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Sunsets and Relaxation await - Spot of Sun Bay Cottage

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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Gulf Shores, AL
  • Popular LocationBon Secour National Wildlife Refuge6 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiva Dunes Golf Course2 min drive
  • Popular LocationFort Morgan Beach5 min drive
  • AirportPensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)77 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
37 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Common area
    1 sofa bed
Bathroom 1
    Combined bath/shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sunsets and Relaxation await - Spot of Sun Bay Cottage

Restored tiny bay cottage with lots of character, amazing views, sunsets, and all of the comforts of home. Located on a quiet, wooded lot on a private road. 1 private bedroom with a queen bed and ensuite full bathroom. There is also a full size pull out sleeper sofa in the living room. Enjoy morning coffee or an evening meal on the private covered porch with some of the best bay views around. Bring your cast net or fishing rods to use on the private pier. Beautiful kitchen with granite counter tops and all stainless appliances - equipped with everything needed to prepare and serve a meal. Public beach/Gulf access about a mile away. Several popular restaurants minutes away as well as Kiva Dunes Golf Course. Still in driving distance to all of the main Gulf Shores attractions - 15-20 minutes away.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

* Free guest parking - room to park 2 vehicles on site.
* Amenities include free WiFi, smart tv, fully equipped kitchen, outdoor deck with table, private pier.
* Linens come furnished, but please bring your own beach towels.
* Guests receive a “starter pack” of laundry detergent, dish washing detergent, one trash bag per trash can, and travel-sized shampoo, conditioner, and soap in bathroom.

POLICIES

* NO Smoking.
* NO Pets/animals - owner allergies.
* Must be at least 25 years old to book.
* Check-in is 4 p.m. or later. (no exceptions)
* Check-out by 10 a.m. (you will be charged if you stay in the property later than 10 a.m.)
* A full list of our rules and regulations is contained in our Vacation Rental Agreement, which you will agree to upon booking.
* Rates subject to change up until time of booking

Property manager

Shonna Nance - Owner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 400 sq ft (37 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

Property is also known as

Sunsets Relaxation Await Spot of Sun Bay Cottage

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min walk
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 2 min drive
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 5 min drive
  • Fort Morgan - 15 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sassy Bass Market Place - 3 min drive
  • Fort Morgan Pizza - 5 min walk
  • The Village Hideaway - 12 min walk
  • Coast Restaurant - 12 min walk
  • Gulfside Bar and Grill - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunsets and Relaxation await - Spot of Sun Bay Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunsets and Relaxation await - Spot of Sun Bay Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunsets and Relaxation await - Spot of Sun Bay Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunsets and Relaxation await - Spot of Sun Bay Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bon Secour Bay and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Kiva Dunes Golf Course is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 111 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little house on the bay!
We really enjoyed our stay here, would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Qauint!
Super smooth process all the way through! Communication was perfect, home was as described. Very clean and everything we needed! Views of the sunsets were amazing! Peaceful and comfy! Close to the Fort, Tacky Jacks, Fort Morgan pizza and others. Trip to town was short if needed. All appliances worked great. The only “con” would be the sliding glass door was hard to open. This is so minor but I feel needs to stated. It feels very private and is enjoyable. The pier was sturdy and the bench at the end faces West: perfect for sunsets!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This property was perfect for our weekend. The cottage was exactly as described in the ad and the pictures were exactly what the property looked like. It was clean and very comfortable. I cannot describe how relaxing it was sitting on the porch and hanging out on the dock. Our Easter morning was amazing as we sat on the end of the dock and attended Easter services via our electronic device. What made it even more awesome was that within 5 minutes of arriving, we were greeted by a passing dolphin. We can't say enough about how much we needed this weekend and this property could not have been better!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Ginny D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cleanliness
Your remodel and choice of decor is excellent! The cleaning company that you are using is not taking care of your property and it made the house seem different from the pictures. No one is changing the bed sheets/comforter or cleaning the tub/shower, floors. Also cleaning that cottage should take more than 35 minutes. I used to clean hotels and work for merry maids so I can tell whats up;) Otherwise the neighbors were nice and everything was as expected! You and your adorable cottage deserve better!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia F., Cookeville, TN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation by the Bay
This is such a sweet little cabin. We have stayed twice. Breakfasts on the deck are my favorite part; however, the addition of an indoor table was definitely welcome during a round of severe weather. The empty lot next to the cabin makes it feel secluded. It is also a great spot to watch birds and dolphins.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
Great place to get away for a quick trip with the wife. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Mold Smells
This is our yearly trip to the Gulf and we were so excited to stay in this little bay front house with private dock. Check in was a breeze, pretty clean, the wood floors were a wreck and were so uneven but the mold smell was unbearable. I don’t know where it was coming from as we were not able to stay due to my wife’s allergies and asthma. Contacted the owner to cancel our trip and she argued that there was no visible mold and didn’t understand that mold can be airborne. I think her exact words were “Well it’s not my problem your wife can’t breathe.” I know she will dispute this because I’ve read a lot of these reviews. Called VRBO And they wouldn’t do anything because we hadn’t taken any pictures. If there is mold under the floors or behind the Sheetrock you won’t see it but you can sure smell it. I’ve been in the construction industry for 30+ years and this place needs work. We rented this house on good faith from across the country and showed up to a turd, with no plan B, had to get a hotel, and scrambled to find a new rental on short notice to salvage our vacation. Someone needs to be responsible for making sure the owners are maintaining the quality of these rentals. So at the end of the day we don’t get our money back because WE didn’t take the insurance and WE didn’t take pictures of mold you can’t see and WE didn’t take photos of the wood floors that are in disrepair. No consequences for these owners or VRBO, Renter beware
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

fred t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gulf Shores
Lovely property with great access to bay via dock. House is small but perfect for the two of us. Only problem was the kitchen pans were really unusable. One had burnt on food. We did go out and buy 2 fry pans and left them for future guests
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S., Huntsville, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing on the Bay
The property was great. Just as described. Perfect for my wife and myself. Great view of the bay and a great pier even though I did not get to use it much due to the weather (30+ mph winds). But that did not keep us from enjoying our time here. Shonna was great to work with as well and even helped us out when my wife had left behind one of her favorite necklaces. Shonna put us in touch with the housekeeping crew who had found her necklace and are in the process of getting it back to us. Needless to say I am very grateful for all the help from everyone and will definitely be checking on this property the next time we are planning a trip to the Gulf Shores area
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

kecia c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
This was a romantic getaway for my husband and I. The location is prime! It is far enough, yet close enough to everything you want to do. The view from the back porch overlooking the bay is amazing. We started each day with a cup of coffee enjoying the view. Even though it rained one day, it was still so pleasant to sit out, listen to relaxing music and enjoy the scenery. The bedroom is small, but in a cozy way. We plan to visit this property again and have been so excited to tell friends and family about this wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023