Orange Beach Gulf-View 2BR • Sleeps 8 • Wet Bar • Kid-Friendly • Pools • Boats

Orange Beach, Alabama
$350 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

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Property Type

Sleep 6

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Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Experience Orange Beach at Wind Drift 509 SW, a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Gulf-view condo that sleeps 8 guests. This family-friendly vacation rental features a wet bar with shiplap accent wall, large ocean-view balcony perfect for dolphin watching, Keurig coffee maker, large walk-in closet in the primary suite, and access to Wind Drift's exceptional dual-waterfront amenities. The spacious layout includes a breakfast bar with 3 bar stools and outside storage for all your beach gear.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Primary Bedroom: King bed, balcony access, large walk-in closet, ensuite bathroom with double vanity and tub/shower combination
Guest Bedroom: Two Double beds, private bathroom with single vanity and tub/shower combination
Living Room: Queen sofa sleeper + 2 queen chairs

Total Sleeping Capacity: 8 guests (King + 2 Doubles + Queen sleeper)
Both bedrooms have attached private bathrooms—no sharing. The queen sofa sleeper provides flexible extra sleeping space, and the two queen chairs in the living room offer additional comfortable seating.

BATHROOMS
Primary Bathroom (Ensuite): Double vanity with ample counter space, tub/shower combination—perfect for families with children
Guest Bathroom (Private): Single vanity, tub/shower combination, private access from guest bedroom with double beds
Two full bathrooms mean no sharing bottlenecks for guests.

LIVING SPACES
The open-concept living area features a large 50 TV and comfortable seating including a queen sofa sleeper and 2 queen chairs—plenty of room for everyone to gather. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors frame Gulf views and provide access to the large ocean-view balcony. The wet bar with shiplap accent wall adds character and convenience for entertaining.
The spacious layout creates seamless flow between living and kitchen areas—perfect for families who want to stay connected throughout the day.

DINING AREA
The small dining table seats 4 guests comfortably, with additional breakfast bar seating for 3 at the kitchen—total dining capacity for 7 inside. Whether you're gathering after a beach day or playing games, there's room for everyone inside—or move to the large balcony for outdoor dining with Gulf views.

KITCHEN
The fully equipped kitchen features white cabinetry, modern appliances, complete cookware and dishes for 8+ guests, and a large pantry for storage. Breakfast bar with 3 bar stools provides casual dining and extra counter space. Keurig coffee maker included for convenient morning brews—bring your favorite K-cups.

WET BAR
The wet bar in the living area features a stylish shiplap accent wall—perfect for serving drinks, storing glassware, or setting up a beverage station. This unique feature adds character and entertaining convenience.

OUTDOOR BALCONY
Your large ocean-view balcony offers Gulf views perfect for dolphin watching and enjoying the coastal breeze. Whether sipping morning coffee or gathering for evening cocktails at sunset, the balcony provides extra living space with wonderful water views. Watch the sunrise and enjoy the sound of waves throughout your stay.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Full-size washer and dryer
Outside storage for beach gear (beach chairs, umbrellas, toys, coolers)
Large walk-in closet in primary bedroom
Large pantry in kitchen
Keurig coffee maker (bring K-cups)
High-speed WiFi
50 TV with streaming capability
Wet bar with shiplap wall
Queen sofa sleeper + 2 queen chairs

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
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
Sleeps 8 guests maximum
Gulf-view positioning with ocean 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) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    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 : 6

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Review Review

  • Rachel W.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 5, 2024

    I would say the listing is true to description EXCEPT they failed to inform us that they were renting a condo with a defective master bath tub. It has a crack that the manager told me they knew about. The crack led to leaking into other condo units which led to my vacation with my 3 children and husband being horribly disrupted by a contractor, an all day tub repair that led to a horrific and toxic chemical smell from fiberglass making the unit unlivable. After multiple complaints I got moved ACROSS the street only to wash the smell out of all our clothes and my babies bedding. My children were left to watch my baby while my husband and I braved the smell to evacuate all our things as quickly as possible. I’m still, a week later, arguing with Caroline the manager or owner of coastal link properties about my reimbursement l! What an absolute nightmare! Don’t go! Choose somewhere else! Trust me!

  • Don S.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay very much. The property was as described. One elevator was out of service, but the wait for one wasn’t too bad. If watching TV in the evening, the only way to watch live local TV was by screen mirroring on another device. It wasn’t until late in the week that we found another remote that was probably intended for the living room TV, but there was no batteries or back on the remote. The beach was great. The beach service was great. The condo was great.

  • Kristin N.

    Submitted Apr 25, 2024

    Stayed Apr 12, 2024

    We had a great time. The condo was located in a prime location. It was easy for us to get to Orange Beach, the Flora Bama, and Perdido. We enjoyed how spacious the condo was. It was perfect for us.

  • Mike K.

    Submitted Apr 12, 2024

    Stayed Apr 5, 2024

    Condo was great but a little dated. Moderate renovation would kick it up a notch or two.

  • Treasure A.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2024

    Stayed Mar 28, 2024

    We had a great time, the weather was perfect! Condo 509 is very comfortable, had everything we needed to enjoy down time with friends. It is spacious and offers exceptional balcony views! Our group of four would stay here again?

  • Nancy S.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2023

    Stayed Jun 16, 2023

    We had such a wonderful stay and the condo was perfect! The condo worked perfect for our family of 6. It was stocked with anything I could possibly need to cook/ serve with. It was decorated so cute and everything was very clean. The view was my absolute favorite part about this condo!! Walking to the beach was such a breeze with its close proximity to the water, which made our lives easier with 4 kids in tow. We would most definitely stay here again in the future!

  • Cristin M.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2023

    Stayed Jun 25, 2023

    The condo was beautiful, we loved the decor and the view was worth every dime! We enjoyed the beach and it wasn’t too crowded. Great location. Thankful for a wonderful week.

  • Deedee J.

    Submitted Jun 3, 2023

    Stayed May 27, 2023

    We love staying at Wind Drift and this condo was perfect nicely equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and great den. We had a great time and we will be back!

  • Michael B.

    Submitted Apr 23, 2023

    Stayed Mar 30, 2023

    The property was exactly as listed. It met our every expectation and more! The view of the beach from the 5th floor balcony was awesome! The perfect place to have a cup of coffee and start the day. The only downside to our whole experience was the trouble with the elevators in the complex. Hopefully that will be addressed and repaired in the very near future. We would definitely chose to stay here again. Thank you for making our stay in Orange Beach memorable.

  • Nicole H.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2023

    Stayed Apr 14, 2023

    We had the most glorious time and everything was absolutely amazing!! Definitely plan to rent again!!

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