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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted sign, a window with blinds, and a bedside table with a lamp. - Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK (Gulf Shores)
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Located close to Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK provides a water park, a playground and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10182 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$835
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

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About this property

Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK

  • The Hangout Deck is a spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home located near the beach, with easy beach access just a 3-minute walk away. It's also conveniently close to The Hangout, souvenir shops and Gulf State Park, less than a mile away. The home has plenty of activities to keep the family occupied including an arcade, air hockey table, and an enclosed white sand backyard.

    0.8 miles to The Hangout
    0.9 miles Gulf State Park Pier
    0.9 miles Wade Ward Nature Park
    2 Dog Parks nearby: Sutton Place 0.8 miles, Shelby Lake Dog Park 0.9 miles
    1.3 miles Waterville USA/Escape House
    2 miles to Walmart Super Center

    KEY FEATURES:
    ● 1 Block from the Beach- 3 minute walk
    ● 4 bedrooms; Main level: 1 King, 2 Fulls, and 2 twins Upstairs: 1 King
    ● Max occupancy 10
    ● 2.5 bathrooms
    ● Air Hockey table and Simpsons Arcade
    ● Private Grill
    ● Beautiful kitchen with name-brand appliance
    ● Wet bar
    ● Sweeping balconies and outdoor living areas
    ● Washer and dryer

    The Hangout Deck is conveniently located with less than a mile walk to The Hangout, restaurants, grocery stores, and the beach. Access to the beach is less than a 3-minute walk and deeded beach access with a crosswalk at the traffic light.
    Enjoy your own space with a view of the Nature preserve from the north-facing balcony (in upstairs bedroom) and a great outdoor space with a white sand backyard, picnic table, and charcoal grill.

    Number of Guests:
    MAXIMUM of 10 guest occupancy. Anyone over the age of 3 should be accounted for on your reservation.

    ENTRY:
    No need for keys! We have a smart lock for self check in. You will be provided with a unique door code for your stay.

    CHECK-IN & CHECK OUT:
    Check in is anytime after 4pm
    Check out is 10am, any check out after 10am will be charged an additional day.

    BEDROOMS:
    There are 4 bedrooms which can accommodate up to 10.
    Bedroom #1: Main level King bed
    Bedroom #2: Main level 2 fulls
    Bedroom #3: Main level 2 twin beds
    Bedroom #4: Upstairs King master ensuite.

    KITCHEN:
    Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen with custom cabinets, granite countertops and all the needed appliances and cookware. Coffee bar complete with Keurig coffee maker.
    There is seating for six at the dining table and four additional seats at the kitchen bar.

    BACKYARD:
    Enclosed white sand backyard with picnic table and private charcoal grill. The private grill invites you to BBQ outdoors and enjoy the fresh air with the whole family over a meal - just remember to bring some charcoal.

    4 BALCONIES:
    #1 Main Level: Largest with seating for 4 facing North toward the beach
    #2 Main Level: Small deck overlooking the backyard
    #3 Upstairs: Small deck off the master bedroom
    #4 Upstairs: Larger deck off the kitchen also facing towards the beach

    LAUNDRY:
    Stackable washer and dryer. Ironing board and iron are provided.

    INTERNET:
    High Speed Wireless Internet
    Smart TVs throughout the house, use your own login’s.

    PRIVATE PARKING:
    Parking is available for up to 4 vehicles in the driveway. There is an outdoor shower to rinse off after a day at the beach.

    AMENITIES:
    As common for vacation rentals in our area, our cleaners will provide a starter set of incidentals. This includes one roll of paper towels, a small bottle of liquid dish soap, one powder dishwashing packet, one can liner per trash can, one travel size hand soap and body soap per bathroom and one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom. These amenities are intended to get you through the first night. We are not set up like a hotel so we do not provide daily housekeeping or amenity restocking. Please be prepared to purchase additional items to get you through your stay.
    We provide towels for bathing and bedding but please bring your own beach towels.

    TRASH:
    Be sure to maintain a good level of cleanliness throughout your stay, this will make it much easier when check-out time comes!
    There are 2 trash bins in front one for trash and one for recycling. Trash pick up days are Monday and Thursday, no need to do anything we have a service to take and replace the trash cans.

    REFUNDS:
    We will enforce our cancellation policy agreed upon in the booking platform and STRONGLY encourage purchasing traveler insurance. We do not offer refunds for weather, weather related issues or natural disasters. We encourage you to get a travel insurance for unforeseen circumstances including weather, power outages, illness or travel issues.

    MONTHLY RENTALS: Available from November through February.

    City of Gulf Shores: How to check current surf conditions:
    ºCall 251-968-SURF (7873)
    ºText "AL-BEACHES" to 888-777 to receive daily beach conditions via text message

    ***PLEASE NOTE***
    This is not a spring break property, absolutely no parties!
    The minimum age to book is 25 years old, unless accompanied by an adult. If you book under false pretenses, you will be asked to leave without refund.
    If you bring more than the maximum occupancy of 10, you will be asked to leave without refund.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking any substance indoors is strictly prohibit

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,960 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Must sign rental agreement and set up $200 security deposit upon booking. Exceeding max occupancy = $200 fee deducted from security deposit
Pet fee $150 (2 dogs max, 50 lbs). Undisclosed pets: $200/pet. Check-in 4 PM. $50 per half-hour for early check-in or late checkout.
By booking, you agree that you have read and agree to the house rules. All cancellations will incur a non-refundable $30 processing fee.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: 2 dogs, 50 lbs, $150 fee, $200 for nondisclosure

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Ages 2+ count as part of occupancy.

Events

No events allowed
No parties, events, or gatherings are permitted at

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking any substance indoors is strictly prohibit

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: No parties, events, or gatherings are permitted at
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. 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. Consider The Hangout for a night out or Tropic Falls at OWA if you're travelling with kids. With kayaking, parasailing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a coastal area with buildings and a bridge.
    Gulf State Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Three people sitting on a red bean bag on a sandy beach with a stage and green lights in the background.
    Hangout Music Fest
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and tall buildings in the background.
    Gulf Shores Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a pier extending into the ocean.
    Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • A beach at sunset with people walking along the shore and a building in the background.
    Orange Beach Beaches
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    15 min walk
  • Pink Pony Pub
    19 min walk
  • The Catch
    19 min walk
  • Sunliner Diner
    14 min walk
  • Picnic Beach
    16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK?

As of 4 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK on 13 Sept 2026 start from AU$835, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Orange Beach Beaches. Shrimpy's Grill and Golf and The Hangout are also within 15 minutes.

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