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Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, & pickleball/basketball court

Holiday home with private pool, 5-minute walk to Gulf Shores Beach

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Sun of a Sailor is your Gulf Coast retreat. Unwind in the private pool, rejuvenate in the hot tub or enjoy al fresco dining on one of two floors of decks and a fabulous outdoor patio. Grill out with your group, walk to local treats like ice cream shops or settle into board games for cozy evenings together.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 131850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, & pickleball/basketball court

Holiday home with private pool, 5-minute walk to Gulf Shores Beach
Along with Access to hot tub, this smoke-free holiday home has laundry facilities and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home boasts a private pool and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 3 bathrooms and a fridge, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
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 first aid kit
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

80587

About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is by the sea. 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. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach
    Gulf Shores Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • GulfShores_WatervilleUSA_6097646-06
    Waterville USA
    4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Fort Morgan which includes heritage elements and military items
    Fort Morgan
    32 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hangout Music Fest
    4 min drive - 3.1 km

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    4 min drive
  • The Catch
    3 min drive
  • Sunliner Diner
    4 min drive
  • The Happy Pappy Coffee House
    6 min drive
  • Pink Pony Pub
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, & pickleball/basketball court pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, & pickleball/basketball court?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, & pickleball/basketball court?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, & pickleball/basketball court?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, & pickleball/basketball court located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf Shores Beach, West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park. Wade Ward Nature Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Dog-friendly home with private pool, hot tub, & pickleball/basketball court Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

7.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Great stay

House was better than the pictures. Took us about 5 minutes walking to get to the beach. The check in process and check out process was very easy and there was no problems. Overall very great stay and we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great! The guy who cuts the grass blew the grass in the pool and hot tub. Plus all over our towels. I cleaned the pool the best I could. I didn’t try to clean hot tub. The next day pool guy showed up but we were leaving that day. We will again. Thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald H.

Great stay

The house is very roomy, and has plenty of room. The pool and hot tub were awesome.
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8/10 Good

Shawn F.

Sun of Sailor

The property was very nice. The location was great. We will most definitely use this property for our next stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Large Beach house in Gulf Shores, AL

A beautiful 4 bedroom house with a pool, walking distance to the beach. It's got a spacious "living area," excellent for multiple families looking to spend quality time together.
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Perfect walking distance to everything

Beach House restaurant and bar was a block away, beach was a 5min walk, coffee and little grocery store was a block over. The hot tub and pool were great, beds were soft, and layout was good for 4 families to spread out!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Laura V.

Laura

Great house! Pool and hot tub was loved by kids and adults. Area downstairs was awesome. Enjoyed staying downstairs after coming in from beach. Picnic tables, tv and lots of space for the kids to play. We had a great stay, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Loved our stay!

This home was in a very quiet community and was a very short walk to the beach. The pool and hot tub were an added bonus. The water in the pool was hot but when it’s 95 and sunny every day, it’s to be expected. I would recommend this home and will return in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Roxanne A.

Family Trip

My husband and I along with my parents and 4 children age 16-21 enjoyed a wonderful week here! Comfortable beds with plenty of room for all! The pool and hot tub were the best part of our trip! So convenient and so was the walk to the beach! Super easy 4min walk even for my parents in their 70s!! Great view and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda W.

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

Friendscation

We enjoyed the house and the pool very much. The walk to the beach was short as well. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tasha D.

Perfect Fall Break Getaway!!

Listen!!!! This house was beyond exceptional! The pool,hot tub,and propane grill all added a special touch to the house. The house had board games and pool essentials. The 5 minute walk to the beach was perfect for us seasoned adults 😂. I could go on and on but needless to say…. Everyone (ages 6yrs- 60yrs) enjoyed their stay here in this spacious beach house!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Sun of a Sailor did not dissapoint

We just finished our spring break vacation at Sun of a Sailor. It is a beautiful house. The pool was heated, the hot tub was relaxing, and the location was perfect. It is a short walk to the beach. There are pool toys for the kids, and beach toys as well. The kitchen has enough pots and pans to make just about anything you want. You won't be disappointed choosing Sun of a Sailor for your next vacation, just don't forget your beach towels!

10/10 Excellent

Marti K.

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

Great location with a pool!

Quiet neighborhood even in mid-July. Easy walk to the beach- helps to use a wagon if carrying a lot. Pool and hot tub new and clean- great option for those needing a break from the beach. We were a 2 family group (10 total) with adult children- nice space for all. Bring blankets for the beds if anyone gets cool at night- only one extra blanket found in a downstairs closet. Beds have sheet-like coverlets. There are some beach chairs and toys, but some have started to rust and ware- we were glad we brought our own. Washer and dryer are wonderful! Efficient dryer! We also brought a large tent for the pool deck- there is no natural shade poolside, as you can see in the photos. Wal mart and Publix 10 minutes away. Beach House Restaurant one block from house! Great place- would highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Aubrey N.

Donna N

Overall, we had a good stay. Loved having the pool. Lots of stairs!!! The hot tub was not clean or in working order when we arrived. By the time someone came to fix it, we were not able to use it due to a storm that rolled in. They could use a blind on the kitchen window for sure! Had several lightbulbs out and a slow drain in one of the bathrooms downstairs. Smoke alarm is sensitive and went off several times cooking breakfast one morning. Need more instruction on the front door lock for exiting. Good location and the Beach House restaurant around the corner was very handy. The food was good and we visited several times. Have rented from Vacasa in years past and never had to call with any issues. This one was just a little different. Only minor things! We had a great family trip
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8/10 Good

Sherry G.

Son of a Sailor

The location of this house is great! The house was very comfortable for our family and we enjoyed our vacation. Pool was great although the water was very warm by the end of the week. The walk to the beach is short and we took advantage of the nearby restaurant, ice cream shop, seafood shop, and convenience store. Some recommendations would be an umbrella by the pool, additional seating in the living room with tables and lamps(we love to read!), and a small table with chairs for puzzles(we ended up designating a portion of the kitchen counter for our tradition of completing a jigsaw puzzle on vacation). The only downside to this house was the very sensitive smoke detectors which went off EVERY time we cooked or even used the toaster. They were chirping when we got there and Vacasa sent someone the next day to change the batteries but they went off all week long. We managed but it was annoying since we like to buy fresh seafood and cook it ourselves. We ended up eating out much more frequently. I recommend bringing blankets since there aren’t any available besides what is on the beds. After spending the day in the sun some of us were chilly in the house but if you turned up the temperature others were too warm.

8/10 Good

Ashley K.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Overall a great stay

The smoke detector goes off when u cook or use the toaster and we didn't burn anything. The set up was great for hangout as a family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in/out was easy. Pool needed long netted pool for daily cleaning out of insects and frogs.Great location, good restaurant close as well as beach. A lot of steps since all houses are on stilts.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Austin B.

Good, not great

A good sized home for a large family to enjoy together. The downstairs area is great. We did arrive to a dirty pool and hot tub, but the pool was cleaned the day after our arrival. Unfortunately the hot tub was never clean enough to use. WiFi was out for the majority of our trip which makes the TVs useless as they are wifi dependent. The location is great with close beach access.
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10/10 Excellent

Kate J.

Lots of room!

We had plenty of room to spread out and everyone had a bed. It was close to everything we needed to do and was in a quiet area.
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8/10 Good

Lacey H.

Fall Break Getaway

This home was perfect for the size of our group. It was in a great location & just a short walk to the beach. The house was equipped with kitchen supplies so we could cook breakfast & dinner. The house seemed to be well maintained. The hot tub was put in right before we arrived and it was amazing! There were a few downfalls. We hoped to grill out, but the propane tank to the grill was empty. Also in the master bedroom there were clothing items left from the previous vacationers under the furniture that were not cleaned up. Lastly, the water pressure in the master bath shower was very poor. Otherwise this home was perfect for our stay in Gulfshores! I would consider coming back!

4/10 Poor

Nichole A.

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

Frustrating

We lost a whole day dealing with Vacasa and its local associates. Our house was not cleaned upon arrival. We waited 4 hours in the cold for it to be cleaned. When the local people finished cleaning we had no blankets to sleep with the first night. We waited til noon the next day to receive them. We spent several hours making phone calls and going to the local Vacasa to speak with someone. We did get reimbursed for the cleaning fee and one night but the experience left a lot to be desired and I don’t think we will use Vacasa again. This is disappointing to me and my family as we plan on making this trip over chat new tradition.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Dustin V.

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

Maintenance Needed

Property was fine. Many light bulbs out. Pool was filthy when we arrived. Pool cleaner never showed up. Had to clean the pool with beach toys. Refrigerator was leaking water. Hot tub jets only worked on one side. Annoying motion light in the patio. Outdoor shower head needs replaced. First Keurig coffee maker wasn’t working. Luckily, there weren’t two of them. Couch was dirty. Damage to a few lamps. Water filter on fridge needed replaced. Last night at the house the lights in the kitchen wouldn’t turn on at all. Many basic maintenance issues that need addressed. Contacted Vacasa the property manager multiple times and they said they would send out a local team member. No one ever came to address the problems. Location of the property is great, but the property manager, Vacasa is pretty much nonexistent. Be prepared to perform the maintenance yourself during your stay. Very frustrating. Recommend not renting a property managed by Vacasa.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Kim G.

Good family retreat

Nice home, layout was good for large family gatherings, alot of areas for break away quiet time. The hot tub and outdoor areas were as good as the house! Home feels beachy with very relaxing decor and furniture. Beds were comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

CARLOS M.

Awesome house

My family and I we enjoy every moment, beautiful home🙏🏻👍
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8/10 Good

Melissa R.

Family Beach Trip 2022

The house was perfect for our family beach trip! The beach was a short walk away and there was a beach wagon, umbrellas, chairs, and beach toys to take along. We loved the outside areas and the beach could be seen from the top deck! The Waves store, the Beach House Restaurant, and Ice Cream shop were right next door and provided us with most of the things we needed without having to get in our vehicles. The only thing we had a problem with were the TV remotes. We never found the one for the outside TV and couldn’t get the ones in the master bedroom to work. There were Direct TV remotes and a Direct TV dish, but no evidence of service. We were able to use ROKU and log onto our Netflix and Prime accounts on the living room tv. All in all, it was a wonderful place to stay and we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022