Escape the crowds and discover the perfect beach retreat at Paws & Relax, a newly updated, meticulously maintained home just 20-25 minutes from Gulf Shores but a world away from the hustle and bustle! This charming 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom haven is tucked away on a quiet, dead-end street and offers the ideal combination of relaxation and adventure. Youâll see why our 5-star reviews speak for themselves!
Wake up to the sight of the Gulf and bay from our spacious, covered front porchâyour new favorite spot for sipping coffee and listening to the waves gently roll in. Inside, you'll find two luxurious king suites, each featuring plush memory foam mattresses and private bathrooms. Our third comfortably sleeps up to 4 more guests with a queen bed and twin-over-twin bunks that are custom-built to accommodate adults too!
Grab the beach towels and chairs and load up one of the provided beach carts for a short 150-yard stroll that brings you to the soft, white sands of the beach. After a fun-filled day in the sun, rinse off the salt and sand in the convenient, enclosed outdoor shower, complete with both hot and cold water. Then, fire up the top-of-the-line charcoal grill for a sunset BBQ under the house, where you'll find two picnic tables shaded and ready for an outdoor feast.
The Paws & Relax experience doesnât stop thereâthis family- and dog-friendly home features a gated front porch for the little ones (and pups), a spacious living area with a 75" Roku Smart TV for movie nights, and a fully stocked kitchen, perfect for whipping up everything from breakfast to a beachside dinner.
After a peaceful day at the beach and dinner, wind down with a glass of wine on the front porch, listening to the sounds of the waves and watching the sunset. Whether youâre looking to relax, explore, or simply enjoy some quality family time, Paws & Relax is your perfect home away from home.
The best part? We welcome your furry, canine friends (pet fee applies), so you can truly make it a family vacation.
Key Features:
âąDual King Suites: Each with a king memory foam bed, 55â Smart TV, and granite vanities with step-in showers.
âąThird Bedroom: One queen bed and twin-over-twin custom bunks for both kids and adults, plus a 40â Roku Smart TV and a laptop desk.
âąOutdoor Oasis: Top-of-the-line charcoal grill, two picnic tables, and an enclosed outdoor shower with hot/cold water.
âąFully Equipped Kitchen: All the gadgets for cooking and baking, plus plenty of coffee-making options and dishwashing essentials.
âąBeach Gear: Beach cart, chairs, towels, umbrellas, and sand toys provided for your fun-filled beach days.
âąSpacious Front Porch: Gorgeous Gulf and bay views, plenty of seating, and a gated area for the safety of children and dogs.
âąPet-Friendly: Bring your dog along for the adventure (with a non-refundable fee).
Ready to unwind? Grab your swimsuits and groceriesâyour unforgettable beach getaway awaits!
Separate signed rental agreement and ID required before booking is final. Pet fees must also be paid. Failure to provide these items within 24 hours of booking will result in reservation cancelation. $500 damage deposit due via credit card hold 2 days prior to arrival. Pet friendly for Dogs Only - No other pets allowed due to owner allergies. Please check spam folder for email from pawsvacations/pawsandrelaxalabama
OCCUPANCY
* Guest must be over the age of 25 and present during the entire rental. Guest will submit copy of valid government photo ID to owner at the time rental agreement is signed. Rental agreement must be signed and ID provided within 24 hours of booking. Failure to do so will result in cancelation.
* Guest agrees to abide by all rules and regulations contained herein or posted on the premises related to the Rental Property. The Guest signing the rental agreement must be present for the entire stay. Guests obligations include but are not limited to keeping the premises as clean and safe as the conditions of the premises permit and causing no unsafe or unsanitary conditions in the common area and remainder of the premises that Guest uses. Guests agree not to use the premises for any commercial activities or purpose that violates any criminal law or governmental regulation. Guest's breach of any duty contained in this paragraph shall be considered material and shall result in the termination of guest occupancy with no refund of any kind.
* In no event shall the Rental Property be occupied by more persons than stated on the reservation and rental agreement without prior approval by Owner. Every occupant is counted towards maximum, including infants/children. Absolutely NO parties or events are to be held in the house or on the property without permission of the Owner. Guests are required to be respectful of neighbors at all times. Please respect quiet hours and property boundaries. In no event shall Guests assign or sublet the Rental Property in whole or in part. Violations of these rules are grounds for expedited eviction with no refund of any kind. Guests hereby acknowledge and grant specific permission to Owner to enter premises at any time for inspection purposes should Owner reasonably believe that Guests are causing or have caused any damage to Rental Property. Guest further agrees to grant Owner access to Rental Property for purposes of maintenance and repair. If listed "For Sale", Guests agree to grant access by scheduled appointment upon notification.
* Property will not be accessible by the guest prior to the check-in date/time or after the check-out date/time listed on the agreement without permission of the Owner. Early check-in and/or Late check-out fees will be applicable.
* Door is accessible via an electronic lock. A code will be issued to the Guest within 2 hours before assigned check in time. The code will not be active until check-in time and will expire/deactivate on the check-out date/time assigned.
PAYMENTS
* 50% of total amount due upon booking.
* The remaining balance is due sixty (60) days prior to the check in date and will be automatically billed to the credit card used for the first payment at that time. If this payment fails you will have 7 days to remedy before reservation is canceled. No previous payments will be refunded.
* Payments that are not received by the due date may result in cancelation of the reservation and/or loss of previous payments.
* Payments can be made by credit card, e-check or EFT.
* A $500 security hold will be placed 2 days prior to check in. After booking the host will send the guest the link to complete this authorization. If this hold is denied by your credit card, an alternate $500 security deposit must be made immediately or access to the house will not be granted and no refunds will be issued.
REFUNDS
* Refunds will not be given for delayed check-in or early departures.
* Hurricanes - Refunds are not given unless there is a state/government mandated evacuation. The renter is solely responsible for their decision and safety.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
* There is no daily/weekly housekeeping service included, however it is available for an additional fee.
* Guests are responsible for leaving the house in good condition at check-out. If house is found abnormally dirty or damaged at check-out, you will be subject to additional charges. If beach house is left in a condition that prevents owner from renting to the next scheduled guest, you will be fined the daily rental rate per day, until said house is returned back to its original condition, plus any out of pocket expenses incurred by owner to accommodate the next guests.
* By signing this contract, you acknowledge you must, and accept your duty to, immediately notify owner of any problems, damage, leaks or other issues with the house.
* No refunds will be provided due to inoperable appliances, wifi, cable etc. The Owner will make every reasonable effort to assure that such amenities will be and remain in good working order. No refunds will be given due to power blackouts, water shortage, flooding, construction at adjacent properties, or mandatory evacuations of the area by county officials due to potentially dangerous situations arising from acts of god or nature, including pandemics.
LINENS/TOWELS/SUPPLIES
* Linens and bath towels are provided. At no time are they to be removed from the property.
* Beach towels are also provided. Please shake all sand out of them before bringing inside the house.
* Damage or loss of linens (destruction and unremovable stains due to hair dye, spray tan or makeup, etc) will result in a charge for replacement.
* An initial set-up of trash liners (one per receptacle), dishwasher tablets, bathroom paper and soap is provided. Guests will be responsible for additional paper items and supplies needed during their stay.
* Please do not move indoor furniture unless absolutely necessary to access the sofa bed. No indoor furniture should be moved outside the house at any time. No outdoor furniture is to be used indoors or removed from the porch/property.
* Do not affix anything to the furniture, walls, appliances, doors or trim with any type of adhesive, screws, tacks or nails.
SMOKING
* Absolutely no smoking/vaping of any kind is allowed inside the house. Smoking is allowed on the front porch and under the house/in the driveway provided smoking is not near any open doors or windows and cigarette butts are properly disposed of. Any cigarette butts or damage/odors from smoking found by our cleaning/maintenance staff will incur additional cleaning/damage charges.
OUTDOOR COOKING/GRILLING
* An outdoor charcoal grill is provided at the back of the property. Use of this grill is at your own risk. Do not use lighter fluid. Charcoal starter packs provided. Do not dispose of hot coals in garbage cans.
* No cooking/grilling of any kind is allowed underneath the house or on th
