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Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties

Beachfront vacation home near Gulf Shores Beach

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On the beach
TV, DVD player, stereo
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 121500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

On the beach.You'll find Gulf Shores Beach and West Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Gulf Shores vacation home. Lagoon Pass Park and Wade Ward Nature Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lagoon Pass Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • West Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Fort Morgan - 32 min drive - 28.6 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Happy Pappy Coffee House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬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.

Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties

The Sea Star, Previously known as Cocoa's Cabana. Authentic, newly renovated, beach house directly on the sugar white sands of the Gulf of Mexico in Gulf Shores, AL!

Look no further for your perfect home away from home on the beautiful beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Quiet, yet close to dining, shopping, and festivals. This spacious, comfortable beach home is waiting for you with its mesmerizing views and large relaxing deck. If you love the sound of waves and the sparkle of clear blue waters, this is the vacation rental for you. Watch dolphins play, help baby sea turtles find their way home, or float the day away, right in front of your vacation home. The name of this home is Cocoa's Cabana- all who visit know they are experiencing a well-deserved vacation away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

This house has added a 3rd bathroom! Bedroom layout as follows:
King Bedroom with bathroom
Queen Bedroom with bathroom
King Bedroom shares a full hall bathroom
Bunk Bedroom (one twin over twin bunk, one full over full bunk)

Important Information
*Primary guest must be 25 years or older unless approved by Signature Properties.

Due to fraud, a driver's license and selfie must be uploaded as well as a Tenant Vacation Rental Agreement with Signature Properties must be electronically signed to secure your reservation.

Cancellation Policy:
A reservation deposit of 25% is due at time of reservation and will be applied to total amount. The balance of the total amount is due on or before 90 days (house) or 60 days (condo) or 180 days (rentals more than 13 nights) from arrival.

A 60 day notice (condos) or 90 day notice (houses) or 180 days (rentals for more than 13 nights) from arrival date is required for any cancellation to receive a refund of deposit. The $99 Reservation Fee is non-refundable and a Cancellation Fee of $100 will apply. If less than required notice is given, every effort will be made to re-rent the property. If we are unable to rent the property, no refunds will be due. If the property is re-rented at full rental rate, you will receive a refund less the Cancellation Fee and Non-Refundable Reservation Fee.

Come see why memories are made here. Signature Properties welcomes you. Your Vacation will always be Our Priority! We are available 24/7 for any of your vacation needs. At Signature Properties, we strive on making each vacation a one of a kind experience personalized for each guest. Please let us know what we can do to make your vacation perfect! Book today and you won't be disappointed!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • 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

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

2144-156643

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.3 mi (71-min drive) away from the Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties to the beach?

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

Does Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties to downtown Gulf Shores?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Gulf Shores.

Gulf Front, Steps from the Beach, Newly Renovated-Signature Properties Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best sleep I’ve gotten in years! Haha. Perfect view. Perfect location. Will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous

It was as close to perfect as you can get!!! Beautiful house, gorgeous view! Everything was so clean. There were 6 adults and 5 kids. We all slept comfortably. Everyone enjoyed every day and didn’t want to leave, especially our 6 year old. She wanted to live there. Thank you for making our vacation one to remember!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house

This rental was great. We loved the single floor layout, lots of room for everyone in common areas, great kids room, wonderful deck that was partially covered with lots of seating. Perfectly clean and well maintained. Communication with the host was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host! Loved the house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness

April trip with the hubs!

wonderful place to stay - property is in wonderful condition. No issues at all and would love to stay at this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Infinity H.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Black Family

Very nice house, it looked newly renovated. The house was clean and beds were comfy. It’s in a good location. Beach access was perfect!! The booking was easy. They kept in touch during our stay to make sure everything was satisfactory. Our entire experience was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chirine A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of paradise

We loved our little place, it was just perfect for our family, will 100% return
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Break

This was a great week. The Sea Star should be the Shining Star. It was clean, cute, and current! The house was well stocked with great kitchen utensils and full appliances that worked well for us. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall beach trip

The house was very nice. Great location. The bed frame on one of the beds broke during the night, we informed the property manager the next morning, and they had someone there within an hour to correct it. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review

Great place with beach access. The property manager was great! Very quick response with any questions I had. Will be back next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun

House was really nice
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keiston B.

Liked: Cleanliness

First Family Vacation

My wife and I stayed here with our 11-month-old son for a week. The house was in a great location. It was the perfect distance from the crowds, but still close to all the shopping and food options. The home was completely updated and felt like a high-end private home. Everything was extremely cozy and clean. We could not have asked for anything better.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

The home was very up to date and clean. The interior design was beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debora R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

This house was perfect for us! Large bedrooms, bathroom for everyone and close to the water. Huge deck to relax on in the evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

courtney c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Beautiful -amazing Haven’t stopped dreaming about it since we left
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ria R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location but bare minimum

My family of 8 adults all stayed comfortably at Jus Piddlin! We originally booked another house back in December but got a call two months before our trip that it was cancelled due to a pipe burst. So this was the house available during our stay. It’s a prime location! Not too busy and a perfect view! I would say the thing this VRBO is missing is details. You have to bring EVERYTHING. No sugar, coffee filters, beach towels, charcoal, etc. No rugs or personal touches which makes sense because this is a company owned and not family owned. The downstairs bathroom has a bit of a bug problem but all beds and sheets were comfortable and clean. The fridge takes a long time to get cold enough to keep your items cold. We were nervous our milk and meat would go bad but after a couple days it got cold. I just think this VRBO could invest in a better fridge, rugs, better bath towels, and outdoor chairs that you can see the view when you sit outside. Overall we had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley D.

Liked: Cleanliness

The house was beautiful. We’ve stayed near here before and love this area of the beach.

Rental process was wonderful and easy. Hose was beautiful. Will likely come again and stay here
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vacation

Our family two grown children, their spouses. Their children a total of 3 under the age of 7. We had a great stay. Even though we had to contact the owners a couple of times during our stay. They were very responsive both times. Once we requested a new hose to rinse off after coming back from the beach. The one that was originally there had multiple holes in it. They brought one over in a couple of hours. The second call was more serious as the air conditioner stopped working and a whole new unit had to be installed. The owners had a repair person there within a few hours and the new unit was installed by the end of the day. The pictures online make the house appear slightly larger than it actually was but I think that is the case with most Vrbo sites. We did have to provide our own toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags and dish washing soap. It was a bit of a hike to the ocean due to having to climb a sand dune to get to the beach. But all in all we had a wonderful vacation. The back deck was a favorite of the kids.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would Stay Here Again

Great Location. House was Clean and Well Stocked. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Marla N.

Liked: Cleanliness

CCWB

Location was great, beach an A+. The house layout is good for a large family however a full size refrigerator is in need and there were no towel hooks in one bath, no storage shelf, cabinet, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Clean and neat and comfortable. Plenty of privacy and great beach access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Deck

Wonderful home! Had a great time with family I. This spacious home. Deck is great!! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad C., Dallas, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time even with the rain.

Property was great. Had to deal with rain 2 days and house and outside patio area was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bilenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

The property was very clean great access to beach. The only thing I would suggest would be they had some beach towels. We are planning on booking this property again next year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022