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Private dipping Pool, a Game Room, roof-top Crow's Nest - Kowabunga

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July 2025

August 2025

Beach huts sit on stilts over the sand, connected by a walkway to the ocean.

Relax in this spacious living area with a kitchen and balcony offering a sea view.

Enjoy a game of pool or foosball in this recreational room featuring a pool table and foosball table.

Enjoy stunning views of the surrounding beach from the upper-level balcony of this beachfront property.

Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a double sink, refrigerator, and oven.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 142144 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Pet friendly
Dryer
Washer
Pool

Explore the area

Dauphin Island, AL

Dauphin Island Beaches
‪5 min walk‬
West End Beach
‪4 min drive‬
Dauphin Island Public Beach
‪8 min drive‬
Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
‪74 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 mile (2 km) of West End Beach. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a refrigerator.

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What's nearby

Dauphin Island Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
West End Beach - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
Dauphin Island Public Beach - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles
Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 14 min drive - 4.4 miles
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 18 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
‪Island Rainbow - ‬10 min drive
‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
‪Pelican Pub - ‬12 min drive
‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬13 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.

Private dipping Pool, a Game Room, roof-top Crow's Nest - Kowabunga

Kowabunga is a great Dauphin Island Beach house with many amenities, including a small, private heated dipping pool, a Game Room, roof-top deck and great Gulf Beach location. No wonder it's one of our most popular Dauphin Island beach rentals!

This pet-friendly Gulf-side elevated beach house sits just one house back from the Gulf, and so it has tremendous views! The rooftop crow's nest offers a panoramic view of the island. This home also has a small Game Room, which is great for those times that the weather isn't cooperating! The game room is also the 4th bedroom that has a sleeper sofa and a bunk bed.

This elevated, two-story home has a Master Suite on the first level with a private full bath. There is also a half-bath off the kitchen. The Great Room is large, open, and has a flat-screen TV over the fireplace. The Second Level has three bedrooms, two of which share a ""Jack and Jill"" half bathroom with shower. There is a third, full bathroom on this level, and a Game Room (great for night time, or rainy days). The rooftop has a ""Crow's Nest"" which provides panoramic views of the Island.

This house may be Pet-friendly, with prior written permission.

As with all of our Dauphin Island homes, all linens and towels are provided, WIFI, along with a fully-outfitted kitchen. Everything you need for a great beach vacation is here. Pool is heated October 15 thru April.

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 3.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Dauphin Island Beach Rentals

Languages

English

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Relax by the ocean-view pool surrounded by a wooden deck.

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Pool/Spa

Heated pool
Private pool

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
Refrigerator
Stovetop

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3.5 bathrooms
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Games
TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Deck
Rooftop terrace

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

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Heated pool
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: 2,144 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

Pets

This property welcomes 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-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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Dauphin Island, a short 4-minute walk from Dauphin Island Beaches and also 18 minutes on foot from West End Beach. You'll also find Dauphin Island Public Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park 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.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

Is Private dipping Pool, a Game Room, roof-top Crow's Nest - Kowabunga good for couples?

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

Does Private dipping Pool, a Game Room, roof-top Crow's Nest - Kowabunga have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home does have a heated pool.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

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

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is about 27.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Private dipping Pool, a Game Room, roof-top Crow's Nest - Kowabunga?

Yes, every accommodation at Private dipping Pool, a Game Room, roof-top Crow's Nest - Kowabunga comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.

Private dipping Pool, a Game Room, roof-top Crow's Nest - Kowabunga Reviews

7.6

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6/10 Okay

Scott M.

Apr 9, 2025

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Mar 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place

Stay was amazing great views beautiful place for a family vacation.Ice maker didn’t work and pool heater didn’t work and a few broken tiles in the house need fixed by the stairs but very lovely place to stay highly recommended

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Wanda H.

Sep 16, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location.

Beautiful home and beautiful location. If this home had just the basic needs repaired, I would stay here again. The decking behind the pool steps is dangerously rotten. Several side railings were missing. A child could easily pushed between them. The broken tile on the den floor would cut a foot.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Delores M., CAMBRIDGE

Aug 26, 2024

Family Vacation 2024

Our family had a great vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Paul L.

Apr 7, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stay somewhere else!!!

This house is in a nice location but the condition of this home is not represented well at all in the pictures. We read the prior poor reviews of this property before booking and thought it wouldn’t be that bad… we were wrong. We rented this house because it has a heated pool and we have small kids. Needless to say the pool filter doesn’t work they just fill it from a garden hose and let it sit. No chlorine or anything. We had to wash all the bedding before using it. The beds were just made not changed out from the previous guests. There are so many broken tiles and missing grout that we worried about kids cutting their feet. Two of the three doors on the first floor don’t work and have to remain dead bolted so they don’t blow open in the wind. The staircase from the back of the deck down to the beach is actually missing. The landing for the steps is there but the steps are gone. All of the windows are screwed closed which seems extremely dangerous. If there was a fire the upstairs bedrooms would be impossible to get out of without breaking the glass out of the window frame. We talked with Adam from Dauphin Island Beach Rentals. He is very nice and gave us a $350 refund for the pool not working. He has many other beach properties to choose from. We recommend staying at one of his other properties. The pictures of this home are many years old and do not represent the condition of this property

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Kendra L.

Dec 6, 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great Location Home Needs Attention

The location of this home on Dauphin Island is very good. It's a great place to relax and enjoy the beach. The view from the crow's nest is amazing. However, the home is definitely in need of attention and updates. It is overpriced for the condition it is in.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

COURTNEY A.

Sep 5, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views and very spacious

Our family had a great time! Prefect spot on the beach and the pool was amazing! The beds were comfortable and they had plenty of extras for our big family! The game room was a huge added bonus! Only downfalls I would say would be the living room tiles were very cracked and most of the doors to the outside were very difficult to open and shut. Other than those things we had a wonderful stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah T., Fayetteville, TN

Oct 8, 2022

Lovely beach, house needs some love and attention

We adore DI and this was our first time at this rental but 5th time renting on the island. We love the beach, surf fishing and location. As per prior reviews we would urge the home owners to put just a little TLC into this home. There are hardly any spoons in a home supposed to be for over a dozen people, no hot pads to be able to take things out of the oven safely, and we had to not use one of the doors onto the deck for fear that it's rusty hinges were going to stop supporting the door. There were no clean kitchen towels or was cloths....i had to do a load of laundry (with my own detergent as none is provided) in order to be able to use them. The downstairs AC stopped working but was repaired in 2 days thankfully. Despite all of above, we DID have a lovely time with family. The kids loved the little pool. We love to surf fish and the location is great for that. The sunrise and sunsets on the island were heavenly as always. I would urge DIBR to communicate with the owner about the above concerns noted by myself and prior renters.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Ruthie N.

Aug 6, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness

Love the proximity to ocean.

Very easy. Liked the house. Not very clean. Needs some updates.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Cheryl M.

Jul 17, 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful View

The view was great and the so was the dipping pool. The house is not kept up. Broken blinds, broken screens, wood not nailed on the deck or porch chairs. Very outdated furniture, bedding, and a broken kitchen chair. Would not rent again

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

May 13, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

More upkeep on pool mastre bed room lock needs fixed the rest was good 👍

Had a great time would recommend

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ryan L.

Apr 9, 2022

Pleasant stay right on the beach

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property was accurately listed, and the location was amazing! Only two minor complaints. The dishwasher didn’t work and dishes weren’t all clean. Also the heated pool didn’t really feel heated the majority of the time. Otherwise we had a great time and enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Aug 18, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

On the BEACH!

You couldn't ask for a better location, we had never stayed on Dauphin Island and we are now hooked! The kids loved that every morning they could just walk down the stairs to the beach, no hiking over dunes or down piers carrying all our stuff! The house was nice, rooms were as described, few minor things that could be updated, but I know that's not always easy with rental properties. Pool was great to have for the kids (it is small, but perfect for kids) there were a few spots on the deck where nails were coming up, so just be aware. Overall loved our stay and already looking to book again next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

jon s.

Dec 10, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place and Beautiful Beach

The house was great. It had plenty of room and the view was unbelievable. The house is right on the water and the beach was amazing. With Covid, recent storm damage to the area (nothing noticeable on the house), and it being the offseason, there were a limited number of things to do on the island. We expected that, and had a great time hanging out at the house. I wish we would have had one more day to relax and enjoy this wonderful property.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Bethany C.

Oct 16, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Break

The house size, bedroom and bathroom layout, and proximity to the beach was perfect for our family vacation. We also loved the nearby restaurants and seafood market. The house was generally clean though there was some mildew/mold issues on the walls and ceiling of the upstairs bathroom and the middle bedroom. We were very disappointed that the pool was not heated as we made our house choice based off the small pool for the kids to play in. Apparently they don’t start heating until Oct. 15th, but the vacation listing did not specify that. All-in-all, the house was a good fit for our family, and we would definitely consider the property for future vacations.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Mar 3, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

We had a great stay here and enjoyed the local shops and food!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Raymond H.

Sep 30, 2019

Disliked: Cleanliness

Old and out dated inside

The house was nice outside but that is where it stopped.The furniture was old the hand rails and around cabinet doors looked as tho it had not been cleaned.We where afraid to sleep in beds we ask management to move us to another house they did we packed and left never stayed their

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

Aug 1, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

First time for all

First time for Dauphin Island and first time taking my children and grandchildren! We loved Kowabunga! It was perfect. Adam was great to work with! The location was awesome. We all really enjoyed the pool especially the children. Everything was so peaceful and relaxing. Can’t wait to go back!

10/10 Excellent

Jerry C.

Jul 9, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Home!

Kowabunga was excellent! It was everything that was advertised. The rental company was very attentive to all of our needs. Pool was great and the location to the beach was perfect! Only drawback was the parking. Driveway is enough for two vehicles . 5 stars for sure!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

angela k.

Jun 25, 2018

Beautiful spot for a family vacation!

Loved how close you were to the gulf. House and rooms were nice size. The only drawback we had was the parking. The views from all the decks were amazing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

rick w.

Apr 1, 2018

Really needs some work.

The house was ok but with some caveat. It was generally clean but some things were not done well. For example the grill was totally disgusting, like it had not been cleaned in months. The middle burner control would not even turn. The whole place needed a deep cleaning. It also needs some maintenance work done I had to fix the bathroom door latch to make it close in the master bedroom. One toilet off the kitchen would not flush with out taking the lid off and physically pulling up the flap valve to flush it.If you want pictures I have them. We did enjoy the pool and game room as well as the Crow's nest.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Kyle U.

Oct 26, 2016

Overall good time, could definitely use some work.

We had a great time at this house, but there are definitely some areas that could be improved. There are quite a few areas where paint has been rubbed off and small holes in walls. The bottom bunk of one of the bunk beds upstairs is being supported by a wooden block where it had been broken. The TV in that room was broken and not hooked up to the Direct TV. The TV in the main room is very nice, and that is plenty, but if you are going to have a TV in a bedroom, make sure it works. Overall, we actually really enjoyed our stay here....most of the areas that could be improved were just cosmetic.......just needs a little updating and touching up.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016

6/10 Okay

DOUG H.

Aug 25, 2016

pictures can be decieving

overall our stay was very injoyable the house was very roomy the view was lovely and the beach was right there had issues with the tv not working and not getting fixed til thursday and an issue with bugs. the deck on the house has is going to need some care soon after staying for the week and the shape of the property i feel that it is a little over priced

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Jun 3, 2016

Could not have been more perfect

First I'd like to tell you some things I was concerned about before arriving. The pictures showed two houses between Kowabunga and the beach. I thought it must be a long walk to the beach and the views must be blocked. I was wrong! The back stairs go down directly to the beach and the two houses between Kowabunga and the gulf actually have posts in the water (too close). There were great views from either side! We wanted to barbecue and I don't think a grill was mentioned, but there is a gas grill on the deck. My husband and I loved the fact that the master bedroom was downstairs while my adult children liked their rooms also. My two grandchildren (ages 5 & 7) were able to sleep in the room with their parents and I must say that they really enjoyed the dipping pool! The 3 1/2 bathrooms came in very handy for the 10 people in our family. There is wifi and cable and, I believe, a television in every room with a dvd player. I would highly recommend this beach house to anybody. Everything was in fine, attractive condition and worked perfectly. We had no need to ever call the owner. We were also blessed with perfect weather and no jelly fish, sting rays, or mosquitos!