Fishermen Beach Lovers Snowbirds Unique Bon Secour River Cabin, Pet Friendly!

Bon Secour, Alabama
$154 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

The Fish Camp cabin is located on the Bon Secour River. The Bon Secour river has historically been a working river for shrimp boats and fishermen. Commercial shrimp boats ply the river and use Bon Secour as a base from which they travel all the Gulf of Mexico. The name Bon Secour was given the river by French sailing crews who found the river to be a safe haven from storms. The very name means good anchorage and safe harbor. During the Civil War the South used the waters of the river to obtain salt and for years the remnants of the salt pits could still be seen. The Union army recognized the importance of the salt production and mounted a specific attack to destroy the pits. An example of a Southern mansion, The Swift Cole House is located within one mile of the fish camp and is available for touring.

The property includes a long dock on the river with two covered sitting areas. Boat dockage is available for guests. A boat launch is at the end of the street. The cabin is part of an original fish camp, consisting of ten cabins. The Fish Camp cabin was believed to be the owner/manager's cabin as it consisted of two bedrooms where the other original cabins were efficiencies. The Fish Camp cabin has been renovated with all the amenities, but keeps it's original, rustic character. The cabin has beamed ceilings and heart pine floors. The cabin has a living, kitchen, and dining area combination. The cabin also has a charming fireplace updated with gas logs. The wooden furniture was made locally by a Bon Secour craftsman. There are two bedrooms with a hallway and bathroom separating the bedrooms. The kitchen is completely furnished for cooking your favorite seafood recipe. New refrigerator, gas stove, microwave and dishwasher are available for guest's use. The kitchen has new granite countertops. A storage building next to the cabin contains a clothes washer and dryer. Designated parking is available next to the cabin.

The fish camp's spectacular 150 year old liveoak tree overlooks the river and dock and there is a swing for use by guests. Within walking distance of the cabin are two fish houses where fish and shrimp are unloaded directly from the boats. Fresh caught gulf shrimp are always available and fresh fish include speckled trout, flounder, grouper, red fish, mullet and many other species. World famous Bon Secour oysters are always available.

There is a front screened porch with river views. Guests can see shrimp boats traveling up and down the river. Dolphins can frequently be observed swimming in the river. The area is excellent for fishing right from the dock for speckled trout, redfish or flounder. Guests will have access to a crab trap, to try your hand at catching blue crabs. If you don't catch your dinner, there is an excellent restaurant close by, the Tin Top. You can't go wrong with anything ordered there.

The location is also perfect for those wanting beach access, but a more private, quaint setting. Beautiful Gulf Shores beaches and all the beach attractions are close by. The State Park Facilities provide beautiful beach areas, and a long fishing pier. Bon Secour Wildlife Refuge has hiking trails and beaches. Fort Morgan is a historic site and also has public beaches. Designated bird watching sites are throughout this area.

The Bon Secour Fish Camp is perfect for those wanting a unique beach and/or fishing experience without the hassle of beach crowds. The Fish Camp is a little off the beaten path. Perfect for a week end getaway or longer term rental. Come and enjoy!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 800 Sq Ft (74 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Dock Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Parasailing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Sea On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Annie

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed May 23, 2024

    Cozy cabin for a quiet stay. The private dock is wonderful.

  • Krystal

    Submitted May 24, 2022

    Stayed May 19, 2022

    Our stay was wonderful! The cabin had everything we needed and was comfy and cozy! The communication between us and the property owner was great. We would stay here again!

  • Evelyn R.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2026

    Stayed Jun 12, 2026

    I dont think ive ever went on vacation and come back so relaxed! The cabin was perfect! Quiet, only a few minutes from all the touristy things, and so clean and inviting!!! Id love to someday come back and rent every cabin in this area for a big family reunion. Thank you so much!!

  • Ashly R.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2026

    Stayed Jun 5, 2026

    Loved the area and neighbors. The cabin was cute well taken care of and clean

  • Sarah B.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2026

    Stayed May 25, 2026

    Linda and Gil reign supreme in the VRBO realm. This was our first family vacation and we brought our dog along with. Unbeknownst to us when we got there I noticed a food and water bowl out. The cottage had everything we would need for the stay. Only thing we had to do was buy our own food. They said you'll see the dolphins come up and feed at dawn and dusk. One of the most magical experiences in life happened when after several days of seeing them the mom and baby came all the way up to where me and my wife saw there smiles and made eye contact with those beautiful creatures. They were within 3 ft of the dock. I'm incredibly conflicted. Honestly this place was so magical I want to keep it a secret like buried treasure but want everyone to experience the beauty of nature. Gulf Shores and Orange Beach (The Wharf) are 20 min away. Only beach thats dog friendly is Fort Morgan though.

  • Julie Hayworth U.

    Submitted May 19, 2026

    Stayed Mar 19, 2026

    Highly recommend this quaint river cottage. We had a wonderful time! We'll definitely be back!!! Thank you for allowing us to stay!!!

  • Mark H.

    Submitted May 18, 2026

    Stayed May 13, 2026

    Everything was great!! Clean, convenient and the boat slip made everthing much easier for me!! I'll be back in June.

  • Steve B.

    Submitted May 15, 2026

    Stayed May 8, 2026

    My wife, son and I enjoyed a most comfortable, peaceful and relaxing weekend here at this cozy cottage. The home itself carries the cool charm and character of a well maintained older home. Very neat and clean and decor just right for a fishing cottage. House was supplied well for living and we cooked every meal there. As many top notch restaurants as there are in the Bon Secour/Foley/ Gulf Shores area, we just didn’t want to leave. The grounds and surrounding cottages were very neat and orderly. Met one resident and two other vacationers and all very nice and friendly, even the pets were friendly. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and out on the pier. I even enjoyed a few walks up and down the road which has little traffic. It was just a pleasant hustle and bustle free chill zone :). It was perfect for us and what we were looking for and just right for our budget, and a place we look forward to visiting again. Thank you

  • Sarah R.

    Submitted Mar 27, 2026

    Stayed Mar 23, 2026

    What a lovely vacation! If you love the simple old Florida life you will love this place. The cottage is so warm and comfortable with a screened porch perfect for morning coffee. We spent most of our time on the dock fishing, crabbing and bird and dolphin watching. Thank you so much for having us!

  • Stacey T.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2025

    Stayed Dec 25, 2025

    This pet friendly cottage is simply magnificent!

  • Patrick S.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2025

    Stayed Nov 16, 2025

    Great place

  • Stephanus N.

    Submitted Nov 15, 2025

    Stayed Nov 10, 2025

    Clean cozy and very comfortable. Will recommend this to anyone that wish to have a quiet stay off the beaten path. The fresh sea food within walking distance a definite plus.

  • Colleen P.

    Submitted Oct 30, 2025

    Stayed Oct 21, 2025

    Nice cozy home, decorated so nicely in fishing motif, loved sitting in the screened in porch every morning. We had fun fishing on the big beautiful dock and watching the dolphins.

  • Dana C.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Linda and Gill always have a clean space and the area is completely quiet. Love my stays here!

  • Pitts T.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2025

    Stayed Sep 15, 2025

    Perfect place for a quiet getaway!

  • Tim R.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    Great little fish camp like setting. Clean and cozy. Everything was as expected and the new dock is great for a quiet happy hour. Will definitely go back.

  • Tommy P.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    The property offered a peaceful place to relax for the weekend. The private dock was excellent for relaxing, fishing an crabbing.

  • bobby c.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    We had a great time doing nothing. Sweet little cottage with plenty of amenities. Lots of restaurants near by, Friendly neighbors. The cottage was great it just needs to upgrade their beds, they were old and very springy. We love the Bon secure location. We would stay there again.

  • Renee S.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    The property is nostalgic and provided all we needed for a comfortable stay.

  • John B.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    The place was exactly how it was explained, a fishing camp the boat slip, and dock facilities were excellent. The house was just as explained it was. We didn’t spend much time in the house because we were on our boat pretty much the whole weekend, but I will say while we were at the house the neighbor to the right of the house was a major Karen. She was all in our business telling us what we needed to do.

  • Sharon W.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 24, 2025

    It was perfect for what we were looking for. Fishing, close to the beach but out of crowds. Great stay!

  • Renea R.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    Surprisingly quiet little place! Thank you for trusting us to stay we had a great visit

  • Daniel T.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 9, 2025

    House was tidy. Loved the location in an old fishing villiage along the Bon Secour River. Family friendly area. Easy drive to the beaches in Gulf Shores. Loaded up on shrimp for the ride home from the fishery right down the road!

  • Roseanne J.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    I love Bon Secour and this little fish camp. Take a break from the life and just relax here! Gil’s place is very comfortable and they have everything you need, including crab traps! Going to the pier for a beautiful sunrise and sunset are my favorite thing to do. If you are lucky, you’ll see dolphins cruising by or chasing mullet into the shallows for breakfast. And of course, you are within walking distance of the freshest seafood stores in the area! It’s neat to see the shrimp boats from Aquila Seafood pass by the pier. I discovered this place during 2020 and try to go back at least once a year! So glad Gil’s cabin was available for me to rent this year. My elderly Mom was able to go since the cabin only has two entry steps.

  • Gloria S.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    Very quiet area. A very well equipped cabin. Someone did their homework on things that would make your stay easy. Beds could be more comfortable. Enjoyed our stay and visit with family.

  • Lyrae F.

    Submitted Apr 23, 2025

    Stayed Apr 15, 2025

    Perfect

  • Debra O.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2024

    Stayed Oct 3, 2024

    It was Me and Husband and our two puppies.. We loved this cabin/ cottage . The pier is wonderful all of enjoyed our time on it . Fishing , crabing and just spending time in swings We even saw dolphins . We met some of the locals on the pier and they could not have been nicer . The owner Linda went out of her way to make sure we could watch our football games. We will be back !!

  • Terri C.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 23, 2024

    Loved our stay. Clean and well equipped. Close to the beach and Pier fishing. For a couples getaway, it’s perfect. Lots of fresh fish , shrimp to make your own boil. Good restaurants a short drive too.

  • Karen Z.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    The cottage was the perfect place to have a relaxing fishing vacation with the beach a convenient 20 minute drive away. The inside was super cute, clean, and comfy and the area was quiet and safe. We definitely will come back as soon as we can!

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