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Island Shores 654- Heart Of Gulf Shores, Walk To Festivals, Clean, Cozy!

Sun and fun on the beach, near Gulf State Park

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Experience Gulf Shores in the heart of the action at Island Shores 654. This beachfront haven offers direct access to the white sandy beach and a shared swimming pool, perfect for soaking up sun-kissed days. A short stroll away, you'll find popular restaurants like The Pink Pony and The Hang Out.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Island Shores 654- Heart Of Gulf Shores, Walk To Festivals, Clean, Cozy!

** Beginning October 27, 2025 through March 30, 2026 there will be ongoing construction on this building. Some dates have been blocked out for unit repair. You can expect loud nises such as grinding, designated walkway temporary closures, and workers present during daylight hours. Prices have been lowered to reflect this inconvenience.

Island Shores 654 sits in the most desired area of Gulf Shores, and in a low-density complex- meaning no long waits on the elevator! Walk to all the popular restaurants such as The Pink Pony and The Hang Out, and to the many Events held at Gulf Place Beach Access like The National Annual Shrimp Festival and The Hangout Music Festival. Island Shores also provides Coin-Operated Laundry facilities on site for convenience, as well as a shared swimming pool and direct beach access.

This Beach Front, Gulf Facing home can accommodate your whole family, up to 6 persons, with a Queen Size Bed in the Primary Bedroom with a private, Full Bathroom, a Queen Size Bed in the Guest Bedroom, a second Full Bath just off the Living Area, and a pull-out Sleeper Sofa for extra sleeping. Need more space? Ask about the home next door at #655, sister unit with he same set up!! This home includes a Fully Stocked Kitchen, updated furnishings, and cozy decor! Do not wait, this home books quickly!!

- Beach Chairs & Umbrellas: Sometimes guests leave behind chairs and toys they have purchased. If they are clean and in good condition, we will leave them for the next guests. Or, these items are fairly inexpensive and can be purchased at most local stores. Also, there are vendors that set up very nice beach chairs and umbrellas for daily or weekly rent (seasonally). Just find an empty one or the attendant.

- All Bed Linens and Bath Towels are provided. A full list of what is provided and suggestions to bring will be emailed to you upon booking.

**Admin Fee and Processing (credit card) fee are non-refundable after booking.

**WINTER MONTHLY RESERVATIONS/ SNOWBIRDS (November, December, January & February) -Monthly Rates are available upon request. These rates are not advertised. We prefer full month reservations from the First to the First.

No Pets.
No Smoking.
Must Be 25 To Book- Strictly Enforced.
Parking Passes are Required. Passes are purchased upon booking and will be placed on the counter for your arrival. Passes are $40 each and is limited to 2 vehicles.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • 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

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 professional host. 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 and a deadlock
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

2894-236910

About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is on the beach. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Gulf Shores, Alabama

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park
    Gulf State Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach
    Gulf Shores Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sunset on Orange Beach Alabama with people in hazy fog
    Orange Beach Beaches
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • GulfShores_WatervilleUSA_6097646-06
    Waterville USA
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    14 min walk
  • The Catch
    19 min walk
  • Sunliner Diner
    14 min walk
  • De Soto's Seafood Kitchen
    16 min walk
  • Original Oyster House
    19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Shores 654- Heart Of Gulf Shores, Walk To Festivals, Clean, Cozy! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Island Shores 654- Heart Of Gulf Shores, Walk To Festivals, Clean, Cozy!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Shores 654- Heart Of Gulf Shores, Walk To Festivals, Clean, Cozy!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Shores 654- Heart Of Gulf Shores, Walk To Festivals, Clean, Cozy!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Shores 654- Heart Of Gulf Shores, Walk To Festivals, Clean, Cozy! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Orange Beach Beaches. Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Island Shores 654- Heart Of Gulf Shores, Walk To Festivals, Clean, Cozy! Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yanira V.

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

Short vacation time with family

I love the house 🏠 really clean and relaxing. In from of the beach site..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Very satisfied

This property was in close proximity to places that we wanted to go.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris T., Northport, AlaBama

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

Extended Vacation

Was already at the beach for the week of 4th July and was supposed to head home on Friday the 7th, but I was having such a great time with my three kids which are not kids anymore 18-24, I decided to try to find a place for the weekend and this was it. We enjoyed staying at Island Shores and the host was awesome, everything was just great for us, and was in walking distance of most of the places we wanted to go also. It was great! Will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful location

When we arrived to the rental we noticed a few minor things. The fitted sheet on the bed in the master bedroom was torn on the corner, there were a few stains on the sheets & towels, & the toilet in one of the bathrooms wasn’t clean properly. Overall, it was an easy booking, didn’t have to contact the property manager, the security guard on the premises was very helpful upon arriving, the stay was great, beautiful view, & we enjoyed our time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin H.

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

Over all a pleasant stay

Other than the master bedroom mattress being awful and uncomfortable, most of the electrical outlets not working, and the tv in the 2nd room not working our stay was pleasant. The condo served it purpose and was very clean. The check in and check out was super easy. But if you have a special occasion (per listed on the email) you may want to remind them about it the week before you come. The old man security guard gave me and my husband weird creepy stalker vibes especially around my two teenage daughters.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

GS Girls Trip

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: The place was great, very clean. View was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Maegan D.

Great Rental!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. 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: We booked this condo for a last minute weekend trip. The company was great at working with us to get the best deal. The property is older but very clean. Great and easy access to the beach. My only complaint was when we tried to cook breakfast during our stay there was a shortage of kitchen supplies. Otherwise, it met all our needs for our short trip!
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10/10 Excellent

Victor A.

Just beaching it!

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: Great stay, close and convenient to everything. Clean and comfortable!
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10/10 Excellent

Mark Y.

Perfect getaway condo

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: Becky was fantastic as a host! This was our 2nd time in this condo and it was still spectacular and looked exactly what the images showed again. Super clean and had everything we needed. Super convenient to shopping and the beach.Location was perfect, and 100% would recommend staying here. Definitely will make this condo our family spring break/vacation getaway. 😁 Thank You Becky
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

llynn I.

Fantastic stay and wonderful staff

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: The condo was very nice, clean, well stocked and a fantastic view of the ocean. Love the floor to ceiling windows and patio. Best of all though was the staff at Celebrity Rentals!! I never had to wait to hear back from them when I texted! I mean within minutes! thank you Kelly! And the welcome basket that was waiting for us was filled with goodies that we could use!! I have already told several people they needed to go thru Celebrity Vacation Rentals!!
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6/10 Okay

RANDY M.

Gulf stay

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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The beach was nice and grounds were clean. The unit was still going through some repairs and was not in great shape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place!

Loved the location and spacious living!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jacob F.

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

Stay Vacation

Local looking for a short weekend vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

patrick g.

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

My family and I enjoyed our trip

Nice little getaway on the beach with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Gorgeous view!

Great location and the view from the balcony is amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Just Right

Easy check in, Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

KARLY H.

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

Beach Vacay 2023

Had a fabulous time! We loved the location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Family vaca at Island Shores

Overall the stay was good. The pictures do make the property view nicer than it actually is. Great location to restaurants and activities. Great beach. We would stay here again and recommend others to do so as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sabrina B.

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

Great location, decent size and great views!

I would stay there again! Although the lint tray in the dryer hadn't been cleaned in a while and there was some scum in the bathtub of the main suite. Overall, great place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark Y.

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

Excellent

Great convent location, ocean view.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie T.

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

Cozy and convenient

The condo is cozy and convenient. The boardwalk to the beach is short. The place had everything we needed. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ginger B.

Great Winter Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: This is my 6th year spending the winter on the Emerald Coast and I enjoy it every year. Condo is well equipped for long term guests, located conveniently and has a beautiful view of the Gulf.
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10/10 Excellent

Ginger B.

Wonderful Winter Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: This was my 2nd year at this condo and I'll be back. Smooth check-in and check-out as Kelly does a great job making us feel welcome and comfortable. Owner cares to make condo a pleasant winter home.

10/10 Excellent

Meagan G.

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

Overall, great

The only thing that I would comment on is the elevator issues and spots of unpainted and vent/fan not working in the bathrooms. As well as the buildings electrical issues... Outside of that, it was great for what we needed. A clean place to lay our head while we explored the beaches and the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Halie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very good place

Was very happy with our stay. A little crowded getting into the room. Utensils were dirty and hair in the utensil organizer. Clothes left from previous stayers. Couple of outlets didn't have outlet covers. I have a 2 yr old. Other than that stay was fine for our days.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022