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Penthouse 3BR Summer House - Stunning Private Balcony - Epic Views!

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Fantastic Views
Best balcony in Orange Beach!
Epic private balcony!
Romar Beach - Patio View
Comfortable Living space

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8117.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Orange Beach, AL
  • Adventure Island
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Orange Beach Beaches
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • The Wharf
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Dual Queen

2 Queen Beds

Gulf Front Master

1 King Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Shared Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Penthouse 3BR Summer House - Stunning Private Balcony - Epic Views!

est. 2020

Sugarfoot Escape is our family’s name for our dream beach condo located in Phase II of Summer House on Romar Beach— a terrific location in Orange Beach, Alabama.

With a wide private beach, fantastic amenities, and super convenient location, Summer House has been a top favorite destination for beach goers.

Unit 1502B checks all the boxes having an incredible private patio, exceptional unobstructed Gulf views, large bedrooms, and recent luxury updates.

We also love the fact that we are located on the top floor which removes the noise above and also means that when you call an elevator, it is likely showing up empty ready to go!

With a recent deep renovation and update including all new flooring, colors, furniture and appliances.

Sugarfoot Escape has 100MB/50MB dedicated high speed internet with solid reception inside and out on the patio. This also means that if you log into our updated televisions for some Netflix or Hulu, that you can actually watch your show! We have the Enhanced Dish package for all TVs providing live television channels and On Demand programming. The family room is equipped with a Bluetooth capable Dolby Digital Surround Sound System for your enjoyment with the Samsung 65" Smart TV.

In the kitchen, we've refreshed the cookware and utensils as well as a have installed new Stainless Steel KitchenAid appliances, including a French door fridge, well featured large convection oven, and a super quiet dishwasher. In addition, we installed a commercial grade Manitowoc 50# per day gourmet ice machine (new 2023). Our family cooks here, we have all the things a cook would require, stainless cookware, Pyrex, measuring tools, mixing bowls, spatulas, dicers, etc. This is not “common” for OBA rentals. This is our second home.

The master has a spectacular view, a comfy king size bed, and en suite updated bathroom with updated cabinets, granite, and frame-less glass. We just upgraded our furniture and mattress as well as new blackout window treatments to go along with our new sliding glass door!

Sugarfoot Escape has a second King bedroom that also just got a furniture, mattress, and decor update. There is a Samsung smart TV above the dresser.

There is a third large bedroom with 2 queen beds with a Samsung smart TV and a spare pre-wired HDMI for the gaming stations your kids will likely bring.

These two bedrooms are conveniently located on a connecting hallway to the second bathroom which is also updated with granite and frame-less glass.

Our unit is unique having a tankless hot water heater that keeps up with the shower queue before dinner (vs standard 30 gallon tank heaters) . We love our tankless hot water! We also have a dehumidifier installed in our AC closet which helps it be noticeably more comfortable.

Summer House is a convenient shuttle stop to get to places like FloraBama! With restaurants, grocery, convenience, and liquor stores right nearby, it is hard to beat this location. More importantly, the private beach access is on the BEST stretch of sand in Orange Beach.

NOTE: Summer House has a strict “2 Vehicle Max Per Unit” policy and must always display the Vehicle Registration certificate in the parking lot after arrival. You will pay for your $50 parking certificate(s) per vehicle at the guard shack when you enter the property.

Don’t want to mess with your own beach gear? Umbrellas and chairs are available to rent from Summer House right on the beach most of the prime beach days of the year (March - October).

So what are you waiting for?! Grab your beach towel and swim suit and come dip your feet in the sugar sands of one of the most beautiful beaches on the famous Emerald coast!

See you at the beach!

The Hicks Family


Summer House Restoration Project 2023-2025 Update.

Summer House Restoration Project 2023-2025 Update. Building B is now 100% complete! Our unit, 1502B, and the 15th Floor are done!!! It looks amazing and is such an upgrade!

Context: Summer House HOA voted for a massive building restoration project that began September 2023. The primary focus was completely modernizing the exterior shell of the building and correcting any deterioration.

We have new sliding glass doors, windows, entry door, and a beautiful refinished patio with epoxy floor and new paint scheme. Beach access is constantly available for Summer House including buggy suitable paths.

All amenities are open except the unheated outdoor pool which goes down for maintenance on 8/19/2024 and will be unavailable until roughly the end of April 2025…agh, the board revised this on 4/7, that it is more likely the second half of May That unheated Outdoor pool will need to be closed when lifts are above which started in late August 2024. The Inddor pool is the best pool through spring, since it is heated vs the unheated outdoor pool. It has plenty of sliding glass doors to make it wide open.

The deck chairs have been moved to a nice patio area adjacent to the lawn beachside of our Building B. The heated indoor pool will remain available continuously during its normal hours each day.

The neighboring Building A’s renovation is in full swing and that building will be down until Memorial Day 2025.

We are so thankful to have made it through and now have safer and more beautiful building and unit!

Please book 2025!!!

Property manager

Paul and Carrie Hicks
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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
SFE has no "child proof" systems.
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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
$500 Security Deposit Hold will be released 7 days after checkout. No Parties. Booking and Occupancy subject to 25 Year Old minimum age requirement.
Guests that do not meet the minimum age must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
Sugarfoot Rental Agreement must be signed. Booking VRBO Renter MUST be present to occupy property.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Orange Beach

Located in Orange Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Adventure Island 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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Orange Beach, AL

What's nearby

  • Adventure Island - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Orange Beach Welcome Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Orange Beach Sportsplex - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • The Wharf - 9 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doc S Seafood - S - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cactus Cantina - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shrimp Basket Orange Beach - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Penthouse 3BR Summer House - Stunning Private Balcony - Epic Views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Penthouse 3BR Summer House - Stunning Private Balcony - Epic Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Penthouse 3BR Summer House - Stunning Private Balcony - Epic Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Penthouse 3BR Summer House - Stunning Private Balcony - Epic Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Penthouse 3BR Summer House - Stunning Private Balcony - Epic Views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Orange Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Perdido Beach Boulevard and Gulf State Park. Orange Beach Beaches and Cotton Bayou Public Beach Access are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Great Long weekend.

We enjoyed our stay. Great views. Great property. LOVED the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela W.

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

Beauty and the Beast !

Beach, view and condo very nice . However it was soooo hot and congested . IF I return it will be any season but summer .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Great Experience

Our family really had a great experience here. The location of the condo was great. We never drove more than 10 min to get anything we needed - food, fun, supplies. It was all right there. The beach was great. It was no more than a 5 min walk to the beach from the condo. The condo was clean and had a lot things that you would need. Paul and Carrie were really attentive with answering questions and send a recommendation list with everything you need to know. Most of the recommendations were spot on. We will definitely return to this place next year. I thought it was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Relaxing and reconnecting

The location is perfect, literally can hear the waves from the lovely veranda. The beach is easily and swiftly accessible. The apartment is fully stocked with everything - really a nice place to reconnect as a family. Super relaxing - the owners are fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Great beachfront property too floor

This is a great condo has everything you need. Top floor is nice with great views. Beds are comfortable and Location is perfect would definitely book this again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

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

Outstanding Location

There couldn’t be a better place to stay. Convenient to everything, traffic not bad for area. Beach is very clean and easy to walk
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

McKinsey S.

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

An Amazing Week!

We had an absolutely wonderful time at SugarFoot. The condo is gorgeous. The colors were so calming and relaxing. We have a memory foam bed and I always get nervous on vacation wondering if I will sleep as good. The master bed was fantastic and I slept great all week! We loved everything about the property. I loved having a crock pot for easy meals in the condo on days we didn't eat out. The kitchen is very well stocked with everything you need. I loved the top floor even though I'm afraid of heights! I inched my way to the balcony by the end of the week. We loved seeing dolphins, birds flying, planes, boats, and people watching. Orange Beach has captured our hearts and we will be back. Paul and Carrie are fantastic hosts and he gives great tips on the best places to eat and things to do! Thanks for a great week.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

Amazing Condo

We left the cold and snowy northern climate and spent almost two months at the Sugarfoot condo. We couldn’t have asked for more. It is a beautifully decorated condo with a gourmet kitchen, comfortable beds and furniture. We spent a lot of time relaxing on the large private balcony gazing out at the Gulf of Mexico watching both the sunrises and sunsets. The white sandy beach was beautiful and we saw many dolphins swim by. It was paradise. A big thank you to the owners who were so nice and very easy to work with. We hope to return again next winter.
Stayed 46 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Bonnie F.

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

Loved our stay in Orange Beach!

Vacationed with friends and enjoyed our stay. Great location with spectacular view. Plenty of restaurants and places to explore.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

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

Amazing Location!

The Hicks family were amazing to work with. Our group of 4 kids and 4 adults had the best time and made amazing memories on beautiful Orange Beach. The perfect Fall Break location!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Paradise!

The property is beautiful, the weather was great, and the owner’s communication and thoughtful tips and insights on local culture and restaurants made it an enjoyable stay! We definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

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

Love this place!!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

If we could rate this beautiful home 100 stars we would have! My family and I enjoyed Sugarfoot Escape so much, it gives you that home away from home feeling. Carrie and Paul are absolutely the best!! We received a very detailed email with just about all the places they eat and shop in the area which was so helpful. Carrie also gave us the recommendation to have our anniversary dinner at Pier house and the place was great!! Every time we come to Orange beach we want to stay at Sugarfoot Escape, not only because it's beautiful but because Carrie & Paul makes the experience that much better!!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

christiana l.

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

Orange Beach balcony view and more

The property was as described. All of the needs were met in the condo, supplies were great and the communication with owners was amazing. They were always quick to assist no matter what our need. View was amazing and plenty of room for our group. Parking for two cars and the security guard is very nice and helpful. Beach is clean and a lovely walk. I would have loved a hot tub aside the outdoor pool but zero complaints. We were close to everything we needed or wanted to do in the area. The condo is well planned with the two kings and two queens. It makes family stayed more accommodating for all Ages. Thanks for a womderful family vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitch R.

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

My Family Loved This Place

Clean, great views of the ocean, perfect location, 15th floor, we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

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

Long weekend getaway

We loved our stay in Orange Beach. The condo was very clean and comfortable. The view was incredible!! Highly recommend this condo and we will likely look to book it again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue A., New Orleans, La

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

Great property

Lovely condo with great view. Beautifully furnished and comfortable. I look to cook and the kitchen was great and extremely well equipped. Would definitely go back again. The indoor pool was bonus in February!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

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

Great Property, Great Location, Great Host overall wonderful

The condo, Sugarfoot Escape, was just perfect for us, beautifully decorated, cozy, comfortable, and spacious. The kitchen was very nice and well stocked with everything needed to make meals. Our view of the gulf was outstanding, we loved the huge balcony. We have to mention how comfortable the beds were giving us a great night's rest. The location right on the beach was so relaxing and fun. We were close to many restaurants and shopping venues. We want to give a huge shout out to our fantastic hosts, Paul and Carrie, they made our time at the gulf so delightful by sharing detailed information of area restaurants and activities, pointing us in the right direction.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Papitha L.

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

Property was so clean and beautifully furnished… kitchen was fully equipped

Property was so clean and beautifully furnished… kitchen was fully equipped, owners where so friendly and they made us feel so comfortable and always ready to help us in any needs. We love this place and surely will visit again given the opportunity..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Excellent rental!

We had a great week at the condo. The place was very clean, everything has been updated/renovated recently. The kitchen is stocked with just about anything you could need. The owners even went out of their way when I got dates confused and though we had another day in the condo. They searched around and provided us with an alternative place to stay if we wanted to stay in the area an extra day. Will be renting this unit again in the future!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

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

Very Beautiful Condo

This condo is fabulous! I’m very particular about where I stay and this one was perfect. It is immaculate. Beautifully decorated and the view is amazing. This is the only property I plan to stay at when visiting Orange Beach. Great job Paul and Carrie!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Family Vacation

I recently came across this property by pure luck and and I’m glad I did! The renting, check in and communication with the owners were outstanding. Definitely 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

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

Beautiful Beach Vacation

This property was amazing! The pictures don’t do this property justice. The owners went above and beyond to make sure our stay was exceptional. Paul and Carrie shared their favorite places to eat and shop which made it easier on us. The beach was clean and not very crowded and the weather could it have been better! We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

best vacation ever

very well kept and managed
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Morning beach vibes

A nice property, well maintained. Beautiful beach views every morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Excellent Experience

Unit is clean, well maintained, aesthetically pleasing with fully stocked kitchen, fabulous location for beach and local shopping and restaurants. Owners provided top notch communication throughout the booking and rental experience. All property staff encountered were polite and friendly. This was a wonderful experience for a gathering of friends and family with a vast age range.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Paul and Carrie Hicks

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We are Paul and Carrie. We purchased our dream Penthouse condo for our family and quickly named her Sugarfoot Escape. Sugarfoot Escape is brand new on the market. We replaced the flooring, repaired walls, trim, and painted everything. We then were able to get some great furniture and decor. Since we like to cook, we updated the kitchen to what we want as our second home...appliances a chef can use. We chose KitchenAid appliances and installed a commercial ice machine. The cookware and utensils needed updates, so we got rid of most everything and outfitted it for how we live our weeks/months in Sugarfoot Escape as a family.

Why they chose this property

Our family loves the beach and salt water activities. It has always been a dream to own a family get away, aka "Escape". We loved the private large patio of this top floor condominium and we knew that Summer House was in our future! We wanted our second home to have the high quality creature comforts like our primary home so we have spent almost 2 months on renovations and updates. We would like to share our home with guests who appreciate nice things and will treat our home with a guest mindset vs a "renter".

What makes this property unique

We have paid careful attention to ensuring we have the resources to handle our family when we show up. For instance, normal 2 bath units in Orange Beach have a 30 gallon tank hot water heater. Taking the second or third shower typically is not a "hot" experience. We have installed an on demand tankless water heater that can handle all our family taking back to back showers get ready to head out for dinner! This is a subtle but key feature.

We also care about humidity in our home and have installed a dehumidifier into our plumbing infrastructure. Our goal is two fold, it enhances the comfortable feel in our home as well as it helps on the war against moist organisms and corrosion.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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