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Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach

Vacation home in Dauphin Island with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to the serene and relaxing atmosphere of The Anchor Holds, a coastal home with easy access to Alabama Gulf Coast beaches. Inside, unwind in the spacious living area with a large TV and cozy seating or prepare delicious meals in the fully equipped kitchen.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101600 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach

The Anchor Holds

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This stunning property is the perfect destination for your dream vacation, offering a serene and relaxing atmosphere with just a short walk to the pristine beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast! This coastal home offers easy access to a plethora of attractions and activities. Explore the island's natural beauty by visiting Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Audubon Bird Sanctuary, or historic Fort Gaines. Take a leisurely stroll along the beach, collect seashells, or indulge in water sports such as kayaking, fishing, or paddleboarding.

As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a spacious and tastefully decorated interior that exudes comfort and elegance. The open-concept living area is thoughtfully designed, seamlessly blending modern amenities with a charming coastal ambiance. A large TV and cozy seating provide the perfect setting for movie nights or catching up on your favorite shows. The fully equipped kitchen is a haven for culinary enthusiasts, complete with high-end appliances, ample counter space, and all the necessary cookware and utensils. Prepare delicious meals and gather around the dining table or the breakfast bar to enjoy them with your loved ones. For additional culinary options, there's also a gas grill.

The home features three well-appointed bedrooms, each designed with your utmost comfort in mind. The primary bedroom boasts ultra-plush sleeping arrangements, ensuring a restful night's sleep after a day of beachside adventures. The two additional bedrooms are equally inviting, both adorned with soft linens and central air. With two bathrooms, including one ensuite in the primary bedroom featuring a double vanity, walk-in shower, and separate soaking tub, there will be no shortage of convenience and privacy for you and your fellow guests.

Moreover, this dog-friendly property includes a small fenced-in area, providing a safe and secure space for your furry friends to roam and play freely during your stay.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 5.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
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

Property is also known as

103714

About the neighborhood

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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mobile Cruise Terminal - 46 min drive - 47.1 miles
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 50 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Fort Morgan - 51 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches and Dauphin Island Public Beach. Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jarred J.

It was a wonderful laid back vacation.

Location was great!

8/10 Good

Meg P.

Very clean & bright house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Family trip

Everything was perfect, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

Great place!

We loved our stay! It’s in a great location to the beach and the bay side.

10/10 Excellent

Samuel Y.

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

Annual trip

Great time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leesa P.

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

Beautiful Home

Great house. We had a very good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilee W.

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

Walker Family Vaca

Beautiful house, very clean. Wonderful location in a quiet little neighborhood. Westend beach is close, restaurants and icecream was close. Don't pass this one up 10/10 recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Nice stay

It was a nice place that accommodated my family’s needs. It was clean with a nice kitchen set up.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David L.

Nice stay

Very comfortable and clean with lots of room. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Great location

Home was impeccably clean and well supplied. Master bathroom is huge! Quiet and convenient location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie B.

Beautiful home

The home was clean, had everything we needed and so close to a beautiful beach.. we will be back again!

10/10 Excellent

Frances W.

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

Dog friendly

Enjoyed our stay! Very dog friendly and accommodating. House was very clean and nice . Only wish there would have been some seating under the house while grilling.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne L.

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

Our Wedding Weekend

The property was absolutely perfect for our guests. We got married at another home on the island and this house was better than my expectations! Everyone was comfortable and relaxed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M., United States

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

Perfect little family getaway

It was a weekend trip for my mom, my sister and myself, and our 4 kids. The bunk room was perfect for the kids. Plenty of space, clean, good communication. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael S.

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

Beautiful home

Wonderful home! Short distance to the beach. A great place to relax and reset.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Woodie L.

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

2024 Vacation

We Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Fantastic new beach house

Clean, nice master bath. Top notch kitchen and supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

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

Beautiful New Dauphin Island Home

Very nice new rental. Everything you need to just walk in and be Home. Loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Great family rental

We came for a family vacation with in-laws and kids. Our party of 8 all fit very comfortably! Would highly recommend this house. Beautiful sunsets on the porch with a cold drink. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany F.

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

Loved it!

The house was same as advertised and we loved it! We will book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Derek K.

Awesome place to stay, very clean!

The place was very clean with plenty of towels to last our family of 3 throughout our stay. Lots of smart TVs throughout, a fully stocked kitchen, and comfortable beds in a quiet neighborhood. The AC gets cold if you're hot after a short walk to the beach. This was the highlight of our vacation and we'd definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Kadie G.

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

Dean and Lunn

We loved the place and location. We lucked out with amazing weather - I’d rent again here. Our only suggestions are a coffee table and maybe little better layout with the tv room furniture.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen E.

Perfect getaway

The home was perfect for us. Right across the road from the beach. Easy access. It’s a new home so still had the new feel but lots of charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tracy S.

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

Nice stay

We enjoyed our stay at The Anchor Holds. It was spacious and convenient to everything we wanted to do. There were only 2 wash clothes in the entire house and the kitchen didn’t have oils, salt/pepper or condiments so bring that with you. The master bathroom was amazing and the fenced in dog area was helpful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina B.

PERFECT

Very clean, quiet, and comfortable. We loved the concrete under the house and the dog fence. Master bathroom was amazing! Perfect for us and our kiddos!