**Renovations In Progress and Pictures will be updated by end of January 2025**
Welcome to Riptide Retreat, a luxurious 4 bedroom/3 bathroom house located in located in the coveted Martinique on the Gulf beach neighborhood on Alabama’s beautiful Gulf Coast. This stunningly redesigned home offers the perfect vacation experience, with access to luxury amenities, a short walk to the beach, and a serene and safe environment for all ages.
Situated on the Fort Morgan Peninsula just west of Gulf Shores, Riptide Retreat has everything you could want in a rental. The house includes a 4-seat golf cart for easy access to the beach, as well as access to a tennis and pickleball court, sauna, indoor heated pool, Gulf front pool, event spaces, and hot tubs. Surrounded by the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, this quiet and peaceful area is perfect for families, relaxation, and adventure. It's the ultimate retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of crowded tourist areas.
The home features 4 spacious bedrooms, including 2 king suites on the main level and a charming Crow's Nest, providing ample space for up to 13 guests. The open-concept living room, dining room, and kitchen allow for easy entertaining and gatherings. The house has been recently updated and offers 9 ft ceilings across 3 levels, providing a spacious and inviting atmosphere.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
Total: 13
Master Bedroom: (1st Flr.) = King size bed with private bath = Sleeps 2
Bedroom #2: (1st Flr.) = King size bed with bath = Sleeps 2
Bedroom #3: (2nd Flr.) = King size bed = Sleeps 2
Bedroom #4: (2nd Flr.) = 2 sets of Twin-over-Twin Bunk Beds & Trundle = Sleeps 5
Crow's Nest: (3rd Flr.) = Day Bed & Trundle = Sleeps 2
KEY FEATURES
✦ 2,500 sq ft REMODELED 3-story home
✦ 4 large bedrooms; 2 king suites on the main level
✦ 3 full bathrooms; 3 total showers & 2 tubs; Elderly & Disabled grab bars in bath
✦ 4 minute walk to beach, board-walk, gulf front pool and hot tub
✦ Golf cart (4 person) provided in home
✦ Beach chairs, toys, and beach cart complimentary!
✦ Free wifi & TV's in every room
✦ Washing Machine + Dryer
✦ Charcoal BBQ Grill
✦Kid-friendly items: travel crib, highchair, children’s tableware, baby safety gate
FORT MORGAN & MARTINIQUE LOCATION
✦ Map #91
✦ 4 minute walk to private beach
✦ 4 minute drive to The Beach Club & Kiva Dunes Golf Course
✦ 5-10 minute drive to Local Grocery & Restaurants
✦ 20 minute drive to The Hangout, heartbeat of Gulf Shores
✦ 20 minute drive to Civil War Fort Morgan historical site & ferry
✦ Nestled in Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge with bike & hike trails
BEACH SERVICE:
Suncoast Beach Rentals is on-site to reserve your rental beach chairs & umbrellas. Paddleboards and Kayaks are also available, but guests should call ahead to reserve or you can visit the Suncoast attendant at Martinique during your stay.
Snowbird-friendly and long term (1 month+) are considered. Please inquire for special monthly, mid-stay rates.
HOUSE RULES:
● Must be at least 25 years old to rent. Renter should be present at property at all times and responsible for other guest members.
● No 3rd party bookings. Must be a named person on booking. The name on booking must match the name of person signing rental agreement and name on credit card used for payment. Must sign rental agreement.
● No Pets! Only certified and vested service dogs in accordance with the ADA (American's with Disabilities Act). Service dogs must be with the owner at all times and is not allowed to stay in the property alone.
● No smoking. No parties.
DAMAGE PROTECTION
Instead of charging a security deposit, RPM Rentals charges a non-refundable $100 "damage/management fee" that covers up to $3,000 for damage at the property as a results of your acts or omissions. Please see house rules and the rental agreements when you book for outlined details about how the damage waiver works.
Relax & Enjoy Stay: It's vacation time, so enjoy it with the peace of mind knowing that if an accident happens and damage occurs, you are protected under our Waivo insurance policy!
CLEAN BED GUARANTEE:
All beds are dressed with fresh, luxurious sheets AND fresh bedding/quilts/comforters before EVERY rental! We have partnered with Andrea’s Precise Cleaning, another local based small business to guarantee our guests have a completely fresh and clean bed!!! You will also find each bathroom stocked with oversized fresh bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, bath mats and makeup towels! We have complete control over our property cleaning and maintenance.
WHAT WE STOCK:
As common for vacation rentals in our area, we provide one round of bath soaps, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, and 2 rolls of toilet paper in the bathrooms. In the kitchen, there is 1 round of paper towels, laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent, dish soap, and trash bags. We also provide full coffee bar supplies and basic cooking essentials like salt, pepper, and cooking oil. These stocked amenities are intended to get our guests through the first night. We are not a hotel, so we do not provide housekeeping or amenity restocking unless there is an immediate need. Please bring the extra items you will need for your vacation.
RPM RENTALS PROMISE TO YOU
As a small local business, RPM Rentals is committed to making sure our guests have the very best vacation experience!! We make check-in super easy and we guarantee our staff personally checks your rental before your arrival to make sure everything is ready for you!! As one of our guests, you have direct access to us 24/7 should you need anything, have a question, or see something that needs our attention! We are local and we can offer the best insights to local restaurants and fun activities for all ages of the family. We look forward to helping you have the most wonderful vacation possible!!!
