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Great 2b/2b Beachfront. See dolphins from balcony, newly furnished

Great 2b/2b Beachfront. See dolphins from balcony, newly furnished

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These are the best of times!!!  
One of our beautiful sunsets over Gulf Shores .
Pretty pretty place to shell, swim and walk. Love that turquoise water!
Another beautiful Gulf Shores sunset on the beach! Sugar White Sand waiting!
My grandson out on the balcony loving his beach time!
Crystal Shores West, showing the ramps of the lower 4 floors of covered parking

Overview of Great 2b/2b Beachfront. See dolphins from balcony, newly furnished

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Gulf Shores, AL
  • Popular LocationGulf Shores Beach7 min walk
  • Popular LocationHangout Music Fest2 min drive
  • Popular LocationWaterville USA3 min drive
  • AirportPensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest room has plenty storage & new king posture pedic bed!

1 King Bed

Master bedroom with private bath including lg walk-in shower

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom is a private retreat with a spa-like feel.

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Great 2b/2b Beachfront. See dolphins from balcony, newly furnished

Crystal Shores West is a premier newer building that has many amenities including an indoor/outdoor pool, hot tub, exercise room, sauna, pool tables & foosball, BBQ grills, covered parking, and staffed lobby. All this and a convenience store walking across the street.

It is perfectly located only 1 mile from the Hangout and Hwy. 59. I can provide additional pictures of the building and its amenities, if you would like.

Do not confuse 'Crystal Shores West' with the older building called 'Crystal Shores'.... or with the Crystal Tower (which is located across the street from the beach).
When you compare other units in Crystal Shores West please note that mine has custom drapes, upgraded stainless appliances and flooring, tray ceilings in the kitchen and bathroom, crown molding, new sea colored area rug, and a fun beachy theme. It is 1,100 square feet of comfort! There are 4 floors of covered parking beneath, and best of all located on the 4th floor, giving quick access to put you right onto the beach, yet high enough for fantastic views of the beautiful blue water and white sand, along with great viewing of dolphin, rays and other sea-life.

You will be so pleased with the comfy atmosphere that greets you. I update my condo every 6 months, so it looks and feels new and fresh! Bed Bath and Beyond is a favorite of mine! The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need if you want to cook. There is a new crock pot, hand mixer, nice matching china and glasses and wine glasses. Nice matching everyday plates and silverware. Full sets of pans, pots and bowls. Stainless cuisinart coffee maker and toaster. We make sure it is all high end ready for your every whim! I now am on the board of the building and just moved down to the beach full-time. So the condo is my baby. I spend great attention to cleaning and re-decorating. I just put in new ceramic walk-ins in both bathroom showers.The master has a shower tower with spa jets, waterfall, rain-head and hand-held features. Great seats to relax. We buy new bedding, adding a new posture-pedic king bed in the guest room and added 2 great loungers on the balcony, along with 4 high back rockers. We also manage to find lots of great beach time, boating and golf for ourselves. Paradise!! The weather is gorgeous, as are the beaches. It was always so hard to leave, that I finally decided to make it my permanent home!

The view of the water and beaches is breathtaking, and is visible from the living room, dining area, kitchen and master bedroom!! Just step onto the balcony and look for miles up and down the beautiful white beaches and turquoise blue waters. The guest bedroom has a view of the lagoon on the north side of the building, which is awesome also.

Our new condo is a comfortable retreat. The furnishings include a new cozy queen sleeper couch w/ a comfortable memory foam mattress, recliner and beachy chair, new area rug, fun art work, sleek new dining room table and chairs, new 55'" flat-screen in the great-room, flatscreens in both bedrooms, and room-darkening custom draperies. We now have many many more sports, movie and sirius music channels on the 3 flat screen tvs, due to a cable upgrade for the complex. Both bedrooms have king beds, each with upgraded bedding that not only looks great but sleep great too. Each have a high quality mattress that gives you the great sleep we all want when on vacation.

It is one of the few units with stainless steel appliances (refrigerator has in the door ice/water), and upgraded flooring (beautiful tile throughout!) We added under cabinet lighting that is great when cooking or just for ambiance.

We made sure to provide the little niceties we look for when travelling; a well equipped kitchen, beach towels and toys, beach chairs and an umbrella, cleaners, folding chairs, etc. (all to make packing easier and save you time and money).

It has a great location on the 4th floor, so there is quick and easy access to the beach, pools, gym and game room. There is an indoor pool with a swim-through to the outdoor pool, which the kids love. We have a great hot tub outside that looks out toward the beach. We have a wonderful exercise room with great equipment along with a very nice sauna.

This complex has a full time management company and security, located on the premises. They are friendly and helpful. And the presence of the security is very reassuring whenever we're on vacation!

Crystal Shores West is right on the beach in the heart of Gulf Shores. We are close to many great attractions and some of the best restaurants and favorite night spots are with-in walking distance.

If you would like to see additional pictures just let me know and I will e-mail them to you.

For things to do in the area you have the following to enjoy:
...you will find amusement parks and dolphin sightseeing boat trips for the kids; deep sea fishing and top-caliber golf courses which have been designed by some of the greatest names in golf - Arnold Palmer, Larry Nelson, Bruce Devlin, Jerry Pate, Robert Von Hagge and Earl Stone…with over 288 holes to play, it is truly a golfer’s paradise; shopping at unique local boutique stores or the Tanger outlet mall with more than 120 brand name outlet stores in Foley, Alabama, can keep even the most avid of shoppers entertained for days; and, of course, the miles and miles of sugar white sand beaches…NUMEROUS restaurants within a short driving distance; Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge a 7000+ acre refuge with beach access that protects and preserves the unique plants and animals that call the Gulf Coast home; Gulf State Park boasts 6000 acres of land with 2.5 miles of beaches on four preserved stretches of sand. Inland, 900-acre Lake Shelby hosts freshwater fishermen, boaters, skiers and swimmers; nearby nature trails wind through the wooded land. Scheduled educational nature activities include beach walks, hikes, slide presentations and nature films. Wildlife exhibits at the Nature Center open year-round; historic Fort Morgan, Fort Gaines, Blakely State Park and Magee Farm; Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center and IMAX Theater.


Keywords: Beachfront, white sugary like sand, palm trees, dolphins, zero-depth entry outdoor pool with swim through to inside pool, great location, 2 King beds

Property manager

Peg
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Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
However there are 2 king beds.

Events

No events allowed
This is not a party condo. Security is on premises

Pets

No pets allowed
The condo does not allow for pets in unit.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not in unit or on balcony.
Keep sliding doors closed. Salt air is hard on everything.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: This is not a party condo. Security is on premises
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is in the city centre and on the beach. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Waterville USA, or check out an event or a game at Foley Sportsplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 7 min walk
  • Hangout Music Fest - 2 min drive
  • Gulf State Park - 3 min drive
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hangout - 3 min drive
  • Sunliner Diner - 2 min drive
  • Pink Pony Pub - 3 min drive
  • De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - 20 min walk
  • Burger King - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Great 2b/2b Beachfront. See dolphins from balcony, newly furnished have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Great 2b/2b Beachfront. See dolphins from balcony, newly furnished pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great 2b/2b Beachfront. See dolphins from balcony, newly furnished?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great 2b/2b Beachfront. See dolphins from balcony, newly furnished?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great 2b/2b Beachfront. See dolphins from balcony, newly furnished located?

Located in Gulf Shores, this beachfront condo is in the city centre, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Gulf State Park. West Beach and Orange Beach Beaches are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Percent location!
Clean, an amazing view and anything you could want from a home away from home. Great location with short drives to all the local attractions!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WOW!! Rent this!!!
This was spectacular!! If this is free rent it!!! U will not be disappointed!!!!! Peg had thought of everything! From the kitchen, to the bedding, the beach decor, and the throws are all perfect!! The colors and the balcony are amazing! The perfect beach condo!! Amazing views up and down the beach! It’s so cool to sit on the balcony and watch the dolphins go up n down the shore! I say about 100 stingrays dancing through the waves like a beautiful song! Definitely needed this vacation! We will stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Milli S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay!!!
Condo was great. Beds were very comfortable and condo was super clean. Peg (owner) was very responsive. Location was good and close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Stay
Everyone needs to decide for themsselves
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittney G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best condo we’ve stayed at!
Peg and this property were wonderful! The amenities were great. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Peg

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I enjoyed helping people during my 27 years as a certified financial planner. After retiring 10 years ago, I found myself missing my relationships with my clients. I decided I wanted to fulfill a lifelong dream of buying a condo on the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores and go back to work. I've been regularly coming to Gulf Shores over the past 20+ years, as my sister lives in Mobile. I purchased my beautiful 'Home Away from Home' and started my business of condo rentals. I've been able to put my years of serving the public to good use in yet a different way. My guests have been wonderful, and I strive to help them by providing a very cost efficient way to stay in luxury accommodations. Since I've spent so much time in the area, I am able to provide many tips that only the locals know about. I love the complex so much that 5 years ago I got on the board to make sure it stayed up to our expectations. And this year I became a local, yes I moved down full-time and following my dream! Call me, and let me know how I can assist you in making this stay in my 'home away from home' your best vacation experience ever.

Why they chose this property

I've spent many years visiting and falling in love with Gulf Shores and it's beautiful beaches. I love golf, boating, walking on beaches with soft white sand, crabbing and fishing, live music and great entertainment, and of course great shopping. Gulf Shores had it all! I looked diligently for over a year, spending hours and hours with my realtor, until he finally found exactly what I was looking for. The location is perfect, the beaches are gorgeous, I needed to be able to see the Gulf from the kitchen sink, large spacious rooms, crown moldings with no popcorn ceilings, a knock out view from the huge balcony, indoor and outdoor pools, exercise and game room, covered parking and top notch amenities. I drove him crazy, but in the end, it's perfect!!! I LOVE my condo and know you will too!

What makes this property unique

It is perfectly located just one mile from the fun activities of the intersection at Highway 59. There are several great restaurants and shopping with-in walking distance. I particularly love that this is one of the newest and nicest buildings on the Alabama coast. It has wonderful amenities, not the least of which is the fabulous staff that is present all day to assist you with any needs. I also like how quickly I can be on the beach with my lower level unit. It is a wonderful, plush “home away from home” that is available at very competitive prices.

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