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Driftwood Inn-Beachfront Favorite, Pet-Friendly

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On the beach
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Exterior
Smart TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Driftwood Inn-Beachfront Favorite, Pet-Friendly

Driftwood Inn

With your pick of outdoor spaces, including a screened porch facing end-to-end Gulf-front views, this classic gem in Fort Morgan is beachfront vacationing as it’s meant to be. Bring a group of up to 6 guests to a breezy 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath beach house with plenty of room. Don’t leave your pup at home – this rental is pet-friendly as are the beaches in Fort Morgan! This home’s exterior lights are turtle friendly (non-white), too. 


About Driftwood Inn

Wherever you are in the house, the Gulf takes center stage. Wake up in one of TWO beachfront bedrooms and take in the views of the water. Even better, both of these bedrooms have sliding-door access to their own private deck with Gulf views! A nautical-themed third bedroom features two twin beds and an attached half-bath.. Two full bathrooms include a master with a walk-in shower and a guest bath. Sandy after a day at the beach? Not a problem. Just step into the enclosed and totally private outdoor shower and get clean under the blue skies. At dinnertime, the stocked kitchen provides all the appliances, pots, pans, cookware and dishes your group needs to cook and eat. Feast together in full view of the Gulf on the screened porch with a table for six. After the meal, load the dishwasher, then stick around for a game of cards and a spectacular sunset show. On a rainy day, there is a second dining table for six located inside. Watch a DVD in the living area TV or stretch out on the sofa with a good book. Thanks to the open layout in the living space, everyone can spend time together and do their own thing, too.
**Pet-friendly property- additional fee (s) apply**

Fort Morgan

Fort Morgan is a quiet beach community away from the crowds and congestion. On the peninsula, guests will find the following restaurants: Tacky Jacks 2, Sassy Bass, The Coast Restaurant, The Village Hideaway, and The Kiva Grill. Guests can play golf at the Peninsula or at Kiva Dunes. There is an accessible boat launch and marina at the Gulf Shores Marina at Fort Morgan. Last but not least, there is a historical Civil War Site to explore at the Fort Morgan Historic Site. There is something for everyone in Fort Morgan!
 
Rental Age Policy

We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes.  However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25.  We have no exception to this policy. If you are found to not be in compliance with this policy, you will be immediately evicted from the premises without a refund of any amount.

Property manager

Harris Vacations

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Driftwood Inn Harris Properties Gulf Shores
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About the neighborhood

Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Fort Morgan - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 30 min drive - 33.8 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gulfside Bar and Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Driftwood Inn-Beachfront Favorite, Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Driftwood Inn-Beachfront Favorite, Pet-Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Driftwood Inn-Beachfront Favorite, Pet-Friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Driftwood Inn-Beachfront Favorite, Pet-Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach. Bon Secour Bay is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

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Driftwood Inn-Beachfront Favorite, Pet-Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

Loved our stay! House was as advertised and easy process all together.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

The house was a perfect fit for our family! We loved being so close to the beach! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

8/10

The location was perfect, right on the beach and away from the hustle and bustle. There’s is a public beach access nearby so there was some people on the beach but plenty of room for everyone
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

We enjoyed our annual beach trip to Gulf Shores/Ft. Morgan. The house was perfect! Loved being on the beach, instead of across the street.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Had the most relaxing time. Would stay here again. Have already recommended to friends. 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10

What a great week! Loved the quiet beach and the dogs who played there. It was reminiscent of the beaches 50 years ago before the developers moved in. The house was perfect- old style beach house with modern amenities! We slept with the porch doors open to the sound of the surf and a great nighttime breeze! A perfectly relaxing week in all respects!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10

Our family of 7 enjoyed a fantastic week at this property in April. This house was perfect for us! The house is well maintained, well stocked and the beds were all very comfortable. (The only thing I would change is to add some dishcloths and dishtowels; one of each was not nearly enough.) I could keep talking about the inside of the house, but realistically we spent little time there. The true gem of this property is the screened in porch; how I wish I could have taken that porch and view home with me! What a treat it was to sit out there everyday (morning, noon or night) and listen to and watch the waves. Our final day there we saw dolphins in the morning and the evening. Our daughters spent so much time on the swing on the porch, even napping there sometimes. I love the fact that there were no bugs whatsoever that could get to us. We were able to keep an eye on our kids from the porch, as the water is even closer than it appears in the pictures. We spent so much time on the beach and in the waves, and then it was so easy to run up for a snack or whatever else we would need. This home is about 15-20 mins away from town, so the beach was not at all crowded. (It does seem a little remote, though, so if you are looking to stay in a "town" this is not the place for you.) We were hoping to get away from the hustle and bustle, so it was perfect for us. We would not hesitate to rent this property again, and hope to return again someday. Thank you for maintaining and sharing such a beautiful property!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

8/10

We wanted to be "away from it all" and "right on the beach" and this house filled both of those things perfectly. The house is right on the beach, with 1 awesome master suite on one side and then 2 bedrooms on the other side. The king bed on the other side, faces the ocean and has a slider out to the porch, just like the master. The screened in porch has a large dining table and is great for eating breakfast and dinner (a little hot for lunch in the summer). Unfortunately, the bedroom with 2 twin beds on the back side of the house is really small, dark and noisy because it's right next to the AC unit on the porch that faces away from the ocean. So, no views, plus it was always hot in that room, the AC didn't seem to cool it properly, while the rest of the house was quite cold. There was a large ceiling fan, but it only had 2 settings: wind tunnel (high) and rusty train (medium) speed. Our children who shared that room didn't mind the "white noise," but it's definitely something you wouldn't expect. All of the bedrooms have their own toilet, which is super convenient. The fridge has an icemaker, which is great, because not all house rentals have that feature. One thing that was a bummer, we arrived at 3:45 and our check-in was at 4pm, but the code didn't "work" until 4:15 - standing outside trying to get it to work and then not being able to get through on the phone lines was frustrating. I did send text messages, which seemed the best way to communicate and I was relieved that we got in by 4:15.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

6/10

Upon arrival of Driftwood Inn, we were initially extremely pleased. The house was as advertised. The house overall is in need of a renovation. The kitchen is small, tight, and barely functional for more than 1 person in it at a time. While there are ample supplies of dishes, there is NO space at all for any place to put your groceries except the refrigerator. As we started pulling dishes out to use, bowls to clean our food, etc, we noticed that pretty much everything needed to be washed. The giant spider living behind the microwave gave us all a startle, but it has been eliminated. A pest control service should be used as many others pests were seen and dealt with. The house cools nicely thanks to the workhorse air conditioner. The ceiling fans in all the rooms help nicely too. We had issues with the family room fan stuck in the "high" setting, but that was resolved by mgmt on Monday of our stay. It is nice the linens are supplied so those don't need to be packed or rented, however, 1 kitchen towel is not enough for ANY kitchen. While the new laundry machines are available to wash your own towels, it would just be nice to not have to constantly be doing laundry. The bathroom linens supplied were sufficient. Bathroom cleanliness was average. Along with the kitchen, things were not done thoroughly. The cleaning service should be talked to about spending more time. Kitchen floor had hair, dust, dog food left over from previous guests. Bathroom floors had hair and dust. A vacuum was supplied, but NO broom (at a beach house, really?) Beds are hard and extremely uncomfortable, these should be replaced. Porch was used everyday for meals. This is a great addition to the property, but the screens need to be replaced on the doors as they have been ripped or cut by previous guests to allow entry after being locked out of the porch. This is usually a $20 fix, and about an hour to do at most. The dual decks again, are a beautiful addition to the house, however, the stairs going down from the master side of the house are connected to the rest of the deck by 1 nail. They move and shift while stepping on it. This is a DANGEROUS HAZARD and need to be repaired or replaced IMMEDIATELY. Thankfully the east side house deck seems to be fine. All in all, a descent week despite the things noted. Hopefully the issues are taken care of for future guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10

Gorgeous beach. House was updated and beautiful. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

this house was excellent for our stay at Fort Morgan. My Mom is elderly and has back problems the accommodations were perfect for our Mothers Day trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10

We have stayed here on numerous occasions and it’s wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10

House was great. Location perfect. We loved the screen porch & the easy access to the beach! Great place to unwind & enjoy time with family. We will plan to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10

Driftwood Inn was a blissful break from the chaos called life. It was very nice and well maintained. Kitchen is well stocked. Looking forward to another visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10

Driftwood was a wonderful place for a week family vacation. Right on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

Great home with a perfect layout for our family. Both adult rooms open directly into the deck with a glorious screened porch in between with a table for outside dining. Nicely equipped kitchen. The cleaning crew was running behind on our arrival date but the company communicated and worked to make things right. We already booked this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10

We loved the accommodations, the decks, the screen porch and especially the puppy gates at each entrance, and even the fenced area for pet's business. The home was in very nice condition on the interior, but could use some minor repairs to the exterior. Overall, loved the stay, loved the location and will likely return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020

10/10

The house was amazing. One of the best vacations we've ever had.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10

We brought our kids to the beach for spring break. It turned out it was a great way to get away and reflect on the beauty of God’s creation. The house was wonderful. It gave us plenty of space for meals , games and movie time. We enjoyed the screened in porch although I was glad we brought an out door insect repellent. It made the space a fun place for a lunch break from the beach. The kitchen was well appointed with all of the dishes and tools we could need to make our meals. With social distancing in place we made our meals at our beach retreat. The last day of the trip the beaches were closed but we still could see and hear the waves crashing while we played card games. We felt blessed to be temporarily insulated from all of the chaos that was going on around the world with Covid 19. Thank you Driftwood Inn for a wonderful family time.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10

Overall the place was fantastic. The rooms were clean, the view was amazing, and there were not a lot of neighbors this time of year. The only issues we had were with the internet (some of us still had to work at times) the internet was erratic and after the 2nd day was out completely. But other than that the house was amazing and we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10

Had a great time at the Driftwood Inn. The view is magnificent, everything was s described. Would definitely rent again / recommend!!!! Just a few minor issues. 1.The mattress in master bed needs replaced. 2. Back door deadbolt is broken and unable to lock door. 3. Laundry dryer has issues. Sometimes it starts sometimes it doesn't.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

8/10

Great place if you are bringing your dogs to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

Loved the house my friend and I stayed with my dog I have come down 5 years in a row. This is the first year we were directly on the beach and loved it. The house was clean, and we had plenty of room. I was able to do some fishing out in the back yard. Overall it was a great time and we will be back next year Thanks again. Paul
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

6/10

We enjoyed many parts of this rental, and were disappointed in a few. Pros: clean, tidy, renovated, charming, good garage, easy walk to beach, linens provided. Cons: *We booked a pet-friendly house deliberately and were excited about the fenced-in enclosure allowing dogs access to the inside, the deck and a small play yard. We did not anticipate that the rails of the fence would be so wide that our dog could scoot right through. *We were also excited about the screen porch facing the ocean -- except that the screens were detached, blowing in the wind. *One room with twin beds was cramped and extremely LOUD because the AC unit was only inches away from the beds, separated only by a piece of glass. *The other room with one bed was lovely, but had an AC vent right over the bed, which dripped all night on anyone sleeping there. *The washing machine worked once. When we called property management to fix it, they said it wasn't an emergency and would put the ticket in line. Called back two days later; after 20 minutes on the phone and significant debate, we finally got word that the last renters had reported a problem and there was a replacement part on order. Instructions were to unplug the washer for 30 seconds, then plug back in. That finally worked -- but a note or some notice beforehand would have saved us all a lot of work. *Dishwasher worked, but was mounted incorrectly, so when the door was open and the racks loaded, the washer fell about 3 inches out of its mounting. *It took 4 days for the AC system to cool the house to 70 (while keeping doors and windows closed). *The outdoor shower was barely functional, with missing pieces that would compromise privacy. *Teeny, tiny shower in the master; guest shower had a glass door that was improperly mounted and swung freely in a dangerous way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10

Driftwood Inn is one of my favorite Harris properties out of the three we have rented in the past 6 years since using Harris. The house was very clean and beautifully decorated. The beds were comfortable and linens were plentiful and of high quality. The kitchen was well appointed with everything you could possibly need. It may appear as though you don’t have much storage space in the kitchen, however, all it takes is a bit of re- arranging of the many dishes, and our 10 days worth of groceries fit fine. The appliances were also very nice and in great working order. Some of our favorite things were: the screened in porch, plenty of covered parking on a concreat slab, and everything from the light switches to the kitchen drawers were labeled!!!! How convenient! And last but not least, the incredible gulf front view- thanks Harris Properties for another great week! See you next April!! ( Kelly Stedeford- part of the Holly Raley group!).