Welcome to The Porthole – Your Ideal Beachside Escape ** AC Overhaul Spring 2025**
Nestled in the tranquil Surfside Shores community of Fort Morgan, The Porthole offers the perfect mix of relaxation, space, and coastal charm. With sugar-white sands just steps away, expansive outdoor decks, and a spacious layout ideal for families or groups, this home is ready to be your next unforgettable beach destination. Guests are enjoying the new, upgraded deck furniture!
Why You'll Love The Porthole Unbeatable Outdoor Living: Oversized decks offer plenty of space to lounge, dine, and enjoy the soothing sounds of the Gulf. Peaceful Setting: Located in a quiet neighborhood with light crowds and tree-lined streets, perfect for morning walks or bike rides. Close Beach Access: Just across the street and a few houses to the east, you'll find convenient entry to the stunning Fort Morgan shoreline.
Inside the Home
Main Floor Two King Bedrooms: One with a hall bath, the other shares a Jack and Jill bath with the twin bunk room Bunk Room: Two sets of twin bunk beds (sleeps four) Queen Room: one queen bed. Fully Equipped Kitchen: Granite countertops, stainless appliances, and an open layout with spacious living and dining areas with new couches and loveseats! Laundry Closet: Conveniently located on the main floor
Second Floor Primary Suite: King bed, private bathroom with soaking tub, separate shower, double vanity, and private balcony access
Extras and Amenities Standalone 50-pound ice maker, perfect for beach coolers and drinks High-speed Wi-Fi Snowbird-friendly with special off-season and long-term rates available Parking for multiple vehicles Renter must be 25 years of age or older; guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
Explore the Fort Morgan Area Nearby Essentials: Dollar General and Sassy Bass Market are just minutes away for groceries and supplies Local Dining: Enjoy restaurants like Tacky Jack’s, Sassy Bass, Coast, and the new Jesse’s, some offering live music and entertainment Outdoor Recreation: Cast a line at the Fort Morgan fishing pier or explore the scenic trails and natural beauty of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
Start Your Beach Story Here Whether you are planning a peaceful getaway or a fun-filled family retreat, The Porthole has everything you need to relax, reconnect, and make lasting memories.
Book your stay today and let the coastal breeze welcome you to your home away from home.
Mitten in der Gegend Golf-Hochland, einem Stadtteil von Gulf Shores, befindet sich dieses Ferienhaus in der Nähe von Freizeitparks und in Strandnähe. Die natürliche Schönheit der Region kannst du hier erleben: Fort Morgan Beach und Strand von Gulf Shores. Fort Morgan dagegen spricht vor allem kulturell interessierte Besucher an. Ebenfalls einen Besuch wert sind diese beiden Highlights: Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary und Billy's Seafood. Erlebe Wasserspaß pur beim Tauchen und beim Schnorcheln ganz in der Nähe oder genieße einfach die Natur beim Wandern oder bei einer Öko-Tour. Zum Reiseführer für Gulf Shores
Ist Große Terrasse und atemberaubende Aussichten haustierfreundlich?
Nein, in dieser Unterkunft sind Haustiere nicht erlaubt.
Wie viel kostet das Parken bei Große Terrasse und atemberaubende Aussichten?
Auf dem Gelände der Unterkunft stehen Parkplätze zur Verfügung.
Wann ist der Check-in bei Große Terrasse und atemberaubende Aussichten?
Check-in ab: 16:00 Uhr.
Wann ist der Check-out bei Große Terrasse und atemberaubende Aussichten?
Check-out ist um 10:00 Uhr.
Wo befindet sich Große Terrasse und atemberaubende Aussichten?
Dank der ausgezeichneten Lage (Golf-Hochland) ist dieses Ferienhaus nur 2 km entfernt von: Fort Morgan Beach und Bon Secour Bay. Ebenfalls nur bis zu 5 km entfernt: Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge und Kiva Dunes Golf Course.
Bewertungen
Bewertungen von Große Terrasse und atemberaubende Aussichten
8,6
Hervorragend
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Sauberkeit
9,6
Lage
12 von insgesamt 18 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 10 - Hervorragend
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2 von insgesamt 18 Gästebewertungen haben eine Bewertung von 6 - Okay
6 – Okay
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Bewertungen
Verifizierte Bewertung
8/10 – Gut
Michelle R.
20. Juli 2026
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Plenty of room for parking, we had 3 cars and easily could park underneath. Rooms were spacious and clean, king size beds and bunk beds Host made a point of stopping by to welcome us.
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juli 2026
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
david T.
6. Juli 2025
Much needed get a way
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a most wonderful time.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Donna T.
1. Apr. 2024
Perfect Place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The beach house was perfect!!! So close to the beach you can sit on the huge deck and listen to the waves. Our new favorite place to stay! Coastal View staff were TERRIFIC.
Verifizierte Bewertung
10/10 – Hervorragend
Darla C.
5. Juni 2023
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Treasure of a place
I do not have words on this house! Location was so wonderful very quiet neighborhood very nice house
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Mai 2023
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Bruce C.
16. Dez. 2023
Golf trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were four guys on a golf trip to Kiva Dunes. This was our fourth year and The Porthole was by far our best choice of accommodation. Spacious and clean with great decks and views. The management team went out of there way to make our stay a great one. Hopefully they'll have us back next year!
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Ken C.
4. Apr. 2023
Great Location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
For a property located off the beach, this is as close as it gets! Off the beach rates for a house that has a shorter walk to the beach than most condominiums we have rented. The house was very spacious, especially the front deck, which has a great view of the Gulf! Property Management was very attentive and even pulled our trash cans to the street for us on trash day.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
6/10 – Okay
Kevin D.
6. Aug. 2024
Not so cool in Gulf Shores
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house itself was a nice size. Very good location. AC unit never cooled the house. On the upstairs bedroom it got as high as 83 degrees. Main level was generally around 76 during the day.
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juli 2024
Verifizierte Bewertung
10/10 – Hervorragend
Sabrina W.
2. Juli 2023
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
close to beach
We really liked being so close to the beach for the quick walk as well as sitting on nicely shaded front deck and seeing and hearing the ocean. The beach and water were so nice and clear. We enjoyed the entire week in the spacious house with plenty of room to spread out and sleep. The beds were all so comfortable and having 3 KING beds was a benefit. The kitchen is beautiful and made preparing all our meals very easy and nice with lots of amenities and dishes. The ice machine is huge and a hit for sure as well as the filtered water/ice from the modern fridge. I would highly recommend this house and would stay here again! Thanks Dee Dee for checking in with us.
Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juni 2023
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
James N.
4. Juli 2023
An Enjoyable Week
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
There were some air conditioner issues during the week and the folks at Coastal View Vacations were great. They got air conditioner professionals out promptly and followed up to be sure we were satisfied. It took two trips for the repairmen to take care of everything, but Coastal View was very helpful and caring. Once the ac was properly repaired, time there was great. This was our third year in this house and we have reserved it again for next summer.
Verifizierte Bewertung
2/10 – Ungenügend
Brittany G.
17. Okt. 2024
Gut: Check-in, Kommunikation und Lage
Verbesserungswürdig: Sauberkeit
Not clean
I was looking forward to this stay, as it was a wonderful house and great location. My excitement quickly turned to disappointment as we discovered how unclean this property was. Food splatters on cabinets, dirt around the toilets, dust and debris on tables but the biggest thing was roaches... we found several dead. By the end of our stay, we found several alive. I bought bleach and cleaning supplies to at least clean the bathrooms before use. The AC needed some serious maintenance as well, as we could never get the temperature regulated. I hope the owners get some necessary repairs (floor was covered with plywood from a soft spot)
completed and it sprayed for bugs before they let other families stay here.
Aufenthalt von 4 Nächten im Oktober 2024
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Andrew H.
3. Juni 2025
Almost Perfect.. One of the best locations w/ Coastal
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Plenty of parking, amazing location, views and ease of access to the beach. The interior layout is perfect for multiple guest and the large front porch facing the ocean is simply perfect. The only issue is the screws used to hold the planking down on the stairs weren't stainless.. and the second to the last stair wobbled. Our host that paid for this amazing house, being the first one there wrenched his knee carrying luggage|cooler into the house. Swollen and bruised knee.. It made the amazing Charter fishing trip out of Fort Morgan Marina with Cpt Chase on the No Doubt that much more adventurous. But. We had three houses rented on the island this weekend.. and everyone came to us. It simply the best.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
6/10 – Okay
Kay N.
10. Juni 2024
The Porthole
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We've stayed here multiple times over many years, under several different agencies over the years. We love the house, layout, location, amenities, etc. Updates have been appropriate and appreciated. There is one re-occurring problem, that the owner does not seem willing to address. The air conditioner is not adequate to keep the house comfortable. 80 degrees at bedtime in the upstairs bedroom is not acceptable, and may ultimately be a deal breaker for our families. It seems to be a problem each time we stay here, with various reasons provided. The rental agency has addressed our issues well.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
4/10 – Mangelhaft
Kelsi T.
9. Juli 2024
Ehh, not the best experience.
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our stay began roughly, the AC did not work properly, it was miserable. Going to bed with our house at 80 degrees is not ideal after soaking up the sun ALL day long. The dishwasher took several cycles to get the dishes even remotely clean, the dryer blower did not work properly, it took at least 3 cycles to get even a decent dry on our clothes. The home was okay, kinda small. We dealt with maintenance at least 1/2 of our stay which was NOT ideal with the money you pay for these homes. I will say, Coastal View's company was very prompt on our concerns, I was never ignored, and they did address our concerns so that was nice but that was it. I was not looking for a payday or a quick refund by any means but with the amount of issues we had just starting off you'd of thought our family was offered some sort of incentive for our troubles. Like a voucher for dinner somewhere or for some beach tents rented for us for the beach? Idk, just some sort of small nice gesture to maybe help make our stay a little less stressful since it was our vacation. Overall though, it made our family vacation rough, kids were cranky because there was not much room to play, no tv in their room etc. Adults were crabby because our house so hot, even at bedtime, and on top of that having to deal with maintenance throughout our stay. It just was not it.
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Kim D.
29. Nov. 2023
Family Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The location of this house was absolutely perfect!! Neighborhood was quiet and peaceful so if you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy the tranquility while reading a book or just chilling with friends or family, this is a great spot. Everyone at Coastal View Vacations is very helpful and friendly!!
Bewertung von einer Partner-Website
10/10 – Hervorragend
Viginia Charlene S.
25. Okt. 2023
Lovely
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very clean. Stocked with everything you need. Great view of the ocean.5
Verifizierte Bewertung
10/10 – Hervorragend
paul m.
17. Juli 2026
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts
Aufenthalt von 5 Nächten im Mai 2026
Verifizierte Bewertung
8/10 – Gut
Lacey A.
3. Nov. 2025
Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts