Welcome to Castaways 5A, a beautifully updated Gulf-front condo in the heart of Gulf Shores—just steps from the beach and walking distance to popular restaurants, shops, and attractions like The Hangout, Sea-N-Suds, Parlor Doughnuts, and the Original Oyster House Boardwalk. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo features a private balcony with stunning ocean views, soft coastal décor, floor-to-ceiling windows, a fully equipped kitchen, and a full-size washer and dryer. Enjoy direct beach access, a Gulf-front pool (heated seasonally), BBQ area, and free WiFi. Castaways 5A is an updated building and condo, convenient parking, and a prime location near everything from Waterville USA to Gulf State Park, Castaways 5A is your perfect home base for a relaxing and unforgettable beach getaway.
LOCATION 9 min walk to Sunliner Diner 10 min walk to De Soto’s Seafood Kitchen 3 min drive to Waterville USA 6 min walk to Pink Pony Pub 3 min walk to Gulf Island Grill 6 min drive to Gulf Shores Golf Club 5 min walk to Hangout Music Festival/ Sand In My Boots 5 min drive to Gulf State Park
LIVING ROOM & KITCHEN The living room features soft coastal décor that brings the beach vibes indoors, creating a calm and inviting space to unwind. Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase stunning views of the sparkling Gulf of Mexico and open to your private Gulf-front balcony. Relax with a movie on the flat-screen TV or enjoy the sea breeze just steps away. The fully equipped, updated kitchen has everything you need to prepare a classic Southern seafood meal, with seating for four at the dining table and four barstools at the kitchen counter. For added convenience, the unit also includes a full-size washer and dryer.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS This condo participates in our Fresh Bed Program which provides freshly laundered coverlets with each new arrival. These coverlets provide a lightweight and comfortable sleeping experience, no matter the season.
The spacious primary bedroom features a king-size bed, private en-suite bathroom with his and hers sinks and a walk-in shower, plus private access to the Gulf-facing balcony—perfect for enjoying morning coffee with a view. The second bedroom offers a comfortable queen bed, while the third bedroom is ideal for kids or extra guests with two twin beds. A shared guest bathroom includes a tub/shower combo, providing convenience and comfort for everyone.
PARKING 2 vehicles maximum allowed. Parking passes will be in your condo when you arrive.
PETS No pets are permitted on this property.
RECENT UPDATES Both Condo 5A and the entire Castaways complex have undergone significant updates. Inside the condo, the owners have added a new washer, dryer, refrigerator, stove, and dishwasher (2023), fully remodeled both bathrooms, repainted the living/dining areas and master bedroom, and updated furniture throughout—including the balcony (2024). In 2025, the entire Castaways property received a full exterior refresh, including new paint on all walls, balconies, and stairways. The pool area has also been renovated, with repairs and a new ramp for easy access from the pool to the beach. These improvements make Castaways 5A better than ever.
AMENITIES Castaways has everything you need for a perfect beachside escape. Enjoy direct beachfront access and a Gulf-front, partially covered outdoor pool—heated during November–December and March–April. Relax on your private balcony with stunning ocean views or fire up the on-site BBQs. This condo includes free WiFi, and the beach is just steps away. All that’s missing is you!
NEIGHBORHOOD Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, this beachfront condo offers the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. Just steps from the main intersection, you’ll be within easy walking distance to some of the area’s most loved spots. Take a stroll down the beach to Sea-N-Suds for fresh oysters and a shrimp sandwich you won’t forget. Craving something sweet? Don’t miss Parlor Doughnuts, just around the corner—perfect for a morning treat or afternoon pick-me-up. For souvenirs, head over to Alvin’s Island, and for a classic coastal experience, visit the Original Oyster House Boardwalk, where you’ll find great seafood, unique shops, and beautiful views of the bay.
Families will love The Hangout, where kids can play in the sand while adults enjoy drinks and live music—or join in on the fun with a Pirates and Princesses Breakfast. Outdoor lovers will appreciate the nearby Gulf State Park, as well as opportunities for scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, and eco-tours. For even more excitement, check out The Park at OWA, or catch a match at the Orange Beach Tennis Center. Whether you're here for the sugar-white sand, family fun, or unbeatable local eats, Castaways puts you right in the middle of it all.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE Monthly rentals are available from November to March 1st. This is a non-smoking condo. Must be 25 years of age to rent.
During the spring break season, between the dates of March 1 through April 30 of each year, the person booking the reservation must be 25 years of age or older and must be present to physically check in at our office with your government issued ID present.
Bedding: Primary: King Bedroom 2: Queen Bedroom 3: 2 Twins
327 East Beach Blvd.
Servicios en la propiedad
Playa
En la playa
Piscina/spa
Piscina climatizada
Piscina compartida
Internet
Disponible en el condominio: wifi gratis
Aparcamiento y servicios de transporte
Aparcamiento en las instalaciones
Cocina
Cafetera y tetera
Frigorífico
Horno
Lavavajillas
Microondas
Placa de cocina
Tostadora
Vajilla y utensilios de cocina
Restaurante
Mesa de comedor
Dormitorios
3 dormitorios
Se proporcionan sábanas
Baño
2 baños privados
Se proporcionan toallas
Zonas comunes
Mesa de comedor
Sala de estar
Entretenimiento
Reproductor de DVD
Televisión con canales por cable o satélite
Zonas al aire libre
Balcón
Parrilla de barbacoa
Servicios de lavandería
Lavadora
Lavandería
Confort
Aire acondicionado
Calefacción
Mascotas
No se admiten mascotas
Características especiales/accesibilidad
Ascensor
Alojamiento libre de humo
Servicios e instalaciones
Plancha o tabla de planchar
Actividades
Piscina climatizada
Medidas de seguridad
No se ha indicado si hay detector de monóxido de carbono (el propietario no ha indicado si hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en el alojamiento; te recomendamos traer un detector portátil)
Detector de humo (el propietario ha indicado que hay un detector de humo en el alojamiento)
Recibirás un correo electrónico del anfitrión con las instrucciones para hacer el check-in y el check-out.
La información proporcionada por la propiedad podría estar traducida con herramientas de traducción automática.
Mascotas
No se aceptan mascotas
Niños y camas adicionales
Los niños son bienvenidos.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
Información importante
Importante
Puede aplicarse un cargo por cada persona adicional, según la política de la propiedad.
Es posible que se solicite un documento de identidad con foto emitido por las autoridades gubernamentales, y una tarjeta de crédito, débito o depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto.
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden conllevar cargos adicionales.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
El anfitrión no indicó si hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad, por lo que se recomienda llevar uno portátil
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad
Las medidas de seguridad de la propiedad incluyen extintor de incendios
Vrbo, nuestro sitio asociado, administra este hospedaje. Recibirás un correo electrónico de Vrbo con un enlace que te llevará a tu cuenta de Vrbo, donde podrás cambiar o cancelar tu reservación.
Información de la zona
Este condominio se encuentra en la playa, en Gulf Shores. Aquellos que deseen ir de compras pueden visitar Parque temático The Wharf y Tanger Outlet Center (centro de saldos), mientras que quienes quieran apreciar la belleza natural del área pueden ir a Gulf Shores Beach (playa) y Gulf State Park (parque). También vale la pena conocer Parque temático The Park at OWA y Shrimpy's Grill and Golf. Visitar nuestra guía de viaje de Gulf Shores
Sí, hay piscina en la propiedad. Podrás disfrutar de piscinas climatizadas.
¿Castaways 5A- 3BR | Sleeps 6 acepta mascotas?
No, la propiedad no acepta mascotas.
¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en Castaways 5A- 3BR | Sleeps 6?
Hay estacionamiento disponible en la propiedad.
¿A qué hora es el check-in en Castaways 5A- 3BR | Sleeps 6?
Hora de inicio de check-in: 16:00.
¿A qué hora es el check-out en Castaways 5A- 3BR | Sleeps 6?
Check-out: 10:00.
¿Dónde se encuentra Castaways 5A- 3BR | Sleeps 6?
En la playa, este condominio de Gulf Shores se encuentra a 10 minutos a pie de Wade Ward Nature Park y Gulf Shores Beach (playa). Gulf State Park (parque) y Orange Beach Beaches también se encuentran a 3 km.
Opiniones de Castaways 5A- 3BR | Sleeps 6
Opiniones
Bueno
Todas las opiniones que se muestran provienen de experiencias de huéspedes reales. Solo las personas que han reservado una estadía con nosotros pueden enviar su opinión. Verificamos las opiniones con base en nuestras pautas y las publicamos todas, tanto positivas como negativas.
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Family Vacay
We had a blast. Rental was as described. Check in was easy, just delayed an hour.
Heather L.
Se hospedó 4 noches en julio de 2025
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Brandon M.
21 may. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Hangout
It was great
Brandon M.
Se hospedó 4 noches en mayo de 2024
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
deborah b.
26 jul. 2019
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great condo, elavator not so much!
Condo was great, well stocked, plenty of room, clean,location good ,very close( within walking distance) of restaurants, stores, we really loved staying here first time, my only complaint was the elavator got stuck between floors several times a day, the day we checked out it was down completely, we had to carry all our bags and luggage down 5 flights of stairs in 86 degree weather which was rough on me and my husband, my advice, get elavator fixed!
deborah b.
Se hospedó 7 noches en junio de 2019
Opinión verificada
4/10 Mala
Jason S.
26 abr. 2025
Le gustó: Ubicación
No le gustó: Veracidad del anuncio
Maintaining Management's Stupid Decisions
We chose the quite little condo to be away from the larger hotels with crowds. Woke up Sunday morning and the coffee pot didn’t work. I called management and they said someone would be out to replaced it. They did, Monday around 11 am. We started our vacation off good other than the coffee. I had my kids and they each brought a friend. After the 2nd day it was a lot to bring everything up and down everyday. It was a small and what seemed very homely property. Wednesday afternoon we came back from the beach we thought it would be safe to put our stuff in the garage areas where all the owner have outside storage container. We left our stuff there and did the same thing on Thursday also. Friday morning we go to get our stuff and it is ALL completely gone. We are taking about EVERYTHING.3-beach chairs (2) Dicks sporting good foldout rockers)2-skim boards 1-Brand new beach dart set1-Brand new volleyball2-Brand new Noodles 4-Boggie boards 1-Brand New large portable badminton set1-Brand new Beach Paddle Board setAfter walking around freaking out I found a person that worked there and was told that the maintenance man that’s has been coming every single morning had put ALL that stuff beside a “lost and found” box that had mostly toddler beach toys in it because he thought the owners just up and left ALL THAT STUFF. He said that supposedly the tenants had taken all my stuff in 2 hrs from the “lost and found” The HOA said NOT 1 of the cameras showed anyone taking anything.
Jason S.
Se hospedó 7 noches en abril de 2025
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Carrie F.
10 oct. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Relaxation.
This vacation was planned in the very last minute, we were supposed to go to Florida. But Hurricane Ian change that very quick. I needed somewhere to go with the family very quick. Multiple people suggested golf Shores. And boy was I happy they suggested golf Shores. Our condo was absolutely amazing. Right in the heart of golf Shores, restaurants, stores, everything was within walking distance. The beach was absolutely mesmerizing. We sat out on our balcony every morning with our coffee, watching the sunrise and the dolphins swimming. And at night sat on the balcony with our cocktail watching the sunset. The kitchen is very very well stocked with everything you’ll need. Bedroom is very spacious. The only negative thing I can possibly say is, a new paint job would be nice. But I have no complaints at all. We will definitely be coming back!
Carrie F.
Se hospedó 7 noches en octubre de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Lisa P.
30 jul. 2021
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great vacation
Plenty of room, very clean. Great location. We had a terrific time and would highly recommend this condo.
Lisa P.
Se hospedó 6 noches en julio de 2021
Opinión verificada
2/10 Terrible
Jennifer R.
14 jun. 2021
Le gustó: Check-in, ubicación
No le gustó: Limpieza
Mildew everywhere
There was mildew everywhere to include the walls, ceiling, lamp shades, closet doors. My spouse and I were sick with allergies the entire time which magically cleared up after our departure. Would not recommend spending this type of money on such a crappy unit.
Jennifer R.
Se hospedó 4 noches en junio de 2021
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Connie B.
14 jun. 2021
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great location
The condo is always clean and comfortable, close to shopping and dining. And best of all right on the beach!
Connie B.
Se hospedó 4 noches en junio de 2021
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Christina G.
12 may. 2021
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Enjoyed our stay
The location is great! This building and the surrounding ones are not huge. Our section of the beach was very pleasant and not crowded. It was easy to walk to the Hangout and Sea n Suds. Just know that this an older building with a small pool and only one hose for rinsing off sand. Having a shaded section of pool and tables under cover is nice. There are steps to get to the beach so it makes using a cart difficult. The elevator was replaced in the fall, so no problems with that! Our unit was large with plenty of space for 3 adults and 2 teens. Lots of closet space with hangers. I loved the balcony with access from the living room and the master bedroom. The mattress in the master needs to be replaced. There was a big uncomfortable dent on my side. The dishwasher is old, so dishes need rinsing off first. The kitchen was well stocked! Couches were nice and comfortable. Dining table was quite scratched up. The parking lot spaces are very tight. It's manageable IF other people park correctly.
Christina G.
Se hospedó 4 noches en mayo de 2021
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Connie B.
18 ago. 2020
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, ubicación
Castaways 5A
Overall the condo was very nice, washing machine and dish washer need updating but other than that the unit was clean and comfortable.
Connie B.
Se hospedó 4 noches en julio de 2020
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Perri L.
10 jul. 2020
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great condo and location
The condo was exactly as the listing described. The beach is beautiful. The condo is in walking distance to restaurants and shopping. This was a great place to get away and enjoy family and beach time!
Perri L.
Se hospedó 3 noches en junio de 2020
Opinión verificada
4/10 Mala
Bob R.
17 jun. 2020
Le gustó: Check-in, comunicación, ubicación
No le gustó: Limpieza, veracidad del anuncio
Sorry
Why have an elevator if it dose not work? Sad. Blood stains couch. Was not worth the money never again at castaways.
Bob R.
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Kelli B.
10 jun. 2020
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great location
Great location beautiful views. Awesome pool area with shaded parts when the sun is too much but you don't want to go inside. The code wasn't sent when we arrived yet but a quick call and it was quickly remedied. Excellent communication and really nice lady who manages the building. You will have a great trip :)
Kelli B.
Se hospedó 4 noches en mayo de 2020
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Patricia O.
25 jul. 2018
It had all that we needed
Parking was difficult, very tight spaces. Nice pool. Condo clean. Great views!!
Patricia O.
Se hospedó 6 noches en julio de 2018
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Cliente verificado
24 jun. 2018
Large and spacious for 5 people. Master bedroom was large. Mattress could have used an upgrade
I enjoyed staying at the castaways. It was really nice. The unit was very spacious and clean. The only complaints I had were the people above us the last two days we were there was really loud. They banged around until probably 2 a.m. Then the elevator smelled like someone peed in it the last 3 days of our stay. Child or adult? Who knows? If you have a large vehicle the parking spaces are tight. Other than that as I said before it was enjoyable.
Cliente verificado
Se hospedó 5 noches en junio de 2018
Opinión archivada
8/10 Buena
B A.
16 jul. 2017
wonderful week
we had a great time enjoying this cozy condo. with a beautiful view. great location to restaurants and shopping, and uncrowded beach. The building was a bit dated - but our individual condo was clean - nice - and well furnished.
B A.
Se hospedó 5 noches en junio de 2017
Opinión archivada
6/10 Aceptable
April B.
20 jun. 2017
Nice
Kitchen fully stocked. Nice size rooms. Smooth layout. l love the closeness to the beach! Balcony was well furnished but would have loved for it to be a tad bigger. Beach population was pleasant, not over crowded but enough to socialize if desired.
April B.
Se hospedó 3 noches en junio de 2017
Opinión archivada
8/10 Buena
Susan W.
7 jul. 2016
Great location!
The location is in walking distance to restaurants, souvenir shops, the Hangout. The beach in front of our condo was not crowded, loved that! Condo was layed out well. Very quiet. Would definately stay there again.