Close to Gulf Shores Beach, Sea Monster, West. Big. Beachfront. Pool. Sleeps 26. Awesome location! provides amenities like a water park and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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Entire home
8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 26
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Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sea Monster, West. Big. Beachfront. Pool. Sleeps 26. Awesome location!
Sea Monster, West Unit 1217 West Beach Blvd
Summer 2026 is ALMOST GONE and 2027 is filling up REAL FAST! Still looking for 2026? Contact us ASAP.
Don't forget, peak season is in swing and during peak season, we book Saturday to Saturday. So, if you're looking and don't see any availability, check to see if your stay duration falls under those parameters as that usually is the problem :) But, as always, feel free to reach out as we are always happy to help!
8BR 7.5BA Beachfront duplex side. Pool. Extra fridges. Lots of space. And right on the beach! Sleeps 26, or up to 52 in both sides!
Big is beautiful! Sea Monster is a “monster” as in BIG, but she's certainly not ugly! And the location!? Can't be beat. Close to everything, especially the beach! Right out your back door, with the only thing between you and the water being sand... and well, more water... because your own pool, private to the duplex is right there too! Plus... this home is right across from Waves Grocery, ice cream, seafood and a great bar and grill! Location. Location. Location.
This listing is for the East side unit, Sea Monster, East! You can also rent the other side, or both together as a 2x8 bedroom place. Like having a 16 bedroom but with two of almost everything: kitchens, living rooms, more! Well, FOUR of some things since each side has TWO refrigerators! When renting both sides, guests may unlock the connecting door on the main level for easy access between the two sides without going up and down the stairs from the main entries.
It is perfect for those larger get togethers: plenty of space to be together but plenty of your own space too!
Sea Monster is a duplex with 8 bedrooms and 7.5 baths on each side! It sleeps up to 26, or 52 if you take both sides. Each side has the following:
2nd Floor (Main) North BR: King with en suite bath 3rd Floor South BR: King with en suite bath 3rd Floor Middle BR: King with en suite bath 3rd Floor North BR: King with ensuite bath (typically provides access to anyone in Living Room/QSS) 4th Floor South BR: King with ensuite bath (shared with bunk room, private access from both rooms) 4th Floor Middle South BR: 2 x Twin Bunks (shared with South BR, private access from both rooms) 4th Floor Middle North BR: Queen, bath in hallway next to room, not specifically shared with another room 4th Floor North BR: 2 Queen + Twin Bunk with en suite bath
All bedrooms have en suite bathrooms EXCEPT the 4th Floor Middle North BR. Note, there are not separate bathrooms if using the Living Room or Lounge QSS so bath use would be with adjacent rooms. Additionally, the bunk room can either use the adjacent (en suite, separate entrance with the south bedroom) OR the common bath on that level.
Main Level Living Room QSS 3rd Floor Living Rm QSS
VIRTUAL TOUR! Want to check out all of the nooks and crannies? Check out our virtual tour. Specific questions about layout? Other stuff? Get the "insiders tour!" and see it all for yourself!
https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=JkbFjpDUSkE
TWO REFRIGERATORS Yes, two per side. Because... you need a lot of space for shrimp and beverages!
POOL? You bet! BIG outdoor pool (shared only between the two sides). 30x16x3-5' rectangular bit of beachfront bliss!
PARKING There is available onsite parking for at least 6 cars per side. More if you park under then home and stack carefully. Just share nice with the neighbors!
WIFI/INTERNET YES! We have an awesome Eero mesh network to ensure excellent wifi coverage throughout this spacious home. Spotty coverage is always an issue for big places. Sure internet may work next to the router in the living room, but what about the far reaches of the home!? That's why we installed a multi-node mesh network. And what's the internet like? It is generally solid and ran > 100Mb down the last test--sufficient for several simultaneous video conference sessions for remote work and education. Internet is, of course, an amenity and subject to service provider outages (and guests "troubleshooting" it), especially with the havoc the sand and salt wreak on cabling and facilities, no more so than any other home on the beach though, and likely better since its close in and new construction!
SOAPS, TOWELS, COFFEE, ETC ETC As with most beach homes in the area, the local mgt co provide what they call a "starter supply" of soaps, toilet paper, and paper towels, etc. Enough for the first night to get you going! Please plan to bring or purchase additional supplies, and any cleaning or pantry supplies you may need, or to make a quick run to the store (or have it delivered!). You will want to bring beach towels or beach chairs as well. Because mgt cos will not generally support them, grills are not provided, though they are sometimes inherited from prior guests: your mileage may vary on this, and we usually assess and then go snag a small charcoal kettle when we come down ourselves. Also of note: at many locations, you may find the bunk beds (and certain other beds) are not fully made--instead a bedding pack is provided. This is a common practice for the local management companies, which is both green (if the bedding is not used, it doesn't have to be laundered) AND more sanitary--housekeeping does not have to crawl on the bunks and so on to make the beds. Also also... all our homes have drip coffee makers and most now have Keurigs as well.
No smoking please. No pets.
SNOWBIRDS! Up to 2/3rds off for off-season stays of 28 days or longer.
Sea Monster East https://vrbo.com/1992138 8BR Sea Monster West https://www.vrbo.com/3483307 8BR Sea Monster East & West https://www.vrbo.com/4296594?dateless=true 16 BR (2x8BR)
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
8 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
7.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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
Rules
We communicate. A lot. :-) Failure to respond to any requests may lead to cancellation of the reservation without refund, per rental agreement.
Pets, where allowed, MUST BE PRE-APPROVED and are subject to a $250 pet fee per pet. See agreement.
Guest must abide by all Rental Agreement terms and conditions.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pls inquire.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 24
Note from host: Pls inquire.
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out The Wharf.
Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
Is Sea Monster, West. Big. Beachfront. Pool. Sleeps 26. Awesome location! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sea Monster, West. Big. Beachfront. Pool. Sleeps 26. Awesome location!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sea Monster, West. Big. Beachfront. Pool. Sleeps 26. Awesome location!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sea Monster, West. Big. Beachfront. Pool. Sleeps 26. Awesome location! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Gulf State Park. West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cyndi O.
29 July 2025
Sea Monster summer vacation
The house was very nice and we enjoyed our stay. Enjoyed the easy access to the beach.
Cyndi O.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Obed T.
9 January 2024
Great stay
Nice place. Right on the beach with lots of room and a big pool.
Obed T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Leah S.
9 January 2024
Our stay was wonderful.
Our stay was wonderful. Very pleased with the house. We were able to spread out and stay with our kids.
Grandparents, parents, siblings and all our children came for a relaxing week! Our stay was wonderful with plenty of room and amenities at or near the house. We will definitely be staying again!
Our family, ages 2-75 stayed Thanksgiving week at the Sea Monster West and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The property was clean and we had everything we needed. We had a hot water problem on arrival that was fixed within a couple hours. We really enjoyed our stay.Thank you
Carol T.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kevin H.
9 January 2024
Everything was amazing.
Everything was amazing. Thanks for the amazing customer service and hope you have a great holiday.
Kevin H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Glenn P.
9 January 2024
We enjoyed the house, the pool and the beach
We've stayed in the Sea Monster, East and West, several times over the years. The accommodations worked well for my family. It appeared as though the interior had been repainted which looked good. We enjoyed the house, the pool and the beach. The location is perfect.
Glenn P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet C.
9 January 2024
Great!
Great! Really big. Love the location.
Janet C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alexandra K.
15 June 2024
Amazing
The house was amazing! Very clean! Had everything we needed.... we had the best time! We will be back again one day!
Alexandra K.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joy P.
9 January 2024
So blessed!
We have stayed here every year for multiple years. We LOVE Sea Monster. The owners are so kind too. We hope to return for many more years. Nice updates to paint and furniture this year too!
Joy P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Erika D.
9 January 2024
Perfect for large groups, we loved the location
The property is perfect for large groups, we loved the location. In addition to the fact that although we shared the house with other families, each one had enough space and privacy. It is the first time we visited Gulf shores beach and we liked it a lot because it is perfect for families with small children since the waves are calm and the coast is not deep. 100% recommended!!!
Erika D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joy P.
9 January 2024
So blessed!
We have stayed here every year for multiple years. We LOVE Sea Monster. The owners are so kind too. We even got to stay in BOTH sides this year. We hope to return for many more years. Nice updates to paint and furniture this year too!
Joy P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa S.
9 April 2024
Great place!!!
Place great! Like having a Private beach not congested. Great to have pool for kids . Close to beach. Two refrigerators, two dishwashers nice for 18 people. I would recommend for large family. Lots of space we had 8 adults and nine children. We had an extra room and extra beds.
Lisa S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Charkeea B.
9 January 2024
Spectacular
This home was very nice, it fit my entire crew of 11 adults and 3 kids comfortably. The view was spectacular! The pool was nice and kept the kids busy, I would make one small suggestion and that's to add a mini fridge on the 3rd level for beverages so you don't have to go all the way down to the main level. This home was all we needed and more, would definitely stay here again!
Faucet in kitchen sink was quirky. Would not shut completely off unless a certain place found and was not the same place each time. Floor in main den needed to be moped--9 month old had dirty feet from crawling on the floor. Otherwise was a very good stay.
Jack A.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cheri H.
9 January 2024
Amazing time. Sea Monster was fantastic!
We had an amazing time at SeaMonster West! Bama Beach Houses was great. We didn't really have any issues we couldn't resolve ourselves, so I don't think we ever had a need to reach out to them. We had plenty of room, and we had a couple of warm, sunny days, so there isn't much more you can ask for. All in all…it was fantastic. We had plenty of room for everyone, and we all had a great time. I truly appreciate you working with us. We would not have been able to go without your help!
Cheri H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tom C.
1 July 2024
Great time at Sea Monster
Great location! Great views! 99% perfect. Rooms are large and comfortable. We had 5 families, 19 people and it worked well. Little bit tight for the older kids. Broken coffee maker and almost no sheet cooking pans kept it from being 100.[😎 Thanks Tom! Glad you had a 99% perfect stay! 😉 We will get that 1% back next time. Speaking of, if you have little things like that, just reach out. Happy to have things replenished. Some of those probably migrated next door--in the duplexes, it is very common for folks to rent both sides (for LOTS of space, and double all the living areas), but sometimes the cooks move things around when that happens and that doesn't always get caught in the hubbub of same day turns. Sheet pans, utensils, crockpots (heck, I've seen furniture!) go walkabout in those situations. Just send a note next time to me, or to Bama Beach Houses, and they will be right out. Ditto if you have any issues with anything at all! Thanks again! Again, so glad you all had a wonderful time in Sea Monster! 🙏]
Tom C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jill S.
9 January 2024
We loved it!!
We loved it!! Our entire group was so happy with the whole set up of the houses so close to one another, the pool, the underneath space where the kids could hang out and the houses in general. Very clean and spacious! The weather could have been better but that is just my luck! Our group golfed, okayed pickle ball and played beach games despite the weather. Beach patrol was awesome. They came up to us and handed my son a ticket for having too much fun and then handed out Gulf shore koozies to everyone! It was a great time by mom and kids. The Managment company was great. One of the houses had an incident where a kids diabetes alarm feel off his arm and into the toilet and they came right out to help! Thank you again for allowing us to stay in your homes. I have already spread the word around about how great it was if anyone is considering renting!
Jill S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa L.
9 January 2024
Great first time in Gulf Shores!
We had a great time and are so thankful we were able to rent from you last-minute! It was our first time to Gulf Shores and we are talking about returning next year! (I hope pandemic-free by then so we can actually see more of the sights and businesses.). I was afraid our bad luck was continuing when we arrived late that Sat. Night and couldn't get into the unit. The neighbors appeared immediately and suggested we try their door lock combination...we didn't realize until later they were checked into our side, West, so that's why their combination worked on the East side. Not sure how they got in to the wrong side, but I assume they were unpacked before they realized their mistake. No worries. Overall we were very happy with the location of the house and enjoyed being right on the beach. My brother and nephew love to fish and had pretty good luck so that was fun. Also great to have the pool. The filter wasn't working the first few days but the guy came and cleaned out so that was good.
Lisa L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tom C.
1 July 2024
Great time at Sea Monster
Great location! Great views! 99% perfect. Rooms are large and comfortable. We had 5 families, 19 people and it worked well. Little bit tight for the older kids. Broken coffee maker and almost no sheet cooking pans kept it from being 100.[😎 Thanks Tom! Glad you had a 99% perfect stay! 😉 We will get that 1% back next time. Speaking of, if you have little things like that, just reach out. Happy to have things replenished. Some of those probably migrated next door--in the duplexes, it is very common for folks to rent both sides (for LOTS of space, and double all the living areas), but sometimes the cooks move things around when that happens and that doesn't always get caught in the hubbub of same day turns. Sheet pans, utensils, crockpots (heck, I've seen furniture!) go walkabout in those situations. Just send a note next time to me, or to Bama Beach Houses, and they will be right out. Ditto if you have any issues with anything at all! Thanks again! Again, so glad you all had a wonderful time in Sea Monster! 🙏]
Super cute house with tons of rooms for each couple to have their own room and bathroom! This was perfect for our big family vacation house to sleep everyone plus plenty of options for the kids to not be in beds with anyone else!
We needed a place to stay in Hansville to celebrate a friend's retirement. We really lucked out finding this lovely place so close to the event. Perfect for two couples. Plenty of space. Beautiful neighborhood and gorgeous sunsets.