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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Living area
Bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
12 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 36650.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

12 bedrooms (sleeps 36)

Bottom Floor East Beachview King + Daybed & Trundle

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bottom Floor East Pool/Lagoon View King

1 King Bed

Bottom Floor West Beachview King + Daybed & Trundle

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bottom Floor West Lagoon/Pool View King +Daybed

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Middle Floor East Lagoon/Pool View King

1 King Bed

Middle Floor West Pool/Lagoon View King + Daybed

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Top Floor East Beachview Queen + Daybed and Trundle

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Top Floor East Pool/Lagoon King

1 King Bed

Top Floor Middle Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Top Floor West Beachview King + Daybed & Trundle

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Top Floor West Middle Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Top Floor West Pool/Lagoon King + Daybed

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

West Family Room

1 Double Bed

10 bathrooms

Bottom Floor East

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bottom Floor East Poolside King

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bottom Floor West

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bottom Floor West Poolside King

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Middle Floor East King Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Middle Floor West King Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Top Floor East Beachview Middle and Beach Queen Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Top Floor East Pool/Lagoon View King Private Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Top Floor West Beachfront King and Middle Queen Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Top Floor West Pool/Lagoon View King Private Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Big Living Areas, Heated Pool, Elevator 'Dream Big'! FREE Golf & Activities

Dream Big is a great house/combined duplex for a gathering or retreat. Right across from the beach, with a private pool & elevator. We've renovated the main level so it has one really living room and one big dining room instead of two smaller ones. We think this will work beautifully for our guests! We know how hard it is to find big gathering spaces.

Plus you'll have FREE Golf and Activities every day of your stay to make it even better (value of up to $700/day).

It rents as a whole and has connecting doors on two floors with a total of 12 bedrooms, 10 full baths and lots of room to spread out over 3 floors and 7000 sq feet. The kitchens offer 2 refrigerators, 4 dishwashers, 2 ranges, 2 undercounter ice machines, and there are 4 sets of washers and dryers.

Nice combination of larger common spaces for togetherness, and lots of private bedrooms with porches. The first floor has a family room on each side with a large tv/dvd, games, etc so the kids have a place to call their own.

You'll enjoy an 18'x36' large private pool that can be heated from October to May for $60 per day and outdoor gathering space with grills and seating for outdoor dining. The pool area is complete with lots of lounge chairs, tables for outdoor dining, and a grill. There are also beach chairs for your use.

Located in family-friendly West Beach, 2.3 miles west of Hwy 59. Away from condos & crowds, still quite close to restaurants, shops & attractions.

We accept reservations UP TO 51 WEEKS before arrival. If the corresponding week this year has not passed, we cannot yet accept your reservation. This year's guests have an opportunity to rebook at the end of their stay.

Sorry! NO COLLEGE GROUPS. We welcome teams, church groups, faculty-sponsered groups. Please note we are unable to rent to unchaperoned college groups or groups under the age of 25. Maximum of 30 adults. Hangout Festival there is a $1000 refundable security deposit.

The first floor has 2 King bedrooms overlooking the pool (1 also has a daybed), plus 2 that have a King plus a Daybed and Trundle (2 twins) facing the beach, and two family rooms, one with a Queen Sleeper.

The middle floor has a large living room, a large dining room, plenty of kitchen space and 2 King Bedrooms one with a Daybed overlooking the pool.

The top floor has 2 King bedrooms overlooking the pool (1 with a daybed), 2 Queen bedrooms in the middle, and facing the beach, a King Bedroom with Daybed and Trundle (2 Twins) and a Queen Bedroom with Daybed and Trundle (2Twins).

Property manager

Our Team at Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc
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Amenities

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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

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Important information

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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 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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's 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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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gulf State Park - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Waterville USA - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 72 min drive

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 Big Living Areas, Heated Pool, Elevator 'Dream Big'! FREE Golf & Activities have a pool?

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

Is Big Living Areas, Heated Pool, Elevator 'Dream Big'! FREE Golf & Activities pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Living Areas, Heated Pool, Elevator 'Dream Big'! FREE Golf & Activities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Living Areas, Heated Pool, Elevator 'Dream Big'! FREE Golf & Activities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Living Areas, Heated Pool, Elevator 'Dream Big'! FREE Golf & Activities located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 149 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience
This place is absolutely amazing - we had our college softball team there for three days and it was very spacious, clean and close to everything we needed ! Large groups this place is highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream Big
Such a nice, cozy home! Also, great customer service and perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AWESOME BEAUTIFUL HOME
Everything was just like the listing said!! The house was Beautiful, clean and had all of the cooking items you would need to cook anything and everything!!! The elevator was a plus and the views of the ocean were just AMAZING!!! I can’t wait to book again!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable
The house was perfect for our writing retreat. Comfortable and very accommodating. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Get Away
This was the perfect place for our family to spend our Fall break. Such a beautiful property! We loved the close beach, enjoyed nearby Fort Morgan, and spent a day on our e-bikes on the trails of Gulf State Park. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Family Time Christmas
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have a wonderful time in this home. Plenty of room for children to roam and play and still have a place where adults could visit without interruption. We paid for the pool to be heated and it was cold so we missed a day of swimming before the pool people came. We had 27 people from 6 months old to 80 years old. Everyone agreed that would like to repeat the adventure.

10/10 Excellent

Lynn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect For Large Family Get Away
I can’t say enough about stay at Dream Big! Perfect location at the
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
Great location in Gulf Shores. If you have young or young at heart and would like to play hide and seek in a home. This is the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Heidi H.

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Under construction and unsafe for my family
I booked this property in March of 2024 for our family of 35 to stay for the week of Thanksgiving 2024. When we checked in to the property we did a double take as the property had a 60 ft boomlift/ piles of siding and a portapotty out side. With in the first 24 hours at this property we had maintenance out 3 times. Loose railings, faucets, falling off of walls, mold, coming through air vents balconies that were inaccessible because they didn’t have railings nails and screws all through the parking area. I will be reaching out to the property management because my family wants explanations as to how they put us in this property if it was under construction with small children in our group.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tianna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely Recommend
The place is very spacious and beautiful. My family raved about the balconies and other amenities available. We enjoyed homecooked meals made in the the fully loaded kitchens and on the grill. Everyone had their own space for privacy but the entertainment spaces made it easy to eat and enjoy as a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karyn Y., Cherry valley il

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th birthday celebration
This house was absolutely amazing. We had 24 people of all ages and everything about this house was perfect! The elevator was nice to have for the older folks that couldn’t take the stairs. The pool was nice and warm and clean. We all Loved it and will return again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrance K., Chesterfield, Mo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun
We had a great time at Dream Big. The house is well stocked in the kitchen, pool area and beach supplies. One suggestion is to have kitchen and bathroom fixtures repaired!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Remetta D J.

Framily Fun Days
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great
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10/10 Excellent

Trish E.

Dream Big
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: There were 22 of us we we had plenty of room. It is a wonderful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Awesome property! Everything was perfect. The only complaint we had was the mosquitoes around the property. Definitely need citronella candles around the pool at night. Not sure what else can be done because of the time of year and the foliage around the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

douglas C.

Beach south volleyball
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was a great setup for us and what we needed. Only thing to make it any better would be adding a jacuzzi. ?? Hope to be back

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for a large group!
We had such a great stay at Dream Big House! Beautiful and clean house. Came with a softball team and the girls loved hanging by the heated pool and in the big open living spaces too. Kitchens were well stocked with everything we needed to cook with while there. A/C was out on one side of the house when we arrived and issue was fixed and handled very quickly. Easy to get in touch with those in charge. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip E., Abilene,

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion. Dream Big
The Dream Big was wonderful for our family of 37. We had 30 sleeping at the house. Of our 30, 12 were under 12 years old. The arrangement of the house gave us room without feeling crowded. It was amazing, noise level was good, pool was excellent, beds were comfortable for all! Would highly recommend for large groups. 5 stars
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S., Lima. Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream Big
Very nice. House was kind of confusing at first. But have everyone their own privacy. Everyone liked it. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Great Place!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have a huge family and this house let everyone have their own space yet still be together. It was in a great location and any problems we had, were almost immediately dealt with. The only negative were the dryers - they would not get clothes or towels dry unless ran 4-6 times. We would love to go back!
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah C., Portland, MI

Beautiful Home
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We found the home just as described, plenty of room for everyone and a nice size pool.Gulf Shores Rentals was great about answering questions and the app for the home/trip was awesome. I would definitely recommend working with them if you are planning a vacation in the area.
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Dream BIG was amazing!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We came down to the State Track Meet and had to house 25+ kids. {Plus Coaches}. We saved a ton of money renting this house rather than renting individual hotel rooms. The house is amazing! Very spacious. Very open and plenty of room for everyone to spread out and have a great time!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dream Big
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a family reunion at Dream Big in Gulf Shores in July. Ages ranged from 6 mo the to 69 years. The house was awesome and accommodated our group nicely. People found many things to do and having our own pool was great. Everyone had fun and we would recommend Dream Big to anyone who needed a large facility.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S., Overland Park, KS

Wonderful home with great Managers
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Dream Big fit our spring break needs very well. We had 34 in the house and had plenty of room. The beds were comfortable, the house was well decorated and the kitchen was well supplied. The property managers were wonderful, helpful and easy to communicate with. We thank them for all their understanding when we had to leave early.

10/10 Excellent

Carl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
"Dreaming Big Pays Off"
Great Family vacation that included a total of 16 participants, three of which were eight or under. Great and easy beach access. Beautiful well kept pool. House included an elevator which was great for unloading and loading. Great open area for gathering and eating. All rooms had balconies with either bay or ocean views. Very close to entertainment and restaurant venues. Only two minor opportunities... improve the drainage for 3rd floor bathrooms...sinks are a little slow and it's probably time to upgrade the outdoor furniture (love those Adirondack chairs hint, hint).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Our Team at Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc

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Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals is a small family-owned business specializing in large beach houses. We own Dream Big and several other homes here. We also manage other family-friendly vacation homes, primarily in the West Beach area of Gulf Shores. These are all homes that we are in weekly so you are either renting from the owner, or one step away from the owner.

We appreciate you considering a stay with us.
Susan & Geoff Gaberino, Owners, Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc.

Why they chose this property

We bought this bit of sand with a beachview with a dream of building a place where big extended families like ours could get everyone together. We didn't know at the time that life would lead to our living in Gulf Shores where we now manage our vacation rental homes and those of a number of our neighbors and friends.
We had our duplex When Pigs Fly which is just a few hundred feet from the lot on which we built Dream Big. We love this stretch of family-friendly West Beach where we are just a couple of miles from restaurants & shops, but in an area with just 4 rows of homes between the Gulf on the South, and Little Lagoon on the North.

What makes this property unique

Owning When Pigs Fly, and based on our own growing family which at that time was 18 (grandparents, parents, children), we knew it was hard to find a place where everyone could gather. We could have our family on one side, and the cousins on the other side. We put in the things we like or needed for our family--spaces for the kids, bedrooms that worked for parents with small children, a big pool area, grills, etc.

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