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Welcome to Sandy Toes Retreat, your comfy home away from home in sunny Orange Beach, Alabama! Just a short walk to the beach! Hi!
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This three-bedroom, two-bath townhome has everything you need, so kick off your flip-flops & make some easy, breezy memories. We’re Dawn and Pete, and we purchased Sandy Toes Retreat as our little slice of heaven on earth — the beach. Whether it’s sunshine, salty air, or slow mornings with coffee on the patio, this place is our happy spot, and we’re excited to share it with you. Sandy Toes Retreat is a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome located in a quiet, gated community just a short walk from the beach. Guests love the peaceful atmosphere and the amenities right outside the door — including a pool, tennis courts, and a basketball court. Inside, the home is fully equipped for a stress-free getaway. We’ve stocked everything from kitchen essentials to linens, plus all the beach must-haves: chairs, an umbrella, towels, and toys for the kiddos. One of our favorite things about this location is the convenience — you’re within walking distance to several grocery stores, convenience stores, restaurants, and bars, making it easy to enjoy a great meal or grab anything you need without ever getting in the car. We hope you enjoy Sandy Toes Retreat as much as we do. Welcome to your home away from home!

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween!! 🎃👻💀

10/27/2026

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10/23/2026

SNOWBIRDS! ESCAPE WINTER FOR JUST $1,900 PER MONTH!

Spend January, February or March at Sandy Toes Retreat in Orange Beach, AL! Stay one month or all three!

* 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms
* In-unit washer & dryer
* All beach gear provided
* Private beach access right across the street
* Gated community with pools, tennis & pickleball

$1,900 per month is your TOTAL price — all taxes and fees included. No hidden costs!

Trade the snow for sunshine!

Message me for details!

www.sandytoesretreatob.com

10/22/2026

A LOT IS CHANGING IN THE VACATION RENTAL WORLD, AND TRAVELERS NEED TO KNOW WHAT’S HAPPENING!

If you book vacation rentals, you need to know what’s happening behind the scenes. Some of these changes may surprise you, and they could end up costing you more!

AIRBNB: FROM 3% TO 15.5% IN OWNER FEES!

Airbnb has changed its fee structure, increasing fees from 3% to 15.5% for affected owners!

The separate guest service fee disappears under this structure, but that doesn’t mean the cost has gone away!

That 15.5% comes directly out of the owner’s payout, including cleaning fees!

DID YOU KNOW AIRBNB IS TAKING 15.5% OF CLEANING FEES TOO?!

Those fees are meant to pay the hardworking people who clean and prepare these vacation homes. That’s their livelihood!

Yet Airbnb collects a percentage of those cleaning charges, too!

Owners still have to pay their cleaners, so that expense either comes out of their pockets or gets passed along to travelers.

I strongly believe Airbnb shouldn’t be taking a single cent from cleaning fees! That money is intended for the people doing the actual work!

VRBO: FROM 5% TO 12% IN OWNER FEES?!

VRBO is reportedly increasing certain owner fees from 5% to 12% beginning October 29.

And travelers STILL pay a separate service fee!

BOOKING.COM: 15% OR MORE!

Booking.com commissions commonly run around 15% or higher, depending on the agreement.

SO WHO ULTIMATELY PAYS FOR ALL THESE INCREASES?

Property owners can’t continually absorb rising expenses.

When fees increase, rental prices often follow. And higher rental prices can mean higher lodging taxes!

In the end, travelers can wind up paying more!

HERE’S WHAT TRAVELERS CAN DO!

BOOK DIRECT WHENEVER POSSIBLE!

Before booking your next vacation:

1. Find a property you love on Airbnb or VRBO.
2. Google the property’s name or management company.
3. Look for its direct-booking website.
4. Compare the TOTAL price, including all fees and taxes.
5. Verify you’re booking with a legitimate owner or company, and review the cancellation policy.

You could save hundreds of dollars booking the exact same property directly!
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These platforms have helped connect travelers and property owners for years. But with rising fees and increasing restrictions, something has to give!

Travelers deserve fair prices, and property owners deserve the ability to protect their investments!

Travelers deserve to know what’s happening and that there may be a better, more affordable way to book!

COMPARE PRICES. SUPPORT RESPONSIBLE OWNERS. BOOK SMART!

https://www.albvr.com/vacation-rentals/rental/sandy-toes-retreat/

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10/08/2026

It’s hard watching this hurricane head toward Orange Beach, a place we love so much.

We are naturally worried about our place, but our biggest concern is for all the wonderful people who call Orange Beach home.

We’re hoping and praying everyone stays safe, homes are protected, and Orange Beach and all of the surrounding areas get through this without too much damage!

Stay safe, Orange Beach! 🙏🏻

10/04/2026

Snowbirds… ready to trade snow boots for sandy toes?

Come spend some time with us at Sandy Toes Retreat in Orange Beach! We’re offering special discounts for snowbirds and extended stays.

With 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a pool, beach gear and a pack & play for the littles, we’ve got everything you need to feel right at home.

Come stay awhile — we’d love to have you!

10/02/2026

This is my kind of beach day! ☀️🏖️💜

09/23/2026

SNOWBIRDS — TRADE THE SNOW FOR SAND!

Ready to spend winter with your toes in the sand instead of shoveling snow? Sandy Toes Retreat in Orange Beach, Alabama is ready to be your winter home away from home!

🌊 Private beach access just across the street
🛏️ 3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms
💻 High-speed Wi-Fi
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen
🧺 Washer & dryer in unit
🏊 Pool + pickleball & tennis courts
🍹 Restaurants, shopping & entertainment nearby
🏖️ Beach chairs, wagon, umbrella & more included!

Winter in Orange Beach means fewer crowds, beautiful Gulf Coast days, and plenty of time to relax and enjoy the beach life.

January–March Snowbird stays available!

Interested in spending your winter at Sandy Toes? Send us a message for Snowbird rates and availability!

Address

3256 Loop Road
Orange Beach, AL
36561

Website

https://www.albvr.com/vacation-rentals/rental/sandy-toes-retreat/

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