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Pool! DOCK! private & public beach access <br>Newly Renovated!!! Sleeps 12

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Exterior
Beach nearby, beach towels
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 93000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Popular LocationDauphin Island Beaches12 min walk
  • Popular LocationDauphin Island Public Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationIsle Dauphine Golf Club12 min drive
  • AirportMobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)61 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.

Pool! DOCK! private & public beach access <br>Newly Renovated!!! Sleeps 12

Newly Renovated Interior!
Completed Spring 2023
POOL with great deck and screened porch.

Cant decide between the Sound and the Gulf side? Get both if you stay here at Whale Tales. Private sandy bay beach out the back door and Gulf beach access at end of the driveway.

2 Masters — 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. Spacious Architect-designed open floor plan with high ceilings. Very private on 1.25 acres of land. Huge windows with bay views everywhere in the living space. Well equipped kitchen, washer/dryer and commercial size Ice Machine (250 lbs. storage and 360 lbs. of ice made per day!!). Free wifi internet & 4 large Smart TVs. Huge screened-in deck off living room with covered area and two outdoor showers downstairs. Plenty of chairs and lounges on the decks along with gas grill. In ground adjustable basketball goal out front.

The private pier is 150 ft long with a lower dock at the end to crab, fish, swim, and dock your boat. Pole holders are mounted everywhere. Super bright lights for night fishing.

Bedrooms: King, King, Full + Twin Bunkbed, 2 Twin Bunkbeds. All bedrooms have large walk-in closet.

Luxurious upstairs private master suite has its own living room, huge walk in shower, and private deck overlooking the Sound.

The second Master bedroom is on the main level and has a King bed, TV, and private full bath.

Also on the main level are two more spacious bedrooms. One with a Full and Twin Bunkbed. The other has a pair of Twin bunkbeds. Between them is a large bathroom with double vanities and separated (by doors) toilet and shower rooms.

This is a great spot on the Island where you can see dolphins, foxes, herons, pelicans, osprey, all the sea life, and more without ever leaving the property.

Turnover Day is typically Saturday: The vast majority of rentals on this island are weekly with check-in/check-out on Saturdays. In order to avoid interruption of the norm (and avoid turning our calendar into a jigsaw puzzle), we may choose not to accept short stays or reservations that don't begin or end on a Saturday.

Pet Friendly - dog fee $25/night per dog.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Heated pool on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kiva Dunes Golf Course and CJ's Par 3. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 12 min walk
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 7 min drive
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 12 min drive
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 12 min drive
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 15 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Reel Deal BBQ & Seafood - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pool! DOCK! private & public beach access <br>Newly Renovated!!! Sleeps 12 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Pool! DOCK! private & public beach access <br>Newly Renovated!!! Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pool! DOCK! private & public beach access <br>Newly Renovated!!! Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pool! DOCK! private & public beach access <br>Newly Renovated!!! Sleeps 12?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pool! DOCK! private & public beach access <br>Newly Renovated!!! Sleeps 12 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Dauphin Island Beaches and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Dauphin Island Public Beach. Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay K., Kentucky USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Whale of a time!
Stayed here with my husband, teen daughter, adult daughter, son in law, 6 year old grandson and 3 fur babies. Great location for fishing or swimming in the bay, easy access to a quiet side road for dog walking and the gulf is just right across the road! Pool was clean, clear, private and warm!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

travis w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break
Had a great time. House was clean and put together well for a group. Pool was a plus. Ice maker didnt work, but that wasnt an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tara M., Cedar Hill, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Our group of 6 enjoyed our stay. The house is in a great location between both the bay and gulf. Instructions for checkin and checkout were clear and easy to follow. Home is decorated beautifully and has a nice selection of seating both inside and out.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Week at Whale Tales!
The new renovations and updates at Whale Tales are great! The property is very clean and family friendly. The outdoor shower was wonderful and the full size ice machine in the laundry room was a great surprise. We had a minor issue with the oven and the property owner was extremely responsive to get someone out to take a look and fix it. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful beach house!
My family loved our stay. The house was beautiful and spacious for my husband and I and our teenagers! We loved having the dock access on the bay and same distance to walk across the street to the beach. My husband caught a stingray, we got crabs in the crab traps, and fish! Lots of wonderful memories, we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Spot
We had an amazing stay. The house is well appointed, but the view and the beach and pier are the star! Amazing sunsets and we had so much fun fishing. The island has a nice slow pace and we were able to really enjoy time with family. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Whitney W.

Great Place
There are a few things that could be updated or fixed and the house could really use a deep clean but none of that took away from our overall enjoyment of the trip. It was a wonderful property, perfect for our kids and dogs, and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leann F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation - location is super!
We chose this VRBO for its location, and that it had 4 BR/3BA for our family. It also has a dock (not all homes have this) that we could use, with a ladder to swim in the bay, well-lighted, and a small beach area for my 82 yr old mother to sit and enjoy as well. The porch furniture/grill has a lot of beach-weather wear and tear, but the owners have started replacing it a bit at a time (there were some brand new chairs on the outside porch to watch sunsets/bay/etc.) They also had a canoe that we were able to use on the bay, which was nice. This saved us from having to rent one. A few of the kids fished off of the dock, and there is access to water to rinse off/clean fish,etc. VERY nice plus is you like to fish! There is also a sink/cleaning area under the house (garage area) for fish-cleaning, as well as a shower. There is a well-stocked area of beach towels (towels that others have left) for you to use while there. We brought our own, but it was nice to have a few extra at our disposal. Overall, it was a nice rental, and our family thoroughly enjoyed our vacation. We love Dauphin Island and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for family
The property was well maintained and well represented on VRBO. Our family enjoyed having access to the beach, the sound and fishing on the dock. Great experience and we will rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Jake B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Get Away Weekend
Needs to be posted that you need a 4WD vehicle to get up to the house. Sand was so high in the driveway that every vehicle got stuck and it looked as if others had used wood to try and get out from being stuck before us. The outdoor furniture was highly used and outdated.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen B., Cincinnati Ohio, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Perfect comfortable home for our family’s ocean vacation. Everything we needed and more, great location, and gracious hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Ellen and Geoff A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, quiet beach home
This is a great vacation home. We enjoyed every minute in Dauphin Island. If you are going with your dog, stay on the bay side. We have stayed on both sides and our dog was able to swim and walk on this side more than the gulf side. Tropical Storm Fred went by us to the east while we were vacationing. The gulf side surf was wild and there were rip tides. We floated in the water and swam in calm waters.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
The common area - living room, dining and kitchen - was huge. Each of our adult children had their own rooms except my daughter who stayed on the living area side of the upstairs master which is also huge. The jacuzzi bathtub upstairs is 2 people sized - it’s so big. The outdoor decking with the rocking chairs and the screen porched area are so nice. Having water spigots at 3 spots outside was great for feet and beach stuff rinsing. Love the dock and the sound side beach! It is private. I could have gone there everyday and never even went to the Gulf side. It’s wild that the house is dead center between the 2 so you have it all! We cooked 5 nights and found all we needed in the kitchen for that. The laundry being right off the kitchen is a great spot. The house is so soundproof. I don’t know if that’s due to hurricane codes or what, but you didn’t hear anything if the door was closed. We loved our stay in your home and Dauphin Island was wonderful. 1st time on the island and area. It was wonderful and I’d love to get back another year! Thanks!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
Loved the quality time to visit with family. Perfect location for family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what are family needed!!!
First time to Dauphin Island, we certainly weren’t disappointed. House and the property were amazing, having the dock was a definite bonus. We spent many hours fishing from the dock and the ocean side. The house was well stocked with everything we needed and had room to spare for our 7 travelers. The homeowners were extremely helpful and answered all our questions leading up to and during our stay. The island is very family friendly, which was perfect for what we were looking for. I would highly recommend calling ahead for dinning, some restaurants were very busy and do except reservations. We would definitely come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, lots of room, had everything we needed. Loved the dock!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!
Great property and beach access. Good info provided by the property owners about the area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
This was great house. Very quiet on the sound side and just steps away from the open ocean. Services such as restaurants were a little light probably due to covid and the recent hurricanes. We had a great time and our pup enjoyed herself as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Lovely Get-Away!
We really enjoyed our trip to the gulf coast. The property was PERFECT for what we needed! A very nice kitchen, wonderful whirlpool tub (upstairs master), lovely views from the entire home, great beach! Seriously, after 2020, this is exactly what my soul needed! We typically try to travel to new areas annually, but we will likely be back as this was just about perfect!

8/10 Good

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dauphin Island, Al
Great stay. Very relaxing, lots of time to sit and read. We really enjoyed watching the pelicans and other birds from screened in porch. The views were great too.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annene K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
My husband and I really enjoyed the house, the dock, and the beach. We cooked a lot of meals and loved hanging out on the screened in porch. The master bedroom upstairs with the extra living space and the balcony was a dream. Many beautiful sunsets and great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jordene H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Get-Away
Six adults & 3 children (3 generations) for a week-long escape. Due to extreme cold, we lost power and water but the owner was responsive in getting a plumber out to fix a burst pipe. House was super comfortable and after we moved breakable things, extremely kid-friendly. The top bedroom has views of the ocean from both sides and was a nice escape from the kids downstairs. The house is pretty sound-proof and we couldn't hear folks in the kitchen, etc. The view from the kitchen/dining/living is spectacular even on cold rainy days.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Loved this property. It was very private and beautiful. I loved watching the sun set over the pier and enjoying the private beach. It was perfect!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020