San Carlos 1009 | Gulf Shores, AL - Reviews, Photos & Rates

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January 2025

February 2025

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San Carlos 1009 | Gulf Shores, AL

San Carlos 1009
365 E Beach Blvd | Gulf Shores, AL

PROPERTY AT A GLANCE
San Carlos is located in the heart of Gulf Shores. Just steps from so many treasured landmarks: Sea 'n Suds, Pink Pony Pub, The Hangout, Souvenir City, and so much more!!

You will love the oversized floor plan found at San Carlos Unit 1009 and the gorgeous gulf front views!!

What makes San Carlos 1009 so special...
* West end corner, direct gulf front unit - floor to ceiling windows showcase the gorgeous beach and gulf views!
* Super-sized floor plan - 1009 is larger than most area 3 bedroom condos with well over 1500SF!! The living room is large enough for your children or grandchildren to put on a special 'vacation performance or even if you need to have your own dance party!!
* Master Bedroom features a king sized bed, access to the gulf front deck, and a large master bath with jetted tub and separate shower.
* Guest Suite 1: King sized bed. This room features a private full bath with tub/shower.
* Guest Suite 3: 2 full sized beds and direct access to a full bath with a tub/shower.
* All counter tops in the kitchen and baths are granite.
* The kitchen is equipped with everything you need to dine in or entertain!
* Wet bar with ice maker and sink.
* Oversized balcony with gorgeous views and endless views to the west to enjoy our fame gulf coast sunsets!!

BEDDING CONFIGURATION
* Master Bedroom: King sized bed with private deck and beach front deck access
* Guest Bedroom 1: King sized bed with private bath access
* Guest Bedroom: 2 Queen sized beds with semi-private bath
* Sleeper sofa in living room!

RESORT AMENITIES
* Zero entry, gulf side pool and stunning deck
* Fitness Center and sauna
* BBQ area
* Boardwalk to the Beach
* Outdoor shower area
* Conference Room

PARKING INFO
Parking is to be purchased from the front desk on the 3rd floor upon arrival. Each pass is $50 and good for the duration of your stay. There is a 2 parking pass limit. The front desk will also hand out wristbands for your stay.

LOCATION
Gulf front condo located on East Beach Blvd in Gulf Shores. Walking distance to the Hangout, Pink Pony, Sea and Suds, Picnic Beach, The Market Grocery, Waffle House, Hooters, shopping and much more!!

ALABAMA GETAWAY PROMISE TO YOU
The Alabama Getaway Vacation Rentals Team is committed to making sure you have the very best vacation possible!! We make check in super easy, onsite at the condo!! Someone from our staff personally checks your rental before your arrival to make sure everything is ready for you!! As one of our guests, you have access to us 24/7 should you need anything, have a question, or see something that needs our attention! We look forward to helping you have the most wonderful vacation possible!!!

CLEAN BED GUARANTEE
All beds are dressed with fresh, luxurious sheets AND fresh bedding/quilts/comforters before EVERY rental! You are guaranteed to have a completely fresh and clean bed!!! You will also find each bathroom stocked with oversized fresh bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, and bath mats straight from our laundry office! We started this in 2018 when we took our cleaning in house and created our housekeeping division. We have complete control over our property cleaning and maintenance.

WHAT WE STOCK
As common for vacation rentals in our area, we provide one round of bath soaps, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, and toilet paper in the bathrooms. In the kitchen you will find one round of paper towels laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent, dish soap, and trash bags. These stocked amenities are intended to get you through the first night. We are not set up like a hotel so we do not provide daily housekeeping or amenity restocking. Please bring the extra items you will need for your vacation.

SPECIAL NOTES
* Must be 25 or older to rent this property.
* No oversized vehicles or trailers allowed in parking lot.
* No pets allowed.
* Each vehicle requires a parking permit or at risk for towing by security.
* No smoking allowed.

Why trust Alabama Getaway with your vacation?
We truly care about guest satisfaction and happiness. We go above and beyond to make sure your vacation is as perfect as possible. Here is how:
* Text line – need a quick response from us (DAY or NIGHT) – just text us! We respond quicky!
* Someone from our staff is available 24/7/365 to assist our guests.
* We have an in-house housekeeping company and maintenance department with professional staff who fully understand our incredibly high cleaning and property care standards. They care about you as much as we do! We want things to be perfect form the moment you arrive, but if something is missed or needs attention, someone from our staff will be there ASAP!
*All Clean Bed Program: The beds in your rental will be dressed in fresh, clean, super soft and luxurious fresh sheets and each bed gets a fresh white quilt and/or comforter.
* Pre-arrival inspection: Before you check in, this property will have been inspected by at least 2 of our employees. Peace of mind for you and us!!

During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Gulf Shores Beach. Features include a gym and a water park. The condo includes amenities such as free WiFi and in-room jetted baths.

Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Splash around at the water park
Amenities include a lift
On-site recreation includes a gym and a sauna
6 minutes by foot from Gulf Shores Beach and a 2-minute drive from Gulf State Park

San Carlos 1009 | Gulf Shores, AL offers its guests a water park, a sauna, and a fitness centre. San Carlos 1009 | Gulf Shores, AL also features barbecue grills and a lift.

This Gulf Shores condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Alabama Getaway

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Pool/Spa

Communal pool
Sauna

Internet

Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill

Laundry

Washing machine

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 health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront

Things to do

Gym
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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

General

Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

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

811970

San Carlos 1009 | Gulf Shores, AL Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Susie C.

11 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Wedding trip

Our stay on this property and in 1009 was great! The room was as expected with plenty of room for 4 adults, one child age 7 & one child age 1 yr & 10 months. Loved the swimming pool and the close proximity to the beach. The parking pass a little expensive for a 3 day stay. Most places we have stayed in the past, parking was included.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

30 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Location

The property was amazing, everything you could want. Perfect location to walk over 15 restaurants. The Hangout is 3 blocks away with live music. The beach and pool area was great!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Olivia K.

7 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall okay - beds not accurate

Positives: we love the San Carlos community, location is wonderful, beautiful beach and pool area, excellent parking access, great location in gulf shores, the unit was clean and well appointed, overall beautiful. Negatives: unit beds listing is not accurate - the 3rd room was listed as queen beds, but are double beds. Looking back at the listing - it listed in multiple places both double and queens. It’s not clear. But it IS doubles and we needed queen beds. For a unit that’s supposed to sleep multiple people - it needs more towels left than what’s left. It needs Enough for as many people as advertised for one day. Do not expect ANY early checkin from this property manager. We arrived only 30 minutes early with two toddlers and asked if we were able to check in a little early. We were told the unit had maintenance going on - we waited in the parking lot and never saw anyone leaving the unit - so no idea how they got in or out doing maintenance. We were told we could go to the beach or pool. That’s kind of hard to do not in swimwear with toddlers and a car loaded down for a 8 day stay. I know check in is at 4pm and can understand if we were asking for a lot of time but 30 mins did not seem like a big ask when housekeeping is done and it was obvious no one was in the unit. It would have been nice to have access a little earlier if the unit was ready. We were given the access code a few minutes before 4pm.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

16 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Condo

The view was great! We enjoyed our stay very much. Would definitely book this property again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

14 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

It was a good place to stay. Had a little trouble with the AC. But everyone was very attentive and responded fast.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeni H.

22 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacation

Came for softball and this condo was perfect. Great location. very nice condo

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina S., Granger, Indiana

13 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

We had a great stay! The unit was big enough for 6 people (4 adults and 2 kids). We enjoyed the big pool and quick access to the beach. The unit is clean and the balcony is lovely. We also enjoyed the quick elevators! We would stayed here again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki J.

7 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathtaking Gulf Views

We just spent 3 nights at this condo over the 4th of July weekend and our experience was nothing short of excellent. The condo was impeccably clean and conveniently located right by the beach, allowing us to enjoy stunning ocean views and easy access to beach and up close views of Gulf Shores Fireworks. The location was ideal, with everything we needed within walking distance. We enjoyed leisurely strolls to tourist shops, the HangOut, and resteraunts. The surrounding area offered plenty of entertainment options, making it perfect for our group of seven adults. The condo's security team was top-notch, providing a sense of safety and peace of mind throughout our stay. Checking in was a breeze, thanks to the efficient and friendly staff at GATEWAY Alabama. They were incredibly responsive and promptly answered all our questions, ensuring a smooth and pleasant experience. The condo itself was spacious and comfortable, with plenty of room for all seven of us. We never felt cramped, and the amenities provided everything we needed for a relaxing and enjoyable vacation. Overall, I highly recommend this condo for anyone looking for a beachside getaway with excellent service and convenient access to local attractions.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana E.

24 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation spot

My family had a wonderful time and loved the balcony. We even had a surprise visit from the Blue Angels one evening. The property managers were a simple text away and always answered quickly. The only issue was the master bedroom's mattress, although comfortable, was sagging on one side so you had to move in. Could use a new one. The ceiling vents could also use a dusting. It was a beautiful property and I would refer it to friends.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitzie H.

28 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday

Love it

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel S.

22 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Great property, honestly! My stay was great. We had an issue with the hot water and that issue was resolved immediately. Very clean and equipped with everything you need. Secluded unit. The view was beautiful. Very peaceful and friendly environment! The staff was on point with their immediately response. I recommend this unit and i will be back to visit soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

6 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice!

We enjoyed our stay here! The condo was clean & we had plenty of space for our family.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

San Carlos

We just had a wonderful vacation at this unit. Check-in Process: Communication prior was smooth. Check-in was easy. They have a multitude of shopping carts to help you move your stuff. Condo: Fantastic condo that was well equipped. Decorated beautifully. Large double sliding doors that open up to the balcony were great. Only issue was the mattress in main BR. Definitely in need of replacement. Building: Building was clean and safe. Minimal wait times for the 3 elevators. First floor was covered parking, so it doesn't have as fancy a feel as some resorts. Location was great. Restaurants within walking distance. Hang Out is easy to get to and fun for teens. Beach: White powdery sand was of course great. They have a volleyball net set up. There is a little slope to get down to the water. Canopies can be set up but police require you to be back a bit. Beach is odd that a sand bar runs along most of the area. This makes it great if you have small kids since there is 12 in deep water for about 10 ft and then the sand bar so no waves crashing on littles. Sand bar is great for skim boarding. Waves are small so not so great for body boards. Overall great unit in a great location.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharvetta B.

27 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

We had a relaxing stay and everything was clean! We enjoyed our stay if we come back to gulf shores again we would definitely stay here it was close to everything!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Edward L.

1 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

For the most part, great stay

For the most part, the stay was great. Only a few things. The furniture really needs to be cleaned, a decorative wall hanging fell off the wall in one of the bedrooms.We are renting 1009 again next year and it would be great to have new bed pillows

Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen A.

29 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

This was a great location but could use a bit of an update. The couch smelled a bit and the double bed room needs new mattresses! Other than that, it was great!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donnis D.

6 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place

Beautiful property

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

josette r.

1 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Great place to stay

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

17 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

100% satisfied

We would highly recommend this unit. When we got there we couldn’t find a remote and within 20 minutes we had maintenance there to fix the problem. Easy check in and check out.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Alejandro

8 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

29 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Best beach rental

The condo was amazing. Beautiful corner unit with great ocean view. It was spacious, very clean and well maintained. Location was perfect and within walking distance to shops and restaurants. Beach access was easy and the elevators were large and efficient. No wait times. Easiest check in and check out and very friendly and accommodating customer service. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra P., -

1 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

San Carlos

Clean, comfortable stay. 3 elevators in working order, many carts available to load/unload gear, location close to everything. Had 1 problem with a sink faucet which was taken care of quickly by management. We will stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

21 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

San Carlos

This was our first annual sister trip to Gulf Shores. The condo was beautiful...just as described.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

29 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the locatiin and proximity to the beach.

Wonderful layout and our balcony was the best part!!

Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

30 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice condo

This is a nice condo on the end of the building which allowed for a great view. When our toaster quit working the property mgr. had it replaced the same day. There a few things maintenance wise that should be addressed but not huge things (light bulbs burned out and one bedroom door that won't close).

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023