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Island Winds West 271

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Reviews

6.8 out of 10
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Island Winds West 271

Summary:

Lots of Updates Made! Walk to Hangout - Beachfront complex with indirect side-views - IWW271



The Space:

For Gulf Shores condo rentals, you've come to the right place...



You'll love the updates in this renovated second floor, two bedroom beachfront condo at Island Winds West that is situated in the heart of Gulf Shores. Island Winds West is the first complex on West Beach Boulevard, so you are in walking distance to many of the attractions and events. This is THE best location in town and the beachfront views are second to none.



The unit sleeps 6 with a king bed in the master bedroom, a queen in the second bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa in living room.



This immaculate unit has been recently updated with a completely renovated master bath featuring a soaking tub, plus new quartz countertops in the kitchen, and LVP vinyl flooring throughout the unit. You wil love this space. Features include: Gulf front views (indirect), fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, cable TV , and high end cotton linens.



Complex Amenities: Outdoor pool, kiddie pool, fitness room, boardwalk to the beach, and BBQ grilling area.



Be sure to book this unit early for the Shrimp Festival and Hangout Music Festival because it is in high demand.



Parking is limited to two (2) cars. You will receive an email in advance of your arrival to register and pay for your parking pass(es). If you do not receive it, please let us know. You must complete this step in advance of your arrival. Upon arrival, you will need to visit the Island Winds East front desk to pick up your parking pass(es). Island Winds West is charging $50 per parking pass. This price can change at any time, without notice.



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Guest Access:

Elevators or stairs



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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
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Important information

You need to know

Property # 966479vb
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 condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Island Winds West 271 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Winds West 271?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Winds West 271 on 19 May 2026 start from AU$291, 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 Island Winds West 271 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Island Winds West 271?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Winds West 271?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Winds West 271?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Winds West 271 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

6.8
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 25 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Barb B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location & view were great! Close to lots of shops & restaurants. Getting to the beach everyday was excellent.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice location

Price could be better but overall not a bad place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the location and appreciate your input on pricing. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ashleigh c.

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

Great location

We did find some things going on in the condo and sent out an email. The property managers were on it the next day! The location is so awesome, just within walking distance of everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the great location and appreciate you letting us know about the issues — we're happy we could address them quickly. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy M.

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

Weekend Girls Trip

We love staying at Island Winds West because it's so convenient to everything and being on the beach is amazing! Condo was great! Had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2024
Thank you for selecting IWW 271 for your Weekend Girls Trip. We look forward to hosting your future vacations.
Verified

8/10 Good

leonie a.

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

Little summer getsway

We enjoyed the location of the building, overall we enjoyed our stay. The condo west 270, could use some updates. One of the bathrooms has mold on the ceiling. Again it was a decent condo and that’s my only big complaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the location and overall stay. We appreciate you letting us know about the mold issue in the bathroom, and we’ll be sure to address that promptly. We hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles C.

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

My stay.

It was ok.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2024
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to improve your experience in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

DONALD B.

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

Booked this because we have stayed in the same area. Walking path and resturants in the area

Property needs updating and better job of cleaning. Repair person was great. Came after hours to take care of issues.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2024
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at our property and for providing feedback on IWW271. We appreciate the opportunity to address the concerns you raised during your stay and we have shared your review with our housekeeping team to ensure that we maintain the highest standards of cleanliness for our guests. We hope that you will consider staying with us again on your next visit to Gulf Shores.
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Don't stay here!!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This condo has a couch that is broken in 2 places. So you sink when you sit or lay on it. The king bed in the master bedroom is like laying on a board. It's very hard. If you have joint or muscle issues you had better get a hotel. The bed in the other room was a little better, but still very hard. It was not very clean & a lot od thing need to be replaced!! I will NEVER stay here again!!
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Edward, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us as we strive to improve with each and every stay. We do apologize for the inconvenience you experienced and do wished we were notified prior to your departure. If given the opportunity, we can ensure you our maintenance department would have done their best to address and correct each situation. It is our goal to restore your confidence in our company by solving this problem and preventing it from happening again. We hope to have the pleasure of serving you again in the future.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marilyn L.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Dirty and needs updated!

The couch shown in the pic was new then. Now the center where the two seat cushions meet has about two inches remaining. The outsides of the same couch cushions are 5-6 inches tall, like the pic shown online. That's false advertising. The king size bed is so broken down that one of our party couldn't sleep on it! I went to bed with no issues and woke up in pain every day. The rugs by the king bed were so dirty that the underside compared to the top side was white and the topside gray. We only noticed because they are a slip and fall hazard (aka lawsuit potential) and we rolled them up and put under the bed. Our feet after our first showers were BLACK the floors were so filthy. Cleaning people are hard to find, but those floors had filth on them. Owners should hire a new company. The cabinetry in the kitchen is very old and Formica is coming off right in front of kitchen sink, snagging loose clothing when you are working at the sink. The microwave in there has exposed metal inside in a large area. We were told theee times not to touch the refrigerator temps and so left it alone thinking that whomever cleans it out must be in charge of setting it. After a few days, we had frozen food that had to be tossed (fresh fruit and veggies). Called maintenance and they responded same day, which is good. For as much as we paid for peak season, the owners need to get their butts in there and come off of some of that money to update, update, update!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Not the best

This was not the original room we picked. The owners of the other room decided not to rent so we were moved to this one. The beds were super hard and uncomfortable. The couch sinks in the middle making it uncomfortable to sit on. The toilet in master bedroom kept running and the shower did not drain good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Dawn P.

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

Security caused issues on our second day of a 9 day stay

I was disappointed in the company we rented from they way they handled a situation with the security with Brett Robinson. The company we rented from was Alabama Beach Rentals. They came and told us if we had one more noise complaint we would be kicked out. Didn’t ask us anything or wait to hear a response. When I emailed they put it on the property manager, but the property manger wasn’t going to boot us out of our condo we paid for. They never responded to my detailed email. So no I was not happy with the property security or the rental company. Which it all boiled down to a power hungry security asking us to turn music down outside under the pavilion at six in the evening. Then coming back again an hour later after telling us the volume was fine and was not turned any louder. I define my had a problem with that. After I spoke (the next day) with the property management we had no more problems. Still very stressful and had lack of sleep thinking we would be tossed out and have to eat the money we dished out for our vacation because of a power hungry security guard 😡
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

As expected

Liked the room and location - good view of the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

christie w.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Stay

The property was great. The ladies who worked at the office were very rude to guest including myself.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alisa S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Your Attention Please

We arrived at the property and I went in to the office to pay the parking fee...$25.00 plus tax. The woman that waited on me had the personality of a dead cat. I know that she had probably waited on lots of people on a busy Saturday, but really customer service is her job. Another person tried to enter the office and she rudely told him he would have to wait outside until one of the people in the office left. I asked which building we were in and she looked at me like I was stupid before she answered. Truly unprofessional! We were never provided the code for the the lock box in order to get the supposed key as stated in rental agreement. Also, there was no 2nd key left on the counter per rental agreement. The digital code for door lock did work, thankfully! The condo was only had a cursory cleaning. There was debris left in kitchen sink, cardboard stuck to a refrigerator shelf, the floors were gritty feeling, the rugs were so dirty that they were sticky. The bathroom towel racks had not been cleaned and were covered in dust and dirt. All of the light switch covers were nasty. Showers had to be cleaned before use. While the furniture looked nice, it was cheaply made. We moved a chair and my husband (not an overweight man) sat down in it and the leg broke off. Luckily he was not hurt. Wifi password never worked the whole week. I called rental company and they have not called me back yet! We are not happy and don't believe we got the value that we paid for. We have paid about the same amount and had much nicer accommodations ocean front! Don't think we will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrea B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed

Many gnats, roaches. No internet. We were told internet needed no access code...but it did. Emailed property manager... and they asked me if I fixed it? Old appliances. Old coffee pot. Location was nice.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amanda s.

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

Awesome

Everything great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Hello Amanda, Thank you so much for leaving us this awesome review. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you back soon. Thanks for choosing Alabama Beach Vacation Rentals and have a great day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashton C.

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

Just as described- great for the money and a weekend getaway!

Good location and view, has everything you need for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Hello Ashton, Thank you for choosing ALBVR. We appreciate your positive comments and are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your vacation with us aat Island Winds West 271! We look forward to having the pleasure of hosting your next vacation!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Beth A.

Good

Property needs maintenance. Doorknob lock is very difficult to unlock. It has to be jiggled and manipulated to unlock. Front bedroom bathtub plumbing sounds like a jackhammer when first turned on. Dryer knob is broken off - had to use another knob to operate it. Need to let renters know to bring garbage bags - one wasn’t enough for 4 days.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you for sharing your review and concerns with the condo. We've repaired the items that you cited and appreciate you letting us know about the problems. We'd love it if you were able to visit again to see the updates throughout the condo. Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions. ~ALBVR
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jennifer S.

Needs to be updated big time

Upon walking in we found out the sliding door was broken so to go outside you had to fidget with the broken piece to go out, the first bathroom when you turned on the water it made a loud noise til turned off, the cable box in the first room was rigged some way that you only got 4 channels, the filter was so nasty like it's not been changed in months, the dryer button was broken so you had to remove one off the other to even start the dryer, some electrical outlets didnt work in some of the rooms, the second bathroom sink took forever to drain when you brushed your teeth and the stove smoked and barely heated up enough to cook even 2 scrambled eggs(which took over 40 mins no joke to cook them). The room would be a nice one if someone actually took the time to keep it updated. It's in a nice location. I just wasnt happy paying what we paid and having all that going wrong with it.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Dear Jennifer, We're truly sorry for the issues that you had with our condo. We've noted the issues and have had them repaired. As well, the owner did updates on their most recent visit. We hope that you'll have the opportunity to visit and see the improvements.
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Wendy H.

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This unit needs a lot of TLC. We had several problems that have been reported to management about the furniture (Needs new couch)and mold in the unit.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Wendy, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us as we strive to improve with each and every stay. We do apologize for the inconvenience you experienced and all issues reported has been addessed accordingly. It is our goal to restore your confidence in our company by solving this problem and preventing it from happening again. Thank you again, for your honest feedback.
Archival

8/10 Good

Lisa Y.

Comfortable and convenient

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: We enjoyed our stay here. Room was nice and convenient to the beach and all the restaurants. The only problem we had was that I took small children that stayed in the master bedroom with me. I would have liked the tv cords to be attached to the wall better not just hanging out. Thanks for a great trip.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Lisa, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay and for providing us at ALBVR with great suggestions. It’s a pleasure to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us! We hope to have the pleasure of serving you again in the future.
Archival

8/10 Good

Diane C.

Great place for a family 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: Our condo #271 was a great place to stay with 3 young boys. Nice bedrooms, although master could use some new matteress and springs. Very roomy. Kitchen was nice and equipped with everything we needed. Sofa is extremely worn out, but lots of room to sit. Overall it was a good place to stay for the value.
Archival

4/10 Poor

Carla B.

Not what it was advertised as

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental started out being $211. A night. By the time all was added it was $340 a night. I don't believe this was a rent from owner as described. The furniture was very worn. The couch was so bad the cushions were flat and you could feel the metal in the hide a bed. There was mold in the bathroom that caused us all to gave sinus problems. Toilet kept stopping up. They came and fixed it after several hours. Not what we were use to . The location is great and they keep the outside in good condition. I don't think the owners gave seen the condition of the seating in a while . I have pictures
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Carla, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us at ALBVR. We value your business, and it is our goal to solve this problem and preventing it from happening again. Our housekeeping department has been notified concerning the cleanliness of the condo. We do apologize for any inconvenience you may experienced.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristen R.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re glad to see you had a positive stay with us. We always strive to provide a 5-star experience, so if there is anything we could have done to make your stay even better, we would love to hear your feedback.
Verified

8/10 Good

james r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025
Thank you for the rating! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again soon!

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