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.
RETURN RENTALS BOOKED--REDUCED TO SELL - 'BONNIE DUNES" - UNIQUE COTTAGE WITH POOL & DEEDED BEACH ACCESS! Sitting high on a dune - this updated beach house comes with it...
Welcome to Navy Cove Harbor, one of Fort Morgan's premier waterfront communities designed with boaters in mind. This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo offers ap...
Experience the best of the Gulf from Unit 4414 at Gulf Shores Plantation with this beautifully maintained Gulf-facing 1-bedroom, 1-bath condominium. Located within the ga...
BEACH ACCESS DIRECTLY ACROSS THE STREET | WEST BEACH LOCATION | SLEEPS 6 | COMMUNITY POOL | WALK TO RESTAURANTS Enjoy the best of Gulf Shores from Moonraker #22, ideally...
BEACH ACCESS DIRECTLY ACROSS THE STREET | WEST BEACH LOCATION | SLEEPS 6 | COMMUNITY POOL | WALK TO RESTAURANTS Enjoy the best of Gulf Shores from Moonraker #22, ideally ...
Welcome to your beach getaway in Colony Club at Drakes Landing in Gulf Shores. Gorgeous 3/2 condo that is located only 4 Miles to the Beach and 4 Miles to Tanger Outlet ...
Unmatched Coastal Paradise with Water on Three Sides! Experience the ultimate waterfront lifestyle in this custom built 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom GOLD Fortified raised beach ...
Attention Investors, or those looking for that luxury lifestyle or getaway! Experience the epitome of coastal living in Penthouse 16, where stunning panoramic views of Li...
Experience breathtaking views from this exceptional 18th floor corner unit! Welcome to unit 1805, a highly upgraded, east corner unit that showcases panoramic views of La...
Positioned high on the 15th floor with stunning direct Gulf views, this 1-bedroom Gulf-front condo on West Beach in Gulf Shores is a true investment opportunity. Designed...
Welcome home to Gulf Shores living at its finest. This Gold Fortified five bedroom, three bath residence offers a comfortable and thoughtfully designed split floor plan j...
Escape to your own slice of coastal paradise with this truly exceptional property featuring both a spacious main house and a charming guest house located in fabulous Kiva...
Fabulous EXTRA LARGE DECK on this amazing Beach-Front home on a 75ft lot on West Beach in beautiful Gulf Shores. The impressive, spacious deck shows stunning views and ha...
Welcome to “Cottage Osprey” at Little Lagoon Cottages on West Beach in Gulf Shores, a beautifully appointed two-bedroom, three-full-bath GOLD FORTIFIED coastal cottage de...
LAGOON-FRONT LIVING WITH DEEDED BEACH ACCESS! Discover the charm of Sea Oats Unit A-206, a spacious and beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo offering over 1,200...
Located in a low-density complex just steps from the best of Gulf Shores, this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhome offers the perfect blend of comfort, s...
Location Location Location... Income producing entire Duplex Home in the Heart of Gulf Shores, and Short Walk to the Beach with Ocean views from the Balconies and a Priva...
Experience elevated coastal living in this thoughtfully designed beach-adjacent home by Coastal Custom Homes. Perched on pilings forflood resilience, this Gold Fortified ...
REDUCED TO MOVE !! YOU NEED TO SEE THIS ONE - NEW PRICE --- AFFORDABLE BEACH COTTAGE WITH GULF VIEWS, PRIVATE POOL & ELEVATOR LIFT. Enjoy coastal living in this updated b...
Imagine waking up each morning to dolphins and other wildlife playing in the water just steps from your back door. Nestled directly on Bon Secour River, with 379’ of dire...
Welcome to 170 Preston Way in Gulf Shores! Built just one year ago, this GOLD Fortified 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,672 square feet of thoughtfully designed living sp...
Seller is offering a 2/1 rate buydown with accepted offer! Location, location, location! Situated in the established Brigadoon Heights community, approximately 3 miles d...
Vacant and Easy to View Home in a Great Location! 7198 Raintree Lane offers 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms with Tile and Bamboo Flooring Throughout. This Freshly Painted Ho...
Experience the pinnacle of Gulf Coast luxury in this newly constructed Gold Fortified home located within the gated community of Kiva Dunes in Fort Morgan. Offering 7 bed...
Welcome to Catalina 705 where breathtaking Gulf views and coastal elegance come together in one exceptional residence. This beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo features an ...
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