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Orange Beach Gulf-View Corner Unit 3BR • Sleeps 8 • Wet Bar • 2 K Beds • Pools

3Beds
3Bathrooms
1-8Sleeps

About this place

Experience Orange Beach at Wind Drift 712 SW, a 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom Gulf-view corner unit that sleeps 8 guests. This beachfront vacation rental features a wall of windows with panoramic Gulf views, a large kitchen island with granite countertops and breakfast bar, wet bar in the dining area, two king-bed bedrooms each with private walk-in tiled showers, outdoor balcony dining table for alfresco meals, and direct access to Wind Drift's exceptional dual-waterfront amenities. The corner positioning provides westward sunset views over miles of undeveloped shoreline—a view that's genuinely hard to replicate on this stretch of coast.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Primary Bedroom: King bed with Gulf views through floor-to-ceiling windows Large ensuite bathroom with double vanity sinks and walk-in tiled shower Ceiling fan

Guest Bedroom 1: 2 Queen beds Access to shared bathroom with single vanity and tub/shower combination Ceiling fan

Guest Bedroom 2: King bed Private ensuite bathroom with single vanity and walk-in tiled shower Ceiling fan Total Sleeping Capacity: 8 guests (King + 2 Queens + King)

BATHROOMS Primary Ensuite: Walk-in tiled shower with modern fixtures Double vanity sinks—generous counter space for two Fresh towels and initial toiletries provided

Guest Bathroom (Bedroom 1): Tub/shower combination with single vanity Fresh towels and initial toiletries provided

Guest Ensuite (Bedroom 2): Walk-in tiled shower with single vanity Fresh towels and initial toiletries provided

LIVING SPACES The open-concept living room features: Flat-screen Smart TV with streaming capability Comfortable sofa and four stylish chairs Wall of windows—corner unit positioning provides panoramic Gulf views in multiple directions Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to Gulf-view balcony Tile flooring throughout for easy beach-to-condo transitions Ceiling fans and central air conditioning

The dining area: Large dining table with seating for 8 Wet bar—convenient for entertaining Access to balcony outdoor dining table for alfresco meals

KITCHEN (Fully Equipped) The fully equipped Orange Beach vacation rental kitchen features: Granite countertops throughout White cabinetry with modern hardware Stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, electric range, dishwasher, microwave) Large kitchen island with breakfast bar and stool seating—ideal for entertaining Traditional coffee maker (bring ground coffee) Complete cookware, dishes, and utensils for 8+ guests Wine glasses, serving platters

OUTDOOR SPACES The Gulf-view balcony offers: Panoramic westward views over miles of undeveloped shoreline Outdoor dining table with seating—alfresco meals with Gulf views Lounge seating for sunset cocktails Corner unit positioning extends sightlines in multiple directions Access from living room and primary bedroom Perfect for morning coffee, dolphin watching, and evening sunsets

WIND DRIFT AMENITIES Pools & Recreation: 2 outdoor community pools with expansive sundecks Hot tub for relaxation Lounge chairs and poolside seating Tennis and pickleball courts Community BBQ grills

Beach & Waterfront Access: Direct beach access to sugar-white sand Private fishing pier on Old River First-come boat slips with direct river access (registration required) Boat and jet ski parking available with advance reservation

Parking at Wind Drift: To keep your arrival stress-free, vehicle registration is required at least 7 days before check-in. Parking passes are purchased per vehicle (max 2 per condo). 10-Day Stay: $62.36, 10–14 Day Stay: $112.00, 31-Day Stay: $120.00. Once registered, stop by the lobby upon arrival to pick up your physical parking pass and display it on your dashboard. Boat Registration & Dock Fees – Wind Drift Complex

Guests bringing a boat are required to pay a registration fee for boatyard/dock access and register 7 days before check-in. Current rates for renters and non-owner guests: Daily: $50/day Weekly: $300/week Seasonal: $300/month (November 1 – February 28)

Property Features: Gated community with security Elevator access to all floors

IN-UNIT CONVENIENCES High-speed WiFi throughout, full-size washer and dryer in dedicated laundry room, central air conditioning and heating, ceiling fans throughout, all bed linens and bath towels provided, initial toiletries, initial paper products, extra pillows and blankets.

WIND DRIFT LOCATION — DINING & ATTRACTIONS Wind Drift sits on one of the most coveted stretches of the Alabama coast, nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and Old River with a state park to the west ensuring unobstructed sunset views. The property is less than 1 mile from Publix and Walmart for groceries and supplies.

Orange Beach dining near Wind Drift includes dozens of restaurants within a short drive: Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar (1 mile) with iconic live music and beachfront atmosphere, Zeke's Restaurant with highly-rated waterfront dining, The Gulf with popular shipping container bar and bay views, Doc's Seafood Shack & Oyster Bar known for fried seafood and Southern staples, Louisiana Lagniappe offering upscale Creole and fresh Gulf seafood, Cosmo's Restaurant & Bar as a popular local spot with diverse menu, GTs On The Bay known for bay views and indoor fish tank, and LuLu's at Homeport Marina with family-friendly dining and entertainment. The Hangout (2 miles) offers beachfront dining and live music.

The Wharf (5 minutes) offers shopping, dining, a Ferris wheel with bay views, and a concert venue with national acts. Adventure Island (10 minutes) features go-karts, mini golf, and arcade games. Gulf State Park (15 minutes) provides 6,500 acres with the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail—voted #1 Best Recreational Trail in the U.S. for three consecutive years (2023–2025) by USA Today. OWA amusement park (20 minutes) offers roller coasters and family rides.

Orange Beach earned top national recognition: ranked among the top 10 beaches in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler (2026), #1 Best Arts Festival in the nation for the Orange Beach Festival of Art (USA Today 2025), and #7 Best Small Town Food Scene in the U.S. (USA Today 2024).

Wind Drift's corner positioning on the southwest end of the building ensures the best westward sunset views in the complex—miles of undeveloped shoreline with no buildings interrupting the horizon.

IMPORTANT RENTAL DETAILS Animal-Free Unit (no pets permitted). Minimum Age Requirement: 25 years old. Maximum Occupancy: 8 guests strictly enforced for safety and insurance. Check-In: 4:00 PM. Check-Out: 10:00 AM.

What this place offers

  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Private Living Room
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice Maker
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Pots & Pans
  • Television
  • Satellite/Cable
  • Communal Pool
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Boat Slip
  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Limited Parking

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We manage beachfront condos, bayfront townhomes, and coastal cottages across Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Alabama, as well as Perdido Key, Pensacola, Downtown Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, and Navarre Beach, Florida.

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Are any of your coastal rental properties pet-friendly?

Select cottages and homes in our portfolio welcome well-behaved dogs with prior approval and a pet fee, while most Gulf-front condominium HOAs restrict guest pets. Check the amenities list on each property page or contact our team and we will match you with a pet-friendly stay.