Title: Beachfront condo with glass-enclosed balcony Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=35525673&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Beachfront condo with glass-enclosed balcony ## Photo gallery for Beachfront condo with glass-enclosed balcony ![On the beach - Beachfront condo with glass-enclosed balcony (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35525700/35525673/87337cde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Beachfront condo with glass-enclosed balcony (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35525700/35525673/232df61b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Beachfront condo with glass-enclosed balcony (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35525700/35525673/6873ffb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Beachfront condo with glass-enclosed balcony (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35525700/35525673/84a2df65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Beachfront condo with glass-enclosed balcony (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35530000/35525700/35525673/38518803.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in a prime Gulf Shores spot, Gulf Tower 1B offers the perfect beachfront retreat. Enjoy the comforts of home with a full kitchen and washer/dryer, or unwind on the enclosed balcony with breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico. Take advantage of amenities like an outdoor pool, exercise room, and BBQ grills for endless fun. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## 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. ### Beachfront condo with glass-enclosed balcony Gulf Tower 1B, located at 1051 West Beach Boulevard, is a two bedroom, two bathroom, lower floor condo with amazing beach front views and access. Furnishings are standard, somewhat dated. This unit contains queen size beds in both the master and guest suites. A sleeper sofa in the living room adds additional space for guests, accommodating 6 guests comfortably. With a full kitchen and washer and dryer in the condo, you will have the comforts and amenities of home while you are away. This unit has two TVs and a VCR. Don’t forget to spend sometime lounging on the enclosed balcony that you can open up to enjoy all the sights, sounds and scents of the Gulf of Mexico! Gulf Tower is in a prime Gulf Shores location. 1.5 miles from the popular Hangout and public beaches and 3 miles to the Gulf State Park & Pier. Not to mention the proximity to all the best dining and shopping this island has to offer! With its amazing beach front location access to the our white sandy beaches is a breeze! Aside from the fantastic coastal views, there is also an outdoor pool, BBQ grills, exercise room, and free WiFi in the Club Room for your use and pleasure. This location does have an elevator for ease of access throughout the building. Additional Information: \* 1st Floor (above lobby) \* Beach Service - Ike's Beach Service \* Duallies prohibited \* No Pets Allowed \* Monthly Reservation Accepted Nov - Mid Mar (Contact staff directly for pricing) \* 1 Vehicle Pass Only March 1st Through Labor Day \*\*\* Each reservation includes 1 vehicle registration $45 plus tax. A 2nd Vehicle Pass Can Be Purchased After Labor Day For $45 Plus Tax. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited number of on-site parking spaces ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Heated pool - Tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2301400/2301340/48bc355b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gulf Shores by IHG Gulf Shores - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews £76 includes taxes & fees 4 Mar - 5 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-04&endDate=2026-03-05&selected=2301340&PinnedHotelID=2301340&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Condo (#110 - No Pets) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119680000/119673700/119673646/1a10a53d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Beach Resort by Southern Vacation Rentals Gulf Shores - Pool - Kitchen - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=119673646&PinnedHotelID=119673646&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33488800/33488713/fa2a1aeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crystal Shores, Gulf Shores. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Watch Your Children in the Pool \~ Bender Vacation Rentals Watch Your Children Pool Bender Vacation Rentals Condo Watch Your Children Pool Bender Vacation Rentals Gulf Shores Watch Your Children Pool Bender Vacation Rentals Watch Your Children Pool Bender Vacation Rentals Condo Watch Your Children Pool Bender Vacation Rentals Gulf Shores 1169-14466 Condo Watch Your Children in the Pool \~ Bender Vacation Rentals Gulf Tower 1B Direct Views Gulf Pool Bender Vacation Rentals ## About the area Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. [Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gulf-Shores.dx603078) [View more Condo rentals in Gulf Shores](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gulf-Shores-Condos.d603078-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.24401%2C-87.71160&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UCOveIwqa8yoNwTQRqlcnBJg4i4=) Gulf Shores, AL ### What's nearby - ![Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097624/2652f9ba-1a48-4359-ac9e-3306e9cdfb28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gulf Shores Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Girls relax on red bean bag chairs at beach music festival, enjoying drinks, toasting. Sunlit summer event with stage in background, youthful energy, leisure atmosphere. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beachfront condo with glass-enclosed balcony Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. 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 21 8 - Good 26 6 - Okay 9 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 2 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 4.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Macie S. 19 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Friendly very family friendly and convenient when you have a toddler. The first floor makes access to the beach & pool a breeze. ##### Macie S. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherry B. 8 Sept 2024 #### Overall good Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The comforters were stained and while clean looked dirtyalso extra blankets and bedding was stored on the floor in the closet instead of the empty top shelf We love this condo however it could use some general updates The furniture used to match however now it just looks like random pieces from thrift and goodwill stores we would stay here again but it needs to have some upgrades ##### Sherry B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle A. 5 Apr 2025 #### We had a great time! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved 1B! I want to reply to some of the negative reviews: we went to spend time on the beach, not the condo. It was well equipped with everything we needed. It was very clean when we arrived, but then we don’t look to find things wrong either. The hot water and tubs not draining- the amount of water that came out of the shower heads was crazy strong! The tubs drain could not possibly keep up with that amount of water, which is why they don’t drain properly. This is also the reason hot water ran out quickly. We adjusted the water temp so that it would last longer. Bender’s were very nice and responsive if we needed anything also. We would definitely stay there again! ##### Michelle A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Amanda E. 17 Oct 2024 #### Good location but would not recommend 1B Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed in Gulf Tower, 1B, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, the property description was definitely accurate, the furnishings are 100% outdated and in desperate need of updating. The property was seemingly clean, the floors had a lot of grit and sand on arrival.The master bathtub does not drain properly and hot water is very limited.I would not recommend this particular condo to anyone, I would recommend The Gulf Tower, I would just suggest staying in a different room. We had a very good time and we loved the location of the condo. ##### Amanda E. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Rayburn C. 9 Jul 2024 #### room Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: room an d location was great the only complaint is the mattresses were terrible ##### Rayburn C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Katrina L. 14 May 2024 #### Overall was OK Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall good room bathtub was dirty as well as water sweating out of the ceiling and drywall dust on the floor ##### Katrina L. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Carol D. 11 Oct 2023 #### Love location, love the property mgmt, but don't recommend 1B Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I’ll start by saying I love this building and Bender Realty. The location and proximity to the beach is amazing. The people at Bender are amazing. I’ve stayed at other units in this building it is an older building, the units are older units and usually dated units. We immediately noticed the ceiling fans were dusty like really dusty. There was dried jam still on the kitchen table. I can’t even explain what is going on with the ceilings in bathrooms and kitchen but I spent a hour making sure there weren’t hidden cameras. This unit was just not cleaned properly. It was “dated” as we expected but there was a tub that never drained properly. The hot water lasted 10 mins max in shower. The beds were probably the worst I’ve ever seen in a rental. Good thing we aren’t TV people. We never cook at rentals but I’m sure the Goodwill/2nd hand thrift few items that were in the kitchen would have sufficed. On the plus side lots or drawer space to put your items and amazing views. Great pool and beach access. Don’t rent 1B there are nicer units in this building at same or close to same rate. ##### Carol D. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arica R. 22 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great service great place We loved it ##### Arica R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dylan G. 4 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway Old school condo on the beach very classy ##### Dylan G. Stayed 4 nights in May 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Laura H. 1 Jul 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Beachfront The condo was fair. Floors were dirty. Bathtub drain was slow and filled up while showering. Location was good. But will not stay at Gulf Towers 1B again. There has to be a better condo in the area for the price. Owners could spend a little money and make it more comfortable. ##### Laura H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert J. 27 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay 1B gulf tower All was good needs a little maintenance, carpeting, electrical, better lighting but overall decent stay! ##### Robert J. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Terry H. 2 Aug 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overall it was a nice place just a little dirty carpet was and the carpet was ragged in areas Overall it was a good place to stay just little things like I had stated before ##### Terry H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tasha M. 10 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun in the Sun Condo was nice and so convenient to the pool and beach. We had a wonderful time. The security guard was a bit much on their security of people being questioned nonstop, not a lot of parking available but we really enjoyed our time. The staff at Bender is amazing! ##### Tasha M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Christie O. 11 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed this location! If you love a super busy beach this is a great option. We loved the view and proximity to the beach as well as things to do. Keep in mind the pool is right outside the patio... so the kiddos are playing and enjoying the pool making this a great option for younger families but a little loud if not. Water pressure in the showers was awesome!! Kitchen was outdated but it wouldn't keep me from staying here again. ##### Christie O. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela V. 13 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The property is right on the beach. Step off pool deck onto sand. It was a little dated but we were aware if that. It was perfect for what we were needing. Small parking lot but also knew that. We would definitely go back. Beautiful town as well. ##### Angela V. Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Luke 25 Jul 2023 Liked: Communication Disliked: Property conditions & facilities The entire condo was under construction when we went. It didn't feel safe in the halls or the condo itself. The location was awesome, the pool was great, and the ocean is just on the other side of the pool. Once the construction is done, this should be a really nice stay. We were disappointed in the construction and how dated everything was. ##### Luke Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### michelle b. 19 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Undate Loved it but needs an update ##### michelle b. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Michelle R. 10 Aug 2023 #### Needs updating Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The check in time is very misleading. We had to wait hours past the actual check-in time that was given on the VRBO app. The unit was not clean even though that was the reason given for the longer than normal check-in. The unit is very outdated. ##### Michelle R. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kelly R., Melbourne 17 May 2022 #### Decent Stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was pretty outdated but clean. It was as pictured on the site. Management company was pleasant. Condo had all of the cooking utensils and pans. The Security guard was a bit overzealous. Our door was open (the drafts are very stong) for 7 hours and the security guard said "did you mean to leave your door open, its been open all day". I don't understand why she didn't close the door...or do something to mitigate our door being open for 7/8 hours. Walls were thin and we heard people playing loud music well past 10PM. ##### Kelly R. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Debbie A. 27 Jun 2022 #### Gulf Tower Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Bender Realty was great to work with. They sent text to update me on the rental process. Although I rented from VRBO it was with Bender. Didn't realize until I got credit card bill that I had to pay a VRBO fee. It was charged separately. Won't do that again. Description of condo was "dated and it definitely was! Had carpet which had seen better days and was not for our family which had crawling babies. Gulf Tower is the perfect location! ##### Debbie A. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### helen l. 2 Jul 2020 #### Not up to par! Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed here because our friends were in another condo on same building. The building is extremely run down and dirty. Hallways, staircases and exterior needs paint and repair. The condo itself needed replacement of utensils and pans. They were old, broken and missing. Vents were dusty. That being said, the location was great, close to everything we needed and very short distance to get to the beach. Pool was nice and seemed clean although we didn’t use it. Do ##### helen l. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacey S. 9 Aug 2021 #### Great first time at Gulf Shores Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was my first time in Gulf Shores. It was an amazing experience. For the most part we loved staying at Gulf Tower. The parking was a struggle due to the construction going on. Our condo was outdated. I feel like a few newer things would make it look a lot better. When we arrived the kitchen counter had some spills on it still and the floor was dirty. There was a pile of sand and some shells sweeper up in a pile out on the patio between the two doors like they sweeper them up but never picked it up. We found a Barbie behind the one side table in living room that I feel like the cleaning person would’ve saw if the room was cleaned properly. The mirror in the hall bath looked like it had fallen off the wall a long time ago and was just leaning against the wall (seems like it would be an easy fix). The master bedroom was very dark even with both lamps on. I know everyone is having a hard time finding people to work so I’m sure the cleaning crew was very sparse but like I said our overall stay was wonderful! The view of the beach and pool was awesome. Easy access. We would definitely recommend Gulf Towers to friends or family. Thank you! ##### Stacey S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harmony N. 3 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! Great location, great layout of house and enjoyed the enclosed double glass sliding doors of the balcony. There also had a dining table where we ate all our dinners! A rocking chair where l sat and watched kids play on the beach. Best part for me! Wished we could walk out to the beach from the house instead of taking back stairs. When l booked the listing said "new renovated... pictures coming soon" but it looks like they upgrades furniture but the carpet NEEDS to go. It stunk from the "tried to clean" when we arrived and it felt dirty stepping on it mostly due to the humidity or wetness. That was my one big dislike...l do not like smelly carpets. Told the agent and she had someone come spray it with vinegar. That helped a bit but l literally keep the sliding doors open and fans running all day long till close to midnight. It's hard to keep carpet clean in my own house...l would imagine even harder in a "beach wet vacation house"! For the check-in process - it was ok but we arrived around 11pm instead of asking us to pass by the office to collect keys. I wish the agent could put a lockbox at the house...give us code and we go straight to the house and open lockbox...get keys and at departure put keys in lockbox and back on door and leave. We loved the available kitchen stuff since we made all our meals. And enjoyed the pool areas....nice & clean. So overall we enjoyed the place and our time there! ##### Harmony N. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 17 May 2022 #### 2015 Gulf Shores Vacations Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property location was wonderful and I don't think we could have asked for more. The unit we rented was godd, it could use some updating and renovation. The photos showed the balcony chairs having cushions but when we arrived they were not present and we did not contact the rental company to find out where they were because we had brought camping chairs with us. The table and chairs on the balcony need to be upgraded, the table and chairs were the plastic type and should be something more supportive and stronger. The pictures posted online showed 2 bamboo type chairs with cushions and when we arrived no cushions and could not find them. There was what seemed to be a closet on the balcony but we did not have a key to access it which might have contained the chair cushions. There was hand soap provided but might want to consider providing guests with the pump hand soap instead of bar soap. Those are only minor things that we found that could be improved on. Overall we loved the location and other amenities the condo provided. It was great that we could take photo's from our balcony of the sunrise, sunset, dolphins and pelicans. It was great to be able to buy fresh seafood and prepare our dinner meals and eat our freshly prepared seafood dinners on the balcony overlooking the gulf. If the opportunity ever arises we will definitely go back. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Kim B. 26 Jul 2023 #### Nice stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a nice vacation, it had been 5 years since we had been to Gulf Shores. The only disadvantage was they were working on the condo and elevators and parking spaces was crowded and small ##### Kim B. ---