A summer vacation is the one way we stay connected to our inner child, and when you choose to relive those glorious days of your childhood summer in the Gulf Shores area, your first decision should be an adult one. We are, of course, talking about choosing your summer sanctuary, and by choosing any of our Poole & Associates seasonal sanctuaries, you will discover that you are also pleasing your inner child as they offer many ways to play—especially the ones that reside on or even near the white sand beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast, offering salt air serenity and the magic of turquoise waters, white sands, and green palm trees swaying in sea breezes that will make you wish you never had to return home.
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Summer Getaway with Our Gulf Shores Rentals Near the Beach
The beauty of small towns anywhere is that you will never be far from anywhere you want to be, and in the Gulf Shores area, that means the beach will always be nearby. Open the windows and you may be able to hear the roar of the surf and when you step out onto patios, balconies, and decks, you will feel the sea breezes kissing your cheeks. Life is better at the beach, and our rentals near the beach will give you the summer vacation experience you have always dreamed about. And because the Gulf Shores area also includes Orange Beach and Fort Morgan, you can choose to stay in the town you love most and still be near the beach.
Our Gulf Shores Sanctuaries
Gulf Shores is known for more than just its white sand beaches, offering history, entertainment options, fantastic restaurants, and of course, our Poole & Associates sanctuaries! We are committed to giving our guests a vacation experience that is filled with comfort and fun and you will feel the difference when you step inside. We offer both standalone homes and condos in Gulf Shores, enabling guests to find the spaces that touch their soul while staying within budget. Our largest properties may offer room for as many as 12 guests, providing spacious rooms that don’t feel cramped or crowded when everyone is gathered together, and although you may not have chosen an on the beach rental, it is quite possible you will choose an on the RIVER rental, offering a similar experience but with a different vibe. We don’t know how to describe it, but there is a different feel to a river house versus a beach house, and the best way to understand what we mean is to experience it yourself.
The River Life
Maybe it is the way the river continues to flow, never stopping, never ending, that helps create a vibe that is tranquil and almost leisurely. The sounds of river life are different as well, including the quiet slap of water against the legs of the dock, to which you may have tied a rented boat. Some river escapes are equipped with colorful kayaks, encouraging guests to spend as much time paddling as they do relaxing inside. Our river retreats may also be surrounded by trees and green grass, offering a cozier, more secluded experience that will quiet the noises in your brain, shoring up your soul for the eventual return to real life.
Amenities on the River
Wood decks with cushioned benches and the canopies of trees providing cool shade may be where you find yourself napping on a lazy Tuesday afternoon, even in the warmest months of summer. Inside, air conditioning and ceiling fans will keep you cool as you watch TV, play board games, and savor a soak in a deep and inviting claw foot tub, reading, listening to music, and sipping a cool glass of wine. Life is also better at the river, and when you choose one of our river escapes in Gulf Shores the reasoning behind this thought will be clear!
Condos Near the Beach
Maybe you are on a solo journey, stretching your wings and proving to yourself that you are strong, capable, and able to enjoy your own company. Or maybe you are traveling with the love of your life, wanting a romantic getaway that will draw you closer together. Or quite possibly you could be a small family on a budget, seeking to explore the beauty of beach life without having to put all your vacation dollars into lodging. There are many reasons you may choose a condo near the beach in Gulf Shores, and Poole & Associates has you covered. No sacrifices will be necessary to enjoy a comfortable stay in any of our condos, especially as you will have access to all the amenities of the community, in addition to the luxuries inside, as shown below.
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Relaxing and Fun
Offering anywhere from 1-3 bedrooms, our Gulf Shores condos are certain to be your favorite part of your vacation experience. Inside, amenities will include state of the art televisions, often in the bedrooms as well as the living rooms, fully equipped kitchens that may include wine refrigerators to keep your favorite beverage at the right temperature, and maybe even deep tubs, perfect for soaking away the stress of the day. Playing board games with the kids in dining areas, reading in that chair by the window on a rainy day, or sitting on balconies that overlook the beauty of Gulf Shores sipping and watching the sun set or rise may be where some of your best memories come from. And because community amenities are also included with your stay, there will be pool days and hot tub evenings, volleyball games played on sand courts, and barbecues with the family that will remind you once again how much you love these wonderful people in your life!
Orange Beach Retreats
Gulf Shores may be more well known, but Orange Beach has plenty to offer, including our Poole & Associates homes and condos. The Wharf, a shopping, dining, and entertainment center, is perhaps our most popular attraction, including its Ferris wheel, which is one of the largest in the Southeast, coming in at 112 feet in height. This area is also known for its extensive artificial reef system, making it a popular destination for scuba divers, snorkelers, and fishermen, and the adventures you enjoy during your stay in this town, whether on or off the beach, will be made that much more special when you come home to your Orange Beach retreat at the end of every day!
Your Home Sweet Vacation Home in Orange Beach
Although our inventory of properties in Orange Beach tends to run towards condos more than it does standalone homes, the homes we do offer here never fail to please. The maximum number of guests permitted in our homes ranges between 8 and 13, depending on the one you choose, and all will provide fantastic amenities that will enhance your comfort levels. Inside, you may find multiple living areas giving guests the ability to find their own space in the public area, quality kitchens equipped with the high-end appliances you can’t help but covet for your own home, and state of the art televisions mounted to the walls of living rooms AND bedrooms. The home you call your own may provide a spacious and spa-like en suite bath furnished with the deep tubs that you love to soak in as well as multiple decks and patios that peek out over the countryside. These spaces will feel like home, offering all the ways to relax and be entertained and just when you think there couldn’t be more, you step outside the back door and discover how wrong you were!
Time to Play
A backyard oasis will be your favorite part of our Orange Beach homes, with each property adding something new and unique to the mix. Private pools, private hot tubs, and waterfront views of lagoons or bays offer the start of something wonderful, and because sand should stay outside, many of our properties will offer outdoor showers. You may find fish cleaning stations, outdoor kitchens, and multiple seating arrangements ranging from picnic areas to outdoor sectionals, to rocking chairs that will add another layer of serenity to your Alabama vacation. There may be kayaks stored outside or screened-in patios that keep the mosquitoes away and allow guests to sit outside when the rain is falling while staying warm and dry. Oasis is truly the best word to describe what you will find outside our homes, and your memories of the time you spent exploring them will bring you joy.
A Word About Our Orange Beach Condos
Now we have gone into a lot of detail about the homes we offer in Orange Beach, but just as in Gulf Shores, the comfort doesn’t stop there. The condos we offer in this area will be located in the best neighborhoods and communities, providing fun, comfort, and that touch of luxury you are learning to expect from Poole & Associates. Sleek and modern spaces still retain the laidback vibe of beach life, and no sacrifices will need to be made as you enjoy the use of high end appliances, state of the art televisions, and whirlpool tubs in some of our most popular units. Community amenities may offer a luxurious edge to your outdoor adventures, adding water slides and lazy rivers and indoor pools and tiki bars to your standard community amenities. Sports courts, shops, and wood decks lined with lounge chairs are more amenities you may find in your Orange Beach condo, ensuring your stay with us will be quite pleasing!
Fort Morgan Escapes
Finally, we make our way to the smallest community of the three, historic Fort Morgan. Named for the stunning fort that guarded Mobile Bay for over two centuries, serving actively in four different wars. Reputed to be haunted, they often host paranormal events that might be worth checking out during your stay and we can tell you from previous experience, the ghost hunts are fun but coming home to Poole & Associates escapes each night will still be the highlight of your Alabama adventures!
It’s the Condo Life in Fort Morgan
Our escapes in Fort Morgan are all condos, although our inventory is consistently growing and that could change by the time you are seeking respite here. In other words, it won’t hurt to search our listings again if you had your heart set on a home. But we can assure you that the condos we offer in this beautiful community are charming, modern, and so comfortable you may find yourself coming up with excuses as to why you might want to cancel your plans, slip into your jammies, and spend an evening or two in enjoying all the amenities we offer here. Smart tv’s, fully equipped kitchens and shelves stocked with books, movies, and games will ensure that every minute you spend inside will be spent in comfort, adding a side of fun to the mix.
Time to Play Outside
Our Fort Morgan condo communities also offer a long list of amenities including both indoor and outdoor pools. Why would we need an indoor pool, you might be asking? Well, it’s not that we need it, we just enjoy knowing that if the weather refuses to cooperate, you don’t have to skip your pool day, especially as you will have learned that starting and ending each day with a swim is truly a tradition you have begun to obsess over! Also offering barbecue areas, sports courts, and swings chained to the slats of pergolas, and a boardwalk path over the white sand to the crystal clear waters of the Gulf, these communities offer everything you need to experience a vacation worth remembering forever!
Reserve Your Favorite Poole & Associates Summer Sanctuary Near the Beach Today
You’ve worked hard all year and you deserve a getaway that will make you feel serene, happy, and spoiled, and Poole & Associates is excited to offer all of the above! Contact us to book your stay today. Browse our rentals here.
