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TV, DVD player
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81404 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Waterville USA
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

On the beach.With a stay at this well-placed vacation home, you'll be half a mile (1 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Gulf State Park. West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Gulf State Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Waterville USA - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬4 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.

Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view

Nova Grande

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This Gulffront home is located down West Beach in Gulf Shores and is ready to host your next beach getaway! This large, family-friendly home has an open dining and living area with vaulted ceilings, stunning views from the primary bedroom, and a gourmet kitchen with a wooden bar. Spend fun afternoons in the living area whether chatting with your friends or watching TV. Your very own private sun deck boasts astonishing beach and Gulf views, perfect for sunbathing with a view.

The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo and its more than 300 animals, amazing up-close animal encounters and shows, The Track and its endless family-friendly fun with go-karts, rides, and arcade, Pinnacle 14 Theaters, Tiki's Mini-Golf, and the Alabama Gulf State Park & Pier are all a short drive away. Orange Beach Marina and Zeke's Marina offer fishing charters, dolphin cruises, and watersport rentals. Cactus Cantina, The Hangout, Lulu's, and Picnic Beach are popular restaurants you can find a short drive away.

House Rules
Check-in time: 4:00 PM.
Check-out time: 10:00 AM.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
The property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Alabama

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,404 square feet

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

29655
Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

How close is Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.5 mi (70-min drive) away from the Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view to downtown Gulf Shores?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Gulf Shores.

Centrally-located Gulf front paradise w/furnished sun deck & gorgeous water view Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location-Just Okay House

The good: The house has a great location. It is close to town and it is right on the beach. It has a deck. The bad: This house is extremely dated and could use repairs. While I didn't think that would be a problem, it was. Broken tiles/caulking in the bathroom cut my foot, the spiral staircase is very narrow and the hand rail is PVC pipe that is not at all stable, the carpet has stains, the sliding glass window in the bedroom has no way of closing the blinds as the mechanism is broken, one of the beds had come apart and we had to fix it, the living room ceiling fan light doesn't really work. There are no blankets- just a comforter and sheet on each bed. The beds are in extreme need of new mattresses. The kitchen is one of the best stocked we've seen as far as dishes go. However as a word of caution- there is absolutely nothing in the way of pantry staples- We are used to at least some salt and pepper- be sure to bring your own. There were no coffee filters. We are used to receiving directions as far as what our obligations are prior to leaving and I assume you don't have to do anything as I couldn't find any information about that anywhere. In the future, we will book at a different house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Purple Paradise

Loved this little cottage by the sea. It was clean when we arrived - we didn't need to contact anyone for anything. It was just what we wanted and I hope to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Dawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good family trip with a few issues

Overall, we enjoyed our stay but had a few issues that will keep us from renting this house again. Received message 4 days prior to travel that there was an issue with fridge and that fridge would be repaired on day we were to arrive. Also stated would take 12hrs to cool. It took 48 hrs to get cold. Had to keep meat in freezer to keep from spoiling. The property is used for beach access. People walking through the property next to cars, where we were cooking to access the beach. I reached to Vacasa on day one with no help on this. During our 6 day stay had hundreds of people walking through day and night. Zero privacy! The built-in blind in the master bedroom is broken open. Didn’t get to sleep in due to 0500 sun shining into room. I noted this in a previous comment but hasn’t been repaired. Upper outlets in the room 2 do not work.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kellie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, beautiful place, major electrical issues.

I would rate this place 5 stars if it was not for the substantial electrical issues. Areas of the home would lose power for periods of time, weird power surges would start happening when running appliances. We went a few hours without power at one point after using the stove. If the electrical issues were addressed, I would book this place again, but I would not stay there again as is. Location is great. Place is clean and beautiful. Perfect for a family with kids when the wiring is fixed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness

May 2024

Overall the house was nice and right on the beach. There were more than enough beds but not comfortable at all. The lighting in the house flickered a lot. Could not use bathroom light and kitchen light at the same time. The home is older so may need some wiring updated. The TV’s did not work upstairs. There was a dvd player but no cable to connect to tv. The shades in the patio door in the main bedroom had shades build in and one side would not close completely.Our kids had their phones and iPad and watched them. We stayed on the beach mainly, so our stay was nice. It rained the first day bad and the wind was horrible. I thought the home was very shaky and it scared my kids along we my spouse and I.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Misty C.

Great, quick getaway

The property was perfect for what we were looking for, a quick spring break getaway. The house was the perfect size for us. Was great to be able to wake up to the beach view each morning. Could be updated slightly but overall was great for price.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Location!

As advertised, this home is right on the beach. The access was thee best! It was ideal for our family Spring Break. Everything needed in the house & so much to do in the Gulf Shores area. We will be back! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

andrea w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little older beach home

Beach is right out the back door! Great location! The beds are in desperate/immediate need of replacement. If you aren't worried about sleep then its a great place to stay! The beach being so close made up for lack of sleep, but wouldn't stay again based on the beds being so worn.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little getaway

Loved the house and the location! Right on the beach and hardly anyone around so it was very relaxing. Had all the amenities we needed and it was nice to have the washer and dryer. (Pack less clothes)
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint Beach Cottage

My mom and I stayed at Nova Grande for a few days. The property is as listed in the posting. While the property is a bit dated it was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with plenty of pots, pans, and utensils. Be aware there is no additional paper products, salt/pepper, ziplock bags, coffee filters, etc. while this wasn’t an issue for us I just remarked it because I am used to finding those things in most beach houses I rent. There is ample sleeping spaces for you and all your guests. The loft area would be great if traveling with kids. The house could use a bit of maintenance. There are missing handles on closet doors, the closet door in the back bedroom is off its track and I couldn’t figure out how to get it back on. The slider is missing off the blinds in the front room which was disappointing because the view would be amazing from the bed if you could slide the blinds open. We very much enjoyed ourselves during our stay and I would book again. This is the furthest west I have ever stayed in Gulf Shores and I loved the area. No high rise condos which equals a much less crowded beach. Nova Grande is a real find.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location is good

This is a good home for a family home. Not fancy but excellent location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good price but house needs work

One of the beds was broken. Stains on ceiling from last visitor. Cleaning crew was still cleaning at 4. So, late check in. Too many people access the beach through this property. Needs to be blocked. Good price and over all not bad but you get what you pay for.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

Looked just like it did on the internet. Beach access right in your back yard, can't beat that.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Joseph F.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Unclean and unsafe

Upon arrival to the house, we found garbage under the couches and end tables. Also, under the beds. And by garbage, I mean left over food wrappers, food pieces, Segal feathers, and various other little trinkets. There was a blood-stained blanket that was given to us to use (which I get happens) but I don't feel it should be left at a property used for guests. The pin pad to get into the house was old and kept breaking down on us. If we were all out of the house at one time, we definitely could have gotten locked out. The appliances were old and missing pieces. For example, the blender was missing its top. The crockpot was missing its turn dial. Most of the pots and pans need to be replaced. The shades on the windows did not work, and there was this magnetic piece that was supposed to control the shades going up or down. It broke and injured my hand. The loft upstairs swayed back and forth while the wind blew... it was kind of scary lol. And the strangest cherry on top was the mysterious vacuum cleaner... We were not given a vacuum cleaner. And it was stressful because the living room is carpeted. Gosh dang crumbs all over the carpet! We didn't say anything to the staff about this, but we were meaning to. On the second to last day of us being there, I left the house for a moment to run to the store. 4 people were still in the home while I was gone. They must have been in their rooms because when I arrived back from the store, a vacuum was sitting right in the living room. It was nice to finally have a vacuum, but the problem was that nobody in the home let a staff member in to put the vacuum there. I was never notified that someone was coming. And not one person actually saw or interacted with whoever brought the vacuum. This means that someone just let themselves in. I had a baby and two young children in the house. I find this extremely inappropriate. I sent an email about this to VACSA and have not received a response. So now I thought I would write a review about it since VRBO so kindly asked me to rate my experience. Go Packers!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Terry S.

Very happy with our stay.

Very good. I would do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stop before Florida

It was a perfect place right on the beach for a short stay before Florida. Our granddaughter and son-in-law enjoyed their 1st time to beach. A couple things they need is better towels and update on some skillets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa E.

Winter Break

Nova Grande was situated perfectly for us to enjoy our multiple day escape. It was conveniently located. The coast and within close proximity to sites in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to hang at the Beach

It was quiet, convenient and clean. Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Rodney Y.

We enjoyed our stay.

We arrived to a plumber and air conditioning maintenance men. We were tired from traveling and dealt with that. I understand things happen. Chairs were broken on the deck. All the stairs looked rotten and Unstable…Roaches alive and dead were in kitchen and by the beds. It needs a face lift inside. . The furniture was soiled. It needs a ramp coming off back deck to the beach. It’s cozy. Area rug in living room needs to go, it would look so much better.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Sheila H.

House needs updating.

House and deck needs updating. A fence or no trespassing sign needs to be put up as the public would constantly walk down the driveway and cut through the property to get to the beach. This caused an issue with privacy. Bugs were consistently in the bathroom off the kitchen. Stove top burners did not fit properly which caused issues when cooking. Spiral steps are tight and hard to maneuver especially when carrying luggage. Low water pressure made it difficult to get sand out of hair.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Christy M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Worst!

Kitchen appliances are OLD. Started with only 3 burners working.. By end of week only one worked. Countertops are old Formica in awful shape. Roaches and ants all week. Front bath toilet rocks when you sit on it. Shower curtain rod is duct tapped to top of shower!. Bath door is warped all across bottom. NO CABLE! HVAC inadequate to keep house cool in afternoon. Sliding doors don’t lock..blinds inside doors don’t work…..toddler could open front door…..no interior lock. Deck has 3 chaise lounges….one broken and can’t be used…2 plastic chairs…one broken…NO table or umbrella on deck! No cleaning supplies. Constant stream of people cutting through property to the beach. Shower outside has no handle. Front steps shaky and nails sticking up in places. ITS A HOLE! We won’t use VRBO again if there’s ANY chance that we might end up with a VACASA property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Crystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location on beach

Great location, right on beach. Close to marketplace. Property is not 3 bedroom as advertised- only 2 bedrooms with extra beds in loft only accessible by small spiral staircase. Beds and linens need to be upgraded - not comfortable. Beach chairs do not work. Nails coming up on front deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach House!

This cute purple beach house was exactly what we were looking for! The beach is steps away with a wonderful view from inside as well. Great location with cute shops and restaurants near by. Only downside was the path from the house to the beach is often used by fellow beach goers since there is no fence so just be mindful of people using it as public access. Otherwise was a great time with great views - you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls birthday weekend

Four life-long friends of 55 years, celebrated our 60th birthdays! Three of us flew in from Missouri and one drove in from Mississippi and had an absolutely wonderful five days! We had enough room and beds for everyone and enjoyed the deck and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022