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Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More

Waterfront holiday home with a water park, 6-minute walk to Gulf Shores Beach

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Terrace/patio
TV
Pool
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

At this holiday home you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Gulf Shores Beach and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Wade Ward Nature Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washer/dryer. .You can enjoy a TV with satellite channels, and home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a water park, free WiFi in public areas and gas grills. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Gulf Shores holiday home include Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches.
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gulf State Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Happy Pappy Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More

iTrip Vacations Beaches of Alabama proudly offers WORRY FREE BOOKING!

Worry-Free Booking means GO AHEAD & BOOK TODAY - NO WORRIES if you need to cancel! At any time until a week before your stay, you can cancel your booking and WE WILL GIVE YOU 100% OF THE DEPOSIT BACK! Nope, we won't even keep the processing fee! Pinky promise!

$400 in FREE Activities per day ~ See details below!


Faxo's Retreat is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home located just one block from the Gulf of Mexico, overlooking Little Lagoon and less than a mile west of Hwy. 59. This charming home features a private pool (not heated) and a kiddie pool with scenic lagoon views.

PET FRIENDLY: Two dogs 35 lbs or less are allowed. A $150 per dog, non-refundable pet fee applies.

Property Features:

• Relax with your morning coffee or enjoy the sunset on the large lagoon-side balcony. There is also a covered patio underneath the home.

• The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need in your home away from home. The dining area seats six and there are four barstools for additional seating.

• The living area has a sofa sleeper.

• Primary bedroom has a king-size bed with balcony access.

• First guest room has a king-size bed with balcony access.

• Second guest room features two sets of twin-size bunk beds. (*Children six years or younger should not be permitted on the top bunk.)

• Bonus room features two twin-size day beds, balcony access, and beautiful views of Little Lagoon.

• Enjoy convenient keyless entry—no waiting in long lines for check-in or check-out.

• Guests are responsible for providing propane for the BBQ grill.

Please note: The room underneath the house is not accessible.
*NON SMOKING
*MINIMUM AGE TO RENT IS 25
*MUST CALL FOR MONTHLY AVAILABILITY

*THIS PROPERTY IS MANAGED BY ITRIP VACATIONS ALABAMA BEACHES

$400 FREE Activities Daily-Guests will receive one complimentary admission to our select activities per day. You can go to every one of these activities every day, and one person will be free per day. Additional guests will pay full price. Admissions are non-cumulative and non-transferable. Unused admissions expire daily.

So yes, you may choose to go fishing in the morning (one person is free), then golf at lunch (one person is free), and then go to the zoo that afternoon (one person is free). Or you may choose to go to the zoo in the morning with the kids (one person is free), and your husband can play golf (one person is free) and then meet that afternoon to go on the dolphin cruise (one person is free.) You may do some or all of these select activities every day, and one of your parties is free every day.

These activities are yours to use if you choose to do so at no additional cost or obligation.

*Does not apply to monthly reservations, and some activities are seasonal
*Due to recent incidents of credit card fraud, we have implemented additional security measures to protect our guests and ensure a smooth check-in process.

If you are booking a reservation to arrive within the next 48 hours, we kindly request that you provide us with a copy of your ID and credit card. The name on these documents must match the name on the reservation. We must receive these documents by the close of business on the day that you booked your reservation.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More?

Yep, Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More is a short 6-minute walk from Gulf Shores Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a private hot tub at Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More?

No, Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Taylor C.

Great place to stay. Definitely needs some updates but good location and we all had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip W.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd time staying and still one of the best places I have stayed in Gulf Shores. Private and great location for walking to the beach or hanging out by the dock. You don’t even have to drive anywhere. There is a store at the end of the neighborhood that has everything. We will stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome P.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty A., Tyler, Texas

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Place is beautiful. Quick response from owner everytime I sent a message. Definitely booking again for future vacations.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sabrina m.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was perfect for our family. The house does need a few minor repairs, blinds, carpet, and maybe power washing the exterior. The only issue we had was the AC unit didnt cool very well. The bunkbed room stayed warm no matter the temp set on the AC.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Deanna O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views

Great location with beautiful views of the lagoon. The property is a little run down and needs some attention. Overall the stay was good.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Margie S.

FAXO's Resort

We loved the location and all the attractions in the area. Very peaceful, great neighbors, and pet friendly, which was great. The cleaning lady does a very good job with what she has to work with BUT.... The pictures on the VRBO site are very outdated. We had a lot of issues:The carpeting in the bedrooms is disgusting. Stained and has chunks of something in it. Forget cleaning it - tear it out and put something pet-friendly in.The TV in the bedroom doesn't work. There were no batteries in the remotes and one remote didn't have a back to hold the batteries in place.The oven didn't work. We brought pizza's and had to leave them in the freezer when we left. The pool area was not at all what was shown in the pictures - very outdated and not cleaned. I swept the driveway, the patio area, and the steps. The shower in the master bath doesn't drain. The water accumulates around your feet.The hot water is unpredictable while showering - it gets real hot all of a sudden.The toilet in the master sounds like it is trying to fill all the time. Annoying at night. The washing machine stinks really bad - I cleaned around the rubber seal and pulled so much black mold and mildew out.The curtains in the bedrooms need to be cleaned - they are dirty and water stained. We had two dead roaches in one of the top bunk beds.Needless to say, we will not be a repeat customer.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle M.

JUST OK

Interior was clean enough but the entire place (both interior and exterior) could use some major TLC.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Troyce B., Hineston, La

Liked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

We’ve stayed here three separate times. Had a problem with air conditioning being set by the realtor. Maintenance came out twice. Never added Freon. It never cooled to a point that we were satisfied or comfortable. This will be the last time we stay at this particular beach house. Also, it did not seem that the pool was cleaned on the outside. We saw rats around the pool as well as roaches. Very disappointing. As this has never happened to us before at that particular location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness

May trip

Beautiful property, great neighborhood, peaceful and quiet, yet conveniently located to everything in Gulf Shores. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Brittany U.

Good and Bad

The good: Amazing views, the pool was clean, the house was in a good location, the communication to and from the management company was good. Tbe bad: We were underwhelmed in many ways. We asked about a pool heater on booking and got no answer, then asked again and it wasn’t an option. The water went off during our stay unexpectedly. The king beds were not comfortable, the mattresses dipped. The house is cluttered and needs some updates. The floors are all different levels which is a tripping hazard for kiddos. Usually with the properties we stay at there are some amenities and toiletries but we had to get everything. Overall, I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would be 5 but its close

The house is amazing, very clean, roomy, nice bright feel. The views are also amazing! I have 2 complaints. No outdoor furniture besides a cheap plastic chair. You come to the beach to be outside, so it would seem necessary that you need outdoor living furniture! My second complaint is there are no blankets in this ehile house. There are plenty of sheets and pillows, but not one bed, or closet, has an actual blanket. Other than those 2 things, the house was perfect. Everything worked as it should and it was super clean. I would definitely stay here again but i hope they update the bedding!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sonya C.

Faxo’s Retreat

Amazing location. Close to beach, restaurants, grocery stores and shopping. The view from this property is spectacular. The house is spacious and comfortable. Needs a little TLC, but overall it is a very nice property. We had a few issues at check in but the property management was excellent and responded very quickly to resolve our issues. Can’t say enough good things about property management. Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. Sunsets from the pier are breathtaking. I would book this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo W., St Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Location

This home sits on the Little Lagoon and has a dock where we saw sting rays swimming. The grandchildren loved it. It was nice having a lake, pool and the beach close by.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troyce B., Hineston, La

Liked: Cleanliness

Grandmother and grandfather takings kids on summer trip

We have stayed here a couple of times and absolutely love it. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing environment

The location was great, slightly of the beaten path yet within walking distance to food, shopping and the beach. We enjoyed the covered back porch and the pool is larger than most. The setting was beautiful overlooking the lake. The cleaning crew could have done a better job, there was broken glass outside under the porch swings and the pool was dirty upon arrival, however the pool cleaners arrived the next day without request. Overall very happy with our stay and we would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and location!

The house has a great location. Pretty view of the lagoon and easy walk to the beach. Awesome lay out of the house. Still some storm damage on the outside and pool but nothing major. We had a great stay while we were there!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gulf Shores

Other than the weather, we had a great time. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry E., Hueytown,USA

Peaceful

Nice home and area. The housekeeping was not that good and the couch in the living area needs thrown out. Overall we enjoyed the place and had a very nice time. The bed was comfortable and the view is very nice and the area is peaceful. I would stay again but might take a mop with me.
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dreama C., Newark, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Ohio to Alabama

All in all we had a good vacation. Loved the pool and the atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodi P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Faxo's!

Our family loved staying at Faxo's! The view is absolutely beautiful. The private pool is so nice. Beds were comfortable and the kitchen was nice size for cooking. Only downside is hot water does not last long so quick showers are a must. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

Beautiful home in a great location. Fishing was outstanding off the dock. We will be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Patricia N.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Don’t rent any property from this company. Don’t trust the pictures! The worst rental experience.

This house had several maintenance issues that the management company was unwilling to fix for us. This included the hot water in the house going out. The management company did not have a care in the world about the quality of their listing but only wanted the renter’s money. This house was not worth the price at all. We left two nights early after spending countless hours on the phone with the rental company about the issues. We were only partially refunded after mentioning a lawsuit. The house looks nothing like the photos. The pool was green when we got there and the hot tub was cold. You would be making a mistake renting this house or any property managed by this company.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022