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Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor Pool, Kiddie Pool, Dock & $400 FREE Activities Daily

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Pool
Living area
Outdoor dining
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Waterville USA
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Living Area

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sunroom

2 Single Beds

Third Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Primary Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor Pool, Kiddie Pool, Dock & $400 FREE Activities Daily

iTrip Vacations Beaches of Alabama proudly offers WORRY FREE BOOKING!

Worry-Free Booking means GO AHEAD & BOOK TODAY - NO WORRIES if you need to cancel! At any time until a week before your stay, you can cancel your booking and WE WILL GIVE YOU 100% OF THE DEPOSIT BACK! Nope, we won't even keep the processing fee! Pinky promise!

$400 in FREE Activities per day ~ See details below!


Faxo's Retreat is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home located just a block from the Gulf of Mexico on a large Little Lagoon front lot. Approximately 1.3 miles west of Hwy. 59. Private pool (not heated) and kiddie pool overlooking Little Lagoon.

PET FRIENDLY-two dogs 35 lbs or less will be allowed in this unit. If you are bringing a pet please let us know and there will be a $150/per dog, non-refundable pet fee added to your stay. If any additional cleaning is needed, this will be billed to your credit card.

• Enjoy your morning coffee or relax on the large lagoon-side balcony for the sunset. There is even a covered patio underneath the home for those steamy summer evenings.

• The kitchen is fully equipped kitchen with everything that you need in your home away from home with granite counters and stainless appliances. The dining room table seats six and there are four bar stools for additional seating.

• The living area has a large comfy sectional that pulls out into a sofa sleeper

• The primary bedroom has a king-size bed and balcony access

• The first guest room has a king-size bed and balcony access

• The second guest room features two sets of twin-size bunk beds. *Children six years or younger should not be permitted on the top bunk.

• The bonus room has two twin-size day beds with plenty of natural lighting, balcony access, and a beautiful view of Little Lagoon.

• No waiting in long lines for check-in or check-out with keyless entry!

• Minimum age to rent is 25

***ROOM UNDERNEATH HOUSE IS NOT ACCESSIBLE***

You will need to provide your own propane for the bbq grill.

Come relax for a while, you'll never want to leave!
*NON SMOKING
*MINIMUM AGE TO RENT IS 25
*MUST CALL FOR MONTHLY AVAILABILITY

*THIS PROPERTY IS MANAGED BY ITRIP VACATIONS ALABAMA BEACHES

$400 FREE Activities Daily-Guests will receive one complimentary admission to our select activities per day. You can go to every one of these activities every day, and one person will be free per day. Additional guests will pay full price. Admissions are non-cumulative and non-transferable. Unused admissions expire daily.

So yes, you may choose to go fishing in the morning (one person is free), then golf at lunch (one person is free), and then go to the zoo that afternoon (one person is free). Or you may choose to go to the zoo in the morning with the kids (one person is free), and your husband can play golf (one person is free) and then meet that afternoon to go on the dolphin cruise (one person is free.) You may do some or all of these select activities every day, and one of your parties is free every day.

These activities are yours to use if you choose to do so at no additional cost or obligation.

*Does not apply to monthly reservations, and some activities are seasonal
Due to recent incidents of credit card fraud, we have implemented additional security measures to protect our guests and ensure a smooth check-in process.

If you are booking a reservation to arrive within the next 48 hours, we kindly request that you provide us with a copy of your ID and credit card. The name on these documents must match the name on the reservation. We must receive these documents by the close of business on the day that you booked your reservation.

Property manager

itripVacations Beaches of Alabama
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
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

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 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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gulf State Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor Pool, Kiddie Pool, Dock & $400 FREE Activities Daily have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor Pool, Kiddie Pool, Dock & $400 FREE Activities Daily pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor Pool, Kiddie Pool, Dock & $400 FREE Activities Daily?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor Pool, Kiddie Pool, Dock & $400 FREE Activities Daily?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor Pool, Kiddie Pool, Dock & $400 FREE Activities Daily located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Pam H.

Fishing from dock

My family had a great time fishing from the dock-caught lots of fish & 2 sting rays! The place was roomy & comfortable. Wish the heat on the pool was working, since the pool water can be cold in springtime. We also did the Dolphin Sunset Cruise with Cetacean Cruises through the discounted activities offered. It was great! We saw dolphins throughout the cruise, so many we couldn’t keep up with the count! And we saw an eagle!

4/10 Poor

Margie S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

FAXO's Resort

We loved the location and all the attractions in the area. Very peaceful, great neighbors, and pet friendly, which was great. The cleaning lady does a very good job with what she has to work with BUT.... The pictures on the VRBO site are very outdated. We had a lot of issues:The carpeting in the bedrooms is disgusting. Stained and has chunks of something in it. Forget cleaning it - tear it out and put something pet-friendly in.The TV in the bedroom doesn't work. There were no batteries in the remotes and one remote didn't have a back to hold the batteries in place.The oven didn't work. We brought pizza's and had to leave them in the freezer when we left. The pool area was not at all what was shown in the pictures - very outdated and not cleaned. I swept the driveway, the patio area, and the steps. The shower in the master bath doesn't drain. The water accumulates around your feet.The hot water is unpredictable while showering - it gets real hot all of a sudden.The toilet in the master sounds like it is trying to fill all the time. Annoying at night. The washing machine stinks really bad - I cleaned around the rubber seal and pulled so much black mold and mildew out.The curtains in the bedrooms need to be cleaned - they are dirty and water stained. We had two dead roaches in one of the top bunk beds.Needless to say, we will not be a repeat customer.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon O.

Faxo's Retreat

We had a wonderful week here at Faxo's Retreat! We loved the that the back yard was fenced for our fur babies! The house was very nice for it's age. And its so peaceful. We sat on the deck and watched the sunset over the lagoon most nights. Beautiful!!! We will definitely stay there again.

6/10 Okay

Michelle M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

JUST OK

Interior was clean enough but the entire place (both interior and exterior) could use some major TLC.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Troyce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Disappointed

We’ve stayed here three separate times. Had a problem with air conditioning being set by the realtor. Maintenance came out twice. Never added Freon. It never cooled to a point that we were satisfied or comfortable. This will be the last time we stay at this particular beach house. Also, it did not seem that the pool was cleaned on the outside. We saw rats around the pool as well as roaches. Very disappointing. As this has never happened to us before at that particular location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Relaxing

I had a wonderful relaxing time! So Peaceful at Faxo’s!

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

May trip

Beautiful property, great neighborhood, peaceful and quiet, yet conveniently located to everything in Gulf Shores. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

Kris G.

Faxo Stay

The house was clean and comfortable great view of little lagoon. The outside however needs some TLC there was a lot of trash on the grounds from previous guests and old pool floats. The landscape also needs some work not very appealing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Brittany U.

Liked: Communication, location

Good and Bad

The good: Amazing views, the pool was clean, the house was in a good location, the communication to and from the management company was good. Tbe bad: We were underwhelmed in many ways. We asked about a pool heater on booking and got no answer, then asked again and it wasn’t an option. The water went off during our stay unexpectedly. The king beds were not comfortable, the mattresses dipped. The house is cluttered and needs some updates. The floors are all different levels which is a tripping hazard for kiddos. Usually with the properties we stay at there are some amenities and toiletries but we had to get everything. Overall, I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff D.

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

Would be 5 but its close

The house is amazing, very clean, roomy, nice bright feel. The views are also amazing! I have 2 complaints. No outdoor furniture besides a cheap plastic chair. You come to the beach to be outside, so it would seem necessary that you need outdoor living furniture! My second complaint is there are no blankets in this ehile house. There are plenty of sheets and pillows, but not one bed, or closet, has an actual blanket. Other than those 2 things, the house was perfect. Everything worked as it should and it was super clean. I would definitely stay here again but i hope they update the bedding!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sonya C.

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

Faxo’s Retreat

Amazing location. Close to beach, restaurants, grocery stores and shopping. The view from this property is spectacular. The house is spacious and comfortable. Needs a little TLC, but overall it is a very nice property. We had a few issues at check in but the property management was excellent and responded very quickly to resolve our issues. Can’t say enough good things about property management. Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. Sunsets from the pier are breathtaking. I would book this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

Summer vacay close to everything-privacy

Loved location. My 78 year old mom came with us. She had porch/breezeway to sit under. Was able to visit with us but still stay cool. We loved having a private pool and could look out at water/lagoon. Small gro store for quick pick ups near us and a big gro store less than 2 miles away—so close to beach too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Great experience at Faxo's Retreat

Great rental for the price. Super clean, lots of space, amazing views outside the back deck and backyard is amazing.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo W.

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

Location

This home sits on the Little Lagoon and has a dock where we saw sting rays swimming. The grandchildren loved it. It was nice having a lake, pool and the beach close by.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troyce B.

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

Grandmother and grandfather takings kids on summer trip

We have stayed here a couple of times and absolutely love it. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn K.

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

Relaxing environment

The location was great, slightly of the beaten path yet within walking distance to food, shopping and the beach. We enjoyed the covered back porch and the pool is larger than most. The setting was beautiful overlooking the lake. The cleaning crew could have done a better job, there was broken glass outside under the porch swings and the pool was dirty upon arrival, however the pool cleaners arrived the next day without request. Overall very happy with our stay and we would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

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

Great house and location!

The house has a great location. Pretty view of the lagoon and easy walk to the beach. Awesome lay out of the house. Still some storm damage on the outside and pool but nothing major. We had a great stay while we were there!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

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

Gulf Shores

Other than the weather, we had a great time. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry E., Hueytown,USA

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

Peaceful

Nice home and area. The housekeeping was not that good and the couch in the living area needs thrown out. Overall we enjoyed the place and had a very nice time. The bed was comfortable and the view is very nice and the area is peaceful. I would stay again but might take a mop with me.
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

carrie b., Kentucky

Awesome!

We loved our stay! The house was clean and well stocked. Very close to beach. The pool was great. My Grand daughter loved the kiddie pool. The pier was great fishing. The fenced in yard was great for our pup. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dreama C., Newark, Ohio

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

Ohio to Alabama

All in all we had a good vacation. Loved the pool and the atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodi P.

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

Love Faxo's!

Our family loved staying at Faxo's! The view is absolutely beautiful. The private pool is so nice. Beds were comfortable and the kitchen was nice size for cooking. Only downside is hot water does not last long so quick showers are a must. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip W.

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

Paradise

Beautiful home in a great location. Fishing was outstanding off the dock. We will be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Patricia N.

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

Don’t rent any property from this company. Don’t trust the pictures! The worst rental experience.

This house had several maintenance issues that the management company was unwilling to fix for us. This included the hot water in the house going out. The management company did not have a care in the world about the quality of their listing but only wanted the renter’s money. This house was not worth the price at all. We left two nights early after spending countless hours on the phone with the rental company about the issues. We were only partially refunded after mentioning a lawsuit. The house looks nothing like the photos. The pool was green when we got there and the hot tub was cold. You would be making a mistake renting this house or any property managed by this company.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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