Title: Sands of Time 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 home # Sands of Time Holiday home with free parking, near Gulf State Park ## Photo gallery for Sands of Time ![House, Multiple Beds (Sands of Time) | Exterior - Sands of Time (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120810000/120804300/120804209/692eb51b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds (Sands of Time) | Beach - Sands of Time (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120810000/120804300/120804209/ff88f49d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds (Sands of Time) | Living area - Sands of Time (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120810000/120804300/120804209/e6d8a899.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds (Sands of Time) | Living area - Sands of Time (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120810000/120804300/120804209/b628cff6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds (Sands of Time) | Property grounds - Sands of Time (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120810000/120804300/120804209/2f49f3d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Sands of Time provides a free food/drink shopping service and more. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61450 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking included ## 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. ### Sands of Time Holiday home with free parking, near Gulf State Park This holiday home features a free food/drink shopping service, a corner/local shop and free self-parking. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Services and conveniences - Free grocery shopping service - Grocery/convenience store ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68140000/68134900/68134826/6f8ae74d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunsets and Relaxation await - Spot of Sun Bay Cottage Gulf Highlands - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 182 reviews £188 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=68134826&PinnedHotelID=68134826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19900000/19891000/19890924/be5a199e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### PENTHOUSE HIDEAWAY: BEACH LOVERS' ROMANTIC HAVEN - VIEWS to INFINITY! 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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 This property accepts credit cards 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 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. ## About the area Gulf Shores is home to this holiday home. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. The Track Family Recreation Center and Pirate's Island Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. [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%7C30.28117%2C-87.68275&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CKVcQZ52VDyCMieu_U48Ic4P7xw=) 2nd Avenue East, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542 ### What's nearby - ![The Track Family Recreation Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296587/1699b686-9f09-43a4-bfcc-0ab30bd7e13e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Track Family Recreation Center 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Gulf Shores](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296567/4e0875eb-c9af-4a4d-bb13-754a85fc818f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pirate's Island Adventure Golf 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![GulfShores_GulfShoresWelcomeCenter_6296513-03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296513/7c5d47da-b4de-4e99-839f-79a1a802dca3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gulf Shores Welcome Center 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Gulf State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097626/54585ff1-f97b-40d5-8938-1c1e036694b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gulf State Park 2 min drive \- 0.9 miles - Portage Creek 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles ### Getting around - Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) 84 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 2 min drive - McDonald's 3 min drive - Lulu's Gulf Shores 4 min walk - The Happy Pappy Coffee House 4 min drive - Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is parking at Sands of Time? ### What time is check-in at Sands of Time? ### What time is check-out at Sands of Time? ### Where is Sands of Time located? ## Have a question? 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