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Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action

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A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies and a sandy beach in front. - Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action (Gulf Shores)
A living room with two blue sofas, a glass coffee table, and a wooden side table. - Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action (Gulf Shores)
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by multi-story buildings with balconies. - Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action (Gulf Shores)
A beach with a wooden deck and a palm tree. - Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action (Gulf Shores)
A sandy beach with a palm tree, a flag, and a boat in the distance. - Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action (Gulf Shores)
Close to Gulf Shores Beach, Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action provides golfing on-site, a water park and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8146 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action

  • Gulf Front Townhome; Short Walk to Town!! 3-story townhome, outdoor pool.

    OCEAN REEF 802 | BEACHFRONT TOWNHOME | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS | WALK TO THE HANGOUT

    YOUR BEACHFRONT GETAWAY IN THE HEART OF GULF SHORES!

    Beachfront views, the sand just steps away, and restaurants and entertainment within walking distance? Welcome to Ocean Reef 802!

    This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Gulf Shores beachfront townhome sleeps up to 8 and puts you right where you want to be. Spend your mornings overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, walk down the shared beachfront stairs to the sugar-white sand, and head out for dinner without moving your car. The Hangout is approximately half a mile away!

    Ocean Reef's nine beachfront townhomes are arranged in three small buildings, offering a laid-back alternative to a traditional high-rise stay. Ocean Reef 802 combines the charm of an established beach property with an updated kitchen, two Gulf-front outdoor spaces, and an unbeatable location.

    WHY YOU'LL LOVE OCEAN REEF 802

    - TRUE BEACHFRONT LOCATION with direct access to the sand
    - 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms | Sleeps 8
    - Furnished beachfront deck with outdoor dining and beautiful Gulf views
    - Additional Gulf-front balcony off the primary bedroom
    - Renovated kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances
    - Four flat-screen TVs, including Smart TVs
    - In-unit washer and dryer
    - Community outdoor pool and BBQ grilling area
    - Covered parking for up to 2 vehicles (permits required)
    - Walk to nearby restaurants, shops, and entertainment
    - Approximately 0.5 mile from The Hangout

    THE BEACH IS YOUR BACKYARD!

    Forget long elevator rides and crossing busy roads. Step outside your living room onto the spacious Gulf-front deck, settle into the outdoor dining area, and enjoy the salty breeze. When you're ready for the beach, take the shared staircase straight down to the sand.

    The beachfront deck extends across the three townhomes in the building, without privacy dividers. The furnished area directly outside your sliding glass doors is reserved for your unit; the deck and beach-access staircases are shared. Upstairs, the primary bedroom opens to an additional Gulf-front balcony.

    THE SPACE

    Make yourself at home in this roomy, multi-level townhome. The updated kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a stylish backsplash, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and stainless steel appliances. It's equipped with the essentials for easy breakfasts, beach-day lunches, and family dinners.

    After a day in the sunshine, relax in the living room and stream your favorite shows on the 50-inch Ultra HD Smart TV using your own streaming accounts.

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

    - Primary bedroom: King bed, 43-inch Smart TV, Gulf-front balcony
    - Second bedroom: Queen bed, 40-inch Smart TV
    - Third bedroom/loft: Double bed, 2 twin beds, 40-inch flat-screen TV

    The townhome includes 2.5 bathrooms and a washer and dryer for your convenience.

    LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!

    Ocean Reef 802 is right in the heart of Gulf Shores, Alabama. With The Hangout approximately 0.5 mile away and restaurants, shopping, and entertainment nearby, you can enjoy a beachfront vacation without driving everywhere. Gulf State Park, Orange Beach, and more coastal attractions are a short drive away.

    OCEAN REEF AMENITIES

    Enjoy the community's outdoor swimming pool, BBQ grilling area, and covered on-site parking. Ocean Reef's beachfront townhomes offer a relaxed coastal setting with direct access to the beach.

    GOOD TO KNOW

    - Ocean Reef 802 is a multi-level townhome with stairs.
    - The main beachfront deck and beach-access staircases are shared with neighboring units.
    - Parking: Up to 2 vehicles. Permits are $40 per vehicle and must be purchased with cash at the on-site guard shack near the pool after 4 PM Central Time.
    - The thermostat's minimum cooling setting is 70-F. Tampering may result in a service charge.
    - Primary renter must be at least 25 and occupy the property for the entire stay.
    - Signed rental agreement and photo ID are required.

    MONTHLY WINTER STAYS

    Planning a Gulf Shores snowbird getaway? Ask about monthly winter rates and availability. Monthly reservations run from the 1st of one month to the 1st of the next, and rates are not prorated.

    BOOK YOUR GULF SHORES BEACH GETAWAY!

    For Gulf-front views, direct beach access, room for the whole crew, and a walkable location, make Ocean Reef 802 your home base on Alabama's Gulf Coast.

    Professionally managed by Gulfsands Rentals, locally owned and serving the Gulf Shores area since 1995.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Streaming services
  • TV with 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
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,572 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Rules

Renter/occupant min age 25 years;must stay in unit

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 32 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts cash
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
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.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. 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. Tropic Falls at OWA and Shrimpy's Grill and Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving 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
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • A sign reading "Clyde Shores" with palm trees and a beach in the background.
    Gulf Shores Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Three people sitting on a red bean bag on a sandy beach with a stage and green lights in the background.
    Hangout Music Fest
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to the beach with palm trees on either side.
    Gulf State Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • A water park with a multi-lane water slide and a tall observation tower.
    Waterville USA
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Little Lagoon
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    12 min walk
  • Pink Pony Pub
    13 min walk
  • Sunliner Diner
    13 min walk
  • The Catch
    5 min walk
  • Picnic Beach
    14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Lagoon, Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Wade Ward Nature Park and The Hangout are also within 15 minutes.

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Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

gulf shores

Conveniently location on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay!

Very impressed with the level of communication and responsiveness with an issue that came up very soon after arrival. Totally knocked it out of the park! The view of and proximity to the beach is worth every penny. We are making plans to return soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!

Location was thee best part! Some things weren't cleaned up to par for us but we just did it ourselves. The couches and chair cushions were stained/gross. The dryer handle was broken off so we had to pry the door with a butter knife. Overall the location was our favorite part! We would definitely go back here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beach

The property is perfect. Close to walk everywhere on the beach. Not impressed with Gulf Sand rental check in policy. It would be much better to have a combination lock on the door of the condo and not have to go to their office to pick up keys and the same to return. They must work from home, office closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the beach,close to restaurants and stores. Unit has plenty of room and everything needed for a family of 5.Enjoyed our stay and will visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a trip for multiple generations and it was the perfect location. Everyone was comfortable and the house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place! The beach was easily accessible and not crowded.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay. The amount of room was perfect for our group. Comfortable beds. Great location close to shopping and restaurants. We loved how close the beach is to the condo. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Beach Stay

This was absolutely accommodating and beach accessible!! Loved it!! Will definitely choose this place again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break

nice condo, will stay again
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location!

We will absolutely be back! Perfect location & loved the townhouse. Everyone's already asked if we can come back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful property! It was exceptionally clean and cozy. I loved the fact that the kitchen had just about every utensil and appliance you could possibly need, although I did bring some of my own things from home, we didn’t need them after all. The view from the porch was breathtaking, the neighbors were kind My in laws enjoyed it very much. We are already planning to come back next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fun week

Convenient and eat walk to places
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and convenient

We had a great time at this townhome set right on the beach. It was great to also have a community pool that was close and not crowded. There is a washer/dryer in the home. We could walk to some nearby restaurants to eat. Overall, it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Perfect place for our family of 4. Close to everything!! Not huge but not small. Everyone had their own space to relax but we were all still vacationing together. Would 100% go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Location was good for the Hangout Festival, but that’s it.

The location of this condo was perfect for the Hangout Festival for my daughter and her college friends..I can not imagine renting this and bring my 3 younger children… for starters checking into this condo was the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever experienced.. I have never had to drive and pick up keys in a locked box.. outside of a rental office that’s open until 5pm. however is closed to the public? Traffic was awful road was blocked so you had to pass the office and back track back to the rental company for the key pickup. communication on the inability to turn into the parking lot would have been wonderful. A key pad check in system would be so much more efficient! You check in at 4pm. Unload your car, and then have to find the security guard selling the parking passes? He was sitting on a folding chair smoking by a car. It was absolutely ridiculous. Also who has cash? Paying when booking would have much easier, and having the pass ready for the renters. The condo was not clean, extremely dusty, dirty floors, dirty carpet upstairs, dirty nasty baseboards. I can provide photos if needed. Most of the furniture looked rough . The third floor was extremely hot when we arrived, blinds open baking the room, terrible air circulation. Preheated the oven and it was smoking like it was on fire. It had not been cleaned between renters. Also it’s not mentioned, you share the main deck with two other rental units. Extremely uncomfortable to sit, and watch the sunset with strangers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location. convenience, desserts, shopping all walkable. shared deck space was not a problem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super close to the beach. The kitchen was well stocked, and the beds were comfortable. Great response from the host with any questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We really loved our stay at Ocean Reef 802! Extremely spacious for my husband, myself, and our three kids. Pretty comfy beds, nicely decorated, BEAUTIFUL Pyrex bowls in the kitchen. Appliances are nice and up to date. We shared the deck with neighboring tenants and they were very kind and friendly. Once you step off your deck, you’re right on the beach. Very family friendly. The pool was small but fine. Lots of kids of all ages there and they all played well with our children. Beautiful views of the ocean from the living room and the master bedroom. My ONLY complaint was that there was an empty can of 4 lokos behind the toilet and a random spoon in one of the bedroom closets and several ping pong balls under the couches 😂😂 so whoever was there before us had a great time 😂😂 housekeeping just overlooked a few things. However those little things were definitely not enough to keep us from booking there again. We would LOVE to come back to ocean reef 802 the next time we visit gulf shores! Thanks for the amazing memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly what we needed

We came to Gulf Shores for softball. The condo was newly remodeled on the first floor and tastefully decorated and painted throughout. Just a few steps off the deck and you have your toes in the sand. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great location, but just a few things...

We loved the location and being able to walk outside and be on the beach. One thing I didn't realize, that I think is important to note, is you do share a back porch with 2 other condos so that is just a bit odd. The beds are also incredibly uncomfortable. I've seen responses from management saying that everyone has their own type of bed preference but unless you like to sleep on incredibly old, hard, uncomfortable mattresses you're going to have an issue. I am never ready to leave the beach but was so looking forward to a good night's sleep. We did have to contact the property mgr twice and they are so extremely kind and quick to assist. I can't say enough positive about that experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Hood

Porch was too crowded with neighboring tenants!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Needs serious replacement and repair.

We could not open the freezer, it was frozen shut. The entire refrigerator moved when opening the freezer. The ice maker struggled every day. Although I paid a cleaning fee, I had to clean before I left. However, being dependent upon renters to do this cleaning, we found dirty cups, glasses, plates and silver when we arrived & had to clean everything upon arrival and upon departure! What's the cleaning fee for? I had a bad accident in the master bath shower. The metal drain is loose & I slipped on it. Could have been much worse. FIT IT!!! My first morning I took my tea out to the deck to enjoy some deck time. My tea cup immediately fell off the deck table. The table is so rusted that 2 of the legs are 4-5 inches shorter making it wobble & impossible to keep anything on top. That night I opened the screen door in the master bedroom. It is full of golf ball sized holes! The neighbor/owner Lori, blocked off one entire end of the deck obstructing the access/egress stairs in order to let her yappy dogs out. These dogs bark morning, noon and night. Every time we tried to take a nap, they woke us up. We will not be renting this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Overall review

The location was perfect but the quality of everything in the condo was subpar. The beds were so uncomfortable that no one got a good night sleep. I also wonder what the $300+ cleaning fee is for since we had to clean everything before we left, including putting all clean dishes away. It makes a 10 am check-out super tough. Waiting for the dishwasher to run, but better not have breakfast or drink anything while you wait. Plus the one kitchen trash bag provided seems stingy.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021