Orange Beach Gulf-Front 3BR • Corner Unit • Sleeps 8 • Ice Maker • Pools • Boats

Orange Beach, Alabama
$515 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 3

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Bath 3

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Sleep 8

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Experience Orange Beach at Wind Drift 612 SW, a 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom Gulf-front corner unit that sleeps 8 guests. This beachfront vacation rental features panoramic Gulf views from floor-to-ceiling windows, built-in under-counter ice maker, dining table seating for 8, both traditional coffee maker AND Keurig, 2 recliners plus cozy chair for extra seating, large walk-in closet in the primary suite, and balcony access from both the living room and primary bedroom. The corner positioning provides extra windows and natural light throughout this spacious coastal retreat.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENT
Primary Bedroom: King bed, large walk-in closet, balcony access, ensuite bathroom with single vanity and tub/shower combination
Guest Bedroom 1: Queen bed, large closet, private bathroom with single shower
Guest Bedroom 2: Two Twin beds, adjacent bathroom with single vanity and tub/shower combination (shared/accessible from hallway)
Living Room: Queen sofa sleeper + 2 recliners + cozy chair
Total Sleeping Capacity: 8 guests (King + Queen + 2 Twins + Queen sleeper)
All three bedrooms have private or adjacent bathrooms—no long hallway walks for bathroom access. The queen sofa sleeper provides flexible extra sleeping space, and the living room's 2 recliners plus cozy chair offer abundant comfortable seating beyond the sofa.

BATHROOMS
Primary Bathroom (Ensuite): Single vanity with counter space, tub/shower combination—attached to primary bedroom with king bed
Guest Bathroom 1 (Private): Single shower (no tub), private access from guest bedroom with queen bed
Guest Bathroom 2 (Adjacent/Shared): Single vanity, tub/shower combination, accessible from hallway adjacent to guest bedroom with twin beds
Three full bathrooms mean flexible arrangements for larger families and groups.

LIVING SPACES
The spacious open-concept living area features comfortable seating including 2 recliners, a cozy chair, and a large queen sofa sleeper—plenty of room for everyone to gather for game night or family movies after beach days. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors throughout this corner unit frame breathtaking Gulf views and provide access to the large beachfront balcony. Watch sunrise and sunset from your private outdoor space.
The corner positioning means extra windows and panoramic water views—you're surrounded by Gulf beauty. Natural light floods the entire condo from multiple exposures.

DINING AREA
The dining table seats 8 guests comfortably—everyone can gather together for meals. The breakfast bar provides additional seating at the kitchen for casual dining or morning coffee. Whether you're enjoying fresh seafood dinners or playing board games, there's room for the whole family at the table.

KITCHEN
The fully equipped kitchen features complete cookware and dishes for 8+ guests, built-in under-counter ice maker (no more ice runs!), breakfast bar with seating, and spacious layout with ample counter space. Both a traditional coffee maker AND Keurig are provided—use whichever you prefer, or both. Bring your favorite K-cups and ground coffee.

BALCONY
Your large Gulf-front balcony offers direct beachfront views—watch dolphins play, enjoy morning coffee with sunrise views, and gather for evening cocktails as the sun sets over the Gulf. The corner unit positioning provides expanded outdoor space with multiple seating areas. Access from both the living room and primary bedroom means you can step outside anytime.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Full-size washer and dryer
Outdoor storage unit for beach gear (beach chairs, umbrellas, toys, coolers)
Large walk-in closet in primary bedroom
Built-in under-counter ice maker (no trips to ice machine!)
Both traditional coffee maker AND Keurig
High-speed WiFi
Smart TVs with streaming capability
Corner unit with extra windows and natural light
2 recliners + cozy chair (extra comfortable seating)
Queen sofa sleeper
Dining seats 8 at table, plus breakfast bar seating
Balcony access from living room and primary bedroom
All three bathrooms private or adjacent to bedrooms

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)

WIND DRIFT AMENITIES
Wind Drift isn't your typical Orange Beach property. This complex occupies one of the most coveted stretches on the Alabama coast—nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and Old River, bordered by a state park to the west. Translation: unobstructed sunset views, uncrowded beaches, and a location you can't replicate.
The dual-waterfront setup means you're not choosing between beach life and boating access—you're getting both. First-come boat slips with direct river access across the street on Old River. A fishing pier where the catches are as good as the views. Trailer and watercraft storage for serious boaters. Two outdoor community pools with sundecks—one Gulf-front, one bayside. Tennis and pickleball courts for active guests.

ORANGE BEACH DINING & ATTRACTIONS
Orange Beach offers an exceptional dining scene within walking distance or a short drive. Local favorites include Flora-Bama Lounge for live music and legendary Bushwackers, The Gulf for waterfront dining in repurposed shipping containers, Zeke's Restaurant for fresh seafood, Doc's Seafood Shack for fried Gulf catches, Louisiana Lagniappe for upscale Creole cuisine, Cosmo's Restaurant for diverse menu options, GTs On The Bay for bayfront views, LuLu's for family-friendly atmosphere with entertainment, and The Hangout for beachfront casual dining.

Orange Beach has earned impressive national recognition. Condé Nast Traveler named it a top 10 beach in the United States for 2026. The Orange Beach Festival of Art won USA Today's #1 Best Arts Festival in the nation for 2025. The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail earned the #1 Best Recreational Trail in the U.S. for three consecutive years (2023-2025). USA Today also recognized Orange Beach with #7 Best Small Town Food Scene in 2024.

DETAILS
3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms
Sleeps 8 guests maximum
Gulf-front corner unit with panoramic beachfront views
Animal-Free Unit (no pets)
Age Requirement: Primary renter must be 25 years or older

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Kayaking Nearby Parasailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Swimming Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay Near The Ocean On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Elevator Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • Helen P.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    Beautiful condo, view, and weather! Only issue was with some jelly fish…but can’t control that. Not a bad walk to the beach…but, you have to either rent the umbrella/chairs (40/day) available or walk farther past where they put those up each day. Also, seems like your 2 parking spaces should come with the condo, rather than having to pay 125 more. I would gladly pay for extra parking (more than 2), that would make more sense. Anyway, we enjoyed the stay!!

  • Micah F.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 22, 2025

    Wind drift is one of my favorite places to stay! They have the best location with boat launch access, trailer parking, and wonderful views!

  • Laurie C.

    Submitted May 3, 2025

    Stayed Apr 28, 2025

    Although we booked 612SW for the space & the view we didn’t stay there as there was considerable construction going on. We hope to have a redo vacation & are able to stay in this beautiful unit. We love the location of Windrift.

  • Frankie J.

    Submitted May 28, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    Although check-in was 4:00, the room was still being cleaned and not ready until 4:45. We had a wonderful time.

  • Christina S.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2023

    Stayed Oct 7, 2023

    Not having a bunch of condos right next to us was really great! Fewer people, the beach was great, the condo was clean and plenty of space. Did feel the parking passes were a bit expensive but overall we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely consider this condo again for a family trip.

  • Marjorie W.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2023

    Stayed Sep 11, 2023

    Comfortable condo. Very nice stay. 5 star rating

  • Melinda M.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2023

    Stayed Aug 17, 2023

    If you are looking for a comfortable, quiet, family like atmosphere, this is the place for u. It is not new but that is part of its charm. The best part about 612 sw is the view! The dedicated undeveloped land next door is truly our favorite thing!

  • Bette G.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2022

    Stayed Oct 1, 2022

    We would definitely love to stay here again! I loved being able to take photos of both sunrises and sunsets from our balcony. ?

  • Donna L.

    Submitted Aug 29, 2022

    Stayed Aug 18, 2022

    The property is not new but seems well maintained. The master bath wasn't very large, but there were two other bathrooms. We let the host know some things hadn't been cleaned well, and she was quick to respond and offer solutions, so I don't believe there will be any ongoing problems. Wi-fi and TV instructions were easy and all worked well. Check-in and check-out were super easy. All communication with the host was problem free. The condo was spacious and had great views of the beach and to the west, toward Gulf Shores. From the entry door, we could immediately see the ocean, which was very close to the building and easy to access. The building is at the end of a row of other condos, and the condo is a corner unit, so privacy and views were not a problem. Although it was a rainy week, we got beach time and relaxation. Chair/umbrella rental was an easy process too.

  • CLAUDIA H.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2022

    Stayed Aug 11, 2022

    This condo was just perfect for my family! Very spacious, clean, very nice decorated, perfect location & only a few steps to the beach! Cannot forget to mention the amazing beautiful ocean view it has from all angles!! Caroline was very helpful. Will definitely look forward to booking again!

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