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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8183 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Gulf State Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

With a stay at this condo in Gulf Shores, you'll be on the beach, steps from Gulf Shores Beach and a 2-minute drive from Gulf State Park. .This beach condo is 6.2 mi (10 km) from The Wharf and 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from Perdido Key Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min walk
  • Hangout Music Fest - 11 min walk
  • Gulf State Park - 20 min walk
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬6 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.

🌴Things are different at the beach! It's relaxing season all year long.🚤🐬

Island Tower is a dream vacation destination in Gulf Shores, Alabama. As the tallest building in the area, it offers unobstructed views that make it truly special. Located just a few steps from the beautiful beaches, it provides easy access to all the fun Gulf Shores has to offer. The complex boasts fantastic amenities, including a Gulf-front heated indoor pool, sauna, Gulf-front fitness center, a large beach-side outdoor pool with a lounge area, playground, BBQ area, covered parking, two high-speed elevators, and 150 feet of white sandy beach. After a day of enjoying the sun, you can relax on your private balcony while taking in the salty air and breathtaking views.

Island Tower 1203 is a corner unit on the 12th floor with stunning views. The kitchen features modern cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom has a king-size bed, a TV, and a private bathroom with a jetted tub. The second bedroom has a queen-size bed, a TV, and a private bathroom, while the third bedroom also offers a queen-size bed and a TV. All bedrooms have balcony access with Gulf views. The dining room table seats eight, and there's room for four more at the bar. A washer and dryer are provided for your convenience. This beautiful condo is sure to become your new favorite place to stay in Gulf Shores!

Please note that Island Tower is not a pet-friendly property. The association requires all pets on the property to be documented and registered before guests' arrival. Pets on the property without proper registration will result in a $200 fine for the owner, the pet will be required to be removed from the premises, and guests may be evicted.

Additional Information:

Corner unit in updated building with resurfaced waterfall pool.
Refreshed decorating including new mattresses in the main bedroom and sofa bed, as well as new balcony dining furniture.
Fully equipped kitchen with many small appliances, including a waffle iron, crock pot, and Keurig.
Spectacular beach views from the living/dining room, as well as from the main balcony.
Lovely lagoon and sunset view from the second balcony.
All bedrooms with direct balcony access.
Two of the three bedrooms are en-suite.
Parking Passes are required and may be purchased upon arrival or by contacting the management office. A maximum of two parking passes per reservation is allowed (2 cars maximum).
Linens are provided, but please bring your own beach towels.
The reservation includes a "starter set" of hand soap, 1 roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, 1 trash bag per trash can, and 1 roll of paper towels.
Policies:

Guests must be at least 25 years of age or older to rent.
Photo ID is required at check-in.
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets are not permitted.
For monthly "Snowbird" rates from November through February, please call to inquire. Enjoy your vacation at Island Tower, with its stunning views and excellent amenities, in the heart of Gulf Shores!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a water park, an indoor pool, and a sauna.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Poole and Associates

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Jetted
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1971 sq ft (183 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

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🌴Things are different at the beach! It's relaxing season all year long.🚤🐬 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renae B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Halloween
This condo is amazing. The views from the unit are spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank G., Atlanta, GA area

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ashlee H.

Good
Good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buster S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A getway 2024
Absolutely loved the
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tiffany H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice but could stand a few changes
We really enjoyed our stay. The location was great, adequate amount of space for 4 adults and 3 kids. Only some minor issues. The couch is completely destroyed which meant that in the evenings when we wanted to relax, we had to sit at the dining table which after being exhausted by 3 small kids was just not good enough. Also, none of the locks worked on the bedroom doors which made privacy with kids hard and the lock on the main balcony door was very tricky which meant my toddler was able to get out there. As a parent of small kids, I didn’t not like the fact that there was no plastic dishes at all. I did not like having to go to a separate location to pick up a code-I could see this being necessary when keys were involved but seems like an unnecessary step in the digital age.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D., Gardendale

Liked: Cleanliness
Island towers
Great stay,need instructions to turn tvs on
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Carmon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island Tower Vacation
We have stayed at Island Tower multiple times over the years. We usually stay in the same condo, but it was unavailable for this trip. We ended up booking a corner condo instead of the middle. I prefer the middle as it seems to have more room and easier to access the balcony. We stayed in 1203 this year and the condo was pretty nice. The decor was nice and clean, the furniture and appliances could use a good upgrade or cleaning. The building itself has deteriorated somewhat but I see they are continuing with repairs in the next few months. No issues with the elevators, access to luggage carts, noise, or access to the beach. We did not use the pools this time. I do recommend vending machines be brought back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kesslie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
The condo was great and spacious! My family and I loved the views. The only disappointment we really had with the condo itself was, the construction going on the whole week we were there and it just happened to be on our side of the condo/unit. The two bedrooms that faced the street is right where they were doing construction on the condo walls and it was right on our bedroom wall the whole week. The other issues we had while construction was going on, we couldn’t use our beach access because they had it closed off due to construction. Fire alarms went off at least 3 or 4 times while there and we had to evacuate from the 12th floor. From what regulars were saying in the lobby is it happens all the time. But overall the condo itself and view was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Janet S.

Gulf Shores never disappoints
Nice unit!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanie C., Moody

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend.
Loved the condo. Loved the closeness to the beach. Had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Amanda C.

Good but not great
Had a family vacation here. The condo property was nice but a little outdated. The pool was very small and looked dirty so we never used it. The elevators were a short wait and there was plenty of parking which was nice. The unit was very nice and clean upon arrival. However, after being there for a little bit, we realized how dirty the floors were. You could not tell that it was dirty, but after walking on it for a little while, the bottom of your feet was very dirty. So we ended up having to wear our shoes the whole time that we were there. I suggest that the owners hire a professional cleaning service to deep clean the floors. Definitely bring extra bath towels with you because although they give you two per person they get dirty quickly. The beds were all very uncomfortable. I suggest the owners invest in new mattresses. The view from the unit was spectacular and the balcony was nice. It was a little inconvenient to have to check in and check out in their office which is in a different location, but the people that work there were very nice. All in all it was a good but it wasn't great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Missy M., Germantown

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this place
This corner condo was made to be enjoyed! There was plenty of room for 5 adults. I woke up the first morning to find my entire family on the balcony laughing and enjoying the fantastic beach view. Plus we got to see the sunset from the second balcony every day. It is close to the beach, restaurants and liquor stores. If I had the money this is the place I would want to own. It was a Perfectly Wonderful Stay. Highly Recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

janie b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking!
This is by far the best condo I rented to date down in Gulf Shores! The minute you walk in all the 12th floor and you see that wall of windows, is everything you could ask for. Super clean, very friendly people, Super easy to communicate with. Patio had all the furniture you need for a big family to enjoy. It was decorated so cute and everything was so comfortable. Definitely 100% staying here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple good Fun
The Unit was clean, the Ac was out when we got there but Poole Realty helped get it fixed within hours.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

teresa m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The condo was stocked very well. It was a beautiful location with easy walking access to shops. We weren’t able to get into the condo until 4:00pm which was explained as a possibility before check in. The elevators worked very well. The fitness center was closed due to remodeled which it would have been better to know that, we were bummed, but took our workouts outside. The only complaint would be parking. There were many extra spaces the entire time of our stay. The property management company told me I could purchase another pass at the condo. The condo unit told me to speak to the property management company. We had our 2, but needed an extra. We happily would have purchased another, but that wasn’t a possibility. Would stay in this unti again for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
The property was very nice. The elevator broke down but got fixed the next day but was really busy with just the one. The bed in smaller rooms I was told were hard. Main bedroom was great. The only down fall was we had to buy or bring the basics with us such as condiments, trash bags, toilet paper etc. We would stay there again. The views were spot on.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kimberley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Vacations are never lon enough. I was disappointed fitness center was closed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lebalon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A few days with the family
We really enjoyed this place the only problem was getting two of the T.Vs working which wasn't a problem when i called they came out with no problem i have no complaints about our stay loved it and hope to be back soon it was our 1st time at gulf shores i highly recommend this place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Torri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break 2022
Lovely beach front condo. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
condo was exactly like pictures. exactly what I was looking for
I would definitely recommend this condo. The owners had everything you could ask for and more. Board games and cards, beach items in the closet
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

marie h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!!
It was great, thought we had a wrap around balcony but we were very happy with the condo
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach trip
The condo was very comfortable, good location, and well stocked kitchen appliances. The television was kind of confusing but we figured it out. Definitely needs a different cleaning service. Left a lot to be desired.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penni H., Claremore, OK

Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back!
Everything was just as I expected. The condo was clean, easy to find, close to practically everything. It was steps to the beach. We are already planning to come back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 night stay.... there for a wedding
The condo and the view were amazing. Well stocked kitchen everything you would need and then some. Easy checking and out. Plenty of parking. Easily accessible to shopping restaurants beaches etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

nick w.

Liked: Cleanliness
The condo was great, it was clean, we had everything to cook our Thanksgiving meal, the perfect sizs
Great property, location, and accomodations
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021