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Hammock Swings on Top Deck - Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12 (Gulf Shores)
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a television. - Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12 (Gulf Shores)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a wooden floor. - Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12 (Gulf Shores)
A dining table set with bowls and a tray of seashells, surrounded by chairs. - Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12 (Gulf Shores)
A two-story wooden building with a sign reading "Once Upon A Tide." - Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12 (Gulf Shores)
Take advantage of golfing on-site, a water park and an arcade/games room at Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).

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Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12

  • Ocean Views, Family Fun & Unforgettable Beach Days Await! 🌊🏖

    Escape to Once Upon A Tide, a beautifully renovated, family-friendly beach retreat just steps from the sugar-white sands of Fort Morgan! This large and spacious coastal getaway comfortably sleeps up to 12 guests and is designed for relaxation, adventure, and memory-making.

    🏖 What You`ll Love:
    ✔ Steps to the Beach – No need to drive, just grab the provided beach gear and go!
    ✔ Gulf-View Decks – Sip your morning coffee or sunset cocktails from two expansive decks with hammock swings and alfresco dining.
    ✔ Cozy Fire Pit – Gather under the glow of string lights to roast marshmallows and share beachside stories.
    ✔ Beach Gear Provided – Chairs, umbrellas, and more for easy beach days.
    ✔ Kid-Friendly & Fully Stocked – Highchair, pack-n-play, children`s dinnerware, and even a 6-in-1 game table in the bunk room
    ✔ Budget-Friendly & Spacious – A luxurious yet affordable coastal retreat that makes group getaways easy and fun.

    A Home Designed for Comfort & Fun:
    🛏 Sleeping Arrangements:
    • Main Level: Two stylish Queen bedrooms with Smart TVs, sharing a modern bath with a walk-in glass shower.
    • Upstairs Bunk Room: A kid’s paradise with 4 twin beds, 2 queen beds, a Smart TV, game table, and a private bathroom with a tub & walk-in shower.

    🍽 Fully Equipped Kitchen & Dining:
    Cook up a feast in the well-stocked kitchen, featuring cookware, dishes, and small appliances. The dining area seats 8 guests, perfect for family meals after a sun-soaked day. Kitchen starter pack with Coffee Bar and both regular drip coffee maker and Keurig.

    🌞 Outdoor Bliss:
    • Lower Deck: 2 Large dining tables for fresh seafood dinners, plus sun loungers.
    • Upper Deck: Gulf views from cozy hammock swings and chairs.
    • Beach Gear Ready: Chairs, umbrellas, and toys included for effortless beach days.

    🏝 Your Dream Beach Escape is Just a Click Away! Whether you`re here for a family adventure, a romantic retreat, or a fun-filled getaway with friends, Once Upon A Tide is your perfect coastal haven. Book your stay today and make beach memories that will last a lifetime! 🌊🏡🔥

    SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
    Total: 12
    Master Bedroom: (1st Flr.) = Queen size bed = Sleeps 2
    Bedroom #2: (1st Flr.) = Queen size bed = Sleeps 2
    Bedroom #3: (2nd Flr.) = 2 Queen beds & 4 Twin beds = Sleeps 8

    🎥 Want a Better Look?
    We know photos don’t always tell the full story. A full video walkthrough of the house and community is available to help you get a true feel for the space, layout, and surroundings before your stay. If you hop over to YouTube and search RPM Rentals and house name, it should pop right up.

    Also, add our listing to your WishList by clicking the red heart ❤️ in upper-right corner.

    KEY FEATURES: (watch our video tour on RPM Rentals youTube page)
    ✦ 1800 sq ft | 3 bedrooms | 2 full bathrooms
    ✦ Beach Access directly across the street
    ✦ Beach chairs, toys, and beach cart complimentary!
    ✦ Free wifi & Smart TV`s in every room
    ✦ Washing Machine + Dryer
    ✦ Charcoal BBQ Grill & Fire Pit
    ✦ Kid-friendly items: travel crib, highchair, children’s tableware, baby safety gate

    FORT MORGAN LOCATION:
    ✦ 2 minute walk to secluded beach
    ✦ 5 minute drive to The Beach Club & Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ✦ 5-10 minute drive to Local Grocery & Restaurants
    ✦ 25 minute drive to The Hangout, heartbeat of Gulf Shores
    ✦ 10 minute drive to Civil War Fort Morgan historical site & ferry

    BEACH SERVICE/RENTALS:
    From beach chairs and shade, to sporting good and activities, Fort Morgan Beach Rentals can provide you with everything you need to complete your beach vacation...plus free delivery!

    SNOWBIRD RATES:
    Available for long term (30+days/monthly) between November-March. Rate: $3200/month (not including taxes or damage fees). Email directly to setup.

    HOUSE RULES:
    ● Must be at least 25 years old to rent. Renter should be present at property at all times and responsible for other guest members.
    ● No 3rd party bookings. Must be a named person on booking. The name on booking must match the name of person signing rental agreement and name on credit card used for payment. Must sign rental agreement.
    ● No Pets! Only certified and vested service dogs in accordance with the ADA (American`s with Disabilities Act). Service dogs must be with the owner at all times and is not allowed to stay in the property alone.
    ● No smoking. No parties.

    DAMAGE PROTECTION:
    Instead of charging a security deposit, RPM Rentals charges a non-refundable $175 `damage/management fee` that covers up to $3,000 for damage at the property as a results of your acts or omissions. Please see house rules and the rental agreements when you book for outlined details about how the damage waiver works.
    Relax & Enjoy Stay: It`s vacation time, so enjoy it with the peace of mind knowing that if an accident happens and damage occurs, you are protected under our Waivo insurance policy!

    CLEAN BED GUARANTEE:
    All beds are dressed with fresh, luxurious sheets AND fresh bedding/quilts/comforters before EVERY rental! We have partnered with Kristie`s Cleaning, another local Gulf Shores based small business to guarantee our guests have a completely fresh and clean bed! You will also find each bathroom stocked with oversized fresh bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, bath mats and makeup towels! We have complete control over our property cleaning and maintenance.

    WHAT WE STOCK:
    As common for vacation rentals in our area, we provide one round of bath soaps, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, and 2 rolls of toilet paper in the bathrooms. In the kitchen, there is 1 round of paper towels, laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent, dish soap, and trash bags. We also provide full coffee bar supplies and basic cooking essentials like salt, pepper, and cooking oil. These stocked amenities are intended to get our guests through the first night. We are not a hotel, so we do not provide housekeeping or amenity restocking unless there is an immediate need. Please bring the extra items you will need for your vacation.

    RPM RENTALS PROMISE TO YOU:
    As a small local business, RPM Rentals is committed to making sure our guests have the very best vacation experience!! We make check-in super easy and we guarantee our staff personally checks your rental before your arrival to make sure everything is ready for you!! As one of our guests, you have direct access to us 24/7 should you need anything, have a question, or see something that needs our attention! We are local and we can offer the best insights to local restaurants and fun activities for all ages of the family. We look forward to helping you have the most wonderful vacation possible!!!
    -Guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 staying at the property must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. Age verification is required to book the property.

    -No pets are welcome in this home. No other service animals are allowed without prior approval from the Host. Discovery of pets at property will be grounds for forfeit of security deposit.

    - The property shall not be used by more than the number of adults and children listed in your reservation.

    - All guests shall abide by the community good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00pm to 8:00am.

    - No smoking or vaping of any kind is permitted anywhere inside of the premises. Smoking will be grounds for forfeit of security deposit.

    -No commercial photography or filming is permitted on the property. No large gatherings or parties allowed. Any parties will be grounds for immediate cancellation and eviction from the house, and no refund.

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About the area

Located in Gulf Highlands, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A wooden sign with 'Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge' and informational panels about bird species and a map.
    Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A coastal residential area with colorful houses along the beach, a clear blue sky, and the ocean in the background.
    Fort Morgan Beach
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A sign reading "Clyde Shores" with palm trees and a beach in the background.
    Gulf Shores Beach
    20 min drive - 19.8 miles
  • Two banners hanging from a pole, one reads "The Wharf Orange Beach" and the other "The Wharf".
    The Wharf
    23 min drive - 23.2 miles
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    5 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sassy Bass
    6 min drive
  • Jesse’s On The Bay
    8 min drive
  • Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan
    7 min drive
  • The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club
    5 min drive
  • Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill
    17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-friendly Home Steps to Beach | Sleeps 12 located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach. Kiva Dunes Golf Course is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection at the Beach at Once Upon A Tide

I was reluctant to write this review because I know that once the word is out about this place it will be hard to find an open date. It was a solid 5 star experience. It's proximity to the beach was great, a little walk, but not bad at all. It was very quiet and peaceful, far away from the crowds of the city. However, it is close enough if you would like to run into town to eat or for other entertainment. If you want to stay at home though, there are three different deck areas and one under the house with a swing that is very nice. The house is spacious and comfortable with all the conveniences that you will need for your stay with a few extras. I am very selective and read all of the information thoroughly, but I can save you the time on this one, it is a sure win!! The only limitation I can see with the property is that you will need to be able to climb stairs to get to at least the first level, however once there, you really wouldn't have to leave. In order to access the beach you will need to be able to walk a bit through the sand, however, it is so quiet you can hear the waves from the house both day and night. Did I mention there is a fire pit, canvas hammocks, and two outside lounges & tables with chairs as well. This is a great space for families or couples alike. If you can find an open date, and are looking for a quiet place, close enough, but far enough away from the city, you have found it!! Get it booked right away!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our family! The kids LOVED the upstairs bedroom. It was perfectly located close to the beach. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025