Title: Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 condo # Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Condo with patio, steps from Gulf Shores Beach ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421800/106421795/05bccdac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Condo, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View (SandShells Retreat) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421800/106421795/fb0c4f41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421800/106421795/7b60013a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Condo, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View (SandShells Retreat) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421800/106421795/6e069f32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Condo, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View (SandShells Retreat) | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421800/106421795/d9f6bf96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Gulf Shores Beach, Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Partial ocean view ## 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. ### Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Condo with patio, steps from Gulf Shores Beach This smoke-free condo building features free Wi-Fi in public areas. The condo provides a washer/dryer and a dining area, plus a patio and a flat-screen TV with digital channels. A sitting area, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Air-conditioned accommodation at this condo offers washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Access to nearby outdoor pool ### Parking and transport - Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces) ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Outdoor pool (guest access) 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![On the beach, white sand, beach towels, surfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67700/67660/2b4e75f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach Beachfront Orange Beach - Pool - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.0 Very good 1,288 reviews £87 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=67660&PinnedHotelID=67660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14910000/14909700/14909628/296f23c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Premier The Tides Orange Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 1,246 reviews £101 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=14909628&PinnedHotelID=14909628&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42600/42535/9ba4d795.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express Orange Beach by IHG Orange Beach - 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21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance ### Access methods Access code, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 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 professionally cleaned 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. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Sandshells Retreat Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Condo Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Gulf Shores Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Condo Gulf Shores ## About the area ![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%7C30.24477%2C-87.71422&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YNWcGq2XXlovTx12IQp_9vxGOKY=) 1118 W Beach Blvd #28, Gulf Shores, Al, 36542, Usa, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542 #### What's nearby - Gulf Shores Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Hangout Music Fest - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - Gulf State Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles - Waterville USA - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles - Gulf Shores Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles #### Getting around - Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 73 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Hangout - ‬4 min drive - ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Catch - ‬2 min drive - ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬3 min drive - ‪DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! have a pool? > Yes, this property has outdoor pool access. ### Is Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area!? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! located? > Situated near the beach, this condo building is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Gulf State Park. West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley 25 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Beautiful stay The place was beautiful, great location, great communication from the host. I would definitely stay here again in the future. ##### Ashley Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property was easy to get to and instructions were detailed. Close access to the beach. Older property but clean and comfortable. Our particular condo had beach chairs which were awesome to use to lounge on the beach in the afternoon. All in all we had a nice vacation. ##### Christina Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vuk 4 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Convenient, clean, new, kitchen was well stocked. 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