Title: Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly* Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=90311150&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Living the Dream \*Luxury Home, Pet Friendly\* ## Photo gallery for Living the Dream \*Luxury Home, Pet Friendly\* ![Exterior - Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly* (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90320000/90311200/90311150/8a1fc33b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly* (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90320000/90311200/90311150/ff2b370a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly* (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90320000/90311200/90311150/cb0ea537.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly* (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90320000/90311200/90311150/7b7fc39d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly* (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90320000/90311200/90311150/19cfa076.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to the exclusive Laguna Key community in Gulf Shores and live the dream in this 5-bedroom luxury home. Enjoy lagoon views from the screened porch, relax by the community pool, or unwind on a secluded beach area via a private boardwalk with seating. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 142924 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Living the Dream \*Luxury Home, Pet Friendly\* Living The Dream You will be Living The Dream in this 5-bedroom, 4-bath, and 2 half baths luxury home in Gulf Shores! Situated between the Gulf of Mexico and Little Lagoon in the exclusive gated community of Laguna Key. Living The Dream welcomes you with coastal elegance and incredible amenities. Groups of up to 14 will enjoy the private pool, Lagoon views, screened porch, community pool, and tennis courts, as well as the easy beach access! Book an unforgettable and relaxing vacation and “live the dream” in Gulf Shores with Harris Vacations!! Don’t leave your furry family members behind, as this home is pet-friendly for up to 2 dogs, additional fee (s) apply. About Living The Dream Laguna Key is a gated, luxury community situated at the end of Gulf Shores’ West Beach. Within the community lies Living The Dream, a beautiful 5 bedroom/4 bath/2 half bath home with plenty of indoor and outdoor living space. At Living The Dream, guests will enjoy easy beach access via a private boardwalk with seating and a covered pavilion. From here, guests can relax in the most secluded area of West Beach, away from the crowds and noise, with nothing but the sound of the waves! In the center of the neighborhood, a huge community pool offers a refreshing way to spend an afternoon. With a fountain, plenty of chairs for lounging or having lunch, and restrooms, the pool area offers everything needed for a wonderful swim! Laguna Key also offers a tennis court and a two-story observation deck from which to enjoy the view! Living The Dream guests will find 2 levels of living space. Upon entering the first floor, the Master bedroom is on the right and offers guests a king bed, TV, en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub, private water closet, and a walk-in shower. Bedroom 2 is across the hall with a king bed, TV, and an attached bathroom with a walk-in shower; the attached bath also has a hall entrance. The kitchen, living, and dining areas are also on this main floor. These rooms feature Lagoon views, tasteful decor, and plenty of seating. The comfortable sectional is a great place to curl up and watch a movie, and the 2 recliners allow you to put up your feet and relax after a day of outdoor fun. Enjoy your meals at the large dining table or sit on the island on one of the comfy stools. The spacious kitchen provides 2 refrigerators, ample cabinet and counter space, stainless steel appliances, and cooking and dining essentials to give guests the comfort of home. The large screened-in porch located off of these main living spaces is sure to be a family favorite! Guests can enjoy outdoor meals, a mounted TV, and peaceful Lagoon views year-round!! Upstairs on the second floor, guests will find 3 more bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 half bath, and an additional living area complete with 2 sofas and a TV. Bedroom 3 features a king bed, TV, and a private bath with a tub/shower combo. Bedroom 4 sleeps four in 2 queen beds and has a TV. Bedroom 5 sleeps four in 2 full beds, has a TV, and an attached half bathroom. There is a shared hall bathroom featuring a double vanity and a tub/shower combo for the guests in bedrooms 4 and 5. Guests will continue “Living The Dream” outside at the secure private pool with lounge chairs and amazing views of Little Lagoon. There is a gas grill for all your grilling needs! A half bathroom in the garage is convenient for pool guests and those returning from a day at the beach. With multiple outdoor living spaces, a private pool, amazing community amenities, and plenty of room inside to relax, guests are sure to enjoy a memorable Gulf Shores Vacation at Living The Dream! \*A MAX of 4 vehicles are allowed in the driveway. NONCOMPLIANCE of this ordinance will result in a $250 fine each day from the HOA.\*. About Gulf Shores Gulf Shores is well known for its sugary-white sand beaches with sparkling blue water, its world-class fishing, and its exceptional dining and entertainment. Gulf Shores presents a great family environment with something to do for everyone! Whether you prefer taking a bike ride at The Gulf State Park, watching some live music at The Hangout, or having a Go-Kart race at The Track, you are sure to enjoy all of the great things that Gulf Shores has to offer! Rental Age Policy We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25\. We have no exception to this policy. RISK Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guest agrees to exercise extreme caution at all times; for more information, see the Terms and Conditions document. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Sailing 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) ### General - Bicycles - Unit size: 2,924 square feet ## Similar properties ![House, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Garden View | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94910000/94907700/94907645/441f1828.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning 3br/2.5ba, Pet Friendly, Sleeps 12 Orange Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=94907645&PinnedHotelID=94907645&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Signature House, 5 Bedrooms, Patio, Beach View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117250000/117245200/117245119/bc1e0922.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crazy Crab Gulf Shores - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly £1,147 includes taxes & fees 20 Mar - 21 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=117245119&PinnedHotelID=117245119&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104200000/104192800/104192770/9f15b7b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brighter Outlook II | 5BR Ft Morgan Beach Retreat | Pet-Friendly | Gulf Views Gulf Shores - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=104192770&PinnedHotelID=104192770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101050000/101048800/101048758/186b300f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top-Ranked Orange Beach Luxury Vacation Rental Orange Beach - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 15 reviews £810 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=101048758&PinnedHotelID=101048758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68270000/68268800/68268720/31e551c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Why this House? 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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 150 ## About the area Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near 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. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Sailing and fishing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gulf-Shores.dx603078) [View more Holiday homes in Gulf Shores](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gulf-Shores-Private-Holiday-Homes.d603078-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C30.23305%2C-87.79700&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0qHO3FaRxfEIYMyRLBA3Uv9-NnA=) Gulf Shores, AL ### What's nearby - ![West Beach featuring a beach and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749490/abfde52b-e6c2-4b93-affb-c9ac63fae689.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) West Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296608/cc2e0292-0377-4a64-b5b9-a1a9d8ba39fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![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 7 min drive \- 4.6 miles - ![Aerial view of beach houses at Fort Morgan, Alabama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496778/f366ba68-be08-4690-a3c8-a397fb10da97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Morgan Beach 30 min drive \- 22.1 miles - ![Fort Morgan which includes heritage elements and military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070623/14efdf5e-35f9-4b6f-aa77-5ed0c7a06ae0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Morgan 41 min drive \- 33.8 miles ### Restaurants - Sassy Bass 32 min drive - Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe 12 min drive - Jesse’s On The Bay 27 min drive - The Beach House Kitchen & Cocktails 10 min drive - West Beach Coffee House 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly* pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly*? ### What time is check-in at Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly*? ### What time is check-out at Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly*? ### Where is Living the Dream *Luxury Home, Pet Friendly* located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Living the Dream \*Luxury Home, Pet Friendly\* Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melodie W. 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fabulous house and location, great communication and location details from host. Nice, relaxing long weekend for my family. ##### Melodie W. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura C. 24 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Beach House This property was perfect for our family beach trip. It is spacious, clean and provides lots of amenities. ##### Laura C. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jayme S. 3 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2024 Summer Vacation Book it now! Everything about this home is amazing. The gated community and private beach was perfect. Our family of 10 fit comfortably and still had room for a few more. We will without a doubt book this home again. ##### Jayme S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer W., Memphis, TN 23 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Living the Dream fits the bill We have stayed at Laguna Key for several years , but this was the best place that we have stayed. The screened in porch was a favorite place for our group with its great views of the lagoon. The close proximity to the beach and a golf cart to help carry items was awesome. The private pool was also very nice and many a game of cornhole was played there too. The house was very clean and comfortable and thank you for letting us stay. We plan to be back! ##### Jennifer W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy I. 15 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house for family reunion House was great and very well stocked. Perfectly accommodated 4 families and kids. Only blip was we were under the impression from contract that pool was heated and golf cart included. Didn’t get question about pool answered until right before check in and golf cart is extra charge. Golf cart was very handy for getting everyone to beach etc! Would rent house again! ##### Nancy I. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy W. 9 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful Property ##### Tracy W. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcela H. 3 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Fun in the Sun! We absolutely loved this home. Perfect location, perfect views, perfect amenities. The floor plan was so great and had so much charm. Plenty of room for our extended family. The kids swam in the pool from sun up to sun down with beach in between. So Many extras. Clean, organized and cozy. ##### Marcela H. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ---