409 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Bright, sunny, unfurnished ranch for rent, across the street from the Intracoastal Canal. This gracious home is bright and airy, with ceiling fans throughout. The two full baths are ceramic tiled, and one has a solar tube for additional light. An additional room off the living room, complete with bookshelves floor to ceiling. May be used as a library or TV room. There is a screened porch that leads out to a large lawn with mature plantings. This home comes with a laundry room with washer and dryer plus ample storage space. Renter pays all utilities and lawn care. Credit check and background check are required, at applicant's expense. Letter of employment and references also required. This is a NON smoking home. No more than 1 pet 35 lbs under is negotiable with a $300 pet deposit. Tenant will be responsible for all utilities. 2 miles from the Gulf Beach and the heart of Gulf Shores in a quiet, attractive neighborhood. What is unique to this area of the Gulf of Mexico is that there is a public access to the beach almost every mile! This comfortable, roomy home is within a few blocks of the Golf Course, Post Office, Library, Community Center, South Baldwin Community Theater, major shopping centers and Johnnie Simms Park. The park includes indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, baseball, and playground and barbecue areas. It is near the Bodenhammer Health and Fitness Center. As described on the site Gulf Shores Vacations: The Gulf Shores lifestyle is truly a much sought after style of living. Everything moves a little slower here. Worries seem to float away on the Gulf breeze in this beachside community on the Alabama coast. White sand, palm trees swaying in the soothing breeze, and the clear emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico make lazing on the beach the preferred pastime for locals and visitors alike. However, in Gulf Shores people of all inclinations and interests will be completely entertained. Water sports like fishing, diving, sailing and surfing are popular hobbies. Antique junkies and shopaholics will also be pleasantly surprised! A multitude of stores and outlet malls offer everything from swimsuits to cookware to original artwork. Many visitors have enjoyed the rejuvenating wildlife in one of Gulf Shores Nature preserves, such as the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Or try an exciting boat tour of the area's bays, bayous, and marshes, all of which showcase the diverse and beautiful flora and fauna of the South. Young and old will be amazed by the interactive exhibits at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium, where aquatic animal and plant life of Mobile Bay and the Gulf Coast region show off their stuff. Fort Gaines and Fort Morgan are an integral part of our history here. The latter, which guards the main channel into Mobile Bay, was part of a major naval battle during the Civil War. Aspiring historians are sure to appreciate the rich history of the area. A short travel inland will put you in the company of several very charming towns -Fairhope and Magnolia Springs. With over 100 years to her name, Fairhope is best known for her lovely parks, moss-draped live oaks, and spectacular views of Mobile Bay. The local culture is all quite unique with its mix of sophisticated shops, boutiques, cafes and art galleries. Streets shaded by grandiose trees, timeless homes, and well-tended gardens give Magnolia Springs its special charm. Originally developed from a Spanish land grant in 1800, the town boasts natural springs once dubbed the purest in the world.