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Island Retreat for Nature Lovers

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Popular LocationIndian Shell Mound Park13 min walk
  • Popular LocationDauphin Island Beaches19 min walk
  • Popular LocationIsle Dauphine Golf Club20 min walk
  • AirportMobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)41 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Clean, quiet and close to everything
Faith
Apr 23, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

Island Retreat for Nature Lovers

Enjoy beautiful Dauphin Island in this treehouse-like getaway filled with works of Southern artists. Walk or bike to beaches, Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Native American shell mounds, quaint shops, galleries, bakeries, live music and restaurants. A large, elevated covered porch is perfect for outdoor dining and relaxing in nature--rain or shine.

Property manager

Knight

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 not allowed

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 cottage is near the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Lakewood Golf Club. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 13 min walk
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 19 min walk
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 20 min walk
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 6 min drive
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Reel Deal BBQ & Seafood - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Retreat for Nature Lovers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Retreat for Nature Lovers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Retreat for Nature Lovers?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Retreat for Nature Lovers located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Beaches. Dauphin Island Public Beach and Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Drew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house!
This house was perfect for our stay! Great location and perfect set up. Already considering it again for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty darn near perfect
DA is our favorite quiet beach experience and is the easiest place to stay non-beachfront. The house is perfect for a family-especially one with teens who want privacy and are too old to clump together in a bunk room. The house is new, clean, and spacious with great bathrooms and a kitchen that is more than well stocked. Beds were super comfy and we all slept well in the quiet. Loved the porch and places to sit for alone time. One day the ac struggled and was promptly addressed by the owner. We will definitely stay here again and loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility in the Pines
Knight and Matt’s home is beautiful, clean, and well-appointed with local artwork, comfortable furniture, and everything you could possibly need. Right down to the spices and cooking essentials, their home is fully equipped. A view of pine trees outside every window enhances the serenity of the property. My husband, another couple, and I drove down from NC to witness spring migration (which never disappoints.) This will be our go-to place to stay for many returns!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Island Bachelorette Trip
I rented this house for my sisters weekend bachelorette trip. It was perfect for relaxing on a quiet dead-end street. The house is updated very clean and cozy. 10 out of 10 recommend and will be renting again. The host are so accommodating and reply quickly. This goes down in the books as one of my favorite vacation homes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time in the Pines!
My father, boyfriend, and I had a wonderful visit at Dauphin Island and enjoyed staying here. It was our first time staying in the Pines vs the beach but it was so relaxing and the house had everything we needed. 10/10 would recommend and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place
We enjoyed our time here. Very clean. We will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
-Peaceful- Paradise in the Pines
We throughly enjoyed our stay here for our short visit to the island. The home is beautifully decorated and very clean. The entire home was fully stocked with all the necessities. The quiet neighborhood helped make for a very relaxing trip. Only thing I would’ve changed is some darkening shades/curtains in the bedroom so we could’ve slept in later but even without, we still rested very well. Thanks for helping make our trip one of the best! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation Rental
My sisters and I spent a week here. The house is beautiful, clean, and well stocked. We really enjoyed the covered outside deck and spent a lot of time there. Anytime I had a question, the owners immediately answered. Dauphin Island is a quiet little gem in the Gulf of Mexico. If you are looking for low key and non-commercialized, this is the place to go. We plan on returning soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene L.

Liked: Cleanliness
No property beach access
It was good, house was excellent, well stocked with cooking ,bath accessories, clean. Just thought there was access to beach by seeing wooden walkway,but it was of bird sanctuary. Had a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend
We traveled to Dauphin Island for a family wedding and chose this home because of close proximity to the wedding. We were so pleased with everything about the home! It was absolutely spotless, very spacious, beautiful surroundings, quiet neighborhood, located close to everything we needed. The owners were very easy to communicate with, but they had everything we needed in place so we did not even have to reach out during our stay. Highly recommend this property to anyone traveling to the area! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter Weekend
We had a great vacation!! Beautiful home and beautiful location. The host was very responsive when a need came up about our key code and called me right away. She was so sweet and kind! The house is decorated absolutely gorgeous! Beautiful art on the walls. Comfy beds with lots of extras you don’t even think you might need/want. Will definitely stay here again in the future. Thank you for a chance to make wonderful memories in a beautiful home! 💛
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T., Columbia, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way!
This is a beautiful house in a very quiet and secluded neighborhood. No harsh street lights. The home is extremely clean, well stocked and has everything you might need for a family. Cute, cozy and super comfortable furniture and the master bedroom mattress was perfect. The deck is perfect for relaxing outside, rain or shine, with only the sounds of nature. This house feels like home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Char H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island Retreat for Nature Lovers is a gem!
Our previous visits to the island have been beachside Gulf so we were very surprised at the quiet seclusion we had here. It is located on a quiet street with easy access via bicycle or car to any of Dauphins beached and attractions. The home is clean and well stocked with everything you need and the owner couldn’t have been more responsive to any question we had. If I had one suggestion to enhance even further it would be more comfortable living room furniture. Yes, the plan is to be outside and enjoy the island but on a rainy day, stuck inside reading, a little more comfort would be appreciated.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation trip
Very beautiful house and the owner was very helpful and responded quickly when we had questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023