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Charming cottage with deck, beach access, pools, and hot tub

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12246.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Fort Morgan, AL
  • Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Charming cottage with deck, beach access, pools, and hot tub

Gulf Shores Plantation-Beach Cottage #3: 5 Little Shells

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Swimmers, beach-goers, and sun-loving families will feel right at home at this 5 Little Shells, a 2,650-square-foot Gulf Shores home with a multi-level deck, a nearby boardwalk that leads to the beach, and incredible shared amenities.

Guests will have access to six outdoor pools and two outdoor hot tubs on the Gulf Shores Plantation grounds, plus one indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, fitness room, a sand volleyball court, and multiple barbecue areas.

WHAT’S NEARBY
You'll be just a short stroll from the sand, within sight of the Kiva Dunes Golf Course, and a short distance from such family favorites as the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo.

THINGS TO KNOW
This home is snowbird-friendly from November to February.
Some shared amenities may be subject to a small resort fee.
Due to Hurricane Sally in 2020, this property may have noticeable repairs as you enter the resort or complexes. Access to resort amenities and parking areas may be limited.
This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Alabama
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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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
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Zooland Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Morgan, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Fort Morgan - 15 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 27 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tacky Jacks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gulfside Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming cottage with deck, beach access, pools, and hot tub have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Charming cottage with deck, beach access, pools, and hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage with deck, beach access, pools, and hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage with deck, beach access, pools, and hot tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage with deck, beach access, pools, and hot tub located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach and Kiva Dunes Golf Course. Bon Secour Bay and Edith Hammock are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Misti H.

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

Lovely Home

This property was beautiful. It was everything we could have asked for!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Debra J.

Our vacation

This was a really nice house. The only problem was we had to was 2 of the bedroom sheets. They were not clean. Wifi kept going in and out.
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8/10 Good

June D.

The pools and beach

The pools and beach
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10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Wonderful house just steps to the beach!

The house was large and super cute! There is a pool right in front of the house which was great for the kids. The pool was never super busy and there were always chairs available. The beach was a short walk from the house and it was a wonderful get-away!
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10/10 Excellent

David S.

Nice accommodations for a week at the beach

Close to beach and pools with easy access to restaurants yet it wasn't crowded as in Gulf Shores or Orange Beach
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

Spacious!!

We have a big family and there was plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable and share a space. We were right in front of the pool which is also a plus!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

The most amazing shower!

We stayed in the same cottage last year! I was excited to see the master bathroom was updated. Shower size was increased and a more updated deep tub was added. I love the full wall added for privacy! We enjoy that the home has two refrigerators. The home is conveniently located across from the pool and the walk to the beach is easy! I love how the kitchen has everything needed except for an ice make in the freezer! We would stay again.
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8/10 Good

Marni W.

We were hot, then we were cool! 😎

We enjoyed how many people this cottage could hold and the decor and views and balconies were wonderful. 2nd floor Ac was not working when we arrived at 4am and we called the 800 # and it took a long time to get someone on the phone. The rep took a message and we had to wait for someone else to call us back and then another person called us to ask what was happening. At 3am a HVAC person came out to the house and fixed the problem and by the time we woke up it was cool in the house again and we thoroughly enjoyed the rest of our stay. The pools and hot tub were fun and the beach was a very short walk from the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Erica W.

We loved the cottage

The master bath shower has no hot water or pressure in shower and one of the sinks but everything else was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Kris G.

Good rental!

Two refrigerators which was great as we eat in most of the time. Short walk to the beach, indoor and outdoor pools, view of the golf course on the back deck while watching the sunset. Contacts were attentive all needs (coffee pot malfunction-replaced same day which was huge for the coffee drinkers, also addressing shower pressure and warmth in master bedroom for future guests). Plenty of seating and loved the open concept for our family.Great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

BRYANNA c.

Best stay ever

We loved this house and the amenities and space it had.
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

Nice house

Nice house, only think I would like is a covered entrance/exit. Stairs were slick in the rain with elderly family. But nice house, clean pools, nice facilities and on the beach
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie J.

Spacious - 4 bedroom cottage

Plenty of room! Pool almost off your front door which is convenient. Little walk to beach but not unbearable! Would rent again!

8/10 Good

Michelle H.

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

Nice cottage

We enjoyed the cottage and would book again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kara F.

Little beach house #3

My family and I had a great stay. We enjoyed the house, just roomy enough for the 10 of us! Three families! The proximity to the pools and beach was perfect for us.
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6/10 Okay

andrew h.

Nice Location .. OK Home

Honestly torn here not sure if this is a VACASA problem or a property owner problem... seems that any deferrable maintenance is being deferred. The clothes dryer clearly needs maintenance. The exhaust was not connected and was a fire hazard - when we checked in.. Even after I connected the hose back the heating element clearly needs to be replaced. The TV in the single queen bedroom upstairs did not work; while a smart tv adapter was procured / delivered to breath more life into the aging TV, I later found this was not the first time this complaint had been brought up as a recent review also had it listed. The fridge in the kitchen was replaced / the pictures were not. While new the cheapest option was clearly selected as a model with no ice/water in the door nor was there even an ice maker in the fridge. . . So you expect ICE/WATER but there isnt any.. . Also later found this as a previous review/issue... Local magazines in the home are 5-7 years old... Deck railing at front of the home was replaced with non-matching wood and not even painted to attempt to match as best as it could. Several boards in the deck around the home (on all levels) need to be replaced or renailed as they are broken/breaking or have nails coming up (trip hazard). The indoor pool at the location is noted as being closed but opening this summer... its now the fall and its still not open.. need to update ad or just remove it as an option. There is no reason it is not reopened except for the refusal to spend money by the HOA. The kitchen is poorly to just barely equipped..
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4/10 Poor

Renee C.

Mouse trouble

The bushes at the driveways need to be removed before i return. A mouse chewed wiring in my engine and left my car un-drivable. The entire complex is over run with mice. Beware! I

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Great place

We love that there is plenty of room, and an easy walk to the beach and pools!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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6/10 Okay

Trlna C.

Just ok

It was clean on arrival. No reply from owner or vacasa on multiple issues…no pass to get in fitness room, no reply from owner as to getting a pass, no reply on extended stay… master bed fell apart on us in the middle of first night, had to fix it ourselves, still broke but you can sleep on it. Location was as advertised, rest of facility was nice. 2 garbage bags is all that was there, 1 roll of tp per bathroom, 2 dishwasher pods is all that they left, so you can’t even get thru the week. Other items in house were broke…
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
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6/10 Okay

Richie S.

Decent home - not quite as advertised

Pros: - good amount of space - both roomy and in storage - all appliances work and there are plenty of dishes - relatively clean - tons of beach stuff in the outside storage closest (boats, boogie boards, shovels/pales...you name it) - outside pools within walking distance (as well as beach) - good parking Cons: - cheaply maintained - fixtures coming off, poorly repaired plumbing, bad paint -- nothing that hampers use, but would expect better - THERE IS NO INDOOR POOL, SAUNA/STEAM ROOM OR GYM This is advertised with those amenities and they DO NOT exist. A hurricane tore that building down more than a year ago and Vacasa continues to book these homes with that amenity in place. Going to the Gulf in November, the only reason we chose this place was for the indoor pool access. Very disappointed. To add, we originally booked a home on the beach in Pensacola in early summer 2021. A month before the arrival, Vacasa sends and email saying it is no longer available, which kicks off 3+hours of phone calls with Vacasa and VRBO to get a full refund. Then, we have to spend many hours scrounging to find something commensurate, which was this home. All together, the home was fine and well priced, but we would not have stayed without the indoor pool. Vacasa provided a small refund, but we will have a hard time booking with them again due to this and losing our original listing. To pile on, the neighbors who arrived after us were also wanting to use the non-existent indoor pool. Again, these amenities have been missing for more than a year, and they are still being sold on the website. Very poor form.
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8/10 Good

William I.

Perfect house for large family

The house was spacious with a great floor plan. We had 8 adults and 2 children and there was plenty of space. The bedrooms were arranged so there was enough privacy. Would consider staying here again. Had issues with cable service in the bedrooms but otherwise no major issues.
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8/10 Good

Valerie L.

Very pretty and comfortable

The rooms are big and roomy. The jacuzzi tub is amazing! Beaches are close by and so very relaxing!
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8/10 Good

Theresa G.

Great vacation house

Security great, clean property maintained well, location to beach and pools good. Had everything we needed.
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10/10 Excellent

Jacob Y.

Family beach trip

We had 8 adults and 4 toddlers on our trip. This house was perfect location, across from one pool (could watch from porch) and a short walk to beach. We had room for everyone and enjoyed our trip. Downstairs bedroom light would not come on and towel rack upstairs was broken minor inconveniences. We have rented this house twice and will again
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10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Beautiful Beach House

The home had a fantastic location. It had everything you would need. The kitchen was well stocked. Pool and grill was directly across from the house. Only a short walk to the beach. My only complaint would be the TV in one of the spare rooms didn’t work and the other one was extremely small (19”) I would suggest they upgrade to at least 32” TV.’s That being said we will definitely book this home again. Check in was super easy. We had a wonderful time.

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