Waterfront holiday rentals in Gulf Shores

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Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Gulf Shores

  • Total holiday rentals

    Explore 2,860 holiday rentals in Gulf Shores

  • Nightly prices starting at

    Gulf Shores holiday rentals start at $84 AUD per night before taxes and fees

  • Verified guest reviews

    Over 62,350 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly holiday rentals

    2,450 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly accommodation

    Find 260 rentals that welcome pets

  • Holiday rentals with a pool

    2,560 properties feature pools

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    1,110 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    2,770 of Gulf Shores holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Gulf Shores rentals

  • 4.7 Average rating

    Gulf Shores stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests

  • Nearby attractions

    Gulf Shores's top spots, include The Wharf, Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, and Gulf Shores Golf Club

Top-rated waterfront accommodation in Gulf Shores

Guests agree: These waterfront accommodation options are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

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Top Guest favourite
Condo in Gulf Shores
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews

Steps to Beach! Ocean Views & King Bed+Pool/HotTub

🏖️Welcome to the best beach value in Gulf Shores! Enjoy beach views from your private balcony and easy walkable beach access right across the street - at a fraction of the price! 🚗1 free parking pass ($50 value) comes with your booking! 🌅Most secluded beach section in Gulf Shores! 🏊‍♀️Take a dip in the pool & enjoy the relaxing hot tub. 🐚Gorgeous, updated, 1st floor unit. No waiting for busy elevators! 🛏️1 King bedroom, built-in bunks and queen sofa bed. Unforgettable memories await!

Top Guest favourite
A private balcony features four wicker chairs and a wooden coffee table, set against a backdrop of expansive ocean views. The sunlight reflects off the water, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere for relaxation.
Condo in Gulf Shores
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 287 reviews

Price Reduced - Beach Front 3BD 2BA Gulf Shores

Stay in the middle of everything! Easy walking distance to restaurants, bars, and the beach! We have other units in the same complex! Perfect for large groups! https://abnb.me/6SNAswwqgFb https://abnb.me/ZcvRVXyqgFb Great amenities! Heated pool, outdoor hot tub. Gulf Shores’ finest fitness center with 2,000+ square feet of professional grade fitness equipment. We are the only complex in Gulf Shores with on-site water sports rentals including jet skiing, banana boat rides and parasailing.

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A private balcony features two wooden chairs and a small round table, offering an unobstructed view of the ocean waves and cloudy sky. The railing provides safety while enhancing the vista of the Gulf, creating a serene outdoor space for relaxation.
Apartment in Gulf Shores
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Beachfront & pet friendly! 2 pools! Balcony view!

Relax with the whole family at this amazing beach getaway in this 2B/2B Gulf front condo right on the beach. Indoor & outdoor pool on site. The indoor pool is heated for year round enjoyment. Spectacular views from your private balcony on the 6th floor! The kitchen has all-new stainless steel appliances, a drip coffee maker AND a Keurig. Our unit is pet-friendly for dogs up to 20 lbs! A 70 inch smart TV in the living room for movie night and DISH cable. Inquire for snow bird rates for Dec-Feb

Top Guest favourite
Two palm trees frame a wide view of Little Lagoon, with a wooden fishing pier leading to a green-roofed structure. The serene water reflects a clear blue sky dotted with a few clouds, creating a peaceful outdoor setting.
Condo in Gulf Shores
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews

Always 5 O’Clock Beach Access, Pier, Kayaks, Pool

Something for Everyone – Perfect Getaway! This incredible location offers endless activities for all: On-site boat launch with slips for easy access Fishing pier 2 Kayaks for our guests Private beach access , just across the street Pool overlooking the lagoon Close to restaurants, attractions, and shopping Nearby Attractions: • Pier 33 Convenience Store 2.3 mi • Walmart – 3.2 mi • The Hangout – 3.2 mi • The Track (Go-Karts & Mini Golf) – 5.7 mi • Gulf Shores Zoo – 8.1 mi • OWA Amusement 10

Top Guest favourite
A colorful beach scene features a wooden lounge chair adorned with a striped towel and a glass of beverage. Nearby, a green bucket and several beach balls rest on the soft white sand, with a bright yellow and white umbrella providing shade against a clear blue sky.
Bungalow in Gulf Shores
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Lux Pet Friendly Beachfront Home

The private beach access was a dream! – Anne Marie Just a few miles from the bustle of Gulf Shores, Surfside Paradise is an incredible retreat - full of relaxing southern charm and steps away from the private beach and its soft white sand and crystal clear emerald water. And from a gorgeous double deck overlooking the Gulf, it’s also the perfect spot to watch dolphins swim or Blue Angels practice! With fishing, paddle-boarding or kayaking only half a mile away, it truly is paradise!

Top Guest favourite
A serene balcony is furnished with four white Adirondack chairs, positioned to enjoy ocean views. Soft sunlight casts a warm glow over the space, creating an inviting atmosphere for relaxation. The horizon features gentle waves meeting a vibrant sky during sunset.
Condo in Orange Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews

Renovated Beachfront Condo w/ Amazing Views!

Enjoy the Mystics of Pleasure Mardi Gras and Moon Pies on Main Mardi Gras Parades • Recently renovated in 2023 with brand-new furniture throughout. • Electric fireplace for some additional ambiance • Breathtaking views of the white sand beaches from the 12th floor. • Fully stocked kitchen with all-new appliances. • Enjoy access to multiple indoor and outdoor pools across Phoenix I-IV. • A short walk to excellent seafood restaurants. • Convenient access to Gulf State Park

Guest favourite
The living area features a blue sofa paired with two white armchairs, complemented by a rustic coffee table. A ceiling fan adds ventilation above while large sliding doors provide access to the oceanfront balcony, showcasing expansive views of the turquoise waters.
Condo in Gulf Shores
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

Gulf Front w/ Breathtaking Views- 8th Floor

Welcome to our Gulf front condo Relax in style with amazing views. When you enter into this open concept floor plan you can't help but be drawn to the magnificent views and large balcony. The large (HEATED) pool w/ beach access is just one of the reasons that keeps guest coming back! Living room and primary bedroom have access to the oversized balcony with a front and center view of the Gulf of Mexico. Guests reserving must be 25 years or older to rent and must be in attendance

Top Guest favourite
Condo in Gulf Shores
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

Lagoon & Gulf Views | 2 King Suites | Beach Gear

Sunsets over the Lagoon, sunrises over the Gulf! Enjoy a quiet escape with two King Suites, a private boat slip, and private beach access just 200 yards away. With 3 private balconies, a fishing pier, and beach gear included (wagon/chairs), Sunset Paradise is the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Located in a low-density area just 3 miles from downtown Gulf Shores! Experience the best of both worlds! No third-party bookings; age 25+.

Top Guest favourite
Home in Gulf Shores
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews

Beach & Lagoon Retreat - Private Beach Access

Welcome to Golden Hour! This newly renovated Gulf Shores retreat is just 100 steps from the beach with private, deeded access. Enjoy stunning water views from every bedroom and breathtaking sunsets nightly. 🏡 Sleeps 10 (max 8 adults) | 4 Bedrooms | 3 Ensuite Baths 🍽️ Spacious kitchen | Two living areas | Wrap-around deck 🌊 Beach gear, paddleboards, kayak & more! Located in peaceful West Beach Blvd—your perfect coastal escape

Top Guest favourite
A one-story beach house is positioned directly on the white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. The structure features a metal roof and is surrounded by sandy terrain, with gentle waves visible in the foreground and a cloudy sky above.
Home in Gulf Shores
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews

Got it Good Beach Front House!

“Got it Good” is a one-story 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located directly on the sugary white sands of the Gulf of Mexico in peaceful Surfside Shores. “Got it Good” is located just 14 miles down Fort Morgan Road from Highway 59 in Gulf Shores, Alabama. ** During Peak Season (May 15-August 15) we have a 7 night Minimum with the standard Saturday to Saturday stay - We ONLY accept Saturday to Saturday Bookings During this time!!**

Top Guest favourite
Home in Gulf Shores
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Casa Verde: Heated Pool +JET SKI & Pontoon rental

Across the street is the ocean & behind the house is the lagoon; it's the best of both worlds. Swim, fish, crab & paddle board in the lagoon, then swim in the ocean & chill on the beach. Rinse off in the outdoor shower & enjoy the heated pool. FYI: pool heating costs extra: $50 per day (for 8 hours of heating - you pick the hours). You're welcome to use the Green Egg grill. We rent kayaks, a paddle board & a jet ski too.

Top Guest favourite
A serene outdoor area features a hot tub, fire pit, and a sandy beach leading to an expansive body of water. A long pier extends into the bay, framed by lush greenery and white gravel paths, creating a tranquil setting for relaxation.
Townhouse in Coden
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 601 reviews

*Bay View* Near Dauphin Island HOT TUB! Unit B

Welcome to the bay! The best of both worlds. Close to dauphin island and close to downtown Mobile! This is a home with two separate units on the property. Unit B (this unit) is the downstairs unit. You have 3 private doors for you to come in and out. Your own outdoor space includes: hot tub, grill and outside area. -500 Ft Pier, Boat House and fire pit are a shared space. - We are always available for questions!

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