You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities at Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close. With amenities such as a beachfront location and sunloungers, this cottage is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom116 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close
Completely Renovated and Remodeled ! Are you tired of staying in a cookie cutter condo and fighting for a space on the beach? If so, look no further than Papa Roy's Paradise! Papa Roy calls his paradise the Peace & Contentment Lodge or the P&C Lodge. His mantra is 'Do nothing and rest afterwards.' Located on Spring Branch just off of Perdido Bay, Papa Roy's Paradise is a little slice of heaven. You can drink coffee in the glassed porch and watch for dolphins or relax with a cocktail on the beach and view the sunset. Inside, there are two bedrooms, a large living area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a spacious glassed/screened porch. For your outdoor pleasure, there are kayaks, paddle boards and even a slide on the dock. On the white sandy beach, there is a gazebo with a sitting area and a grill. Bring your boat and fishing gear! With a little luck, you can catch fish and crabs. In ten minutes, by boat or car, you can be at Pirate's Cove enjoying one of their cheeseburgers in paradise and drinking a world famous bushwhacker. Also, there are many other restaurants located in the area that specialize in local seafood. The sugar sand beaches of Gulf Shores and Pensacola are a short drive away. Fresh fruit and vegetable stands abound in the area! The butchers at the Elberta Grocery will cut your filet, t-bone or porterhouse to order and wrap it in wax paper. They also make and sell the finest sausage in Baldwin County. Please inquire if you are interested in winter monthly rental discount!
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
If guest number exceeds 6 people, renters will be charged 100 dollars per extra guest.
Swim, kayak, slide, fish, paddle-board or any other activities at your own risk! No running on Pier! Only swim in designated area!
No smoking of any kind in house! If you do smoke outside, please dispose in trash receptacle.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Please contact owner for inquires
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
Note from host: Please contact owner for inquires
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Elberta, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf.
The Park at OWA and The Gulf Bowl are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Elberta travel guide
Is Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close located?
Nestled on the beach, this Elberta cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of County Road 95 Park, Barber Marina and Soldiers Creek Golf Club. Glenlakes Golf Club and Elberta Kids Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close Reviews
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Great place with younger kids where the can actually get in the water and swim without getting beat down by waves! Wonderful beach and overall wonderful stay!
We absolutely loved our stay! We were able to see dolphins & catch fish from the shore or dock every day. And the pavilion outside is a great way for the kids to get out of the sun or snuggle up and watch a little TV.
We enjoyed our time at the rental house. It was homey & right on the water as advertised. Wish it was closer to stores, restaurants, etc but we had lots of piece & quiet and saw some crabs.
Marjorie and I had a fantastic stay at Papa Roys. We love that fact that it is a very quiet neighborhood. We loved sitting down by the water enjoying our favorite drinks and watching for the dolphines to swim by. We were close enought to Foley to go shopping for an afternoon with many resturants if we did't want to BBQ. We have been at Papa Roys 3 times now and plan to make many more trips down to Alabama. It is worth the 2 1/2 day drive down there.
Beautiful beach house in a great location! Very clean and exactly as described. The private beach and dock were the best parts! My daughter and i swam and my son and husband fished. The water was warm and calm and they caught fish after fish. There were kayaks, life jackets, floats and more. We all enjoyed our stay.
We loved the property! We saw all kinds of wildlife: conch shell walking on bottom of water, unidentified huge fish sitting at bottom of water, heron, blue jays taking a bath, and best of all a small gray dolphin 3’ from shore. It was also a full moon so we enjoyed the moon and stars from the dock.
We walked daily along the road and it was peaceful and friendly neighbors!
We went to Papa Roy's Paradise for the second time, and we look forward to returning a third time. I highly recommend staying here! It is so nice to have a private little beach and pier so close to the house, especially with an 8-month-old and 6-year-old in tow. We enjoyed fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, seeing the dolphins, and swimming. Michele is a wonderful, helpful, and responsive host. The only issue we had was with the internet, so we were unable to watch any movies at night on the smart TV or dish on demand, but Michele said they may be getting fiber in the future (fingers crossed!!).
We had a wonderful time at Papa Roy’s. It was the perfect beach trip minus the chaos of going to the typical beach with condos and tons of people. It was very relaxing and cozy. The private beach and pier was perfect for fishing, swimming, kayaking, sand play, and hanging out. The house is fully stocked with everything you could need and was very comfortable. Michele was a great host and very responsive. I’d recommend stocking up on groceries and bait before arriving because it’s a little bit of a drive 20-30 minutes away from stores. We had an amazing stay and definitely want to come back!!!
Had a delightful stay at Papa Roy’s Paradise. This property is ideal for someone seeking rest, remote from the crowds at the beach. The house is small and comfortable for us two, nicely furnished and re-done. The private beach and pier are the best features. We saw dolphins a few times. I caught a fish ( a drum I think) from the pier that was too large to lift.
It’s some distance to restaurants and stores. If you’d like to take in some local color I suggest Pirate’s Cove, only 10 minutes away.
We really enjoyed our stay at Papa Roy’s Paradise. The property has a ton of character and history. It’s obvious that Roy and his family put a ton of work and pride into building this place. The property isn’t close to the action which can be a blessing or curse depending on what your goals are for you visit. Good grocery stores and restaurants will have you doing some driving.
That said the place is incredibly quiet and relaxing. Almost no boat traffic and the fishing is excellent!! We caught a huge variety of fish including reds, spotted trout, flounder, mullet, mangrove snapper, hardhead and sail cats, lots of pin fish and even a ray. Live bait and early/late fishing are key.
The only small critiques we have are the main bed is pretty uncomfortable and the exterior lighting around the house could be improved. It’s easy to miss the walkway between the two houses.
If you’re looking for a beautiful property, relaxing vacation and great fishing you’ll be hard pressed to find a better property. Thanks for a great stay. Ken and Susie
We had a great stay. Wonder place and great location. We took our boat and accommodations were perfect. Owners were very easy to deal with. Highly recommend!!!
Thanks papa Roy so much for sharing your paradise, it was great, wished it wouldn't of rained as much!! But we and the girls loved the place, area and stay
Victoria K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Jennifer W.
25 Aug 2018
We loved it! A great place to spend the week with the kids!
The property was very kid friendly! We loved that the kids had a private beach to play at while also having the water right there to swim in when they got hot! It was the perfect get away for a week of relaxation and fun for all of us and still close enough to go shopping at the outlet stores and have some fun!!