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Outdoor dining
Beach
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5104 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Minutes from beach with Bay view, pier, fenced yard & dog friendly!

This cute two bedroom, one bath cottage is pet and people friendly. Cute, clean and attractively decorated, it sleeps five people comfortably, has a spacious well stocked kitchen, full laundry, screened porch, open deck, fenced yard, beautiful bay views. Just two minutes from the gulf beach, the location has it all for the guest who wants to get away from it all yet still have it all! Our private pier has been repaired and the deck and main pier is accessible to guests.

Snowbirds welcome! This beautiful home is perfect for winter guests who want a smaller home that is pet friendly. It even has a fenced yard. If you are a golfer or fisherman you will enjoy the facilities close by.

Property manager

Martha Howard, Gulf Coast Keyholders and Exit Realty, Gulf Shores

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1120 sq ft (104 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only w/fee and signed guidelines. NO CATS

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Family friendly lots of room for children to play.
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: All events must be pre-approved, Fee applies
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 18 min drive - 20.3 km
  • West Beach - 20 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Seafood Market - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gulfside Bar and Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Minutes from beach with Bay view, pier, fenced yard & dog friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

Where is Minutes from beach with Bay view, pier, fenced yard & dog friendly! located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores cottage is located on the waterfront, just steps from Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Bon Secour Bay. Fort Morgan Beach and Edith Hammock are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Minutes from beach with Bay view, pier, fenced yard & dog friendly! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bay House
We had a blast fishing and crabbing. This place was everything we had hoped for and more. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rest & Relaxation
Great location on the bay. Loved to peaceful location. Enjoyed the dock and beautiful sun sets.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
We vacation down in this area every year. This was our first time staying in a home instead of a condo and we loved it. We traveled with our 1 year old and the house was perfect for us. Lots of room and very clean! We would for sure stay at this home again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

darla h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful
Loved it!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

jessie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation spot
This property worked out great for us. It is a bit of a drive to the beaches or store but that suited us. Quiet area, the drive is kind of hidden so expect to pass it the first time. Overall, great vacation house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice getaway
The property was nice and secluded with a great view of the Mobile Bay. There is beautiful sunset every night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Bay Leave Cottage
We had a great stay in the little yellow house. The setting was perfect, the house was well equipped so we didn’t have to constantly run into town. We would love to stay there again if we come down another time. Loved all the little touches.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Libbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bungalow by the Bay didn't disappoint
We thoroughly enjoyed our state and the quiet setting! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela D., Houston Texas area

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Comfortable.beach cottage in shade with views of bay and nice.dock. very quiet neighborhood, easy to get to the gulf (1/2 mile walk or drive)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Fall Getaway
This home was very comfortable and had everything we needed. It was nice having access to the laundry room! We enjoyed the pier access and fenced area for the dogs. The host was readily available to provide directions when we turned down the wrong street :) Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
The host was easy to work with and we enjoyed their home. Very beautiful
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brooke F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach house!
We stayed here for a week and really enjoyed the house. It was the perfect location, away from the noise but close enough to everything. My only complaint would be more paper towels and toilet paper ( we had to buy more to last the week) and to provide shampoo, conditioner and body soap. Otherwise, we really enjoyed everything and hope to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delwin (Del) C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bay leave 2023
Amazing property in a quiet place
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect mix of rest and relaxation With access to the dock and short drive to the beach
We totally loved “Bay Leave”…. The house was perfect for my husband and I and our two dogs. Could’ve easily had a couple more people. The kitchen was well appointed and we enjoyed grilling grouper & burgers, baking crab cakes and much more. We loved having coffee in morning on the dock and watching the sunset every evening. Access to the beach was easy off of Veterans. Loved the peaceful setting and comfortable home. Thanks for sharing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved This Quiet Cottage!
We loved our stay at this cottage! It was comfortable with a laid back beachy vibe, and had everything we needed for an extended stay. We enjoyed morning coffee in the screen porch and it was so convenient to be able to let the dog out into the fenced yard as needed. The nearby beaches were perfect for daily walks and access to the pier onto Mobile Bay was a bonus. If you're looking for a quiet place for a little R&R, this is it. Hope to be back next year!
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

JESSICA L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall Good Rental
Our family overall enjoyed the stay at Bay Leave. No real issues with the home, communication was good. The home / deck will need some updates in the next couple years - it was warm in the home (AC can only be set to 72), the main bed isn't very comfortable and the fridge doesn't cool super well. The stairs to access are rickety. You cannot follow the GPS directions, they will take you to the back of the house - the full time residents all around are not super friendly. Location was great for accessing the beach and for a short trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
Really enjoyed the Cottage by the bay. The house was very spacious and has everything you need. The screened in porch was wonderful and we enjoyed the scenery and sounds of the bay. The small fenced in yard was wonderful for our puppy, but she also likes to be walked. If you plan on walking your dog, I suggest bringing a flashlight as it is very dark at night and the residential neighbor asked us to turn off our light outside the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Peaceful Place
This hidden gem was perfectly located for us - Gulf Shores, Foley, and The Wharf/Orange Beach. Martha’s communication and instructions got us there safely. It was great to sit on the pier, then be in the woods along the driveway, and a long nature walk along Pine Beach Trail to secluded beaches. As people who like to “leave no trace”, it was not a problem hauling our trash to the road. What a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spring Break Getaway for Our Pet-Loving Family
We really enjoyed our stay and wish we could have managed a longer stay. There was plenty to do even though it was too cold for the beach. The evening sunsets were spectacular and viewed easily from the dock. The neighbors were quiet and the stay was peaceful. The house was very clean and there were even some towels left for use with our dog if needed. Everything was as described. We were alerted to an issue needing attention from a repairman and this was conducted easily without any interruption to our visit. We appreciate the care and professionalism used in the rental process. We would stay again during a future visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish there was a TV in master bedroom. Also the dock is in bad shape and we weren’t able to fish.
We were pleased except for no TV in master. The dock needs works so we weren’t able to fish. They also need to put chicken wire around bottom of fence so small dogs can’t get out. The location is very nice and Marttha was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
A relaxing place that was clean and comfortable! The bed was super comfortable too! The view and pier was really nice! The fenced in yard was big enough for our dog. The location was quiet. We took our 22’ bay boat and we were able to park it and move it around but it was a very tight fit. The tree limbs that hung down over the long driveway clipped the top of our t-top so I wouldn’t recommend taking a boat with a t-top or over 22’. We managed and did not get into anyone else’s property but it was very hard to do. Martha is always an excellent host! Thank you Martha!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Area
We stayed over the Memorial Day weekend. The small group of homes where the house is was quiet even though families were gathering for the holidays. Watching the sun set each day from the pier was beautiful. I think they are continuing to repair it and at this point there are no handrails along it. The house was very clean (not always the case with short term rentals) and the bed as comfortable. The deck around the house was a nice place to catch some sun/sit in the shade and read while enjoying the peacefulness of the area. Even though a holiday weekend, the Ft Morgan beaches wet not crowded…at least compared to the Gulf Shores beaches. We have enjoyed the area several times and anticipate coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

LInda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd Stay for us
We had another great time at the little yellow house. We stayed here in 2019 as well. The house was clean, had a well equipped kitchen, a very comfortable bed, and a perfect little fenced in yard for our small dogs. My only complaint is that the internet was very slow. It did specify that in the description so it was disclosed. My husband had to work and be on several Zoom calls during our stay. He had to hot spot his phone, which solved the problem. The coffee maker does not turn off automatically which I fortunately figured out the first day. I think you should add a little card on the coffee tray noting that, just to be safe. Overall we had another great stay. Thank you so much for renting to us and thanks Martha for the excellent communication. We will be back! :)
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lallias B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach Get-a-way
The cottage is in a great location. It is pet friendly, with information on Pet Friendly beaches. The fenced in yard made it very convenient for our dog to go outside. Special treats for the puppy. It is close to beaches, restaurants and shopping. Ft. Morgan is far less crowed than Gulf Shores. I would go back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

bobbie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for the pups!!!
Very enjoyable property! Great view of the bay! Perfect fenced yard for the pups and close to the beach! The master bed left a bit to be desired, but the cleanest stay ever!! Lots of cooking utensils and machines if needed. Would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022