Located in Gulf Shores, Island Shores offers a beachfront view of the Gulf of Mexico from its 6th-floor location. Enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, and activities like dolphin cruises at The Wharf or deep-sea fishing excursions. With a spacious swimming pool and amenities like an elevator and free Wi-Fi.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 570 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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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.
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Island Shores is one of Gulf Shores' most popular and affordable vacation rentals, offering a stunning direct Gulf-front view of the Gulf of Mexico from its 6th-floor location. You'll be greeted by beautiful white sandy beaches and convenient access to shopping, dining, movies, and various activities. The complex features a spacious swimming pool with ample lounge and patio seating, as well as an elevator and luggage/valet carts for easy loading and unloading. Sea 'n Suds, a well-known oyster bar and seafood restaurant, is just a block away, and you'll also find numerous other restaurants, shopping malls, and recreational activities within walking distance.
This updated two-bedroom, two-bath condo provides a full kitchen, washer/dryer, convertible bed for additional guests, and free Wi-Fi. The master bedroom is equipped with a brand new king-size bed, a private bath, and a new flat-screen TV and DVD player. The second bedroom, located off the living room, can now accommodate three guests with a new bunk bed unit featuring a double lower bunk and a twin upper bunk. This setup is ideal for families with three children. The living room features new furniture and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, providing a comfortable space to relax with a movie, a book, or a nap. The beachfront balcony includes a patio table and chairs, making it the perfect spot to enjoy the Gulf view.
Island Shores is ideally located near grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, shopping outlets, and recreational options. The Tanger Outlet Mall, which boasts over 120 brand name stores, is a great place for retail therapy on rainy afternoons. The Wharf offers dolphin cruises, an amphitheater for concerts, additional shopping, and a movie theater. Nearby Orange Beach features Perdido Pass, a dedicated area for fishermen. You'll also find marinas, glass-bottom boats, chartered deep-sea fishing excursions, golf courses, the Alabama Birding Trail, amusement parks, and water theme parks just a short drive away.
Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, a family retreat, or a break from your everyday routine, Island Shores offers a fantastic vacation choice. The owners strive to make your stay comfortable, stress-free, and memorable, looking forward to building long-standing relationships with their guests. Please note that construction on the balcony windows is scheduled to start on October 1, 2022, and is expected to continue until January 2023, with the possibility of extensions due to weather.
Additional Information:
Parking Passes are required and may be purchased upon arrival or by contacting our office directly. You must purchase each parking pass. You can have only 2 parking passes per reservation. 2 cars maximum. During special holiday time periods (Hangout Fest weekend, Memorial Day weekend, Saturday to Saturday during week of 4th of July, Labor Day weekend, and Shrimp Fest weekend) 3 bedroom units are limited to TWO parking passes, and 2 bedroom units are limited to ONE parking pass. Linens are provided, but please bring your own beach towels. The reservation includes a "starter set" of hand soap, 1 roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, 1 trash bag per trash can, and 1 roll of paper towels. Policies: Guests must be at least 25 years of age or older to rent. Photo ID is required at check-in. Smoking is not allowed. Pets are not permitted. āāāāāāā Island Shores 653 is professionally managed by Poole & Associates, a company that has been helping families create great beach memories since 1998. They are dedicated to ensuring your time at the beach is a wonderful experience, and they look forward to welcoming you back year after year. Enjoy your stay in Gulf Shores!
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free internet
Parking and transport
Limited on-site parking
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
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
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Windsurfing 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 a water park and on the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
Does šš£ Relax and catch a couple fish- Happiness comes in waves. š£š have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is šš£ Relax and catch a couple fish- Happiness comes in waves. š£š pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at šš£ Relax and catch a couple fish- Happiness comes in waves. š£š?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at šš£ Relax and catch a couple fish- Happiness comes in waves. š£š?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at šš£ Relax and catch a couple fish- Happiness comes in waves. š£š?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is šš£ Relax and catch a couple fish- Happiness comes in waves. š£š located?
Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Orange Beach Beaches. Gulf State Park is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.
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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.
We love staying in this area. Condos in this complex are generally a little less expensively priced than others. Think this results from being a somewhat older building. However, the overall facilities are well kept. Each individual apartment depends upon the owner of that specific unit. We've stayed couple places in this complex and find the specific units to be pretty nice. Not fancy and perhaps somewhat dated...but clean and very workable. We were there for two weeks Jan/Feb 2025. And of course....GREAT LOCATION.
Check in was great, even though itās at a different location. The kitchen was Okay, minus they only had 3 coffee cups! LolFurniture was definitely well Loved! The patio only had 2 plastic lawn chairs, which is not enough for a 2 bedroom rental on the beach. Location was great! The rental was very clean, which is a plus!
Cheryl W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
John H.
22 Oct 2025
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Very dusty, visible dust on glass surfaces. Cobwebs in most corners, on light/fan pull down controls. Outdated. Does NOT look like pictures.
My girls and I booked last minute trip to go for a long weekend and see Kenny Chesney at the Wharf and spend Memorial Day, great location and very clean. Highly recommend for small group.
Showerhead was broke in main bath. Multiple lights were not working. Generally dirty.
Darren P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
hugh s.
22 Mar 2025
Snow bird trip
The unit had a washer and dryer in the bedroom and it was not vented. Also it is past time to update the faucets, floors and paint.
hugh s.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
22 June 2012
Annual Beach Trip
My friends and I have stayed in this condo the past 4 or 5 years. We are already discussing next summers trip.We love the condo and its location. Everything you want to do is very close distance. Its very clean and well maintained. The owner is great to communicate with. I would definitely recommended this condo to friends. We had a great time!!!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Everything was clean, new furniture (different from the pictures and nicer) and the view was amazing. Great area as everything you need is walking distance. Sea n Suds oyster bar and grill next door and grocery store and souvenir shop across the street. The only minor drawback was the construction workers working on the roof at the time and the elevator quit on our last day and we were on the 6th floor. Other than that, everything was great! We will definitely come back!
Tina P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Valerie B.
6 July 2023
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, ok condo
The furniture is dated and one of the kitchen chairs could not be used due to the seat splitting apart.
There was quite a bit of sand still on the floor when arriving and the whole unit couldāve been cleaner. It wasnāt bad but not the best either.
Location was great along with the beach access!
Valerie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Lynn S.
15 Aug 2016
Great location but it needs newer furniture and the elevator needs maintenance.
The view is outstanding! I sat on the balcony, drinking my morning coffee, and watched the dolphins. The dolphins swam by around 7 o'clock. It's a 1/2 mile walk to the Hangout, not too bad. The elevator is very slow and sometimes doesn't work at all.
Location, location, location! Right on the beach and walking distance to many restaurants and stores. We stayed for 6 nights the beginning of June. My biggest complaint was that the ocean view from the windows was blocked due to deterioration between the window panes. Could only see the ocean partially, due to that. I let management know on check out and hopefully they will fix that. Most likely will not return to this location. PCB has way nicer condos for way less money. Overall enjoyed our stay.
Brian W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Archival
8/10 Good
summer r.
25 Aug 2016
Beautiful view with a bonus...washer and dryer!!
We had a wonderful time staying in Golfshores. The condo was great although it was a little outdated for my style. The washer and dryer are a bonus for sure! The only problem I had was the fact that it was on the six floor and the elevator would take for ever or even sometimes not work at all. The ventilation in the master bathroom seemed to not work so well and the actual showerhead was not held tightly to the wall. But all minir problems. The pool was fantastic and so was the beach! Definitley will stay again for sure!
Not a bad stay for the money; but definitely needs some updating. Kitchen appliances and living room furniture were very good. A rain/wind storm during our stay took out the TV, but management was very responsive, and thanks to Billy was fixed in no time. Balcony furniture and weather stripping under the back door (which allowed slight amount of rain to be blown in), as well as the master mattress, all need to be replaced. Balcony railing and floor need to be refinished. Washer & dryer in master BR not a good idea in my opinion.
David S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Matt M.
21 Mar 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Just okay.
The condo is very outdated, in need of some cosmetic repairs as well. Bedding was very old and worn down. The floors were also dirty, could feel sand and lots of hair in the bathrooms. Maintenance came early one morning to put something in water heater and caused the entire condo to fill with smoke, was never contacted or apologized for the inconvenience. For the price there are better options.
Matt M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Keith M.
14 Aug 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Clean,good location, not enjoyable a total rental
Upon getting to property elevator broken - we were on top floor 6th floor, lug everything up later the next day the elevator was working. However pool was closed after the 2nd day and remained closed for maintenance the rest of our stay. The unit was clean but definitely a rental. Drywall repairs not complete in almost every room, not a matching piece furniture, unit in desperate need of a total makeover for the price we paid. Bring your own cook wear as every showed serious wear and tear. Stackable washer and dryer plumbed next to dresser in master bedroom but not vented outside. Not certain anything has been updated in some time. Will not be returning to this building Island Shores!
Keith M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Chris S.
7 July 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Gulf shore Condo
Really dated. The patio furniture is cheap plastic. The bunk bed sheets on the lower bunk were clearly not changed, a jolly rancher was open and wrapper laying beside it under the comforter. The top bunk had no sheets. My daughter slept on top of the comforter and used a blanket out of the closet, she unfolded it and found some dried goo, not sure what it was, so clearly it had not been washed either. The kitchen counters were dusty and the dishwasher had powder of some kind all over the handle and front of it. Looked like seasoning of some kind.
The bathrooms were very clean and the floors throughout the condo were also clean. The air conditioning worked great so that was a bonus.
Overall, I would not use this property again.
The condo was decent. The beach access was great. The washer and dryer combo in the condo was nice to have. It worked well for our family. The couch is a little dated and you kinda sink when you sit on it but the recliner they had was nice. Everyone liked the beds. Great views from the balcony. The kitchen was well stocked. The only issue we ran into is the ceiling leaking when it rained. It's obvious that this has been an issue for sometime as there was several water stains on the ceiling and holes. Looks as if whoever is in charge of maintenance is just spraying popcorn ceiling back over the issues and not actually fixing it. We had a couple of slips and falls on the wet tile before we realized where the water was coming from. We ended up putting down towels and putting out bowls to catch all the water when it got really heavy rains. Had we not had to deal with that I would have given it more stars.