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Orange Beach, Alabama Vacation Rentals by Owner Condos, Beach Houses and Cottages.

No crowds. Pristine white sand beaches. Miles of beautiful seascape vistas unobstructed by high rises. Economical prices. This is what Orange Beach, Alabama is all about.

Orange Beach has miles of sugar-white beaches, reasonably priced Orange Beach, Alabama vacation rentals by owner luxury condos, beach houses and cottages, great seafood, and a number of family attractions in addition to its miles of shores.

Orange Beach has been a place with sparkling waters, rolling dunes, reasonably priced Orange Beach, Alabama vacation rentals by owner luxury condos, beach houses and cottages, white sand beaches-- and not over-commercialized. But look for changes, as the Emerald Coast to the west becomes trendier. Now is the time to enjoy what the Alabama Gulf coast has to offer before it is "discovered" and prices go through the roof.

Everyone loves the bright white sugar sand beaches and the reasonably priced Orange Beach, Alabama vacation rentals by owner luxury condos, beach houses and cottages of Orange Beach,Alabama. In addition, the  mild climate allows year long water sports, deep sea fishing trips, bird watching and long walks making the area a well-loved spot, for natives and tourists alike. This area is famous among birding fans.

Off the beach there are area attractions, such as water slides, bungee towers, tropical garden, miniature golf, and go-cart tracks. The  Shrimp Festival in the fall is always a treat. The area is blessed with some of the country's prettiest and most challenging golf courses in South Alabama.

Historical Ft. Morgan is a great site for a leg stretching outing as is the battleship U.S.S. Alabama in nearby Mobile. Ft. Morgan hosts 4 Civil War day camps for children during the summer. Fort Morgan is known for Civil War history with a beach and a view. At the west end of the Pleasure Island peninsula are the remains of Fort Morgan. One of the two forts that protected Mobile during the Battle of Mobile Bay, the Fort dates from 1812. A museum offers displays of Civil War artifacts, and tours reveal the history of the fort from the War of 1812 until its final closure by the Army in 1946.

On the beach, visitors will find cannons gazing out to sea. After touring the fort, there are opportunities to stroll the white beaches, swim, fish or crab, shell hunt, and sunbathe. This spot is a favorite with birdwatchers, who have been known to make rare sightings of migratory birds. A marina, golf course, and Orange Beach, Alabama vacation rentals by owner luxury condos, beach houses  are all nearby. The first week in August the fort hosts its major annual event, the Civil War Living History Encampment. A great place to visit from your Orange Beach, Alabama vacation rentals by owner luxury condos, beach houses and cottages.

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge allows those from their Orange Beach, Alabama vacation rentals by owner luxury condos, beach houses and cottages to recreate among endangered species and migratory birds. Over 4,000 acres of beach dunes, scrub dunes, fresh water marsh, salt water marsh, and Maritime forest make up the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge just west of Gulf Shores. This coastal Refuge is part of the Central Gulf Ecosystem Unit and provides refuge for the endangered loggerhead sea turtle, the endangered American alligator, and the rare gopher tortoise.

Part of the migration route of the monarch butterfly, the Refuge is also known for its more than 120 species of birds - making it a paradise for bird watchers. Along with birding, the refuge offers opportunities for hiking, swimming, photography, collecting sea shells, and boating. Fishermen enjoy both fresh and saltwater fishing.

Another place to visit from your Orange Beach, Alabama vacation rentals by owner beach house, condo or cottage is Gulf State Park. The 6,000-acre park houses a convention site, visitor center, marina, 18-hole and 9-hole golf courses, and tennis courts. The 2.5 mile beach has soft sand to sink your toes in while strolling, sun-bathing, or swimming. Nature lovers can hike or bike along several trails through the park to see pine ferns, blackberries, and water lilies, but must watch out for the alligators. A nature center and interpretive programs provide further exploration of the woods and wetlands. One may choose to saltwater fish from the 825-foot pier or freshwater fish in the three lakes close to the beach. Lake Shelby is the largest of the three, with 900-acres, and offers a boat launch, swimming, and camping areas.