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Beachfront vacation home near Gulf Shores Beach

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Outdoor dining
On the beach
Property grounds
A heated pool
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 184500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Gulf Shores Beach and West Beach. Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • West Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 23 min drive - 19.7 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬7 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.

Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly

Somewhere in Sand 2 – Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly

Welcome to Somewhere in Sand 2, a stunning luxury beachfront retreat managed by Harris Vacations in the highly sought after West Beach area of Gulf Shores. Designed for unforgettable group getaways, this expansive seven bedroom, seven and a half bathroom home comfortably accommodates large families, multi family vacations, and group retreats.
With direct beach access, a private pool, elevated Gulf views, and premium amenities throughout, this home offers the ultimate Gulf of Mexico vacation experience.

Located directly next door to Somewhere in Sand 1, both homes can be rented together to host larger groups, making this an ideal setup for reunions, weddings, or extended family vacations along the Alabama coast.

Outdoor Living
- Direct beachfront location in West Beach, Gulf Shores
- Private boardwalk with direct beach access
- Gulf front pool deck with private heated pool
- Private elevator with access to the first and second floors
- Outdoor dining area perfect for meals with a view
- Comfortable lounge seating overlooking the Gulf of Mexico
- Expansive deck space for relaxing and gathering
- Pet friendly accommodations

Indoor Comforts
Bright, open interiors are designed to showcase sweeping Gulf views from nearly every room. The main living level features two spacious living areas, offering plenty of room for entertaining or relaxing after a day at the beach.

The chef inspired kitchen includes high end appliances, custom cabinetry, beautiful countertops, a walk in pantry, ice maker, and a second refrigerator to easily accommodate large groups. Two dining areas provide ample seating for shared meals, games, or evening gatherings. A convenient powder room is also located on the main level.

Guests will appreciate the elevator access to the first and second floors, multiple laundry areas, smart televisions throughout, and thoughtful coastal design that blends comfort with upscale finishes.

Sleeping Arrangements
- Primary Suite (2nd Floor): 1 King, private bathroom, Gulf views, balcony access
- Bedroom 2 (2nd Floor): 1 King plus 2 twin built in bunks, private bathroom
- Bedroom 3 (2nd Floor): 1 Queen, private bathroom
- Bedroom 4 (3rd Floor): 1 Queen, private bathroom, Gulf views, balcony access
- Bedroom 5 (3rd Floor): 1 King, private bathroom, Gulf views, balcony access
- Bedroom 6 (3rd Floor): 1 King plus 2 twin built in bunks, private bathroom
- Bedroom 7 (3rd Floor): 1 King, private bathroom

Whether you are enjoying sunrise coffee from the balcony, spending the afternoon poolside, or walking directly onto the sugar white sands, Somewhere in Sand 2 offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and coastal adventure.

Additional Information
- Pool heating is a seasonal amenity and is not available from Memorial Day to Labor Day
- Pool dimensions: 15 feet by 10 feet, depth ranges from 2 feet to 4 feet
- Pet friendly property, maximum of two dogs allowed (additional fees apply)
- Private elevator provides access to the first and second floors only

For larger groups, consider booking the neighboring Somewhere in Sand 1 alongside this home to create an unforgettable Gulf Shores experience.

Book your stay with Harris Vacations and discover beachfront living at its finest.

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.

RISK
Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guests agree to exercise extreme caution at all times; for more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • 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: 4,500 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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
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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly to the airport?

This vacation home is 40.4 mi (73-min drive) away from the Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly to the beach?

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

Does Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly to downtown Gulf Shores?

This vacation home is 3.5 mi away from Gulf Shores.

Beachfront Luxury | Private Pool | Elevator | Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathe R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is stunning and a perfect spot for a large group. The kitchen is well stocked and has everything you need to cook for a crowd and for the first time we were able to seat everyone at the dining room tables - yes TABLES - at each meal. The view from the living area and bedrooms to the beach is stunning and the heated plunge pool is a lovely and unexpected amenity. I cannot say enough about how wonderful this location was for our family Christmas trip. I'm waiting to finalize the date and then planning to book it again if it's available - it's THAT great!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Harris properties were excellent and promptly responded to any requests we had. The property is spacious and beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Everything you need and only steps from the beach. We enjoyed our stay so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

This house is directly on the beach, and had a small pool that was perfect for our 1, 4 and 6 year olds. We had a relaxing time and would love to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful for large groups

This property was wonderful! Managers were quick to respond to any questuons that arose. We are already looking forward to our next vacation here
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just wonderful

Sea, sand, sunsets, pelicans, fun
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location!

We had a wonderful time. Property was clean and described exactly how it looks. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for our friend trip!

We LOVED this house and had the best time. The property managers answered within minutes if we had any questions and were so helpful and checked in on us throughout the stay via text. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway

Great location and fabulous house. They have all the amenities you’ll need for an awesome beach vacation. We had age ranges from 2-67 and everyone loved this house. The beds were comfortable, house was clean and decorated well, and you can’t beat being right on the beach. The only issue we had was the pool being cold the first 2 days, but the property manager stayed in contact and got the issue resolved.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay on ocean

As expected.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzannah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely wonderful

We definitely want to rent this property again in the future. We loved everything about it! While its particular location on the beach was my favorite part, the house itself is spectacular — well-built and beautifully-designed, with impressive yet comfortable furnishings.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy w.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving trip

Our trip started off a little rocky but the staff got everything top notch. The layout and beauty of this house was perfect! The views were exceptional! Our family enjoyed out time together, walking on the beach, swimming in the pool, and the kitchen was perfect for feeding our large family! We are planning our next stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

Everything was exactly as listed. Place was clean and everything was functional. Communication was simple and easy. No complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our new favorite beach spot

Our family stay at Somewhere In Sand 2 was one of the best trips our family has ever had to the beach! We loved having so much space! The entire house was very clean and tidy for our arrival. The elevator made unpacking and packing so easy! The proximity to the beach was priceless. Washer and dryer on both levels was superb! Location was also perfect- not far from restaurants and activities for the kiddos! I could go on and on with all the special amenities this place offered! Already planning our trip for next year :)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beach House

The listing for this house sold me, but it was even better in person! Clean, spacious & great location. Check in was a breeze and communication with the host was great throughout our stay. The elevator was a nice bonus when it came to unloading luggage. The views were beautiful from all three levels. Every bedroom had its own bathroom. Beds were super comfortable. This house had TWO sets of washers and dryers, an ice maker & tons of extras to make us feel at home. Decor was classy. We were able to bring our pup along which was a bonus. I can’t say enough about how wonderful our stay was. I highly recommend this rental & we hope to visit again during the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great kitchen but cooktop did not work and was not repaired during the stay. I reported this the morning after we arrived. We were brought electric camping eyes but not until the last day. A repairman did come, but not until the day before we left. He said this had been an issue before. He thought perhaps the propane was low "again". No repair was done.Beds were not comfortable. Unfortunate because it was a nice location and nice house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved staying in this beach house. The views from the balconies were amazing and just an easy walk down the board walk to the beach. We had a family reunion with a wide range of ranges. The elevator was a nice help to my aunt with Parkinson's. Every bedroom having it's own bathroom was fantastic for the family getting cleaned up after the beach. And having a washer and dryer on each level of the bedrooms was very helpful. And whenever they weren't in the ocean the kids loved spending time playing in the little pool. The butler's pantry with the second refrigerator and the ice machine was a especially helpful for supporting our large family meals. The Harris team was great to work with, especially when lightning struck the condos across the street and knocked out our WiFi.If you have a large family gathering that allows you to divide the cost of the home this place is a great choice.
Morning View!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Time!

The place was clean, beautiful, & the perfect size for our group. The pool was larger than we expected! They communicated well & came to maintain the property during our stay without being invasive. The elevator was great & not scary like they often are in small buildings, but it does not go to the 3rd floor. The kitchen was well stocked with tools, pots, & dishes but didn’t have any basics like salt or oil, so just be prepared when getting groceries. The beach access was easy & the showers were perfect. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Retina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

The age range for family was 70 to 7 months. The size was 11 people. The house was right on beach and looked exactly like the pictures. The elevator came in handy for all the bags and groceries. The house in close location to activities but far enough to enjoy the beach and quietness. The kitchen was fully equipped. Every room had its own bathroom. The pool was warm. The property manager texted faithfully checking on the anything I may need and responded promptly to any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

The house and locations couldn't be better. Right on the beach, views are incredible, deck furniture is plentiful. There was not a speck of dust in the house, spotless. Beds are comfortable and TVs in every bedroom. Lots of space for everyone to have their own area for work or play. Kitchen is well stocked with utensils, cookware, etc. We found it a little odd that there were no beach towels or beach chairs given that this is a beach house, but there are plenty of places nearby to purchase them. Still... The kitchen has absolutely nothing it, foils, bags, salt & pepper, nothing, so plan on bringing everything and anything you might need. They start you off with one roll of toilet paper per bathroom and a couple of garbage bags, so plan on a shopping trip for staples. Regardless of those few things, we had a wonderful stay and hope to return soon.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jana V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We enjoyed our stay in Gulf Shores. The house was very clean and worked well for 14 people. The kitchen was adequately stocked but could certainly have more for the number of people who can stay there. It would be nice for it to have all the needed supplies for coffee for the first morning—there weren’t any coffee filters and the coffee maker doesn’t work without them. More dish towels needed—unless you want to wash after every meal. The outdoor cooker is dreadful. It had propane but the connection had a leak and we didn’t feel it was safe to use—plus—the grates were caked with gunk. The beach was beautiful and the little pool was a big hit. Overall we were pleased and had a great trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had three generations of our family staying in this beautiful home. Everybody had a fantastic time. So nice having large private bathrooms to go with all of the lovely large bedrooms. Everyone complimented the bedding. It was great having washer and dryers on each bedroom level. Having that huge walk-in pantry (room) with a shelving unit, extra refrigerator and icemaker was certainly a plus and the kitchen was well stocked and there was more than adequate seating for 13 of us that stayed there for over a week. The two tables with combined 16 chairs were perfect for games every day. We were surprised that what looked like a small pool on the deck was used every single day by adults and our two year old grandson. The ease of walking out to the sand and waves was awesome. From all three balconies you definitely got the benefit of hearing the ocean. The ground floor room was roomy and great for storing beach stuff. The elevator was extra large and a must for carrying up luggage and groceries. A note that it only goes up to the 3rd floor so you do have to walk up one flight……had no complaints! The first day there were a couple of minor things I wanted addressed and maintenance came within the hour. I had a representative that answered within minutes or even seconds of texting her. She also gave us outstanding recommendations for places to eat! Our last lunch at Cobalts was declared best fish of the whole trip!I highly recommended Harris Properties!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall-Awesome

The property overall was super nice. There a few things I made note of in case we stay here again to better prepare for our stay. There were no hair dryers in any of the bathrooms, the kitchen was well stocked with dishes but not cookware. Only 3 pots and they were small, 2 cooking spoons and one was melted pretty badly, and the quality of the cookware was not made for preparing meals. The only other thing I felt should be better planned is the pool cleaning staff showing up mid day while we were all there. We did have to call maintenance after hours because we were locked out due to low batteries in the main door lock, which also could be avoided by simply putting 2 new batteries a month maybe. However they did respond super quickly. In saying all of that, the house was practically brand new and decorated beautifully. I would stay again but just bring more from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

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