In the heart of a tropical courtyard, Sandpiper offers a unique V-shaped building with shared common areas that foster a friendly atmosphere. Gather around the swimming pool or grilling areas to connect with family and friends.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
The current price is €414
€414
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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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.
Popular property on the beach with family atmosphere
Sandpiper is a low density three story complex. Its unique V shape building and shared common area walkway in front of each condo lends to a friendly get to know your neighbor atmosphere. Family reunions, large groups of people traveling together and individual families choose this property often. The tropical courtyard, seasonally-heated swimming pool (The pool is generally heated from March 1 to November 30, weather permitting) and grilling areas give Sandpiper an ambiance all its own. It is a highly requested property and has the most repeat guests.
Additional Information: * 3rd Floor * Walk-In Shower * Beach Service - Ike's Beach Rentals * No Smoking Allowed * No Pets Allowed * Monthly Reservations Accepted Nov-Mid March (Contact Staff Directly For Pricing) * Parking For A Maximum Of Two Vehicles *** Each Reservation Includes 1 Vehicle Registration $12 Plus Tax. The Additional Vehicle Pass is $12 Plus Tax ****Guests must be 25 to rent****
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
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
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the sea
Things to do
Golf
Heated pool
Tennis
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Swimming 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 (host has indicated 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
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Sandpiper 5C 2 BR 2 BA Condominium in Gulf Shores Sleeps 6
1169-14562
About the area
Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near 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. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
Does Popular property on the beach with family atmosphere have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Popular property on the beach with family atmosphere?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Popular property on the beach with family atmosphere on 19 Apr 2026 start from €414, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Popular property on the beach with family atmosphere pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Popular property on the beach with family atmosphere?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Popular property on the beach with family atmosphere?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Popular property on the beach with family atmosphere?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Popular property on the beach with family atmosphere located?
Situated by the sea, this condo building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf Shores Beach, Wade Ward Nature Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf. West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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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.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved our place ans the view of the ocean ! The pool has to close one afternoon but wasn’t the rental company fault. The pool has to be shocked.The only complaint If i had to be picky was the master bedroom mattress was not very comfortable. The spare room beds were great. Nice condo ans beautiful view !
Michelle W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
17 Oct 2023
Sandpiper
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a few issues with the condo but management was there and fixed things right up for us. They were very nice and got everything done quickly.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steve M.
30 Aug 2023
Perfect Condo for a Guy's Trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Three beds for three bodies. The kitchen was properly apportioned, and the rooms were clean and clutter-free. We had easy access to the pool and the beach. We were allowed to enjoy ourselves around the pool without being hassled by overbearing security, and we enjoyed the folks who were staying around us.
The condo we stayed in was emaculately clean . It had everything and then some that we needed for our stay.
The folks at Bender's realty were fabulous. I highly recommend!
Our softball team all booked rooms so we could be at the same place. Great location, right on the beach, safe neighborhood! Would stay here again.
Amanda M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
George B.
3 Jul 2023
Great Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Super location with excellent management.
George B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cheri S.
30 Nov 2021
Wonderful Family Vacation spot
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This condo facility is perfect for large families coming together. Each family can rent their own space yet still be so close and have all the fun on the beach. Absolutely perfect.
Cheri S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steven M.
29 Aug 2023
Perfect Condo for a Guy's Trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Three beds for three bodies. The kitchen was properly apportioned, and the rooms were clean and clutter-free. We had easy access to the pool and the beach. We were allowed to enjoy ourselves around the pool without being hassled by overbearing security, and we enjoyed the folks who were staying around us.
Steven M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
mark l.
18 May 2022
Great family vacation location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Love the Sandpiper! Steps from the beach and walking to dining and retail. Units are spacious and updated from my experience. Especially appreciated the convection oven. Only downside was the mattress in the master: extremely uncomfortable and needs replacing.
Everything was fine but the only thing I didn’t like was the cleaning! It seems that they just clean the floor and bathroom and that was it bc the other stuff bed, etc…was very dirty
Yaneth C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kellie B.
1 Sept 2021
Gulf Shores #5
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This rental property was wonderful, it had everything we needed in the kitchen, beach and pool. A few suggestions - change the mattress in the main room, there is a sink hole in the middle. Also, please consider changing your lock to a combination and not a key. We lost our key on the first day and had to pay the fine. A lot of the other units are by combination, which seems really nice. The bathroom in the hall drained really, REALLY slow, so it was sort of yuck with sand. The beach sand is really wonderful and the pool was great. This is a great place for families. The condo was great for a family of 4, we had a great time. Thanks
Kellie B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jen L.
25 Jul 2023
Great Location...Unit needs major updating
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We have vacationed in Gulf Shores and stayed in Sandpiper about 5 times over the last 10 years. We love the location and Bender Realty is very easy to work with. However, we stayed in 5C for the first time and the unit is in dire need of updating. It needs new paint and a deep clean of the floors, walls, windows, and vents. It was not clean and walking on the floor without shoes was uncomfortable. The furniture is old, but functional. It's the only key unit and that is extremely inconvenient when you go to the beach every day. We will definitely be back to Sandpiper, but we will not stay in 5C again.
Jen L.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Karen H.
6 Aug 2025
Almost Paradise
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We generally love coming to The Sandpiper.We have been coming every other year for 16 years now. This is the 1st time we were not sharing a condo and had reserved our own. There were just a few issues. First was the issue of check in time.We picked up our packet and were told room wasn't ready yet even though we were in the timeframe. We sat in front of our condo in blazing sun with a child in a wheelchair and a 75 year old man and all of our groceries for 90 minutes. It was now after 5 pm. We called and told Bender that we could see through the blinds that it WAS ready- dishtowel out- dishwashing liquid on counter etc. but they said they could not give us our entry code.Eventually after missing 5PM Mass,wereceived the code. The black plastic bags of soiled bedding and towels from the previous weeks renters were left on our deck all week long.Then there was the confusion over the Pest Control people. The date on the notice in the elevator was different from the date in the text msg. from Bender. Very difficult to plan day trips when you don't have correct info. Had we known this in advance we would have booked another week.Also the ironing board is treacherous. After opening it and setting iron on, it will not stay open and I got a small gash on my foot from it falling. The dining chairs have very rough, broken edges on some seats and backrests.Got a cut from that at well.We love the Sandpiper but these issues definately need to be addressed.
Karen H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
George B.
7 Jul 2023
Great Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Super location with excellent management.
George B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Brigitte H.
2 Aug 2022
Love the Sandpiper and Gulf Shores
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our rental was available earlier than we expected, which was a pleasant surprise. The tub in the first bathroom drained very, very slow, so if people took back to back showers, the second person ended up standing in the shower water of the first. The shower head also fell off, but Bender responded quickly and replaced it. The beds were uncomfortable, so, we all struggled to sleep. The kitchen was well equipped and has nice stainless steel appliances. I would probably not rent 5C again due to the location in the building as you have no shade on the deck in front of your condo.
Brigitte H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris P.
2 Aug 2022
The Best of 5C
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We love the "Piper" and 5C. It has been our family go to for the past 9 yrs, albeit a couple yrs we were not able to book said unit, we still stayed at the SP. Cannot say enough how much "I" love GSAL and always want to come back...and/or stay full time!(missing it now)
Chris P.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Dennis P.
30 Jun 2022
Summer ‘22
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Really nice!
Dennis P.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
5 Oct 2021
Great View
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We Love staying at Sandpiper. We have stayed at Sandpiper for many years, but this was our first stay in 5C. We feel that the unit could have been cleaner. It also is in need of updating, compared to the previous unit we stayed in, and other units we've been in. We did re-book, for next year. It has a Great view and I Love the small balcony, in the morning. And the Staff at Bender are the BEST !!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
A guest from St. Louis, MO
26 Jul 2021
July 2021
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Sandpiper is a great place to stay. The kids loved the pool. The main bedroom suite was great. The kitchen was in good condition. The only issues were specific to this unit. We couldn't find two remote controls for two of the three TVs. One was eventually located under some furniture. The furniture (specifically, the sofa chairs) were uncomfortable. The front door latch does not function properly and needs to be fixed. Speaking of the door, it would be awesome if this unit used a pass code rather than physical keys. It was be a huge convenience for guests and Bender staff.
A guest from St. Louis, MO
From a partner site
8/10 Good
A guest from Morrisonville, WI
9 Feb 2021
Great Snowbird Get away
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We always enjoy our stay at the Sandpiper. This was the first time in 5C. Nice location for sitting in the sun. Could use more baking pans, but we found a wonderful bakery so not that big of a deal this year.