In the heart of Gulf Shores, My Serenity is your tranquil beach haven, within walking distance to The Hangout and local eateries. Unwind on the large deck or step inside to experience a spacious open floor plan with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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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.
πYou CAN afford Paradise. Come out and have a beach day!ποΈποΈππ
Discover My Serenity β your new beach haven, located at the heart of Gulf Shores, just a block away from the pristine white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. This tranquil retreat puts you within walking distance of numerous local attractions, including The Hangout, The Pink Pony, delightful eateries, and charming souvenir shops. Unwind and bask in the incredible weather the Gulf Coast has to offer on the large deck, perfect for relaxation and enjoyment.
Step inside and experience the spacious open floor plan, designed for entertaining family and friends. This delightful home features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with an available air mattress to accommodate up to two additional guests. The master bathroom includes a separate tub and shower, offering a comfortable retreat. The living area boasts a generous leather sectional, perfect for lounging and watching TV after a day filled with sun-soaked adventures. The capacious dining table provides ample seating for everyone, and the kitchen bar ensures space for your extra guests. For added convenience, a full-sized washer & dryer are available on the ground level. Separate from the main house. My Serenity is a welcoming space for the entire family, where your furry friends are also invited to join in on the fun! We're excited to welcome you to the beach soon.
For the Winter Season (January and February), reservations made before October 1st require a minimum 60-day stay. Post October 1st, reservations may be made for the winter months with a minimum stay of three or seven nights, dependent on unit specifications.
Professionally Managed by Poole & Associates
Additional Information: Vehicle Registration Tags are necessary and available for purchase upon arrival or by contacting our office directly, with a maximum allowance of 2 cars. Linens are provided, excluding beach towels. A "starter set" of essentials is included in the reservation.
Policies: Renters must be at least 25 years old, with photo ID required at check-in. No Smoking is permitted. Dogs are welcome, subject to a $225 non-refundable pet fee per pet, with a limit of 2 dogs.
βββββββContact us for monthly "Snowbird" rates available from November through February!
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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 holiday home is near a water park and by the sea. 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.
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 kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
Is πYou CAN afford Paradise. Come out and have a beach day!ποΈποΈππ pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at πYou CAN afford Paradise. Come out and have a beach day!ποΈποΈππ ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at πYou CAN afford Paradise. Come out and have a beach day!ποΈποΈππ ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at πYou CAN afford Paradise. Come out and have a beach day!ποΈποΈππ ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is πYou CAN afford Paradise. Come out and have a beach day!ποΈποΈππ located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wade Ward Nature Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.
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πYou CAN afford Paradise. Come out and have a beach day!ποΈποΈππ Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
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.
The cottage was quaint and easy accessible to the beach. I would have liked to have seen a bit more silverware and skillets for our cooking uses. I brought my pet along and had to walk a little bit down the road in order for her to go potty because of the sandspurs that were in the yard which I know are hard to control, but i would make mention of the sandspurs for futures guests. Overall experience...wonderful.
We had a great stay. Beds and couch were comfy and it was just across the street from the beach. Our dog had a great stay, too. AC was perfect! If we get back this way, we will stay again!! Checkout should be at 11 or 12, not 10.
We had a wonderful time, would do it again! 5 stars!!!
Anthony B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Tiffany B.
4 Sept 2018
Nice house!
This is a nice little house not to far from the beach. Only warning is if your bring dogs there are sticker burs every where, very hard to find a place to walk them without their little feet getting hurt.
Even though it rained every single day we were there, we were still able to have an enjoyable time. The location is perfect with many great restaurants and bars nearby - some within walking distance! It was also very nice to have a market just a few steps from the house to pick up drinks and snacks. The beach is also just across the street with easy access. We cannot wait to come back and enjoy the beach with hopefully no rain!
We had an overall great experience. Someone from the rental company stayed in contact with me throughout booking up until the day we left. I would recommend that the doors be replaced with new locks. Lighting was not that great at night. Cookware was in good shape. Porch needs repairs. Railing going up stairs is detaching from porch and boards are splitting.
Brittany H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Daniel W.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Overall not bad. Check in was a little rocky. Couldnt get the check in info text had to change the number for that. But the third lady i talked to got us in so i could my 10 mounth old out of the heat. But other than that it was clean and well kept.
Everyone was nice to talk to and the owner was very nice but the house was not clean. We noticed stains on the sheets and washed them ourselves. We had a problem with the washer and main door locking.
The Blanket on king bed had dog pee on it and not clean. I had to spend some of my vacation time washing all the bedding. The railing on deck was not connected. Unsafe , just glad we saw before one of the girls or dog got hurt .
Everything was perfect for our family getaway except one major issue that I hope the owner will fix for future guest. The master bedroom king size bed has a huge dip in the center of the bed. The very next day we contacted the rental company to let them know the issue. This issue would definitely be a deal breaker for me renting this property again.
Tana P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Melissa S.
26 July 2023
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
A lot of potential but needs some love.
The location of the place is perfect, itβs in walking distance from the beach. But the place needs some updating. Itβs very worn down and looks like it hasnβt had any work in years. There were many spots on the walls, the deck was in bad shape and the outside looked worn down. The master bedroom TV was not working and when we called they said theyβd replace but never did. We also called about the shower being clogged which they never fixed.
The house is older but was in ok condition. The kitchen was not equipped very well as far as pots and pans, utensils needed for cooking. The second bedroom mattress was not comfortable and yielding poor nights sleep every night. but the worst part was all the noise at night. You can hear all the cars, trucks, motorcycles from the main street. It was very hard to get to sleep with all the noise.
MATT L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Zach C.
1 Aug 2022
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not as promoted
The cabin itself was nice except it basically had one shower for the 6 of us as one of the tubs didn't have a way to hold water and the tub with jets hadn't been cleaned in a long time so it just shot out black junk. The TV was hooked up to nothing in one of the rooms. To be fair, I didn't call and complain to get it fixed as I'm sure they would've but after paying the amount we did for it we really shouldn't have to make multiple calls for basic functioning. Also.. half block from the hotel beaches which you're not allowed in. If you do.. you may have about a 5 foot square to move. You're surrounded by the huge monstrosities that make the beach life awful. You actually have to go down the road about 5-10 miles to use the public access beaches. It is close to downtown but not what we were looking for at all when we booked. Pretty disappointed.
My biggest complaint is the shower. To take a shower at night we had to shine a flashlight into the shower area because it is too dark to see well. Can be dangerous for seniors.
Gary H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Aleisha L.
18 July 2021
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Great location, okay house
When we got there, the towels from the previous renters was still in the washer, unwashed, so we did laundry. It was faster then calling someone to come get it plus we needed the towels. There are very few dishes to cook with and absolutely no spices or anything left even though we bought some, I bet they wonβt be there for the next people. Any house we have ever rented has always had plenty of this stuff so this was off putting. However there were 4 eggs left in the fridge. Haha. There is a jacuzzi tub but there is no plug so donβt rent the house thinking youβll be able to use it. The house needs a lot of work on the outside however it is very nice on the inside. If you go hoping you use the internet good luck. The WiFi is HORRIBLE and the tv has to load your movies over and over. You canβt connect your phones. If you try to contact the office it takes atleast a full day (or two) for them to reach out to you. They tell you other people to contact instead of helping you. I probably wonβt be renting from this company again and we come to Gulf Shores every year. You have a 2 hour window to come βget your keyβ on the day you arrive even if you just need a code to open your door and we were driving from TX. Iβve never had this problem with any other company as they get all of our info online. Usually they will give us the code online so we can go directly to the home. Not so. Here you have the 2 hours to show and get charged a late fee if you are late from the 9.5 hour trip. Yes. It was a bit stressful.
This has been the most relaxing beach trip ever! Super clean and cute!
Maci F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
4/10 Poor
Carene M.
1 July 2021
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Definitely needs TLC
The location was great but the property kinda worn down in some areas and in definite need of a deep clean. There was smears of food and stuff around almost every door know, no dust pan for the broom, no drain stop for the jacuzzi tub. Several outlets don't work in the smaller room and the fan swings wildly in the master. Even when on the lowest setting. The deck desperately needs to be sealed or painted or I don't recommend walking barefoot on it or you risk splinters. Oh and alot of mold but that is a but normal around the coast. The kitchen was stocked minimally with utensils also. Not my favorite rental and probably won't use again.
We loved everything about our stay. The house was clean, the beds were comfortable, and everything was as said. It was a short walk to the beach - and we had a fantastic time. Check-in was very simple and quick and we were at the house in just a minute. Absolutely stay here again! We were able to walk to all of our restaurants that we ate at.