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Sunsets and Relaxation await - Spot of Sun Bay Cottage

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Outdoor dining
Beach nearby
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 437 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Gulf Shores, AL
  • Bon Secour Bay
    3 min walk
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    6 min walk
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    2 min drive
  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    82 min drive

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About the area

Gulf Shores

With a stay at this vacation home in Gulf Shores, you'll be on the waterfront, just a 3-minute walk from Bon Secour Bay and 6 minutes by foot from Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. .This vacation home is 14.9 mi (24 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Fort Morgan.

What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Fort Morgan - 15 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 21 min drive - 24.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

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
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a water park, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Shonna Nance - Owner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

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
  • Golf nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Marina 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 installed (host has indicated that 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

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 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 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

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Sunsets Relaxation Await Spot of Sun Bay Cottage

Sunsets and Relaxation await - Spot of Sun Bay Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 131 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 131 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 131 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away.
Very nice, clean and comfortable. Just right for a couple. We fished, enjoyed the sunsets from the pier and had a great vaca. The bed was so comfortable and the shower was great. Kitchen was set up really nice. We loved the back deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great private getaway
Lovely, relaxing, waterfront cottage. Perfect size for two. Comfortably equipped. Will book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach House Paradise
We have been coming back to this beach house for the past 5 years and absolutely love it. Great fishing and crabbing. Very ptivate. The pier is an extra bonus. Above all the owner is so easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Amazing❤️
Had a wonderful vacation!! My husband and I loved the location, private with gorgeous views! The private pier is excellent for fishing! Would 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Relaxing
Loved this property! Very clean, comfortable bed, awesome private covered back deck with private pier. Visited Fort Morgan, took ferry to Dauphin Island for the day, and close to Gulf Shores. Some of our favorite restaurants nearby were Sassy Bass and Tacky Jacks. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R., Reynoldsvill, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
On bay
Perfect size and clean. Enjoyed dock on the water. Husband was able to fish. Will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing dream
This is our second stay at this property. We enjoy the seclusion, ease of water access, fishing when desired. It’s a cute, quaint little place. It suited our needs perfectly. Would stay again❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla Benton H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Beautiful view and loved watching my son fish on the pier. We would definitely stay here again, but will bring some extra sleeping arrangements since mattress on couch is very thin. Overall, it was exactly what we needed and wish we could have stayed longer. Host was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little bungalow for 2. Quiet neighborhood and the back deck and dock were awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat A., Hernando, MS

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Weekend
The house was a perfect size for just the two of us. It was cozy and equipped with everything we needed. My husband loved the long, private pier to fish off of and made friends with a herring that he fed small fish to. There were several restaurants and pizza places close by and also a very well stocked Dollar General. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay off the beaten path
Everything was as advertised. We enjoyed the bay and sunset views, Hank the heron, fishing from the dock, the quiet surroundings and proximity to Fort Morgan Beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

vickie a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice place
The property was very clean and accommodating. Check in was super easy and communication with the host was a 10+. Very relaxing area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip
Nice little place, perfect for a couple. The pier is a nice addition.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing from the Dock
Property is small but just right for my husband and myself. Enjoyed our 6 days - we would come back. Enjoyed fishing and sitting on deck enjoying the dolphins and birds. Did see 2 alligators in the morning along the dock. The downside there is very little closet and storage space - so don’t bring many clothes - only 1 closet to hang clothes and no chest of drawers to store clothes. Outside dining area needs a fan - can get rather hot and steamy. Enjoyed our time and enjoyed and sunrises and sunsets.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had Fun
Very restful, quiet area but close enough to go to Gulf Shores, etc. We loved the back porch and long pier. It was big enough for two people, the kitchen and bath rooms were very nice and supplied well. We will request it again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
The cottage was super cute! My husband and I had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable Stay
Pros: Size nice for two, semi-private location, fishing from dock, all kitchen appliances, outside grill, easy to find. Cons: Bedding cleanliness (lack of), uneven floor can pinch toes if not careful (yes, we read the reviews and understand why the floors are uneven and knew that before we rented, but a warning to future renters (watch your toes)), sand beach & bulkhead needs TLC, no lighting on dock, no way to get on dock if you fall off (no ladder/steps), sliding glass back door very difficult to open/close. Overall it was a nice stay and we enjoyed. Just a few things (mentioned above) that really need some attention. Would probably take a good weekend or two of fixing/adjusting things, cleaning up the outside, etc. That would make for a world of difference. And I would definitely discuss bedding with the housekeeper, it needs to be much cleaner. Also, low tide it is almost impossible to climb back on the dock without assistance if someone falls over. Can't really swim ashore on the property because of the bulkhead covered with barnacles... safety hazard. Need to swim two lots down to area with no bulkhead. Overall outside/beach cleanup would make a big difference and would be much more inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little Cottage
Place was just as described. Loved fishing from the dock, and we even caught a few fish. Clean and comfortable. Loved the old wood floors. Reminded me of my great grandma and grandpa’s floor. Brought back some great memories. Just peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 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

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

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