Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch

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Family Room standing at front door looking in

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10157.9 sq m

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Gulf Shores, AL

Fort Morgan Beach
‪2 min walk‬
Fort Morgan
‪7 min drive‬
Kiva Dunes Golf Course
‪9 min drive‬
Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower

Master Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

This home has 3 bedroom 2 baths and is just a short walk to an uncrowded beach. There are only 6 houses on this small road, and most of the time you have a large segment of the beach to yourself. Appliances include stainless steel French door refrigerator and a free standing ice machine (no need to buy ice). There is a separate laundry room with a full size washer and dryer. The large family room has plenty of seating with a 55 inch T.V. and DVD player as well as high speed internet. Each bedroom has a tv with direct tv and Amazon fire and utube tv set up for your enjoyment. Dining table seats 8 plus bar seating of 4.
Enjoy evenings listening to the waves and viewing the gulf from our screened in porch which has a table for four as well as several other chairs and a glider love seat. There is also a partially covered deck with a nice view of the gulf. Another deck is on the first level which has a swing bed and picnic table.
There is a grill for your use. There are beach chairs and assorted beach toys for the kids, and carts to haul everything to the beach
The master bedroom is large with king size bed. There is plenty of closet space and drawer space for long term stay. The master bath has a double vanity with a tiled shower. Bedroom 2 has a queen bed with and bunk bed. Also there is ample closet space and drawer space. Bedroom 3 has a queen bed and a bunk bed as well as plenty of closet and drawer space. All bedrooms have tv's. Second bathroom has a tub/shower. There are games and puzzles for rainy days and also some DVD’s.

We are located near the ferry and walking distance to the marina and Tacky Jacks Restaurant. There are two restaurants/markets within a five miles radius.

Property manager

Linda McCrary

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

There is a PAC &PLAY and a high chair for infants

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please do not use the grill on the deck due to fire hazard.

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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

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, while Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby

Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Fort Morgan - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
Dauphin Island Beaches - 42 min drive - 10.5 km
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 45 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬10 min drive
‪Tacky Jacks - ‬8 min walk
‪BGH Cafe - ‬44 min drive
‪A Resturant Group/Sassy Bass - ‬5 min drive
‪The Last Stan - ‬44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps from Fort Morgan Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Fort Morgan. Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.

9.8

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

22 Sept 2024

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

Vacation

Enjoyed my stay and will definitely return

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce F.

17 Oct 2024

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

Fall trip

Lovely gem just 4 houses from quiet beach on a private lane Large bedrooms Plenty of room in living space Screened porch with sturdy furniture Host responds quickly Great week!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica S.

3 July 2024

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

Annual vacation

The pictures were on point and the stand along ice machine was good since we all carried water bottles everyday. Being able to enjoy the sound of the wave every morning on the porch was great. The short walk to the beach with the supplied cart and chairs was a plus. Everyone enjoyed their stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

4 May 2023

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

Fishing Trip

Good place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew v.

2 May 2023

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

Beach

Close to the beach easy walk great fishing right off the beach

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

22 May 2023

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

Nice week at quiet beach

12 years of renting condo for family beach trips this one was up there. Quiet, close to beach, roomie, and good layout.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

30 May 2023

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

Peaceful

You’d think that it would feel crowded on a holiday weekend - but the Rustic Retreat delivered quiet relaxation! We especially loved the awesome bed swing on the lower porch.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trudy C.

30 July 2022

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

Our new Beachhouse!

We absolutely love the place. Love the rustic atmosphere. Very short walk to the beach. Not many people on the beach so a lot of privacy. The place is very equipped to stay here for a week. We definitely will be back our new home at the beach!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B., Tipton, IN

11 July 2023

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

Perfect for Family Vacation

The house offers an ideal setup for children and grandchildren, featuring bedrooms with bunk beds and queen size beds, while the grandparents can enjoy a spacious king size bedroom. The family room and dining area are designed to comfortably accommodate the entire family. Additionally, the house is fully equipped with a well-stocked kitchen for cooking and includes various beach accessories..

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine B.

16 Apr 2023

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

Loved our stay

Location was ideal for us - away from the crowds but plenty of nearby activities. Short walk to the beach. Peaceful. Loved the porch to relax with a cup of coffee have or a glass of wine. Fully stocked with everything we needed. Comfy beds. Communication with hosts was easy with quick responses.

Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terina D.

5 Jan 2019

New Year's Visit

Very clean. Easy stroll to beach. Answered phone promptly when I had a question.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Annie F.

24 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location

Vaca

Property is nice and clean, didnt love the location, rude neighbors .

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William B.

17 June 2019

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

First Time AL Stay

This was a wonderful home with great amenities. The extra ice maker really came in handy. We truly enjoyed the screened in porch for evening relaxing. The beds were comfortable and everything just as described. My family of 6 was very comfortable in this home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carmel H.

1 Mar 2020

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

Rustic Retreat getaway

This property was great! The home is comfortable, roomy and well-equipped with anything and everything we needed. The kitchen had plenty of pots, pans, utensils, dishware, silverware and just about anything else we needed to cook. The laundry room was so nice to have and the master bedroom comfy and roomy. Access to the beach was just a short walk--and the enclosed screen porch, with its south and west views, gave us a panoramic view of the water and the gulf. It was a great stay!

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stacy O.

11 Apr 2018

Wonderful, spacious beach house with great views of the gulf.

From the time we reserved the property to the time we checked out, the owners were in communication with us to make sure we had a great stay! Very much appreciated!! Very comfortable beach house with amazing views! The kitchen included everything we needed to prepare meals . We really enjoyed the screened in porch in the evenings. Walk to the beach was short and easy! We did not want to leave .

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary K M.

30 Apr 2019

Perfect get away!

The house was great! We enjoyed our quiet time next to the beach. The neighborhood was friendly, quiet and relaxed. We enjoyed our time in town, but most of all we enjoyed the house. Board games, books, tv time, screened in porch. It was the perfect family time for our family. My husband, myself, 16 year old son and 17 year old daughter. Thank you Mike and Linda! The kids have already said this house should be our new family tradition.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

29 May 2023

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

Great view.

This was a very nice property with a beautiful view! We loved the screened porch. The furniture was all comfortable and clean in the living area and on the porch. The bed in the main bedroom was also very comfortable. The kitchen was large and stocked well with an added bonus of a stand alone ice maker. There is a great swing under the house to enjoy the cool breeze. A very nice uncrowded beach is just a walk down the road and over a sand dune. It was nice to go down to the beach early in the morning and then again late evening. Guests have access to beach items stored at the property. The wagon to haul your stuff down to the beach was another added bonus. Good communication with the owners. All questions were answered promptly. Don't hesitate to book this property.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

11 Nov 2018

Best vacation!!! Clean house with lots of space and fully equipped kitchen- even has a Crock-Pot!

This house is in a great location if you crave some alone time with your family... We have 8 kids ages 2-17, and they all loved it here! We had our own space at the beach, and it was so nice to enjoy the covered porch throughout the day and listen to the waves and the birds. The house is beautiful, and the beds are extremely comfortable... I have a disc issue in my back, and this was the best night sleep I've had in a long time! My husband went fishing a lot, and had a great time almost catching a shark! They have board games and puzzles available, as well as basic spices,and there is a Walmart about 20 minutes away if you need to get anything that you forgot, as well as a few local stores that have some things. It was a short drive to get to hiking trails, the Alabama Coastal birding watch areas, and places to eat out. We hope to come back again next year!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Laura M.

16 Oct 2023

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

Could be better

The house wasn’t perfectly clean when we got there- a spill on the counter, fingerprints on the glass tables, and sand on the bunk beds and kitchen table. The house is older, so it isn’t as new as the pictures would lead you to think, but it is nicely decorated. We could tell the owners of the property don’t stay there, due to simple inconveniences that should be addressed. The TV was very finicky and it took us 30 minutes just to get it on. Apparently the last renters had unplugged some things, probably trying to get it to work. There was only one dish towel and one dish rag in the whole kitchen. The hose on the porch, for rinsing sand, was busted. Some kitchen cooking items were dirty, the dishwasher smelled awful (we handwashed all items), and we also had some ants. Some pros were the screened in porch, a Keurig that wasn’t listed in the description, a variety of beach items to use, and clean bathrooms.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kory D.

10 Apr 2018

2 Family Vacation

This was our 6th year vacationing at Fort Morgan, first time at Rustic Retreat. The name is perfect for this home. The exterior is rustic looking yet not lacking in the amenities such as outdoor shower to rinse off sand, clean concrete area on ground level with picnic bench to grill and of course the screened in porch on the upper level. The street is very quiet. There is one other house behind Rustic Retreat that is in close proximity, otherwise it is surrounded by empty lots which has the desired beachy look. You can see the Gulf from inside the home. The inside is a very open concept that appears to have been updated recently and decorated in a modern beachy theme throughout. The dining table was our favorite place to gather. It is a large beautiful table with plenty of seating due to having 2 large bench seats on either side of the table. We were pleasantly surprised that the beds were SO comfortable. The owners of this home invested in great mattresses. All the bedding is updated and in great condition. When the kids went to bed, the parents sat out on the screened in porch with the provided heater. There is ample seating in the screened in porch. There are windows from the family room looking out onto the front porch towards the Gulf. We loved to sit out on the porch because we could talk without whispering after kids went to bed and we could see inside to make sure the kids were fine. In the past, when renting vacation homes, we found that the homes that stated they do not offer condiments/spices/oils had some commonly used condiments/spices/oils that previous vacationers left. Be aware, at Rustic Retreat, you will need to bring ALL of your own condiments/spices/oils. There is a short walk to the beach. The walk is on a hard surface, easy to pull the wagon with beach items. Once you hit the sand, there is a 10-15 yard sand path to the beach. Very short walk. On a side note, the owner was always very quick to respond through email. On our way to the home, we emailed her a question. She responded very quickly. Plus prior to our vacation, she answered emails within minutes/hours. I was very impressed with her response time.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

20 Feb 2018

president's weekend get-away

There are not enough word allowed here for me to adequately describe what a wonderful place this is. I thought I would like it but it far superceded my expectations. My husband, two kids, and I went down for a few days on their school break. I have been to the beach many times but I had never been to Fort Morgan so wasn't sure how I would like the desolate tranquility of this place........but I loved it. The house was beautiful and clean and there wasn't a thing that I needed that they didn't have (even though I filled up my SUV with stuff). They had everything you could possibly think of to use for the beach. It was a 2 minute walk to the beach (285 steps is what we counted) and a straight shot down the gravel driveway.The beach was beautiful and everyone there was very friendly and stopped to talk to us. The house itself was beautifully decorated and the beds were comfortable. All of the bedrooms were large with a lot of sleeping space. There was also a lot of eating spaces (barstools/ big dining room table/ plus an outdoor pub style table on the porch) The wifi worked great which was important for us b/c my kids had some school work to do. There was an ice machine, large refrigerator, and an extra dorm fridge for beer/ sodas etc. The kitchen had everything you would have at your own house. We went bike riding to the fort which was very peaceful, went fishing off the pier by Tacky Jacks-which is less than a block away, and did an amazing hike an the Bon Secour Wildlife refuge (highly recommend this if you like to hike). We spent a lot of time on the screened in porch which had a nice fan and a constant cool breeze. I was worried about not having a clear open view of the ocean, but you can see it easily from the porch and you definitely can hear the waves crashing so this was a non-issue. I actually liked the privacy of this place since it wasn't directly on the frontline of the beach. You are remote and not close to any grocery stores/ stores/ gas stations so bring what you need, but I really enjoyed the isolation and peacefulness of the area. The owners were very responsive and very easy to work with. Overall, I could not come up with a negative thing to say about my whole experience (except I did not care for the food at tacky jacks but I'm Cajun so my standard are probably high for seafood dishes) which is really irrelevant to this review. I never like to go to the same place twice but this may have to be an exception;I liked it that much!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

16 Oct 2022

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

As advertised

Great location. Lots of amenities. Quiet and clean beach within a short walk. We would stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

19 July 2022

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

Amazing property

Beautiful home in a great location. We appreciated all of the beach gear (they have everything). We spent a lot of time relaxing in the screened in patio listening to the sounds of the ocean.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Amy R.

30 June 2022

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed the stay!

The home is perfectly placed, just a short way to the beach. The home is adorable & comfortable. The ice machine was a lifesaver. The only issue we encountered was certain areas needed cleaning before they could be used. This is more likely the cleaning company used by the owner & not the owner themselves. We also experienced bugs in the kitchen that we had to get spray for. Overall our stay was nice and we would consider staying here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W., Powder Springs, Ga. USA

29 June 2022

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

Great place!

We really enjoyed the front porch here in the mornings. We loved the open concept. Having an ice machine was awesome. Plus, it was a short walk to the beach. We used the outdoor shower as well- would love to see that closed in the next time we come! We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Linda McCrary

We purchased this home spring of 2016. We have loved traveling to this area for approximately 17 years. We love the uncrowded beach setting as well as watching sunsets and love watching stars at night just as they come out. We enjoy the great food, playing tennis on some great clay courts. We have spent vacations with our children and grandchildren at Ft. Morgan the last four summers . We all love watching the dolphins from the beach, fishing from both the beach and boat. It's just a great area for family vacationing. Kids loved the beach, collecting shells, sightseeing and shopping. We all love the great seafood.

Why they chose this property

We like the fact that the beach in this area is more secluded, and not wall to wall people like so many areas. It is a great place for families

What makes this property unique

This is an older home with large rooms. It has a very open feel. So many of the houses that are available to rent have very small rooms and no storage. There is a closet in each bedroom, plenty of seating and a nice screened in porch where you can sit at night and listen to the waves. If you like, we've furnished an air bed to sleep on the screened porch. We have a griddle, crock pots and there is an electric patio heater if you come in the cooler months.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

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