5 Minute walk to the Beach, Dog friendly Seagrass Cottage

Gulf Shores, Alabama
$358 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

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Sleep 8

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Down Fort Morgan Road in Gulf Shores, AL around mile marker 10, lies one of the hidden secrets of the Alabama Gulf Coast - an uncrowded beach where not only can you productively fish right off the shore, you can also bring your dog.

Just steps from this beach lies the “Seagrass Cottage.” The cottage is nestled at the end of a dead-end street where seemingly hidden stairs magically lead you up to the home. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath house boasts Gulf of Mexico views, the soundsof the surf, and just a few steps to dip your toes in the water.

Located in the private Cabana Beach neighborhood of Fort Morgan, “Seagrass Cottage” delivers stunning views, 2 private decks and all the comforts of home. A parking pass for the private beach parking lot is included and as a guest at Cabana Beach, you are also able to fish off the neighborhood fishing pier across Hwy 180 on Mobile Bay. But why drive anywhere You can step down under the house and be at the Gulf in minutes.

The house is equipped with 2 decks: the main deck wraps around from the kitchen to the master bedroom and includes loungers and a full outside dining table. Another deck is attached to the second-floor loft bedroom (all the kids' favorite room). There are 3 sets of French doors in the home to let the sea air in: in the living room, master bedroom & the huge loft bedroom. The Gulf views and breezes must be experienced to be believed! There is also an outdoor shower so you can wash the seawater off or just delight in taking a shower out in the elements (it is private).

This is our favorite area of Alabama and many parts of it are wild and untamed. Some of the wildlife you can see here are dolphins, pelicans, and sea birds, many species of turtles, multitudes of fish, crabs, otters, and yes, even alligators (but not on the beach!). An educational excursion less than ten miles to the west lies the actual Fort Morgan historic site which includes the barracks, canons, and a small museum. This is a great short trip for history buffs and a super way to introduce your children to physical history.

The home features flat-screen TVs throughout (all with HDMI so you can bring your Roku, Apple TV, Xbox, whatever), basic cable, DVD players, and free WIFI.

“Seagrass Cottage” is within walking distance of The Beach Club resort where there is shopping, dining and even a spa. The Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge is also close to the Cottage. And of course, Gulf Shores, 12 miles to the east offers many fine dining establishments, Rouses (the best grocery store ever), and a bunch of tourist stuff, if you're into that. There is a dedicated grilling area and picnic table under the house. Inside, the dining table can be expanded and there are extra chairs for guests to use. The kitchen is stocked with all the pots/pans/utensils and appliances you'll need. Bed linens, towels & washcloths are all provided.

Do remember to bring beach towels.

A 'starter set' of essentials is included in the reservation. Policies: Guests renting the house must be at least 25 years old. A photo ID is required at check-in.
The property is a non-smoking house.

Dogs are welcome with a $225 non-refundable pet fee per pet.

Professionally managed by Poole and Associates

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    On The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • 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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Parasailing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping Near The Bay Near The Ocean Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 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

  • Michael S.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Ocean View and nice property

  • Chelsea T.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 13, 2025

    This house was fantastic it really felt like home away from home! It smelled amazing and was very clean and well taken care of. We would definitely like to stay here again. It’s almost like you’re in your own little bubble with this house. The kitchen appliances and utensils it comes with is just crazy! From an orange juice maker to a wok and a huge pot for a crab boil. It’s fully stocked. There is a house and a really nice outdoor shower to use when you get back from the beach! It’s just a very near perfect place to stay with a small family.

  • Elizabeth W.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    This location exceeded our expectations! It was so convenient to walk down to the beach. The beach was not crowded. This is a great place to stay if you want to enjoy the beach and avoid the busy touristy areas, but still close enough to make a short drive to tourist attractions when you want.

  • Justin M.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    Enjoyed a week long trip with the family. Short walk to the beach, would stay again.

  • Whitney H.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    Loved how close we were to the beach, quiet, in a cul de sac. We definitely will stay there again.

  • Sarah P.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed May 30, 2025

    The view of the beach from the cottage was wonderful! The space inside was perfect for our family and friends, especially in the living room. Lots of places we’ve stayed have always been more cramped for us all. This was perfect. Everything was great.

  • Brandi M.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay!

  • Amy H.

    Submitted Mar 22, 2025

    Stayed Mar 18, 2025

    We loved our stay. It was so nice to bring our dog along with us. She loved the ocean. The location is perfect. It was so nice to walk to the beach. We went multiple times a day. We also enjoyed sitting on the deck. Would definitely love to come back!

  • Deanna S.

    Submitted Mar 13, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    This was the perfect beach house for our family of 4 and dog. The house was very clean and tidy. The house had plenty of room for everyone. The living room furniture was very comfortable. The bedrooms were roomy. The kitchen was stocked with plenty of glasses, utensils, pots/pans, baking sheets, etc. The “did you forget something “ baskets under the sink in the bathroom was a thoughtful touch. The surrounding area was vey quiet and peaceful. The walk to the beach was short.There were beach chairs and beach toys to use. It was so nice being able to take our dog with us and walk him on the beach. We would definitely rent this home again.

  • Sarah T.

    Submitted Dec 11, 2024

    Stayed Nov 26, 2024

    We decided to go away for Thanksgiving this year and found this cute cottage. It was perfect!! We had plenty of space to be together, yet still have our own space when needed. We were the perfect distance to the beautiful beaches. It was quiet and relaxing and just what my family needed this year to have a relaxing and restful break from reality. Thank you to the boys for sharing their cottage!

  • Jacob H.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 30, 2024

    This house is in a beautiful location. A short walk to the beach. And the beach, was perfect. Some days my family were the only people on the beach. Our kids could explore and have some freedom without us having to worry. Overall a great experience and a great place for kids and families.

  • LuAnn M.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    Would like to report some broken items. Of chair arms on the upper leg. One of the dining room chair backs comes off. Outside hose downstairs is split.

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