6 of us to stay! It was convenient and close to everything but far enough from it to relax when we wanted to!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thanks again all of you! See you next time, hopefully it's soon...David and Sheryl
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We didn't actually stay at this particular house. The owner had another house come available at the last minute due to a cancellation and offered it to us. It's a larger and newer and in the same neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trinette B.

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

Cozy cottage!

We loved this cozy cottage! It was very clean and cozy and in an excellent location. Close to the beach, and all shopping and restaurants in the Gulf Shores area. And best of all, it was pet friendly with a fenced yard for our dogs. David is so nice, and an excellent host!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov 2021
Thanks so much! You guys are fantastic guests!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Heidi D.

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

Perfect for our needs

The little cottage was cute and cozy. It met all of our needs for this trip and we were super excited we could bring our elderly Yorkie with us. There's a perfect little fenced in back yard too. Target is just around the corner with a bunch of little ships right next to it.we had a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Awesome place

Everything neat and clean. Close to everything. Owner couldn’t be anymore attentive
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2023
Thanks so much, you guys were great!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn E.

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

Dew & Dawn

This "Little Sunshine Cottage" was a perfect place for us to stay & have our dogs. The neighborhood was peaceful as well. The beach and shopping were not far to get to at all. We would definately recommend this property to most wanting to visit Gulf Shores, Alabama :)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2023
Thanks Dawn, you guys are great!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheri D.

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

Premium location with privacy.

My family and I came to town for a softball tournament and we stayed at this house. It was very cute and clean. They had beach items in the house for us to use which was very convenient! The host was great and accommodating. My daughter and her friends did not want to leave!! 10/10 recommend. Middle of nowhere privacy with beach, shopping and restaurants from 2-10 minutes away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

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

Very pleased

The best host ever! Just what we wanted! Close to everything you need!
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerris C.

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

Home Away From Home

My husband and I wanted to find a place that we could bring our Fur Kids with us and relax and this place did not disappoint. The Sunshine cottage was a cozy little place that we could relax between beach visits and still feel like we were home. I am so thankful for this wonderful couple and the time spent here. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2024
Thank You Jerris! Ya'll are wonderful guests!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexia M.

Wonderful!

When you drive up, you see a cute little house. When you go in, you feel cozy and right at home! Owners provide everything you need right down to laundry detergent! Owners are very nice and came by to meet us. We loved staying here and will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thanks so much!! It was great to meet you all. See you next time!!
Verified

8/10 Good

James R.

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

Very good

I liked that it was close to about everthing we wanted to do. The owners were very courteous and checked on us periodically to see if we needed anything. It was an easy process booking and leaving. The fenced in area for the dogs was very helpful. We also enjoyed the screened in porch.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Good

Enjoyed it
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2023
Thanks Sarah!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

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

Perfect for what we needed

Booked this cute little cottage to have a cool place to stay when we weren’t at the baseball fields! It was perfect. Nice cool inside. Perfect room for kids and family of 5. Location was prime for us! So much to do near by. Loved the screened in porch to watch the rain and enjoy the outside without dealing with bugs. Had a few soft spots throughout the house but is to be expected with and older house. We loved that we picked a place away from the beach! Thanks David and Sheryl!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kathy A.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Cottage needs some serious work. Floors need repaired you can feel the wood is rotted underneath the linoleum. Flying aunts incaded while we where there due to construction in the empty lot next door. The carpet in 2 of the bedrooms needs pulled up and replaced with vinyl floor especially since it is a pet friendly rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by David and Sheryl

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When this property popped up for sale a couple of years ago we were surprised and exited. This house was my first home here. I rented it to live in when I first moved to Gulf Shores in 1983. I lived here when my wife and I first met. After we were married I moved on... but we never forgot about the little house on Franz St. Now we have 4 homes in the neighborhood, all vacation rentals, with 100's of 5 star reviews. We clean and maintain them ourselves. We live a few miles away in Elberta, and will be readily available if you should need us...Thanks !!

Why they chose this property

This little neighborhood is absolutely the best location in town ! I lived in this house years ago way before there were such conveniences so close. It was ideal then and even better now. We have good memories of this place from years ago. The neighborhood is settled, quiet, all nice folks. We were so glad when we found it available, and we are especially glad to share it with you !!

What makes this property unique

As mentioned elsewhere in listing, the location is ideal !! Walk to all kinds of shopping, restaurants, movies, book store and more !! Central to the whole area, not too far from anywhere. Everything about this place inside and out, makes it feel like you belong here. It's not a condo surrounded by crowds....It's a home away from home

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