Playful Pelican - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms - Impressive Updates - Pet Friendly

Gulf Shores, Alabama
$441 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

It’s time to get away from it all!

The PLAYFUL PELICAN is located in Fort Morgan which is one of the quieter areas of the Alabama Gulf Coast, and one of the few areas where dogs are welcome. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom home is located on a dead-end street and it’s only a two-minute stroll to the sugar white beaches. There are no roads to cross and no traffic to negotiate. Unlike Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan is known for its serene beauty and there are fewer people on the beach even during the peak summer season. Why spend your vacation in a busy tourist trap when the Fort Morgan beaches offer a chance for real peace and relaxation Come make your next memories at the PLAYFUL PELICAN. Our goal is to provide complete satisfaction with your comfort being a high priority. The sand and surf await you!

PLAYFUL PELICAN
• Approximately 1,100 square feet
• Accommodates up to eight guests, featuring two bedrooms and two bathrooms
• High-speed Internet with free Wi-Fi

LOCATION
• 437 Buchanan Court East, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
• On the Fort Morgan Peninsula near the two mile marker
• Just a quick two minute walk on our dead-end street to the white sand beach

PET FRIENDLY
• Fort Morgan is a dog friendly beach!
• Well-behaved, house-trained dogs
• Maximum two dogs unless pre-approved by the Homeowners
• Two dog crates available for your use

KITCHEN
• Fully stocked and awaits your culinary creations
• Counters and enormous island boasts granite countertops
• New Whirlpool stainless steel appliances
• Seating for up to eight guests; four at the table and four at the island
• Convenient corner desk provides a perfect spot for your workstation

LIVING ROOM
• Spacious living room featuring a beautiful new sofa and loveseat
• Tables and furnishings provide a casual, coastal theme
• 50 flat screen SMART HDTV and Blu-ray DVD player
• Philo streaming service and LIVE TV provided
• Additional apps are available for guests that have subscriptions

MASTER BEDROOM
• King bed with new quilt and fresh bedding
• Luxurious mattress provides exceptional comfort and relaxation for a restful sleep
• New bedside tables, chest of drawers, and updated lamps elevate the décor creating a welcoming ambiance
• Comfortable sitting area that provides a peaceful place to relax or read a good book
• 42” flat screen HDTV and Blu-ray DVD player
• Full ensuite Master bathroom

BEDROOM 2
• Comfortably accommodates six guests with a full-over-full bunk bed and one queen bed
• Appointed with luxurious memory foam mattresses for exceptional relaxation
• New quilts, furniture, and lamps make the room feel warm and welcoming
• 50 flat screen Smart HDTV

HALL BATHROOM
• Well-appointed bathroom conveniently situated between the home's living areas and bedrooms
• Decorated with a bright, colorful fish accents
• The closet is stocked with extra blankets and other items

INDOORS
• Beautifully refreshed interior geared toward a coastal lifestyle
• Porcelain tile flooring throughout provides a continuous surface, making the home feel open and cohesive
• Thoroughly cleaned and exceptionally comfortable
• Three-panel craftsman style interior doors offer consistently throughout the home
• New Maytag washer and dryer conveniently located in the hallway closet

OUTDOORS
• Exterior boasts a complete remodel, featuring new stairs and deck railings
• Upgraded with Hardie siding with a fresh coat of paint that completely transforms the house to look brand-new
• Complete replacement of all new doors and windows
• Large, well maintained covered front porch provides ample space for outdoor living featuring a picnic table, comfortable Adirondack chairs, and a counter-height table with two chairs
• Newly installed concrete under the home for parking
• Outdoor space under the home features a shower, utility sink, picnic table, and a dedicated sitting area with overhead patio lights
• New charcoal Weber grill
• Beach gear, cart, wagon, chairs, toys, and boogie boards, are available for your use in the storage shed

CLEANING AND AMENITIES
• Professionally cleaned, sanitized, and inspected by our five-star cleaning team before your arrival
• Complimentary welcome kit with essential items such as toilet paper, paper towels, toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, lotion, soap), and other thoughtful conveniences to ensure a comfortable start to your stay
• To help you enjoy your stay, we supply eight beach towels for your use during your stay

SURROUNDING AREA
• The PLAYFUL PELICAN is located on the Fort Morgan peninsula, just twenty minutes from Gulf Shores, and less than five minutes from the Mobile Bay Car Ferry, which offers year-round service across the bay to Dauphin Island and Mobile, Alabama
• Grocery stores and restaurants are just down the road
• You may want to add a visit to Fort Morgan Historic State Park, adjacent to the ferry launch, approximately two miles away.
• The Gulf Shores Yacht Club and Marina is less than a mile away where you can rent boats or charter fishing trips. Speckled trout, white trout, redfish, flounder, sheepshead, tripletail, bluefish, red snapper, pompano and king mackerel are common in the Gulf Shores area.
• The sea, the sand, and the sun are the perfect recipe for an Alabama Gulf Coast lifestyle.
Lie on the beach, watch a stunning sunrise, or take a dip in the warm Gulf of America. It’s up to you how you spend your time.
• Sunshine, beaches, swimming, water sports, fishing, boating, dolphin cruises, parasailing, zip lining, marinas, bird watching, hiking, biking, shopping, dining out, and tropical breezes await you.

GOOD TO KNOW!
For the early riser, the breath-taking sunrises can be enjoyed from the covered front porch while sipping your morning coffee. If you prefer watching the sun rise over the gulf waters, it’s only a two-minute stroll to the beach. You just might see the dolphins playing close to the shore.

Escaping the everyday at Fort Morgan offers nature and serenity and breathtaking sunsets at dusk from either the surf or the bay. Stroll along the beach and enjoy the sugar white sand, salty air, and nature’s serenity. If you are at the point of the peninsula at dusk, you will be presented with some of the most beautiful sunsets you will ever see.

The PLAYFUL PELICAN is available for rental year-round and is definitely your home-away-from-home. Check the availability on the website or send us an inquiry. Please come make the PLAYFUL PELICAN your vacation home.
Guests may call us at any time and we would love to introduce ourselves and give you more information about our home.

The green binder in the home contains local information regarding Gulf Shores and the surrounding areas, and the blue binder contains additional information about the home.

You will receive a digital guidebook before you arrive that contains everything you need to know about our home and the surrounding area.

NOTE: For your safety, there are outdoor security cameras. The video footage is not shared and is recorded for security, insurance and liability reasons only. It does not infringe upon the guests’ privacy. There are no indoor cameras.

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Feature Features

  • 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
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1100 Sq Ft (102 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 50+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Charcoal Grill Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Outdoor Shower Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Bodyboard On Site Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Park
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Note From Host: NO Smoking/Tobacco/Cannabis/E-Cigarettes/Vaping! Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

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

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Jade M.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    Great house, super close to the beach, very clean, and a great layout. Kitchen was great!

  • Kelley S.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    We enjoyed a wonderful week at the Playful Pelican. Everything was as stated in the listing, the beds were comfortable, and everything needed was available. The owners were great to communicate any time we had a question. We highly recommend Playful Pelican!

  • Kim C.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    We had the most relaxing vacation at the Playful Pelican. It was incredibly clean and had everything we needed. The beds were comfy. We loved that it came equipped with beach towels, beach wagon/toys, chairs so we didn't need to pack all of the extras which made packing so much easier. We were able to take our two pooches with us and they loved the trip as much as we did. Fort Morgan is our favorite area--the beaches are quiet and not crowded. There are restaurants and small stores close by. The marina is fun to check out and has a nice restaurant, dock store, ice cream shop, and it has fishing charters as well.

  • Brian R.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2024

    Stayed Jul 3, 2024

    The property was clean and neat and in a great location away from all the busyness of the holiday weekend crowd. Just what we were looking for to spend July 4th holiday and celebrate with family. Highly recommended!

  • Steve M.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    My family and I visit Fort Morgan at least once a year, but this was the first time to stay at this beach house. It was exactly what we hoped for. Spotless, well-maintained, and well supplied with everything we needed to truly get away. The walk to the beach is very short and the beach itself was clean and lightly populated with other families being respectful of everyone’s experience. We were there to relax in the sand and eat excellent seafood and we checked both boxes. The owners responded quickly to any questions we had prior to arrival and during our stay. We’ll be back.

  • Patty B.

    Submitted Jan 25, 2024

    Stayed Jan 21, 2024

    We love the Playful Pelican for its quiet neighborhood and close proximity to beautiful dog- friendly Ft. Morgan beach. The house has every modern convenience, is squeaky clean, and beds and furniture are very comfortable. We have stayed here before and would love to stay again. One of the most well maintained VRBOs we have ever stayed in!

  • Charles R.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2023

    Stayed Jul 16, 2023

    Playful Pelican was perfect little getaway. The owners have done an extraordinary job capturing the beach atmosphere and creating a little haven to enjoy just relaxing on the coast to enjoy the beach and all it entails. The owners made check in easy and were always available if a problem should present itself. The house had everything you would need, including beach stuff. Highly recommend putting this one on you list to check out when visiting Fort Morgan. Its not directly on the beach but the one way in and out street created some seclusion and everyone we met to and fro were extremely pleasant to talk to.

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2023

    Stayed Jul 10, 2023

    Great area especially for a family. Close to the beach on a quiet road

  • Charles B.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2023

    Stayed Jul 1, 2023

    Great little house in a great neighborhood

  • Darrell T.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2023

    Stayed Jun 17, 2023

    This was a wonderful property! The home was very well stocked with everything you could ask for to enjoy your stay. The furnishings and decor were very nice, with new appliances throughout the kitchen. Plenty of games, puzzles, and books were on hand to keep everyone entertained during the inevitable pop-up rain showers. The storage area under the house contained loads of toys and gear to enjoy the sand and surf, along with a cart to transport that was the envy of the beach! The outdoor shower was perfect for shedding all the sand when returning from the beach. The owners were very responsive and ensured we had all of the info we needed to enjoy our stay. I highly recommend this property for a relaxing trip to Fort Morgan!

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