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Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches

Indulge in an al-fresco meal or catch your favorite movie while staying at this retreat by Little Lagoon where you can take advantage of kayaking activities.

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4548 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches

Heron's Nest

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Situated practically on the banks of Little Lagoon, this beautiful raised house is waiting to provide you with the vacation memories you deserve! Guests will be conveniently close to white-sand beaches, Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, hiking and biking trails, Waterville USA, Dauphin Island Estuarium, boating, kayaking, parasailing, and canoeing activities, and more! Inside, you'll find the home dressed in cool, beachy tones and attractive décor, with lots of comfortable furniture and natural light. When you're not out on the water, hang out with friends and enjoy some ice-cold refreshments on the furnished balcony overlooking the water. You'll love catching your favorite movies and shows on the living room's flatscreen TV. The full kitchen is equipped with all the appliances and counter space you'll need to assemble a delightful meal and you can enjoy your masterpiece at the kitchen table or outside as an al-fresco meal. Take advantage of the central AC to keep the home nice and cool while you use the high-speed WiFi to research a new adventure then head out for a day of sun and sand!


Things to Know
High-speed WiFi for remote workers and online students!
Snowbird-Friendly

This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

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



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

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 548 square feet

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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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

59931

About the area

Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk
  • Hangout Music Fest - 3 min drive
  • Gulf State Park - 4 min drive
  • Waterville USA - 4 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Gulf Shores Beach, Shrimpy's Mini Golf, and West Beach. Waterville USA and Zooland Mini Golf are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Gorgeous, Raised Home Overlooking Lagoon w/Free WiFi, Central AC - Near Beaches Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lenorria H.

Perfect Spot!
Cute home in the perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Cathy M.

Disliked: Check-in
Overall great stay
Came in after dark. No address on house and no lights on. Light on deck where keypad was at was actually tore off the wall. We used lights on phone to be able to get in. Once in everything was clean and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Joe H.

Nice, clean, & quiet
We like the location- on the lagoon & not far from the gulf. Was very clean just needs some minor maintenance done. If done, would give it 5 stars.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Weekend Getaway
Nice home on the bay with good fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

New Years Week
We loved the property! Exactly as described.... Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

Beautiful view!
Perfect spot to catch beautiful sunsets. Great location. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Koran F.

Great time
A much needed vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary W.

Liked the location.
Nice quiet location but still close to everything. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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6/10 Okay

Brandi H.

Heron's Nest
Small cozy house. Very close to everything. Needs some updates and a few essentials to make it a very comfortable stay. We long watching the sunsets over the lagoon from this house. We will be back if it's still standing next year.

10/10 Excellent

Shelia R.

Happy place
Very nice quiet comfortable place to stay. Will definitely come back ab stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Beautiful waterfront space
Waterfront, just right size for two people, close to restaurants and shops but off beaten path for privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

angie d.

Peaceful little cabin.
My 2nd time renting this lovely little cottage. Overall, I absolutely love it and the location!

10/10 Excellent

Doris B.

Cozy
Nice, quiet, conveniently located. Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra P.

Another wondeful stay!
This is our second time staying here and we could not have been happier! This year we brought additonal family to enjoy this perfect little bungalow! Always a pleasure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Private and quite
Very secluded and right on water. Perfect for a couple
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimbi A.

Peaceful evenings
Enjoyed sitting on the deck and the peacefulness of the lagoon in the mornings and evenings. Short walk to beach and convenient location. Cottage had all we needed for the four day stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Fun
The only thing they need is rugs to wipe your feet on to knock the sand off. We had a good time walking on shore and exploring
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn N.

We enjoyed
We picked a bad time with the weather to come so we didn’t get to enjoy many days like we hoped but being right on the water like that was so fun! The location we thought was great. It was our first time not staying directly on the beach side and we have zero regrets. We were able to walk to beach with two little kids without a problem so that was nice as well. The home fit our needs perfectly for the time we were there!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Mark B.

What I wanted
Great view and privacy Building itself needs updated and repairs made

8/10 Good

Phyllis G.

Clean but no frills!
Very very clean and relaxing view. Maybe our mistake but know that the “beach” is not on the ocean. It’s on the lee side of the peninsula. Short walk to the ocean beach. Water was peaceful and birds abound—pelicans, herons, seagulls with black heads, ducks. No frills at all though. Also bathtub does not work and dryer has no filter.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

That view!! 😍 💫🎉
My husband and I usually stay where there’s an ocean view but mixed it up with this location and it didn’t disappoint. The sunsets were breathtaking!! We played in the lagoon, enjoyed the seagulls, cranes, owls and various birds, the boats, jet skis & kayaks going by. We listened to music on the deck and danced under the stars. 💫 Very comfy seating on the deck and underneath the home. Short walk to the public beach that’s just a few blocks away where we went to enjoy the sunrises. ☀️ The only downside is the blinds above the bed needs dusted (badly) and there needs to be more towels and wash cloths in the cottage. Nobody has time to do laundry everyday. We are definitely planning on coming back someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Pamela S.

Great location but…..
This property could definitely use some TLC. It sways when walking and moving f throughout the building, when laundry is being done, and when it’s windy. The furniture is mismatched and inadequate. The table provided for dining is so small that two plates barely fit. The hot water took forever to make its way to the bathroom sink and the kitchen sink. Some of the blinds need replacing as they are I operable. The front door is rotted in more than one spot and bugs have easy access. The eyesore that is behind this unit is slated to be torn down. It’s definitely not a selling point for this property. I would consider staying here again if these items were tended to.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jeremy P.

Beautiful area and perfect view!
No Frills Such a cute little place with perfect views and area to swim right on the lagoon! Would be really cramped with 4 adults. Perfect for 2 adults and maybe suitable for 2 adults with a couple of smaller children. Internet is terrible! Television continued to show “No internet connection. Check home internet connection” so, no internet/Wi-Fi the entire stay. No help from 800 # and messages to host! We had decent weather. If you love to grill outdoors there is not a nice grill. There is a tiny little (maybe 12”) charcoal grill that sits about 4” from ground. Might as well just cook instead and get meal done a lot faster. No coffee pot that uses pods, only a coffee pot that uses paper filters. So plan on taking your own keurig type coffee maker or buy ground coffee and paper filters. Other than that, the place was clean and king bed was pretty comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie F.

Cute beach shack
Lovely location, great rate. 2 big issues I wish I had known 1. Sleeping areas horrible , king mattress like a piece of sandwich bread, I slept on the floor. Sofa sleeper is about 20 years old just don’t pull it out. Had my daughter sleep on it as a couch since the mattress springs kept popping through. 2. There is NO internet company prepays for it, not through a normal company and it was not on. Both myself and my daughter had school work, my mom is stage 4 cancer, I am from Gulf shores and came down for her, this was not a pleasure trip but an emergency trip. We needed internet and although listing said they have it… they don’t. If I had known, just for that reason alone I would have booked elsewhere. Absolutely LOVE the location if it was for a pleasure trip and I didn’t need sleep or the internet I would have rated it a 10 of 10. Please replace the mattresses and make sure internet is paid prior to renting and I would totally stay again next time I needed to visit home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Pamela S.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Excellent and quiet location
We stayed at this property last year and loved the location, so we figured we’d try again this year. We were hoping for a few updates/upgrades/TLC shown the property, but that was not the case. It’s hard to find a great location right on the water (Little Lagoon), so we opted to overlook some of the issues of the property itself. We had issues with the cable and the Vacasa rep got Mediacom to troubleshoot. Vacasa and Mediacom were awesome. We brought some conveniences from home as we stayed for a month this time. Some of the items we brought- shower caddy, non-stick pan for frying eggs, single serve Kcup coffee maker, Electric Foreman Grill, and small throw rugs. The property only provided one dish towel in the kitchen, (no hot pads!), and one hand towel in the bathroom. It would have been nice to have a cookie sheet. The property has a great fridge with ice maker. The king size bed is the same as last year, and we found it to not the most comfy. We requested a different set of sheets from Vacasa as the original flat sheet was too short to tuck properly, bed pillows should be replaced. The sofa is not comfortable. There could be another end table in the main living area. A little bigger table for eating would also be nice. I don’t know how a family of 3-4 or two couples could do it in this property. The accommodations would not be conducive to comfort for all concerned. Will most likely be researching a different location the next time we come down to Gulf Shores.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024