Gulf-frontWIND DRIFT · 30.2644° N

Orange Beach Gulf-Front 2BR • Sleeps 5 • High-Top Balcony Table • Pool • Boats

Gulf-front residence with panoramic views of the open Gulf of Mexico, private beach access, and coastal breezes.

2Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
1-7Max Guests
Gulf FrontWaterfront Orientation
ABOUT THIS RESIDENCE

The Stay Experience

Experience Orange Beach at Wind Drift 505 SE, a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Gulf-front condo that sleeps 5 guests. This beachfront vacation rental features spectacular Gulf views visible from the moment you walk through the front door, open-concept living and dining spaces, granite countertops in kitchen and both bathrooms, high-top breakfast bar with seating, dining table seating 6, high-top 4-seater table on the balcony, large walk-in closet in primary bedroom with space for bulky luggage, oversized granite countertop in primary bathroom, guest bedroom with queen bed PLUS twin bed (sleeps 3), guest bathroom with dual access from bedroom and living area, and direct access to Wind Drift's exceptional dual-waterfront amenities.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Primary Bedroom: King bed with Gulf views of sugar-white sands Large flat-screen TV Large walk-in closet—holds all your belongings with room to spare, perfect for tucking away bulky luggage Ensuite bathroom with single vanity and tub/shower combination Ceiling fan

Guest Bedroom: Queen bed PLUS Twin bed—sleeps 3 guests in one room (perfect for families with kids) Flat-screen TV Large closet and storage for belongings Direct access to full bathroom Ceiling fan Total Sleeping Capacity: 5 guests (King + Queen + Twin)

BATHROOMS Primary Ensuite: Single vanity with oversized granite countertop—generous storage space whether you're staying one week or three months Separate private space beyond with shower/tub combination Fresh towels and initial toiletries provided

Guest Bathroom: Shower/tub combination with single vanity and granite countertop Dual access from guest bedroom AND main living area (convenient for guests) Fresh towels and initial toiletries provided

LIVING SPACES The open-concept living and dining area features: Flat-screen TV with streaming capability Comfortable sofa and seating Spectacular Gulf views visible from the moment you walk through the front door Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to Gulf-front balcony Open flow from living to dining to kitchen Ceiling fans and central air conditioning

The dining area: Dining table seating 6 guests comfortably Positioned for Gulf views and natural light

KITCHEN (Fully Equipped) The fully equipped Orange Beach vacation rental kitchen features:

Granite countertops throughout Stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, range, dishwasher, microwave) High-top breakfast bar with seating—casual dining and conversation Traditional coffee maker (bring ground coffee) Complete cookware, dishes, and utensils for 5+ guests Wine glasses, serving platters Open concept design connects to living and dining areas

GULF-FRONT BALCONY Your Gulf-front balcony offers: High-top 4-seater table—perfect for meals or evening cocktails with elevated Gulf views Direct Gulf of Mexico views of expansive white sands Perfect for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, and dolphin watching Access from living room

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)

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

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

IN-UNIT CONVENIENCES High-speed WiFi throughout, full-size washer and dryer, 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 occupies a unique dual-waterfront location bordered by Gulf Islands National Seashore to the west, ensuring uncrowded beaches, unobstructed sunset views, and a peaceful atmosphere while still being close to restaurants and attractions.

IMPORTANT RENTAL DETAILS Animal-Free Unit (no pets permitted). Minimum Age Requirement: 25 years old. Maximum Occupancy: 5 guests strictly enforced for safety and insurance. Check-In: 4:00 PM. Check-Out: 10:00 AM.

FEATURES & COMFORTS

Residence & Property Amenities

  • ✓Telephone
  • ✓Air Conditioning
  • ✓Central Heating
  • ✓Linens Provided
  • ✓Towels Provided
  • ✓Washing Machine
  • ✓Clothes Dryer
  • ✓Hot Water
  • ✓Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • ✓Basic Soaps
  • ✓Paper Towels
  • ✓Shampoo
  • ✓Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • ✓Hair Conditioner
  • ✓Rain Shower
  • ✓Kitchen
  • ✓Refrigerator
  • ✓Stove
  • ✓Oven
  • ✓Microwave
  • ✓Dishwasher
  • ✓Dishes & Utensils
  • ✓Coffee Maker
  • ✓Toaster
  • ✓Ice Maker
  • ✓Freezer
  • ✓Pots & Pans
  • ✓Dining Table
  • ✓Baking Sheet
  • ✓Wine Glasses
  • ✓Smart TV
  • ✓Communal Pool
  • ✓Balcony/Terrace
  • ✓Boat Slip
  • ✓Adventure
  • ✓Family
  • ✓Romantic
  • ✓Tourist Attractions
  • ✓Limited Parking
BEACH & WATER ACCESS

Waterfront Access at Wind Drift

Gulf Beach Access

Direct pedestrian boardwalk to sugar-white quartz sands. Guests on the north side use the signalized pedestrian crossing on AL-182 (2-minute walk).

Old River Boating & Docks

First-come boat slips, fishing pier, fish cleaning station, and on-site trailer parking on the bayside (pre-registration required 7 days prior to check-in).

THE LOCAL EDIT

Curated Nearby Spots

Fisher's at Orange Beach MarinaHarborside Southern Dining · 4.2 mi

Peel-and-eat Royal Reds dockside or refined Gulf seafood upstairs.

Cobalt The RestaurantPerdido Pass Sunset Tables · 1.4 mi

Front-row viewing for charter boats slipping through Perdido Pass.

Flora-Bama Ole River GrillOpen-Air Bayside Deck · 0.8 mi

Oysters on the half shell and blackened redfish on Old River.

Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry TrailNature & Cycling · 3.5 mi

28+ miles of paved loops through coastal live oaks and freshwater marshes.

LOCATION & PROXIMITY

Orange Beach Map & Orientation

DESTINATION ORIENTATION

The Orange Beach Coastline & Wind Drift

Positioned on the eastern barrier spit between the Gulf of Mexico and Old River

30.2644° N, 87.5615° WWind Drift Dual Waterfront
OLD RIVER (CALM INLAND WATERWAY & BOAT SLIPS)
Wind Drift CommunityNorth: Bayside Condos & DocksSouth: Gulf-Front Condos & Beach
AL-182 (PERDIDO BEACH BLVD)
GULF OF MEXICO (SUGAR WHITE QUARTZ SAND BEACHES)
Proximity from Wind DriftActual drive & water distances
Flora-Bama & Ole River GrillDining / Culture
0.8 miEast on Hwy 182
Zeke's Landing MarinaCharters / Boating
1.2 miWest on Hwy 182
Perdido Pass & BridgeGulf Access Channel
1.4 miWest on Hwy 182
Robinson & Bird IslandsSandbar Boating
2.1 miOld River by water
Hugh S. Branyon TrailNature / Biking
3.5 miNorthwest via Canal Rd
The Wharf Orange BeachDining / Entertainment
5.2 miWest via Canal Rd
GUEST EXPERIENCES

Verified Reviews

★★★★★

“Staying at Wind Drift was the highlight of our summer! Having the boat slips on Old River and the sugar-white beach right across the street gave us the best of both worlds. Spotless condo and Coastal Link was so responsive.”

Emily & David H.Verified Guest · Summer Stay
★★★★★

“As someone who brings a 24ft boat down every year, you cannot beat the bayside launch and slip access. Booking directly through Coastal Link saved us hundreds in VRBO platform fees with zero hassle.”

Jason M.Verified Guest · Boating & Inshore
★★★★★

“Unobstructed views across Old River from the balcony, peaceful mornings, and Caroline Jordan made check-in seamless. The direct booking process was quick, transparent, and easy.”

Patricia K.Verified Guest · Fall Getaway
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