Orange Beach

Fall 2025

Oasis 611

NOTES

About the condo....

  • ​Pros
    • Covered parking; elevators; single floor; nice pool area; 
    • Very nice 4-bedroom condo with plenty of room; nice couches and large dining table.
    • Super corner deck with lot of furniture  
  • Cons
    • Advertised there was an ice maker built in the wet bar, but it was missing.
    • PLenty of room in living room and kitchen, burt bedrooms were smaller without chest of drawers.
    • Need new blender and more kitchen utensils.
  • Remember
    • Bring extra kitchen towels

The weather...

  • Sep 24 (Wed) - Rain a good part of the drive down I-65 but cleared up after Montgomery.  87° when we got to Orange Beach.
  • Sep 25 (Thu) - 75° with rain starting around 9:00. High only 83°
  • Sep 26 (Fri) - 74° with a high of 82. There is a 40% chance of rain forecasted for today. We had 1.4” of rain in past 24 hours.
  • Sep 27 (Sat) - 71° with a high of 85. There is 0% chance of rain forecasted for today. 
  • Sep 28 (Sun) - 71° with a high of 86. There is 0% chance of rain forecasted for today. Low humidity.
  • Sep 29 (Mon) - 72° with a high of 87. There is 0% chance of rain forecasted for today. 
  • Sep 30 (Tue) -  69° with a high of 85. There is 0% chance of rain forecasted for today. We had 0” of rain in past 24 hours.

Cost

  • 6 Nights (Sep 24-30, 2025)
    • $3,919.64 + $136.46 insurance = $4,056.10
    • $1,352.03/couple (3 couples + insurance)
    • $676.02/night

Weather

2025 Orange Beach - Day 1 - Wed, 9.24.2025

Smyrna, TN to Orange Beach, AL

  • Day 1
    • In Smyrna 70° with a high of only 79. There is 60% chance of rain forecasted for today. We had 0.84” of rain in past 24 hours.
      • We headed to beach today. We picked up David and Gwen at 6:45. Traffic was heavy on 840. Waze told us to get off at Almaville Road to bypass the heavy traffic. We took at a right on 96, left on Rehoboth, right on Patterson to 31/41 and finally back onto 840 (this detail was for you, Caleb). We stopped in Athens for breakfast at Bojangles for quick bite. Rain started and it rained off and on until we got to Montgomery.
      • Traffic was backed up I-65 because they seemed to by moving oversized Mobile homes down the interstate. Once, the emergency vehicle pulled to the left to block both lanes right in front of me. I dropped from 70 to 40 mph and almost rearended him.
      • We stopped for a break and got back on interstate before the mobile home caught up with us. Later there was a group of carnival vehicles pulled off onto right shoulder as one of their food trailers had become disconnected and ended up in the median.
      • We exited I-65 at Exit 37 and filled up with gas at the Marathon. This was only our 3rd stop since leaving home. We got onto I-10 for a few miles and exited onto Baldwin Beach Expressway at the Bucees exit. Traffic was very heavy as we neared Guld Shores.
      • We were at DeSoto's for dinner around 3:30. After dinner we checked in to condo, unloaded the vehicles and waited on groceries to be delivered. Condo said they had an ice machine, but we never found it. We did buy ice from a vending machine on property ($7 for 14 lb).
      • Most went to be early as day of traveling is tiring.

2025 Orange Beach - Day 2 - Thu, 9.25.2025

Orange Beach, AL

  • Day 2
    • 75° with a high of 83. There is 80% chance of rain forecasted for today. We had only 0.03” of rain in past 24. hours.
    • We got up early.  Sandra and Patsy took sunrise pics.  Paul (on the beach) and Lynn (on the street) to walks and then came to make breakfast. David cooked the bacon, Lynn made pancakes, and Paul set the table and cleaned up. People stared out the windows watching it rain so we ate inside. All one could do was stare out the windows at the rain.
    • Sandra, Gwen and Patsy worked on puzzle after breakfast while Lynn updated the blog from Wednesday.
    • We watched Paul’s videos on YouTube to include "Life On a Page".
    • We got dressed and got ready to leave for dinner. We wanted to get the Disabled placard out of truck, but Patsy's key fob was dead. We manually used the key to unlock the truck, but the alarm went off. Lynn ran into Condo to get the other key to turn off alarm. We later got a new battery for Patsy's fob.
    • We had dinner at the Original Oyster House. We recognized one of the waiters who was from Frankin, TN. He first waited on us about 15 years ago. He has worked there for 33 years.
    • We came home and had some key lime pie. Patsy placed a delivery order at Walmart, but the credit card got messed up so Lynn and Patsy drove to Walmart to get supplies for grilling burgers on Friday.
    • We watched some TV before going to bed.

2025 Orange Beach - Day 3 - Fri, 9.26.2025

 Orange Beach, AL

  • Day 3
    • The temperature was 74° with a high of 82. There is a 40% chance of rain forecasted for today. We had 1.4” of rain in past 24 hours.
      • We got up early but no sunrise pics as it was cloudy and foggy. It was a calm, wind-free morning for coffee on the deck. It rained a lot last night so we moved some furniture around to let it dry.
      • Paul and I walked on the beach (not together though). Lynn did more bird pictures than walking.
      • The ladies cooked breakfast of sausage, biscuits, eggs and gravy. We ate out on the deck. It's a beautiful day.
      • We went down and sat by the pool for a while. Some walked in the beach. We went up around noon for snacks and spent a couple of hours on the deck.
      • We played some Farkle. Patsy won. The men went down to the condo’s grill and did an excellent job cooking  burgers and onions. We came back up and ate them on the balcony. 
      • The internet was out for about 4 hours so we played Flip 7 and Garbage.  UVA beat Florida State 46-38 in 2OT. The internet came back up so we watched the highlights from the game.

2025 Orange Beach - Day 4 - Sat, 9.27.2025

Orange Beach, AL

  • Day 4
    • 71° with a high of 85. There is 0% chance of rain forecasted for today. We had 0” of rain in past 24 hours.
    • Breakfast this morning were donuts from City Donuts. The lemon filled, chocolate covered donuts and apple fritters did not disappoint. We ate the donuts and watched the guy put out the umbrellas and chairs. He is impressive, carrying 8 chairs at a time. I think we figured out his process.
    • Paul (on the beach) and Lynn (on the street) went for a walk. Afterwards, we had a staff meeting to determine food options for remainder of the stay. We decided to eat lunch at Bahama Bob's.
    • We came home and watched Tennessee and Mississippi State play football. Tennessee won in overtime 41-34.
    • We played Golf and Sandra won.

2025 Orange Beach - Day 5 - Sun, 9.28.2025

 Orange Beach, AL

  • Day 5
    • 71° with a high of 86. There is 0% chance of rain forecasted for today. We had 0” of rain in past 24 hours.
    • Breakfast this morning was sausage and eggs. We walked over to Bagel Boy’s and got some great bagels. Paul (on the beach) and Lynn (on the street) went for a walk. Afterwards we watched church.
    • Sandra and Gwen walked on beach while some watched some NFL sports. Titans lost.
    • We got cleaned up, took our group photo and went to dinner at Doc’s Seafood where they have best shrimp in the civilized world. We did some shopping on the way back and then headed back to condo. Some sat by the pool and had drinks and others went to beach.
    • We watched some tv but no games were played.

2025 Orange Beach - Day 6 - Mon, 9.29.2025

Orange Beach, AL

  • Day 6
    •  71° with a high of 86. There is 0% chance of rain forecasted for today. We had 0” of rain in past 24 hours.
    • Paul (on the beach) and Lynn (on the street) went for a walk.
    • Breakfast this morning was biscuits, bacon and eggs out on the patio.
    • It was a lazy day. We went to The Gulf for lunch, a location on the gulf made from shipping containers. It was a beautiful with great food.
    • We came home and started gathering stuff to pack up.

2025 Orange Beach - Day 7 - Tue, 9.30.2025

Orange Beach to Smyrna

  • Day 7
    • 69° with a high of 85. There is 0% chance of rain forecasted for today. We had 0” of rain in past 24 hours.
    • We packed up and headed home around 6:45 am. We had breakfast at Bucees in Robertsdale and filled up truck with gas. We had lunch at Chick-fil-a near Hoover. The drive was uneventful and we got home about 3:30 pm.

Oasis 611


Restaurants

  • Orange Beach
    • * City Donut
    • Cosmos Restaurant and Bar - Off the beaten path in Orange Beach, Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar is far from ordinary. Serving fresh and eclectic food since day one.
    • * GT's on the Bay -  GTs On The Bay sits overlooking Wolf Bay. With stunning views and bay front dining, GTs features a diverse and one-of-kind menu. 
    • * Big Mike's Steakhouse -   We are grilling up the best steaks on the Gulf Coast but we've still got amazing seafood for our seafood loving friends!
    • * CoastAL Orange Beach - Great food, live music, and the best views of the Gulf of Mexico!
    • The Flying Harpoon - Unique eats and laid back atmosphere.
    • Ruby Slipper - Cheery cafe serving signature omelets, Southern brunch fare & cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere in Orange Beach.
    • The Gulf - Outdoor venue made from old shipping containers offering seafood, American fare & a full bar.
    • Cobalt, the Restaurant - Seafood & happy hours on an expansive patio at a busy spot with boat slips for those coming by sea.
    • Brick & Spoon - Chain serving Cajun-Creole breakfast fare, sandwiches & cocktails in a stylish, contemporary space.
    •  Cactus Cantina - Laid back Mexican cuisine buy the beach.
    • OSO at Bear Point -  Seafood, burgers, steaks and more. Enjoy amazing views from our main and upstairs dining, outside decks and tiki bar. 
    • * Zeke's Marina Landing -  Perfect for lunch or a romantic date night with a place for the kids to play safely.


  • Map of Restaurants​
  • Gulf Shores
    • *  Fish River Grill - A Funky Junky Redneck Joint • Home of Swamp Soup • Where the locals love to eat!
    • * Bahama Bob's Beachside Cafe - Top rated seafood and American cuisine 3 years in a row.
    • * Doc's Seafood -   Doc’s Seafood Shack and Oyster Bar prides itself in providing you the very best in Gulf Coast Seafood, including, Doc’s world famous fried shrimp
    • Gulf Shores Seafood - If you’re in a rush, looking to save time, and desiring a taste of Gulf Coast Seafood, then tryout one of our Meals To Go!
    • * Shrimp Basket - Informal chain outpost offering a variety of fried seafood dishes & an oyster bar.
    • * Tacky Jack's - Festive Gulf Coast fixture offers outside dining, live music & American eats in rustic digs.
    •  Cactus Cantina - Laid back Mexican cuisine by the beach.
    • * Original Oyster House - Considered the best family-friendly, waterfront seafood restaurant on the Gulf Coast
    • * The Hangout - Join us this winter for the best entertainment and Snowbird specials. Roaring Through the Decades Dance Night on Monday, Bingo Night on Wednesday and Paint Classes on Sunday.
    • * DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen -  Alabama’s favorite family restaurants features fresh seafood, chicken, pasta, steak, home style sides, salads and sandwiches. 
    • * LuLu's -  At LuLu’s, we serve scratch-made menu options with recipes created by Lucy Buffett herself. 
    • Acme Oyster House -  I turned non believers into oyster eaters!! Eat, laugh and love with us over an authentic New Orleans seafood meal.  


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