Gulf Shores Seawind 703, Gulf Shores, Alabama Vacation Rental by Owner

The condo is in a great location! Close to a few restaurants, a market across the street, and quick access to the main stretch of shops, restaurants, ice cream, etc. The inside of the condo is nicely decorated, well kept and clean, beds were comfortable. Upon our arrival, we had a minor issue with the vent cover of the microwave coming off, I emailed and within minutes Shelly responded and offered for their handyman to fix it if we wanted it fixed (it was not causing a problem for the microwave to work). The balcony was awesome, I chose this due to the comfortable seating on the balcony. The beach is beautiful and it was nice to have Sea and Suds so close to grab lunch or a drink on the beach! I would say the only things that could be improved is having beach towels available and more regular towels in general. I was a little disappointed in the pool area, it is rather small and doesn’t look as though it’s been updated in awhile. But my kiddos were happy and enjoyed the smaller kiddie pool which we were able to sit in (it’s 2 feet and larger than the regular pool). Aside from these very minor issues, it is a great place and we would return!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Melissa, I sincerely appreciated your eyes on our property and your communication upon arrival. Thank you for choosing our property for your beach vacation and sharing your Salt Air experience with us. It was a pleasure hosting you and yours.

I brought my daughter and a couple of her friends for a week after graduation. The Condo was perfect, plenty of space and storage, all the basics you need, all the appliances and air conditioning worked great. The view and location were amazing. I really enjoyed being able to walk a few feet for a nice meal at sea and suds or across the street to a small grocery market. The condo was spotless upon arrival and decorated beautifully. We will definitely be back on our next vacation.

Shelly Parks's reply:

Sheri, this warms my heart that lifetime memories were made in Gulf Shores Seawind 703! Thank you for your feedback. I feel so blessed to have cleaners who are so meticulous and dedicated. They are a rare gem and I consider them the backbone to my small business. I will certainly pass along those accolades and bonus them for a job well done. Congrats to the graduates! Looking forward to hosting you again in the future. ~Shelly

We keep coming back to this property because of the location, the condition and the price, but primarily because the owners are so wonderful to work with! Another relaxing trip to Gulf Shores! We will be back!

Shelly Parks's reply:

We love hosting y'all! Thank you again for choosing Seawind 703 for your beach vacation! Till the next time, the beach is waiting!

I've been coming to gulf shores every year for 7 years and Shelly was by far the best host I've ever had. She is very accommodating, understanding and kind. She is easy to get ahold of and checks in to make sure every thing is going well. The condo is great. It was well equipped and clean. I have zero complaints on anything. I highly recommend and I will definitely be returning. Thank you again, shelly!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Chelsea, thank you for your kind words & choosing a Veteran Owned small business for your family's beach vacation to beautiful Gulf Shores. There are many lodging choices & I strive to stand out with southern hospitality. I truly enjoy hosting our guests and treat others how I wish to be treated. May the salt air memories fill your souls in every tomorrow. Looking forward to hosting y'all again in 2024.

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely condo with us! We enjoyed our much needed fall vacation. The couch on the balcony quickly became my favorite spot for a nap. The condo is well appointed with everything you could possibly need. It is in a perfect location with a wonderful view, especially for the sunrise. Shelly was great with communication! We are already planning to come back!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Dear Lore Family, It was my sincere pleasure. Your review truly makes my heart sing. I strive to present our condo as a relaxing home away from home experience opposed to a just a beach destination. Thank you so much for taking your time to share what you loved about our property. Looking forward to hosting you again in the future. Please personally reach out to me for area recommendations and suggestions for your particular time frame. Wishing you and yours a joyous, healthy and safe holiday season.

We stayed here over Veterans Day weekend and you can’t beat the location or the condo it was very clean and had everything we needed. There’s a great view of the sunrise each morning from the balcony and you can see far down the beach as well. It’s very close to the local restaurants and a great place to stay. We will definitely be staying here again soon!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Dear McNeal family, It was a pleasure hosting y'all over Veteran's Day weekend.. I wholeheartedly agree with you that the sunrise is spectacular. I am always in such awe of that every day and each season is to witness something new. Waking up to the crisp Salt Air with a perfect unobstructed clear view of a vibrant Sunrise coming up over the Pier with the waves rolling is one of the most quintessential ways to start one's day; especially during daylight savings time. "You can shake the sand from your shoes, but it will never leave your soul". Looking forward to hosting your next Gulf Shores vacation.

Long weekend getaway and the condo had everything we needed as always! Great location, well stocked, clean and awesome owners! We are looking forward to our next trip!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Terry & Pam, it's always a pleasure hosting y'all. Thank you once again for choosing our property for your Salt Air trips! Looking forward to hosting you for your next trip to the beautiful Gulf Coast.

I can’t say enough nice things about staying here. The owner is fantastic to work with. The condo is beautiful and fully stocked with things you never even thought of. The view is breathtaking! I’ve stayed in many condos over the years and this one is at the top of my list. I 100% recommend this rental.

Shelly Parks's reply:

Marissa, Thank you so very much for your most kind words. I can only imagine the frustrations that you had when the other condo complex that you had booked had cancelled on you. It makes my heart happy that not only we were available for you and your family but our condo exceeded your expectations. You were most gracious guests. Thank you for taking above and beyond care of our property. Looking forward to hosting you again in for your future Gulf Shores beach vacation. Until then, may those salt air memories bring happiness always!

Thank you for the wonderful condo. Booking, check in/check out, and contact with you was a breeze. The condo was just as described and just perfect. We really enjoyed ourselves. The weather was beautiful and the waters were clear with no jellies. Thanks again, we will be back

Shelly Parks's reply:

Thank y’all so very much! I most sincerely appreciate y’all taking the time review! May the salt air memories always bring warmth and happiness always! Thank you again for choosing our property for your beach vacation. Warmest regards, Shelly

This was our second visit to this property. Great location and owners! Condo has everything you need. We will be back!

Shelly Parks's reply:

We love hosting y'all and looking forward to your next visit with us on the beautiful Gulf Coast!

Thank you for providing fantastic amenities! We loved 703 and hope to stay there again in the near future. Thank you for checking on us during the storm that occurred while we were there.

Shelly Parks's reply:

Although our property is built to Miami-Dade Hurricane Standards; Safety of our guests are our top priority. Tornado warnings in Gulf Shores are quite rare and wanted to make you aware! I am so pleased that y'all had such a great time! We look forward to hosting you again in the future!

We have stayed at Seawinds many times with the family over the years (love the complex and location) and I wish I would have found Shelly and unit 703 many years ago. Seawinds is an great complex and you combine that with a great unit and an owner who really cares about your stay, you can't go wrong. Thank you Shelly for everything and we'll see you next time!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Thank you for your most kind words! Whether it is a primary residence or vacation home, all guests should feel welcomed and at home. It's one of my greatest joys, hosting. others. Looking forward to "seeing you" again real soon.

Great communication from owner. Very nice place. Great location. Would definitely stay here again

Shelly Parks's reply:

Thank you for choosing our property for your Gulf Shores ball tournament. I hope that you were able to enjoy the Salt Air when not on the ball field cheering on your favorite players!. May those lifetime memories always fill your hearts. Thank you also for thinking of our next guest. Looking forward to hosting y'all again in the future!

We spent Valentine's week at this beautiful condo, and it did not disappoint!!! Shelly was the perfect hostess - one little hiccup at check-in and she took care of it immediately. All it took was a phone call! The condo is in a great location, decorated with so much detail, and met all of our needs perfectly. My favorite part by far was the deck - such comfortable patio furniture and a great place to watch the waves! Thank you again, Shelly, for sharing your beautiful condo with us!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Kathy & Harry, Thank you for your most kind words! What's that saying?, "it's not so much where you are at as much as who you are with?'....but beachfront in the relaxing Salt Air certainly helps! Hope y'all had the perfect meal at DeSotos as well. It's one of our family favorites too. Looking forward to hosting you both in the future. May your Salt Air Valentine's week memories fill your hearts with joy always.

Shelly, I can’t say enough about your beach paradise! My husband spoke with you and praise Jesus it all fell into place. We booked bc our granddaughter was playing soccer in Foley and we needed a place asap.. Terry and I both loved it and we will be back this year hopefully several times! Thank you again, Terry and Terri Curry

Shelly Parks's reply:

Terri & Terry, We loved hosting y'all. So happy to hear that you had the most memorable time with your granddaughter. So heartfelt that she made those lifetime soccer and salt air lifetime memories with her loving grandparents! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.

The reviews of this condo and the owners are no exaggeration! Our stay was equally wonderful and Shelly treated us like family! Very accommodating to all our needs. We had some potential scheduling conflicts with the weather on departure since we flew into Gulf Shores. But Shelly made sure we were taken care of and we ultimately were able to depart on time. This is now our “go to” condo in Gulf Shores! Looking forward to our next trip!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Terry & Pam, Happy New Year! I am so happy that your Coastal Christmas experience exceeded your expectations. It's a quieter time on the beach with such a magical vibe! Thank you for choosing us and thank you for taking such great care of our property. I checked on some preventative maintenance before our cleaners got there....and it was practically spotless!!!! It is guests like you who help us keep our replacement costs manageable. I Look forward to hosting y'all again in the near future! Thank you for choosing a Veteran Owned Small Business.

Shelly, the owner, was extremely pleasant and very quick to respond. The condo was as the pictures showed except more beautiful in person. It was beautifully decorated, clean, and well stocked. It had everything you would need including beach chairs, beach mats, toys, and many games. The balcony’s sofa and chairs were so comfortable, which made sitting out there enjoying the gorgeous view even better. We loved staying there so much that we’ve already booked another week for next year. Thank you, Shelly!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Cathy, This makes me smile so big! I am so pleased that your birthday staycation was all that you desired and more. With so many choices along the Gulf Coast, thank you for choosing a Veteran Owned Small business. Looking forward to hosting you again in 2022!

We really appreciated Shelly's attention to detail and personalized service. We actually were seeking to rent from an individual instead of a management company, as we've had great success with that in the past, so we were excited to find this condo. The condo was beautifully decorated, had plenty of space for all of us, lovely amenities and was home-like comfortable! We would definitely rent again sometime if going back to the area! The balcony was the best and furniture was comfortable. We had some chilly weather, but on the balcony, if the sun was out, it was still nice and warm out there. The kids loved the games and movies. We loved the big bathrooms with plenty of counter space, the kitchen was well stocked with supplies, and everything was clean.

Shelly Parks's reply:

Heather, thank you for your kind words! Managing our own property is a labor of love. I am so pleased to hear that y'all had such a great time making family beach memories! Thank you for taking such great care of the property; especially when the weather was windy/rainy. We look forward to hosting you again the next time you visit the beautiful Gulf Coast. May your Salt Air Memories warm your hearts.

We loved Shelly’s condo! We took our daughter and her family. This was our 16 month old grandson’s first beach trip. We’ve stayed at several condos in Gulf Shores and it was evident this one was different. The personal touches made the difference. The beds, the way the kitchen is stocked, the toys for our grandson and the beach gear were all there. Shelly was wonderful and went above and beyond. We especially loved the comfortable balcony furniture. I loathe crappy balcony furniture lol. Thank you, Shelly for sharing your space with us. We would definitely stay again.

Shelly Parks's reply:

Vicky, I love this so much! Family time is precious and vacations are meant for making lifetime memories. I appreciate you taking the time to review your stay. It makes my heart so happy that your grandson's 1st beach trip was to beautiful Gulf Shores. We love hosting families like yours. Thank you for taking great care of our condo. We look forward to hosting you and your family again!

This is the first time we had our kids together since they have been grown. We would get together and there was always one missing because of work or something. The Condo was beautiful and Mrs Parks is great. I cant wait to go back.

Shelly Parks's reply:

Mrs. Wood, It makes my heart so happy that you and your family were able to make cherished Salt Air family memories at Seawind 703! Looking forward to hosting y'all again in the future!

We just returned from a 5 day vacation staying at Shelly's Seawind Condo. Her condo is absolutely beautiful. The blue coastal theme is beautifully laid out throughout the condo. The beds are very comfortable and there are extra blankets in case you get chilly. The kitchen has everything you need to cook at home. My husband and his friend fished with a charter boat company and brought home over 10 lbs of snapper. They utilized the grills and made a delicious fresh seafood dinner. One of our favorite parts of the condo was the large balcony over looking the gulf. The patio furniture was very comfortable for a morning cup of coffee or afternoon cocktail. Shelly made our vacation extra special by delivering flowers, card and dessert for our 25th anniversary. I would definitely recommend her condo for any family wanting a beautiful and conveniently located condo.

Shelly Parks's reply:

Christy, May the Salt Air Memories from your 25th Wedding Anniversary hold forever in your hearts. Of all the destinations and choices from your Colorado home; so glad you chose Gulf Shores, AL and Seawind 703. Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to hosting y'all again in for future travels to the Beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast.

The first vacation we were supposed to have in 7 years didn’t go quite as planned. My van broke down 8 miles from the condo and I text Mrs. Shelly to let her know it would be much later when we arrived and explained what was going on. Without hesitation she asked where we were And came to take my mom and the kids to the condo while I stayed back to handle the tow truck and other things. When she dropped them off she touched base with me to see what was going on and even came to pick me and all of our luggage up and took me to the condo as well. She went out of her and her husbands way to help us in a time of need. We are so thankful for her! She even offered to take me to the grocery store the next morning if needed. The condo was amazing as well! Everything furnished that would be needed while there. Perfect view of the ocean and the pool / splash pad! Perfect location And walking distance to many things. Despite the many challenges we had a wonderful time and will definitely be back!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Oh Lisa, despite the challenging circumstances for your family's vacation delays; it was with my most sincere heart to assist in your time of need. Bonus for me was to meet your precious family. Thankfully the 4th of July fireworks were "right there" and multiple festivities were within walking distance for your family to enjoy without needing to be car dependent. Looking forward to hosting yall again in the future!!!

Great place to stay. Condo is right on the beach. We loved sitting on the balcony early morning and late afternoon. It is so peaceful and quiet. The condo is nicely furnished!! Shelly Parks was great to deal with and answered my question promptly. Thanks for sharing your condo with our family!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Mary Ann, we are so pleased that you had such a great time for your family vacation. Thank you for choosing our condo for making those Salt Air memories. We look forward to hosting you again!

My family rented this condo for 4 nights. It is very well furnished and really nice. The furnishings are updated and really nice. The building has extremely easy access to the beach as well as walking distance to several restaurants and attractions! My family really enjoyed our stay here!!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Thank you for taking the time to review our beachfront property. We too love the location-close enough to walk to everything yet peaceful enough to enjoy the Salt Air. It was our pleasure to host your family. We look forward to hosting you and yours again for your next beautiful Gulf Shores family beach vacation.

Seawind 703 is part of a conveniently located beachfront condo complex with great amenities, including a gym, sauna, hot tub, pools, grills, and covered parking. Sea-n-Suds is right next door, and the Hangout is an easy walk. There is a small, reasonably priced grocery store across the street. The unit itself is beautifully decorated, well equipped, and very clean. Best of all, it has a large, nicely furnished balcony overlooking the beach and Gulf of Mexico. There are beach chairs available in the unit, as well as water and sand toys. There are also movies and games for days when the weather is less than cooperative. The owner of Seawind 703 is absolutely fantastic! She is kind beyond measure, extremely conscientious, easily accessible, readily answers all questions, offers suggestions regarding local activities, and even checks in with guests without being intrusive. If you're looking for a condo on the beach, Seawind 703 is the place to go!
The welcome book in the unit is very helpful; however, it would be nice if it was a little more descriptive and included walking/driving distances to restaurants, shops, and attractions. I understand that keeping something like that up to date can be difficult and time consuming though.  exterior of the building is undergoing repairs, including roofing and painting, due to Hurricane Sandy. As a result, the pools were closed during our stay, and one elevator was inoperable. Once these repairs are completed, the exterior will look great!
 
 

Shelly Parks's reply:

Candace, thank you for your thorough review, especially about the welcome book! I take for granted how convenient and centrally located everything is to our condo; especially what's in walking distance! Looking forward to hosting y'all again in the future-without hurricane construction! Thank you for your understanding. It makes my heart so happy that you and your sisters had the Salt Air experience together at Seawind 703 making lifetime memories!

This was the perfect place for us to stay on our Spring Break trip!  It was beautifully decorated, nicely painted with calm, beachy colors throughout and had everything we needed...even flashlights for nighttime crab hunting, extra soft blankets.  The patio also had new furniture that was comfortable for the 5 of us to sit on and enjoy the beautiful view of the beach!

Shelly helpled make this the most welcoming experience from beginning to the end too! You can tell that she really cares for her guests and truly wants them to have the best vacation.

I highly recommend a visit to Gulf Shores and this condo to stay in!  We hope to be back again some day too!

Shelly Parks's reply:

Stephanie, Thank you for your most kind words. I truly enjoyed assisting y'all in the planning for your first trip to beautiful Gulf Shores. Thank you for taking the time for sharing your experience and sending me pictures throughout your stay! I look forward to hosting you again in the future. (without hurricane construction and better weather!) The beach is waiting!

We had a great time in 703 ! We went down for my daughters birthday and could not have imagined a better experience. Shelly was the best host you could ask for. The condo was set up very nicely and decorated beautifully. I thought it was very nice that they had sand toys and beach chairs for your use. My daughter enjoyed the bunk room but slept on the couch the last night and watch a movie from the selection in the living room. We had a great time and hope to return next summer when we can stay a bit longer !

Shelly Parks's reply:

Kaycee, Thank you for taking the time to review our property and sharing the fun you had for your daughter's 9th birthday!. This makes my heart so happy that you were able to create these memories and safely leave before Hurricane Sally made herself known. We look forward to y'all coming back to Seawind 703 in 2021 for more Salt Air Fun!

This was our second stay here and again it did not disappoint. We had the perfect time here and our condo felt like home. We are beyond blessed Mrs. Shelly that you have shared your condo with us. Thank you again for allowing us to stay and we look forward to staying here again.