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Howard Ranch - Coastal Beachfront House, Amazing Views, Great for families!!

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Terrace/patio
On the beach
Interior
Fridge, oven, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
LCD TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11142 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • West Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Howard Ranch - Coastal Beachfront House, Amazing Views, Great for families!!

Welcome to Howard Ranch, a touch of Texas in Gulf Shores! Howard Ranch is a coastal 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom beachfront home that overlooks the Gulf of Mexico. Kick-off your shoes and walk straight to the beach or enjoy relaxing on the screened porch! Howard's Ranch is equipped to comfortably sleep 11 people. Each bedroom boasts beautiful water views and is equipped with an LCD TV. Bring a fishing pole and catch dinner in the Gulf and prepare a meal in the fully equipped kitchen. Book your stay at Howard's Ranch today! 

Located in the quiet west beach area of Gulf Shores, Howard Ranch is the perfect place to bring the whole family for a memorable beach vacation! Wake up to the sounds of the waves and enjoy morning coffee on the unique screened porch, or soak up the sun on the sun deck! After a day in the sand and surf, the outdoor shower is a welcome feature!

Inside, this spacious ranch-style beach home boasts beautiful gulf views and sleeping accommodations for up to 11 guests. The open living area features unobstructed gulf views from the wall to wall windows, chic decor, and plenty of comfortable seating to enjoy a movie. A living room sleeper sofa can accommodate 2 guests. The dining area offers seating for 8 with additional seats at the bar. The open kitchen with granite countertops features tons of cabinet space, a selection of cookware and small appliances, as well as the same beautiful gulf views.

Down the hall, the master bedroom features a king bed, TV, Lagoon views, as well as a private bathroom with a walk in shower. Bedroom 2 faces the gulf and sleeps 2 in twin beds and has its own TV. A common hall bathroom features a tub/shower combo. On the other side of the home,  bedroom 3 sleeps 3 in a queen and a twin bed and has a TV and a private bathroom with a walk in shower. Bedroom 4 sleeps 2 in twin beds and has its own TV. A common hall bathroom features a tub/shower combo.

Howard Ranch will feel like home to guests wishing to enjoy a comfortable beach vacation away from the crowds and noise. 

About Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores is well known for its sugary-white sand beaches with sparkling blue water, it's world-class fishing, and it’s great dining and entertainment. Gulf Shores presents a great family environment with something to do for everyone! Whether you prefer taking a bike ride at The Gulf State Park, watching some live music at The Hangout, or having a Go-Kart race at The Track, you are sure to enjoy all of the great things that Gulf Shores has to offer!

Rental Age Policy

We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes.  However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25.  We have no exception to this policy.
Located in the quiet west beach area of Gulf Shores, Howard’s Ranch is the perfect place to bring the whole family for a memorable beach vacation! Wake up to the sounds of the waves and enjoy morning coffee on the unique screened porch, or soak up the sun on the sun deck! After a day in the sand and surf, the outdoor shower is a welcome feature!

Inside, this spacious ranch-style beach home boasts beautiful gulf views and sleeping accommodations for up to 11 guests. The open living area features unobstructed gulf views from the wall to wall windows, chic decor, and plenty of comfortable seating to enjoy a movie. A living room sleeper sofa can accommodate 2 guests. The dining area offers seating for 8 with additional seats at the bar. The open kitchen with granite countertops features tons of cabinet space, a selection of cookware and small appliances, as well as the same beautiful gulf views.

Down the hall, the master bedroom features a king bed, TV, Lagoon views, as well as a private bathroom with a walk in shower. Bedroom 2 faces the gulf and sleeps 2 in twin beds and has its own TV. A common hall bathroom features a tub/shower combo. On the other side of the home,  bedroom 3 sleeps 3 in a queen and a twin bed and has a TV and a private bathroom with a walk in shower. Bedroom 4 sleeps 2 in twin beds and has its own TV. A common hall bathroom features a tub/shower combo.

Howard’s Ranch will feel like home to guests wishing to enjoy a comfortable beach vacation away from the crowds and noise. 

About Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores is well known for its sugary-white sand beaches with sparkling blue water, it's world-class fishing, and it’s great dining and entertainment. Gulf Shores presents a great family environment with something to do for everyone! Whether you prefer taking a bike ride at The Gulf State Park, watching some live music at The Hangout, or having a Go-Kart race at The Track, you are sure to enjoy all of the great things that Gulf Shores has to offer!

Rental Age Policy

We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes.  However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25.  We have no exception to this policy.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from West Beach. Enjoy features like a water park. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 4 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • 6 minutes by car from Gulf Shores Beach and 13 minutes from Gulf State Park
This vacation home offers its guests a water park.

Property manager

Harris Vacations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1533 sq ft (142 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Vrbo Property

Howard Ranch - Coastal Beachfront House, Amazing Views, Great for families!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David C., Lenoir City, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it!
Our family loves this property. It's quiet and private yet close enough to town if you want to venture out. The screened in porch is a plus. The only negatives are the twin mattresses are not very comfortable and we wish there was a board walk over to the beach. However, those things did not stop us from rebooking a 2nd time.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
October at the beach 🏖️
Even though it was for a short 4 days and the weather wasn’t perfect ~ we had the best time! Just the right place to relax and enjoy the sounds and sights of the beach with our family. Our best trip to the beach in a very long time ♥️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Howard’s Ranch
Came with our three adult children and their spouses or significant others. Loved the location and the set up of the house. This was our third time visiting Gulf Shores and was our best vacation yet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Week! Love the House!
Perfect week at the beach! House was just as advertised. Clean and well stocked. Location is great, we had so much beach all to ourselves! Family wants to come back to this same house again next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C., Lenoir City, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
I loved the area. Far enough away from the crowds to have your own little quiet piece of beach. The house was very nice and the beds comfy. I got a very prompt reaponse when I had a question. The only thing I would change is adding a boardwalk to the beach. The dune is a little tough on old bones but we had a fabulous time. We'll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family space
Kitchen and dining table great for large family. Clean and homey! Loved having the four bathrooms for each bedroom! Would have loved a ramp/walkway from deck to at least get over the dune to the beach. But over all not that bad, we haves worse. Just a suggestion.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ethan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for Family
What a great location! We felt very much like we had a private beach! The house had everything we needed to enjoy our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
This house was amazing. Had everything we needed and the things we did need was communicated to us. I do wish it had a dock that went out to the beach but that really wasn’t that big of a deal. It would have made the home an 11 out of 10 though! We would stay here again! Love love love the screened in porch for those rainy days too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and beautiful home.
We stayed for a a week at Howard's Ranch and loved it! The location is a bit remote, but just minutes from restaurants and shopping which was perfect for us. The house is large and spacious and beautifully decorated. Having the screened in porch and a deck was perfect for the cooler days and just hanging out. The only thing I would say is that climbing the dune every day to get to the beach was difficult for my elderly mom. This isn't a good place to take someone that has limited mobility that wants to get on the beach. That said, we loved it and would definitely go there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

jason c., Kentucky

Great location
Great place , a few things could have been addressed to make it better but was really a nice place
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time at Gulf Shored
We had a great time and the property was amazing! Having a screened in porch and another for sunbathing was a nice addition! I’m so glad we chose Howard’s Ranch! Thank you for the ease of check in and the texts during the week to check in on us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

jay w., shreveport, louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach House
Excellent place to stay. Perfect balcony any house. Nice private beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Stay at Howard’s Ranch
We had a great stay at Howard’s Ranch! Plenty of room for our family. Place was so cute and had a great cottage feel! Well stocked with all of the basics you need!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021