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A heated pool
On the beach
Exterior
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 26585 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Orange Beach, AL
  • Ono Island
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Orange Beach Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Gulf State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the area

Orange Beach

With a stay at this vacation home in Orange Beach (Orange Beach East), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Gulf State Park and Perdido Key Beach. .This beach vacation home is 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Pensacola Naval Air Station and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from The Wharf.

What's nearby

  • Ono Island - 2 min walk
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 8 min walk
  • Adventure Island - 8 min drive
  • Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach - 9 min drive
  • The Wharf - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flora-Bama - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Gulf - Orange Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pirates Cove Marina & Restaurant - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Cobalt, The Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪OSO at Bear Point Harbor - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

"Castle in the Sand West" Orange Beach AL-9 BDRM/9.5Bth Prvt Pool.Great Location

Castle in The Sand West is managed by “Alabama Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals LLC” A boutique vacation rental company that specializes in gulf front (4-24 bedroom) luxury gulf front vacation rentals along Alabama’s Gulf Coast.


Castle in the Sand West is a gulf front home located in Orange Beach AL.This home features a private pool in the south deck over looking the gulf, gas & charcoal grill and over 5000 sqft H&C and another 2000+ sqft of covered porches and decks.

"Castle in the Sand West" located at 29180 Perdido Beach Blvd in Orange Beach AL.

(PLEASE NOTE WE WILL NEVER ASK FOR PAYMENT BY WIRE TRANSFER.)

Castle in the Sand West" is a stunning gulf front development that's located in one of the best locations along Alabama's Gulf Coast, in Orange Beach AL. This newer property features an East and West unit, and when both sides are rented, is one of the largest properties along Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Each side will accommodate 14-26 guests and is located in one of the best locations along the entire Gulf Coast. This home sits approximately half a mile West of the Florida/Alabama state line and one mile to the East of the Perdido Pass Bridge in the heart of Orange Beach.

Gulf-front splendor awaits at our unforgettable beach house in the heart of Orange Beach, featuring a pristine private pool and 9 opulent bedrooms. Rent only the west side of the property (this listing) and sleep up to 26 guests, or rent the nearly identical other half—Castle in the Sand East—to double your sleeping space. PLEASE note, there are louvered privacy walls between all balconies and a 9 ft privacy wall between the pool decks. You will have total privacy between the units. The dune walk to the beach is the only thing shared between the two properties.

Beachfront is the best way to enjoy Orange Beach, and this home provides a prime spot directly on the Gulf, accessed via your own private boardwalk over the dunes. Sip your morning coffee before a stunning, panoramic view of the rolling Gulf. Lazy beach days lead seamlessly to dinner and drinks in the golden sunlight of evening. To the north, views of the Ole River add another perspective of Orange Beach’s abundant coastal beauty and diverse ecosystems.

With 5,000 sq. ft. of interior space and an additional 2,000 feet of private, covered decks and balconies just for this half of the property, our home will truly be your castle. Each half of the property is tucked away from the other, with privacy walls for all of the outdoor spaces. Note, also that your pool is NOT shared with East—each half of the home has its own private pool oasis, heated to perfection.

Amenities You’ll Love

Steps from the beach with a private boardwalk
Host large events for up to 26 guests (52 guests if you also rent Castle in the Sand East)
Views of the ocean and Ole River from 5 south-facing + 2 north-facing porches
9 bedrooms and 8 full bathrooms + 2 half baths
Private, heated pool with dimensions of 21 ft. x 12 ft. (option to heat for $35/day)
Outdoor freshwater shower so you can keep the sand at bay!
Gas + charcoal grills for epic sunset barbecues
Fully equipped kitchen for cooking at home:
2 refrigerators
2 dishwashers
2 ovens
5-burner gas stove
KitchenAid undercounter ice maker
Full-sized washer and dryer
Ample parking for several cars
Smart TVs in every room
WiFi boosters for each floor for excellent high speed internet, even on the decks and porches!
Proximity to shopping, the boating marina, and beach activities


Inside Castle in the Sand, thoughtfully styled interiors highlight the beauty and serenity of beach life. Luxury cabana decor is complemented with breezy tones and a clean design aesthetic, creating a feeling of summer all year-round.

Bedroom + Bathroom Layout

Bring your family, friends, colleagues, or all of the above to Castle in the Sand West! With comfortable sleeping space for 14-26 guests (including an 8-person bunk-room that’s perfect for kiddos), you can all spread out, relax, and have a blast on the Gulf.

This property is as family-friendly as they come—ideal for the joyful family reunion you’ve been waiting for.

Main Floor:

King Suite with attached master bathroom and walk-in shower
No stairs to navigate once inside—perfect for older guests or those with mobility concerns.

Second Floor:
4 bedrooms, each with their own bathroom and private balcony!:
2 King bedroom suites with gulf-front balconies
1 King bedroom with an additional twin bed (north facing balcony)
1 room with 2 twin beds (north facing balcony)


Third Floor:
4 bedrooms:
2 King bedrooms with private bathrooms and gulf front balconies
Bunk-room with 8 twin-XL beds and the feeling of a below-deck boat cabin (kids and adults alike love it!)
Additional room with a twin-over-full bunk bed
Shared bathroom between the 2 bunk rooms
Entertainment room with 55 inch flat screen TV
Additional half bath

The Living Spaces

Oversized Den

The first floor is hangout central, featuring a large living area with a 65-inch flat screen Smart TV and a separate sunroom that’s drenched in natural light. Roomy leather couches, armchairs and slipper chairs offer space for everyone to lounge in the A/C after an active day at the beach. Sun and water views are on full display through huge windows.

Entertainment Room

Upstairs, have a family movie night in the entertainment room, which features a giant sectional sofa and a 55-inch flat screen TV.

Private Pool + Balconies

Overlook the Gulf from the private pool on the southern sundeck, or from 1 of 5 south-facing, private balconies located on each floor. An outdoor freshwater shower is ready for rinsing off the salt and sand you brought back from the beach!

Kitchen and Dining

With its dual refrigerators and dishwashers, 5-burner gas range stove, and double ovens—all in ultra-modern stainless steel—creating exquisite meals is as easy as the Gulf breezes. Don’t battle the restaurant crowds; the best seat in the house is at your own vacation rental!

The kitchen also features multiple coffeemakers, including a Keurig. Out on the private deck you’ll find both a charcoal and gas grill. Let the epic barbecues commence!

The dining area can seat up to 16 people comfortably when you add the kitchen’s roomy center island, which seats 4 adjacent to the 12-person dining table. All with an astounding view of the Gulf’s turquoise water.

Things To Do Nearby

Time for adventures beyond your beach house? You have plenty of choices. From deep sea fishing, kayaking and parasailing over the water, to shopping, golfing, or and nights on the town, there are things to do for everyone in the group in vibrant Orange Beach. Name your favorite vacation activity, and you’ll likely find it here!

The Location

“Castle in the Sand West” is located at 29182 Perdido Beach Blvd Orange Beach AL.


Important Information

Renters must be over 27 years of age. Wire transfers are not permitted.
Sorry, NO College or Spring break groups!!
NO SMOKING
Linens are included on all beds, but please bring your own beach towels.
Amenities include free WIFI, cable, and a fully equipped kitchen.
Guests receive a “starter pack” of laundry detergent, dishwashing detergent, one trash bag per trash can and a travel-sized shampoo, conditioner and soap per bathroom.

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**If your dates are not available, please check out our other homes in the area. They are all DIRECT GULF FRONT and have pools .**

"Halekaii 2" in Orange Beach AL (4 Bedrooms - Next door to Heavenly Sunrise & Sunset.)
"Heavenly Sunrise" in Orange Beach AL (5 Bedrooms)
"Heavenly Sunset" in Orange Beach AL (5 Bedrooms)
"Waterside" in Orange Beach AL (10 Bedrooms) This is Heavenly Sunrise & Heavenly Sunset Combined.
"Romar House at Beachside" in Orange Beach AL (8 bedrooms)
"Castle in the Sand East" in Orange Beach AL (9 Bedrooms)
"Castle in the Sand West" in Orange Beach AL (9 Bedrooms)
"The Pearl" in Gulf Shores AL (12 Bedrooms)
"Seaside East" in Gulf Shores AL (12 Bedrooms)
"Seaside West" in Gulf Shores AL (12 Bedrooms)



(CANCELLATION POLICY: Our cancellation fee is 10% on base rate before fees, then between 120 to 179 days prior to scheduled arrival the first payment of 25% is non-refundable , and under 120 days prior to scheduled arrival all payments are nonrefundable. Trip insurance can be added during booking process for 6.9%. )


Keywords: "Castle in The Sand West" Orange Beach Gulf Front Beach House, Gulf Shores Beach House, beachfront home, private, luxury home, private heated pool, orange beach, gulf shores, direct gulf front. Wedding Friendly with additional fee on approved events, Corporate Retreat.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

ALVacationRentals.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 6300 sq ft (585 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 27

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

"castle IN THE Sand West" Orange Beach Al 9 Bdrm Private Pool
"CASTLE IN THE SAND West" Orange Beach AL 9 bdrm Private Pool.
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"Castle in the Sand West" Orange Beach AL-9 BDRM/9.5Bth Prvt Pool.Great Location Reviews

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
The house is great for families. Large bedrooms and bathrooms. Great gathering space on first level and the kitchen was stocked well. 2 refrigerators and stoves and sinks/dishwashers is a plus! We needed one thing during our stay and we texted property manager. He brought it right over!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great gathering place
We had 18 for our family reunion ranging in age from 70 to 7. Everyone had a great time. Being right on the beach is nice and there were many games played in the pool. We’ll be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Super house, great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Bonnie R., Pleasant view, tn 37146

Disliked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This property looked as though it would be perfect. We had it rented 3yrs ago , due to family emergency we had to reschedule . It was nice and roomy for our group of 17. My husband and I could not go up the stairs and stayed on the first floor. I did think the property should have been cleaned more throughly for the price we paid for our group. I believe the house could use a few updates. When we rent a place for our family we want it to be immaculate. We did enjoy our family time, but due to our age will not rent here again. I would recommend it for a large group but also would state about some updates in some of the furniture and flooring downstairs. I did not go to the 2nd or 3rd floor
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness
CASTLE IN THE SAND
This home was perfect for our family get away vacation. We always have a very large group. This house was perfect for accommodating a large crowd. The owners thought of everything to make our stay comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Orange Beach Timeout
Our family has gathered on the Gulf Coast for more than 40 yrs. As our family grows so does the property need. The Castle in the Sand was perfect: enough bedrooms , several gathering spaces and short private beach access. We loved the open well equipped kitchen and large dining table. Overall a GREAT week.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
A good time was had by all
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marsha m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Place on the Gulf Coast
We have been coming to the gulf for over 20 years and this place Castle in the Sand West was by far our favorite! Plenty of spaces to be alone or gather together as a group of 17. Very well stocked kitchen for family meals. Private beach, swimming pool and great communication with host Greg…what more could you ask for?
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim B., Bentonville, AR, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!
Wow! Our stay at Castle in the Sand West was fabulous! Our large family group (ages 8 months through 85 years) enjoyed a wonderful beach vacation, thanks largely to this beautiful facility and location. Beyond having clean and well thought out accommodations, here are some of the highlights. • We had our own uncrowded beach close to the house. We didn’t have to claim our spot early in the morning. We didn’t feel like we had to take everything out to the beach because we could easily walk back to the house to get a drink or some other thing we had left on the large deck. To the west was a stretch of isolated beach which was great for walks and shell hunting. • The house was well arranged for togetherness and fellowship in the living area and the kitchen and dining area were large, well supplied, and inviting. The separate ice maker was very convenient. The southern and western windows allowed for an excellent view of beach, water, and sunsets. • The large entry area was very helpful for storing golf clubs and other stuff we had brought on our trip. • The pool and deck were perfect for our group, and was a wonderful place to lounge, talk, and play. • The bedrooms allowed for retreat from the group, and the rooms were well insulated from sound. The bunkroom was great for our kids. • Greg, with Alabama vacation rentals, was EXTREMELY responsive and helpful, answering questions promptly prior to our trip, but, in reality, I never had to contact him during our stay because everything was in order. OK, the Wi-Fi should have been faster and another washer/dryer would have been helpful. And I prefer Saturday to Saturday rental (some of our group had to leave a day early to get back to Arkansas), but these issues in no way disrupted a fantastic trip to Orange Beach. Thank you, Greg, VRBO, and owners for a great beach experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
We loved the house so much we booked it again for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We stayed here mid to late April. The heated pool was an excellent option for when we weren’t in the ocean. The ocean area is great because it is pretty shallow for quite a ways. We hardly had anyone near us on the beach. The home was laid out well and offered plenty of room for everyone. The manager was quick to reply to our communication.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best House Layout
I've never stayed in a better designed house. Wonderful kitchen, perfect place for laundry, loaded with all the cooking utensils, cookware, and place settings you need. Wonderful family gathering space, and just yards from the ocean. Only complaints at the plastic sheets, old fitted sheets, and uncomfortable dining room chairs. They put bruises on my thighs after a few days.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach House
My family met here for a week of our Christmas break- it was awesome! The house is beautiful, location second to none (empty huge lot next door), well equipped kitchen and great heated pool on the back deck. We ranged in age from 22 months to 58 years- everyone loved it. We left the beach discussing plans to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
We had the most wonderful time staying at Orange Beach West! Everyone had plenty of space to feel comfortable. The kitchen was set up perfectly to entertain large groups. The view of the sunset each night was gorgeous! We all said on the first night that we will be staying there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had the most wonderful stay. The house is absolutely gorgeous. Right out the beautiful beach.
Greg was so very helpful and took care of everything
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

wanda s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer fun time
Our 6th year to stay here in the castle. Big enough for all the family to have some space. Love having 2 dishwashers and 2 refrigerators. Our own pool is a must have!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Fun!!!
Great beach house! Beautiful location! We had a wonderful time!! Perfect for a large family!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

LAURA H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic trip. Great experience for my family! Will book again!
Amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jerilyn R.

Fantastic home with plenty of space for everyone
This was our first time in Orange Beach. This home is everything it says and even more. You are just a few short steps to the beach, a wonderful pool out your back door and if you are looking for other things to do, there is plenty near by and lots of food options also. Greg was great to work with and very quick to respond anytime we had a question. We definitely hope to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Castle in the Sand West - Fabulous Vacation
This was one of the best vacations ever! Had 24 people that stayed and everything worked out wonderfully! All of us are hoping to do it again! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vicki A.

40th Wedding Anniversary Celebration
We enjoyed our half of this house this week, good times and great memories where made. Our group of 17, ages 4-79, had lots of room to spread out and enjoy the week with lots of time at beach and in the pool. Nice area on gulf it was like we had our own beach area, no crowds making it even better for this relaxing week. Weather was just as we ordered, sunshine, sunshine and more sunshine.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

This house is absolutely fantastic! We had the BEST time!
The owner is wonderful and responsive. The house is spacious with a great little pool and it is directly on the beach! We went with a big group of friends and had plenty of room for food, luggage, and for everyone to spread out. We had a truly fantastic time !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Birmingham Southern College WBB - Retreat
We had a great time. The house was amazing... It was the perfect place for our retreat to kick off our season. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

Exceeded Expectations
Perfect trip from top to bottom. House was really nice, even better than the pictures. Small things like the double fridge and ice machine set this place a part. Just steps from the water and for those who like to have fun, a short walk to one of the best bars in the South. And btw...we bought a few fishing rods on our way in and caught fish at will from the beach. Can't wait to come visit again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018