Southern Sands 303 | Beachfront Gulf Shores Condo | Walk to The Hangout + Dining

Top rated by guests
Open Living/Dining Areas
Living Room w/ NEW Plank wood wall
Full kitchen w/all black/stainless appliances (stove now flattop)
View of pool area from 303's balcony
The sliding glass doors bring the outdoors in with sun-filled skies, pool & coastline views.
review stars
9.2Outstanding
(46 Ratings)
"Just what we needed. Relaxing quiet beautiful weather. Our condo was eveything that we were looking for, clean, spacious, and quiet."
Elizabeth O.
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9.2 / 10
Outstanding(46 Ratings)

Apartment in West Beach, AL

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this apartment rental

Close to Town; Ultra Low-Density on the Beach; Only 18 Condos!.

Welcome to Southern Sands 303, a beachfront 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in Gulf Shores with Gulf views, a private balcony, an outdoor pool, and one of the most walkable locations on West Beach.

Southern Sands is located just a few buildings west of The Hangout and the center of Gulf Shores, making it easy to leave the car parked and walk to restaurants, shopping, entertainment, ice cream, beach stores, and more.

This low-density beachfront complex has only 18 units, giving guests easy beach access without the feel of a large high-rise resort.

Southern Sands 303 is located on the 3rd floor and offers approximately 1,000 square feet of comfortable vacation space. The private balcony overlooks the beach, Gulf of Mexico, and community pool and includes a bar-height Polywood table and chairs plus a Polywood Adirondack chair.

The condo has received numerous interior updates, including both bathrooms updated in December 2025 and a refreshed living room with a solid wood plank accent wall and upgraded trim. The kitchen features granite countertops, a stainless steel flat-top range, stainless steel dishwasher, over-the-range microwave, refrigerator with ice maker, and USB charging outlets.

The living room includes a 50-inch Ultra HD Smart TV with DirecTV plus access to streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime using your own accounts. A Bluetooth tower speaker is also available.

Sleeping arrangements:

Primary Bedroom:
Queen Nectar mattress with hybrid coils
50-inch Smart TV
USB charging
Private bathroom with whirlpool tub

Bedroom 2:
Two Twin 12-inch Premium Nectar mattresses
50-inch Smart TV
DVD/Blu-ray capability
Bluetooth speaker and USB charging

Living Room:
Queen sleeper sofa with gel-foam mattress

Maximum occupancy is 6 guests.

Southern Sands is directly beachfront and offers an outdoor swimming pool, charcoal BBQ grills, elevator access, and on-site parking.

Parking permits are $42 each, with a maximum of 2 vehicles.

Shared full-size washer and dryer facilities are available on each floor and accept credit/debit cards. Laundry is approximately $3 per cycle.

Wi-Fi is included, and a tap-to-connect Wi-Fi block is located near the front door for easy connection.

Southern Sands is now a completely smoke-free property. Smoking is not allowed inside the condo, on balconies, or elsewhere on the property except in the covered designated smoking area near the BBQ area.

Location is one of the biggest advantages of Southern Sands 303. The complex is located along West Beach Boulevard just west of the main Gulf Shores intersection and is within easy walking distance of The Hangout, Gulf Shores Public Beach, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, ice cream, and local beach stores.

Island Outfitters is directly across the street, with additional food and treats located about half a block away.

For guests searching for a Gulf Shores beachfront condo where you can walk instead of drive everywhere, Southern Sands 303 is an excellent choice.

Important Winter 2026-2027 Elevator Notice:

Southern Sands is scheduled to receive a new elevator installation from approximately late November 2026 through mid-January 2027.

Guests staying during this time should be prepared for the possibility that elevator service may be unavailable during portions of the project. Southern Sands 303 is located on the 3rd floor, so stair access may be required.

Project dates are subject to change based on the condominium association and contractor schedule.

Additional Information:

Electronic thermostat allows cooling to 70 degrees.
The HVAC system disables if the balcony door remains open for more than 5 minutes.
Please do not tamper with the thermostat or HVAC controls. Charges may apply for tampering or resulting service calls.
Smart TV streaming services require guests to use their own accounts.

Monthly stays run from the 1st day of the month through the 1st day of the following month. Monthly rates are not prorated.

Book Southern Sands 303 for your next Gulf Shores getaway and enjoy a beachfront condo with Gulf views, a pool, and an exceptionally walkable location close to The Hangout and downtown Gulf Shores.

Professionally managed by Gulfsands Rentals, providing Gulf Shores, Alabama vacation rentals with local service and support.

Amenities

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.2 / 10
Outstanding(46 Ratings)
8 / 10Excellent·Jun 2026
The condo was a beautiful unit. I would like to have been left more garbage can liners since only one was left for the entire week in the condo. Additionally I would like to have at least two rolls of paper towels and additional toilet paper also. If possible if the condo is being cleaned and ready for someone to check in the same afternoon as someone leaving that morning could the ice maker be left on so that the tenants checking in would have ice available and not have to go out to get ice while the ice maker starts working.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
Just what we needed. Relaxing quiet beautiful weather. Our condo was eveything that we were looking for, clean, spacious, and quiet.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2025
Clean but needs new windows and doorwall
6 / 10Average·Jun 2023
Property is in a great location, has good proximity to the beach. Nice outdoor balcony seating. Now, here’s the constructive comments- Carpet is a wrong choice for a beach property - period. Most of the furniture is way outdated / some is dirty and should be thrown out. (Stained pull out mattress/couch). Would recommend replacing the twin mattresses. Towels were thin/ threadbare. Below average for kitchen appointments… My friends rented the unit unit next door and it was completely updated (for the same price) Look elsewhere, folks I love this complex, but will not stay in this unit again

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FAQs

Is parking included with this apartment?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Southern Sands 303 | Beachfront Gulf Shores Condo | Walk to The Hangout + Dining. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Southern Sands 303 | Beachfront Gulf Shores Condo | Walk to The Hangout + Dining pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Southern Sands 303 | Beachfront Gulf Shores Condo | Walk to The Hangout + Dining?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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