The Beach House 9218 Dacus Lane Gulf Shores Alabama 36542 USA http://www.bigbeachhouse.com Phone: +1-251-540-7039 Toll-free: +1-800-659-6004

General Information

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The Beach House an exclusive, informal refuge for couples who want to rediscover peace of mind and each other. It combines old beach house features with modern comforts.

Situated high on sand dunes overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, it rises three stories to give breathtaking views. Outside are tin roofs and the large porches. Inside, you'll find pine, ceramic tile and beaded board. Round timbers rise through the house, like the masts of old sailing ships. Both sunrises and sunset unfold over the sea. To the east is the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge with sand dunes and live oak stretching as far as the eye can see. To the west, The Beach House overlooks an enclave of vacation cottages. The view extends ten miles in each direction, from the nighttime glow of Gulf Shores to historic Fort Morgan at the end of the peninsula.

Each room has pine floors, oriental rugs, private bath, luxury towels, robes and toiletries. Beds have premium mattresses, sumptuous featherbeds, down pillows, luxury linens, and bedside tables with proper reading lamps. Each room features a celing fan, a sea view and candles. Central A/C is used in hot weather.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: luxury rooms and suites
• There are 7 guest accommodations (7 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between $ 185.00 and $ 350.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 185.00 and $ 350.00

Amenities

Meals

• A n amazing breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8:30 - 10:30 AM
• Breakfast is served in the on the porch, Breakfast/dining area
• Additional food services included in room rate: Beer, Snacks (chips, Wine, candy), Non-alcoholic beverage
• Special meals available: By request , with advance notice , Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is (Keep reading!)
  Below are a dozen examples of the breakfasts that will be served during your stay:
  
  1. Blueberry-Cream Cheese French Toast w/Sausage & Fresh
  Fruit.
  2. Baked Apple Pancakes w/ Ham & Fresh Fruit.
  3. Homemade Cheese Biscuits with Tomato & Fresh Basil Gravy (w/ Bacon and Fresh Fruit).
  4. New Orleans Omelette with Homemade Beignets & Fresh Fruit.
  5. Baked Egg Spinach Souffle with Homemade Lemon-Ginger Bread and Fresh Fruit.
  6. Scrambled Egg Burritos with Honey-Pecan Corn Muffins and Fresh Fruit.
  7. Italian Sausage Strata w/ Homemade Pecan/Walnut Sticky Buns and Fresh Fruit.
  8. Cornmeal Waffles w/ Dried Cranberry Butter (w/ Sausage and Fresh Fruit).
  9. Shrimp w/ Dill Wine Sauce over Cheese Grits (w/ Fresh Fruit)
  10.Sausage/Potato/Fresh Herb Fritata w/ Cranberry Walnut Muffins.
  11.Oatmeal, Dried Cherry Scones and Brandied Stewed Fruit.
  12.Fresh Asparagus Quiche and Lemon Poundcake w/Strawberry- Raspberry Sauce.

Policies

• Minimum stay required (3 nights stay)
• Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Outside only)
• Limited accommodations for guest pets (Dogs permitted only in Suites, please call for conditions)
• Accommodations are not suitable for children (Sorry, but many guests come here for a kid-free break.)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Wine, beer, soft drinks, and juices provided.)
• Deposit amount required (50% of room fee.)
• Check in time is 4 PM and Check out time is 11 AM
• Cancellations:
  Deposit fully refunded with 14 days notice.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • Bed & Breakfast Association of Alabama
  • Professional Association of Innkeepers International

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Rambling Beachhouse
• Built in 1994
• Opened for business in 1995
• Parking available

Location

• Geographic region: Gulf Coast
• Location is best described as: Where the beach is still uncrowded., Beachside
  
• Nearest major city: Pensacola (45 miles)
• Directions to property:
  * Take I-65 to Alabama Exit 37 *or* I-10 to Alabama Exit 44 (Gulf Shores Parkway). * Head south, following State 59 to Gulf Shores. * After crossing the State 59 bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway, proceed to the fourth traffic light. * Turn right on State 180 (Fort Morgan Road). * Go approx. 11 miles. After the 10-mile marker, take the next left onto Veterans Road. * Then take the second left onto Dacus Lane. * The Beach House is the third (last) house on the right.
• Directions from airport:
  Pensacola Airport is 1 hour away. Mobile Airport is 1.25 hours away. Fort Walton Beach Airport is 2 hours away. Gulfport/Biloxi Airport is 2 hours away. Call for directions.

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Carol and Russell Shackelford
• The innkeepers speak: English
• There is one dog on the property
• Other pet(s) on the property: Lucy is an small older dog.

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Beach, Casino, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Ferry to Dauphin Island, , Bellingrath Gardens, Water skiing, Fort Morgan , Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ruins, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Deep Sea Fishing, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming