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Southern Living's Best Condo: Holiday Isle - Plan your Next Getaway Now!

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A beachside view with a wooden walkway, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a modern building with multiple floors and balconies.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike, with large windows offering a view of the beach.
A living room with a beige sofa, a wicker chair, a coffee table, and a potted plant.
An indoor swimming pool with a metal handrail, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

Located within a 5-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches, this condo is within a 15-minute stroll of Dauphin Island Public Beach. The condo includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Fort Morgan - 52 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant And Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chevron - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Southern Living's Best Condo: Holiday Isle - Plan your Next Getaway Now!

Featured in Southern Living as the Best Condo on Dauphin Island - Holiday Isle!
This beautifully decorated condo will make you feel like you're in a Tropical Paradise!
**Let Us Help You With Your NEXT GETAWAY!**
... A World Away From It All! ...

Upscale Furnishings and Amenities!
Brand new updates for your vacationing pleasure!

Indoor & Outdoor Pools and Free WiFi

If you want somewhere to truly relax and get away from all the hustle and bustle, Holiday Isle Resort Condominium on Dauphin Island is THE place to come...On the Gulf of Mexico....DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! A short drive into Mobile and a short drive or ferry ride across Mobile Bay to Gulf Shores. Dauphin Island is a world away from any stress, crowded beaches, restaurant lines, and traffic! The resort has an outdoor pool overlooking the ocean, an indoor pool with hot tub, steam room, sauna, state-of-the-art work-out room overlooking the pools and ocean, and a tennis court.

This luxurious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom condominium is beautifully appointed! Only steps from the beach. NO traffic, NO traffic lights, NO crowded beach, NO crowded restaurants. You'll feel like you have the whole island to yourself. While you're at this private residence, you can still stay in touch with the outside world (if you must) with high-speed wireless internet.

This unit is beautifully appointed with luxurious linens, top name brand furnishings, gourmet kitchen with island, full laundry room and much, much more.

Stay at Dauphin Island's Holiday Isle. The absolute best kept secret on the Coast! It's like stepping back in time!

Keywords: Condominium
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The memory foam bed provides a full night's sleep, and the bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Put king sheets in the washing machine and start machine.
Wash and dry all beach towels.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 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 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this condo?

This condo is located in Dauphin Island, a short 5-minute walk from Dauphin Island Beaches and also 13 minutes on foot from Dauphin Island Public Beach. You'll also find Indian Shell Mound Park and East End Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Southern Living's Best Condo: Holiday Isle - Plan your Next Getaway Now!?

Yes, there is a garage. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this condo next to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this condo?

Yes, this condo has an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Southern Living's Best Condo: Holiday Isle - Plan your Next Getaway Now!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront condo include a jetted bathtub and a memory foam mattress in each condo, and some feature ocean view.

Are there hot tubs at Southern Living's Best Condo: Holiday Isle - Plan your Next Getaway Now!?

No, but all condo at this condo have jetted bathtubs.

Does this condo offer breakfast?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Are there connecting rooms at Southern Living's Best Condo: Holiday Isle - Plan your Next Getaway Now!?

No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards), which is 29.5 mi away (76 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is around 27.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Southern Living's Best Condo: Holiday Isle - Plan your Next Getaway Now!?

Yes, every condo at Southern Living's Best Condo: Holiday Isle - Plan your Next Getaway Now! comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Southern Living's Best Condo: Holiday Isle - Plan your Next Getaway Now! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach view was beautiful. Being a little further from the beach, however the closest you can be at that point on the island, allows you to see more of it. The oil rigs offshore didn’t bother me and were interesting especially with their dim lights at night. The outdoor pool was large and fun for the family as well as the indoor pool. Both were comfortably heated. Getting around the property was easy and the walk to the beach was beautiful and enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Great Location and Condo

Perfect spot and will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey A.

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

Beautiful condo, comfortable, great location

The kitchen had everything we needed, bedrooms were super comfortable. We didn’t even need to pack beach chairs, umbrellas and toys!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce V.

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

Great rental

Enjoyed our stay. Kitchen well stocked, we enjoyed our stay greatly
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Spring Break 2025

Our stay was amazing! The condo was clean, comfortable, and conveniently located to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Nice Place

The place was a nice as it looked in the pictures. Susan kept in contact with us and made sure we had everything we needed. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelley R.

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

Family beach time

Great stay, clean and lots of family appropriate beach and sleeping stuff (high chair, crib).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia H.

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

Wonderful Vacation condo

The condo was extremely nice and the owner kept in touch and made sure we had everything we needed. This was the perfect place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Great place for the family

Stayed here for our first trip to Dauphin Island. It was the perfect accommodation for our family of four. We loved it! If you’re looking for a place to stay on the island, we highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our hosts were excellent communicators and very helpful with our questions about the area. As soon as we secured our reservation, they were sending us emails about things we needed to know about the condo and local attractions. They respond to texts very quickly. We really appreciated that.We greatly enjoyed our stay here. It was my wife and I plus our four adult children. There was plenty of room for us. We did some of our own cooking while there and the kitchen had everything we needed. We always ate out on the balcony where there was a table and seating for all of us. We spent a lot of our time at the beach, which is a short walk across the dunes via a boardwalk. There is a beautiful walk along the shore to the east that leads to a small inlet where there are many birds - it would be a great place to kayak.I highly recommend this condo. We'll be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DAVID F.

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

Beach

Great condo great owner
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay J.

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

A picture perfect condo

My family and I love Dauphin Island and this condo was the cherry on top of our trip! The decor, cleanliness, and location exceeded our expectations. We plan on booking this condo for our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First of all, our host was by far the best host we've ever had!She went far beyond any expectation! So accommodating to us!We are older and wanted a Christian womens retreat for the 5 of us. This did not disappoint! It was fabulous.Clean! Comfortable and tastefully decorated and the balcony was perfect!Dauphin Island is a lovely get away! Such friendly people. We loved Islanders restraunt, but if you don't mind going 10 minutes away then try Pelican Reef! Best seafood anywhere nearby!There were thousands of love bugs in the pool. And they really needed to clean that. I had to ask one day and the next had to ask again.But that is not the hosts fault. It is expensive to take vacation and the pool should be clean at all times.We will go back every year and maybe more!Can't say enough how much we loved it!Thank you Susan!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

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

Fun even if it rains!

We had mostly good weather on this trip, but more rain than usual & really enjoyed both pools, the hot tub & the ping pong table! Nice clean comfortable place with plenty of room!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin O.

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

Second Stay

We had a wonderful trip to Dauphin Island. This was our second time to stay in Susan’s condo. Great communication before, during, and after the trip. The condo is stocked nicely with all the items you would need from home for kitchen and the beach. When we go back we will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christie M.

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

Beautiful property!

We thoroughly enjoyed the condo! The host thought of everything to make it comfortable and cozy. Loved the decor! Watching the sunrise each morning from the balcony was amazing! The island is extremely laid back & just what we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicea J.

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

Excellent stay

We thoroughly enjoyed this property and working with Susan. The condo was beautiful and everything in working order. The kitchen had everything we needed and I was so appreciative of that. Also, Susan was wonderful to work with - she provided great information and helpful tips for things to do. We will definitely keep this condo in mind should we have the chance to return, which we would love to do.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Perfection

Susan’s place was perfect! Beach on one side, restaurants across the street made for the best location. Susan’s hospitality was beyond expectations and really made us feel comfortable for our first trip to Dauphin Island. We will definitely be back to this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Great Experience!

Very nice accommodations, and the photos and descriptions were accurate. This condo is very well suited for a family of four (or more). Further, great communication from the host all along the way. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Dauphin Island and Holiday Isle, and we fully expect to return in years to come.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

A Slice of Paradise

This was our first year to come to Dauphin Island and we’d loved it! We will definitely make it a favorite for our family. Susan, our host was just a call/text away and we enjoyed her condo at Holiday Isle. Everything was awesome! It was better than described. We will definitely be coming back. !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Great spring break!

We loved our stay on Dauphin Island. Susan was able to answer all our questions and the island was a perfect getaway. We enjoyed the beach and the quiet town. We would love to go back. We can't stop thinking about how much we enjoyed it. The condo was a great set up for us with children ages 17, 13, 13, and 11. The pools were great and we were right on the beach. I'd book it every year if I could.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Relax and Unwind

Simply Beautiful! While we were searching for an area to have a small family vacation I was also looking for a place to hide from the world and relax. This property gave our family the best of both worlds! Everything we needed was there. The property was stunning and Susan was so helpful and caring!!Even though our trip was cut short due to a family emergency at home I still felt rested and refreshed after only a few short days. We will definitely be back!! Cindy B
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

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

Dauphin Island Holiday Isle

We liked everything about this place. The condo complex is well laid out with easy access to the condo unit. It was so convenient for loading and unloading. The new beach boardwalk was wonderful as well as all the other amenities. Our condo unit was beautifully furnished and very well maintained. It had everything we could possibly need and want. It was very comfortable with a beautiful ocean view. The large outdoor balcony was great. The owner, Susan, made everything easy and was always available by phone and email. We will look forward to returning hopefully soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

WE HAD A WONDERFUL TIME- ...

WE HAD A WONDERFUL TIME- THE CONDO WAS VERY NICE,BEDS COMFORTABLE AND HAD EVERYTHING WE NEEDED- OUR GRANDSON'S REALLY ENJOYED THE INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS! I ESPECIALLY ENJOYED THE BALCONY OVERLOOKING THE OCEAN-IT WAS SO BEAUTIFUL TO WATCH THE SUNRISE AND SUNSETS- AND THE BEACH WAS NOT CROWDED AT ALL-WE'LL BE BACK FOR SURE!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Relaxing vacation on Dauphin Island

I think that this is the most relaxing vacation that we have taken in quite a while. The condo was probably the best we have ever stayed in at the beach. Everything was great, from the early available check-in to the day that we checked out. The condo was well stocked with kitchen and bathroom items and having beach towels and beach supplies (chairs, umbrellas, and a cart to haul it in) was a great plus! The owner was responsive and called to make sure everything was going ok. I would definitely stay here again and would tell all of my family and friends about the property.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024