House in Alabama
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
This home, completed in 2006, is situated directly on the ocean along Alabama's coast. It offers vacationers the best there is to enjoy a quiet, relaxed time on the beach. The home was the featured home on HGTV's My Lottery Dream Home Season 1, Episode 9. The home has been specifically designed to cater to all those little things you would have wanted in order to provide for a hassle free time on the beach--including deck chairs, beach towels, and all the basic kitchen amenities.
The home consists of 3 bedrooms ( 1 king, 1 queen, 2 twins). There is also a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. There are 2 baths inside (1 with shower, 1 with tub/shower combo). An outdoor bath and shower is located on the lower deck. It is fully private and has both hot and cold water.
There is a TV located in each bedroom and also in the living room. Wifi is also provided. A DVD player is located in the living room, and a sampling of movies is provided.
The home features open plan living, with the kitchen, living, and dining all composing one large room with a commanding view of the ocean. Dolphins can often been seen right from this room.
Off of this main living area, you will find a large deck overlooking the ocean which is perfect for lounging and watching the waves. Rocking chairs and lounge chairs are provided, along with a picnic table. A portion of the deck is covered, so it can be enjoyed even in the heat of the day. A staircase off of the deck leads you right down to the beach--with no walkways or boardwalks to cross. It is truly beachfront.
Mainstay Cottage is rented on a weekly basis most of the year with turn over days on Saturday only. It is rented on a monthly basis December through February. Check in is 3 pm and check out is 9 am.
The home consists of 3 bedrooms ( 1 king, 1 queen, 2 twins). There is also a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. There are 2 baths inside (1 with shower, 1 with tub/shower combo). An outdoor bath and shower is located on the lower deck. It is fully private and has both hot and cold water.
There is a TV located in each bedroom and also in the living room. Wifi is also provided. A DVD player is located in the living room, and a sampling of movies is provided.
The home features open plan living, with the kitchen, living, and dining all composing one large room with a commanding view of the ocean. Dolphins can often been seen right from this room.
Off of this main living area, you will find a large deck overlooking the ocean which is perfect for lounging and watching the waves. Rocking chairs and lounge chairs are provided, along with a picnic table. A portion of the deck is covered, so it can be enjoyed even in the heat of the day. A staircase off of the deck leads you right down to the beach--with no walkways or boardwalks to cross. It is truly beachfront.
Mainstay Cottage is rented on a weekly basis most of the year with turn over days on Saturday only. It is rented on a monthly basis December through February. Check in is 3 pm and check out is 9 am.
Amenities at As seen on HGTV's My Lottery Dream Home! Gulf front home 3BR/3BA.
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Alabama
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
This is our 4th stay at Mainstay Cottage. It is the best rental at the Gulf Coast. It has the kindest host who is attentive & accommodating. Pete provides everything one could need (fully outfitted kitchen, comfy bedding, several levels of porch sitting with plenty of chairs, beach umbrellas & surf chairs, large covered parking). He is always doing updates & upgrades & you can tell he takes great pride in providing a relaxing, comfortable stay. We don’t leave once we’re unpacked. The views from the porch & the great room/kitchen are stunning. A roomy beach is just steps away.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
We really enjoyed staying here. It is one of the best stocked, clean, comfortable vrbo’s we’ve stayed at in the Gulf area. I would love to return to this property some day.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Our vacation at Mainstay Cottage was phenomenal. Unobstructed, serene views of the Gulf, private beach, wonderfully spacious and clean home, fully stocked kitchen, home just as described - these are just a few of the many things that made our week so special. Stepping out right onto the beach any time we wanted was incredible. We enjoyed long walks along the water, swimming in the Gulf, coffee/tea on the deck, and gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. It was the best, most soul nourishing, time away our family has ever had, one we will remember forever.Pete was a fantastic communicator throughout the entire booking and preparation process. He sent us regular updates as we got closer to the time of our stay and made sure we had everything we needed. He was extremely kind all along. Many thanks again. Mainstay Cottage is a precious gem.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Amazing location and home. Well cared for, thoughtful design, and great amenities. Pete was a great host as well.
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"This is our 4th stay at Mainstay Cottage. It is the best rental at the Gulf Coast. It has the kindest host who is attentive & accommodating. Pete provides everything one could need (fully outfitted ki..."
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