At this condo you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. .Condo features a washing machine, free WiFi and 3 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, a sofa bed and a living room are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park, gym and Hot tub. Other amenities include a sauna and laundry facilities.
Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Restaurants
The Hangout - 9 min walk
The Catch - 16 min walk
Pink Pony Pub - 16 min walk
Sunliner Diner - 11 min walk
Picnic Beach - 12 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.
San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES
Welcome to San Carlos PH3, a stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom penthouse condo offering breathtaking Gulf views, a spacious private balcony, direct beach access, and resort-style amenities. Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, Alabama, this 1,420 sq. ft. top-floor retreat is ideal for up to 8 guests looking to unwind in style on the Alabama Gulf Coast.
**PLEASE NOTICE-. The San Carlos Board of Directors decided that, due to the fact that we have an existing swing stage on the main roof, Valcourt will move forward with approximately eight (8) north walkway repairs (i.e. front of the building). That work will involve minimal noise and no closures/obstructions toward owners/guests.**
The Space – Sleeps 8 Comfortably Primary Bedroom: King-size bed with private balcony access, flat-screen TV, and an ensuite bath featuring a jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower, and dual vanities. Bedroom 2: King-size bed with elegant furnishings and a private bathroom with tub/shower combo. Bedroom 3: Two Twin-size beds, perfect for kids or additional guests. Living Room: Sleeper sofa, cozy chairs, large HDTV, and sliding doors leading to the Gulf-front balcony. Kitchen & Dining: Fully equipped kitchen with black quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and bar seating for four. Dining table comfortably seats four guests. Balcony: Spacious private balcony overlooking the Gulf, complete with outdoor seating—perfect for morning coffee or sunset cocktails.
Key Features & Amenities Large Outdoor Pool – Refreshing and beachfront with ample space for sunbathing and swimming. Direct Beach Access – Step straight onto the sugar-white sands of Gulf Shores. Private Balcony – Spectacular Gulf views from your top-floor perch. Fitness Room – Maintain your workout routine with convenient on-site equipment. Sauna – Rejuvenate after a day of beach activities. Grill Area – Cook and dine outdoors with friends and family. Free Wi-Fi & Cable – Stay connected and entertained during your stay. Washer & Dryer – Full-sized in-unit laundry for your convenience.
The Location San Carlos PH3 is located at 365 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, within walking distance to top attractions like The Hangout, Sea-N-Suds, and Gulf State Park. Enjoy nearby shopping, fresh seafood restaurants, and family-friendly fun at Waterville USA and the Gulf Shores Zoo.
Book Your Stay Today! Whether you're planning a family vacation, group getaway, or romantic retreat, San Carlos PH3 offers the perfect combination of luxury, location, and laid-back beach vibes. Reserve now and start your unforgettable Gulf Shores adventure!
THE BEACHBALL DIFFERENCE:
From the Flora-Bama to Fort Morgan, BEACHBALL PROPERTIES is here to help you enjoy your next beach vacation at one of our premier condos, duplexes, or private homes in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan, Alabama. Family-owned and operated, our team works diligently to ensure that your entire Alabama Gulf Coast getaway is hassle-free and fun from reservation to check-out.
Every property in our portfolio has been vetted and verified so you can book with confidence. If you have questions prior to your trip, we are happy to assist you. During your stay, a BEACHBALL PROPERTIES representative will be available 24/7 to help with any issues that may arise.
Book with us today and get ready to have a BALL at the Beach!
BEACHBALL PROPERTIES VACATION RENTAL POLICIES:
• RENTAL AGREEMENT: Tenant Vacation Rental Agreement must be electronically signed to secure your reservation. Please read carefully. This is a legally binding document.
• NO SMOKING: All properties are non-smoking.
• AGE RESTRICTION: Must be at least 25 years older to book a BEACHBALL PROPERTIES vacation rental. A person 25 years or older must be staying at the property for the entire duration of the booking. There will be no refunds issued for anyone booking under false pretenses.
• CHECK-IN: Check-in is at 4PM. Early check-in is not possible, sorry but no exceptions.
• CHECK-OUT: Check-out is at 10AM. Check out after 10AM will be charged an additional day.
• MONTHLY/SNOWBIRD RENTALS: Available from November through February. Call to ask about monthly rates.
• PARKING PASSES: 2 The cost of parking passes is set by each Homeowner's Association and is subject to change at any time without notice. U-hauls, trailers, boats, jet skis, buses, etc. are not allowed on property.
• CANCELLATION POLICY RELAXED: Guests who cancel at least 30 days before check-in shall receive a 100% refund of the amount they have paid. For cancellations between 14 and 30 days before check-in, 50% of the total reservation costs shall be refunded. For cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the beginning date of the reservation, NO REFUNDS will be issued. Refunds shall not be issued for late arrivals, early departures, or inclement weather conditions including hurricanes and named storms. We do offer optional travel insurance which we highly encourage all guests to purchase.
• WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING: Guests receive a “starter pack” of laundry detergent, dish washing detergent, one trash bag per trash can, and travel-sized shampoo, conditioner, and soap per bathroom. Starter supplies are not intended to last for the duration of your stay. Linens are furnished but please bring your own beach towels.
• RATES: Rates subject to change up until time of booking. Additional fees and taxes may apply.
PROFESSIONALLY HOSTED BY: BEACHBALL PROPERTIES, located at 22989 Perdido Beach Blvd. Orange Beach, AL 36561. Come Have a Ball at the Beach!
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
488470
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES?
Yep, San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES 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 San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES have a pool?
San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES has a pool and a communal pool.
Does San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
What makes San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES.
Is there a private hot tub at San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES?
No, San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES?
No, pets are not allowed.
San Carlos PH3- IN THE MIDDLE OF IT ALL, WALK TO EVERYTHING, DIRECT GULF FRONT TONS OF AMENITIES Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Amie S.
6 Jul 2025
Amie S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Sharon M.
29 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Gulf Shores trip
Everything was great. I would say that the condo door wouldn’t lock when we would leave for the beach or to eat dinner. I called and they sent maintenance up but he didn’t seem to know how to fix it. So we would have to pull and lift up on the door just to get it to lock. But other than that the stay was fine.
Sharon M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa K.
2 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
October Review
Overall great experience as I’ve stayed in this same unit several times. Wanted to report several instances that I think were unusual. The first was on Monday, someone tried to enter the unit, they would’ve if I hadn’t had the inside lock engaged. I asked through the door if I could help them and she sounded confused and told me she thought the unit was empty… 2nd occurrence was on Wednesday or Thursday, another knock at the door and a man hollered out PEST CONTROL. I told him we weren’t dressed for that and he would need to come back another time….Also, there appeared to be water bottles under one of the twin beds, I could not get down on my knees to retrieve. They were there upon our arrival….
Lisa K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barry S.
30 Oct 2024
Barry S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Michelle A.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Michelle A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
4/10 Poor
Kristin M.
22 Jun 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not Clean
We were very excited about renting this condo. It looked updated, bright and clean. However, it was quite dirty and smelled of mildew. Furniture was dirty with stains, floors were filthy, visibly dirty and finger prints on doors/high touch areas. It was obvious the cleaning company did basic and light cleaning. I reached out to the management company-Beach Ball Properties-they did have the floors re-cleaned but nothing else. I called 3 times and sent 4 emails with pictures with little response. I bought a mop and cleaner and cleaned myself. It was that dirty.
As well, the condo is not organized. Broken items are thrown in closets, drapery is hanging off the hooks, it has not been painted in quite a while, mold in the shower, lots of random dishes, cups and ripper ware thrown in cupboards.
Be prepared to bring shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, trash bags—management company provides ONE of all these things. Not nearly enough for a weeks stay and will not replenish. Even though I pay the same daily rate if I stay 2 wks vs 3 days-they do not provide enough basic amenities.
Would not recommend.
Kristin M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Aaron W., Hudson
17 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
We booked this condo on short notice, wanted to get something booked quickly, pics and location looked good so we pulled the trigger on a whim. Our jaws dropped when we walked through the door, so much more than we were expecting. Location is perfect, parking was great, which is good because you could go days without driving anywhere, tons of great stuff to do in a very short walk. Beach access is steps away after getting off the elevator, with a very nice pool along the way. Great condo!
Aaron W.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dee N.
27 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas
Awesome view! Perfect for our Christmas at the Beach trip
Dee N.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Courtney M.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
It was beautiful. Plenty of room. Clean. Beautiful view. No complains at all. Me & my family loved it!
Courtney M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jan G., Georgia, USA
31 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice condo, great view
Nice condo with everything you needed. Great for a December vacation to see the beautiful gulf beaches.
Could not have asked for a better place and location. The furniture was beautiful and comfortable inside and on the balcony. Everything was really great. One very small thing was there aren't a whole lot of pots and pans but plenty to make due. Would absolutely stay here again! Elevators were fast, access to the pool and beach were convenient and easy. So beautiful 😍
Jessica G.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brooke S.
10 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great condo, but missing some things
This was a beautiful condo with an even more beautiful view. Comfortable beds and furniture. We were a little surprised that there was only one roll of toilet paper provided per bathroom when we were staying for 4 nights with 7 people, and one trash bag per can that was so thin you couldn’t put much in it. Also the towels were very small like child sized. Other than that, it was a great property. Instacart does deliver so that made it easy to get the things we needed.
Brooke S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nancy S.
19 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
We really enjoyed our time and loved the condo! Will go back.
Nancy S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Lea M.
29 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views!
Great stay. Only complaint was the we couldn’t get the TV in Master bedroom to work and the refrigerator didn’t get very cold. We called about the TV but they never came to check it out. Other than that, it was a great trip and beautiful views from the condo.