Wake up to a morning sunrise and sip coffee on the oversized balcony overlooking the Gulf of Mexico at Wind Drift. Enjoy dolphin sightings in the mornings and crab netting with family in the evenings, while taking advantage of amenities like two swimming pools, community tennis courts, grills, gated access and complimentary wireless internet.
Experience Orange Beach at Wind Drift 301 SE, a 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom Gulf-front condo that sleeps 10 guests. This beachfront vacation rental features an oversized Gulf-front balcony with outdoor dining table seating 6, custom shiplap built-in bunk beds with queen bed in guest bedroom (sleeps 5 in one room), primary bedroom with walk-in closet and double vanity, built-in ice maker, full pantry, balcony access from living room and primary bedroom, breakfast bar seating 5, dining table seating 6, board games and puzzles for family entertainment, and direct access to Wind Drift's exceptional dual-waterfront amenities. The condo directly faces the Gulf of Mexico—waves are just off your balcony.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Primary Bedroom: King bed with Gulf views Walk-in closet for unpacking and settling in Sliding glass door opening directly to oversized Gulf-front balcony Flat-screen Smart TV Ensuite bathroom with double vanity sinks and walk-in tiled shower Ceiling fan
Guest Bedroom 2 (Bunk Room): Custom shiplap built-in twin-over-twin bunk beds PLUS Queen bed—sleeps 5 guests in one room Flat-screen Smart TV Ensuite bathroom with tub/shower combination Ceiling fan Perfect for families with multiple children
Guest Bedroom 3: King bed Flat-screen Smart TV Full bathroom accessible from bedroom AND hallway (dual access) Ceiling fan
Living Room: Queen sleeper sofa for additional sleeping space
Total Sleeping Capacity: 10 guests (King + Queen + Twin bunks + Twin bunks + King + Queen sleeper)
BATHROOMS Primary Ensuite: Walk-in tiled shower with modern fixtures Double vanity sinks—generous counter space for two Fresh towels and initial toiletries provided
Guest Bathroom 3: Tub/shower combination Dual access from bedroom and hallway (convenient for guests) Fresh towels and initial toiletries provided
LIVING SPACES The large open living area features: Large flat-screen Smart TV with streaming capability Queen sleeper sofa for extra sleeping space Large comfy recliner chair—ultimate relaxation Sitting chair Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to oversized Gulf-front balcony Direct Gulf views—waves just off your balcony Light and peaceful color scheme throughout Ceiling fans and central air conditioning
The dining area: Dining table seating 6 guests comfortably Positioned for Gulf views and natural light
KITCHEN (Fully Equipped) The fully stocked Orange Beach vacation rental kitchen features: White cabinetry with ample storage Stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, range, dishwasher, microwave) Built-in ice maker—convenient for beach coolers and drinks Full pantry for grocery storage Breakfast bar with seating for 5—casual dining and conversation Traditional coffee maker (bring ground coffee) Complete cookware, dishes, and utensils for 10+ guests Wine glasses, serving platters
OVERSIZED GULF-FRONT BALCONY Your oversized Gulf-front balcony offers: Outdoor dining table seating 6—alfresco meals with Gulf views Additional lounge seating for sunset cocktails Direct Gulf of Mexico views—waves just off your balcony Access from living room AND primary bedroom (sliding glass door) Perfect for morning coffee, dolphin watching, sunset cocktails, and evening conversations Morning dolphin sightings are frequent
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT The condo includes a vast assortment of board games, card games, and puzzles for family entertainment—no screens required for quality time together.
WIND DRIFT AMENITIES Pools & Recreation: 2 outdoor community pools with expansive sundecks Hot tub for relaxation Lounge chairs and poolside seating Tennis and pickleball courts Community BBQ grills
Beach & Waterfront Access: Direct beach access to sugar-white sand Private fishing pier on Old River First-come boat slips with direct river access (registration required) Boat and jet ski parking available with advance reservation
Parking at Wind Drift: To keep your arrival stress-free, vehicle registration is required at least 7 days before check-in. Parking passes are purchased per vehicle (max 2 per condo). 10-Day Stay: $62.36, 10–14 Day Stay: $112.00, 31-Day Stay: $120.00. Once registered, stop by the lobby upon arrival to pick up your physical parking pass and display it on your dashboard. Boat Registration & Dock Fees – Wind Drift Complex
Guests bringing a boat are required to pay a registration fee for boatyard/dock access and register 7 days before check-in. Current rates for renters and non-owner guests: Daily: $50/day Weekly: $300/week Seasonal: $300/month (November 1 – February 28)
Property Features: Gated community with security Elevator access to all floors
IN-UNIT CONVENIENCES High-speed WiFi throughout, full-size washer and dryer, full pantry for storage, built-in ice maker, central air conditioning and heating, ceiling fans throughout, all bed linens and bath towels provided, initial toiletries, initial paper products, extra pillows and blankets, board games and puzzles.
WIND DRIFT LOCATION — DINING & ATTRACTIONS Wind Drift sits on one of the most coveted stretches of the Alabama coast, nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and Old River with a state park to the west ensuring unobstructed sunset views. The property is less than 1 mile from Publix and Walmart for groceries and supplies.
Orange Beach dining near Wind Drift includes dozens of restaurants within a short drive: Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar (1 mile) with iconic live music and beachfront atmosphere, Zeke's Restaurant with highly-rated waterfront dining, The Gulf with popular shipping container bar and bay views, Doc's Seafood Shack & Oyster Bar known for fried seafood and Southern staples, Louisiana Lagniappe offering upscale Creole and fresh Gulf seafood, Cosmo's Restaurant & Bar as a popular local spot with diverse menu, GTs On The Bay known for bay views and indoor fish tank, and LuLu's at Homeport Marina with family-friendly dining and entertainment. The Hangout (2 miles) offers beachfront dining and live music.
The Wharf (5 minutes) offers shopping, dining, a Ferris wheel with bay views, and a concert venue with national acts. Adventure Island (10 minutes) features go-karts, mini golf, and arcade games. Gulf State Park (15 minutes) provides 6,500 acres with the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail—voted #1 Best Recreational Trail in the U.S. for three consecutive years (2023–2025) by USA Today. OWA amusement park (20 minutes) offers roller coasters and family rides.
Orange Beach earned top national recognition: ranked among the top 10 beaches in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler (2026), #1 Best Arts Festival in the nation for the Orange Beach Festival of Art (USA Today 2025), and #7 Best Small Town Food Scene in the U.S. (USA Today 2024).
Wind Drift occupies a unique dual-waterfront location bordered by Gulf Islands National Seashore to the west, ensuring uncrowded beaches, unobstructed sunset views, and a peaceful atmosphere while still being close to restaurants and attractions.
IMPORTANT RENTAL DETAILS Animal-Free Unit (no pets permitted). Minimum Age Requirement: 25 years old. Maximum Occupancy: 10 guests strictly enforced for safety and insurance. Check-In: 4:00 PM. Check-Out: 10:00 AM.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Ski
Close to skiing
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the condo: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Limited on-site parking
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
Games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
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 ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Windsurfing 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
No refunds 30 days prior to reservation. Min age of primary renter is 25. Primary renter must be on property for duration of rental
You must declare in advance, and pay for, all guests that stay at the property.
Please check with us about the costs involved for parking passes at the condo. All Guests Must Sign Rental Agreement.
Access methods
Access code
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 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, a first aid kit 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.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Orange Beach East, a neighbourhood in Orange Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches. The Park at OWA and Orange Beach Indian and Sea Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Orange Beach travel guide
Does Orange Beach Gulf-Front 3BR • Sleeps 10 • Bunk Room • Games • Oversized Balcony have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Orange Beach Gulf-Front 3BR • Sleeps 10 • Bunk Room • Games • Oversized Balcony pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Orange Beach Gulf-Front 3BR • Sleeps 10 • Bunk Room • Games • Oversized Balcony?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Orange Beach Gulf-Front 3BR • Sleeps 10 • Bunk Room • Games • Oversized Balcony?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Orange Beach Gulf-Front 3BR • Sleeps 10 • Bunk Room • Games • Oversized Balcony?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Orange Beach Gulf-Front 3BR • Sleeps 10 • Bunk Room • Games • Oversized Balcony located?
Nestled on the beach, this Orange Beach East condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches. Perdido Key Beach is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.
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Great property, nice amenities, beautiful view, nice kitchen, good bedrooms and bathrooms, great beach, nice pool. Great location for relaxing family vacation at the beach!
The condo is just lovely with lots of amenities. The beach is beautiful and just a few steps away. There was some construction and painting going on around the building while we were here, but it was manageable and the crew was very nice and accommodating. We would stay here again!
Susan L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Samantha R.
9 Jun 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Great Location
We love staying at Wind Drift because of the location. It is a short walk from the condo to the water. We also love that it doesn’t seem as busy as a lot of other condos. There’s no building next to it, so you have lots of room to spread out. My only complaint is that this room had some areas that needed to be deep cleaned and the rugs were pretty dirty. Loved the ice machine and my kids LOVED the bunk beds. Overall it’s a great unit.
Condo was very nice and clean. Arrived to what was advertised! No overwhelming items but some small frustrations with the online payment system for parking. Back bedroom closet to the entrance has a window that does not block the glaring light at night and the beautiful balcony overlooking the beach had no working light…
We stayed at Wind Drift 301 in July. This was our first time visiting Orange Beach so we didn't know what to expect. Our group included my elderly parents and 3 older teen kids. We had a great time. The condo itself was well stocked, clean, and comfortable. We had no issues at all during our stay. Communication with the host was easy and responses were quick and checkin was simple. We never waited on an elevator and barely even shared with anyone. This end of the beach is pretty laid back especially since we were there on a holiday (4th of July). The parking lot does fill up quickly and parking across the street isn't ideal, but the crosswalk allows crossing almost immediately. The boat slips across the street were well maintained and we walked over there too take a look when we had to park on that side. Overall, I would recommend this condo and would stay there again.
Kristy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sarah J.
20 Jul 2024
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great location, not great communication or cleanliness
We were not given the checkin code ahead of time and I couldn't reach the property manager finally VRBO was able to reach them after multiple attempts. I also messaged 2 days before checkin asking for an early checkin and never even got a response. The inside is nice enough but the furniture and rugs are worn and dingy. The walls and ceiling in master bedroom/bath have dust hanging off them and mold growing on ceiling shower. For the price we paid I expected better. We still had a great time and the location/beach is wonderful. They just need to do a deep clean and consider replacing furnishings as they get dirty.
The condo was great! Very spacious! Having essentially 3 master bedrooms gives you so much privacy when traveling with other couples. The kitchen is large for a condo in my opinion and was well stocked for cooking. The best part is the built in ice maker in the cabinet! Game Changer! I almost never want to rent another condo without one. We had no issues with the elevator and they were never backed up and crowded. We really had no issues that we needed to contact any one about.
The only cons:
Parking. When we arrived late Friday night both parking lots were full. The parking lot to this condo and the overflow parking across the street. We were forced to either park in a handy cap parking spot or a fire lane. There are several parking spots that you cannot get into if you are driving a truck, Tahoe, Yukon, etc. This issue however is not a reflection of the property owner or the condo itself. We were not out late any of the other nights so it was easier to find parking but I know I saw several cars not in parking spaces and people crossing a pretty busy road at night because they had to park across the street, so just something to consider.
The room with the bunk beds does not cool as well as the other 2 rooms. I would recommend bringing a fan if you are a hot sleeper. The other 2 rooms however will freeze you out. Both of the occupants in the other 2 rooms were looking for extra covers at night.
We loved this condo! Plenty of room for us and the kids. Having a 3rd bathroom is such a time saver when getting ready to go out! We will definitely consider staying here again! Thank you!
Very good overall! Just a couple of minor maintenance issues. Loved the ice maker. Would rent same unit again!
Christopher Y.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Pam S.
16 Feb 2024
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
Wind Drift condo
Property mgr. was very helpful and kind.
The condo itself needed some cosmetic repairs and updates. The photos on VERBO made it look so new & lovely- which wasn’t quite the case. We had difficulty with the code for opening the gate into the parking lot on a couple occasions.
Pam S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Helen V.
6 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Check in
Got to the location and had no text about the door code. Did receive the gate code and had an offer for an extra night. It was very stressful because we had five grands with us. The cleaning ladies were there and offered to call the manager for me. I received a call and was told I had not signed the lease agreement. I did that before along with a copy of my drivers license. We sat in the lobby and I did this again.
Maintenance of elevator made us very uncomfortable arriving. We ended up ok. Lock on door went out but it was the batteries. If you could have fixed the weather it would have been a perfect trip!! Actually the weather was beautiful just chilly. This trip was my husband’s two living college roommates. We had a great time
Very much enjoyed this property & beach. The condo is close to the beach, so even sitting on the balcony on a rainy day was a delightful beachy activity as we sat watching the waves as the storm moved in. The condo layout was excellent, and as a corner property it had a nice view down the beach.
One cool thing about the beach layout was that in the evenings (7pm on), the beach was completely in the shadow from the neighboring condo. Nice way to enjoy the beach if you were completely done with sun but still wanted to catch a few more waves.
Loved that it had three bathrooms - most 3 bedroom condos are only 2 bath, so the third bathroom made a huge difference in post-beach and bedtime routines.
The door entry was encoded, so you didn't have to remember a key when you headed to the beach, just the code.
Surprisingly well-equipped kitchen. Most beach condo rentals are fairly slim on equipment, so this kitchen was surprisingly well-equipped. Still not the same things I might have at home, of course, but way more than I typically experience at a condo, which was a nice touch. We cooked all our meals, and it was nice to have a well-equipped kitchen.
One other surprise is that the kitchen counters seemed a few inches higher than normal. My tall husband absolutely loved them, and I was fine with the height (I'm 5'6"). If you're a shorter person however, you might find them too high. FWIW
Highly recommended stay.
Condo was lovely. Liked that every bedroom has its own bathroom, but these bathrooms are very small. Great access to beach. Balcony had a table for 6 that was great for dining outdoors. There was an issue with very loud construction going on 2 doors down from this unit. This went on for 2 days from 7am to 7 pm. Needless to say I was not happy about the noise but do understand that construction has to happen. Please reference if construction is still happy prior to renting this unit. If I would have had a baby or toddler that needed a nap this issue would have been a nightmare. I would rent this unit again in the future as long as there was no construction happening in the building.