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Escape to Crow’s Nest II, a charming beach cottage nestled on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico. Soak up sun-kissed days with unobstructed views from the spacious covered deck, and unwind in style under shaded areas or during movie nights in the living area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Beachfront Cottage | Covered Deck | West Beach Location

  • Crow’s Nest II – Beachfront Cottage | Covered Deck | West Beach Location

    Welcome to Crow’s Nest II, a charming beachfront cottage managed by Harris Vacations, perfectly positioned along the sugar white sands of the Gulf of Mexico in Gulf Shores. With three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and accommodations for up to eight guests, this inviting coastal retreat is ideal for families looking to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the beauty of the Gulf Coast.

    Located in the heart of the popular West Beach area, Crow’s Nest II offers the perfect blend of peaceful beachfront living and convenient access to local dining, shopping, and attractions.

    Outdoor Living
    - Direct beachfront location
    - Spacious covered deck with unobstructed Gulf views
    - Expansive sun deck for lounging and enjoying the coastal breeze
    - Charcoal grill for beachside cookouts
    - Outdoor bar area for gathering and entertaining
    - Shaded area under the home with space for picnics and relaxing
    - Open air outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach

    Indoor Comforts
    Inside, Crow’s Nest II features a bright and welcoming layout designed to highlight the stunning Gulf views from nearly every room. The living area offers comfortable seating and large windows that fill the space with natural light, making it the perfect place to unwind after a day in the sun.

    The open concept kitchen and dining area allow for easy conversation while preparing meals, with all necessary cookware, small appliances, and dinnerware provided. The dining space offers plenty of seating and the same incredible beachfront backdrop, creating a relaxed and enjoyable setting for family meals.

    Sleeping Arrangements
    - Primary Bedroom: Queen bed, private bathroom with walk in shower
    - Bedroom 2: Two twin beds, shared hallway bathroom with tub and shower combination
    - Bedroom 3: Two twin bunk beds, shared hallway bathroom

    Whether you are sipping coffee on the covered deck, watching the waves roll in, or spending your days with your toes in the sand, Crow’s Nest II offers a classic beachfront experience in one of Gulf Shores’ most desirable locations.

    Book your stay with Harris Vacations and enjoy a relaxing escape on the Alabama coast.

    Rental Age Policy
    We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.

    RISK
    Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guests agree to exercise extreme caution at all times; for more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

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 health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is on the beach. 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 Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing and other activities like birdwatching. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach
    Gulf Shores Beach
    1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • West Beach
    West Beach
    1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Girls relax on red bean bag chairs at beach music festival, enjoying drinks, toasting. Sunlit summer event with stage in background, youthful energy, leisure atmosphere. Women smiling, casual fashion.
    Hangout Music Fest
    4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Fort Morgan
    Fort Morgan
    35 min drive - 48.2 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    5 min drive
  • The Catch
    4 min drive
  • Pink Pony Pub
    6 min drive
  • Sunliner Diner
    5 min drive
  • Picnic Beach
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Cottage | Covered Deck | West Beach Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront Cottage | Covered Deck | West Beach Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Cottage | Covered Deck | West Beach Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Cottage | Covered Deck | West Beach Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Cottage | Covered Deck | West Beach Location located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Beachfront Cottage | Covered Deck | West Beach Location Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All very nice, neat and clean. Harris was excellent in communicating with us and making sure things went well. Location was great
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jimmy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Great view. The deck needs a little attention. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this house. Great view. Steps from the beach. Quiet and safe. Family friendly. Outdoor shower is a plus!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The house was excellent — clean, comfortable, and perfect for our family of six. We had plenty of space, and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed for cooking. I was a little nervous about being right next to a public beach entrance and worried it might get crowded, but it wasn’t an issue at all. The location turned out to be ideal! We’ll definitely add this to our list of favorite spots and plan to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beach House

This is the second year we have stayed at Crows Nest II and we absolutely love it. It has everything you need to have the best vacation. It is always super clean and feels like home as soon as you walk in. The location is great and you are literal steps from the beach. We can’t wait for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KAILEY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

We had a blast. It was so nice. Right on the beach, and close to everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Stay

Our family stayed at this beach house for a week! We did not want to leave. The beach is literally right out the back door! One of our best vacations yet!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location location

Location, wonderful beachfront location, quiet. . Coffee filters would’ve been nice. Knees cutting board cutting board to protect countertops.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy beach house

Crows Nest 2 was absolutely perfect. The house was super clean and everything was just as described. The front deck is amazing. We got up every morning and had breakfast watching the sunrise. The grandkids loved eating lunch on the deck while watching for dolphins. This was the perfect beach house for my family!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Property meet all of our needs for a quite 3 night family vacation with littles. The location is PERFECT!!!! It was clean and had all the basics (bring you own beach towels and hair dryer) including sand toys for the kids. It could use a little maintenance here and there but over all it was good. The only complaint is that the mattress are horrible!!! Other than that it was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property / limited amenities / in need of repair

My family loved our time on the beach. The location is amazing and very family friendly. The house was light on amenities and the deck and Vinyl plank flooring is in need of repair. The floor has been repaired improperly nails that my son cut his foot on. We flew in from out of state and stayed for five nights. The house had three garbage bags, two rolls of toilet paper and one roll of paper towel. There were some sand toys for the kids but no beach chairs. If you fly in be prepared to spend extra for the things you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

It’s was ok

Pros: The house was clean and cute for being a older home. The front covered porch was so nice with a great view. The kitchen was stocked well. The area under the house was nice and very clean. They had beach toys and a few other things left over for kids. Cons: It was right next to a public beach access so it was a littler busier, not a huge deal though. The floors are in bad shape and definitely need some work. The laminate flooring was coming up is several places from the house settling so bad. When we got there the master tv wouldn’t come and it took them 3 days to come out and finally get it working for us. Overall we enjoyed our trip here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother's Day Beach Weekend!

My 4 sisters and I took our 83 year old mother to the beach for a relaxing weekend! Despite the cloudy weather on the first day, it ended up being a beautiful beach weekend. We laughed and made memories. We loved the house except for the mattresses and didn't pay attention to the twin beds and bunk beds. This didn't work very well for us unfortunately. The house needs some TLC and updating. Its very spacious and great for entertaining. Plenty of linens, and towels but NOT enough toilet paper for 6 adults. The deck boards outside need to be replaced. Huge hazard, especially with elderly people. The sand walk from door to the beach is overgrown, and needs to dug out more or even a wood boardwalk would be helpful. Again, not the best for older folks. We loved the location and we look forward to spending our future Mothers Day in Gulfshores!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diesta K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mattea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Perfect place to stay right on the beach simple and easy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little beach house that was clean, in a fabulous location right on the beach. Had all necessary amenities like an outside shower and feet washing area. Highly recommended!.
View of the house from the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach

Beachfront
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great!! Maintenance had to fix some small issues but it was addressed promptly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Property

Property and Beach were awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

Beautiful beach home. Clean, comfy, and convenient to area shopping and restaurants. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect accommodations!

Wonderful Beach House to spend some quality time with family! Perfect set up with steps to the beach…
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryson K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time in Gulf Shores

Great location. Loved the direct access to the beach and relaxing on the front porch, with the amazing view! We enjoyed our family time at the beautiful beach of Gulf Shores!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Santana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for our guys trip.

We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and just as in the pictures. The ocean view from the porch was nice and relaxing. Overall we had a great experience booking this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip 2022

Great property just big enough for us and our family. Love the location and the vibe of the house. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022