Title: Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! Steps from the beach access! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! Steps from the beach access! Condo with a hot tub, steps from Gulf Shores Beach ## Photo gallery for Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! Steps from the beach access! ![Property grounds - Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! Steps from the beach access! (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116560000/116556400/116556350/b53d7c67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! Steps from the beach access! (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116560000/116556400/116556350/65da793f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! Steps from the beach access! (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116560000/116556400/116556350/f6e8958c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! Steps from the beach access! (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116560000/116556400/116556350/a9adda2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! Steps from the beach access! (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116560000/116556400/116556350/61091d04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A short walk from Gulf Shores Beach, Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! Steps from the beach access! provides laundry facilities, a hot tub and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroom531 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi £369 includes taxes & fees 30 Dec - 31 Dec ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! Steps from the beach access! \*\*NEW FOR 2026: We now have FOUR beach backpack chairs for you to use!\*\* Sophia by the Sea is a pet-friendly, 1BR coastal condo in Gulf Shores, AL - just steps from the beach with ocean views, a pool, hot tub, fast WiFi, and sleeps 6\. Walk to foodie faves like Bahama Bob’s or Lauria's By The Beach. Light, bright, airy, and designed for total relaxation. Looking for a cozy, pet-friendly place to stay in Gulf Shores, Alabama? Sophia by the Sea offers the perfect mix of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm. Named in memory of our beloved dog Sophia, this beautifully renovated one-bedroom condo sleeps up to 6 guests + your furry friends and is just steps from the beach - with ocean views right from your windows. Our light, bright, and airy space features two queen beds (one foam, one pillow-top) and a queen sleeper sofa - perfect for families or small groups. The fully stocked kitchen makes home-cooked meals a breeze, and we’re just a short walk from top local spots like Bahama Bob’s and High Tide. You’ll also enjoy modern amenities including fast WiFi, smart TVs in both the living room and bedroom and parking for two vehicles. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like free parking, laundry facilities in a common area, a refreshing swimming pool, a relaxing hot tub, and a BBQ grill for outdoor dining. We also have four of everyone's favorite beach chairs for you to use while you're here! The condo is thoughtfully designed to provide a welcoming and functional space for your family vacation. Sophia by the Sea is part of a quiet, low-density complex with fewer than 40 units. Guests can relax in the large pool or soak in the hot tub after a day at the beach, which is easily accessible via the nearby crosswalk at the traffic light. Pets are welcome with an additional fee. Whether you’re planning a beach vacation, foodie weekend, or simply a relaxing retreat - Sophia by the Sea is your perfect home away from home in Gulf Shores. You'll have access to the entire condo, including the bedroom with two queen beds and the living room with a sofa bed. Enjoy the stunning ocean views from your spacious balcony or kitchen windows. The condo also offers a fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, Keurig and traditional coffee maker, and all the cooking utensils you could need - perfect for preparing family meals. You can also enjoy shared amenities such as the swimming pool, hot tub, and BBQ grill. The property also offers free parking. Laundry facilities are available in a common area. There are exterior security cameras near unit and the pool. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 531 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71630000/71625200/71625129/398908a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5th-Floor Beach View Condo w/Balcony, Shared Pool, Outdoor Shower, A/C, WiFi Gulf Shores - Pool - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Parking available 8.4 Very good 35 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=71625129&PinnedHotelID=71625129&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78010000/78010000/78009941/13abd3d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront condo with pool, hot tub, beach access & full kitchen Gulf Shores - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 126 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=78009941&PinnedHotelID=78009941&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90300000/90294900/90294890/df306628.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique dog-friendly Gulf-front condo with amazing views, pools, sauna, gym, & AC Gulf Shores - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine 8.2 Very good 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=90294890&PinnedHotelID=90294890&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114190000/114181500/114181456/23d7e5e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront condo with private balcony, outdoor pool, direct beach access & views Gulf Shores - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=114181456&PinnedHotelID=114181456&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71620000/71619600/71619532/1a7ff1d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bright and Nicely Decorated Condo in Gulf-Front Condo w/Shared Pool, WiFi Gulf Shores - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Water view 9.2 Wonderful 69 reviews £193 includes taxes & fees 31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-31&endDate=2026-01-01&selected=71619532&PinnedHotelID=71619532&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71630000/71624500/71624447/a815d2b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lofty Condo in a Beachfront Complex w/ WiFi, AC, Balcony & Shared Outdoor Pool Gulf Shores - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 7.8 Good 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=71624447&PinnedHotelID=71624447&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71630000/71626000/71625971/366a0674.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Incredible oceanfront condo with balcony, AC, pool, gym & hot tub Gulf Shores - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 8.8 Excellent 47 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=71625971&PinnedHotelID=71625971&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32050000/32046000/32045935/a9c877fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeview Condo with Shared Pool - Just Steps from the Beach! 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Please do not touch the blink sync module box. $50 fee if the box is unplugged. \- Unauthorized Pets or Pet Damage – $300 Fee + Cost of Damages - Unauthorized Guests Beyond Reservation – $100 per Additional Guest \- Ruined or Permanently Stained Linens/Towels – $50 per Item - Lost or Stolen Beach Chairs – $75 per Chair ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=30.24558,-87.69943&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_fswDlxgvO%40Q%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40QBQBQBQBOBQDQBODQBODQDQDMFQDODOFOFOFOFOFMFOFMHOFOHMHMHMHMHMHMHMJKHMJKHMJKJKJIJKJKLKJIJILIJILIJILILGLGLILELGLGLGNELGLENELENCLENELCNCNCLCNCNALANANANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40L%40N%40NBLBNBNBLBNDLDNBLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLFLDLHLFLFLHJHLHJHLHJHJHLJJJJJJHJJHJJLJJHLJJHLHLHLHLHLHLHLFNHNFLFNFLFNFNFNFNDNDNFPDNDPDNBNDPBNDPBPBNBPBPBP%40PBP%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%40P%3FP%3FP%40PAP%3FP%3FRAP%3FNAPARAPAPANCPARCNCPCPCPCNEPCPENCNEPENEPGNENEPGLGPGLGNGNGLGNILGNILINIJILILILILKLIJKLKJIJKJKHKLKHMJKHKJMFKJMFKJMFMHMDMHMFMFMDMFODMFMDODMDODMDOBMBODO%40MBOBO%40M%40OBO%3FO%40O%40O%40M%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOAO%3FOCMAOAOCMCOAOEMCOCMEOEMEOEMEMGOEMGMEMGMGMIMEMIMGKKMGKKMGKKKIMKKIKMKIKKKKIKKMIKKMIMIMIMIMIKIOIMGOIMGOGMGOGOGMGQGMEQEOGOEOEQEQCOEOCQEQCOCQCQCQCOASCQAOAQAQASAQ%3FOAQ%3FS%3FQAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZyG9mvr_qupcRx2QhdhgVqXo4d4=) Gulf Shores, AL #### What's nearby - Gulf Shores Beach \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Hangout Music Fest \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Wade Ward Nature Park \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Gulf State Park \- 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Waterville USA \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles #### Restaurants - ‪The Hangout - ‬14 min walk - ‪The Catch - ‬7 min walk - ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬15 min walk - ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬15 min walk - ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Pet friendly + Ocean Views + Walk to Restaurants! 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Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff T. 27 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beds were comfortable, kitchen well stocked, internet fast, property maintained and located right across the street from beach access. ##### Jeff T. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### L 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This is a nice clean great location property. Within walking distance of several restaurants and the beach! The decor is beachy and has definately been updated. The beds slept well & pool was great! ##### L Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorin S. 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little place right across from the beach Cute place in a great location. Clean, easy. Good parking and access to fun. ##### Lorin S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gordon 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This cozy little condo was perfect! Was very clean. We felt very safe. I had my little dog with us. The pet area to walk the puppies was very clean. The area to the beach was just a short walk. The beach was right there! We would definitely come back and stay! Thomas & Tiffani, the owners, were very nice. Always making sure that everything was good for our stay. ##### Gordon Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ---