In the heart of Gulf Shores, Alabama, Crystal Shores offers a beachside retreat with an indoor/outdoor pool featuring a whirlpool waterfall and sauna. Enjoy breathtaking views from your private balcony or stroll along the boardwalk to experience both sunrise and sunset. A well-equipped kitchen awaits you with granite countertops, while amenities like an exercise room and game room ensure endless entertainment.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 698 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Beach is calling, are you picking up? π Best time of the year!
Welcome to Crystal Shores, where you can experience the best of beachside living while being right in the heart of Gulf Shores, Alabama!
This exceptional condo complex offers a wide range of amenities, including a boardwalk, indoor/outdoor pool with an incredible whirlpool waterfall feature, sauna, exercise room, gazebo, and a game room. Nestled right on the beautiful white sand beaches of Gulf Shores, you'll have the pleasure of enjoying both sunrise and sunset views from your private balcony. The complex is conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, and all the other fabulous attractions that Gulf Shores has to offer.
This beachside getaway provides all the comforts of home. The living room opens up to a spacious balcony overlooking the beach and the Gulf of Mexico. The well-equipped kitchen features a granite countertop with an eat-at-bar and is fully furnished with everything you need to prepare a fantastic meal, including both a Keurig and a traditional coffee pot. The dining table comfortably seats four. A washer and dryer are conveniently provided in the unit. Enjoy the excellent view and balcony access from the master bedroom, along with a large private bath and a plush king-size bed. Every room is equipped with satellite TV access, and the living room offers a large Roku TV. The guest suite includes a queen-size bed and ample space.
Create lasting memories with your family by making this condo your beachside getaway spot.
Property Highlights: Beachside condo with ocean views. Boardwalk access to the beach. Indoor/outdoor pool with whirlpool waterfall feature. Sauna, exercise room, gazebo, and game room. Well-equipped kitchen with granite countertops and eat-at-bar. Dining table seating for four. Master bedroom with balcony access, king-size bed, and large private bath. Satellite TV access in each room. Large Roku TV in the living room. Guest suite with a queen-size bed. Winter Season Reservations: Reservations made before October 1st for the Winter Season (January and February) require a minimum stay of 60 days (two months). Reservations not meeting this criteria are subject to cancellation by management. After October 1st, reservations for the winter months may be made with a minimum stay of either three or seven nights, depending on unit specifications.
Additional Information: Parking Passes: These are required and may be purchased upon arrival or by contacting the management office directly, with a maximum of 2 cars permitted. Reservations longer than 31 days will require additional parking passes per month. Linens: While linens are provided, please remember to bring your own beach towels. Starter Set: The reservation includes a "starter set" of essentials, including hand soap, one roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, one trash bag per trash can, and one roll of paper towels.
Policies: Guests must be at least 25 years of age or older to rent. Photo identification is required at check-in. Smoking is not allowed. Pets are not allowed.
Call for monthly "Snowbird" rates from November through February!
βββββββDiscover the perfect beachside getaway at Crystal Shores in Gulf Shores, Alabama, and make cherished memories with your loved ones.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Phone
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the ocean
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Gym
Heated pool
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether 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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
Does The Beach is calling, are you picking up? π Best time of the year! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is The Beach is calling, are you picking up? π Best time of the year! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Beach is calling, are you picking up? π Best time of the year!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Beach is calling, are you picking up? π Best time of the year!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Beach is calling, are you picking up? π Best time of the year!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Beach is calling, are you picking up? π Best time of the year! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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The Beach is calling, are you picking up? π Best time of the year! Reviews
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We have stayed in multiple condos from Alabama to Florida over the past 30 years . This has been the best location and atmosphere this far. Will return year after year now β¦
This condo is directly beach front, only a few steps to the beach. We did not like that there was only 1 key fob to get in and off the beach. Access however was good.
Overall the bed, rooms were comfortable. The unit is showing definite wear, but nothing that would keep us from enjoying our stay.
Communication with management was lacking a bit, even though we received check in info, I had to request the key code after 3pm.
This is a nice unit. I would recommend to others.
It was a perfect stay and the view was better than expected. I only had a few recommendations for the property owner. In the bathroom a grab bar would be nice for people of my age and older when getting out of the shower. In the kitchen a step stool so we can reach items on the top shelves for us short people. LOL . For the laundry area, french doors would work out much better than sliders. You have to empty your clothes into a basket and then close the sliders to open the other side and then put in the drier. If you had french doors you could reach each machine when doing laundry. The dishwasher was full from the previous occupants but I put them away to make room for ours. I'm just glad they were clean. Other than those few recommendations the condo was wonderful. Loved the colors. Balcony was awesome, especially coming off the bedroom. I want to come back when the weather is cooler so I can sleep with the balcany door open and hear the ocean. Thank you so much for a well needed relaxing vacation.
All in all, it was a decent place. Clean, great location, and an absolutely beautiful view!!
A few minor issues. The deck chairs need sanding, or covers or something. Due to wear and tear, there are spiky things (for lack of a better term) sticking out and you have to put a towel down, or else they hurt when you sit. Or damage your clothes. My hubby has a pair of ruined shorts now from sitting there before we realized the issue.
Need heavier gauge, longer shower curtains. The current ones are paper thin and they blow around and stick to you while you're showering. And they do little to stop water from spraying out onto the floor.
They only provide one parking pass. If you need an additional one, it's $55 plus tax. We weren't amused.
Key tags to get around the property to get to the beach and pool etc. They don't work - unless you stick your arm out through the fence to reach the outside unit. Which isn't always possible. Several times we had to just stand there and wait for somebody to return from the beach and open the gate to let us out.
The whole building needs serious updating, but again, nothing super horrible. We enjoyed our stay!
Beautiful view, clean accommodations and comfortable beds. There was some wind wear and tear from the beach on the slider blinds. That was minor. Otherwise just the perfect beach front vacation. I loved and enjoyed my stay.
Our stay at Crystal Shores was wonderful. The kids enjoyed all the amenities that are offered. The beach was wonderful! I will definitely bring my family back to stay.
Condo was pretty, clean & a good size. The location is good as well. Enjoyed sitting on the balcony drinking my coffee & watching numerous schools of dolphins playing!
Room was great. Only complaint was the hard mattresses.
Jacob L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Debbie C.
7 Oct 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
unhappy customer
check in process as a breeze. however several things went wrong. no AC our first night, guest bedroom tv not working and dishwasher was full of water. property manager addressed issues quickly. property was dirty. our feet were black from the floors, dirt flying off of ceiling fans. furniture is so uncomfortable. sofa sinks in the middle. couldnβt sit on balcony due to weed and cigarette smoking from other tenants. this property needs some TLC. will not rent again.