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Here’s your four-star review, friendly and honest with just the right balance of praise and helpful feedback:⸻We stayed here for three weeks as a family of five, and it was a great fit! The unit had everything we needed — all the amenities were present and useful, and the space worked perfectly for our group. The location is hard to beat — public beach access is right across the street, and the parking there made beach trips super convenient and stress-free.Our kids especially loved the small pool just steps away from the unit. It’s about the size of a typical backyard pool, but rarely used, so they basically had it to themselves most evenings — a huge plus!That said, we did have to do a bit of our own cleaning upon arrival. There was some sand, a few bites from no-see-ums, and quite a bit of hair to remove from the drains. Thankfully, my husband got both tubs draining like new (lol). Not ideal, but small issues that didn’t affect our overall enjoyment.The communal areas aren’t anything to rave about. The big pool is okay, but could definitely use some upgrades — music, a snack bar, and a few family events would go a long way. A pickleball court would be more useful than the tennis court, and a playground would be an excellent addition since the complex seems to attract a lot of families.A quick note on Gulf Shores in general: jellyfish are a problem (this is known). We had two great beach weeks, but the third week the water was full of them.

This was a great

Nice quiet place

The property was convenient to use. The pool really came in handy as the water on the beach was closed due to rip currents. Double red flags flew all week. The bed was very comfortable. The only thing wrong was the stove was an older model electric range with coil burners and I found it difficult to use. There was an alligator in the pond.

Over all the place was in shape. The beds were comfortable, AC worked. Upon arrival we found that the kitchen sink faucet did not work and some times it did. We reported this the first day and never heard anything back, we had right about a half roll to a quarter of a toilet paper in each bathroom with no replacement. Each time we swept we found pet hair. The kitchen table had a residue left on it. We were able to move past these things and still able to have a good stay. The pool was well kept and the residents are friendly. The beach was easy to get to. If someone from management reads this just take it as a learning experience and move one. We enjoyed it down there. Things just need tightening up.

It was exactly what we though it would be! Loved being at the the front of the neighborhood but end of the road out of the way and the pool was close. The only issue we had were the burners on the stove were messed up and slanted which wasn’t the safest and the bugs outside would eat you alive in 5 seconds. But honestly, a 9/10 for us ♥️

We enjoyed our stay at the property. The beds were so comfortable and clean. However the house was not clean. However is cleaning the house is doing a minimal job at it. There ade so many random rugs full of hair and sand. I actually had to vacuum when we first checked in. The fridge is so old and loud, my kids had trouble sleeping with the noise. The toilet in main bedroom runs and the shower was very difficult to get to the right temp. If you turned it all the way to hot it stayed cold. Only after having taken a cold shower and my husband turning it various ways did we figure out that it has to stay in the center to actually have a warm shower. This can be a lovely vacation rental if it is just tended to and looked after.

Our second time to stay at tne Rookery. Love it there. The cottage this stay had a nicely stocked kitchen with dishes, utensils, small appliances. Decor nicely done. Beds were on the soft side and wish we didn't have to drive to get to the pool. The small pool closeby was really small but enjoy the hot tub and larger pool area. Ocean and beach are always a favorite. Screened in porch was very appreciated. Nice property and the residents we have met there are friendly and give good southern hospitality.

Bugs were terrible! Couldn't spend any time by the pool, hot tub, outside in general without getting bit by those tiny bugs...then we all itched for the rest of our week there....the property owners need to do better bug control....spray, use bug zappers or something!

Awesome location. Nice house. Will definitely stay again