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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More

iTrip Vacations Beaches of Alabama proudly offers WORRY FREE BOOKING!

Worry-Free Booking means GO AHEAD & BOOK TODAY - NO WORRIES if you need to cancel! At any time until a week before your stay, you can cancel your booking and WE WILL GIVE YOU 100% OF THE DEPOSIT BACK! Nope, we won't even keep the processing fee! Pinky promise!

$400 in FREE Activities per day ~ See details below!


Faxo's Retreat is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom home located just one block from the Gulf of Mexico overlooking Little Lagoon. Just under a mile west of Hwy. 59. The home features a private pool (not heated) and kiddie pool overlooking the lagoon.

PET FRIENDLY- Two dogs 35 lbs or less will be allowed in this home. If you are bringing a pet, please let us know, and there will be a $150/per-dog, non-refundable pet fee added to your stay. If any additional cleaning is needed, your credit card will be billed.

• Enjoy your morning coffee or relax on the large lagoon-side balcony for the sunset. There is even a covered patio underneath the home for those steamy summer evenings.

• The kitchen is fully equipped with everything that you need in your home away from home, with granite countertops and stainless appliances. The dining area seats six, and there are four bar stools for additional seating.

• The living area has a sofa sleeper

• The primary bedroom has a king-size bed and balcony access

• The first guest room has a king-size bed and balcony access

• The second guest room features two sets of twin-size bunk beds. *Children six years or younger should not be permitted on the top bunk.

• The bonus room has two twin-size day beds with plenty of natural lighting, balcony access, and a beautiful view of Little Lagoon.

• No waiting in long lines for check-in or check-out with keyless entry!

You will need to provide your own propane for the BBQ grill.

***ROOM UNDERNEATH HOUSE IS NOT ACCESSIBLE***
*NON SMOKING
*MINIMUM AGE TO RENT IS 25
*MUST CALL FOR MONTHLY AVAILABILITY

*THIS PROPERTY IS MANAGED BY ITRIP VACATIONS ALABAMA BEACHES

$400 FREE Activities Daily-Guests will receive one complimentary admission to our select activities per day. You can go to every one of these activities every day, and one person will be free per day. Additional guests will pay full price. Admissions are non-cumulative and non-transferable. Unused admissions expire daily.

So yes, you may choose to go fishing in the morning (one person is free), then golf at lunch (one person is free), and then go to the zoo that afternoon (one person is free). Or you may choose to go to the zoo in the morning with the kids (one person is free), and your husband can play golf (one person is free) and then meet that afternoon to go on the dolphin cruise (one person is free.) You may do some or all of these select activities every day, and one of your parties is free every day.

These activities are yours to use if you choose to do so at no additional cost or obligation.

*Does not apply to monthly reservations, and some activities are seasonal
Due to recent incidents of credit card fraud, we have implemented additional security measures to protect our guests and ensure a smooth check-in process.

If you are booking a reservation to arrive within the next 48 hours, we kindly request that you provide us with a copy of your ID and credit card. The name on these documents must match the name on the reservation. We must receive these documents by the close of business on the day that you booked your reservation.

Property manager

itripVacations Beaches of Alabama

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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 mall
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 indicated 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
6499

About the neighborhood

Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Hangout Music Fest - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gulf State Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pirate's Island Adventure Golf - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gulf Island Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

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Faxo's Retreat ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor/Kiddie Pools, Dock + $400 FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo + More Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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8/10

My family had a great time fishing from the dock-caught lots of fish & 2 sting rays! The place was roomy & comfortable. Wish the heat on the pool was working, since the pool water can be cold in springtime. We also did the Dolphin Sunset Cruise with Cetacean Cruises through the discounted activities offered. It was great! We saw dolphins throughout the cruise, so many we couldn’t keep up with the count! And we saw an eagle!
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10/10

We had a wonderful week here at Faxo's Retreat! We loved the that the back yard was fenced for our fur babies! The house was very nice for it's age. And its so peaceful. We sat on the deck and watched the sunset over the lagoon most nights. Beautiful!!! We will definitely stay there again.

10/10

We have stayed here a couple of times and absolutely love it. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Beautiful property, great neighborhood, peaceful and quiet, yet conveniently located to everything in Gulf Shores. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
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10/10

Size was perfect, kids loved the pool. Quick walk to the beach and lots of food and shops nearby!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

6/10

Interior was clean enough but the entire place (both interior and exterior) could use some major TLC.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10

Great rental for the price. Super clean, lots of space, amazing views outside the back deck and backyard is amazing.
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6/10

The house was clean and comfortable great view of little lagoon. The outside however needs some TLC there was a lot of trash on the grounds from previous guests and old pool floats. The landscape also needs some work not very appealing.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10

We had a wonderful stay with iTrip at Faxo's retreat. The house was wonderful and the pool and fishing was a huge bonus. Thanks so much for the great vacation!

10/10

This home sits on the Little Lagoon and has a dock where we saw sting rays swimming. The grandchildren loved it. It was nice having a lake, pool and the beach close by.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10

Loved location. My 78 year old mom came with us. She had porch/breezeway to sit under. Was able to visit with us but still stay cool. We loved having a private pool and could look out at water/lagoon. Small gro store for quick pick ups near us and a big gro store less than 2 miles away—so close to beach too.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

The location was great, slightly of the beaten path yet within walking distance to food, shopping and the beach. We enjoyed the covered back porch and the pool is larger than most. The setting was beautiful overlooking the lake. The cleaning crew could have done a better job, there was broken glass outside under the porch swings and the pool was dirty upon arrival, however the pool cleaners arrived the next day without request. Overall very happy with our stay and we would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

6/10

We’ve stayed here three separate times. Had a problem with air conditioning being set by the realtor. Maintenance came out twice. Never added Freon. It never cooled to a point that we were satisfied or comfortable. This will be the last time we stay at this particular beach house. Also, it did not seem that the pool was cleaned on the outside. We saw rats around the pool as well as roaches. Very disappointing. As this has never happened to us before at that particular location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10

We loved the location and all the attractions in the area. Very peaceful, great neighbors, and pet friendly, which was great. The cleaning lady does a very good job with what she has to work with BUT.... The pictures on the VRBO site are very outdated. We had a lot of issues:The carpeting in the bedrooms is disgusting. Stained and has chunks of something in it. Forget cleaning it - tear it out and put something pet-friendly in.The TV in the bedroom doesn't work. There were no batteries in the remotes and one remote didn't have a back to hold the batteries in place.The oven didn't work. We brought pizza's and had to leave them in the freezer when we left. The pool area was not at all what was shown in the pictures - very outdated and not cleaned. I swept the driveway, the patio area, and the steps. The shower in the master bath doesn't drain. The water accumulates around your feet.The hot water is unpredictable while showering - it gets real hot all of a sudden.The toilet in the master sounds like it is trying to fill all the time. Annoying at night. The washing machine stinks really bad - I cleaned around the rubber seal and pulled so much black mold and mildew out.The curtains in the bedrooms need to be cleaned - they are dirty and water stained. We had two dead roaches in one of the top bunk beds.Needless to say, we will not be a repeat customer.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

The house is amazing, very clean, roomy, nice bright feel. The views are also amazing! I have 2 complaints. No outdoor furniture besides a cheap plastic chair. You come to the beach to be outside, so it would seem necessary that you need outdoor living furniture! My second complaint is there are no blankets in this ehile house. There are plenty of sheets and pillows, but not one bed, or closet, has an actual blanket. Other than those 2 things, the house was perfect. Everything worked as it should and it was super clean. I would definitely stay here again but i hope they update the bedding!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10

We had a great time at this property. Here’s a breakdown of pros and cons : Pros: beautiful setting in the lagoon. Sunsets were awesome. Home was well equipped. Pool was nice. Dock was great and fishing was really good. Beds were comfortable as well as furniture Cons: Had some issues with water temperature. We read in the past this was true as well and we had the same issues. Only used one shower as it was less of a problem there. The deck had a small issue when part of it broke free. Not a problem to just walk around it but just neeeds to me checked and reinforced. Overall the place needs a little cleaned up especially outside shrubs as it’s overgrown some. We would stay again tho. It’s a great location on the lagoon and the pros definitely outweigh the cons.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2020

10/10

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10

I had a wonderful relaxing time! So Peaceful at Faxo’s!

6/10

The good: Amazing views, the pool was clean, the house was in a good location, the communication to and from the management company was good. Tbe bad: We were underwhelmed in many ways. We asked about a pool heater on booking and got no answer, then asked again and it wasn’t an option. The water went off during our stay unexpectedly. The king beds were not comfortable, the mattresses dipped. The house is cluttered and needs some updates. The floors are all different levels which is a tripping hazard for kiddos. Usually with the properties we stay at there are some amenities and toiletries but we had to get everything. Overall, I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10

Amazing location. Close to beach, restaurants, grocery stores and shopping. The view from this property is spectacular. The house is spacious and comfortable. Needs a little TLC, but overall it is a very nice property. We had a few issues at check in but the property management was excellent and responded very quickly to resolve our issues. Can’t say enough good things about property management. Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. Sunsets from the pier are breathtaking. I would book this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

The house has a great location. Pretty view of the lagoon and easy walk to the beach. Awesome lay out of the house. Still some storm damage on the outside and pool but nothing major. We had a great stay while we were there!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Other than the weather, we had a great time. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Nice home and area. The housekeeping was not that good and the couch in the living area needs thrown out. Overall we enjoyed the place and had a very nice time. The bed was comfortable and the view is very nice and the area is peaceful. I would stay again but might take a mop with me.
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10

We loved our stay! The house was clean and well stocked. Very close to beach. The pool was great. My Grand daughter loved the kiddie pool. The pier was great fishing. The fenced in yard was great for our pup. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

All in all we had a good vacation. Loved the pool and the atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022