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Gulf Shores Surf and Racquet Club, where serene Little Lagoon meets the Gulf of Mexico's sugar-white sands. Relax in a hot tub, grill up dinner or unwind at the pool with Wi-Fi nearby. This one-bedroom condominium offers a direct Gulf view from its 6th-floor location.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4485 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Things are different at the beach ~~~ 🏖️ Come enjoy the breeze!

  • Welcome to Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet Club, where you truly enjoy the best of both worlds—the sugar-white beaches of the Gulf of Mexico on one side and the calm, scenic waters of Little Lagoon on the other. Whether you're here to relax in the sun, enjoy the water, or explore all Gulf Shores has to offer, this resort-style property is the perfect coastal escape.

    🏖 The Resort
    Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet Club offers a wide range of amenities designed for both relaxation and recreation:
    • Large outdoor pool with spacious sundeck
    • Relaxing hot tub
    • Tennis courts & shuffleboard
    • Waterfront grilling areas and picnic spaces
    • Private lagoon access with boat launch, boat slips, and trailer parking
    • Beautiful beach access directly across the street
    • Wi-Fi available throughout the pool area, docks, and beach
    Whether you want to fish in the lagoon, spend the day at the beach, or unwind poolside, everything is just steps away.

    🌅 The Condo
    Located on the 6th floor, this beautifully positioned 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom condo comfortably sleeps up to four guests and offers incredible views in every direction.
    From the kitchen, living room, and private balcony, enjoy stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico, while the bedroom overlooks the lagoon and resort pool.
    Inside the condo you'll find:
    • Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the unit
    • Smart TVs in the living room and bedroom so everyone can stream their favorite shows
    • Large 70” Smart TV in the living area with cable, Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming apps
    • Comfortable living room with queen sleeper sofa
    • Fully equipped kitchen with all major appliances and cooking essentials
    • Dining table for four plus additional bar seating
    The master bedroom features a queen bed, Smart TV, and beautiful lagoon views. The bathroom includes a modern, updated shower, and for added convenience the condo also includes a stacked washer and dryer located in the hallway.

    🚗 Parking & Policies
    • Parking passes are purchased onsite through the association
    • Boat and trailer parking requires a separate $20 pass
    • Linens are provided (please bring your own beach towels)
    • Starter supplies included: hand soap, paper towels, toilet paper, and garbage bags
    • Primary renter must be 25 years or older and present valid photo ID at check-in
    • No smoking / No pets

    ❄ Snowbird Friendly
    Monthly Snowbird rentals available November through February—perfect for extended winter getaways along the Alabama coast.

    ✔ No Hidden Fees
    Our pricing is fully transparent and includes all fees upfront, so you can book with confidence and no surprises.
    Come experience the perfect blend of beach, lagoon, and resort-style relaxation at Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet Club. Your Gulf Coast getaway awaits!

    Professionally Managed by Poole & Associates

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • 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

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 485 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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 not indicated whether 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.

About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is on the waterfront. The Wharf and Tanger Outlet Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Waterville USA and The Park at OWA. Shrimpy's Grill and Golf and Zooland Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • A beachfront house with a sandy beach and a wooden fence.
    West Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and tall buildings in the background.
    Gulf Shores Beach
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • A coastal residential area with colorful houses along the beach, a clear blue sky, and the ocean in the background.
    Fort Morgan Beach
    23 min drive - 19.3 miles
  • Little Lagoon
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lagoon Pass Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    7 min drive
  • Pink Pony Pub
    8 min drive
  • The Catch
    6 min drive
  • Sunliner Diner
    7 min drive
  • Picnic Beach
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Things are different at the beach ~~~ 🏖️ Come enjoy the breeze! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Things are different at the beach ~~~ 🏖️ Come enjoy the breeze!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Things are different at the beach ~~~ 🏖️ Come enjoy the breeze!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Things are different at the beach ~~~ 🏖️ Come enjoy the breeze!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Things are different at the beach ~~~ 🏖️ Come enjoy the breeze! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Little Lagoon and Gulf Shores Beach. West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 10 minutes.

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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. 29 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 45 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret K.

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

GSSRC

Upon arrival at Gulf Shores Surf and Racquet Club, I took off my sandals and immediately noticed a considerable amount of sand on floors. No broom was available, so I wet a face cloth and wiped a small area in main room and it was filthy with dirt. It made me wonder when the last time it had been mopped. It was very gross! The rest of the condo was very clean. I did not contact Poole Vacation Rentals (property managers) immediately as I should have. I waited a day and half. In any case I emailed Angila Sarvold (who is in charge of housecleaning for Poole - ) about the condition of the floors and in reply received an unprofessional response. I can provide email exchange if needed. In the future I will definitely try to avoid renting any more vacation properties thru Poole or those that use Gleam Team housekeeping.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View was great. Balcony had a great view and the patio furniture was great also. Everyone was friendly and nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I'm sure we will back next year dear in The cross country meet. It's definitely a beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay and the property was very nice. The only problem was the sliding glass door would not stay closed as the latch was broken.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Forrest K.

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

Just my wife and me

It was the perfect place to stay for my wife and me on our first vacation by ourselves in 26 years.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

We love this property

We always stay at Gulf Shore Surf and Racquet Club when we are in Gulf Shores. The pool is great and the access to the beach is wonderful. We like the location because it is away from all the traffic. This unit it well stocked, nicely decorated and has a great view of the beach. It is a great option for a couple wanting to get away. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

Best of Both Worlds

Loved the location, room, access to bay and ocean. My favorite thing was to come back from the beach and spend additional time on balcony with chaise lounger. I actually read a whole book. Next time I’ll bring the spouse to fish the bay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sarah S.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Overall, our stay was okay, but there were a few issues that impacted our experience.We lost power for about four hours one evening because the dishwasher and dryer were running at the same time. While the property manager eventually resolved it after several calls, it was not ideal during spring break. We were told to not use use the dryer again until they figured it out. The AC unit was also inconsistent, set at 70, it would swing from very cold to very warm. Lastly, both the bed and sleeper sofa were uncomfortable. We ended up leaving a day earlier because of all the issues.We loved the location and we appreciated th responsiveness, but these issues should be addressed to improve future guests’ stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna T.

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

Great Stay!!

I loved the condo. Balcony faces ocean. It was very clean with smart Tv in bedroom and living room. However, in order to watch tv you have to have your own netflix account or Amazon Prime and it's slow. But you do have cable. Everything was great and can't wait to stay again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Gwen C.

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

SG's Swimfest

Everything was great except sand on the balcony and floors. Bathroom floor needed sweeping between toilet and tub. Fan in bathroom also needed cleaning. We would book this condo again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Nice stay

The location is directly across from the beach access so it was easy to get to and that was nice. One elevator did make a funny noise once in a while but it seemed to be in good working order. I would recommend to bring Damp Rid. This condo holds moisture and the floors will be wet with out it. Other than that, It was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gerry M.

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

Bathroom needs help

Our stay was okay. However, the bathroom door lock did not work, nor did the bathroom ventilator. Also we could not figure out how to watch live streaming tv in the bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Review

Location was nice. Only one operational elevator during our stay. Room was very small. Property was clean, but there did appear to be some kind of mold on the cieling. Beach access was nice but the beach is very narrow in this location. Overall not a terrible stay but wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone I know for the cost.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jason P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Outdated and grimey

The room needs updates , mattress and lighting. The lighting was terrible!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

christina w.

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

Won’t stay there again.

Communication was poor with property management. The “new” elevator stopped working second day we were there. Mold on the ceiling in the living area. Sliding glass door would not lock. Washer and dryer did not work well. At least 2 cycles each time to clean and dry.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya E.

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

Beautiful place !

Loved the location and the condo!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe Z.

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

Perfect place in-season, even better off-season.

For quality of accomodations, amenities, and convenience and accessibility of nearby activities, restaurants, etc, Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet Club can't be beat.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

William C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Extremely disappointing

The unit needs some serious attention along with the entire complex. The bed was extremely uncomfortable. Couch was the same the tv operations was completely out of wack. We packed are tennis racquets because the place is called Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet Club the tennis courts had no nets and grass was growing on the asphalt. Only had one elevator working out of 4 spent a lot of unnecessary time waiting on elevators. Some sort of black stuff growing on closet and bathroom ceilings. If I could post pictures I would. I could keep going hopefully you get the end result here….find somewhere else to stay! ☹️☹️
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari H.

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

Good place

It's a small, but very nice condo. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patricia L.

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

Life’s a Beach

Very cozy place with great landscaped pool . Has everything you need for cooking . We found black mold in bathroom, dirty furnace filter, and sleeper sofa bed had food crumbs on bed sheets.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

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

Love this location!

A few issues but nothing that would prevent us from returning
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

Very nice area

Good experience overall will defiantly be back
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte M.

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

A great place & we will likely go back.

I can only say our stay was not long enougb.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emerite C.

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

Great Location

Location was perfect, pool was nice, and the amenities were good too! The bed was not the most comfortable but we still enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William P. F.

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

Much needed break

Always enjoy staying here. This particular unit was nice and updated. Would definitely want to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020