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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Outdoor dining
Dining
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪78 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

When you stay at this vacation home in Gulf Shores, you'll be on the beach, a 1-minute drive from Fort Morgan Beach and 9 minutes from Fort Morgan. .This beach vacation home is 17.9 mi (28.7 km) from Gulf State Park and 20.7 mi (33.3 km) from Gulf Shores Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Edith Hammock - 7 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 7 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Fort Morgan - 10 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar @ The Beach Club - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachfront | Pet Friendly | Renovated Coastal Cottage

Twenty Three Tortugas – Beachfront | Pet Friendly | Renovated Coastal Cottage

Welcome to Twenty Three Tortugas, a beautifully renovated beachfront escape in Fort Morgan, Alabama, professionally managed by Harris Vacations. Set directly on the sugar white sands of the Gulf Coast, this charming three bedroom cottage offers sweeping Gulf views, fresh coastal interiors, and space for up to nine guests. Ideal for families or small groups, this pet friendly retreat combines relaxed beach living with thoughtful upgrades and the peaceful, uncrowded setting Fort Morgan is known for.

Outdoor Living
- Direct beachfront access to the Gulf of Mexico
- Covered front porch with comfortable seating for shaded relaxation
- Open sun deck perfect for lounging and soaking up coastal sunshine
- Rear covered deck with rocking chairs and views toward Mobile Bay
- Charcoal grill for outdoor cooking
- Enclosed outdoor shower for easy beach clean up
- Covered parking available and additional parking in the driveway
- Pet friendly accommodations for up to two dogs (40 lb limit, additional fees apply)

Indoor Comforts
Step inside Twenty Three Tortugas to discover a bright, open concept living space designed for comfort and connection, where large windows fill the home with natural light and frame stunning, uninterrupted Gulf views. Plush seating creates an inviting place to unwind after a day on the beach, while the fully updated kitchen features modern countertops, stainless appliances, and generous prep space, along with both a dining table and island for easy gathering at mealtime. Thoughtful additions like a spacious laundry room with an extra refrigerator and sink enhance convenience for longer stays. Each bedroom is carefully designed to offer comfort and privacy, all while maintaining the relaxed coastal charm that defines this beachfront retreat.

Sleeping Arrangements
- Primary Bedroom: King bed, private bathroom, Gulf views, sitting area, television
- Bedroom 2: King bed plus twin over full bunk bed, Gulf views, sitting area, television
- Bedroom 3: Queen bed, television, shared hall bathroom

Whether you are spending your days walking along the shoreline, watching unforgettable Fort Morgan sunsets, or simply relaxing on the deck with the sound of the waves, Twenty Three Tortugas delivers a true Gulf Coast experience.

Book your stay with Harris Vacations and discover why this beachfront gem will have you returning year after year.

Rental Age Policy
We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.

RISK
Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guests agree to exercise extreme caution at all times; for more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free vacation home features books and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Sweet Dream Baby Harris Properties House Gulf Shores
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Sweet Dream Baby Harris Properties Gulf Shores
Sweet Dream Baby Harris Properties
Private vacation home Sweet Dream Baby by Harris Properties
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Beachfront | Pet Friendly | Renovated Coastal Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home and property were beautiful and well maintained. The kitchen had anything you would need. The Harris Property Management rental team were excellent and someone was always available to answer calls. We enjoyed our stay so much that before our week was over we called and rented 23 Tortugas to return in 2027.Thank you Brian for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was perfect!! This is the best house we have ever visited and would highly recommend. Clean, just as pictured. Host was fabulous!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was beautiful & clean; exactly how it looked in the pictures. And we got to see dauphins playing in the water from the back deck as soon as we got there. Absolutely nothing to complain about other than the fact that we had to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajaleigh O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house

The House was clean and well supplied, it was beautiful and has a great patio. It was a beach front and we had the best stay. Thank you !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House!

House was beautifully decorated and very clean. Loved that the deck was closed in so that our fur babies could roam out there safely. The kitchen was fully stocked, which was nice and plenty of towels and bed linens. Would stay here again for sure! Had our first family vacation to start our tradition.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

This property was great for us. Right on the beach, clean and comfortable beds. The only thing i was unsure ofI think its listed as a screened in porch and it was not. This made the bugs really bad. But that was the only issue that wasnt big at all. Will look into staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect beach vacation

This house has all the amenities and right on the beach! We will definitely come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vaca

Great house! Beautiful beach! Dog friendly! We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Great location on the beach, and very well appointed. Everything you need for a very memorable vacation. Would strongly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience.

Had some confusion prior to arrival regarding our pets with the pet agreement, but that was easy to iron out with the property company. Then noticed in a text that although our check in was at 4pm they said they couldn’t guarantee the house would be ready by 4. Caused a little anxiety as we had been traveling for about 12 hours, but it was ready when we got there. Maybe leave that out and personally notify of individual delays. House was gorgeous, view was amazing, beach was perfect! We traveled with our dogs and they loved the gate-secured deck! But we noticed occasionally that clumps of hair from a precious visitor (seemed like a wire haired dog) would churn up from around some of the decorations on the floor. Not a big deal to us because we’re dog people, but could be for someone who doesn’t care for dogs or pet hair. Overall fantastic stay! Everything worked as it should! Plenty of extra blankets and more the ample closet and storage to unpack! Access to the beach was top notch! The little visitor guide was super helpful and a very nice touch! This place could be someone’s home away from home for sure! Loved the wash station on the deck, super convenient! Everything seemed very well thought out for guests. We’d definitely try to book Twenty Three Tortugas again! Caution to future guests, if it’s foggy, be very careful pulling out onto the main road! I didn’t know fog would be so thick some days so be careful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

23 Tortugas!

Less than thirty steps to the beach. Creative and charming interior. We have visited everywhere from St George to Dauphin Island, and this property is in our top five. We'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Nothing Beats Fort Morgan Beach

Property was as described. We were literally steps away from the beach. Enjoyed having morning coffee & eating meals on the outside deck overlooking the Gulf. We we're far enough away from all the touristy crap and congestion in Gulf Shores, but still close enough to hit FloraBama and do some shopping. The weather was incredible and the beach immaulate!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Surprised

For how much money this cost we were very surprised of the condition that the property was in. The rental company was not fun to deal with. They even ask if we could help them out from the storm which I was happy to do. And asked if we wanted to stay an extra day at a discounted price since the new people were not arriving the day we were leaving. But when we ask to have an hour late check out they said oh NO we have to clean for the next people, but they offered us another days stay so no one was coming that day any way. Figure that one out, and I have this on text message from them. Well the Ocean view there was super nice! You might want to try VACASA RENTALS that was are next stop and it was First Class all the way! Harris Properties is lacking in all aspects especially in customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

Rental process was easy, house was clean and served our needs quite well. We originally were having my step moms dog with us but unfortunately she had to put her down a few months before our trip. The management company promptly removed the pet fee from our invoice. It was nice to have them so responsive and caring during that difficult time. Check in and out was simple. Very good experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Seena M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gem

We loved this house and it was a nice surprise that it already had some sand toys and stuff. We left things for the next family. The beach area is great for pics and we saw tons of dolphins and wildlife!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Amazing experience. Will be back again soon
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time in Gulf Shores!

Good time! Enjoyed the white sandy beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

Perfect right on beach. Quiet and private

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grand Lake Pondo Posse

We had a blast and will return again!

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach time

We had a fabulous time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Tracey P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overpriced

This house needs some serious rehabbing for the prices it charges. Master bathroom shower was so broken I was afraid to cut my feet. Coffee maker was rusted. Steps to the beach were falling apart. Main living area which was newly rehabbed was nice. But the bathrooms need serious updating
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

We love fort Morgan and this was a top notch property right on the beach. We were sad to leave, but our puppies may have been even sadder! Beautiful home.

8/10 Good

Lancey A.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was a great time with family. There was a lot of sand in tubs and real dusty but I didn't mind.

Will recommend and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Baby moon 🐚

We have never stayed At a beach house before and it was awesome! Loved love loved our private beach and the sand dunes in the back made great maternity pictures. The house is big enough for 10 comfortably and has a great layout. Only thing that I would change is to update the bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Ashley W.

Perfect location

We enjoyed our stay. The beach access was perfect. The house itself is in need of some updates. Mainly the master bath. It was clean enough but felt dirty due to the tiles that need repainting. The house didn’t smell clean (I think it was the couch) The flooring in the house looked new, and was nice. The stairs off the deck were new. Despite the bathroom and the not so fresh smell, I would consider staying here again due to the location and the size and layout of the house. I do have a few recommendations. First, more towels. Second, sheets on all beds. The trundle bed did not have sheets and I could not find any for it. My daughter later found them wrapped up on top of the bunk bed in the other room. My son didn’t mind thankfully. For those that want to stay here and plan to cook: there are plenty of plates, utensils, baking sheets, pans, etc. you will need to bring everything else. Salt, pepper, aluminum foil, pan spray and even dish soap and a scrub brush for washing. None of this was there. Overall, it was an A+ for proximity to the beach. C for cleanliness. Not luxurious, but fine.