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On the beach
Exterior
TV, DVD player
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 686 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony!

Come stay at the beautiful and relaxing SOUTHERN SANDS 206 – a two bedroom, two bath rental right on the famous white sand beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama.

This second-story, family-friendly condo has a stunning view from its double-sized balcony right on the beach – giving you, your family and friends your own private view of the palm trees, sand dunes and clear-blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Escape the crowds and steer clear of the packed high-rises: come breathe in the fresh beach air at this charming, 3-story development.

The unit sleeps six people comfortably with one king bed, two twin beds and a sleeper sofa, along with two full bathrooms. It has a spacious kitchen for cooking meals and a dining area, as well as a living room with a large sofa and flat screen television. WiFi included.

Outside, you can relax at the pool, or hit the beaches (chairs and umbrellas available for rent from beach service during the summer). You won’t find a better location – a walkable area about as close as you can get to the Hangout (home to the well-known music festival) and the annual National Shrimp Festival, as well as local seafood restaurants and beach bars. Shopping at the Tanger Outlets is an easy drive down the road.
There are plenty of golf courses nearby too, as well as a zoo, waterparks and churches. This is a non-smoking, pet-free unit. Parking and laundry available. Book year round. Perfect for snowbirds!

Address: Southern Sands, 417 W. Beach Blvd, Condo #206, Gulf Shores, AL

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Portable shower seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smokers will FORFEIT entire deposit

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 923 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 not allowed
Note from host: Pets in condo will FORFEIT entire deposit

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gulf Island Grill - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony! 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 mi (2 km).

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Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 158 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

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

Loved it

We had a blast. We came to do senior pictures and hang out with friends and family. It was perfect. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Family Beach Getaways

This condo is in a great location and was perfect for our small family. Plenty of stores and local restaurants within walking distance so you don’t have to worry about getting the car out after a long day on the beach. But if you do PARKING is awesome! Never had to worry about finding a spot. Highly recommend this rental. We’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Great Location!

Perfect location on the beach! Shopping and eating close. Owners very nice and easy to work with. Condo was clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Caitlin S.

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

Bach trip

It was a great location to everything. Very easy check in and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda C.

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

Beach vacation

Great beachfront location with beautiful views. The unit was very clean with cute decor. Conveniently located near to restaurants. Nice parking area. Easy check-in requiring only a door code to access the unit. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

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

Excellent location

We love this location in Gulf Shores!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

morgan b.

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

Great experience

This location is amazing! Walking distance to all the great areas. The communication with the owner was quick and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

Great condo on the beach

We had a excellent time great condo on the beach with an excellent view would definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Spring Break Stay

Great location within walking distance to restaurants/shopping and great view of the beach from the balcony. Plenty of room for our family of 4.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

An Excellent Vacation

We had a blast! The view from the condo was exactly what we hoped for, The water was beautiful and clear and the sand was super soft. There were many walkable restaurants and shops and the people were all very friendly. Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kim T.

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

Good location

Good location 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rudi P.

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

Wonderful stay

We stayed with a 4 year old and 1 year old and had a wonderful time. Condo was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Good location, just a 5 minute walk to the Hangout.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randi R.

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

Great Experience

Great location, awesome place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi V.

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

Perfect

Great location. Beautiful view and so close to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

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

An amazing week at the beach!

The property was exactly as described and the host was gracious and answered calls quickly. We only needed help finding the parking pass. It was a great stay and I 100% recommended booking!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Fantastic Stay

Everything was great - including location right on the beach and walkable to restaurants. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

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

Cozy and Convenient

My family stayed here for our first time Gulf Shores. We loved the condo as it was a perfect location, right on the beach and close enough to walk to activities for the kids. The fact that it was a smaller complex allowed the kids to head down to the pool while we were still getting beach items ready. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Hangout Weekend

This condo is perfect if you want to go to Hangout Fest. Perfect location! Private fireworks show on the balcony every night. Great size. Great owners.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesa S.

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

Family vacation

We loved our stay. Me, my husband, my adult daughters and my son in law spent 3 nights here. Great view from balcony and plenty of room for 5 adults. Also easy checkin and great communication with owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kacie R.

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

Quick beach trip

Nice location -- walkable to lots of restaurants, etc. Close access to beach - easy to come and go from beach as needed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Great location & beautiful beaches

This property was prime location. Beach was right outside of the facility and you can be in the water literally minutes from the door! Beaches are beautiful and not overcrowded. Great food options were within walking distance which was a bonus! The Hangout is a short walk as well. Would definitely stay here again! Great communication with the owner and very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

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

Everything was as advertised.

A great property. Right on the beach and within walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Very clean, well kept, check in was simple. Will stay there again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

Perfect week at the beach

This little condo was in the best location! Exactly what we were looking for in a beach rental! While it was a bit dated and yes, the master bed was quite hard (lol), neither of those things took away from the convenience of being right at the beach, the pool and so many great restaurants. We would definitely come back again to Douthern Sands and the girgeous beaches of Alabama! Thank you for a great week!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

June B.

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

A little piece of paradise

First, the owners of this property are absolutely lovely and extremely accommodating. Second, even though the condo could use some updating, it provided all we needed for a relaxing friends weekend. The beach is just a step outside the property and coffee on the balcony in the morning and champagne in the evenings capped the stay. Will definitely stay again. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd O.

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

Wonderful time with my mom

Had a dream vacation with my mom it’s the first trip she has been on since dad passed and she was diagnosed with dementia! She had a wonderful time at the beach and she loved the condo. The owners were so sweet and a delightful to deal with. Can’t wait to visit again and stay at their place!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024