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Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail.

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A wooden dock leading to a house surrounded by trees.
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A cozy cabin interior with two leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and a colorful rug.
A cozy room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a leather armchair, and a wooden rocking chair.
A wooden deck with three turquoise Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a view of the water with a pier in the distance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gulf shores, AL
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

This cottage places you steps from Bon Secour Bay and within a 10-minute stroll of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and 1.5 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a private garden and a Smart TV are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .Spend the day at the private beach where you'll find sunloungers. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues.
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What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 13 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Fort Morgan - 19 min drive - 25.6 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bums Coffee & Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coast @ The Beach Club - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail.

Looking for some privacy and isolation yet on the water? Our Bay Cottage is perfect for you.. celebrate its 100 birthday! Originally built in 1925. You can spend your days fishing from the private pier, riding your bike or walking along the new trail in front of the property, kayaking Mobile Bay, crabbing, laying out in the sun on your private “beach“, sitting on the screen porch with a good book, watching movies on the smart TV, or taking naps! Here you can forget about all the problems of the world and relax in paradise.

We have looked for the perfect beach house for many years! We finally found it in the summer of 2014. This vintage cottage originally built in the 1920s, but modernized, sits on a secluded 4 acre lot surrounded by live oaks and huge pines! You can enjoy the sunrise and sunsets overlooking Mobile Bay while sitting on your screen porch or on your shoreside deck. Bringing along a canoe or small boat, you have your own small boat launch from the yard.

Our property is a Birder's Heaven. Not only can you sit on the screen porch and watch Great Blue Herons, Osprey and Pelicans fly by and fish for a meal around the dock, but the neotropical migrants are amazing. We enjoy the dolphins also!

This cottage is one of a kind! The interior is a classic with heart pine floors, walls and ceilings. The cottage has 3 bedrooms, with the master suite having its own bath. The other two bedrooms share a lovely bath. There is a laundry room with washer and dryer. The kitchen includes a full stove and oven, dishwasher, and all the necessary cooking supplies to make it possible to prepare your own meals. Or you may drive just a few miles to enjoy fine cuisine at a number of restaurants at Jesse’s, Beach Club or in Gulf Shores.

Mobile Bay is a fisherman's paradise! You can fish from the pier, catch live crab with one of the traps on site, or put your kayak in and enjoy the bay. Mark catches redfish, flounder and specks.

If you enjoy the beach side of Ft Morgan, the Mobile St public beach is a short drive (or bicycle) away. I love to walk or run the Pine Beach Trail across highway 180 through Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. See photos to see the beauty!

If you like to ride bicycles, there is a nice bike trail just down the road that goes all the way into Gulf Shores. This trail is being extended on past our cottage! The cottage is only about 8 miles from Gulf Shores, close enough to run to town for groceries!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • 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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Bayfront Cottage Fish Dock Screen Porch Lovely 4 Acres Privacy
Bayfront Fish Dock Screen Porch Lovely 4 Acres Privacy
Bayfront Cottage Fish Dock Screen Porch Lovely 4 Acres Privacy
Bayfront Cottage Fish Dock Screen Porch Lovely 4 Acres Privacy
Bayfront Fish Dock Screen Porch Lovely 4 Acres Privacy

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail.?

The closest beach to Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail. is Gulf Shores Beach (11.1 km).

Does Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail. have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

What makes Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail. a romantic place to stay?

A private beach and private patios help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail..

Is Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a private beach, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail.?

No, Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail.?

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

Bayfront Cottage. Private pier! Sunsets! Sunrises! 4 acres! New bike trail. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 208 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and quiet property. Maggie was the best at communicating and recommending places to go and things to see. The Cottage though was where we spent most of our time. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 4 had an excellent week here. We sat on the pier and watched dolphins and sunsets. We grilled some fresh fish and veggies. We slept great in the comfy beds and they had all the items needed for our stay.Great memories were made and we would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and quiet. Clean and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owners were FANTASTIC! They were warm and welcoming to my family. They checked in to see how things were going. The place was exactly what we were looking for as well. We reached out to Maggie and Mark multiple times with questions about the house, the area in general and recommendations on places to see and go and they were great in responding quickly and their recommendations were great as well, especially the beach down the road which was not as over-crowded as the public beach downtown and the Charter Fishing recommendation was awesome. We will return.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the privacy and the easy area for our dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lou M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful location and home! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home is well stocked with everything you could possibly need. From watching beautiful sunsets, to walking our dog along the new walking and biking trail, there was always something to do. We checked out the various beaches, Fort Morgan, and the nature trail. On the rainy day, we curled up on the screened in porch and listen to music on the Bluetooth speaker while baking cookies. Like I said, this place has everything and is so comfortable. The host is very communicative, sharing photos in advance to build the excitement and staying in touch with ideas for local adventures..
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect spot for a relaxing vacation. The house is exactly as shown in the photos. Plenty to do in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

So Relaxing

Beautiful sunrise and sunsets every day. Dolphins, crabbing and fishing plentiful. Very pretty area close to Gulf Shores beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family vacation

Awesome quiet place to stay very close to all activities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kellybutcher1988@gmail.com B.

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

Cute Cottage on the Bay

The cottage was exactly what we were looking for - just the right size, great location and amazing views! We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine W.

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

Blissfully Cozy

This may be my yearly getaway location. Absolutely wonderful cottage with great vibes and even better views. I can’t speak highly enough about our stay. Super clean, cozy and the perfect place to recharge with family. Maggie was WONDERFUL to work with. I can’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Bayfront Cottage was great!

This was a great rental! Good location, it was close to town but secluded enough for privacy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Nice winter break

A cozy cottage very peaceful with lots of privacy. The owls hooting at night was nice when watching the stars . Very enjoyable vacation from the cold weather.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey P.

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

Bay cottage

Bay Cottage was warm and inviting. We really enjoyed our short stay there. I will definitely look to returning hopefully next year
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARK D.

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

QUICK GETAWAY

We had a great 3 night stay here. We really enjoyed being able to fish from our own private pier and also the privacy you have. Mark and Maggie are great hosts and are more than happy to make your stay special. We hope to be able to go back real soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Beautiful house and property. We loved the beautiful natural bay cottage.

Everyone was incredibly helpful and made our stay very easy. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay at Bay Cottage. The view of the bay was so relaxing and a heron was on the dock every morning to greet the new day. There was a constant bird symphony. It was a perfect get away.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Perfect Hideaway

Beautiful, clean, comfy, and the a/c works GREAT!! Awesome sunsets & close to everything - we had a blast! This place is truly magical...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

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

Awesome Cabin by the Bay!

Relaxing and private cottage on the bay side of Ft Morgan in Gulf Shores. Screen in porch overlooking the water, shade trees are abundant, and a awesome location overall. We loved staying here and will do it again if we return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Wonderful!!

Great location, short drive for beach access, privacy. Wonderful fishing from pier, got to see dolphins too. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

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

Cozy cottage on the water

We enjoyed our vacation at this lovely cottage! We loved that there was a private dock and we were able to catch fish and crabs off of it. We saw dolphins early in the morning and again at sunset. The sunsets were beautiful! There was easy access for launching kayaks and we appreciated that it was pet friendly. The cottage had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Communication with the owner was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Priscilla S.

Relaxing stay.

Very nice stay. Quite, secluded place to stay. Kids loved fishing and trying to catch crabs. I give it four stars because of the unleveled floors.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shena S.

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

Love Staying at Bay Cottage

We so love staying at Bay Cottage! VERY quiet and peaceful! Love that you can walk out the back door onto the dock and fish whenever you want. Love the screened in porch and relaxing and listening to the bay. If you’re looking for peace and quiet, this is your place!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Family Gathering

Great, perfect for a family that does not want the madness of the beach front but wants to be close.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marianne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was listed by VRBO as beachfront. The pictures posted by owner were clear that it is waterfront and there is a bulkhead but no beach. It has spectacular views of the bay and a ladder on the pier for swimming but no beach for wading. So check the photos posted by the owner and you'll see exactly what to expect. Owner was very nice and accommodating. This is a quaint and historic cottage in a wooded area. There are houses nearby but they are hidden by the foliage so it feels quite cozy and private. The long driveway was a very lovely walkway through the woods that my dogs LOVED! There is a beautiful unspoiled gulf beach about a 2 minute drive away.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025