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Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408!

Seafront with water park, near Gulf State Park

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On the beach
Exterior
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 676 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

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, 2 bathrooms 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 living room and a dining area are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park. Added amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a lift.
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gulf State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Waterville USA - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Happy Pappy Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬8 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.

Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408!

Welcome to Island Winds East #408 – Your Perfect Beach Getaway!

Beautiful updates and incredible views!!!!

Looking for the ideal vacation spot? Look no further! Island Winds East 408 is a beautiful 2BR/2BA beachfront condo that offers breathtaking views of the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the pristine white sand beaches that Gulf Shores is known for. The condo comfortably sleeps 6, with a king bed in the master bedroom, two twin beds in the guest bedroom, and a queen-sized sleeper sofa in the living room. The master bedroom features a brand-new memory foam mattress for a restful night's sleep. The condo is also equipped with a fully stocked kitchen, a private balcony, a washer and dryer, and high-quality cotton linens for added comfort.

Island Winds East is the best location on the beach. Located at the very beginning of West Beach Boulevard, you're just steps away from the heart of town. From the Beach Volleyball Championships and The Hangout Music Festival to the Shrimp Festival and Gulf Shores' main public beach, everything you want to experience is right outside your door. Plus, with numerous restaurants, shops, and nightlife within walking distance, the location couldn't be more perfect.

Inside, the condo is just as impressive. With stunning views that might make you want to simply relax and gaze at the scenery, you'll also find an updated kitchen, elegant granite countertops, and tasteful decor throughout. The pictures speak for themselves—this is the ideal place to unwind and enjoy a relaxing retreat.

Complex Amenities: Outdoor pool (heated seasonally in the spring and fall), charcoal grilling area, a gazebo, a beach boardwalk, and a fitness center.

Parking is limited to one (1) car. You will receive an email in advance of your arrival to register and pay for your $50 parking pass. If you do not receive it, please let us know. You must complete this step in advance of your arrival. The price will increase to $60 per HOA if you don't purchase in advance of arrival. Upon arrival, you will need to visit the Island Winds East front desk to pick up your parking pass. This price can change at any time, without notice. Please NO boats, trailers, or RVs.

Island Winds East #408 is truly a dream vacation spot—book your stay today and start making unforgettable memories!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

General

  • Unit size: 821 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

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 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408!?

Yep, Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408! is a short 3-minute walk from Gulf Shores Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408! have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and a communal pool.

Does Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408!?

No, Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408!?

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

Are pets allowed at Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Experience stunning beachfront views at Island Winds East 408! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peggy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice place to stay! view of the gulf was beautiful! enjoyed being able to walk to restaurants, shops, bars, coffee shops!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the view from the balcony. We arrived very late, had our room code so no problem. Got our parking sticker the next morning. The only problem we had was that the stay was not long enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view was excellent. The condo was clean and very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William k.

Liked: Cleanliness
fantastic place to stay. room is very nice. restaurants are within walking distance. pool nice and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuesday H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H., Brighton

Liked: Cleanliness
The condo was beautiful! It was clean, updated and was in the perfect location! The kitchen had everything we needed. They even supplied coffee filters. Our view was amazing! The girls could walk to The Hangout. I would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday and Mothers Day

We came to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelia M., Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness

Mardi Gras

The condo was very nice ! Exactly what we needed!Only problem main bathroom only started us with half a roll of toilet paper. I know we had to furnish after I thought a roll. 3 women need at least a roll.We were not planning on going anywhere we first arrived. I’m sure it was a over look by house keeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break 24

We loved the condo it exceeded our expectation the beds were comfortable and the view was beautiful and everything was very clean. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

Great location. Easy access to beach and either a short walk or quick drive to plenty of food options. Property was clean, stocked with dishes, and everything in working order. Unfortunately the weather wasn't great for most of our stay, but it comes with the time of year. We would definitely stay again otherwise!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gulf Shores Condo

The view is absolutely amazing! Unit was decent and clean and stocked with plenty of dishes and working appliances. A unit close by above us was being worked on causing very loud noises during the day. Cutting of material took place in the parking lot and got dust all over our vehicle. We had to hunt down a car wash to clean it. We reported both of these incidents to the office at the property. The toilet was loose in the master bathroom when we arrived and we reported it for attention needed. The bathroom sinks drained slowly and we reported these as well to ALBVR.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

GARY C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Shrimpfest

We stay in Island Winds every year for Shrimpfest. This was very nice and as advertised
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan W.

Excellent stay

Excellent location and clean facilities Only negative is the kitchen layout is horrible and it’s not very functional. Couldn’t open oven door all the way , it was hitting another cabinet knob
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Senior Year Spring Break 2023

Senior year spring break trip with my husband, son and his friend. The location and condo was perfect. The condo was nice with modern upgrades, with the perfect seating while watching whales in the mornings on the deck facing the ocean. Walking distance to the, “hang out” for the boys and across the street from a fun little Italian spot, called “Laura’s”. Live music at both locations. Only downside was, the timing of our trip was 50 degrees…other than that—was a relaxing short trip from normal life.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malissa B., Gerald, Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect winter getaway

Very nice condo with a beautiful view of the beach and gulf. We enjoyed walking on the beach and watching dolphins playing in the water. The bed was very comfortable. All the dining chairs were very tall which made it a little uncomfortable for us older people, but we had a great stay never the less.
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location, everything as expected. Only difficult issue was the tv. It went in and out of having channels available for watching. Would recommend the owner invest in a streaming service vs satellite; it may be more reliable?
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Ashley M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stay

Was very dirty and tvs did not work, beds about to fall apart. Not what was listed
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE M.

Short but sweet

Condo was great. The ck in people were not very friendly. TV in the spare bedroom didn't work and the lady at the front desk was no help. The cleaning crew didn't do a very good job. So we cleaned and ran the vacuum our selves.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Krista B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Average

Great location and the condo fit our needs. Overall, it was a fabulous stay and there were no major issues requiring a call for repair; however, the following things need maintenance attention (nothing that ruined our stay but small things that affect the listing): master bedroom shower knobs are falling off, no dresser in master bedroom, missing HDMI cable in twin bed room so TV didn’t work, mirror in master bedroom needs replaced as the design doesn’t allow an average height person or taller to see unless bending down, twin beds are extremely creaky with every slight movement due to the headboard being attached at the wrong height. Also, in the listing it says that there is a fitness room available. When we asked where it was, we were told we couldn’t use it unless we were in the other building (Island Winds west). This was misleading.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed!

We had a great time! No wait for elevators! Clean place! We did fight with gnats in the kitchen for our whole stay, but overall great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

This was the first vacation we have had in years. The condo was very clean ans a great location. The staff was very helpful and polite. Great parking! The condo was smaller than it looked in the picture but very nice. Will stay here again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great View, Some Disappointments

Staying on the beach was fabulous. We loved watching the birds and dolphins right outside our windows and balcony. It made up for some of the shortcomings of our visit. First impression in the living room was that the area rug was dirty. I think and hope the color is just a dirty gray, but it was a bit off-putting. Unpacking was challenging, as there is no dresser in the master bedroom. The unit was quiet at night until at some point between 3:30 and 4:30 a.m. when very loud BEEP BEEP BEEPing noise was made. It’s the noise made when a truck is in reverse. It went on and on and happened almost every morning, sometimes closer to 3:30, others at 4 or 4:30. We never figured out what was going on at that hour, but it was very disturbing. It would be worth asking if the beeping happens all the time. The washing machine was broken when we got there. We didn’t get a replacement until two weeks later, so had to use local laundromats. The new replacement unit worked fine, and the management company gave us a credit for the inconvenience. There are good restaurants that are nearby, and the beach is wonderful. Pool wasn’t heated, so we never used it, as the weather was very chilly most of the time we were there.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2022