Stories from the Coast
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Market updates, vacation planning guides, and the stories behind managing coastal properties.
Aug 31, 2026
33rd Annual Orange Beach Seafood Festival and Car Show set for Feb. 22, 2025 at The Wharf!
The 33rd Annual Orange Beach Seafood Festival and Car Show takes place February 22, 2025 at The Wharf, featuring seafood, crafts, live music, and classic vehicles.
Aug 31, 2026
Agent Referral Program
Earn 2% ongoing commission referring homeowners to Coastal Stays' full-service property management in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Perdido Key.
Aug 31, 2026
April 2026 Market Snapshot
Baldwin County housing report for April 2026 shows strong resort market growth with rising prices and increased sales activity across Gulf Coast properties.
Aug 31, 2026
Baldwin County March 2025 Housing Report
Baldwin County's housing market showed strong growth in March 2025, with increased listings, sales revenue, and prices across resort and residential areas.
Aug 31, 2026
📊 Baldwin County Market Update: A Tale of Two Markets
November 2025 Baldwin County real estate analysis reveals diverging markets: resort areas saw price corrections while residential neighborhoods showed steady appreciation and increased sales.
Aug 31, 2026
Daydreaming about that vacation home?
Explore key considerations before buying a vacation home, from affordability and lifestyle fit to usage frequency and rental potential.
Aug 31, 2026
December 2025 Market Snapshot
December 2025 Baldwin County real estate market data for Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, and surrounding areas, showing pricing trends and sales activity.
Aug 31, 2026
Happy Thanksgiving from Robb & Kelly Colley and Coastal Stays! 🦃🌊🍁
Thanksgiving greetings from Robb & Kelly Colley and the Coastal Stays team, celebrating gratitude with Gulf Coast vacation rental owners and guests.
Aug 31, 2026
How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Discover family-friendly and adult New Year's Eve events in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, from Flora-Bama's bash to Lulu's noon countdown and the Wharf's marlin drop.
Aug 31, 2026
Is Managing Your Vacation Rental Wearing You Out?
Discover how Coastal Stays Vacation Rentals transforms stressful beach rentals into profitable, hands-free investments with full-service management.
Aug 31, 2026
Things to Do During Memorial Day Weekend
Explore Memorial Day weekend activities in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, from Historic Fort Morgan to dolphin cruises, fishing charters, and watersports.
Aug 31, 2026
Why Invest in Vacation Rentals?
Explore the financial benefits of vacation rental investment, including cash flow, leverage, tax advantages, and long-term appreciation potential.