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NEW with SB availability! Charming 4-bdrm home w/ private pool, 1-block to beach

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Aerial view of backyard featuring pool with sunbathing ledge & built-in benches
Living room with sectional couch (queen size sleeper), lounge chairs, & smart TV
Dining room with seating for 12. Open concept living into living room
Game room with card table and bar. Sliding door opens to covered patio
Bedroom 1, King ensuite. Features patio slider, blackout curtains & smart TV
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Waterville USA
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1, King Ensuite

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2, Queen Ensuite

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1, Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2, Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

NEW with SB availability! Charming 4-bdrm home w/ private pool, 1-block to beach

Looking for a relaxing beach vacation? Step inside the Crystal Cottage and melt your cares away! Located in serene West Beach, this charming home gives you the privacy you want, yet the close proximity to all Gulf Shores has to offer!

** PRIVATE single-family home - no shared pool or walls!
** Full-size pool and privacy fence
** One block to the white sandy beaches of the Gulf
** 4 bedrooms (2 primary suites), sleeps 14
** 3 full bathrooms, luxury toiletries provided
** Walk to The Beach House, S&S Seafood Market, Waves Grocery, and Island Ice Cream

You’ll love the easy living at Crystal Cottage, a spacious home situated in the West Beach area of Gulf Shores, just ONE BLOCK from beach access, and 2-miles from the popular HangOut music and entertainment venue. You will instantly slip into vacation mode as you drive past the high rise buildings and enter the tranquility of Lagoon Drive and the West Beach area. Redesigned from top to bottom, this family-friendly home sleeps 14 and offers an array of indoor/outdoor amenities.

Featured OUTDOOR Amenities
- Full-sized private pool with sunbathing ledge and built-in benches
- Stocked guest closet - beach wagon, chairs, umbrella, pool floats, beach towels
- Beautiful views of both the Gulf and Lagoon from top observation deck
- Multiple outdoor seating areas - 2 dining tables, covered patio lounge seating, pool loungers
- Outdoor shower
- Yard activities - bags, bocce ball, golf chipping game
- Large U-Shaped driveway, parking for up to 6 cars

Featured INDOOR Amenities
- All new furnishings 2025
- Fully stocked kitchen including coffee bar and kids dishware
- Large dining table seats 12
- Family friendly! Child gates, pack n play with sheets, kids books and activities
- Bar and card game/puzzle room
- Separate den providing additional living space, as well as a workstation
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the house and smart TVs in almost every room

The PERFECT Location
We are conveniently located in West Beach - known for its laid back atmosphere and low density beaches. Grab the provided beach wagon, chairs, and umbrella and take a 4 min walk to the crystal-clear waters and sugar-white sands. Head 10 min the other way to Little Lagoon Pass Park, complete with a wide walking path, fishing piers, and shallow sand bars.

Need some food or drinks? We are a 10-minute walk from some local favorites!
** THE BEACH HOUSE ** features a variety of Gulf seafood, quality American cuisine and carefully crafted cocktails. Great happy hour specials!
** S&S SEAFOOD MARKET ** offers fresh, local seafood. Take it home raw, cooked your way to go, or try one of their specialties - smoked tuna dip is a fan favorite!
** ISLAND ICE CREAM ** showcases mason jar sundaes, milkshakes, shaved ice, and over 40 flavor options of ice cream. The best place for ice cream on the island!
** WAVES ** offers a one-stop shop for any last minute items you may need - beach gear, fishing bait, ice, adult beverages, snacks and grocery essentials. Waves has got you covered!

Full grocery store options include Rouses Market (3.5 miles) and Walmart Supercenter (3.6 miles). We are also a short drive from the Gulf Shores Sports Complex if that's what brings you to town.

Ask us about our guest book for some more of our local favorites!

Looking for a detailed home walkthrough? Ask us! This home was redesigned from top to bottom in 2025 with thoughtful indoor and outdoor amenities. We are happy to provide additional details prior to your booking and/or visit!

Property manager

Chris and Katie Wietlispach

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores is home to this holiday home. 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 and Shrimpy's Mini Golf.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Gulf State Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does NEW with SB availability! Charming 4-bdrm home w/ private pool, 1-block to beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is NEW with SB availability! Charming 4-bdrm home w/ private pool, 1-block to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at NEW with SB availability! Charming 4-bdrm home w/ private pool, 1-block to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW with SB availability! Charming 4-bdrm home w/ private pool, 1-block to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is NEW with SB availability! Charming 4-bdrm home w/ private pool, 1-block to beach located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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About the host

Hosted by Chris and Katie Wietlispach

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English