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Slackwater - A Pass Time Cottage on Little Lagoon

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Oven, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker, toaster
Smart TV
Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12190 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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gulf shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

When you stay at this vacation home in Gulf Shores, you'll be near the beach, a 1-minute drive from Gulf Shores Beach and 6 minutes from Gulf State Park. .This vacation home is 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from The Wharf and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Orange Beach Beaches.

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Gulf State Park - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬5 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.

Slackwater - A Pass Time Cottage on Little Lagoon

Slackwater
 
Enjoy a relaxing vacation on the water at Slackwater! By definition, Slackwater is a period of time in a body of tidal water when the water is completely unstressed. Unstressed is exactly how guests will feel in this new 4 bedroom 4 bathroom home which features ample living space with two expansive floors and over 2000 square feet in the prime West Beach area of Gulf Shores.  Located in the Pass Time Community, Slackwater is just steps from both the Gulf beach and a local favorite beach Little Lagoon Pass. This low-density community has a sparkling pool shared by only nine homes! With the pool directly outside the door and newly constructed fishing pier, guests can experience what Gulf Shores has to offer without leaving the home! If activity is your thing, Slackwater is just a five minute drive to the center of town for dining, shopping, and entertainment. 
 

About Slackwater

Slackwater is the perfect beach home for your large family or even multiple families, with ample space for 12 guests and parking for up to 4 cars. On the main level, beautiful beachy decor, a wide open floor plan, and wall-to-wall windows are the cornerstone of coastal elegance. Plenty of seating and an extra-large TV provide an excellent space for entertaining and relaxing all while overlooking the gorgeous Little Lagoon. The fully stocked kitchen has counter space for preparing meals for a crowd and the window overlooking the pool brings the outside in. On the huge covered deck, relax in the captains chairs and enjoy the breeze! The main floor also features one bedroom with a king sized bed and TV as well as one full bathroom with a walk in shower. 
 
Moving upstairs, the huge master suite has its own private balcony with plenty of seating and a great view of the water. Sit outside and relax before bed to the sounds of the beach. Guests will also find a TV and expansive master bathroom with dual sinks and a tub/shower combo. Across the hall is another king bedroom with TV and private bathroom. Finally, down the hall is the kids' retreat, a bunk room equipped with a TV, DVD player, private full bathroom and two sets of bunk beds, one full and one twin to sleep 6.  
 
Outside Slackwater, guests are just steps to a local favorite beach, Little Lagoon Pass. The Pass is the perfect swimming spot for families with children, featuring beautiful white sand, sparkling shallow water, and the perfect location to launch a kayak for a day of fishing. Speaking of fishing, follow the paved walking path to the brand new fishing pier, stretching 100+ feet out over the lagoon and enjoy a day of reeling them in! Bring a propane tank and grill up your catch on the large gas grill provided for guest use. 
 
Guests can even access the beautiful Gulf WITHOUT CROSSING A STREET! A few steps beyond the Lagoon Pass beach leads to the sandy shores of the Gulf! Simply follow the walking path below the bridge and find yourself directly on the beach! The prime location of this gorgeous new home along with its expansive interior, sparkling pool, and easy access to TWO beaches and a fishing pier make Slackwater the perfect location for your family vacation.

For large parties, guests can also rent Always Summer, and Pass Time Cottage, two identical homes just steps away!

Book activities with us here!
 
About Gulf Shores
 
Gulf Shores is well known for its sugary-white sand beaches with sparkling blue water, its world-class fishing, and its exceptional dining and entertainment.  Gulf Shores presents a great family environment with something to do for everyone! Whether you prefer taking a bike ride at The Gulf State Park, watching some live music at The Hangout, or having a Go-Kart race at The Track, you are sure to enjoy all of the great things that Gulf Shores has to offer!
 
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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with an oven and a dishwasher. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
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

Harris Vacations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart 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

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing 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: 2,040 square feet

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

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
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

Vrbo Property
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Slackwater - A Pass Time Cottage on Little Lagoon Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Denise D.

Iffy

We have stayed here 3 times previous and this 4th was not best experience. We needed 3 codes through the first few days to get one that worked to be able to get in. Did not get an overnight number til later Sat. Took up to 6 times for code to work. Just kept spinning. After drivjng over 12 hours we wanted to get in. Finally someone came and oiled lock and then worked on loke to 3rd day. So getting in was an issue for the first couple days. There was much trash ..old food under sofa and food and dishes under one of bunk beds. Mold is very apparent in washing machine. And communication was iffy about issues. I could not access checkout and while i think I remember did not have a real list. I think we left in good shape. We will likely not be back even though generally speaking have loved this house. We have many great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Great Rental but lacking detailed cleaning & fast communication

Our family really enjoyed our stay at the property. The location is great & having 2 fridges was really convenient for our large group. My only two criticisms is that we did not get our questions/comments about the property answered by the manager & the general cleanliness. The property had sand in it upon our arrival. The washer has mold which made our clothes smell weird once we washed them. I made the property manager aware but they did not respond. One of the bunk beds also does not have a functional safety rail. Luckily, we did not need to use that bed. It is definitely not safe for young children as-is. Overall we had a great time! The lagoon in the back was perfect for our young children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Late Summer Get Away

Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Flemming B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Vacay 2023

We had a fantastic time! The house was everything they said it was on their website. Fully stocked kitchen, lots of sleeping space and great location. I will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place to stay

We had an amazing time on our vacation! The property was perfect and in a great location. The kids loved the swimming pool which was right outside our door. The kitchen was equipped with everything imaginable: crockpot, blender, griddle, etc. We only ate out one meal the whole week! There was a cabinet full of games, books and puzzles for rainy days or hot afternoons.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Its was beautiful comfortable and relaxing
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Getaway!

This home was incredible! Beautiful & simple decor, comfortable & we loved the extra large table which easily seated our party of 9 (4 adults + 5 kids). Beautiful view of the lagoon from the main great room (kitchen/dining/living) and both large balconies. The walk to the beach was quick & easy, especially using the wagon provided. We did a ton of cooking and the house was equipped with everything we needed and then some. Do note that you will need to bring anything consumable (i.e. olive oil, salt/pepper, spices, ziplock bags, aluminum foil, etc.) Communication with the property manager was stellar! I received a welcome text upon arrival. And, although the internet was out during our stay, they promptly sent a repair person to fix the issue. Unfortunately for us it wasn't an easy fix so it wasn't up and running until the morning of our checkout, but that was no fault of the property manager. We look forward to returning to Slackwater in the future! *** Don't forget to bring beach towels and cooking consumables to ensure a seamless vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place

Check-in was easy, and the property was clean and in a great spot. Communication from property management was also great. My only complaint was there wasn’t any extra toilet paper, paper towels, or dishwasher detergent. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Location was perfect, enjoyed the views from the balconies. Loved walking the shore paths and having access to the gulf.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

heather t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice property

We had a nice family vacation in Gulf Shores. Property was well maintained and looked just like the pictures on the listing. We enjoyed the proximity to the beach. 2 of the toilets weren't working properly when we arrived, but had a plumber come promptly to fix the issue. They did have some beach items to use, unfortunately several chairs were broken, so couldn't use them. Overall, we had a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jewel N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous home, very clean, beautiful views!

10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location

Location was great. House was clean and balcony was as fantastic. Short walk to the gulf .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

We stayed with 2 other couples. The 3 king beds and separate bathrooms were awesome. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cooking essentials were clean and ready to go. Bring all spices and food that you will need. There was a drip coffee maker and a keurig. Downstairs storage for sandy chairs and such was nice. They even have a wagon you can use to take things to the beach. It's a bit of a walk to the beach hauling umbrellas, a cooler and chairs. So if you have a lot of stuff or someone who can't walk far this isn't the place for you. The pool was a few feet away. It was clean. We really enjoyed sitting on the porch and drinking coffee in the morning. I wouldn't pack fishing supplies. We didn't see anything off the pier but hermit crabs and blue crabs. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slackwater 1632

Recently visited this location 6 family members, there was room for more. Awesome vacation for any family. Viewing and visiting the lagoon and the beach was so relaxing. Pooling area appeared to be very clean.The living room, dining area and the kitchen was very spacious. Plenty of utensils, appliances etc. Sitting on the deck watching the pelican , people fishing, walking the trail getting their exercise in for the day . Fishes was bitting, people friendly. Not able to see Netflix, but it was ok. Enjoyed the trip I was there on sept. 11-14 the trip was much needed. Booked the trip guys it’s worth every dollar..
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

This is the first vacation house i have ever stayed in and it was amazing. Beautiful home with terrific space. Family loved the beach and the rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Susan I.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Great kitchen supplies and toys . Lovely spot.

So easy

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Spot!

With the ease of the beach, and the lagoon, we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect spot for our family! We loved the house also! Seriously the beat we have ever slept on vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tara I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slackwater

Loved location and cleanliness. Best of lagoon beach and pool access.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, beautiful house!

As a group of 6 adults there was plenty of room for all of us and then some. The location was perfect. Short walk to the beach. We didn’t use the pool but did use the pool deck for some exercising. Great balconies with a fantastic view. Not all VRBOs have spices and such, this one had NONE just be warned. They did tell us that ahead of time, but we were hoping for basics (oil, salt, pepper) that weren’t there. No big deal. Rouses grocery was our favorite. The house itself was clean, very nice, had lots of utensils, pots, pans, even Tupperware for us to save our leftovers while we were there. Overall we had a fantastic time! And would probably return to this property, or another one managed by this company. They sent text messages throughout our stay to ensure everything was good. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Great place, great location. Thank uyoy!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimarie b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

We traveled with 3 families from Wisconsin. We had a 7 month old, 2 yr old, 4 yr old, 5 yr old, 8 yr old, 9 yr old, and a 14 yr old. The house was perfect for all ages, especially since it has a booster seat and a play pen. We were very thankfully for each family having their own bathrooms and all the necessary utilities in the kitchen. Great location! Thank you for letting us stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lagoon/Beach Paradise!

This was our first time visiting Gulf Shores and Slackwater #5 was all as described and more! The house was amazing, we all had our own room and plenty of space. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals and the grill was so nice also! The deck furniture was comfortable and we loved sitting and watching the activity on the lagoon and pier. The house was clean and so relaxing that we didn’t want to leave! we could not believe how peaceful and quiet it was. We loved the short walk to the beach and watching the birds on the lagoon. We were all so amazed at the sand on the beach, so fun to just walk on the beach and look at all the shells and sea life. We walked to the beach and saw some amazing sunsets. Watched the dolphins in the ocean, and just relaxed watching and listening to the ocean. A few highlights of our trip were visiting Fort Morgan, walking on the Gulf Shores Park fishing pier, LuLu’s and the Yard. We definitely will be back! Getting the text reminders and info for checking in was a nice touch! Thank you Harris Properties!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

The property was very clean, beautiful and convenient to things we wanted to do.

We had a wonderful trip. We took a short trip just to get away. Although we didn’t realize how cold it would get we still had a wonderful trip. The house was beautiful, very clean and had everything we needed. Would love to come back when it’s warm.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great condo

We loved the space this property gave our family of 10 and more who came to hangout. Loved the balcony overlooking the bay. Great location!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Caryn Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Location

The location to the beach was very convenient. It also had a nice lagoon area right next door that was great for the little kids in our group. The property had a nice outdoor shower for rinsing off sand after spending several hours at the beach, and the community pool was very convenient and nice when we didn’t want to go in the ocean. I liked this property it was very comfortable for our party of 8.