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Playful Pelican, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Friendly

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

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

Playful Pelican, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Friendly

It’s time to get away from it all! The Playful Pelican is located in Fort Morgan which is one of the quieter areas of the Alabama Gulf Coast. This two bedroom, two bath home is a mere two-minute stroll to the sugar white beaches with no roads to cross and no traffic to negotiate – the sand and surf await you!

The Playful Pelican is approximately 1,100 square feet. This beach house sleeps eight (8), and features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a spacious kitchen with brand new Whirlpool appliances and granite countertops. The kitchen can seat 4 at the table, and four more people can be seated at the large island. The new stainless steel Whirlpool appliances are beautiful and perfect for your family.

The open living room has a new sofa and loveseat that is very comfortable! The living room is equipped with a Blu-ray DVD player and a new 50" flat screen Samsung SMART HDTV with a complete package of Philo streaming service and LIVE TV for local channels. Other apps are available for guests that have subscriptions. We have 2.4G and 5G Wi-Fi Internet service. There is also a full complement of books and board games available.

The private Master bedroom offers a new king sized bed, 43” flat screen Samsung SMART HDTV, Blu-ray DVD player, new end tables and chest of drawers, and a comfortable sitting area. The Master Bath is attached. It is a peaceful place to relax or read a good book. The Master bathroom has been recently updated with fresh paint and a clean décor.

The second bedroom which sleeps six (6), has a full over full bunk bed, as well as a queen size bed, all with luxurious memory foam mattresses. There is a 50” flat screen SMART HDTV in the second bedroom, along with a new bedside table and tall chest of drawers. This bedroom is very nicely decorated with beachy décor. There is plenty of room for the kids and they will love the turtles.

A full bathroom is located off the hallway just a few steps away.

The Playful Pelican has been recently updated, freshly painted, and tastefully decorated throughout. You will love the beachy decor. We recently installed beautiful porcelain tile flooring throughout and all new 3-panel Craftsman style interior doors. There is also a new Maytag washer and dryer conveniently located in the hallway closet.

Outside, new stairs and deck railings have been recently installed and freshly painted. Also, there are all new doors and windows throughout, and new screens which allow for ample fresh, clean air offered up by the gulf breezes. We recently had the entire house resided with Hardie siding and it has been freshly painted.

The large covered porch has views of both the Gulf of Mexico and Mobile Bay - the perfect place to unwind after a great day at the beach. Sitting on the front porch and viewing the Gulf of Mexico and Mobile Bay at the same time is awesome.

In addition, located under the home is an enclosed outdoor shower, outdoor sink, picnic table, Weber charcoal grill, sitting area with overhead decorative patio lights, and brand new concrete parking area. You will find several beach chairs, umbrellas, carts, games, toys, buckets, shovels, boogie boards, and some fishing nets, along with many other toys and other items in the storage shed.

The Playful Pelican has a 5-star professional cleaning company that cleans, sanitizes, and inspects our home. You will arrive to a clean house with fresh linens, bath towels, and a starter supply of toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, soap and other amenities. We also supply beach towels for you to use for convenience.

Fort Morgan, unlike Gulf Shores, is known for less traffic, less noise, and fewer people on the beach – even during the peak summer season. Why spend your vacation packed in like a sardine when the Fort Morgan beaches offer a chance for real peace and quiet? Grocery stores and restaurants are just down the road.

The Playful Pelican is located just twenty minutes from Gulf Shores, and less than five minutes from the Mobile Bay Car Ferry, which offers year round service across the bay to Dauphin Island and Mobile, Alabama. You may want to add a visit to Fort Morgan Historic State Park. It is adjacent to the ferry launch, and is approximately a mile from the Playful Pelican.

In addition, Tacky Jacks restaurant is located just a short distance away with dining, cocktails and Thursday night karaoke. There is also the Sassy Bass Restaurant about three miles away with great 'catch of the week' dining.

The Gulf Shores Yacht Club and Marina is less than a mile away. You can rent boats or charter fishing trips. Speckled trout, white trout, redfish, flounder, sheepshead, tripletail, bluefish, red snapper, pompano and king mackerel are common in the Gulf Shores area.
Area attractions include:
• Gulf State Park
• Hugh S. Branyon Back Country Trail
• Alabama Coastal Birding Trail
• Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary
• Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
• Waterville USA Theme Park
• Nearby World-Class Golf Courses
• Miniature Golf
• Alligator Alley
• Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
• Zip Lining
• Fort Morgan State Historic Site
• Ferry to Dauphin Island
• Helicopter Tours
• National Naval Aviation Museum, Pensacola, FL
• Battleship USS Alabama in nearby Mobile, AL
• The Track, Family Recreation Center
• The Factory
• Gulf Shores Museum
• Adventure Island
• OWA
• Tanger Outlet Mall (120+ stores and food court) in Foley, AL
• Pinnacle Shopping Centre which includes a movie cinema
• The Wharf in Orange Beach
• San Roc Cay entertainment district in Orange Beach
• And, the gorgeous beaches of Ft Morgan, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama, as well as nearby Perdido Key, Florida
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Sunshine, beaches, swimming, water sports, fishing, boating, dolphin cruises, parasailing, zip lining, marinas, bird watching, hiking, biking, shopping, dining out, and tropical breezes await you.

For the early riser, the breath-taking sunrises can be enjoyed on the covered front deck while sipping your morning coffee. If you prefer watching the sun rise over the gulf waters, it’s only a two minute stroll to the beach. You just might see the dolphins playing close to the shore.

If you dream of getting away from the pressures of everyday life, the nature and serenity of Fort Morgan is just what the doctor ordered. Stroll along the beach and enjoy the sugar white sand and salty air. If you walk towards the point of the peninsula at dusk, from the surfside or the bayside, you will see the most beautiful sunsets you will ever see.

The Playful Pelican is available for rental year round. The Playful Pelican is definitely your home-away-from-home.
Please come make the Playful Pelican your vacation home.

NOTE: For your safety, there are outdoor security cameras. The video footage is not shared and is recorded for security, insurance and liability reasons only. It does not infringe upon the guests’ privacy. There are no indoor cameras.

Guests may call us at anytime. We would love to introduce ourselves and give you more information about our home.

There is a green binder in the home stocked full of information about Gulf Shores and the surrounding areas.

We have a digital guidebook that will be sent after booking that contains everything you need to know about our home and the surrounding area.

There is a blue binder in the home that has a lot of information about the house. We ask that guests reference this when they arrive.

Property manager

VRBO

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO Smoking/Tobacco/Cannabis/E-Cigarettes/Vaping!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Must follow Pet Addendum.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min walk
  • Fort Morgan - 7 min drive
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 8 min drive
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 45 min drive
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪BGH Cafe - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪A Resturant Group/Sassy Bass - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Last Stan - ‬44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Playful Pelican, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Playful Pelican, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playful Pelican, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Playful Pelican, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Friendly located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Fort Morgan Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Fort Morgan. Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

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Playful Pelican, 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 118 reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Great location!
Great area especially for a family. Close to the beach on a quiet road
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Great vacation spot close to the beach
Nice property a short walk from the beach. We have stayed here the last two years for our summer vacations and have had wonderful times!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Fantastic beach getaway
My family and I visit Fort Morgan at least once a year, but this was the first time to stay at this beach house. It was exactly what we hoped for. Spotless, well-maintained, and well supplied with everything we needed to truly get away. The walk to the beach is very short and the beach itself was clean and lightly populated with other families being respectful of everyone’s experience. We were there to relax in the sand and eat excellent seafood and we checked both boxes. The owners responded quickly to any questions we had prior to arrival and during our stay. We’ll be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Great house
Great little house in a great neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty B., Wildwood MO USA

Cozy clean and dog-friendly home in quiet location
We love the Playful Pelican for its quiet neighborhood and close proximity to beautiful dog- friendly Ft. Morgan beach. The house has every modern convenience, is squeaky clean, and beds and furniture are very comfortable. We have stayed here before and would love to stay again. One of the most well maintained VRBOs we have ever stayed in!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Nicely updated house close to the beach!
Short walk to white sand beach and the owners provide plenty of beach supplies
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Great trip! Everything we needed!
The house was nice and we appreciated having beach towels, beach chairs and the beach wagon to carry it all provided for our use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miriam S., Nashville, TN

Perfect vacation!
Can’t complain about anything!! The home is well appointed and we had such a great time we wanted to stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry W., Columbia,Ky

Exceeded expectations
Booking, check-in & check-out we’re easy. Unit was very well equipped. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Playful Pelican
What a beautiful beam home. Very quiet area. I’m sure we will visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monique H.

Beautiful & peaceful
We absolutely loved this property! It was beautifully decorated and clean! We spent a a lot of time on the deck of an evening! They had everything we needed for our stay and then some!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

Anniversary Trip
We enjoyed staying at Playful Pelican for our annual anniversary trip to Fort Morgan. The weather was a unique experience (bitterly cold) but we found the home to be very cozy with all the comforts of home. We highly recommend this property, the owners kept in touch and did all to ensure our trip was enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

Wonderful week at the beach
This beach house was perfect for our family’s week stay at the beach. The house is clean and stocked with everything you need. It is close to the beach which was not crowded. We will definitely be returning in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

tom g.

Super laid back and very relaxing
I had an awesome stay at the playful pelican,it has everything needed and was very comfortable! Literally 1 minute walk from the beach! The owners Mike and Brenda are great to work with and I hope to come back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shane H.

Beach Getaway
We throughly enjoyed our stay at the Playful Pelican, the owner’s have done an outstanding job in updating and maintaining the property. The property exceeded our expectations, we look forward to coming back to the Playful Pelican and would recommend this property for anyone looking for a care-free, convenient, beach getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

donna p.

Just beachy!
The Playful Pelican was wonderful! Our stay there was so enjoyable.. The house was very clean, really cute beach decor and had absolutely everything we needed. Location to the beach was only a short walk. We definitely plan on staying there again!😎
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Perfect Location, Comfortable Home!
This is our second time staying at Playful Pelican. We highly recommend this wonderful house! Location is such a short walk to the beach and house is so comfortable. Owners are very friendly and helpful! We had another fantastic, relaxing week! Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Fantastic beach house
We have been vacationing at Gulf Shores (Fort Morgan area) for at least 8 yrs now. This is hands down the best place we have stayed. Very clean and just as described. The owners were so nice and accommodating. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tina E.

We will be back!!
Cute house that was perfectly appointed! We also liked that the instructions were clear and Everything was labeled. Close to the beach. Quiet dog-friendly beach that was great for walking and shelling.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

kristy s.

LOVE THIS HOUSE!
This property was very, very clean, organized and well stocked with beach accessories and everything else you may need. The owners were some of the kindest people I have ever rented from. They truly go out of their way to make it a wonderful, easy experience. Sincerely, Simon Fam
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Beautiful Home with great access to beach and more...
The Playful Pelican was a great home for our family vacation to the beach and Ft. Morgan area. The house has a very nice layout with all the furnishings & extras to enjoy your stay. The owners are great at managing your booking and explaining the check-in/check-out steps. They are excellent to deal with. We will definitely return to the Playful Pelican for our next beach stay in the Ft. Morgan area. 5 Star plus rental - Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Playful Pelican Stay
Playful Pelican was perfect little getaway. The owners have done an extraordinary job capturing the beach atmosphere and creating a little haven to enjoy just relaxing on the coast to enjoy the beach and all it entails. The owners made check in easy and were always available if a problem should present itself. The house had everything you would need, including beach stuff. Highly recommend putting this one on you list to check out when visiting Fort Morgan. Its not directly on the beach but the one way in and out street created some seclusion and everyone we met to and fro were extremely pleasant to talk to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Perfect vacation house
We absolutely loved this property. It was clean, bright, and very well equipped. Comfortable beds, nice linens. It had a very nice kitchen. We cooked the major of our meals, and needed for nothing. Communication with the owners was so easy. They were so great about answering questions. The walk to the beach was short and easy. I can’t say enough about how much we loved The Playful Pelican!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Genie H.

Nice house
The house is as described in the listing. Actually seemed larger in person. They have everything you would need for days on the beach. There are a few restaurants nearby or you can drive 25 minutes away into Gulf Shores. Beach was not crowded and it took about 5 minutes, probably less, from door to beach. Overall it was a great place to stay and we would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Great Experience
Playful Pelican home was wonderful! It was clean and had everything you could need in the kitchen. There is lots of outdoor space to enjoy and it is only a block walk from the beach! There are so many chairs, toys, and beach items to use. The owner, Mike was available anytime we had a question. The yard was mowed making it great for our dogs. We enjoyed our week there and highly recommend this home for your vacation! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021