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Surf N Sand Cottage at Purple Parrot Resort!
Couldn’t recommend booking at Lisa’s place more. 10/10. Lisa was so friendly and hospitable. She went above and beyond for our family to ensure we were comfortable and well informed of all the resort amenities and entertainment/ dining around the surrounding area. Lisa was very prompt with n answering my questions and she was very accommodating. Everything about our stay was wonderful and we look forward to booking with Lisa again!

The cottages at Thai Win/Serenity
An absolutely outstanding location! The cottage is wonderfully secluded, providing a peaceful and quiet atmosphere. Inside, everything was impeccably clean and well-maintained. I must note, the king-size bed in the main bedroom was incredibly comfortable and you need to experience the master bathroom shower! The hot tub was perfect! Spotless and well taken care of. You can unwind in the hot tub while enjoying the sounds birds and nature. Amber exemplifies the perfect host! She was very responsive and courteous, checking in via the AirBNB chat to make sure we had everything we needed. Our entire stay was flawless! We were sad to leave and return home, but we can't wait to book again! Thanks for having us!

Paradise Found: Sun, Sea, Pools & Dog-Friendly Fun
Loved this place! Will definitely be back! Had way more amenities for comfort than other places we have stayed. Location was great - one of the best trips we have taken!

Riverview / Top 1% / Golf Cart / HotTub / Fire Pit
We loved our stay for an all-woman trip to go wedding dress shopping in nearby town and decided to make it a nice weekend get-a-way! We would definitely stay again if we were in the area and we agree the area itself is worth going to for a relaxing get-a-way. The house was absolutely perfect, stunning and perfect for our retreat! Each person LOVED the decor and slept peacefully on the beds - one lady felt she was 'sleeping on a cloud'. Magnolia Springs area was safe to walk around and riding the golf cart and looking at the beautiful architecture was especially nice! 5 Star Stay!

Just Beachin' -A Pet Friendly Beach Cottage
Great house ! My family and I felt right at home. Kids loved the pool and close walk to beach and stores . Great location!

Key West style villa @ Purple Parrot Village
We just loved the condo , it was beautiful furnished and very well decorated, The bathroom was just beautiful Maureen was very quick to answer any questions that we had . She was also a very thoughtful host , it was so nice to find a bottle of wine and fresh flowers when we arrived We will definitely stay again

"Sea Story", Cottage free standing home, #4005
Cozy stay. Very clean and well stocked- right down to beach stuff and bathrobes! We did feel the beach wasn’t really walkable. (With all your stuff)…but it was a super quick and easy drive. She was very quick respond to any messages. We would definitely return to this rental!

Beach Club Cottage 23-Luxury-Walk to Beach-Privacy
Absolutely loved our stay! The house was gorgeous, spotless, and packed with amenities—better than we could’ve hoped for. The property itself was beautiful, and the check-in instructions were clear and easy to follow. Everything about the experience was top-notch. Highly recommend!
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Intracoastal Beach Cottage
Overall this was one of the best places we’ve stayed at. So much provided you only needed food. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to visit again.

Cute Cottage Getaway Downtown!
Host was very friendly and reached out when requested in a timely manner. Home was super clean and had everything we needed for our four day stay. Ample parking and very safe neighborhood. Would most definitely stay again.

Charming Cottage, 2+BR (entire home, self checkin)
Beautiful home. Beds were ridiculously comfortable. Slept better than I have in a long time. Quiet neighborhood. There is a train track close by but that didn’t bother any of us. Would definitely stay here again if we’re in the area again.

“Simpler Times” in the Pines! Fully Stocked Home!
We had a great time! House was very nice and clean. Definitely recommend staying here!

Modernized 2BR Historic Home w/ King bed
This beautiful little place was just what we needed. We were visiting a relative in assisted living nearby, yet wanted a place to retreat to at the end of the day, close to restaurants and the beaches for our down time. Our host provided everything we needed and more: comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, great bathroom, and lots of extras such as nice bathroom toiletries, snacks, Keurig pods, sunglasses and suntan lotion, restaurant suggestions, beach chairs, a hose for rinsing off the sand..... We really had everything we needed and then some! We were within easy walking distance to a number of good restaurants, and easy road access to the rest of Pensacola. Quiet neighborhood for walks, no dogs barking, etc.

Sunrise Bay Cottage
Homer is a wonderful host that puts his guests first. I highly recommend staying at his beautiful property.

Downtown Pensacola Cottage - Romantic!
Todd was a great host. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely consider staying again.

The Hidden Magnolia Cottage
This property worked very well for our family. The property was comfortable, quiet, and well stocked. It was a bit further from town than I anticipated but we enjoyed the peaceful surroundings and being in nature. It was a short drive to several grocery stores and restaurants. Being able to have my small dog there with me was my favorite part. The shower was very nice and we slept well in the beds. We felt safe in the area and enjoyed spending time in the cottage.
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Bay Cottage- private pier, 4 acres, sunset heaven
Quiet and very relaxing. Dolphins out frolicking everyday and sunsets were beautiful! House has everything you need. Bring insect repellents as they could be quite brutal at times at least while we were there. We will be back.

Studio/Bay access/Pet friendly
This was a great home base for exploring the area! Would definitely stay again!

YaMar Cottage - Beach, Lagoon, Pool within steps
We had the best stay at YaMar. The cottage was stocked with all the things we would need for our stay (towels, toilet paper, cooking supplies, beach wagons, chairs and umbrellas, etc). We were very happy with the proximity to the beach that was directly across the street. The pool right down from the house was a huge hit with my kids. We also enjoyed watching the sunset on the dock and swinging on the swings. There were plenty of restaurants and grocery stores within a short drive. The host was a great communicator and extremely accommodating. We highly recommend staying here!

Hammock Hideaway - waterfront cabin
This home is exceptional. Very comfortable living area, well equipped kitchen, and bedrooms conducive to restful nights! Our favorite spot was the screened-in porch for morning coffee and quiet evenings where herons and turtles appeared to entertain us! Also Donna, the host, was very attentive checking in to see if anything was needed! We look forward to staying there again when back in Alabama! We give this house a 5+!

Everything you will need for a vaca to the beach
Great host. Very reaponsive. Place was great, right accross from pool and a short walk to beach access, beachgouse kitchen, a market and ice cream shop. Market opens early and stays open realtively late. block and a half approximately from a walking path on Lagoon dr. Would reccomend to friends/family. On the west end kinda quiter than further down which was nice.

Beach Haven Cottage in West Side Cottages
Beautiful condo. Teresa was very responsive and helpful. We had some confusion at check in and she was immediately available and calling to get it worked out. Very clean condo! We enjoyed the walking path and the view of the bay. The walking path is directly behind the condo and leads to the beach- it’s about a quarter mile walk to the beach. We enjoyed watching the birds from the deck! The pool was nice, always busy! Overall the condo is beautiful just as pictured and described. Would definitely stay again.

Bon Secour Relax on the River - Riverfront House
We had a blast and this location was perfect. Great waterfront location with a great restaurant on property. The house was very clean and perfect. Absolutely no issues and will be booking this house for our trip next year

Beach Cottage - NEAR BEACH! - 3bd 2ba - NO GS TAX!
Our family loved staying here. Beautiful, spacious, and clean. It looks small on the outside but once you walk in, it is roomy and comforting. Had all of the amenities one would hope to have when staying in an Air BnB. Hosts were friendly and communicative! It was great to have the community pools when you wanted to be in the water but not go to the beach. The "main" town of Gulf Shores and some of the other beaches are about a 20-30 minute drive away so not far. We loved staying here, it was perfect. Thanks for sharing this beautiful home with others Beth & Dan!
Quick stats about cottage rentals in Gulf Shores
Total rentals
40 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$124 AUD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
2.2K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
40 properties are a good fit for families
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10 properties allow pets
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30 properties have a pool
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