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Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool

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Exterior
Great views of the gulf from second floor deck.
Exterior
Plenty of seating in the living room with streaming tv and cable tv package
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 132200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Gulf Shores, AL
  • Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool

Welcome to Sanctuary at Sawgrass by Thompson Retreats!

The beautiful view and sounds of the ocean on your own private deck make this place a Sanctuary from the hustle of day-to-day life. Sanctuary at Sawgrass is a large second tier beach home located in the exclusive Morgantown community that has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 2 levels of large decks with gorgeous Gulf views. Walk across the street to the beach access and find sand under your toes in under a minute as this property is only a few houses from the neighborhood beach boardwalks!

The space
★ Accommodates up to 13 people
★ 5 Bedrooms (4 King beds, 1 Queen bed, 1 bunk bed and a day bed).
★ 2 levels of balconies with Gulf views
★ Beach chairs, a wagon, and other items are available for your use at the beach (see reviews!)
★ Less than 100 steps to Private Community Beach Access
★ Spacious living room, dining room, and fully equipped kitchen with 10 foot ceilings
★ Access to two community Pools and Tennis courts that are also striped for pickleball
★ Great Community Roads that are conducive for Walking and Biking
★ Parking fits up to 6 cars
★ Reliable High Speed Internet
★ Park style charcoal grill behind the property
★ Prime Morgantown location
★ No pets allowed
★ No Smoking
★ Outdoor Shower
★ Unfortunately, this property is not available to student spring break groups. Families and those over age 25 are welcome!

Here Are A Few Kind Words From Our Past Guests:

"The Sanctuary at Sawgrass is SUCH a perfect place to stay for a family vacation in Gulf Shores, AL. The home is EXACTLY as it is pictured. The views of the beach/water are completely accurate (and lovely). The upper and lower decks are perfect for morning coffee and for catching the gorgeous colors of a Gulf sunset. The décor is exactly as shown in the photographs. The home is well furnished and decorated; feels modern and stylish, but very welcoming and comfortable." - Megan

"I wish I had the time to accurately depict how incredible this home was. It was not only incredibly close to the beach .. it was well decorated with quality higher end decor. It was well equipped for cooking, had all the beach accessories you would need and the owners were SOOOOO ACCOMODATING! We will be back here .. every year! FIVE STARS .. plus some!" - Joshua

"Jennifer and Jays place was perfect! It was exactly as pictured, very clean, and you can’t beat the location." - Ana

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

★ UPGRADES
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2025 UPGRADES - We are currently having new Quartz countertops, updated cabinets and a new backsplash in the kitchen and bathrooms.

Recent upgrades include new living room furniture, new patio furniture and Tommy Bahama chairs for the beech. We also added upscale blinds in the living areas and certain bedrooms. The upstairs master king and downstairs queen bedroom had blackout blinds installed.

★ OCUPANCY
13 Person Max. All guests must be 25+ unless accompanied by parent.
Families with children are always welcome!

★ PRIVATE PARKING:
The house has parking space for 6 cars when using both the parking under the house and in front of the house.

★ ENTRY:
The front door is equipped with an electronic keypad. We will send you your passcode for your door lock. Check in after 4pm.

No late check-out or early check-in. If you arrive early or depart late, there will be a $100 charge per half-hour

★ INTERNET/STREAMING TV’S:
High Speed Wireless Internet is included in your stay throughout the house.

The TV room has a large 55" streaming Roku smart tv with the Secure Vision Expanded Cable TV lineup, great for family movies or ballgames. Streaming smart TVs are also in each bedroom (no cable in bedrooms). Bring your own passwords for your streaming apps. All tv's have antennas to watch local channels.

★ DECKS
With spacious 12 foot decks on both the upper and lower levels, you'll enjoy great beach views as well as incredible sunrises and sunsets. When the Blue Angels are practicing, you'll have an amazing vantage point.

The lower deck has a dining table and cozy seating and is entirely screened in for comfort. Dine al fresco or just enjoy that morning coffee or evening cocktail and listen to the sound of the surf.

★ KITCHEN/LIVING ROOM
The window lined living and dining rooms with 10 foot ceilings have a cottage feel with slip-covered sofas and chairs. There is ample seating as the large dining table easily seats six people and the breakfast bar has seating for four people. There is also a table on the front porch with seating for six people. The well equipped kitchen means you'll be able to prepare meals for those nights when you choose to dine in. The large butterfly island is perfect for both entertaining and serving.

★ BEDROOMS
Three bedrooms are on the first level. The first bedroom has a queen size bed with an en suite bath. The second bedroom features a king sized bed and has direct access to the hall bath. The third bedroom is light, bright and airy with a king size bed and a private small back deck.

Upstairs, you can relax in the over-sized master suite complete with a king sized bed, twin day bed, large private bath and balcony access. The last bedroom upstairs is perfect for families as it features a king size bed, twin bunk bed and large private bath. This room enjoys balcony access as well.

★ LAUNDRY
The house has a laundry room with washer and dryer. There is an ironing board and iron available as well.

★ AMENITIES
Our cleaning service provides initial start-up supplies including toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher detergent, trash bags, and soap. Depending on the length of your stay, you may need to purchase some of the items when the initial supply runs out.

★ POOL
You will have access to the community pools which are a short walk from the house as shown in the listing pictures.

★ SECURITY
Ring Floodlight Security Camera by the front stairway for your safety. Blink cameras by the front parking and under the house. Cameras turn on with motion and record. There are no indoor cameras.

★ NO PETS allowed. If you sneak in a pet of any kind, you will be charged an additional $500 and you will be required to leave immediately with no refund given.

★ Absolutely No Smoking.

★ NO PARTIES.
Only registered guests are allowed to be in the home. If you fail to follow this, it will result in an additional $500 charge and you will required to leave immediately with no refund.

★ We do not offer refunds for weather or natural disasters. Travel insurance is recommended.

★ While we want visitors to have an enjoyable vacation, we ask that you abide by the Homeowners’ Association Rules:
1. Please stay off the dunes.
2. No on street parking for cars or golf carts.
3. Pools close at 10 PM.
4. Golf carts are permissible as long as they are operated by a licensed driver.
5. Please do not hang towels or clothing on exterior railing.
6. We ask that you respect other residents and guests and consider 10 PM to 9 AM to be “quiet time”.

Guest access
You will get a door code before check-in. No need to meet anyone for keys. You get the whole house to yourself.

Property manager

Jennifer and Jay Thompson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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
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

About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Morgantown, a neighborhood in Gulf Shores. Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA. The Track Family Recreation Center and Pirate's Island Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 1 min walk
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min walk
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Fort Morgan - 13 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gulfside Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool located?

Located in Morgantown, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Bon Secour Bay and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
April Vaca
Wonderful house! Great location! Our second year renting with the hosts! Great experience all around!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gulf Shores Alabama Family Vacation
The house was nice and cozy. It was roomy for the 8 of us. We enjoyed going out and staying in. Plenty of room to hang out with family. We had a great time. Wouldovd to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Place
The house was as advertised. Well furnished, well located, and supplied as listed. Owners were excellent at responding to questions . We had a great stay and will do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We loved this property! The house was exactly what our family needed in regards to space and beds! It was a short walk to the beach, pools, and tennis/pickleball. I was so surprised to see so many beach chairs, umbrellas, and beach chairs in great condition that we were able to use. The hosts were so responsive to my inquiries and questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Cheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Great property. Short walk to beach. A lot of beach items available (chairs, wagon, umbrellas, etc) Front entry porch could use a updated table and ceiling fans. Kitchen could use larger pots for a house that accommodates large family’s. Beach was very nice. Property is located away from the crowds and commercial properties, which are only a short drive away. We liked this as we wanted to enjoy our family time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for my family
Our family had a wonderful time. It was very close to the beach and the pools. Beautifully decorated and well-kept, Had everything you could possibly need. We will definitely come back to this house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and home!
We had 6 adults and 4 children ranging from 1 to 6. We had a great time! The house was very clean and well stocked. There was plenty of room! The house could accommodate more. It is well located close to the beach and the pool! The Fort Morgan area does not offer much as far as restaurants and shopping, but the drive into Gulf Shores is not bad and traffic was not very crowded. With our large group, we cooked and ate most meals in anyway.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raye Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
We loved our stay here. The hosts were very responsive. We like the location, it’s about a 20 minute drive into the city, so close enough to grocery store, restaurants, and amenities, yet far away enough to have ample space to spread out on the beach. The beaches on Gulf Shores are CROWDED, our beach was lovely. They provide a wagon, toys, chairs, boogie boards for your stay. The beach is just steps away with its gorgeous crystal clear blue-green water. The upstairs A/C did have some trouble keeping up with the record heat, but the A/C downstairs did just fine. My whole family was very pleased with our hosts and with this beautiful home. The house is in the Fort Morgan area - keep in mind you can ride a ferry there (a fun, though pricey experience) if you are driving from the west as we were.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better Than Advertised
I wish I had the time to accurately depict how incredible this home was. It was not only incredibly close to the beach .. it was well decorated with quality higher end decor. It was well equipped for cooking, had all the beach accessories you would need and the owners were SOOOOO ACCOMODATING! We will be back here .. every year! FIVE STARS .. plus some!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faye M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanctuary for sure!!
This is a beautiful property, located within walking distance to the beach. We enjoyed the serenity of the home and its location! House had everything we needed for a great stay. My family enjoyed our time very much! We plan to return again! The Macks!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna M., OWENS CROSS ROADS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
55+ Tennis Group
Everything was as we expected. We enjoyed your beautiful home and it was perfect for our group.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

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