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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 25808 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Gulf Shores, Alabama
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Bon Secour Bay
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪86 min drive‬

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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.

Better than ever! 9 Bdrms, Pool, Hot Tub Elevator Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities

Kiva Grand is a Beautiful Beachfront Custom Family Home on a 2 acre gulf front Kiva Dunes lot. It was designed for Luxury Family Living. Although the views and surroundings are indeed quite grand, comforts like a Really Big Kitchen, a Huge Pool Level Family Room with a 2nd Kitchen, a 20'x40' Gunite Pool & more were built with family gatherings in mind.

Plus you'll have FREE Golf and Activities every day of your stay to make it even better. Sorry, Kiva Dunes is not one of the courses that participates in the free activities program but is available to play at normal rates. Free rounds are available at Gulf Shores Golf Club, Lost Key, and Soldier's Creek.

The Best of Gulf & Golf--Kiva Grand is a wonderful Vacation Rental House for gathering family & friends and now has a total of 9 bedrooms, 9 full baths. There are 7 Spacious Bedrooms with Private Bath & TV, plus a main floor bunk room for 3 with a hall bath, and a top floor bunk room for 2. Large open kitchen with 2 islands, room for lots of cooks and for everyone to eat in the same space. Huge recreation room opens to the pool area and offers a second kitchen, another large television surrounded by plenty of seating and more. Private beach side gunite pool and a hot tub. Large covered porches on all three levels of the house. And of course the fabulous sugar-white beach that lies beyond the 8,700+ of heated and cooled space.

On the main floor you'll find an expansive open living area that includes a main seating area, a fireside sitting room, space for everyone to dine together, a kitchen with an over sized refrigerator, two islands for cooking and serving, two dishwashers, and room for plenty of cooks. You'll have all of the dishes and serving pieces you need to live graciously during your stay. There is also a family room with a 73' television, a full bath, and a king bedroom with a private bath that is handicap friendly (it is not completely ADA compliant but has a roll-in shower. Next to the kitchen you will find the main floor bunk room with charming nautical decor.

The upstairs features six bedrooms, each with a private bath, plus a bunk room, and the smaller of the two laundries. The spacious Beach front King Master Bedroom opens to both a private and a shared porch. It's beautiful newly remodeled bath has two shower heads, a soaking tub and a double vanity. A second beach front King Bedroom also has a daybed and trundle and opens to the broad shared terrace, as does a smaller beach front King Bedroom. There is a bedroom with a pair of queen beds, a bedroom with one queen bed, and another bedroom with a pair of double beds. The bunk room has two built-in XL twins.

Below the main floor, at the same level as the pool, there is a recreation room complete with another large television and lots of seating, and a second full kitchen. You'll also find a full bath (convenient given the pool) and the larger of the two laundries. This level also opens to the garage where you will have 3 covered parking spaces. This family-friendly space has multiple doors that open to the covered porches on the east and north sides of the pool area. It is rare to find a pool area that offers spacious areas for both sun and shade but Kiva Grand has it!

You can reach all three levels of the house by both front and back stairs, as well as the elevator which is wonderful for grandparents, groceries and luggage!

Enjoy the feeling of being away from it all, then pop over to the Kiva Dunes Lodge for lunch or dinner. Watch dolphins from the porch or see who can find the best shells on the beach.

Sorry, no weddings, no exceptions to our maximum number of guests and no exceptions to our minimum rental age. We are not able to rent to groups under the age of 25.

We accept reservations UP TO 51 WEEKS before arrival. If the corresponding week this year has not passed, we cannot yet accept your reservation. This year's guests have an opportunity to rebook at the end of their stay. We do keep a waiting list for summer weeks.

Located within minutes of historic Fort Morgan, approximately 13 miles west of the center of Gulf Shores in a spectacular area with some of the last natural dune areas along the Gulf Coast.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Kiva Dunes Golf Course. You'll find features such as an outdoor pool, a water park and 1 hot tub. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a lift
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts
  • 10 minutes on foot from Kiva Dunes Golf Course and a 5-minute drive from Fort Morgan Beach
Better than ever! 9 Bdrms, Pool, Hot Tub Elevator Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities offers its guests a water park, an outdoor pool, and Access to hot tub. Better than ever! 9 Bdrms, Pool, Hot Tub Elevator Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities also features barbecue grills and a lift.

Property manager

Our Team at Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 8,700 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Amazing 8700 sq ft Huge Pool Hot Tub Elevator Kiva Dunes Golf
Amazing 8700 sq ft Huge Pool Hot Tub Elevator Kiva Dunes Golf
1682-72041

Better than ever! 9 Bdrms, Pool, Hot Tub Elevator Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jake S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an awesome experience!
This was our first time booking Kiva Grand, and wow, was it just perfect. We had 23 people stay during our visit and EVERYONE had an amazing time. The house was incredible, the views were perfect and the pool was our central gathering spot. We were all very comfortable with sleeping arrangements and we loved the privacy of the en suite bathrooms everywhere. The kitchen is a Chef’s dream (I am one) and there was a lot of storage options for all cold foods, a separate beverage fridge, and an independent ice maker. The staff was very communicative before and during our stay and we were never left wanting for more. We totallly recommend this property and will book again. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Home
Beautiful open areas in the house. House is in very good condition- bedding fairly new, which is very important to me. Pool area was great. Just needs some sprucing up outdoors - but your money was well spent inside this fantastic house. Elevator is a big plus in this 3 story house. We’ll be back as our entire family enjoyed staying in your home. Not crazy about washing towels though - never been requested to do that and pay a healthy cleaning fee. Thank you for sharing your home on the beach !!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Scott T., Slidell, LA

Great Property, but we have ants
We stayed here before and loved the house, the huge pool and the uncrowded beach. I was shocked to find a few huge black ants every day, on every floor. I was also disgusted the day that a huge cockroach was running around the bathroom in the master bedroom. It was disappointing that the first time we took trash out, Monday after arriving Sunday evening, 3 1/2 of the 4 trash bins were full, and one didn’t have a lid. They say that they are raising the price almost 20% next year, due to extensive renovations, but I didn’t see much added value overall. This price now makes this property as expensive as Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, with the inconvenience of a half hour drive, just to get to a decent grocery. The deck around the pool is, burn your feet, hot. And the foot wide edging at the pool is like ice. My 21 month old granddaughter fell multiple times just walking away from the water Finally, they had two open bins for toys, which were half full of mostly broken items, which stunk like they had been soaking in mold. A third box had a totally broken lid and had the same issue with a lot of unusable items. If I did a home remodel of a luxury guest house, I would clean that junk out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for large family!
Beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott T., Slidell, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect - just as advertised
The stay was great. Plenty of space, all of the amenities you would expect and more, uncrowded beach, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Spring Break Getaway
Fantastic getaway from the Wisconsin weather. 5 families comfortably fit, and enjoyed every minute of our week here. Plenty of space, beautiful kitchen and amazing views. It was a little chilly at times, so the hot tub came in handy. Kids still used the pool, but wished it was heated. Overall amazing time and hope to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jody N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
My family and myself enjoyed everything about the property. The beach was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Private
We really enjoyed our stay. Weather was perfect, the beach and house were amazing. We would rent here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location on beach near amazing golf course
The size of the house was great for 15 family memebers. It was a nice house but the location was great... Basically a private beach and the golf course right by it was really nice! My only complaints were: bad internet, one of the showers leaked bad so we couldn't use it, and the cable wasn't working in the main family areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Felicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for a family vacation
This house was lovely. So much room. It was so spacious and everyone has their private space. Great family vacation. F. Saunders

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful 50th celebration with friends
The house was perfect! It was large enough where everyone had their own space but also all 18 of us could be together comfortably! The pool overlooked a beautiful and private beach. The house had every appliance, utensil, cookware we could possibly need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness
"Heaven on earth"
We decided on the spur of the moment to book a place in the south after 4 inches of snow hit us in mid April up in Chicago. The process was so easy once we figured out which place we wanted. First time going to Gulf Shores so wasnt sure what to expect. The rental company was very attentive and answered emails quickly so we could make a decision in 24 hours ahead of rental date. The check-in was simple, the hot tub was already warmed up for the kids and the house was huge and beautiful inside. Going down there we knew beaches were still closed but were able to use it numerous times after figuring out the timing of the police patrol every 3 hours. How can you deny teenage kids use of the ocean when its 100 yards from your house?? You cant and it was the favorite part of the trip for them!! The house had everything we needed for our stay except a few minor details. Plenty of room, 2 kitchen areas was helpful also for meal time. Only issue in kitchen was no large frying pans or griddle which made cooking breakfast tough for a large group. Outside area was where we spent most of our days. Pool and hot tub and sitting area very popular for the adults. Ground floor kitchen kept house a lot cleaner for pool foot traffic. 2 suggestions for pool area. Fire pit of some sort would have been awesome at night to sit around and the grill needs to be replaced. It looks like a grill you would see in the forest preserve in the 1980s! House advertises you can sleep 20+ but if you want to grill and eat at same time it was impossible due to small grill. All in all, it was a wonderful trip regardless of those small details we worked around. Cant wait to come back when all the cute little bars, restaurants and shops are open. Ordered out a few nights from some of the local establishments and food was wonderful. The ladies went for walks through the neighborhood every day and some of the boys played a few rounds at the beautiful Kiva Grand golf course. Was spectacular!! Thanks for letting us use your beautiful home and hope to be back down there again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erica H., Madison, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Break 2019
This was the prefect beach house for our family of 18! The pool and hot tub were amazing and we felt like we had the entire beach to ourselves. We’ve already booked again for next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couples Getaway
Had an amazing time on a couples getaway. The pictures of the house really don’t do it justice, we were blown away with how clean and beautiful the property was. We truly enjoyed the close proximity to the beach and are already planning a return! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019