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Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 14 213.7 sq m
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Gulf Shores, AL
- Gulf Shores Beach5 min walk
- Hangout Music Fest4 min drive
- Gulf Shores Golf Club9 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bunk room (2nd floor)
2 Single Bunk Beds
King bedroom (1st floor)
1 King Bed
King bedroom (2nd floor)
1 King Bed
Living room couch (1st floor)
1 Queen Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom (2nd floor)
1 King Bed
Singles room (1st floor)
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Hallway bathroom (1st floor)
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Hallway bathroom (2nd floor)
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Master bathroom (2nd floor)
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8
You will absolutely love staying at Blue Parrot #8, which is right on the beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Blue Parrot #8 appeared on the TV show "Island Life" (Season 4 Episode 9). This beautiful spacious gulf front 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home sleeps 14 and is complete with everything you need to have a perfect beach vacation. The shared beach front swimming pool with comfortable lounge chairs is perfect for relaxing and playing (pool heater gas charge is $60/day extra). The two beautiful large decks provide uninterrupted breathtaking Gulf views of the sparkling waters and serene sugar white sand. The first level of the home offers a spacious and fully equipped kitchen. The lovely dining table seats ten and a cozy breakfast bar seats four to five. The large and open living area provides spectacular Gulf front views. (From the pool view, the unit is the left side of the duplex.)
As of January 2025, all furniture in the home is new except for the kitchen table. Also, all bathrooms have gone through full or partial renovations (new countertops, mirrors, faucets and light fixtures). [The exterior was painted from yellow to light blue. The video still needs to be updated.]
The main level of the home features 2 bedrooms, a full bath, a kitchen, a dining area and a living room. The first bedroom on the main level has a king size bed and the second bedroom on the main level is just off of the kitchen area and has two single beds. The 2 bedrooms on the main floor share a bathroom that is accessible from the hallway. The second level of the home features 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king size bed, a private bath and a private gulf front deck. The middle bedroom has 2 bunk beds and the north bedroom has a king size bed and they share a full size bathroom between these two rooms. The layout and design of Blue Parrot #8 are perfect for comfort, privacy and entertaining. Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, only 1.8 miles from Highway 59, Blue Parrot #8 is a perfect beach house with all of the comforts and luxuries of home.
For technology lovers, the home has internet download speeds up to 1 GB and all 6 televisions are HD TVs each with YouTube TV provided and access to Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, etc.
The unit comes with bed linens (pillow cases, sheets and blankets) and bathroom linens (bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, and bath mats). Beach towels are not provided. One roll of toilet paper is provided per bathroom. Wash cloths, dish towels, a roll of paper towels, a packet of dish washing detergent and a small bottle of dish washing liquid are provided for the kitchen.
The unit also has a very large ground level storage room we call the "Toy Closet" (see picture). It is stocked with beach chairs, beach umbrellas, boogie boards, beach toys and pool toys for use by guests. This gives you more space in your vehicle during travel since you do not have to bring these items with you. You can also use this room to store your own things so you don't have to carry them inside the living space.
The AC does not have a min/max block so you can cool the unit to your desired temperature.
We look forward to hearing from you so we can help you have the greatest beach vacation ever!
As of January 2025, all furniture in the home is new except for the kitchen table. Also, all bathrooms have gone through full or partial renovations (new countertops, mirrors, faucets and light fixtures). [The exterior was painted from yellow to light blue. The video still needs to be updated.]
The main level of the home features 2 bedrooms, a full bath, a kitchen, a dining area and a living room. The first bedroom on the main level has a king size bed and the second bedroom on the main level is just off of the kitchen area and has two single beds. The 2 bedrooms on the main floor share a bathroom that is accessible from the hallway. The second level of the home features 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king size bed, a private bath and a private gulf front deck. The middle bedroom has 2 bunk beds and the north bedroom has a king size bed and they share a full size bathroom between these two rooms. The layout and design of Blue Parrot #8 are perfect for comfort, privacy and entertaining. Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, only 1.8 miles from Highway 59, Blue Parrot #8 is a perfect beach house with all of the comforts and luxuries of home.
For technology lovers, the home has internet download speeds up to 1 GB and all 6 televisions are HD TVs each with YouTube TV provided and access to Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, etc.
The unit comes with bed linens (pillow cases, sheets and blankets) and bathroom linens (bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, and bath mats). Beach towels are not provided. One roll of toilet paper is provided per bathroom. Wash cloths, dish towels, a roll of paper towels, a packet of dish washing detergent and a small bottle of dish washing liquid are provided for the kitchen.
The unit also has a very large ground level storage room we call the "Toy Closet" (see picture). It is stocked with beach chairs, beach umbrellas, boogie boards, beach toys and pool toys for use by guests. This gives you more space in your vehicle during travel since you do not have to bring these items with you. You can also use this room to store your own things so you don't have to carry them inside the living space.
The AC does not have a min/max block so you can cool the unit to your desired temperature.
We look forward to hearing from you so we can help you have the greatest beach vacation ever!
Property manager
Alex and Susan Croxton
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
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Dryer
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider The Park at OWA, or check out an event or a game at Orange Beach Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Gulf Shores, AL
What's nearby
- Gulf Shores Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Hangout Music Fest - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Gulf State Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
- Waterville USA - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Gulf Shores Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
Restaurants
- The Hangout - 4 min drive
- Sunliner Diner - 4 min drive
- Pink Pony Pub - 5 min drive
- DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen
- Gulf Island Grill - 4 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alexa T.
21 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families!
Alexa T.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth M.
2 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly beach house
Elizabeth M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica B.
28 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break
Jessica B.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carol B.
12 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week of fun, sun and family
Carol B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Larry D.
5 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Larry D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Blake L.
23 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Blake L.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly F.
13 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Family vacay 2024
Kimberly F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brad S.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, Location, Location
Brad S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Lisa K.
19 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Family Vacay in 10
Lisa K.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barbara T.
11 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blissful Beach Home
Barbara T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Leya P.
28 October 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only one complaint
Leya P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lorene R.
3 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family choice for ocean and pool and convenience
Lorene R.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anita L.
25 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seattle WA & Missouri trip to Alabama
Anita L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
James B.
12 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay with incredible view
James B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ray O.
10 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Rental
Ray O.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura K.
14 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Laura K.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Luis H.
1 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing beachfront property!
Luis H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paula G.
24 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Paula G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shelly M.
16 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the week! Easy access to beach and shopping. Great house for a large group.
Shelly M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Diane L.
8 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation property
Diane L.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
APRIL V.
28 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very great place to stay! Very accommodating for all ages!
APRIL V.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dana J.
25 May 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Dana J.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sarah P.
26 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Sarah P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
About the host
Hosted by Alex and Susan Croxton

We have been married for 35 years and we love the beach. We stay in our unit frequently so we know all the details and make sure everything is in great working condition.
Why they chose this property
We bought this property because of how spacious it is, it is on the beach and it has amazing beach and ocean views.
What makes this property unique
We offer a toy closet that is stocked with beach chairs, toys, etc. This means you do not have to purchase these items or bring them with you.
Languages:
English
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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