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4BR/3BA with Private Beach, Pier/Boat Lift, Dog Friendly, Free Kayaks, Best WiFi

Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, DVD player, video library, stereo
Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

Within a short walk of Dauphin Island Beaches, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of West End Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • West End Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • University of South Alabama - 53 min drive - 45.2 miles
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 55 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Fort Morgan - 56 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

4BR/3BA with Private Beach, Pier/Boat Lift, Dog Friendly, Free Kayaks, Best WiFi

New owners in 2022! If you have dates that are less than 7 days, please contact us and we will try to accommodate the dates.

Our 4 BR/3BA 1400-square foot open floor plan one-floor home is on the west end of Dauphin Island with a well-equipped kitchen, new furniture, and amazing views of both the Bay and Gulf. We can accommodate 8 Adults if someone sleeps on the pullout couch (no Adult on the top bunk). We just added a Master Bath in March 2023. Included is Xfinity’s highest speed internet WiFi for streaming (or work…). New washer/dryer. Great room has large flat screen with blu-ray/DVD player, and hook-up for your own media (Roku, Firestick, laptop, etc). Gas grill out back with outdoor table/chairs and a lower deck with picnic table and more chairs.

On a half-acre, our home has its own sandy beach front perfect for playing or sunning, and a pier/dock where you can fish, swim, crab, or just chill. Bring your boat or wave runners! We have a lift on our pier, too. For those who haven’t visited Dauphin Island before, the Bay side water is calmer and safer for families with younger children and our pier has a swim-up ladder at the end, but if you want the waves, you have private Gulf access right across the street! Use our beach wagon to pull your cooler and gear, or just drive over. We also provide three FREE kayaks and paddles for your use (2 singles and a tandem). We have a beach tent, coolers, beach towels, and chairs. Very relaxing to get out on the water on the Bay side. We’ve also accumulated a bunch of beach toys – buckets, boogie boards, etc, for your use. A couple fishing poles and crab traps, too. Completely loaded for a great day at the beach.

Master bedroom has a King bed, Master Bath, and private sitting area. Second bedroom has a Queen, third has two twins, and fourth has a bunkbed (no adults on top bunk). There is a sleeper sofa with an upgraded mattress that is actually comfortable. We provide linens for every reservation, including Fresh comforters (from our years of renting, we’ve found out that not many rental properties do).

And don’t forget Puppers!!! We are dog friendly!

Dauphin Island has so much to offer: great restaurants, beautiful beaches, the Isle Dauphine Golf Club, a small aircraft airport, and an Audubon Bird Sanctuary that has a 2.5-mile trail that empties out onto a beautiful beach where you won’t find a lot of people. You can also visit historic Fort Gaines on the island. There is a ferry that travels between Dauphin Island and Gulf Shores if you’re wanting to explore. If you’re an avid golfer, the Robert Trent Jones Trail begins about 30-minutes away in Mobile. And the USS Alabama is docked in Mobile Bay if you want to tour.

There is a dog fee and security deposit. Additional dogs are $15/night.

If there are any special requests, just ask us. A discount may be applied for stays of 28 days or longer during non-peak season.

Come relax in our beach home.

To learn more about Dauphin Island, read this: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/often-overlooked-island-alabama-beautiful-004826859.html
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Private beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 14 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Adult on top bunk.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Dauphin Island within a short 10-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches. You'll also find Dauphin Island Public Beach and West End Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is 4BR/3BA with Private Beach, Pier/Boat Lift, Dog Friendly, Free Kayaks, Best WiFi good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at 4BR/3BA with Private Beach, Pier/Boat Lift, Dog Friendly, Free Kayaks, Best WiFi?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is about 27.7 mi away. Another top airport is Mobile Regional Airport (MOB), which is around 30 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 4BR/3BA with Private Beach, Pier/Boat Lift, Dog Friendly, Free Kayaks, Best WiFi?

Yes, every accommodation at 4BR/3BA with Private Beach, Pier/Boat Lift, Dog Friendly, Free Kayaks, Best WiFi comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Reviews

4BR/3BA with Private Beach, Pier/Boat Lift, Dog Friendly, Free Kayaks, Best WiFi Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

robin m., Theodore, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an excellent time enjoying the well stocked home with lots of amenities. We enjoyed the beach, on the bay side, out in the back of the home. The views from the kitchen of the Gulf across the road were great as well.We caught so many great fish of the private dock and enjoyed swimming and kayaking. During our stay, we caught red fish, speck, flounder, white trout and more! Our dogs loved laying on the dock as we soaked everything in. The sunsets were so nice. The back deck and the rocking chairs were great for morning coffee or just chilling during the day. We were able to catch the full big red/orange blood moon on the last night there.The owners were very attentive and communicated well with us. We hope to visit again in the future.
Red Fish
Small Flounder
Small Speckled trout
Horseshoe crab
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great space for peace

Alabama Hideaway has everything to meet your needs and then some. Pete and Darlette have thought of every necessity for a great week. The setting was beautiful and peaceful. A perfect place for equal parts rest and recreation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property and host! We will definitely stay again on our next trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful time was had by all. We caught flounder early in the morning in the bay. We also enjoyed the kayaks. The kitchen was well stocked. We'd definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

It was amazing. Loved every moment
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jessica f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Vacation!!

We saw dolphins on the first day from the deck!! House was excellent, no concerns. We enjoyed sitting on the deck playing games and watching sunset! Great place to relax and rewind!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was perfect! We had our own beach on bar side perfect for swimming, kayaking, and shell searching. With my wife, myself and our two adult daughters, the 3 separate baths were great. It was a minimal walk to the gulf side beach when we went for the waves. The deck off of the living room was great for having morning coffee, playing games, grilling, and eating. The ceiling fan made the warm temps feel fine. The owners were very helpful with questions and their book of information was terrific. Our pups enjoyed it as well. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H., Birmingham

Liked: Cleanliness

Best of the bay!

Owners are very attentive. The house is well stocked and has plenty of toys. We will hook again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful and well stocked

We usually book the same condo in Gulf Shores for spring break, but this time we needed to travel with our dog and wanted to invite the grandparents. The house was perfect! We loved having the dock on the sound as well as a four minute walk to the Gulf beach access. We didn’t bother with getting a free parking pass for it. We took full advantage of everything our hosts provided—fishing, kayaks, fishing from kayaks, crab traps (my dad was most excited about that prospect, but we only caught hermit crabs, lol. ). All we brought for the beach was our umbrella and swimsuits! There were plenty of beach towels and chairs. It definitely saved us room in the car for the dog and all of his stuff. The house is stocked with all sorts of movies (be sure to check the black cases in the cabinet). “Jaws” was the perfect movie for our arrival night. The house was very comfortable, we all slept so well and the kitchen had everything we needed, including a hand mixer to make frosting for a cake my mom baked at home. The day before we left we discovered it even had cake pans, so she could have baked it there. I really appreciated that it is not on the main island road, so there was no traffic out front. Thanks for being such welcoming and generous hosts. I would definitely love to plan a return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dauphin Island Retreat

Really well appointed and clean cottage perfect for two couples or a couple of families with small children. Great location with access to both the bayside and gulf side. Due to predominant north wind we spent most of our time on the gulf side...even managed to catch some keeper size whiting and one nice keeper redfish. Pete, the host, was very responsive and checking into and out of the cottage was very easy.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very peaceful place to stay

This was the perfect get away this time of year. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house!

This was our first time in Dauphin Island and we loved it. The house was beautiful. It had the most equipped kitchen we've ever had. The veiws were perfect, the house was perfect. It was an excellent beach getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bay + Beach

Good R&R ... our second visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracy b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pure relaxation

We absolutely loved this beach house! It lacked nothing. The house is so well-appointed and comfortable! I fixed breakfast every morning and we ate on the large back porch. We took a short walk to the beach each day and I mean short. Took less than 5 minutes. This host has a large beach wagon to haul chairs and towels, and chairs and towels were provided! Saved us so much space in our car. My husband spent several days fishing from the dock with the provided gear! He loves to fish and it was nice to see him so relaxed and in his element! His final cast of the week brought in a 15” black tip shark! On our last day, the ocean was way too rough so we swam in the sound and had a blast! We are expecting our first grandchild and the sound is perfect for little ones! The hosts are super friendly and responsive!! They are absolutely 5 star hosts! If you are looking for a home to completely unplug and recharge, this is it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation spot

We really enjoyed our time on the bay side. The house had everything we needed and felt like home. Fishing was great off the dock. The Boat lift was a great extra.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Very easy to work with the owners. Great, clean house right on the beach. Dog friendly!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best week ever

We had such a great expierence at this lovely home. We went to celebrate my moms retirement and have a low key beach week. We could not have asked for better. The house was perfect. Very clean and had everything you would need. The neighborhood was quiet and family friendly. The pier to the bat was amazing. Picture early morning sunrises with coffee, watching dolphins swim by. We enjoyed kayaking in the bay and walking the gulf side beach at sunset. The owners were super responsive and access was a breeze. Their book had all the local information you would need if i could give them 10 stars, i would. Thanks for a great time in your beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our visit

It was awesome. Our dogs loved it. Annabelle is our shepherd and she loves the water. Our beagle, not so. Much.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jadda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of paradise !

Wow !! First off, the owners were so easy to communicate with and so welcoming. The house was a dream. To tell you how great it was, we drove over 10 hours for the beach and didn’t go on it once the whole week because we had heaven in our back yard !! The house was spotless, smelled fresh and they had everything you could think of. Not having to drag beach chairs 10 hours because they had them there was a relief too. We will be back ! We’ve been on many vacations all over the US and we have to say this was the best one yet due to the location and the house amenities ! Book it !!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway!

It had everything we needed. Back porch to sit on in evenings, pier for fishing and beach area to relax. It was nice to have all the beach and fishing gear available to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Daughin we miss you already!

Absolutely perfect place for us and family and pups. Owners were so helpful and responsive to any questions we had. The home location on the Bay is new for us this year and we loved that access very much. Quick walk to the Gulf beach as well makes this place a top ten location. I think we did it all - beachcombing, kayaking, swimming, countless walks, stargazing and a sunset and or sunrise photo contest that will never end. Everything you could possibly need is available at the home. We will be back next year!!! Thank you so much to Pete and Darlette for letting us share your beautiful home.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete P.

Liked: Cleanliness

home away

the owner Pete was very helpful and was able to be reached with question. Property was very nice and it felt like home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Holiday

First time for my family staying in Alabama. My family consisted of myself, my husband and our 2 adult children, their significant others along with our 2 dogs. This Vacation rental exceeded all my expectations. Nestled in a picturesque coastal town, with breathtaking views of the bay and quick a walk to the Gulf. The interior was tastefully decorated, with perfect blend of amenities and charming beach touches! Listening to the waves eating dinner on deck was very tranquil! My whole family left with cherished memories! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home with its own beach and dock is the way to go. Beautiful island without all the crowds. My dream vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023