Beach rentals brisk but last-minute - al.com

Beach rentals brisk but last-minute - al.com: "A two-bedroom, two-bath condominium unit on the beach in Gulf Shores that sleeps six: $1,500 to $1,900 a week.

A five-bedroom, five bath Gulf-front house in Orange Beach that sleeps 16: $4,800 a week.

Watching dolphins play in the surf from your balcony: Priceless."