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A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a black countertop, and a built-in oven.
An aerial view of a coastal area with multiple wooden structures on stilts, likely beach houses, with a clear view of the ocean and a sandy beach in the foreground.
A wooden beach house with a balcony and stairs, located on stilts over the sand.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101598 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

Located within a 5-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of West End Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • West End Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 14 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 58 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant And Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬11 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.

Oceanfront Deck, Overlooking the Wave! Pet-Friendly - KeyWester

KeyWester is a fabulous oceanfront 4/2 right on the Gulf Of Mexico. Enjoy beachfront living where you can sit on the back deck and hear the waves crash right in front you! Drink coffee at sunrise and beverage of choice at sunset with this perfectly located pet-friendly beach house. The home has an open floor plan with view of the Gulf from almost every room in the house. The property does NOT provide an outside grill. The property enjoys two gulf side King bedrooms that both walk right out onto the beachfront deck.

As with all of our Dauphin Island Beach Rentals, all linens and towels are provided, WIFI, along with a fully-outfitted kitchen. There will be a starter pack of toilet paper, paper towels, and trash bags; please plan on bringing more for day 2 ;). A great beach vacation is waiting on you!

Please note the following:
1. Minimum Age for the Primary Renter is 25, and Primary Renter must be present for the entire stay.
2. Maximum Occupancy numbers include Children 3 and over and cannot be exceeded at any time.
3. All of our Homes are Non-Smoking.
4. A signed Rental Agreement is Required, which contains additional Rules and Guidance.
5. This property does not allow weddings or parties.
6. Check-in time is 3 pm, and check-out time is 10 am.
7. Start dishes and linens before departure.
8. Take the trash can to the street on Tuesday night and Friday night.
9. This home is pet-friendly, dogs only, 2-dog maximum limit, $100 pet fee per dog applies.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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

  • Unit size: 1,598 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes 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 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: 3:00 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

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

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is about 28.1 mi away.

Oceanfront Deck, Overlooking the Wave! Pet-Friendly - KeyWester Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tristin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and area. One concern is the flooding of the driveway from all the rain. House was great and the Gulf was out the back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was spectacular!! It was very spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great help from manager
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ashley l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here twice and we really love it ! You cannot beat the view ! Kat was super helpful with any questions or concerns we had and made the stay that much better !
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall getaway, rest & relaxation

We have been enjoying Dauphin Island, for the last 4 years. And never disappointed, It is a great place. The accommodations are very good.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

This was the perfect location. The ocean comes right up to the house, and there is still plenty of space for the kids to play on the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dauphin Island Trip

House was nice. Location was great. Excellent restaurants to choose from. Several options of things to do. Deck over looking the Gulf was a great spot to read, relax, and enjoy the sounds of the water. Very relaxing getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carole s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location and View

We had an absolute blast. The home was perfect and the view was amazing. We joined a few Facebook groups ahead of time for ideas on place to eat and things to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Iry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every thing was fine
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break

Thanks! We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hailey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vaca

Our vaca was perfect and it couldn't have been that way without this home. It was clean, had everything we needed and was right on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house with a spectacular view. No carrying anything to the beach. It is at your door step.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan&David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

I’m going to miss having my coffee on that deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, well-appoonted beach house.

This home has an amazing view and spacious rooms. Situayed between "town" and the bublic beach, it is perfect for families. This house is pracrically IN the ocean so you can hear the waves wven with the doors and windows closed, and the hime itself provides shade for beach time play in the sand. Numerous shells to be found just outside the door!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sandra N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
It would be nice if there was a boardwalk from the parking area to the property. It’s hard taking luggage and other provisions through sand dunes. Also other properties we have stayed at include dish detergent, hand soap in kitchen and bathrooms, tissues and some spices including salt and pepper. The house was very nice but the return air vent in the living room was filthy. The porch lights on the back deck were out.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lena e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not being able to part at house was only issue. Having to carry everything so far and then up stairs was ruff. Everything else was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This Home is Exactly What We Were Looking For!

This was our first trip to Dauphin Island and our vacation home was perfect! We spent every morning on the deck over the Gulf, went surf fishing right in front of the property, and the kids had a great time shelling every morning. The beds were comfortable. Everything we needed was in the kitchen. Things were very tidy upon arrival. We appreciated the hose at the top of the deck to wash off some of the beach sand, rather than track it inside. It was all and all a great stay and we will definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AShley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

We were looking for a quiet place to go and unwind from the craziness of the city . We usually go to florida but found dauphin island and decided to give it a try . We were in for a surprise ! This home is so quaint and beautiful! It’s right on the water so you can hear the waves come in . The view is spectacular . The sunsets make you never want to go home . This house has everything you need . The island is a small Island so grocery shopping is something you want to do before you come . Other then that everything was perfect ! We will be back !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gerald R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Excellent Location

Excellent location..Beautiful Views. But.. We went on a mini trip for our anniversary. I didnt think I would have to clean on arrival. Dishwasher was full of dirty dishes. Utensil draw had dirty silverware in it. Counters were sticky and there was spilled coffee down the cabinets. The only things left for guests to use is toilet paper and laundry tablets and dishwasher tablets. Make sure u bring all condiments(salt/pepper ect) For the price I suppose i was expecting it to be clean..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place right on the beach

Our family loved the location and the house fit our needs perfectly. The maintenance and housekeeping are lacking though. Towels were put away wet under the sink. Many lights were burnt out or not working. Some of the decking up front wasn’t very safe. The master drapery smelled of dog urine so bad I couldn’t even sleep in there. I don’t think the floors were cleaned prior to our stay. Sticky in spots and sandy before we even walked in. My overall rating was a 4 only because of those issues. It’s a little of Heaven on Earth if you stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and view! The house was clean and comfortable. Our family of four and puppies had plenty of room to relax! Four stars on listing accuracy just because the pictures need to be updated. They've painted and replaced the appliances but it's not like it impacted our stay in a negative way. The original color scheme was more fun as now it's all gray making it feel less tropical. The fridge no longer has an ice maker and water in the door. They did have ice in the freezer but we bought a bag of ice at the Publix in Mobile before we checked in. We loved the location and basically having our own private beach. It was fairly chilly when we were there so in warmer weather and if all of the houses are booked around it, there would definitely be more traffic but I would think people probably wouldn't set up right in front of the house as there are big open spots in between it and the other houses and the public beach is close. They don't have beach towels available so bring your own, or the owners should invest in some generic blue towels for guests. They only have a pizza pan with holes, no solid cookie sheets. No biggie, just would have liked one with no holes for cooking since we didn't have foil. There was what appeared to be broken glass by the stairs and I should have told the owners about but forgot. They were very communicative, easy to contact and quick to reply. We loved hanging on the deck to watch the dolphins and enjoy the view!
Dolphins were active every morning and often in the afternoon!
Our puppies loved sunning themselves on the deck
View from the deck - plenty of beach space
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cassie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slept in the waves

We always look for a new adventure and this house had us sleeping in the waves !! We loved hearing the ocean all day and night . The tide literally comes up u see house at night ! The beach in front of the house isn’t really where you can sit and play because the tide is unpredictable as to how far it comes up with each wave . We used the beach area between the houses . We saw dolphins almost everyday , the sunset and sunrises are so beautiful. The only complaint really was the neighbors that rented the road front house would post up their fishing poles against our house right in front of where we would sit . There isn’t a ton of sun on the parking side of the house first tho h in the morning but is perfect mid day . The only other “ complaint “ is their is no access to the house from the parking spot without going through the sand so there is no rolling a suitcase . If you want to look for shells and have a pretty peaceful beach this is it . I even found my first ever sharks tooth here !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Keywester May 2023

This house is right on the water and the front deck offers a completely unobstructed view of the gulf. Many dolphin sightings throughout the week were a real treat. Be aware that there are oil rigs visible several miles off the island if that bothers you (we got used to them and actually find their lights pretty at night). You can also see big ships on the horizon entering and leaving Mobile Bay. House is near the park at the west end of the island where you can enjoy an endless, wide-open beach without houses, or if there's high wind/high surf you can play in the more calm waters of the sound. Note that the "street" the house is on is all sand and you have to park in that sand. Be careful how far you pull up into the sand or you may get stuck. Also the entrance to Vaca St. floods with about 6" of water when there's heavy rain and takes days to the water to go down. We discovered that our trash can was missing but the management eventually provided another one. Dauphin Island is NOT a glamourous resort island with trendy restaurants, clubs and shops. However it is a great place to have a quiet, relaxing week at the beach by yourself or with family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ted S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Right on the water

House was clean and seems as if the property was painted not so long ago, the furniture is not new, nor is it shabby and is comfortable.The patio furniture is new and comfortable, with a knockout view of the Gulf. The house had adequate start up supplies for kitchen and bathroom, and water pressure that you won't believe, with a big refrigerator (bring as much as you can). Of course, the house is on stilts, so be prepared to climb stairs. One thing if looking for a beach, there is not one, the high tide is actually under the house. But between the parking area and the ocean, it is wide enough so you can put a chair,or towel, and sun…but walking the beach is not going to happen there, but just 4 blocks away is all the beach you need, miles of it, unincorporated. The picture shows a beach, but over time the ocean has eroded it out. The Town needs to get on the ball and organize restoring the beach, put a dredge out several hundred yards, and pump sand to the shore, and re-establish the beach. A storm(while we were there)had water down the road and sand accumulating on Vaca CT, so if rental agency says beware of flooding conditions, do so (as we experienced)...but you will get stuck if sand has any accumulation on Vaca Ct near the beach, just park back by the main street, and no problem. There is a pizza place and several good restaurants on the island, and one decent grocery store, convenience,hardware,and boat&beach supply store that has 90% of what you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026