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Fort Morgan Waterfront Bay Cabin-Gulf beach. Private Comfy & Romantic Wifi Cable

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A covered porch with a view of a beach and trees.
A beach with waves approaching the shore.
A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows offering a view of the beach and trees.
A well-lit room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and artwork on the walls.
A pier with wooden structures extending into calm water during sunset.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪72 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

With a stay at this vacation home in Gulf Shores (Gulf Highlands), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour Bay. .This vacation home is 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from Fort Morgan.

What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 16 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Tropic Falls at OWA - 25 min drive - 24.9 miles

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coast @ The Beach Club - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Fort Morgan Waterfront Bay Cabin-Gulf beach. Private Comfy & Romantic Wifi Cable

This little cabin is an original Bay cabin that has been well cared for. It is full of original artwork and photographs, many done by our local Gulf Coast artists. The property is located on Bon Secour Bay which is across the street ( .5 mi) from the beautiful sugar sand beach of the Gulf of Mexico. It is the only dog friendly beach on the Fort Morgan Peninsula. Well behaved, leashed dogs, with responsible owners are welcome! We are 10 miles from downtown Gulf Shores, where you can find a zoo, amusement parks, live music, tons of restaurants, miniature golf, souvenir shops, etc. There is also an outlet center nearby in Foley if you want to shop! A boat ramp is just up the road to put in your small boat or jetski. Or put your kyack in right over the sea wall! There is a kayak rental place down the street which will deliver.

The washer and dryer are located up in the shed with beach chairs and toys. The cottage has a large screened porch with a large picnic table. It is the perfect place to pick some crabs and shell some peas, and watch the kids try to catch fish or crabs on the pier in the shallow waters of the bay. If you are looking for an old fashioned beach vacation, near attractions, but off the beaten, this is the place for you to unwind after a day at the beach. Hang your towels on the clothesline, rinse off under the outdoor shower, then relax under the ceiling fan on the porch which is shaded with trees laden with Spanish moss. Just a perfect romantic getaway or for a couple or a family with small children.


Family owned property since the 1950's: I purchased this property from my mom in 2004. My stepdad was a professor at University of Alabama built 'the cabin' when he wasn't fishing! In 2005 I put a new roof on it, updated electric, put in a heat pump, and covered it with hardiplank. Although it still retains its charm, it is more energy efficient! Two flat screen tv's. As of January 2019 the cabin has new countertops, new tile floor, and a fresh coat of paint.

Golf: The Peninsula Golf Club and Kiva Dunes are located just down the road.
Other local courses include Pure Palmer Golf at Craft Farms, Cotton Creek, and Cypress Bend.

Outlet Shopping: Ten miles north of Gulf Shores in Foley, Alabama the Tanger Outlet Center features 120 name brand shopping options for the bargain hunter. Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Osh Kosh, SAS, Gap, Banana Republic, Anne Klein, and more.

The City of Gulf Shores has a recreation center with daily, weekly, or monthly rates. It features an indoor temperature controlled swimming pool, basketball courts, fitness room, There is also a really nice playground near town, even a doggy park!

Kayak, Jet Ski and Pontoon Boat Rentals near by. Dolphin cruises, Historic Fort Morgan is at the end of our peninsula. FISHING is everywhere!

There is also a Sauropod 🦕 footprint on the property given to me by an archeologist. He made an imprint of it in central Texas!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. A flat-screen television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: On porch, or outdoors only. Dispose properly.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If you would start a load of towels- an all white load OR a color load. Thanks!
Wash your dishes and put them away. Unplug all “party” string lights, inside and porch. Make sure you have all of your belongings!
Take trash to the curb. Be sure all doors and porch doors are locked. Thank you so much for choosing my Cabin. Please have a safe and enjoyable trip home. Debbie
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

$100 pet fee per dog. Cleaning up after your dog is necessary.
As this is a waterfront property, please keep your eyes on your children and pets.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Pre-appoval, trained, well behaved dogs. $100

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The water off the pier is no more than 3’ deep.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
On porch, or outdoors only. Dispose properly.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Fort Morgan Waterfront Bay Cabin-Gulf beach. Private Comfy & Romantic Wifi Cable Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 137 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend! This is our 2nd stay & we will be back. Debbie is helpful, communicative, & thoughtful. We love the history of the cabin, location, nature, & privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything that we needed at the cabin. The cabin was well prepared, cozy and relaxing. Our host was easy to communicate with and told us some good places to eat and things to do in the area. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at Debbie’s cottage. It was well-equipped with everything a family would need from a beach excursion to a picnic to watching the sun rise and set from the porch or dock. Debbie even had water in a dog dish for when we arrived with our springer. The cottage is full of happy memories of times spent over generations. We loved our time spent at Debbie’s cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bea E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
"Sweet Home Alabama" greeted us as we walked into a rest stop in our home state. This phrase perfectly describes the Fort Morgan Waterfront Bay Cabin we called home for two weeks! Filled with wonderful art work and books, this cabin immediately felt like home. The large attached screen porch overlooking the bay was PERFECT! The quiet road on which the cabin sits provided a convenient place to walk our dog. Longer walks along Fort Morgan beach were within a 3 minute drive. We were always delighted to come home to our place on the bay after a day of biking or exploring. Debbie is a hostess with the most-est. She radiates Southern Hospitality. Staying in her cabin was a highlight of what is a very memorable vacation!
Sunset as viewed from the pier of Waterfront Bay Cabin.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Rhonda Q.

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

Views of the Bay are awsome

Loved our vacation and looking forward to staying here again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

BARBARA M.

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

Cozy, comfortable cottage

We enjoyed the cozy comfort of this cottage - the artwork, etc was really fun. Access to fishing pier was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela I.

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

Cozy place. Wonderful views of bay & Sea gulls.

We have stayed 4 times in the past. Only 1 bathroom but cozy for 2 adults. Host was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandy Z.

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

Relaxing Cabin on the Bay

This was our 2nd time at the Bay Cabin. We love it here!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Memories with grandma

It had beautiful sunsets and sun rises. The cabin was cute and cozy. Loved the screened in porch prefect for my morning coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark B.

It's a wonderful little cottage. Very cozy. Great location.

I highly recommend this cottage. We will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Amazing Trip

Such a relaxing homey stay. Could stay forever 💜
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ginger C.

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

Bay cabin

The cabin was cozy, and inviting, while also very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Peaceful Bay Cabin

This was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

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

Our stay

It was a very nice clean little house we caught a few fish and a few crabs lot of shade trees outside overall it was a pleasant visit
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Peaceful getaway

Enjoyed our stay at the cozy cottage. Pleasantly surprised by how homey it is.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shannon p.

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

Peaceful and Safe

If you are looking for quiet and comfort this is your place! So cozy, so homely and the best Host !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mat W.

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

Fort Morgan Oasis

This property was right up our alley. Debbie was great to work with and very responsive to all of our questions. Excellent property and definitely a hidden gem in the Fort Morgan area. We would highly recommend anyone looking to get away from the chaos that is in Gulf Shores and enjoy this oasis tucked away from the crowds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James N.

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

Nice

pleasant stay
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J T.

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

Surprise around every corner

We loved this cabin & would definitely stay again. It is secluded while not being far from beach activities. The beach itself was very close. The owner was extremely kind, thorough, & communicative. Lots of wildlife all around. The history of the cabin, art, & decor was unique & homey- you could feel the love!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

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

Cabin on the bay

The cabin is tucked away in a beautiful grove of trees. If you are looking for a quiet comfortable place overlooking the bay this is it
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beverly W.

Enjoyable Stay

Very nice and cozy. Peaceful and quiet. Great location to just sit and do nothing if that is what your heart desires.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Relaxing Beach Weekend

Debbie was a wonderful, communicative host who made sure we had everything we needed for our weekend stay. This cozy cottage is perfect for a weekend away, and the waterfront location was an added bonus!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Matthew C.

Quiet, peaceful getaway! Our Golden Retrievers enjoyed their first trip to the beach!

We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

Sweet cabin on the bay

My husband and I was in need of rest and relaxation .That is just what we got at Bay Cabin.Debbie was so nice and accommodating .Hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017