Gulf Shores borders Orange Beach on the east and the Gulf Islands National Seashore on the west, as well as the Gulf Coast to the south. The "not so little" Little Lagoon splits the peninsula down the middle, leaving a narrow strip of land that actually borders the coast. The most desired part of this is called "West Beach", which features beach homes with prices in the millions. This section features the Laguna Key subdivision, which has its own community pier, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a community pool. Vacation condos abound all along the Gulf Coast side of the city, providing rental income for owners.
Like its eastern neighbor, Orange Beach, Gulf Shores is surrounded by water bodies of all types. In addition to the beach and Little Lagoon, it is bordered to the west by Bon Secour Bay, which meanders inland to become Oyster Bay in the city of the same name. This small bay also narrows to travel the length of Gulf Shores by way of Portage Creek.
All these different waters create waterfront communities and home opportunities everywhere in the city. That being said, the city also stretches far inland to the north of Portage Creek, offering less expensive real estate which still has direct access to the entire city and beach along Highway 59, also known as Gulf Shores Parkway. The Gulf Shores Golf Course is located here with the Craft Farms Cypress Bend Course and the Cotton Creek Course, both designed by Arnold Palmer. There are nine signature golf clubs in Gulf Shores and a state-owned 18-hole course. Another popular golf course is located in Gulf State Park, the Refuge.
The Kiva Dunes Golf Club, Beach Club community, and Gulf Shores Plantation are just outside the city, on the tip of the most western point of the Gulf Coast strip. This is home to the gated community of The Peninsula - with 24-hour security, 27 holes of golf with a pro shop and teaching pro, eight lighted tennis courts with a pro shop and teaching pro, fitness centers, indoor and outdoor pools, restaurant, lounge, and a mile long stretch of private beach with pier on Bon Secour Bay.
Attractions in Gulf Shores include ocean fishing, dinner, and dolphin-sighting cruises, as well as a water park, Waterville USA. It is also home to the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, which has been featured on the television show "The Little Zoo that Could", on Animal Planet.
Gulf Place, the city’s most iconic stretch of beachfront and main public beach area with a $15 million Revitalization Project was opened in 2018. It features a public boardwalk, walking paths, green space, and beach dune restoration to provide wildlife habitat and protection from storm surges.
The Gulf Shores historic district is being renovated on both sides of the Intracoastal Waterway, called Waterway Village. This will transform the streets into pedestrian-friendly lanes with tree-lined streets and sidewalks, and decorative lampposts. Benches and seating areas all along the strip will provide a pleasant place to dine and shop.
If all this sounds like a city you would love to call home, you are not alone. Let us show you around the homes in Gulf Shores, as well as its attractions and communities. Call 850-912-9826 for a tour and more information.
Opportunity awaits in an exceptional Gulf Shores location. Situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on approximately 0.62 acres, this substantial property offers a rare ...
This 2 bedroom, 2 bath single-level unit offers the kind of practical features buyers are looking for: an attached garage with garage door opener, private covered front p...
Welcome to the Links Golf Villas! Located in The Peninsula which is one of Alabama’s most spectacular Golf Resorts. The Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club provides the perfe...
Beautiful condo on West Beach with great Gulf views! Well maintained 2 bedroom 1 bathroom with LVP flooring throughout. Comes fully furnished + appliances and ready for r...
**Builder now offering interest rate buy down - as low as 5.875%*!** Freshly finished and perfectly positioned with views of the renowned Arnold Palmer-designed Cotton Cr...
This JUST LISTED property is a unique blend of vintage charm and modern mechanical reliability. 2-bed, 1-bath cottage on Canal Drive is a turnkey waterfront property sitt...
Exceptional Gulf Coast investment and family retreat opportunity in The Dunes, a gated Gulf-side community near Fort Morgan in Gulf Shores. This spacious duplex offers 4...
Exceptional Gulf Coast investment and family retreat opportunity in The Dunes, a gated Gulf-side community near Fort Morgan in Gulf Shores. This spacious duplex offers 4...
This beautifully updated ground-floor condo at The Links Golf Villas offers easy living with gorgeous views of the Peninsula Golf Course. Unit D-101 is a well-maintained ...
Set within the prestigious Craft Farms community, this beautifully maintained golf course home pairs an exceptional setting with three of its most valuable improvements: ...
Welcome to Gulf Shores Plantation, a Gated Gulf-front Resort located on the beautiful Fort Morgan Peninsula. This Cozy well-appointed efficiency condominium in Building 7...
Experience the best of Gulf Coast living in this completely reimagined waterfront residence on highly desirable West Beach. Perfectly positioned on Little Lagoon with pri...
Experience refined luxury in this extraordinary custom estate nestled within the prestigious Martyn Woods community of Gulf Shores. Meticulously crafted with exceptional ...
This spacious 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bath Ranch style home sits on a large lot with a wooded area on back of property. The Cheyenne is a large open floor plan offering high ceilin...
Welcome to 388 Apollo Avenue—an exceptional 5-bedroom, 3-bath home located in the highly sought-after Aventura community in Gulf Shores. This beautifully maintained resid...
Welcome to your Gulf-front retreat at Phoenix All Suites in the heart of Gulf Shores! This fully furnished 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo with built-in hallway bunks is design...
Exceptional custom residence overlooking the fairways of Craft Farms’ Arnold Palmer-designed golf course. New Fortified Roof. A gated courtyard welcomes you into refined...
Welcome to The Ridge, located in the heart of Gulf Shores, just minutes from Alabama's beautiful Gulf Coast beaches. Conveniently located near shopping, dining and entert...
Experience waterfront living at its finest in this beautifully updated home, tucked inside the gated community of River Dance along the scenic Bon Secour River. Located i...
Welcome to Rookery 2601 a lovely cottage where coastal charm meets modern comfort. This offering is sold fully furnished and features wood flooring throughout the living ...
New construction coastal retreat offering approximately 4,006 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with 6 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms, plus a separate bunk...
Beautiful 2 bedroom 2 full bathrooms, FULLY FURNISHED, TURNKEY condo is available for purchase to add to your rental portfolio. This property features LVP flooring, grani...
Welcome to this beautiful Gold Fortified home located in the gated Waterways community in Gulf Shores. With 3,110 square feet, this home offers 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathroo...
Embrace the true coastal lifestyle at this rare Gulf Shores home, perfectly positioned on a sprawling double lot. Tucked away in a peaceful, established neighborhood, thi...
Embrace the true coastal lifestyle at this rare Gulf Shores home, perfectly positioned on a sprawling double lot. Tucked away in a peaceful, established neighborhood, thi...
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