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Gulf Shores, AL, United States
Beachfront Condo
Step onto your balcony and the pool is right below, with the Gulf just past the dunes. This 2nd-floor beachfront condo at Fort Morgan's only high-rise resort sleeps 4 in two private suites, plus a half bath so everyone gets ready at once. Watch the kids swim from the balcony, skip the elevator line, and be on the sand in minutes. Rated 4.91 by 121 guests, a Guest Favorite, with a host who answers in minutes.
Good to know
WHY THE 2ND FLOOR Most units here are high up. Ours sits just above the Avalon tower pool, close enough to see and call down to your family in the water, and a quick walk down the stairs when the elevators are busy. Guests tell us it's the detail they didn't know they wanted. THE LAYOUT (1,144 sq ft) • Living room: Roomy seating with ocean views, 50" HDTV with cable and Roku, sliding doors to the balcony. • Dining: Seats the group, with Gulf views from the table. • Kitchen: Updated with quartz counters and stainless appliances. Fully stocked with pots, pans, baking sheets, mixing bowls, storage containers, a blender, toaster, rice maker, Instant Pot, coffee grinder, drip coffee maker and wine glasses. • Primary suite: King bed, blackout curtains, and sliding doors straight to the balcony. En suite bath with double sinks, a whirlpool tub with handheld sprayer, and a window that still shows the beach. • Queen suite: Queen bed, its own TV with cable, and a private en suite bath with a tub/shower and quartz counters. • Half bath: Centrally located across from the kitchen, so no one waits. • Laundry: Free in-unit washer and dryer, plus a drying rack for swimsuits. • Balcony: Private, overlooking the pool and Gulf, with a dining table, glider bench and electric grill. Most guests eat breakfast out here every morning. WHAT WE PROVIDE • Bed linens, plus bath, hand and washcloths for each bathroom • Starter supplies: coffee for one full pot, a roll of paper towels, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, 2 kitchen trash bags, dishwasher detergent and laundry detergent • Two beach chairs and an umbrella in the condo • Crib, pack 'n play, kids' dinnerware, books, toys and board games • Resort-wide Wi-Fi, plus an ethernet connection PLEASE BRING • Beach towels • Extra coffee, paper goods and groceries for longer stays (see grocery tips below) WHO IT'S PERFECT FOR • Families with kids who want the pool in sight from the balcony • Two couples who each want their own suite and bathroom • Anyone who'd rather take the stairs than wait on an elevator • Guests who want a quiet beach instead of the Gulf Shores crowds Sleeps 4 maximum, to keep the condo comfortable and in great shape.
House Rules
House Rules Our goal is to ensure you have a 5-star stay and choose to book with us again in the future. Please be respectful to the home and those around you. ***Please make sure to read all the House Rules all the way to the bottom before booking or requesting to book. Booking of this property is agreement to these rules and any penalties or fees outlined below.*** HOUSE RULES: Must be at least 25 years old and on-premise during the rental period. Check In is anytime after 4 PM • We cannot offer early check-ins or late departures. This is to allow our cleaning crew ample time to thoroughly clean before and after your stay. Check Out is at 10 AM • Our cleaners need time to turn over the property before the next guests arrive. Please respect their time and vacate the property by 10am. Late check out will incur additional fees of $50/hour. Number of Guests • Ensure your total number of guests matches that on your booking. WThe home can accommodate up to 5 people MAX. NO PARTIES! No Weapons, Drugs, Loud Music, Smoking or Pets • Please respect the safety and well-being of those around you while staying at our property. Anyone found in violation will be escorted off property by security immediately, without refund. Be respectful of others and keep noise to a minimum after 10PM. • Absolutely NO PETS. • Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the condo, on the balcony, or near the pool. If you are a smoker, this condo is not for you. Personal Belongings • Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise. Items left behind after check out are not the responsibility of the homeowner. Furnishings & Care • Keep the property and all furnishings in good order. Removing any items from the condo including living and kitchen furnishings is not permitted. Please do not rearrange or move indoor furniture outside. • No glitter or dye of any kind in the condo. Any damaged linens or extra cleaning will be charged to the guest. • Please enjoy your meals in the kitchen and dining area only. No food or drinks on the sofa or in bedrooms. • Make sure shower curtain liner is INSIDE the tub and completely CLOSED when showering. • Candles or open flame of any kind is prohibited. Parking • Parking passes are provided for up to two vehicles at the check-in gate. Parking is available immediately behind each tower. Do not park in Owner-designated parking spots or you may be ticketed. There is a covered unloading zone for check-in and check-out. Stairs/Steps • Be careful of stairs and steps on the property. You are responsible for your own safety. Damages • Please message us immediately with any damage caused during your stay. Significant or unreported damage will incur additional charges. Notifying us as soon as possible will allow adequate planning for remedy and minimize guest liability. Refunds & Inclimate Weather • We do not offer refunds for weather or natural disasters. Travel, vacation, and short-term renters insurance is highly recommended. When requesting to book, please let us know a little about your trip and include the word "Superguest" to let us know you've read the rules. ;) Thank you for reading to the bottom. We look forward to hosting you!
Other Details to Note
LOCATION Fort Morgan is the quiet end of Alabama's Gulf Coast. That means uncrowded beaches and dark, starry nights, and it also means a drive for most dining and shopping: • Gulf Shores restaurants and shopping: about 11 miles east • Sassy Bass Market and Tiki Bar: about 3.5 miles west, for groceries and great food • Historic Fort Morgan: at the western tip of the peninsula, open to visitors 7 days a week • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge: trails and birding along Fort Morgan Road • Mobile Bay Ferry: a scenic ride from Fort Morgan to Dauphin Island • Golf: several public courses nearby, including Kiva Dunes next door Tip: Stock up at the grocery stores along Hwy 59 in Gulf Shores on your way in, then you won't need to leave. SEASONAL NOTES Some resort amenities and restaurants keep seasonal hours. Ask us about anything specific to your dates. HOUSE RULES • Check-in after 4:00 PM · Checkout by 10:00 AM • 4 guests maximum • No smoking • No pets • No parties or events • Quiet hours 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM • Exterior security cameras on resort property
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Pool
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Pool
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Entertainment
- Ethernet connection
Family
- Board games
- Children's books and toys
- Children's tableware
- Crib
- Pack 'n Play/travel crib
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Rice maker
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Beach access
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
- Resort access
- Waterfront
Outdoors
- BBQ grill
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- EV charger
- Paid parking off premises
- Paid parking on premises
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Fort Morgan is a quiet beach community on the eastern barrier island to Mobile Bay. The Historic Fort located at the westernmost point of the island is open to visitors 7 days a week. Go to fort-morgan dot org for more info. Besides the beach, swimming pools, and other onsite amenities at The Beach Club, you can find several public golf courses on the island. The city of Gulf Shores, 11 mi east, is full of restaurants and entertainment. We recommend Sassy Bass Market as a nearby local grocery store, 3.5 mi west. Right off the highway in Gulf Shores are several other grocery stores and superstores.
Guest Access
You have the entire condo plus the resort amenities below. INCLUDED WITH YOUR STAY • Beach access by boardwalk, a short walk from the building • The Avalon tower pool, hot tub and gated baby pool, plus the other tower pools • Tennis courts (walk-up, racquet and ball rental available), basketball and shuffleboard courts • Sand Island: outdoor grills and sand volleyball between the Clubhouse and Cottage Lake • Walking path and gardens along the Cottage Lakes • Four elevators and stairs, both a short walk from your door DINING AND EXTRAS ON SITE (pay as you go) • Coast: Oceanfront dining on the top floor of the Clubhouse, with steaks, seafood, pasta, signature cocktails and whiskey flights. Reservations recommended in busy season. • The Village Creamery: Sundaes, shakes and beach pails, just past the guard house. • The Village Lawn: Food trucks, lawn games and seasonal concerts (food trucks typically March–September). • Spa and salon: Massages, pedicures, hair and makeup inside the Clubhouse entrance. • Resort beach chair rental: Walk-up, cashless, card required. GOOD TO KNOW: CLUB MEMBERSHIP Our condo does not include a Beach Club membership. The Clubhouse pool and members-only activities require a wristband sold by the resort, and most of our guests never miss it. If you want it, the resort sells passes directly. Message us and we'll point you in the right direction. PARKING $40 per vehicle for your whole stay, paid to the resort. Please tell us how many vehicles you're bringing when you book so security has your name at the gate. CHECK-IN Self check-in with a keypad. Before arrival we send gate instructions, your door code and Wi-Fi details. If anything hangs up at the gate, message us and we respond fast.
Find us
Complimentary parking is offered for up to two vehicles and a parking pass will be issued at the guard gate upon first arrival. Display this parking pass on your vehicle dash at all times and park in any of the four tower lots, in any space not designated Owner. Ample parking is available close to the building and a covered unloading zone is available adjoining the lobby.
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