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6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
The Rookery is a serene, low-density community located adjacent to the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. It's a popular choice among families due to its excellent amenities, including two pools, a covered gazebo, hot tub, tennis courts, a community grilling area with picnic tables, and close proximity to world-class golf courses. The beach is just a short walk or drive from the beach house. It's a rare find that combines affordability, spaciousness, and great amenities. You can enjoy the tranquility of the area while still being close enough to the attractions and restaurants of Gulf Shores.
The cottage is fully furnished and equipped with everything you need for an enjoyable stay. The master bedroom features a queen bed, the second bedroom has a king-size bed, and the third bedroom offers a full-size bed. Additionally, there's a full-size sofa in the living area that can be used for additional sleeping space if needed. The kitchen is fully equipped with a microwave, dishwasher, and ice maker. The unit also includes a washer and dryer for your convenience. Three streaming smart TVs are available in the unit, along with new fiber internet, perfect for your entertainment.
The Rookery was designed as a quiet resort adjacent to the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. You can play games outside with the kids, go birdwatching, or walk the trail to Mobile Bay. Explore one of the Bon Secour marked trails with your family nearby. Historic Fort Morgan is only six miles away, or take the ferry to Dauphin Island and visit Fort Gaines or the Sea Estuary. Two championship golf courses are within a couple of miles, without the traffic or crowds. A short drive into Gulf Shores allows you to visit Waterville, the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, or The Track, offering amusement park rides and arcade games. Numerous restaurants also await you. Drive up to Foley and visit the Tanger Outlet, a large outlet mall. A marina, boat dock, and local restaurants are nearby. Tennis rackets and beach supplies are provided for your convenience.
For reservations during the Winter Season (January and February) made before October 1st, a minimum stay of 60 days (two months) is required. Reservations that don't meet this criterion are subject to cancellation by management. After October 1st, reservations for the winter months may be made for a minimum of three or seven nights, depending on unit specifications. The Rookery is professionally managed by Poole & Associates.
Additional information: Parking passes are required and can be purchased upon arrival or by contacting the management office directly, with a maximum of two parking passes allowed per reservation, accommodating up to two cars. Linens are provided; however, guests are encouraged to bring their own beach towels. The reservation includes a "starter set" of hand soap, one roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, one trash bag per trash can, and one roll of paper towels.
Guests must be at least 25 years of age or older to rent this property, and photo ID is required at check-in. Smoking is not permitted, and pets are not allowed.
Explore the possibility of monthly "Snowbird" rates available from November through February, designed to make your extended stay even more enticing. The Rookery offers a peaceful retreat where comfort and lasting memories await.
The cottage is fully furnished and equipped with everything you need for an enjoyable stay. The master bedroom features a queen bed, the second bedroom has a king-size bed, and the third bedroom offers a full-size bed. Additionally, there's a full-size sofa in the living area that can be used for additional sleeping space if needed. The kitchen is fully equipped with a microwave, dishwasher, and ice maker. The unit also includes a washer and dryer for your convenience. Three streaming smart TVs are available in the unit, along with new fiber internet, perfect for your entertainment.
The Rookery was designed as a quiet resort adjacent to the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. You can play games outside with the kids, go birdwatching, or walk the trail to Mobile Bay. Explore one of the Bon Secour marked trails with your family nearby. Historic Fort Morgan is only six miles away, or take the ferry to Dauphin Island and visit Fort Gaines or the Sea Estuary. Two championship golf courses are within a couple of miles, without the traffic or crowds. A short drive into Gulf Shores allows you to visit Waterville, the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, or The Track, offering amusement park rides and arcade games. Numerous restaurants also await you. Drive up to Foley and visit the Tanger Outlet, a large outlet mall. A marina, boat dock, and local restaurants are nearby. Tennis rackets and beach supplies are provided for your convenience.
For reservations during the Winter Season (January and February) made before October 1st, a minimum stay of 60 days (two months) is required. Reservations that don't meet this criterion are subject to cancellation by management. After October 1st, reservations for the winter months may be made for a minimum of three or seven nights, depending on unit specifications. The Rookery is professionally managed by Poole & Associates.
Additional information: Parking passes are required and can be purchased upon arrival or by contacting the management office directly, with a maximum of two parking passes allowed per reservation, accommodating up to two cars. Linens are provided; however, guests are encouraged to bring their own beach towels. The reservation includes a "starter set" of hand soap, one roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, one trash bag per trash can, and one roll of paper towels.
Guests must be at least 25 years of age or older to rent this property, and photo ID is required at check-in. Smoking is not permitted, and pets are not allowed.
Explore the possibility of monthly "Snowbird" rates available from November through February, designed to make your extended stay even more enticing. The Rookery offers a peaceful retreat where comfort and lasting memories await.
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Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsThe property was clean, quiet, and comfortable, with convenient pool access and proximity to the beach. Guests enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and nearby amenities.
8 / 10Excellent·Jun 2024
The property was very nice. Only issue was the very HARD WATER .
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2024
Property was nice and worked well for our stay. The neighborhood was fairly quiet though you could hear some of the traffic noise from the hwy if you were outside. This is actually a duplex unit which isn’t obvious from the pictures though the other units entrance is on the other side of the house so it felt private and we never heard anything from the adjacent unit.
There is a small pond behind the house with a “don’t feed the alligators” sign but we never saw any. Just some turtles and birds.
The pool shown in pictures is actually a community pool (there is another bigger one in the center of the development). It is right adjacent to the unit so privacy/noise could be an issue in the warmer months when more people use it. It was too chilly when we were there to swim.
The king size bed is not in the room with the master bath, though it does have a connecting door to the main bathroom. The beds were comfortable though one of them squeaked a lot when used.
Kitchen cabinets/countertop are starting to show a little bit of wear. Had adequate cooking supplies.
Fort Morgan is a 20 min drive from downtown Gulf shores.
The unit doesn’t come with extra TP/paper towels/laundry soap so you will have to purchase your own. There were a few spices provided but no condiments etc in the fridge to use so plan accordingly. There are a few sand toys provided.
There is public access/parking to the beach a very short drive away but it isn’t really walkable from the unit.
8 / 10Excellent·Aug 2023
Everything presented online was spot on. The only issue we had was the dryer was broken. That was kind of a big deal to me. We needed to wash and dry baseball uniforms as we were there for a week long baseball tournament. I was very impressed with the communication from the property staff prior to our arrival. Check in and out process was seamless. The house was clean and tidy and met our expectations. Should have been.a 5 star review, but the lack of a dryer has me giving 4 stars instead.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2023
the house is in a quiet area. inside the house clean and tidy. the beach is 5 minutes away but if you have small children to go to the gulf shores area it takes you 25 to 35 minutes to get to that area. There is only one gas station 15 minutes away. Walmart is 40 minutes away. I recommend that you bring your shampoo because they only provide one bar of soap. also no hair dryer. the kitchen is well equipped with pots and a little scratched from teflon. The pool, the water was super hot, it's understandable because it was super hot when we went, but in reality, if you don't like boiling water, you're not going to get in. I never saw people inside. the mattresses are a bit soft you sink into them your back hurts the next day.
Is a great place but to far away for the entertainment.
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8.8Excellent
(52 Ratings)
The property was clean, quiet, and comfortable, with convenient pool access and proximity to the beach. Guests enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and nearby amenities.
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