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Huge House! Huge Pool! It is definitely Grand

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Kiva Grand is a Beautiful Beachfront Custom Family Home on a 2 acre gulf front Kiva Dunes lot. 2023 renovation includes a new kitchen, new master bath, conversion of a bath to be more grandparent and handicap friendly, conversion of a half bath to a 9th full bath, and addition of an upstairs bunk room. We think you are going to love the changes! Although the views and surroundings are indeed quite grand, it was built with family gatherings in mind with comforts like a really big kitchen, a huge pool level family room with a 2nd kitchen, a 20'x40' beachfront pool and a hot tub for enjoying the outdoors even when it is a bit cooler outside.

The Best of Gulf and Golf! Kiva Grand is located at the acclaimed Kiva Dunes Golf & Beach Resort (Guests do not have access to the Beach Club at Kiva Dunes). Seven Spacious Bedrooms, each with Private Bath and TV, plus two bunk rooms. Large open kitchen with 2 islands, room for lots of cooks and for everyone to eat in the same space. Large covered porches on all three levels of the house. And of course the fabulous sugar-white beach that lies beyond the 8,700+ of heated and cooled space!

On the main floor you'll find an expansive open living area that includes a main seating area, a fireside sitting room, space for everyone to dine together, a kitchen with an over sized refrigerator, two islands for cooking and serving, two dishwashers, and room for plenty of cooks. You'll have all of the dishes and serving pieces you need to live graciously during your stay. There is also a family room with a 73" television, a half bath, and a king bedroom with a handicap friendly private bath with roll-in shower (bath is not fully ADA compliant). You will also find a full bath on this level, a bunk room with its charming nautical decor.

The upstairs features six bedrooms (3 of them beachfront Kings), each with a private bath, plus a bunkroom, and the smaller of the two laundries. The spacious Beach front King Master Bedroom opens to both a private and a shared porch. It has a newly remodeled master bath with soaking tub, large shower and a double vanity. A second and third beach front King Bedrooms open to the broad shared terrace. The westernmost of these rooms also has a twin daybed and a twin trundle. There is a bedroom with a pair of queen beds, a bedroom with one queen bed, and another bedroom with a pair of double beds. For 2023 we have a new upstairs hall bunk room that sleeps 2 in XL twins.

Below the main floor, at the same level as the pool, there is a recreation room complete with another large television and lots of seating, and a second full kitchen and smaller informal dining area. You'll also find a full bath (convenient to the pool) and the larger of the two laundries. This level also opens to the garage where you will have 3 covered parking spaces. This family-friendly space has multiple French doors that open to the covered porches on the east and north sides of the pool area. It is rare to find a pool area that offers spacious areas for both sun and shade but Kiva Grand has it!

You can reach all three levels of the house by both front and back stairs, as well as the elevator which is wonderful for grandparents, groceries and luggage.

Outside you'll enjoy the huge pool, the hot tub, outdoor dining both on the main level porch and the pool level, charcoal grill, lots of lounge chairs and seating, and a dune walkover that leads to a gorgeous stretch of quiet beach.

Enjoy the feeling of being away from it all, then pop over to the Kiva Dunes Lodge for lunch, visit The Beach Club Resort and Spa for dinner or for a massage, located at 925 Beach Club Trail. Given the large private beachfront pool and hot tub at Kiva Grand, we are not members of the Kiva Dunes Beach Club which was built to offer those not staying at beachfront homes an opportunity to relax by a beachfront pool. You'll have your own!

We are not able to rent to groups under the age of 25, or for bachelor or bachelorette parties.

Amenities

Living

  • Central Air
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linens
  • Washer & Dryer
  • Ironing Board
  • Jacuzzi Tub
  • High Speed Internet
  • Fireplace
  • wifi

Outdoor

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • BBQ Grill
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Outdoor Hot Tub
  • Private Pool
  • Tennis
  • Beach
  • Two community pools
  • Pool
  • Dune Walkover
  • Hot Tub
  • Golf

Geographic

  • Beachfront
  • Kiva Dunes

Availability

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#Night Available#Night Unavailable#Arrive Only#Depart Only
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Reviews

A Private Resort

Reviewed on 2023-09-01 by John B. of Ofallon, MO United States
Updated on 2023-09-05
Review of stay from 2023-08-06 to 2023-08-12
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It felt like we were at a private resort but the staff had the week off so we had to do our own cooking!! ��. We picked this house for the pool which was perfect for our family of 18. The outside area was the best we’ve ever stayed at. We also got a nice surprise when we found out the inside had been renovated over the winter. This house is beautiful!! It had several areas where our 10 grandchildren could hang out and they used them all!! The kitchen was well stocked and the whole house was clean and spotless!! I have loved all the house that we have rented with GSVR but this one is my absolute favorite!!
Manager response on 2023-09-05 - Response from Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc
John, We are happy that Kiva Grand was perfect for your family! We have enjoyed your loyalty to us and hope to see you next year!

Amazing house!!

Reviewed on 2023-08-28 by ronnie b. of bryant, AR United States
Updated on 2023-09-05
Review of stay from 2023-08-20 to 2023-08-26
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We have stayed past two summers this is an amazing house and great people to deal with!!!!
Manager response on 2023-09-05 - Response from Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc
Ronnie, We loved to have you back and hope to see you in the future!

Another successful family vacation!

Reviewed on 2023-06-07 by Unknown of Fairhope, AL United States
Updated on 2023-06-07
Review of stay from 2023-05-28 to 2023-06-04
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We’ve been coming back to Kiva Grand for 7+ years for our annual family vacation. It’s the perfect fit for our extended family. Loved all of the updates that were done to the house. Just a couple suggestions...hooks in main master bedroom to hang towels. Hooks in new bunk room to hang up things. An accordion door or some type of closure for the new bunk room so it can be closed at night. A coffee maker in the very downstairs kitchen along with more coffee mugs. An ice maker on the very bottom floor would be an added benefit and save a few trips to the store. However, these are all minor issues. We’ve already booked for next year.

Perfect

Reviewed on 2023-07-25 by Unknown of St Charles, MO United States
Updated on 2023-07-25
Review of stay from 2023-07-16 to 2023-07-23
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Our family had a great time. The remodeling gets A+. The house felt like home. What an improvement. It was so much brighter. It's now a five-star home.

Family Vacation Three Years In A Row

Reviewed on 2023-07-25 by Donna D. of Marietta, GA Unknown
Updated on 2023-07-25
Review of stay from 2023-07-02 to 2023-07-09
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This was our third year coming to this beautiful home and location. There were numerous upgrades to the home that made our stay even better. There were 14 of us, and the home is so large that no one felt crowded, and there were many areas to get away and be by yourself if you wanted to. Love, love, this gorgeous home and location.

Besties Retreat 2021

Reviewed on 2021-11-17 by Unknown of Slidell, LA United States
Updated on 2021-11-17
Review of stay from 2021-11-11 to 2021-11-14
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Kiva Grande Review
November 11-14, 2021

Our stay at Kiva Grande was a five-star event! The villa was roomy and thoughtfully designed to allow for the dynamics during the day for personal space, large and intimate groups during our stay. The kitchen was equipped for those who take gourmet cooking seriously. It was well stocked and logically arranged to allow several people to cook at once with relative ease. We lingered on the balconies to watch the incredible views of dolphins, pelicans and seagulls over morning coffee and afternoon cocktails. The downstairs kitchen was a hit allowing us to store snacks, beverages and lunch for those running back and forth to the beach and pool. The furniture was elegant yet cozy and we had no complaints about the beds. I am impressed with the thought that went into the design and furnishing of this property. Our stay was the perfect elixir to restore our souls! We left refreshed and vowing to return to Kiva Grande next year!
Dr. Joan Archer

Wonderful Spring Break Trip

Reviewed on 2022-04-10 by Unknown of Grafton, WI US
Updated on 2022-04-10
Review of stay from 2022-03-19 to 2022-03-25
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Perfect getaway from the Wisconsin weather for 5 families for a week. Plenty of space, beautiful kitchen and views. It was a little chilly, so the hot tub came in handy. Only wished that the pool was heated. Other than that, it was PERFECT!

MAY 1THRU 7TH 2022

Reviewed on 2022-05-10 by Rodger B. of Newport, AR Unknown
Updated on 2022-05-10
Review of stay from 2022-05-01 to 2022-05-08
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ALWAYS GREAT PLACE TO STAY, HAVE STAYED HERE FOR MORE THAN 12 YEARS ON THIS WEEK AND ALWAYS READY FOR THE NEXT YEAR WHEN WE LEAVE. THIS YEAR PROPERTY NEEDS A LITTLE ATTENTION TO BEACH SIDE DOORS AS HAD TROUBLE OPENING AND CLOSING DUE TO ELEMENTS,

Our favorite place

Reviewed on 2022-05-17 by Kandy K. of Cumming, GA United States
Updated on 2022-05-17
Review of stay from 2022-05-08 to 2022-05-15
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We absolutely love Kiva Grand. This was our third year staying there. It is a prefect house for a family that wants to hang out, fellowship, eat, visit, and play games together. There are multiple gathering areas, but the main room is massive. The pool and hot tub are wonderful and beach is gorgeous. We love that it is all very convenient. The kitchen has everything needed if you plan to eat in.

Exactly As Advertised

Reviewed on 2022-08-09 by Scott T. of Slidell LA,, LA US
Updated on 2022-08-09
Review of stay from 2022-07-31 to 2022-08-07
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We had a family gathering of 25 people, aging from age 9 months to 67 years, with several children, several teenagers and several adults. Everyone had a fantastic time. The kitchen was awesome for preparing and serving meals and the grills were nice for poolside meals. we loved that there were toys for the pool and chairs and a wagon for the beach. every bedroom was nice and the bathrooms were great, especially the Master Suite. The great room on floor 2 was huge and we could have a large group playing games, while others just visited on the couches. There was tons of room for the baby to roam on that floor, and even gates to protect the stairs. Our only wish would have been for one more ice machine, or a double sized one. The property management team was fantastic.

Grand Kiva is Grand!

Reviewed on 2022-03-03 by Unknown of Milwaukee, WI US
Updated on 2022-03-03
Review of stay from 2022-02-24 to 2022-02-27
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This place was a great choice for our group to celebrate a birthday. We brought food and never left the property or the beach during our stay. Grand Kiva was very clean and offered all the amenities we needed for a stress free long weekend.

Book Club Girls

Reviewed on 2022-11-16 by Unknown of Slidell, LA United States
Updated on 2022-11-16
Review of stay from 2022-11-10 to 2022-11-13
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This is the 2nd time we have stayed at Kiva Grand. We are a group of 12 women and Kiva gives us plenty of luxurious space! The setting is beautiful and we have had a great time each year. The property does need some repair work though. One of the dishwashers isn’t working, and there’s many broken and cracked tiles on the floor various places. We do wish for instructions for the many air conditioning units. We have always had to call for a new code to get into the garage and house. These a very minor annoyance at best and it is impeccably clean!
We do pay a substantial cleaning fee and find it hard to get all the towels cleaned and folded before check out time at 10 am for 12 women. We all feel this should be done by the cleaning crew. It takes away from enjoying our last morning! Getting all the dishes in the dishwasher is fine but having to wait until the loads are finished and all dishes put away is also something we feel should be done by cleaning crew.
These things are suggestions and they certainly will not stop us from going back! It’s a lovely place!

EARLY SUMMER GET AWAY

Reviewed on 2023-05-09 by Rodger B. of Newport, AR Unknown
Updated on 2023-05-09
Review of stay from 2023-04-30 to 2023-05-07
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GREAT TIME AGAIN IN ONE OFTHE BEST AND NICEST HOMES ON THE BEACH. BEEN COMING TO THIS HOUSE FOR AT LEAST 15 YEARS AND THE UPKEEP AND BEAUTY OF IT ALWAYS MEETS OR EXCEEDS OUR EXPECTATIONS. THIS YEAR INSIDE NEW PAINT AND FURNITURE AS WELL AS OTHER NEW FURNISHINGS. POOL AND HOT TUBE ARE PERFECT AND BEACH ONLY FOOTSTEPS AWAY. WHAT ELSE CAN I SAY, PERFECT BEACH GETAWAY

We LOVE Kiva Grand!

Reviewed on 2020-04-13 by Debbie H. of Clayton, IN United States
Updated on 2020-04-13
Review of stay from 2020-03-20 to 2020-03-28
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This was our 3rd Family (22 of us) Vacation at Kiva Grand. We love this place!
The communication with the managers was great! We even extended our stay this time! The beach was closed due to Covid-19. But this did not ruin our stay. The pool and hot tub are great and the view of the Gulf is amazing! We could see the dolphins almost every morning. Highly recommend this place!

Beautiful week in Gulf Shores!

Reviewed on 2020-06-30 by Amy S. of South Jordan, UT United States
Updated on 2020-06-30
Review of stay from 2020-06-21 to 2020-06-28
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We had a wonderful week at the Kiva Grand! This is our second time staying in this home, and we loved every minute of it! The views from the verandas and the large pool keep us coming back every time! On a week that seemed super busy in town, we were grateful to be off the beaten path where the beach was not crowded and quiet. This is one of our favorite spots to vacation. Thank you!!

Amazing Beach House for Large Family!

Reviewed on 2020-04-05 by Shanelle L. of Highlandville, MO United States
Updated on 2020-04-05
Review of stay from 2020-03-15 to 2020-03-20
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The rental company was amazing to work with and everything was easy. Our house was everything we had hoped for and even prettier in person than in the pictures. Our family didn’t want to leave!

our stay at kiva grand

Reviewed on 2020-03-16 by Unknown of Nashville, IL United States
Updated on 2020-03-16
Review of stay from 2020-03-07 to 2020-03-14
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our family had a great time! the only problem was that the doors were very difficult to get locked.

Kiva Grand 2020

Reviewed on 2020-08-11 by Rex R. of Dallas, TX United States
Updated on 2020-08-26
Review of stay from 2020-07-19 to 2020-07-26
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Generally very good and great location and beautiful pool
Could use general maintenance updates and simple upgrades for such a beautiful home and price . Super family friendly with layout!
Manager response on 2020-08-26 - Response from Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc
Lori, Thank you for the 5 star review. We are so glad you enjoyed the home! We look forward to working with you in the future.

Fantastic

Reviewed on 2020-10-06 by Eric F. of Littleton, CO US
Updated on 2020-10-06
Review of stay from 2020-10-01 to 2020-10-04
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What a wonderful piece of the world you have. Thank you!

Amazing Experience!

Reviewed on 2020-12-29 by Unknown of Avondale, PA United States
Updated on 2020-12-29
Review of stay from 2020-12-22 to 2020-12-27
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Beautiful home directly on the beach just west of Gulf Shores, AL. Multiple living spaces with comfortable seating both indoors and out. The home easily accommodated our family of 12! Top notch service and communication made our trip worry-free. Large pool and hot tub with views of the beach were a hit even in December. This home is located further away from the tourist area of Gulf Shores-about a 20 minute drive to shopping and restaurants-in a safe, gated community. Wonderful overall experience!

The Personal Resort

Reviewed on 2020-05-19 by Kandy K. of Cumming, GA United States
Updated on 2020-05-19
Review of stay from 2020-05-08 to 2020-05-17
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We felt like we had our very own resort hotel! The house is spacious and beautiful. The pool and hot tub, the various gathering areas, the huge kitchen: All were truly perfect for the family that wants to hang out together. At the same time there are enough separate spaces that smaller children can play or watch a movie while adults talk or play games. The piano was a treat for our musical family too! The word that comes to mind is "enough"....enough dishes, cookware, space, beach chairs, seating, space...the list goes on and on. We hope to return to Kiva Grand over and over!

A GRAND vacation!

Reviewed on 2021-05-17 by Kandy K. of Cumming, GA United States
Updated on 2021-05-17
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We love Kiva Grand because the house is perfect for our big family. There is room in the kitchen for everyone milling around at meal time. The central living area is great for family fellowship, and there is also plenty of seating for meals all together. In addition, there are other spaces for activities when groups want to do different things. The pool, hot tub, outside space is unparallelled! We have been coming to the gulf for 30 years and no other house is quite as perfect as Kiva Grand.

Beach or Bust

Reviewed on 2020-10-19 by Nancy B. of Naugatuck, CT United States
Updated on 2020-10-19
Review of stay from 2020-10-10 to 2020-10-17
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Our trip was amazing. The house was beautiful and so comfortable. I loved the fact it was also stocked with assorted toys for kids to us and the pool area was stocked with so many things for the beach for use. The views from the decks were amazing from sun rise to sunset. It was a thrill to watch the Blue Angels fly over daily. It’s a wonderful place to reunite with family and friends. We will be back

Best ever!

Reviewed on 2021-06-04 by Unknown of shipman, IL United States
Updated on 2021-06-04
Review of stay from 2021-05-23 to 2021-05-30
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Our vacation time at kiva grand was amazing! The house was clean and spacious. That was a blessing to our large family with children of all ages! We loved the ocean view from several balconies and when we finished at the beach the pool was the next party place! Highly recommended!!

Kiva Grand 2022

Reviewed on 2021-07-27 by Rex R. of Dallas, TX United States
Updated on 2021-07-27
Review of stay from 2021-07-18 to 2021-07-25
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Good overall - living space and pool are key elements to this house
A few concerns ...
- House next door is under construction for the 3 year in a row and very noisy during the day hours in the pool and balconies
- Beach Club next door is active - so outside “peace” is not possible
- house needs quite a bit of updating and the simple repairs and upkeeps aren’t happening.

Perfect Home for Our Family Vacation

Reviewed on 2021-07-13 by Donna D. of Marietta, GA Unknown
Updated on 2021-07-13
Review of stay from 2021-07-04 to 2021-07-11
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Loved,loved,loved this house. Our family had so much room that no-one felt crowded. The house is beautiful, you just have to remember it is on the beach and expect a little beach wear and tear on the outside. The views from the balcony bedrooms are fabulous. The upstairs air was not working when we got there, but the maintenance crew was on it and got it fixed promptly. The location was great for us. Private area and not touristy, but yet close enough to the water parks and activities in Gulf Shores. A shout out to Sand Castle University for coming to us and teach us sand castle building 101. We will be returning next year and can't wait.

Another great year in the books!

Reviewed on 2021-08-03 by Robert C. of St. Charles, MO United States
Updated on 2021-08-03
Review of stay from 2021-07-25 to 2021-08-01
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The size, location, and amenities make this a perfect house for a large gathering! It was our second year at Kiva Grand and it did not disappoint.
The house is absolutely beautiful inside and out. However, the outside is showing wear and tear and could use a spruce up.

Girls trip

Reviewed on 2021-09-22 by Pat B. of Waveland, MS United States
Updated on 2021-09-22
Review of stay from 2021-09-16 to 2021-09-20
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Our women’s group was on our annual beach vacation. This was the third year at Kiva Grand. The house is perfect for us and we have booked again. The only issue we had was the beachside doors did not lock securely. I was informed that they were replacing them this winter. We have been doing our girls trip for 26 years. We have stayed in many different houses, I think we found our vacation home.

Annual girls trip

Reviewed on 2021-02-14 by Karen L. of Florence, AL United States
Updated on 2021-02-14
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Staying in Kiva Grand was such a special and fun experience. Plenty of room to social distance and enjoy time to rest and relax. The pictures don’t do justice to the home. It is truly grand. It was spotless clean and had everything we needed. The hot tub was wonderful. But the view and our walks were the highlight.

Friends beach reunion

Reviewed on 2016-06-29 by Leslie C. of Little Rock, AR United States
Updated on 2016-06-29
Review of stay from 2016-06-19 to 2016-06-26
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Kiva Grand is amazing! This was our third stay at this property and we will be back. This house never disappoints. Always very clean, well stocked, and updated. The private pool, hot tub, and beach are perfect! The house is large enough that our families can have privacy, but also has many large family areas where we come together and make memories. I'll be looking forward to our next stay.

Amazing vacation! Couldn't have been better!

Reviewed on 2016-07-19 by Andrea H. of Lewis Center, OH United States
Updated on 2016-07-19
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Kiva Grand was better than we could've ever imagined! Everything at the property was amazing! The layout of the house worked great for a large group, and everything was tidy and well maintained. There was plenty of living space and the bedrooms had ample room. We never felt like we were stepping on each other's toes and had plenty of space to spread out. The house was also very well stocked with dishes and other amenities. The pool area is huge with plenty of lounging chairs, and it was really nice having the shady area to enjoy right there. There were also lots of pool toys, floats and beach chairs to use. The beach was beautiful and very private. The property managers were extremely easy to work with and very accommodating. We only had a couple minor issues that came up during our stay...one was the need for a new grate for the grill, and another day the pool water became very cloudy. I was impressed with Geoff's quick response to both situations. I would highly recommend Kiva Grand and Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, and definitely will consider returning in the future! Thank you for an amazing vacation!

Kiva Grand

Reviewed on 2016-08-02 by Mike C. of Texarkana, AR United States
Updated on 2016-08-02
Review of stay from 2016-07-24 to 2016-07-31
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Our third year at this beautiful home.
The first time we experienced any inconveniences and they were handled by staff very efficiently.

Spectacular

Reviewed on 2016-08-31 by Carmen M. of Dallas, Texas United States
Updated on 2016-08-31
Review of stay from 2016-08-07 to 2016-08-14
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this was just perfect...all was in order. my family of 16 had a wonderful time. we cooked every night, swam in the pool every day, and went to the beach every day. we were ages 74 down to age 3. there was something for everyone.....food, games, intertainment, etc

Family Celebration

Reviewed on 2016-12-13 by Mary W. of Jefferson, LA United States
Updated on 2016-12-13
Review of stay from 2016-11-23 to 2016-11-27
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Once again we gathered from across the country for a Thanksgiving celebration and found everything as it should be and more. It's a beautiful home and setting, and we would recommend it to anyone.

Wilburns Mom 75th Bday Celebration

Reviewed on 2016-08-24 by Sherrie W. of Upper Marlboro, MD United States
Updated on 2016-08-24
Review of stay from 2016-08-19 to 2016-08-22
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Our family vacation experience at Kiva Grand was unbelievable. It exceeded every expectation we expected at the rental. We all left saying "Goodbye House", we were honored that you allowed us to vacation in your spacious, beautiful and grand home. This was a check off my bucket list that I vacationed in a million dollar home. The Life style of the Rich and Famous saying "champagne wishes and caviar dreams"! Thank You

ANOTHER WONDERFUL STAY!

Reviewed on 2017-03-20 by Pat S. of Spring, TX United States
Updated on 2017-03-20
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We just came back from our 3rd stay at Kiva Grand. We are a family of 21 - 8 adults and 13 children. The house is absolutely perfect for large gatherings. We had an issue with a shower door - sent a text to Geoff and a handy man was at the house within an hour. They definitely are on top of things. The house is an A+++. You have to stay there to appreciate all it offers. You will not be disappointed. We already have our reservation for next year!

Kiva Grand suits big families with kids

Reviewed on 2017-07-05 by Carl P. of Jamestown, NC United States
Updated on 2017-07-05
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Overall a good experience (our 11th reunion in as many destinations). The space available to spread out in is ideal. The pool area is generous. The ample toy supply and extensive library can keep any number of kids and adults occupied for weeks. Biggest negative: The Beach Club next door generates a few lazy interlopers cutting past the signs to access the beach through our walkway. One night a straggler rummaged through our ice chest and took a few stray beers. The bedrooms are big but the bathrooms, although numerous, are smallish (except the Master bathroom which is awesome). We loved the balconies and the views. The zoned cooling worked perfectly. The internet was a disaster. Bring a range extender. We'd go back, yes.

Great vacation!

Reviewed on 2017-05-30 by Unknown of Fulton, MO United States
Updated on 2017-05-30
Review of stay from 2017-05-21 to 2017-05-28
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Kiva Grand was the perfect spot for our family this year. The property is well-maintained, and just as described in terms of layout and amenities. We loved the large pool and well-stocked kitchens. We have a baby and it would have been nice for the house to have a crib and high chair, but other than that, we wanted for nothing. The owners were attentive, and all in all, we had a great time. Thanks so much! We also love the Sassy Bass, just down Ft. Morgan Road, it has delicious food and drinks and friendly staff.

ANOTHER GREAT WEEK IN MAY AT KIVA GRAND

Reviewed on 2017-05-30 by Rodger B. of Newport, AR Unknown
Updated on 2017-05-30
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BEEN STAYING AT KIVA GRAND FOR BOUT 10 YEARS AND THIS HOUSE IS AS GREAT NOW AS IT WAS THE FIRST YEAR. SUSAN AND GEOFF GABERINO ARE GREAT TO WORK WITH AND ALWAYS TAKE GOOD CARE OF ANY QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS WE MAY HAVE BEFORE ,DURING AND AFTER OUR STAY. LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT YEAR'S STAY.

Great Beach Vacation

Reviewed on 2017-08-14 by Unknown of Rayne, LA United States
Updated on 2017-08-14
Review of stay from 2017-07-23 to 2017-07-30
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Beautiful home, very nicely decorated. Plenty of space for all to find places to relax or mingle. Boardwalk to the beach was very convenient. Everyone loved the pool! The large kitchen made cooking and serving meals very nice.
A few small recommendations:
1.WIFI needs to be updated, reception is terrible. Know we are at beach to relax, but there were professional people in group who needed to be accessible at all times and not have to run around looking for good places to hear well.
2.Need more than one $15 Wal-Mart coffee pot. We had to purchase a second one.
3.I know house is in Florida on beach and I read where you are in area that has to protected, but dead palms, bushes and trash would help appearance and if outside of home is not better maintained, your amazing home will deteriorate.
4.Have slept in 2 to 5 star motels, hotels, cabins , etc. and have never had to wash towels before leaving. Buy a second set to aid in quick turnover.

January 2017 Christmas Vacation

Reviewed on 2017-01-09 by Karen S. of Defiance, MO United States
Updated on 2017-01-09
Review of stay from 2017-01-02 to 2017-01-07
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Beautiful huge home directly on the beach! Private hot tub is a super bonus. Pool wasn't heated but it was warmer than the ocean ?? There were 12 in our party so we had plenty of room. Would love to return sometime.

What a great vacation

Reviewed on 2017-03-07 by Stephanie T. of Fulshear, tx United States
Updated on 2017-03-07
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WE had the best time! We have 8 small families come together for a long weekend and this was the perfect home! The living space is perfect so we could all either be together or wander into separate places. The pool and hot tub were great and the beach access.... OMG!

Another Successful Family Holiday Celebration

Reviewed on 2017-11-28 by Mary W. of Jefferson, LA United States
Updated on 2017-11-28
Review of stay from 2017-11-22 to 2017-11-26
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We all look forward to our family Thanksgiving celebration at Kiva Grand. The house is perfect - beautiful and large enough for everyone to come and go without feeling crowded. We enjoy cooking and have high standards in that regard. Over the years, we have appreciated how well stocked the kitchen was. We did notice a bit of a "blip" this year - fewer wine glasses and coffee cups, only one coffee maker upstairs, fewer cooking pots/pans/dish towels and "things" overall, and fewer bath towels (only two per room). Certainly not enough to dampen our stay, as we already look forward to next year.

NYE 4-Family Extended weekend

Reviewed on 2017-01-04 by Unknown of new orleans, LA United States
Updated on 2017-01-04
Review of stay from 2016-12-29 to 2017-01-02
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Enjoyed our stay and cant wait to come back!

Wonderful

Reviewed on 2017-10-31 by Dennis S. of Gardendale , AL United States
Updated on 2017-10-31
Review of stay from 2017-10-26 to 2017-10-29
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The house was better than the pictures. Enough room for anything.

Best Vacation House Ever

Reviewed on 2017-04-11 by GEORGE B. of Foristell, MO United States
Updated on 2017-04-11
Review of stay from 2017-03-18 to 2017-03-25
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My wife, mother-in-law, our 6 children, 2 nephews and our sons fiancé and myself had a WONDERFUL time at Kiva Grand in March 2017!!!

The house was immaculate and very well stocked. We travel all over but always come back to Fort Morgan. Staying in Kiva at Kiva Grand was a collective decision. We will always stay at Kiva Grand as a family. The beds were comfy, the towels were freshly cleaned and the house was gorgeous...just as you would expect. Cudos to Susan and her husband, they met our every need above and beyond. This was unforgettable and we will be back...our friends are requesting to come too. God Bless you all and have a fabulous stay, don't let this one get away!

Perfect Vacation Home

Reviewed on 2018-04-07 by Pat S. of Spring, TX United States
Updated on 2018-04-07
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The photos of Kiva Grand are beautiful,but it is even better in person. This was our 4th year to vacation at Kiva Grand. If you have a large family you will not find a better fit. We have 21 in our family - mom and day, 3 daughters, 3 sons-in-law and 13 grandchildren. I have never seen a vacation home that is so well equipped. Nothing is lacking. We had a few minor issues - contacted Geoff and someone was over within the hour to fix it, Amazing. The property is extremely clean and well maintained. Every year we walk in and it just feels like home away from home. Try it. You will not regret it.
PS coming back next year and looking forward to it. The best review you can give someone is to be a repeat renter - and we are!

MAY GETAWAY FOR 7 COUPLES

Reviewed on 2018-05-15 by Rodger B. of Newport, AR Unknown
Updated on 2018-05-15
Review of stay from 2018-05-06 to 2018-05-13
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HAVE RETURNED TO KIVA GRAND EVERY YEAR FOR AROUND 10 YEARS AND PLAN ON ANOTHER 10. GREAT HOUSE FOR 7 COUPLES HOW LIKE LUXURY AMMENDITIES IN A HOUSE ON THE BEACH,WITH GREAT POOL AND HOT TUB. GOLF AND GOOD SEA FOOD ONLY MINUTES AWAY OR CAN DRIVE BACK TO GULF SHORES FOR VERY FINE DINING..ALL IN ALL GREAT PLACE TO RELAX AND ENJOY THE FINER THINGS IN LIFE.

Kiva Grand

Reviewed on 2018-07-03 by Amy S. of South Jordan, UT United States
Updated on 2018-07-03
Review of stay from 2018-06-24 to 2018-07-01
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We had a wonderful stay in the Kiva Grand. It is a lovely home with plenty of space to spread out and enjoy your stay there. The setting is beautiful and the views are amazing. The only reason I gave a few 4 stars is because the landscaping left a lot to be desired, to the point that it was distracting to the beautiful view and setting.

Perfect Reunion Spot

Reviewed on 2018-04-28 by Susan H. of Lansing, MI Unknown
Updated on 2018-04-28
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13 adults from all over the nation gathered to celebrate their friendship in a warm beautiful spot. This was it. Plenty of room to gather, or to sit quietly and read. Walks on the beach were great and we found a couple of restaurants that we enjoyed. The common rooms were especially nice for all of us to gather and share stories.

Grand House!

Reviewed on 2018-03-26 by Holly C. of Bono, AR United States
Updated on 2018-03-26
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This house is perfect for large groups! The house is well maintained and very spacious. The pool is not heated, but the hot tub is nice. There is a large cabinet full of beach, pool and sand toys for the children along with many beach chairs. The grill is charcoal and we used it a few times during our stay. The elevator was nice for loading and unloading large luggage.

2nd Family Christmas at Kiva Grand!

Reviewed on 2017-12-25 by Debbie H. of Clayton, IN United States
Updated on 2017-12-25
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We absolutely LOVE Kiva Grand! This is our second family Christmas vacation there, the first was 2015. We are a family of 21 from 6yrs to 67 yrs of age.
The house is beautiful and was very clean, and decorated beautifully for Christmas. The hot tub was used more than the pool since the pool is not heated. The beach is beautiful and we had several days warm enough to enjoy it.
The only “downside” to our week was the construction work on the house right next door. It has been under construction for 2 years. The crew was there early in the morning with usual construction noises and also loud talking and loud music which certainly detracted from the peacefulness we were hoping for.
The kitchen was lacking in decent towels/ hot pads, etc. None of the TVs were hooked up to DVDs. These are minor issues. Our overall stay was wonderful! Most of the email communication with staff was professional.


Absolutely fabulous house and location!

Reviewed on 2018-10-29 by Erin G. of Jenks, OK United States
Updated on 2018-10-29
Review of stay from 2018-10-14 to 2018-10-20
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We rented Kiva Grand for my mom's 70th birthday. 13 of us gathered at the house for 5 days of sun and fun! The house is amazing! So spacious and clean. Plenty of supplies in the kitchen for all our cooking needs. Having 2 dishwashers was pretty amazing as well. The bedrooms were spacious and beds comfortable. The pool was great as we spent a lot of time in it with the little ones. You are just steps from the beach as well. The beach, by the way, is so private! We pretty much had it to ourself or with just a few families every day. By far our favorite part of the house was the porches though! I woke up early every morning just to watch the sunrise and we'd all sit out there in the evenings for the sunset. Pretty amazing!! I'd highly recommend Kiva Grand!

Beach Vacation with Familty and Friends

Reviewed on 2019-05-14 by Karen H. of Knoxville, TN United States
Updated on 2019-05-14
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What a wonderful trip! House is exactly what we as a large group needed.
Love that they made a sunning deck and took out landscape area.

7 COUPLE RETREAT

Reviewed on 2019-05-21 by Rodger B. of Newport, AR Unknown
Updated on 2019-05-21
Review of stay from 2019-05-12 to 2019-05-19
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EXTREMLEY EASY TO RENT FROM GSVR WITH GREAT FOLLOW UP FOR ANY PROBLEMS THAT MAY ARISE DURING OUR STAY, OF WHICH WE HAD NONE.

2019 FAMILY VACATION.

Reviewed on 2019-07-09 by Unknown of Tolono, IL United States
Updated on 2019-07-09
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The house was great, especially the kitchen, the large living room, and the pool with good access to the beach. A pool table would nice in case of bad weather. Also, the charcoal grill was not up to the standards of the house. We would like to have met someone representing rental company. Overall, we were very well pleased. Question below: We live in Tolono, Il.

Kiva Grand

Reviewed on 2018-11-06 by Chauncy L. of Clarksville, TN United States
Updated on 2018-11-06
Review of stay from 2018-10-30 to 2018-11-04
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An Amazing Vacation in a Beautiful Home! Perfect location to make any vacation Fantastic!

Fantastic Family Weekend

Reviewed on 2019-09-27 by Pamela M. of Baton Rouge, LA United States
Updated on 2019-09-26
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Every year our family always anticipates the weekend set aside for our annual family gathering at Kiva Grand. The only suggestion for improvement
is access to beach rentals such as kayaking, jet skis, etc.

31st Girls Trip

Reviewed on 2019-09-23 by Pat B. of Waveland, MS United States
Updated on 2019-09-23
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House was perfect with all amenities we need. Well stocked, and maintained. Beautiful and very accommodating for our group. Loved the house.

Awesome Vacation House!

Reviewed on 2019-10-27 by Scotty D. of Springfield, TN United States
Updated on 2019-10-27
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Kiva Grand is the BEST!!! This was my family’s 4th time to visit KG and it always lives up to our expectations. The beautiful home and pool are amazing and provide many areas of entertainment and relaxation. The owner, Susan, is very helpful and responds quickly to any questions or requests. I recommend this home to any family wanting the ultimate beach experience!

Our Family Loves This Home

Reviewed on 2019-05-03 by GEORGE B. of Foristell, MO United States
Updated on 2019-05-03
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This was our second time here and we know it won’t be our last. We had a fantastic time with great weather. The house is comfortable and inviting. We enjoyed days by the pool tanning, in the hot tub or pool and of course on the beach. My wife loves building sand castles with our daughter and this year she put shells on it, it looked amazing. The added sitting area on the first floor was great to hang out and talk and listen the waves from the gulf coming in at night too. We held a dinner outside for all us and the water was glistening as the sun went down, just a really nice evening outside. The beds were comfortable and we will be coming back next year. Thanks also to Tracy and Susan for helping us with any questions we had and responding promptly.

PERFECT FAMILY TIME

Reviewed on 2014-04-16 by Pat S. of Spring, TX United States
Updated on 2014-04-16
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We are a large family - one set of grandparents, 3 children with spouses and 13 grandchildren ranging from age 2 to 16 (21 in all). This is the perfect house for a large family. With 8 bedrooms the children could gather with their cousins in their rooms or together in the large living area. The dining room table in the photo is not the same one at the house. This one is massive and wonderful - think it seats 16 people. There are also 6 stools in the kitchen area at the counter for people to eat. The kitchen is better equipped than my home. Having 2 dishwashers (in the main kitchen) and 2 refrigerators was a bonus (one refrigerator in the main kitchen upstairs and another one in the second kitchen downstairs). There are also 2 washing machines and 2 dryers. Some people who reviewed the house last year made mention that beach access would be nice. Well, there is now a great boardwalk from the house to the beach. You will also find a new shower area outside to rinse off the sand. The pool man is a source of much information if you have any questions about the area. He is discreet about coming to check on the pool in the mornings. Most reviewers said that the photos do not do the house justice and I would have to agree. You are just going to have to rent the house to see what it is like. I guarantee you will not be disappointed. We had a wonderful family get together and would certainly go back again.

Perfect for our extended family

Reviewed on 2014-08-20 by Mike C. of Texarkana, AR United States
Updated on 2014-08-20
Review of stay from 2014-07-27 to 2014-08-03
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The home was better than we could imagine. The new boardwalk made walking to the beach a breeze. Three great media areas/rooms gave our family plenty of space. Every part of the property was very clean and inviting. The property management team were very helpful and provided assistance at every opportunity. We have already booked for next year and recommended the home to friends. Time on the "almost private" beach, lounging around the pool and playing golf at Kiva Dunes and the Peninsula Club were our major activities.
Our fishing trip from the marina at Fort Morgan (8 min away) with Capt. Rick of Alabama Girl Charters was a definite treat. We limited on 15-20 lb Redfish on the Dixie Bar! This was our fifth year to vacation on the gulf and Kiva Grand is the best by far!!

Great Stay at Kiva Grand

Reviewed on 2014-07-31 by Unknown of Knoxville, TN United States
Updated on 2014-07-31
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This is a SUPER house for large family gatherings. Our only disappointment was a lack of sufficient kitchen towels for a house where so much prepping and cooking was being done. We could find only 3 towels in the kitchen. We'll be back in 2015!!!!

Week in paradise

Reviewed on 2013-09-18 by Unknown of Spring, TX United States
Updated on 2013-09-18
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Kiva grand is an amazing house! It has every thing your family and friends need to enjoy the beach. The view is spectacular from every floor of the house! My friends and I are planning to make our Kiva stay an annual tradition.

Great Vacation

Reviewed on 2014-08-12 by Ginger B. of Birmingham, AL United States
Updated on 2014-08-12
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Our family of 15 had a wonderful, restful vacation

Absolutely beautiful home, beach front, well taken care of

Reviewed on 2014-04-17 by Jodi S. of St Louis, MO United States
Updated on 2014-04-17
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This home is pure luxury. It is beautiful, huge, well laid out, very clean, million dollar ocean views, two kitchens, and right on the beach. Any maintenance issues are quickly resolved. I can't wait to spend another week there.

Best house on the beach

Reviewed on 2013-09-26 by Martha C. of Brandon, MS United States
Updated on 2013-09-26
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There were a few maintenance issues. The ice makers did not work at all. Some were distressed that the WiFi was not working. The coffee pot was not functional. In Prior years, there had been several good coffee makers. This year there was one Mr. Coffee that took over 30 minutes to make. There was a smoke detector that had a low battery, we called and no one came to service it. Other than minor items it is a great place

Hamilton Family Vacation

Reviewed on 2014-08-24 by thomas h. of Greenville, OH United States
Updated on 2014-08-24
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We had our first family vacation during the week of 8/17/2014. The home was exactly as described. The location was approx. 1/2 hrs from the main area of gulf shores, not a big deal. It was just as the pictures show. Having the boardwalk from the home to the ocean was great. The kids would go down to the beach, then to the outside shower to wash off the sand, then into the outstanding pool. We had 7 adults, and 9 grand kids. More than enough space for everyone. A couple of little problems did come up, but were taken care of right away. Great communication with the management staff. Home was clean when we arrived, and all they ask you to do when leaving is leave it as you found it. Plenty of toys for the kids, both play and pool/beach items. The ice machine worked wonderful. When we plan another family vacation we would come back. Grand kids and most of the adults didn't want to leave. They are building another home next door, but it wasn't that big of a deal. Kiva Grand thanks for a great family vacation!
Went to LuLu's twice, Bahama Bob's, and Hazel's Kitchen, the seafood was wonderful.

Dream Location

Reviewed on 2013-12-05 by Unknown of Lewisburg, WV United States
Updated on 2013-12-05
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This is an amazing property with a panoramic view of the gulf , both sunrises ans sunsets. Very nicely furnished throughout and multiple outdoor spaces , sunny and shaded. Definition of total relaxation.

Perfect location for family vacation

Reviewed on 2014-05-20 by Unknown of richardson, TX United States
Updated on 2014-05-20
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The home is perfect for larger family vacations. Even with 20+ people in the house, there was still plenty of room for everyone to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and amenities. I would highly recommend this property, and hope that our family can return to enjoy it another time.

great group retreat

Reviewed on 2014-03-03 by Rose B. of Hoover, AL United States
Updated on 2014-03-03
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we had totally positive help from the beginning to the end of our stay. We hope to return for another beautiful beach stay.

Beautiful Home/Setting for Family Gathering

Reviewed on 2014-12-02 by Mary W. of Jefferson, LA United States
Updated on 2014-12-02
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We were fortunate to find this home for our annual family gathering (18-20 of us with college age+ kids). Beautiful and high-end in a comfortable way - pictures don't capture how nice it is - so much more than a generic rental. Right on the beach in a private setting. Easier to access than the Gulf Shores stretch. Close to shopping, movies, grocery. Manager was great and responsive. We have booked it 3 years in a row now.

Review of Kiva Grand for period from June 30 thru July 6

Reviewed on 2014-07-22 by Robert P. of Dallas, TX United States
Updated on 2014-09-02
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It's a great house for a family vacation and we have stayed there before. However, this time the house was not completely clean and my daughter had to clean her bathroom before she could use it.
The pool and spa were not clean when we arrived and we could not use them until a day after we arrived.
The wifi was not working and was not repaired while we were there. Very inconvenient.

There was no house phone, but we had a lot of cell phones so that was a minor problem.

The owner was very responsive to any problem we encountered but not all the problems were solved while we were there.
Manager response on 2014-09-02 - Response from Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc
Please, please, please let us know when things need to be done. It sounds like the housekeeper missed a bathroom and would absolutely have come back to fix it. We missed checking the house before the guests arrived because we got stuck in holiday weekend traffic and they arrived before we could get there. In this case, we knew about the pool first thing that morning and our pool man worked on it most of the day. It was not at all that it had not been cleaned. In Summer the pool man comes on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. The previous guests' children had poured at least one huge container of bubbles into the pool & spa and left plastic bottles and toys blocking the skimmer. With 20+ people swimming in it and July heat, that can & did cause an algae bloom between when the pool was checked on Thursday, and when it was checked again on Sunday morning. It had to be "shocked". So it definitely had been cleaned (and cleaned and cleaned and cleaned throughout that day), but due to the previous guests, was not usable from the 4 pm check-in time until the next morning. Luckily the house is beachfront and there are 2 neighborhood pools. The wifi was a service provider issue that our techs could not resolve. Many issues they can fix quickly, but sometimes Mediacom has to come and they never come quickly.

2014 FAMILY VACATION IN PARADISE!

Reviewed on 2014-09-15 by Wade O. of Louisville, KY United States
Updated on 2014-09-15
Review of stay from 2014-08-22 to 2014-08-28
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I would like to be able to take some credit for the planning of the most memorable vacation that our family has ever taken. However this credit has to go to my wife "Michelle"! She found the perfect getaway! The house was incredible! The memories made unforgettable! The family time together irreplaceable! Our family is a very busy family and very seldom have the opportunity to spend a week together. This was the perfect private location with all the accommodations to make very special memories. The dolphins that frequently visited us was icing on the cake! The house was large enough that we never felt crowded in any way! The kitchen was very well equipped! The views from the balconies where breath taking! We simply didn't want to leave! We can not wait to return. The property management team was very professional and accommodating. The name of this property describes it very well - GRAND!

Sept 7-10 2014

Reviewed on 2014-09-29 by Kim E. of Malden, MA United States
Updated on 2014-09-29
Review of stay from 2014-09-07 to 2014-09-11
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It is a wonderful location and home. It met or exceeded our expectations in nearly every aspect. We held a regional sales meeting with just 7 people at the house and it huge and provided more space than we even needed. There were a couple of very minor issues, door handle on a patio door falling off, but they didn't detract for a great experience. My only comment would be that that house needs a nice gas grill versus what is offered today. We would not hesitate to return again

Absolutely Priceless

Reviewed on 2014-10-14 by Unknown of Florence, Al United States
Updated on 2014-10-14
Review of stay from 2014-09-24 to 2014-09-28
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The most awesome vacation ever. Our family made memories to last forever. We appreciated the privacy,beauty and modern conveniences that make it easy for everyone.

Wonderful adult family vacation.

Reviewed on 2015-04-28 by Carol U. of Grand Rapid, MI United States
Updated on 2015-04-28
Review of stay from 2015-04-12 to 2015-04-26
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This house was perfect for a two-week family vacation with adults (25-72)and one infant coming from Michigan to the west coast.

Exceeded Expectations

Reviewed on 2014-09-18 by Pamela M. of Baton Rouge, LA United States
Updated on 2014-09-18
Review of stay from 2014-09-04 to 2014-09-07
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Our family weekend at Kiva Grand was awesome! It was like having your own private resort. The managers promptly responded to questions via email. The app was a great convenience.

Our Great Fall Getaway

Reviewed on 2014-10-28 by Rose A. of Cumming, GA United States
Updated on 2014-10-28
Review of stay from 2014-10-19 to 2014-10-26
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Our family of 12 just returned from a beautiful week at this beautiful mansion and enjoyed every minute. The management company quickly responded to our request and we were comfortable and happy. The house was more beautiful than described and well appointed. I highly recommend a week at this resort type mansion.

Great Family Vacation

Reviewed on 2015-07-11 by jeffrey s. of pickerington, ohio United States
Updated on 2015-07-29
Review of stay from 2015-06-28 to 2015-07-05
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The home is beautifully set between Kiva Golf Course and the beach. Doesn't get any better than that. The home itself was beautifully decorated and the layout of the bedrooms was awesome. We loved the pool and all the outside amenities made are stay very family oriented.
The only real negative was the landscaping. Given a good week of outside work and some planting would make the property pop.
Manager response on 2015-07-29 - Response from Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc
Unfortunately Kiva Dunes is a conservation area and the beachfront lots are now only allowed native plants so it is a real challenge to create a landscaped look. Given the choice, the deal struck with the regulatory agencies allowed a huge pool area but other areas had to be left natural.

Celebration time!!

Reviewed on 2015-06-05 by Dan W. of Hoover, Alabama United States
Updated on 2015-06-05
Review of stay from 2015-05-24 to 2015-05-31
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We decided to celebrate our 60th wedding anniversary with our children and grandchildren on the beach. In searching the internet for a home that would be suitable for our family on the beautiful Alabama beach we found KIVA GRAND. This home exceeded our expectations. It is beautifully furnished with ample room for everyone to relax and enjoy time alone or spending time with everyone talking, eating or laughing together. The large TV room was furnished with ample seating and large enough for all our sports loving fans to enjoy together. There were many "wows" as we entered the home on the lower level but many more "oh wows" as we explored each level. Needless to say the beautiful white sand on the beach kept us occupied for many hours and the large swimming pool and hot tub was a super bonus. The house is so lovely and comfortable that there were 5 or 6 of us that never left the house for the entire stay. Looking forward to returning in the very near future.

Wonderful Home

Reviewed on 2015-08-12 by Ginger B. of Birmingham, AL United States
Updated on 2015-08-12
Review of stay from 2015-08-02 to 2015-08-09
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We had a wonderful time. The home was perfect for our 15 member family and is appointed well with privacy throughout. We loved that the baby could be taken downstairs when he woke up first so he wouldn't wake everyone else. The pool was great since there were many jellyfish when we were there. Great experience!

Family Vacation/August 2015

Reviewed on 2015-08-25 by Ron C. of Prosper, Texas United States
Updated on 2015-08-25
Review of stay from 2015-08-16 to 2015-08-23
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This house and location was superb, for a family of 18. The pol is large and beautiful. Private boardwalk to the beach was very convenient. The house is nicely furnished and very spacious. Great managers, very responsive and helpful. We will definitely be back.

Best Vacation Rental ever!

Reviewed on 2015-09-29 by Martha C. of Brandon, MS United States
Updated on 2015-09-29
Review of stay from 2015-09-23 to 2015-09-27
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This was the fifth year for our group of friends to stay at this house. It has been improved every year, which we greatly appreciate. We love it and hope everyone who comes there will love it as if it were their own. Hope to be back.

Great holiday once again!

Reviewed on 2015-12-15 by Mary W. of Jefferson, LA United States
Updated on 2015-12-21
Review of stay from 2015-11-25 to 2015-11-29
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Another lovely Thanksgiving at Kiva Grand! Couldn't ask for more.

Kiva Grand is GRAND!!!

Reviewed on 2015-10-07 by Scotty D. of Springfield, TN United States
Updated on 2015-10-07
Review of stay from 2015-09-27 to 2015-10-04
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Our vacation was fabulous and the house was awesome. Our family consist of 14 adults and 3 children. The house exceeded our expectations and needs. We have found the perfect house and location for our family event. Thank you Susan and Geoff!!

Kiva Grand October 4-11, 2015

Reviewed on 2015-10-13 by Robert M. of Jeffersonville , IN United States
Updated on 2015-10-13
Review of stay from 2015-10-04 to 2015-10-11
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tbis was our third time staying at Kiva Grand and once again we had a perfect vacation . The home has so many personal touches to it that it makes you feel like royalty while staying there. It was very clean. Management was easy to contact and quick to reply. The only thing that would make it better would be to have a stronger signal for the wifi. We are already planning a return for next year.

Best vacation home ever!

Reviewed on 2015-09-30 by Pamela M. of Baton Rouge, LA United States
Updated on 2015-09-30
Review of stay from 2015-09-04 to 2015-09-07
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This was our family's second stay at Kiva Grand. We especially love the quality of the furnishings, all the outdoor spaces overlooking the beach, the spacious pool area and the easy access to the beach. Also, the beach is never overly crowded.

oct trip

Reviewed on 2015-10-19 by deanna l. of Rock Island, IL United States
Updated on 2015-10-19
Review of stay from 2015-10-11 to 2015-10-16
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everything was wonderful !!- the only suggestion we have is the pool steps really need a handrail-

Family Favorite Vacation

Reviewed on 2016-04-11 by Dan D. of Edwartdsburg, MI United States
Updated on 2016-04-11
Review of stay from 2016-04-01 to 2016-04-09
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This is the 5th year that we have stayed at Kiva Grand. It has become our favorite family vacation with grandchildren. This home, the pool, and beach provide the perfect destination for fun and relaxation. We had 7 days of beautiful weather which made it extra special.

Family gathering

Reviewed on 2015-11-09 by Rose A. of Cumming, GA United States
Updated on 2015-11-09
Review of stay from 2015-10-17 to 2015-10-24
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Our entire family has vacationed here twice now and just love this home! The home is spacious, clean and most of all comfortable. It's well equipped kitchen is a joy to work in even when there's more than one cook in the kitchen. While we had a very windy week, the balconies offered refuge and sun out of the winds so we thoroughly enjoyed our days. A beautiful home I highly recommend!!

Excellent property

Reviewed on 2016-06-20 by Elicia F. of Lewisburg, TN United States
Updated on 2016-06-20
Review of stay from 2016-02-12 to 2016-02-15
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We brought friends and family together to celebrate our anniversary and could not be more happy with our stay. This property exceeded our expectations!

Best Place Ever

Reviewed on 2016-04-15 by Beverly V. of Lafayette, LA United States
Updated on 2016-04-15
Review of stay from 2016-03-26 to 2016-03-30
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My family and I had a memorable stay at Grand Kiva. This lovely vacation home is in a great location and was very clean and attractive. Also, the management was very helpful with this fine vacation rental.

VACATION AT KIVA GRAND MAY 2016

Reviewed on 2016-06-02 by Rodger B. of Newport, AR Unknown
Updated on 2016-06-02
Review of stay from 2016-05-08 to 2016-05-15
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THIS WAS OUR 9TH OR 10TH STRAIGHT YEAR AT KIVA GRAND AND IT WAS EVERY MUCH AS NICE THIS YEAR AS THE FIRST,THE PERFECT VACATION HOUSE FOR LARGE FAMILY OR GROUP,EVERYTHING FROM THE FURNISHINGS TO THE POOL TO HOW CLEAN AND FRESH THE WHOLE PROPERTY IS MAINTAINED MAKES THIS THE PERFECT VACATION HOUSE IN GULF SHORES.

Exceeded our Expectations

Reviewed on 2016-05-01 by Baxter T. of Oak Ridge, TN United States
Updated on 2016-05-01
Review of stay from 2016-04-09 to 2016-04-15
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Very large gathering area and super kitchen. Two sets of washer dryers and two kitchens. Very well stock kitchens with utensils. Had a couple of minor problems which were attended to immediately. Would definitely book here again.

Marbury Family Vacation

Reviewed on 2016-05-24 by cindy m. of Birmingham, AL United States
Updated on 2016-05-24
Review of stay from 2016-05-15 to 2016-05-22
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Our vacation was an awesome experience. The house was just amazing, very clean, very well thought out and organized, and so much room. The house is great if you have a large family.

The Daugthers and sons family reunion of Carrie simpson

Reviewed on 2016-05-17 by Berkley S. of Dothan, Alabama United States
Updated on 2016-05-17
Review of stay from 2016-04-24 to 2016-05-01
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The family have a great stay . We r going to book the house for another trip in 2017 .

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