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Your Summer Getaway! Spacious Relaxing Cottage near Gulf Shores. Pet friendly!

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Beach
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Your Summer Getaway! Spacious Relaxing Cottage near Gulf Shores. Pet friendly!

Hosting a large master bedroom suite, complete with double sink vanity, tub/shower, washer/dryer and appliances, this remodeled cottage is ideal for a quiet get away. With front and back porches and a large firepit area, there is plenty of room to sit back, enjoy the scenery in a quiet and peaceful community setting. Two 40 inch tvs, blu ray players and WiFi allow you to stay connected as well.

Property manager

Chris and Donna Hyche

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please provide pet details before booking request.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please indicate ages of children before booking.

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
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Bon Secour, AL

What's nearby

  • Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 13 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 15 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 19 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Lulu's At Homeport Marina - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Galley - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Summer Getaway! Spacious Relaxing Cottage near Gulf Shores. Pet friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Your Summer Getaway! Spacious Relaxing Cottage near Gulf Shores. Pet friendly!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Summer Getaway! Spacious Relaxing Cottage near Gulf Shores. Pet friendly!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your Summer Getaway! Spacious Relaxing Cottage near Gulf Shores. Pet friendly! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Billy's Seafood and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Swift- Coles Historic Home. Gulf Links Golf Course and Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Your Summer Getaway! Spacious Relaxing Cottage near Gulf Shores. Pet friendly! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 151 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property's cleanliness was above and beyond. The cottage had all of the amenities that you might need during your stay. The owners are very friendly and easy to get ahold of. Area surrounding the property was very quiet and safe. Would absolutely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

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

Location is nice and quite!

We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

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

Very nice, clean and quiet, a wonderful pier across the street.

It is away from all the touristy stuff , but still close to all we needed and some very good restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

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

Great property

Super clean property. I really enjoyed having a boat slip. The house was exactly as listed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart L.

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

Eleven

On a scale of ten.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Last minute get away...

We absolutely adored this home and the location. It was so clean and very relaxing. We also loved the fact that we could bring our Yorkie. We will definitely rent this home in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bambi S.

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

Relaxing getaway

We had a wonderful stay at hytide. It is off the beaten path witch makes it a perfect p!ace to kick back and unwind. We loved Billy's fish market that is just down the street,but I think our favorite thing is that the beach is just a short car ride away. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristine P.

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

Perfect Getaway

The property was exactly as listed. It is a quiet area but close enough to the beach. We loved being able to fish and the grassy area was great for our fur babies. The hosts were great to communicate with and very accommodating. We would definitely stay again. .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Vacation Getaway

My husband and I needed to get away and relax. This cottage was all that and more, great location, very clean, close enough to everything you want to do. Beautiful dock with the swinging chair to sit on and watch the sun go down. Best of all we could bring our pup and have a fun vacation! And so many great places to eat, Hytide Cottage we will come back! (And the owners are very nice!)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lacy W.

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

Peaceful Vacation

We enjoyed being able to have parking space for our boat, a dock and close proximity to two different boat ramps. Sitting on the dock in the evening was beautiful and peaceful. We saw several dolphins. Owners communicated very well and were quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Roomy, comfortable, clean house

We had lots of space for a couple. The house was very clean and we loved the decor. Donna called us the day of to make sure we were all set for check in and was easy to get in touch with over the weekend when we needed help with the AC. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

crystal j.

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

Relaxing getaway

Thank you Chris & Donna! Hytide cottage was an amazing place to get away before the holidays. Quiet, beautiful view of river, close fresh markets, and cottage equipped to make meals. The best part we were able to bring our whole family, including furkids!! Sable, Goldie, & Shaggy were so excited & enjoyed visiting all the surrounding dog parks. We're even found a couple of dog friendly restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

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

Bon Secour Getaway

We loved our stay at Hytide Cabin between 6/22/24 and 6/28/24. Donna and Chris were great hosts and made sure our stay was comfortable. Their cabin was clean and had a ton of extra amenities. The set up worked great for our family. We traveled to the beach almost daily (only about 20 minutes with traffic), and it was nice to be close enough to food and activities, but in a quiet, secluded area. We also loved being close to fresh seafood and the dock was well kept with covered swings (both a short walk from the house). The locals were friendly, and the neighbors made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our vacation. We would definitely recommend Hytide for others. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Great stay

This cottage was exactly as listed. There are so many good things I can say about this listening from start to finish. Donna was a pleasure to work with. She wanted to ensure that everything was perfect. The cottage was very clean and it had everything we needed. It was so comfortable and cozy that we felt at home. My husband and I needed this getaway and HyTide was the perfect choice for us. Actually, we didnt want to leave. Easy to say we will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Husband’s birthday

Absolutely loved the cottage!!! It was perfect for our little get away. Would highly recommend and hope to return. Owners truly have thought of everything. Just bring clothes and groceries. Love love love the decor!!! My husband fished and fished some more. He had a great birthday. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

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

Comfy Cottage Getaway

The listing pictures are very accurate. The cottage exceeded my expectations! It was immaculately clean, beautifully decorated and so very comfortable! Although the location is simple living, the appliances, countertops and furniture are more high end. The host couple is easy to reach and eager to please. Everything one would need is in the cottage. The hostess has done a fantastic job of anticipating every need. The recliners and the bed are very comfortable. It's a great sight-seeing base or a low-key, comfy place to hang out. I highly recommend the HyTide Cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis S.

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

Leisure Time

The property is exactly as listed! Everything is extremely nice and up to date. Anyone that stays here should have everything they need for a comfortable visit. I’m sure if you were to need something extra that the hosts would try to accommodate you. The pier is set up for fishing and a cleaning station for your catch. If you are not into fishing it is also a great place to watch the boats come in and go out. It has plenty of seating and a swing all under cover. If you stay once you will want to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Perfect Place To Relax

HyTide is everything you see in the pictures! Get ready to leave the outside world behind ! You will naturally slip into the slower pace of living ! You have everything you need at your fingertips! We wanted a place away from the noise and crowds ! HyTide gets a 10 !! The dock and the river are perfect to kick back and catch the beautiful sunsets! The shrimp boats that come in and out bring in something for every seafood lover ! Chris and Donna are the BEST !! They are ready to help and answer any questions you have ! Having the furbabies on the trip made it feel like home away from home ! The week was over way to fast ! We absolutely didn't want to leave ! HyTide is a treasure can't wait to get back for the next visit !! Thank you Chris and Donna ! Lisa 7/27/21
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha C., Andalusia,Alabama

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

Absolutely Wonderful

This place is everything as it is described and more . If you are looking for a place of relaxation and a home like feeling this is it . Not to far from town and shopping . The two seafood markets next door are both amazing with lots of choices to pick from of the freshest seafood . Tin Top restaurant a mile up the road is absolutely fabulous as well and try their sautéed crab claws . We loved being able to walk out across the road and drop a crab trap and catch the largest blue crabs we have ever caught from the gulf and have them for dinner . We also enjoyed teaching my son how to fish from the large and long pier . We saw dolphins each day playing around and some got pretty close to where you could really see them . The owners are amazing to work with and communicate with you and answer any questions you may have . The kitchen is fully stocked to prepare meals from bake wear to a cast iron skillet . The neighbors who live in this little community are so kind and helpful as well . We enjoyed meeting them. The fire pit located out the back door is an amazing little spot to kick back relax and enjoy a nice cup of coffee or hot chocolate on a cold evening. We definitely plan to come again and enjoy the little piece of paradise . Thanks for a wonderful stay !
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

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

Peaceful

The house was great, everything we needed plus more. Very quiet and peaceful. We loved it...other than the mosquito's. Husband loved the fishing. Donna is amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heath C.

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

Time to myself

The cottage was top notch, just what I needed for a relaxing trip by myself. Thank you and I look forward to staying again. A++++++++++. ROLL TIDE!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Kate F.

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

Quaint and Quiet

The owners are very friendly and involved through getting you prepared to visit! The house has amenities such as spices, tupper ware, ziplocks, etc that you never see at a rental. We were perfectly located to everything in foley and GS and two seafood markets in walking distance were a big plus. You must also eat a Tin Top i cannot tell you have wonderful, you must try it for yourself!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Birthday getaway

Second time staying at Hytide, we have enjoyed our stay both times, the cottage is very clean, owners are more than helpful! Highly recommend this place for a vacation getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff r.

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

Excellent house in a great location

Very nice updated house in a quiet location on the river. Owners could not have been more gracious. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Perfect Get-away

The cottage is comfortable and in a quiet area. It was the perfect place to pause and unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022