Experience the ultimate beach getaway at Shells, West Unit. Located across from the beach on West Beach Boulevard, this upscale home boasts ocean views from south side rooms and a large pool perfect for relaxation. With two refrigerators per side and excellent WiFi coverage throughout, you'll feel right at home.
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6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 20
Popular amenities
Kitchen
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Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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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.
Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20.
Shells, West Unit 1422 West Beach
Summer 2026 is ALMOST GONE and 2027 is filling up REAL FAST! Still looking for 2026? Contact us ASAP.
Don't forget, peak season is in swing and during peak season, we book Saturday to Saturday. So, if you're looking and don't see any availability, check to see if your stay duration falls under those parameters as that usually is the problem :) But, as always, feel free to reach out as we are always happy to help!
6BR 7BA. West Beach Blvd Duplex. Pool. Large balcony patios! Easy beach access. Great deal. Nice place!
Brand new paint for an updated style inside on both sides! Looking great!!
This listing is for the West side unit. Shells, West! Each side is a private unit with 6 bedrooms, kitchen, living room, and more. No sharing. You CAN also rent the other side, or both together: two of almost everything: kitchens, living rooms, more! When renting both sides, guests may unlock the connecting doors to allow for access between the two sides near the kitchens without going up and down the stairs from the main entries.
Looking for an incredibly nice, upscale home to house a large group of people but you'd like to save a few dollars in the deal? The Shells duplex has 6 bedrooms on each side, balconies on two levels, ocean views from the south side rooms, a living room, and a lounge room.
Each side of Shells has the following sleeping arrangements:
Main Floor North BR: King 3rd Floor South BR: 2 Queens 3rd Floor Middle BR: Queen 3rd Floor North BR: King 4th Floor South BR: King 4th Floor North BR: Queen and Triple Bunk (twin over full)
Main Living Room: QSS Main Floor Bonus Room: QSS
ALL bedrooms have private, en suite bathrooms.
Shells is located on the north side of West Beach Boulevard, across the street from the beach and you can see the beach!
VIRTUAL TOUR! Want to check out all of the nooks and crannies? Check out our virtual tour. Specific questions about layout? Other stuff? Get the "insiders tour!" and see it all for yourself!
https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=MdaHVZv1uPz
EASY DEEDED BEACH ACCES You have beach access and a large pool for the guests of Shells. We aren't talking about blocks to reach the beach, it's right across the street, you have access to the beach by using the private walk way next to one of our homes at 1433 W. Beach Blvd! 465 ft walk to the beach!
TWO REFRIGERATORS Two? Per side? Yes two. Because you won't want to stay somewhere without an extra fridge once you have had them.
POOL Big. Private to the two sides of the duplex: no sharing with other places nearby. The pool is open all year. It's a big rectangle, 33x17x3-5'. Lounge chairs are provided around the pool.
WIFI/INTERNET YES! We have an awesome Eero mesh network to ensure excellent wifi coverage throughout this spacious home. Spotty coverage is always an issue for big places. Sure internet may work next to the router in the living room, but what about the far reaches of the home!? That's why we installed a multi-node mesh network. And what's the internet like? It is generally solid and ran > 100Mb down the last test--sufficient for several simultaneous video conference sessions for remote work and education. Internet is, of course, an amenity and subject to service provider outages (and guests "troubleshooting" it), especially with the havoc the sand and salt wreak on cabling and facilities, no more so than any other home on the beach though, and likely better since its close in and new construction!
PARKING There is available onsite , offstreet, parking for at least 6 midsize vehicles if you use space under the home and stack well. In duplex units, please be neighborly about this.
SOAPS, TOWELS, COFFEE, GRILLS ETC ETC As with most beach homes in the area, the local mgt co provide what they call a "starter supply" of soaps, toilet paper, and paper towels, etc. Enough for the first night to get you going! Please plan to bring or purchase additional supplies, and any cleaning or pantry supplies you may need, or to make a quick run to the store (or have it delivered!). You will want to bring beach towels or beach chairs as well. Because mgt cos will not generally support them, grills are not provided, though they are sometimes inherited from prior guests: your mileage may vary on this, and we usually assess and then go snag a small charcoal kettle when we come down ourselves. Also of note: at many locations, you may find the bunk beds (and certain other beds) are not fully made--instead a bedding pack is provided. This is a common practice for the local management companies, which is both green (if the bedding is not used, it doesn't have to be laundered) AND more sanitary--housekeeping does not have to crawl on the bunks and so on to make the beds. Also also... all our homes have both drip coffee makers and Keurigs as well.
PETS We do consider well-behaved canine furry friends at many locations. This requires owner pre-approval, and is subject to a pet fee (currently $250 per pet). Approval in a duplex location, especially for peak weeks, generally is only available for guests renting both sides of the duplex. Please inquire.
No smoking please, but feel free to eat lots of shrimp, bask in the warm sun, and have a great time!
That's it! We think you'll have a great stay in our home. Reach out and let us know how we can help!
SNOWBIRDS! Up to 2/3rds off for off-season stays of 28 days or longer. Inquire.
Shells East https://www.vrbo.com/3515612 6BR Shells West https://vrbo.com/1978023 6BR
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
7 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
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 a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park 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 (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
Rules
We communicate. A lot. :-) Failure to respond to any requests may lead to cancellation of the reservation without refund, per rental agreement.
Pets, where allowed, MUST BE PRE-APPROVED and are subject to a $250 pet fee per pet. See agreement.
Guest must abide by all Rental Agreement terms and conditions.
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 indicated that 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 Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Grill and Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
Does Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20. have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20. located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
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Great location. Easy access to the beach. We would definitely stay again.
Josh W.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alex C.
27 May 2025
Shells, West Unit. Clean, amazing, getaway for Sand in My Boots
Richard was a phenomenal host, and the property was an amazing get away for my group.The trip was a huge success and we loved the house (especially the pool)! The festival was a blast, and we are hoping it will happen again next year!
[Thank you Alex! Glad you had a wonderful time! Reach out if you have suggestions, or when ready to return!]
The view was amazing, great location and tons of things to do. Its very nice that every bedroom has there own bathroom. When you need something for the house, they were quick to respond. The beach was very clean and a great place for kids to have fun and collect sea shells. We will definitely be back!
steve p.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ethan T.
9 Jan 2024
Good Times!
The stay was great. We enjoyed the home very much. It was the perfect size for our party. It was a good time had by all!
Ethan T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
April N.
9 Jan 2024
Shells = perfect!
Everything was perfect and our family had a wonderful time. Thanks again for all your help with our booking, we look forward to working with you again next year.
We have a large family and had plenty of room for everyone. We enjoyed the pool and the large decks. It was very easy to access the beach. There were grills left by previous renters so we took advantage!
Allison H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alan P.
9 Jan 2024
Beautiful place and a great deal
We loved Shells and it was much more affordable than many places we looked at. It is across the street from the beach (not on the beach) but that probably helps with the price a lot. And the owner has a beach access right across the street instead of walking down the road--very convenient! I highly recommend it.
Alan P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
M K.
2 Apr 2024
Everyone had a great time
Had a great time down in Gulf Shores with no problems at your home. The house was spacious and loved the balcony. Thank you for letting us book this house. Everyone had a great time.
We rented the house for our family and friends that were coming to our wedding. The house was everything we could ask for, plenty of room for 17 Adults and an infant. We definitely recommend and stay again with a large group.
Tracey B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Diana H.
9 Jan 2024
Welcoming, clean and orderly -- we had a great time!
The home was very welcoming and we all had a great time. Everything was clean and orderly. The pool very clean. Thanks again for a great time! Diana
Diana H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
April N.
9 Jan 2024
Highly recommend!!
Highly recommend!! We've had a great experience working with this host every time. The house was clean and well stocked with all the necessities. The pool was clean and the beach was just a short walk. Rick and Susan are very helpful and answered all our questions promptly. We would definitely consider staying here again.
April N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mollie C.
24 Feb 2024
Spring break
We had a wonderful time. Thank you so much for allowing us to rent your nice home. I would suggest updating the photos for the house--Shells is way better than the photos and we loved the all white bedding too. The pool was so nice and the beach very easy to get to for us. Thank you again for having us!
Mollie C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda B.
9 Jan 2024
We had a very good time.
The kids had a fabulous time in the pool!! Even us older folks enjoyed it. The management company did a good job keeping us informed and checking on us. Thank you for all the great communication.
There was plenty of room to move around. We loved having two refrigerators to help with a big Thanksgiving dinner, and truly enjoyed our stay and the view
Cindy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nora H.
4 June 2024
Great stay!!
Everything was great stay!! 5 households for our 'fam damnly' vacay was so much easier with the check-in and check-out system! Received a phone call for a mattress replacement quick and easy. Great job by Larry and his co-worker! We were not bothered in any way! So vacay was great! Thank you!
Nora H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda G.
17 Oct 2024
Good time had by all!
Great location! Easy beach access. Quiet, but close to everything. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your home! A good time was had by all! [🙏 Thank you so much for sharing your ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ experience at Shells! Would be happy to have you all back anytime! Suggestions, return trip? Shoot us a note! Thanks again! 😎]
Rhonda G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andrew C.
12 Dec 2024
Amazing
The house, pool and general area was amazing. The house was clean and the decor made the home inviting. We hope to book a future trip at the same home in the future....
[Hi Andrew! Thank you so much for taking a moment to reply. I appreciate that very much, and am glad you all had a wonderful time! Reach out when ready to lock in that return trip to the west unit of the Shells duplex! Gulf Shores awaits!]
Shells West was a great choice for our family vacation. Communication prior to and after our stay was excellent. Check in was super easy and everything was just as described. Plenty of seating around the pool and on the decks. Several tables under the house allowed us to enjoy our meals outside and in the shade. There are 3 levels of living space, so lots of steps - but this gave us plenty of room to spread out. The beach is right across the street and gorgeous! Overall, an excellent experience!
Lori W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tailor G.
12 June 2024
Family vacay to Shells in Gulf Shores
Beautiful home with a convenient location! walking distance to the beach! lots of room in our side (West) for our whole family with plenty of beneficial features to help make our stay amazing!
[😎😎😎. Yay! Thanks Tailor! You all are welcome back anytime. So glad you all had a fantastic stay at Shells! Reach out directly to me or Bama Beach Houses if you have any suggestions whatsoever, or when ready to return! Thanks again!]
What an amazing place! We wondered if it would be a hindrance booking a place that wasn’t on the beach. IT WASN’T! It was only a short 100 yard walk to the beach! The house was clean and beautiful, our family of 15 had no trouble at all fitting enjoyed many family dinners. The pool was perfect and was plenty big enough to not only accommodate our family but the neighbors family as well. The hosts were fantastic and we will definitely be renting here again FIVE STARS!!!
We came down as a family of 17, 10 adults and 7 grand children, ages three and under. Even though the weather did not cooperate with our plans, we had a great time just spending time with the family and going to a few of the local gift shops and restaurants was fun for everyone. The home was clean, and the owners replied to any concerns we had, which really wasn’t any thing major. The beds were comfortable! The location to the beach was just across the street. We will consider this home again in a couple years when the grandkids get a little older.
Sharon S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Valerie H.
9 Jan 2024
Everything was great!
Everything was great!! Our whole team stayed in both sides of the house. Everyone got along pretty well. The pool was a ton of fun for all of the kids since they all knew each other. Beach was great-yellow flags all week…the weather 🥵 well, let's just say, I'm from Arkansas and the humidity was insane 🤣 it was a fun, relaxing week with our friends and plenty of space for everyone. Loved how the outdoor balcony up too connected so the kids could go back and forth with their friends.
Valerie H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melissa D.
24 Sept 2024
Great trip!
We have a large family that gets together once a year with lots of adults and children! This place was great because there were so many bedrooms, all bedrooms had its own bathroom, plenty of living room space, balconies, and a private pool! Easily fits 4 vehicles as well. It was a great trip! [😎😎😎 Yay! Super happy to hear you all had a fantastic time at Shells and overall had a great trip! Thank you so much Melissa, and please don't hesitate to reach out here, or directly, if you think of any suggestions/tweaks to our place OR when ready to come back too! 😉🙏]
Melissa D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brenda V.
24 Feb 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Labor Day at Shells West
We really enjoyed our time in Gulf Shores. We had our entire family of 20 and had plenty of room for everyone. It was close to the beach and stores that we needed. The only problem we had is the bedroom with the two queen beds was too hot. We went and purchased a stand fan that helped a lot. We also enjoyed having two refrigerators because we do cook all our meals at the house. The pool was a great hit with the kids and it was nice to only share it with the other side.