Close to birdwatching, this smoke-free cottage brings it all within reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 8-minute drive to Alys Beach or the 10-minute drive to Rosemary Beach (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

Spend a day at the beach, relax by the outdoor pool, or sip a drink on the patio of this cottage, which also features a BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and video-game console.

As you settle into this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom rental, you'll find air conditioning and a ceiling fan. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a microwave, cookware, and a blender. And you can even travel light because you'll have a washer/dryer.