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Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout

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A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean.
A beach with rows of wooden beach chairs and blue umbrellas.
A beach view with a swimming pool and beach chairs.
A multi-story hotel with a beach view, a flag on top, and a sign indicating the beach name.
A kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a view of the ocean, and a living area with a sofa and a clock on the wall.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 448 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

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At this condo you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Gulf Shores Beach and within 20 minutes of Gulf State Park. .Condo features a washing machine, free WiFi and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This beach condo building offers barbecues and a lift. Plus you'll find laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Little Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout

Summary:

Direct beachfront, updated and beautiful! Just steps to the beach and Hangout!!!



The Space:

Come enjoy the white sand beaches and all that Gulf Shores has to offer. This 4th floor beachfront condo at Island Winds West is the perfect location in the centre of Gulf Shores, just steps to The Hangout and the many shops and restaurants in the heart of this beautiful little beach town. Just west of the main public beach, you are in walking distance to many of the attractions and events. Simply put, this is THE best location in town and the beachfront views are unparalleled. This great unit has been recently updated with a new colour scheme, bedding and ceiling fans. Features include: fully equipped kitchen with keurig machine, gulf front pool, kiddie pool, fitness centre, walk to restaurants and shops, closest complex to The Hangout and Shrimp Festival, washing machine and dryer, cable TV, and internet. The unit sleeps 4 with a king bed in the bedroom and queen sleeper sofa in living room and Egyptian Cotton linens.



Complex Amenities; Outdoor pool, kiddie pool, fitness room, and BBQ area



Be sure to book this unit early for the Shrimp Festival and Hangout Music Festival because it is in high demand.



Parking is limited to one (1) car. You will receive an email in advance of your arrival to register and pay for your parking pass. If you do not receive it, please let us know. You must complete this step in advance of your arrival. Upon arrival, you will need to visit the Island Winds East front desk to pick up your parking pass. Island Winds West is charging $50 per parking pass. This price can change at any time, without notice.



Guest Access:

Lifts

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Theme park 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

General

  • Unit size: 516 square feet

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

Rules

Parking is limited to one (1) car. You will receive an email in advance of your arrival to register and pay for your parking pass(es). If you do no...

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout?

Yep, Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout is a short 3-minute walk from Gulf Shores Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving and fishing.

Does Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout have a pool?

Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout has a pool and a communal pool.

Does Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout, but Waterville USA is a short 19-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout?

No, Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout?

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

Are pets allowed at Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout?

No, pets are not allowed.

Island Winds West 477, Beachfront & beautiful! Just steps to the beach & Hangout Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo was as advertised, it was clean at check in. Great location. Thanks for a great trip.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

This condo was a perfect stay for my husband and I to spend a few days relaxing by the sea.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The condo was the perfect size for us.

My daughter and I had a wonderful stay! The ocean view was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect

Great place great location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Beauty

Loved the location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Nice location

Very easy to rent and keep me posted up to the day we arrived.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Getaway

Nice place only wish I could have stayed longer
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful beach view!

Beautiful beach view and direct beach access!! Walking distance to everything you need!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful time while im gulf shores. The place was as shown, beach front, magnificent view, and was very pleasant. The property needs a little attention. An update with a good painter to paint and clean up the baseboards. The floors need cleaned, socks were black on the bottom the first night. The pots and pans are okay for veggies and to boil something, but non-stick pans would be much better. After making eggs we had to boil water in the pan to get it off/clean. Overall, it was very easy and messagea were prompt with detailed information. The place just needs TLC.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Needs a good cleaning and some updates. Maintence issues were handled in a very timely manner. We very much appreciated that it is a very avery good location and a great view.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat

Just a few days to get away and clear my head. The property offered everything listed and views for miles. Perfect location and gorgeous white sand.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location
The view of the beach was great. There are chairs on the balcony that we sat and had coffee every morning. It was a small condo where you walk into the bedroom from the main door. The closet doors did not work properly. Figuring out the light switches took a bit. Just a few maintenance items to fix and maybe an update would be helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacations

Enjoyed it, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My winter home!

Very beautiful view of gulf all day long, peaceful and relaxing, it does need some appliances replaced and professional cleaning of furniture, chair cushions and decorative pillows etc, otherwise we would love to come again
Stayed 39 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful view

Beautiful View, Great Location. It was listed as updated but
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was true as pictured.

Very happy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was out dated had a smell
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Older building

Thanks for everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Having an ocean view balcony on the 4th floor was very nice. As far as the room though, it was somewhat disappointing. I had read in other reviews where the bedroom was right as you entered the door. This was not welcome as you could hear everything outside, the elevator at all hours of the night, and even with blackout curtains, a lot of light came in around the window and the door seal which made it difficult to get a good nights rest. The rest of the condo, although clean, was very dated and a bit rough around the edges.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Noisy and terrible kitchen

1. The a/c is crazy loud. 2. The kitchen has a giant microwave on the counter, an awkward sink and faucet, ancient dishwasher that is right up against the oven door. Coffee filter basket missing. There was egg yolk on the a bunch of the dinner plates! Nasty! 3. The bathroom faucet makes everything and you wet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Not clean and not accurate

Was not satisfied with our stay. Loved the location however description said we were allowed 2 parking passes (we had to pay for) but once there was only allowed 1.. and also very rude about it stating “not my problem” when asking where my daughter was supposed to park. Also there were lots of open parking spots and STILL was not allowed to get the 2 parking passes mentioned in description. Condo was FILTHY. Sand was still on the floor AND in the bed… although we were still charged a cleaning fee! Do not recommend at all. For the price we paid for 2 nights we should have gotten something much nicer/cleaner and more accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
If we hadn’t went on our honeymoon during peak vacation season, the room would’ve been probably 150 cheaper. Which is maybe about right. Thais property wasn’t terrible and it wasn’t great either. The decor is VERY dated, the air conditioning makes a huge rattle when running. The bedroom is located right next to the entry door which makes every outside noise amplified. The washer, dryer, bed, pull out sofa, chair, pillows and all linens weren’t very good. If you go to this property it’s best to just bring everything from home because the owners don’t really offer an upscale stay but the charge sure is. The balcony chairs are old and cracked. The view of the beach is nice, the private walkway and pool was nice. The property in my opinion wasn’t very nice for the charge I paid. But, live and learn. 5.6/10. I won’t stay here again without some major improvements.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Needs work

Front door handle half off on front door, 1 roll toilet paper, paint peeling above TV. Been like that for awhile seen one review n still haven’t touched up. Simple stuff when you walk in spend a thousand dollars n no paint should be peeling, front door should have been correct. Wires coming out n no cover around TV . Won’t stay there again because I can get better , lot better place for the money we spent. Good location only good thing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Condo was clean and had all the amenities we needed (toaster does not work, but we did not need it). Excellent location!!!!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mommy son trip

This condo was a perfect size for my 5 year and myself but it definitely needs a paint job. The paint is peeling in several places on the walls and towel hooks for bathroom towels would help. Having kids it would have been helpful to have some plastic bowls for cereal and snacks. The blankets in the closet smelled like they hadn’t been washed and I wasn’t able to fit them in the wash machine because it’s small. Other than that we had a great time at the condo!! Great view of the ocean, nice cool air conditioning, awesome tvs, and perfect location to everything!!! Would also have loved to have a keurig in the kitchen for coffee. Thanks for a great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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