Postcard two-story home on the bay and a short walk to the beach! With Game Room in Dauphin Island

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Dates

May 2025

June 2025

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Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143005 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Dauphin Island, AL

Dauphin Island Beaches
‪7 min walk‬
Dauphin Island Public Beach
‪9 min drive‬
Isle Dauphine Golf Club
‪14 min drive‬
Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
‪63 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Dauphin Island Beaches and West End Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a private yard, and a refrigerator.

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What's nearby

Dauphin Island Beaches - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
West End Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Dauphin Island Public Beach - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 14 min drive - 4.5 miles
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 18 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
‪Island Rainbow - ‬11 min drive
‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min drive
‪Pelican Pub - ‬14 min drive
‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬14 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.

Postcard two-story home on the bay and a short walk to the beach! With Game Room

Salty Seahorse is a beautiful, new, waterfront 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with a unique Game Room with a Pool table, Wine Chiller and great Gulf of Mexico views. This home has wonderful views of the sound and Gulf of Mexico from every room. The Salty Seahorse is beautifully decorated and comes with lots of extra touches. The kitchen is fully equipped to make cooking for your group convenient. There is a dining table with chairs and 2 benches. The living room has a large couch and 2 chairs to relax at the end of the day. The television in the living room is a large flat screen TV. 3 bedrooms are on the first level with the 4th bedroom on the 2nd level off the large game room. The master has a king size bed, 2nd bedroom has a king and 3rd bedroom has 2 queen size beds. The 4th bedroom has 2 built in bunks, each with a twin XL on top and a queen on the bottom. The game room has a pool table, sitting area and large wall-mounted television, to enjoy watching your favorite sports team or movie. There are french doors leading out from the game room unto a gulf-facing deck to enjoy the views. The back north-facing deck is covered and has unobstructed views of the Sound and the Dauphin Island Bridge. There is an electric grill on the back deck to BBQ. There is also a table and chairs on this deck to have your dinner while enjoying the gorgeous Dauphin Island sunsets. Walk down the back steps to the Sound-side beach. Rent some kayaks and launch from your own back yard. Bring your beach chairs and beach gear to hang out on the beach. The Gulf of Mexico is right across the street, with very easy access.

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 NOT pet-friendly.
10. Cargo lifts are not available to guests and can not be used. They are not permitted by Home Owner Insurance Policies.

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a private yard, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Dauphin Island Beach Rentals

Languages

English

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Hot Tub
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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
Refrigerator
Stovetop

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Deck
Yard

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On the waterfront

Things to do

Arcade/game room
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: 3,005 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

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-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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of 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 there parking available at this vacation home?

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

Is this vacation home associated with 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Postcard two-story home on the bay and a short walk to the beach! With Game Room?

With a stay at this beachfront vacation home, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each accommodation plus kitchens and beach views in some.

Are there hot tubs at Postcard two-story home on the bay and a short walk to the beach! With Game Room?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

Where 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 27.9 mi away. Another top airport is Mobile Regional Airport (MOB), which is around 30 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Postcard two-story home on the bay and a short walk to the beach! With Game Room?

Yes, every accommodation at Postcard two-story home on the bay and a short walk to the beach! With Game Room comes with a deck with some featuring beach views.

Postcard two-story home on the bay and a short walk to the beach! With Game Room Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Melodie W.

Oct 31, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time! Thanks for sharing your home.

Lovely, spacious, comfortable home. Rental and check in arrangements with rental company simple, great communication provided. We had a great time, thanks!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra V.

May 27, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

Everything about the house was great! Loved the pool table!! The only problem was a lot of trash, broken glass, rusty metal pieces along the Sound beach. One teenager cut his foot first thing, and we had to wear our shoes into the water from then on...

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry W.

May 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay here was AMAZING!

We stayed at the “Salty Seahorse” from Thursday-Monday and the only thing we regret is not staying longer!! The house was absolutely perfect, the views were unbelievable, every room has a balcony which was amazing, it was very clean and accommodating for all age ranges, and we loved that it had a pool table for the days we experienced rain! We had a total of 11 people (7 adults & 4 kids) and even with all of us the house felt so spacious! We created so many lifelong memories we can’t wait to be back!! The only recommendation we have is for the tall grass out front/back to be maintained, super minor and doesn’t effect the experience. Thank you again for letting us have such a wonderful stay!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzie N.

Feb 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

House was perfect for our large family!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dinah O.

Feb 19, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family wedding

Came down for our nieces wedding. This place was great. Plenty of room. Kids liked the upstairs with the pool table (could use some new pool sticks and chalk). Nice and peaceful. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Helen W.

Jan 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and views

Our extended family spent a week over the Christmas holiday. The house is spacious and everything is fresh and new with great views of the gulf and the bay. Two issues for larger groups: 1) Noise: you could hear every step up the stairs and on the second floor downstairs plus the upstairs is open to the main living room and then noise made it impossible to enjoy two spaces at the same time for our 10 and 2) Not well stocked. There was not a pot or pan that was not scratched or wonky so we had to buy some and a lack of what we expected given many other rental experiences. For example a roll of toilet paper per room and no cleaning supplies. The house is a solid 40 minutes from a grocery store though there is a small store about 10 minutes away.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Oct 16, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay here

This was a beautiful house. Having the bunkroom upstairs with it's own living space with a pool table and bathroom was really nice. The gulf side porch is really nice to sit on in the morning. We spent the evening on the bay side porch. Spent time on both beaches but preferred the convenience of the bay side since there was nobody around. There are beach chairs available. Beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms are beautiful. They had lots of books, games, and puzzles. Need to replace the coffee maker - turns off/on mulitple times during a brew. Also had some issues with the water temp in all showers. Was either too cold or too hot. Looks like they fixed a similar issue last year. I emailed the management company but no one came during our stay to fix it. On the other hand, the first day we got there, we reported no internet and they were very quick to resolve this the next morning. We had three couples and two dogs stay in this house and it was very enjoyable for us. Would definitely stay here again if the water issue is fixed. One minor issue - the cleaning people showed up about 10 minutes before checkout while we were still packing up. They were very nice but they came in the house with their stuff while we were still moving our stuff out. We were out on time but I would have preferred they wait in the car until we're out. Not much to do on the island compared to other beaches but the fort was great to visit and Pirates Seafood was fantastic! Would highly recommend this house.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin P.

Oct 1, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Experience

We had a great stay, only issues was no power in one room due to the breaker. Called the management team and they fixed it the next day. The view was awesome on both the front and back of the home. We got the back end of the hurricane. It was windy but we made the best of it. No complaints

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie E.

Sep 25, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family time

Love the house.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

Aug 11, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We enjoyed our stay. The island is beautiful . The restaurants could definitely use more staff. We had several problems with delayed or lost orders from the restaurants. With so few places to go you either wait for hours or pay the high prices at the local grocery stores to fix your own food. Very few places could even accommodate a large group of people. We had 14 family members and never once could go out to eat all together.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

Apr 4, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Beach Getaway!

If you are looking for a large spacious, modern home to spend quality time at the beach, this is the place. Although a little on the higher price end, the home is almost brand new has a modern feel with many perks, like beach chairs, umbrellas, and ocean toys. The property sits on the bay side of the island, it's a short walk across the street to the gulf. Although, the gulf side is beautiful, it gets very windy (to the point it is uncomfortable to sit outside) and many of the homes only have a gulf side porch. This home has large covered porches on both sides, which give you the versatility of being protected from the wind, while still enjoying being outside depending on the weather. The pool table/TV room upstairs was a wonderful addition and helped keep our teens occupied. Had a few wonderful movie nights while enjoying the gulf breeze. The pool table is in great condition but the cues are worn out and could stand to be replaced. The house is large and has a open concept, modern island decor and perfect for a beach getaway. Bedrooms are spacious and have comfortable mattresses and TV's in every room. The fully stocked kitchen made meals easy and enjoyable. The kitchen has a dishwasher and an icemaker in the fridge, which was a plus for enjoying a few island drinks. My only criticism is about the electric grill on the rear deck. It is super small and would accommodate one or two people. However, trying to cook for 8-10 people became difficult. It would heat up and then immediately cool down to only around 250 degrees. We scheduled a number of grill meals and found it difficult to get through cooking. Ruined a couple of quality steaks... but did our best. Overall the pictures of what you see, is what you get! If you are looking for a large private, quiet, beachfront retreat...this is the place for you! Will, definitely consider renting again upon our return to Dauphin Island.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Troy A.

Mar 26, 2022

Spring Break 2022

We had a wonderful experience in Dauphin Island. The home was perfectly set up for our two families. The pool table was a big hit. Both the front and the back decks were ideal and we had the best views of the sunrise and sunset. Great experience!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Stephanie K.

Feb 25, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

Home was clean, comfortable and beautiful. Have stayed in quit a few homes only drawback was having to get extra toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher detergent and laundry detergent. There are not many stores in close proximity to the rental and was a bit of a drawback traveling back and forth to stores while vacationing. Other than that would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine F.

Feb 14, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful location and house is IDEAL.

We cannot wait to go back. We have stayed in lots of VRBOs around the country, and this house was truly wonderful. It felt like they built the house for themselves - rather than building a "rental"...and those that have stayed before us have respected that and all treated it as you would your own home - the layout of the house is awesome. Bathrooms are great and the views are relaxing and a reminder of why you are there in the first place. We cannot wait to go back! I did not have a chance to write in the guestbook, but I am beyond grateful that this family opens their house for others to enjoy. Thank you!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dena C.

Dec 19, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Campbell Family Visit

The house was excellent. Our family of 16 fit comfortably in the space. Kitchen/Living space was open and comfortable. The only issue was checking in. We were given the wrong door code but customer service responded immediately and found the correct code. The kitchen was well equipped. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to friends and family.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Farrah S.

Nov 3, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!!! Everything you could ask for!!!

We had a great family vacation. The house was amazing. Lots of space yet cozy and comfortable. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joyce T.

Jun 5, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect get away for our family

Our family of 12 had a fantastic week here. Owner had thought to provide everything and even more than we had anticipated. Quick to get to beach on Gulf side and bay side was perfect for the 2 & 3 year old to enjoy too. Lots of room, privacy for the individual families, and the older kids and adults loved the added bonus of the pool table! We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

May 11, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely the best vacation ever.

The beach house was beautiful. Only problem we had was that all the showers in the house were inconsistent with hot and cold. We took a lot of cold showers. But overall we all highly recommend this beautiful home.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tacha G.

Apr 29, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, updated and modern tons of space and the views are amazing.

Excellent place.. Beautiful views of bay in the back and ocean views in the front. 1 min walk to beach Very secluded and private. Bring groceries and chill. Not many restaurants in town.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Sherri F.

Apr 25, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Scenic Stay

Photos of the home were accurate. There has been a house built next door since photos were posted. There was a storm a day before we arrived, the streets we’re terribly flooded and several TVs and lights didn’t work, but that didn’t stop us from having a nice vacation. I would recommend this home to others.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Heather W., Jeffersonville, IN

Mar 9, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views!

Overall a great property - the location is quiet and the views are beautiful! This home is spacious and the kitchen has everything you'll need. If you're looking for a quiet, relaxing spot then this is it!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Feb 10, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Parents’ 50th anniversary

We enjoyed our time celebrating our parents’ 50th anniversary at your property. The house was accommodating and clean, and everything worked liked it should and kept us all comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Emily. & Tommy H., Bowling Green, Kentucky!!!

Jan 7, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house!!! beautiful site!!!a few problems

Firstly. Part of our party arrived to the island and was stopped by a security officer that wanted an exact address for the property. The VBRO site used to rent property included NO street address. They did not care. The confirmation codes and check in email wasn’t enough for entrance-so a very long 30 minutes of mad texting and phone calls to management- to which they admitted knowing that an address was needed. SO ADD THAT INFORMATION TO THE CHECK IN INSTUCTIONS!!!!! Also no information that there are massive 10 ft+ tall sand piles along the street and entrance into the house was plowed out but deep ruts left part of our party hung up at the end of the driveway. Long dig out in the dark left our family exhausted and frustrated. Water heater seemed to switch hot to COLD made for several ice cold showers, some baths had good temperature control. Some did not. Electrical problems left disposal, dishwasher and 4 outlets on the sink wall inoperable. Luckily we fixed them ourselves. A huge curtain rod was pulled out of the wall on one side in the master bedroom and the cleaning crew just propped it on top of the patio door opening mechanism- so it fell on my granddaughter when she tried to open the door. So that door was unusable. We asked about an early check in - but due to cleaning from last check out it was denied, but understandable...But past guest’s dirty soap left behind the sink in master, dark hair in shower in another bath. Bagged dog poop from previous guest left on stairs. Not so understandable. Other things that are annoying - no one wants to wait on maintenance when the group is having a family Christmas celebration. The rest of the house was totally clean and new. Overall the house is stunning and the site is stunning. Due to pandemic, and season- not much open AT ALL. But we were relaxing for a beach Christmas anyway. Do not forget to stop before getting onto island for supplies. The small stores are outrageously expensive with very little supply.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Aug 26, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Beach House

This house is gorgeous. Had all the amenities and extras. The location is great for access to the beach on the ocean as well as beach on the bay side. We spent time on both beaches everyday. Not crowded at all and we enjoyed our trip even more since we were allowed to bring our dog. We will definately be back to this house again. Owners have thought of everything for your stay. Thank you so much for a great stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ginger G.

Mar 21, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Great, quiet location near the beaches

The house was a beautiful property right on the water. The house was spacious and new which was good for our family of 9. The check-in and check-out process was easy. This seems like a new property. If I were to give some feedback, I would recommend providing items like beach towels, a hair dryer, and a few kitchen basics like coffee filters and trash bags. This will make it a little easier for guests. Overall, it was a great place to stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020