Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan - Gasque

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Gulf Shores, AL

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge4 min walk
Kiva Dunes Golf Course7 min drive
West Beach19 min drive
Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)74 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan

**The house's pier was damaged during Hurricane Sally, but should be fixed by March 2021.**

Bordering the Fort Morgan National Wildlife Preserve, the Little House by the Bay is a perfect place to relax, get away, and just let the world go by. Located on 2 acres, with 150 feet of waterfront on beautiful and historic Mobile Bay. This is a great place to fish, crab, or enjoy the nearby white sandy beaches. The location is secluded and very private, although high levels of activities are just a few minutes away.

A short drive across highway 180 and you are on the beautiful white sandy public beaches adjacent to the National Wildlife Preserve. Enjoy the blue water and surf during the day, and in just a few minutes, you are back at the Little House by the Bay.

The property includes a 130-foot pier to fish, crab and sunbathe. If you are a boater, you can moor your boat 150' offshore at mooring posts and wade in waist-deep. By boat, you are just a 20-minute boat ride from Lulu Buffet's Bar and Grill and all the sites of Gulf Shores. Further to the East on the intercoastal, and you are at Orange Beach and Perdido Pass.

A 16-mile boat ride to the West will put you at Fort Morgan and the Mouth of Mobile Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. A bit further West and you are at Dauphin Island. Some of the best in-shore and off-shore fishing and crabbing are right at your fingertips.

The Little House by the Bay is a 1,000 square foot cottage with a large great room (den kitchen) and a very large bedroom with a king-size bed, a twin bed, and a bunk bed. The couch is also comfortable and blow up mattresses can be put in the den. There is bed sleeping for 5, and room a for a few others. The house has been recently refurbished inside and out and is nicely appointed, with fine furnishings and all the modern amenities.

Leave your stress behind and immerse yourself in unparalleled relaxation at the Little House by the Bay!

THE PERSONAL TOUCH - The owners, Donny and Kay Mecke will personally communicate with you and help assure that this property meets your requirements and provide assistance and advice helping you plan your vacation. We strive to respond to all inquiries very quickly and personally, and we take extra effort to make sure that that the availability calendars are always up-to-date.

Keywords: Waterfront house, House on Bay, Fort Morgan House, Rental Home Fort Morgan, Bungalow, Bay House, Fort Morgan Rental, Gulf Shores Rental, Beach house in Gulf Shores

Property manager

Donny Mecke

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Beach view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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

Pets allowed

There is a $50 per stay pet fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider The Park at OWA and Zooland Mini Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min walk
Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 7 min drive
Gulf Shores Golf Club - 11 min drive
West Beach - 19 min drive
Gulf Shores Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

Sassy Bass Market Place - 8 min drive
The Beach House Kitchen & Cocktails - 16 min drive
Fresh Seafood Market - 5 min drive
Fort Morgan Pizza - 5 min drive
The Village Hideaway - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores holiday home is located on the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Bon Secour Bay and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Fort Morgan Beach is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

6 Apr 2024

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

Wonderful quiet location.

This was a great place to stay. Highly recommend.

Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

1 Mar 2024

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

Peace and Quiet

Absolutely loved staying at The Little House on the Bay. Had everything we needed and more. Loved how peaceful and quiet it was and our dog loved playing ball in the huge yard. Felt very secluded but could see neighbors but never saw or heard anyone. Close to everything you need in Gulf Shores and Fort Morgan.

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

7 Feb 2024

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

Southern Charm

This property was unique. Secluded with plenty of privacy but close enough to Gulf Shores restaurants and shopping.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sue C.

29 Dec 2023

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

BYOTP

What, you DON'T PROVIDE TOILET PAPER? No paper products in kitchen or bath. Seems pretty petty. In all our travels this is a first whether it be a cheap hostel or high end cruise..... Husband complained of muffled sound from living room TV. Otherwise AAA.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

10 Dec 2023

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

Best Place to Stay

Rental was clean and well kept. Location was perfect and just as described in the description and pictures. Neighborhood felt very safe and was peaceful. The yard was huge so there is plenty of room for your family or pets to play and hangout. The pier in your backyard over the bay is an awesome place to relax and enjoy the wildlife and scenery. The host are very friendly and so accommodating to your needs or questions that you may have. We really enjoyed this rental and hope to return each time we visit the gulf in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Donny Mecke

Donny and Kay Mecke purchased the Little House by the Bay in 2001 as an investment property. The house has been renovated and is equipped with all new furnishings and appliances. Donny and Kay live nearby in Baldwin County with their daughter, Audrey.

Why they chose this property

The north shore of the Fort Morgan Peninsula has breathtaking views of Bon Secour and Mobile Bay with beautiful sunsets and wildlife. The historic area is secluded, private, and peaceful. The large 2-acre lot borders the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and is just 10 minutes from Gulf Shores.

Pets are accepted on a case by case basis. There is a pet fee of $50 per stay.

What makes this property unique

The screened-in porch, large patio and fishing pier feature spectacular views. The 150' shoreline offers great fishing and crabbing opportunities for the sportsman.