Backing up to the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, Map #78 offers a comfortable retreat with three stories of living space. You’ll unwind in the large screened porch, relax in the crow's nest with panoramic Gulf views, or enjoy family time in the spacious living area. With high-speed WiFi and plenty of seating areas throughout this 2900 square foot house, there’s room for everyone.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12269 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Elephant Walk *Newly Renovated* ~ 4-bedroom home!
Map #78
This newly renovated home backs up to the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge to provide a comfortable and private place to relax after a day on the beach. The 2900 square foot house offers three stories, four bedrooms and three full baths. In addition, you’ll find a large living/dining area, a screened porch, a crow's nest and a convenient one-car garage and a golf cart.
Downstairs you’ll find a living room with a massive 85” TV and plenty of seating. The living area is open to the dining room and fully appointed kitchen with granite countertops and breakfast counter, refrigerator, microwave, 12-cup coffee maker dishwasher and laundry area with full-size washer and dryer. Just off the living and dining room is a large screened back porch with plenty of outdoor seating where you can enjoy the sound of the waves.
Also downstairs is a master suite with a comfortable seating area, large TV, generous closet and master bath with a large garden tub, separate glass enclosed shower, double vanity and separate commode room. On the other side of the foyer is a guest bedroom with a king-size bed and TV and an adjacent full bathroom. While the bathroom is separate from the bedroom, the hall can be closed off by a door to create the privacy and feel of a 2nd master bedroom.
Upstairs you’ll discover two guest bedrooms and a full bath. A few more steps lead to the furnished crow's nest with panoramic views of the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. The crow’s nest features French doors opening onto a deck with gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico. Other features include 24-foot ceilings in the living and dining rooms, 10-foot ceilings in all other downstairs living areas, ceiling fans, central heating and air conditioning, Wi-Fi and lots of storage areas.
Sleeps: 12
Master Bedroom: (1st Flr.) King Bed Second Bedroom: (1st Flr.) King Bed Third Bedroom: (2nd Flr.) Queen Bed Fourth Bedroom: (2nd Flr.) Queen Bed 2nd Floor Landing: Day Bed, Flip Chair Crow's Nest: (3rd Flr.) Queen Bed, Twin Bed Living Room: Massive 85” TV, High-Speed DSL, Flip Chair
Includes: Golf Cart and Propane Grill
Restrictions: No Smoking, NO Pets Allowed, Books 3-night minimum, Monthly Rentals NOT accepted
PARKING FOR 2 VEHICLES MAXIMUM
***Each reservation includes 1 vehicle registration $55 plus tax. The additional vehicle will also need to pay $55 plus tax. Any vehicle that exceeds the limit for each house or condo will be instructed to park off the property.
Free High-Speed Wireless Internet Off-Site Parking - Ewing Storage(0.8 miles from the location) Beach Service - Suncoast Beach Rentals call or go to to reserve your beach chairs & umbrellas. Paddleboards and Kayaks are also available but must be reserved by calling Suncoast at or you can visit the Suncoast attendant at Martinique during your stay. Heated Pool - (depending on the weather) Monthly Rentals - Not Accepted Aronov Resort Management On-Site Rental Management Team – Located at the Martinique Rental office (Operation Hours) 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, 7 days a week.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Indoor pool
Sauna
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
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
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Gym
Heated pool
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park 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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 2,900 square feet
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Highlands, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf State Park. Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
Does Elephant Walk *Newly Renovated* ~ 4-bedroom home! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Elephant Walk *Newly Renovated* ~ 4-bedroom home! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Elephant Walk *Newly Renovated* ~ 4-bedroom home!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Elephant Walk *Newly Renovated* ~ 4-bedroom home!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Elephant Walk *Newly Renovated* ~ 4-bedroom home!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Elephant Walk *Newly Renovated* ~ 4-bedroom home! located?
Located in Gulf Highlands, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach. Bon Secour Bay and Edith Hammock are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Elephant Walk *Newly Renovated* ~ 4-bedroom home! Reviews
Reviews
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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:
From start to finish the Martinique on the Gulf was the best experience. The people at Aronov Condo Mgmt were very helpful and easy to communicate with when needed. The Elephant Walk house was perfect for our large family and perfect location within the community. Our family plans to hopefully rebook this house or another similar house next year.
Darlene G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Muscle Shoals, AL
23 Dec 2023
Beach trip
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:
Great
A guest from Muscle Shoals, AL
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andrew A.
7 Oct 2024
Great house for a family trip.
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:
Big house, tons of space and storage. Backs up to the wildlife preserve for a great view. Easy walk to both pools and boardwalks. The only downside was that the kitchen maybe didn’t have quite enough servewarw/utensils. But otherwise, 5 stars.
Andrew A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amie K.
2 Aug 2023
Great house and location
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 really enjoyed our stay in the neighborhood, but it's a little far from restaurants. The house was perfect for our group of 11 (we loved the large table for us to all eat at together) and close to the beach. It would have been easier if they would have let us have 2 golf carts. The kitchen was well stocked, but some of the utensils are getting old and broken.
Amie K.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Dawn B.
24 June 2024
Elephant Walk
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay overall this is the 4th time we have rented in Martinique on the gulf within the last 20 years. Great place for families. This particular house may need some attention. The golf cart doesn’t hold a charge consistently on low The toaster and iron were broken and the kitchen was in a disarray. The balcony outside the crow’s nest needs reinforcing and new cushions for furniture. All easy fixes just maybe need someone to go through house between renters.
Dawn B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kathleen T.
15 Apr 2024
Work with me
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately 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:
Very content with house, could use better quality pots and pans. The grounds are beautiful. I wish they could have worked with us for parking. Had three cars which house had two limited. We parked off grounds where it was recommended by management. My son was very concern of his trucks safety. When it was time to leave a security person told us we couldn’t park in front. There was plenty parking spaces throughout the property. We paid for all three cars. I feel management could have worked with us. Especially when leaving and packing cars. We had a very pleasant experience other than parking situation.
Kathleen T.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Kim W.
3 July 2024
Elephant Walk - June 27-July 1, 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was somewhat unhelpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall good experience - the house was great for our group, very spacious, bedroom situations worked well. We had difficulty accessing the Wifi (we had several in our group working remote/completing school work online) because we were given an incorrect password / eventually received the correct password after using personal hotspot all of Day 1. We also realized the golf cart had a battery issue after charging all night, it was barely above "E". We emailed regarding the golf cart & were told maintenance would come check. We never saw or heard from maintenance & the cart died on us two times having to be pushed back to the house (once by two ladies & once as a storm came upon us rather quickly). I notice the golf cart battery was mentioned in at least one of the reviews on your website. The 5pm arrival & 9am departure were nothing we had experienced @ any other beach rental, but we made it work. We actually received an email around 2pm on our arrival day that the home was ready (no one stayed prior to us), but living 3 hours away it wasn't helpful. Again, we love Martinique & really enjoyed Elephant Walk. We enjoyed being with our friends who are Martinique owners - but the short "Pre-4th" vacation was not without issue.
Kim W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lori T.
17 July 2023
Beach Vacay for 9!
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 have stayed in Gulf Shores several times--our second stay at Martinique! We've enjoyed our stays both times and will be back!
Lori T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
dan a.
27 Sept 2022
Elephant Walk
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:
perfect
dan a.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Teresa M.
4 Apr 2021
Elephant walk
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:
Excellent vacation home in a great community. We will definitely rent again.
Teresa M.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Thomas R.
17 July 2023
Best place ever!
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:
Perfect place for a large family or large group close to the beach. Everything you need is in one place had a fabulous time. Definitely looking for this next year.
Thomas R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Meshell P.
18 Oct 2018
Great Location & Very Relaxing
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:
We had a great stay. The beds were comfortable, place was clean, the location was nice and the property management company was very accommodating and friendly. Martinique on the Gulf is a beautiful place. We will definitely return in the future to stay with them.
Meshell P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 June 2022
A Great Week
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:
This was our 18th year at Martinique, Spent every summer here and this was the best week of weather & water. Our first Stay at the Elephant Walk and love the remodel that was completed on the house, it was Absolutely perfect for our group of 10. I recommend this house for anyone wanting a relaxing week and great proximity to the beach. We will difinitely consider staying at this property again
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
Karen A.
27 May 2020
Elephant Walk Review
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Not good
Karen A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
angie f.
23 Aug 2022
Elephant Walk
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very 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 love Martinique! I think this was either our 5th or 6th time to stay in Martinique (1st at Elephant Walk). The security on the property is great. The golf carts are a plus. The house was very nice. The only downside to the house was that there are 3 upstairs bedrooms with only 1 bathroom (but we had 6 ladies upstairs). There were not enough towels for 10 people; however that's an easy fix. All in all it was a great vacation.
angie f.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Deborah
13 June 2023
Lovely Family Vacation House
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:
Elephant Walk has been nicely renovated. The style was a bright & airy vibe. We enjoyed the house and found it roomy for our family. It can be hard to find at least two rooms with King Beds and we greatly appreciated having both downstairs. The location was nice and quiet for porch early morning reading but convenient enough to walk to beach/pool. Just an FYI the golf cart battery indicator seems to be off. It showed 1/2 way mark and the golf cart died and was pushed back and charged. We noticed when it start acting slow (despite the reading) we would charge it to ensure we didn't get a surprise breakdown.
Deborah
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sondra D.
13 Apr 2022
Better Than Expected!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family group of 10 selected this house since it was one of the few houses that have king and queen beds in 4 of the 5 bedrooms. There were 3 couples in our group, so we did not want a house with lots of twin beds. The photos of the home depict a rather "dark and unusual" décor. So, it was a pleasant surprise to find that there have been upgrades to the layout, furniture and décor that are not depicted in the photos. The home is now much brighter and more modern. It is spacious and provided ample room for our group. However, there are some things that would have made our stay even more pleasant which is why I deducted 1 star from my rating: 1) There were not nearly enough towels for a 5-bedroom/3-bath house. We stayed 3 nights and had to purchase additional towels in order for everyone to have fresh towels to shower with. This was not my first stay at Martinique, but it was the first time that the towels/linens were not sufficient. 2) Not enough trash bags, paper towels, or bathroom tissue. Again, a home of this size that accommodates the # of people that it does should be stocked with more than 1 roll of paper towels for the entire house, 1 roll of tissue per bathroom, and 1 kitchen garbage bag. After paying for my reservation I should not have had to stock the house with essential supplies. 3) Kitchen light switch was very tricky. Each time we thought we had figured out the proper switch to use, the next time we tried to use it the lights would not come on. There seemed to be too many 4-way switch panels that do not work properly. Overall, we had a great stay at this beautiful property.
Sondra D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen and David C.
22 May 2022
Elephant Walk is the best!
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:
Beautiful property, clean, comfortable beds, nicely furnished, peaceful view of nature preserve out back, quiet and the perfect location to access both pools and the ocean. The layout of this home is perfect for a large group. We highly recommend and look forward to our next stay.
Karen and David C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Patti W.
19 Mar 2022
Spring break
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 loved the house ! Ways to have Martinique at least two times a year sometimes three. And this was my favorite house so far
Patti W.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
KRISTIN T.
29 Nov 2021
Thanksgiving get away
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Martinique is always a wonderful experience.
KRISTIN T.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Sandra B.
18 Oct 2021
Needs some Love
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have stayed at Martinique several times over the last 10yrs and never had any complaints. This home needs love--screen door rotten and falling apart A/C unit in master water running into floor, no dish clothes to wash dishes and not enough towels for 12 people to take showers, furniture downstairs worn out. I feel think for 3500.00 these things should not occur. We love Martinique but this house is not up to Martinique standards.
Martinique seems to be losing its edge over other resorts!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was VERY dirty which is so concerning during covid times. Paying $5000 for the house and almost $300 for a cleaning fee, you expect much better. All rugs appeared not to have been vacuumed. A dog bone treat was under the dining table. Hair balls in multiple locations. Upstairs commode was nasty around the bottom and long dark hairs were on and in the bathtub. The furniture was not comfortable and in bad shape. Our 4 bedroom house driveway was not really big enough for two vehicles. Could not park the golf cart in the edge of the yard as in previous years, so had to move either a car or golf cart every time you needed to use one or the other. Parked it in the edge of the yard one time for about 2 hours and received a written parking notice, although I watched the guard pass another cart parked in the yard and he did not give them one. Not sure why they were not consistent with everyone about this. We have been staying at Martinique for years, but it seems to be losing the qualities that brought us back every year.
Joan V.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
A guest from Madison, AL
12 July 2021
Stay at Elephant Walk
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were disappointed with the condition of the house upon arriving. Old food crumbs were in the drawers of the cabinets which made us suspect the cleanliness of the dishes. We ended up washing and cleaning dishes and drawers ourselves. There was old detergent build up and lint in the washer and dryer. We cleaned this up as well. The kitchen garbage can had a broken bottom. Lightbulbs throughout the house were blown and needed to be replaced. Remote controls for fans/tv’s didn’t work because they needed new batteries. There was a broken deck chair on the balcony which should have been replaced or at least thrown away. There was a broken leg on the ottoman bench in a bedroom. Linens on the beds were thin and not good quality. There was not adequate blankets for the beds either. Towels and washcloths were good quality. The doorknob to the screened porch was broken. The back door going outside on the screened porch was rotted and falling off the hinge. We would have loved to have been able to sit on the screened porch but all the cushions were molded and mildewed. The door to the mailbox was broken off and put inside the mailbox. There was a broken birdbath in the yard as well as other broken pottery pieces. Not sure if this was part of the decor but it made the house look junky. The AC unit made loud noises above the master bedroom which sounded like doors or valves opening and closing. This occurred all night long. This house needs an update and some TLC. We expected a lot better quality in the house considering the cost of the rental.
A guest from Madison, AL
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steven L.
24 June 2021
A fantastic getaway
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:
This house was perfect for us and our 4 adult children! Great location and the house was well laid out. The golf cart made getting to the beach so easy and even without the beach is only 400 steps away from the front door! We will be back. The only downside we had was the trash can provided outside was full when we arrived. With 8 adults we had quite a few bags that we left beside the trash can. The waste company came on Wednesday and emptied the can but did not take the bags beside it. As a result our Trash can was full once again as soon as they left.