Entire home

10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D

Photo gallery for 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D

Property grounds
Exterior
4 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101586 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Dauphin Island, AL
  • Popular LocationDauphin Island Beaches9 min walk
  • Popular LocationDauphin Island Public Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationIsle Dauphine Golf Club13 min drive
  • AirportPascagoula, MS (PGL-Trent Lott Intl.)68 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.

10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D

Beach, Love & Happiness

Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'

You can't get much closer to the Gulf of Mexico than Beach, Love & Happiness - a spacious, beachfront escape on the white-sand shores of Dauphin Island. And at just 10 steps from the cool gulf waters, this four-bedroom home will give you a vacation you won't soon forget.

Built in 2005 and well-equipped for a beach-going family, this elevated home features wonderful spaces to gather both inside and out. Come up from a morning spent beach-combing, swimming, or stand-up paddleboarding to enjoy two levels of gulf-front decking that run the length of the house. The air-conditioned interior has plentiful windows that frame views of the gulf, and a layout that brings together the kitchen, the dining room, and the living room in one social space. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances (including a dishwasher) and seating for 10 at the adjacent table.

Additional amenities include a washer/dryer to take care of your swimsuits and towels each day, free WiFi throughout the house, cable TV, and a picnic table outside on the deck - the perfect spot for morning crosswords, post-beach lunches, and evening cocktails at sunset.

Things to Know
Full kitchen
Dog-friendly for a nightly fee

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. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

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



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.

City/town permit number: STR23-000111

Property manager

Vacasa of Alabama

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,586 square feet

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

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 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 and a first aid kit
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

60686

About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this vacation home is on the beach. Kiva Dunes Golf Course and CJ's Par 3 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Morgan Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 9 min walk
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 9 min drive
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 13 min drive
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 13 min drive
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pirate's Bar & Grill - 14 min drive
  • Pelican Pub - 13 min drive
  • Islanders Restaurant & Bar - 11 min drive
  • Reel Deal BBQ & Seafood - 11 min drive
  • Island Rainbow - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Dauphin Island Beaches and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Dauphin Island Public Beach. Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 35 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debi B., Rogers, Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
Great for beachfront dog lovers!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything and More!
Perfect for a beach house! Convenient and comfy beds……we will go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Pictures on the Web were accurate. Great location and we had a wonderful, albeit short, stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully warm though it was January.
Not warm like tropical, but warm like comforting and friendly. Although previous reviews weren’t very flattering, we found the property to be almost perfect. The furnishings were tastefully family orientated, and the only complaint we could make was seeing roaches. And the property manager was very helpful, and addressed the problem immediately. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home - parking issues
This is a great home, literally right on gulf. Plenty of room, comfy beds. Great for our family - but there are issues a guest may need to know when deciding on a rental. VRBO lists cable, it was internet TV only. Parking is non existent-only a 4x4 could park in that area. Other homes appeared to have cleared out the beach sand for parking- this home has not and we had to park on side road which I assume likely requires a permit during peak season. The railings on the decks need repair - gaps large enough for child to fall through. The clearly needs to be addressed as it is a major safety issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view!
When this place says on the beach it is literally on the beach. We loved it so much. We will be going back to this island!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Angela M., Montgomery, Alabama

Disliked: Cleanliness
Keep looking
The location of this home is perfect however the home itself needs a lot of attention. Make sure to bring storage containers for food due to the roach issue. Also they should fire there cleaning crew this place looks as if it’s never been really cleaned check under the beds because we had old socks and towels under the master and god knows what else. Anything with fabric from bedding to furniture is stained including the lampshades in the living room that looks like blood or something was slung on them. The property from the exterior is beautiful and amazing and if I could have stayed outside the whole trip I would have! So much potential but definitely needs some major TLC!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Terry and Vicki P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
I'd Turn Back If I Were You
The condition of the unit was extremely disappointing. For the amount of money we paid, we were expecting a level of quality that we have always had when renting property on the gulf coast. This is our first experience with VACASA and it will be our last. The list of issues is very long but the highlights include: Many broken and un-operatable blinds and windows, black mold on the shower curtain liners, stained linens and comforters, floors and walls in really bad shape, inadequate kitchen inventory (no beaters, few glasses), etc. And the refrigerator door is missing the rails to allow storage in the door. Dishwasher was working sometimes, sometimes not. There were towels in the dryer that we were not sure were clean. To sum it up, I would encourage someone from your organization to take your family there and stay a day or two. I did contact the local office with the concerns. I did not ask specifically for them to do anything. The condition being so overwhelmingly in poor shape, the only real solution would have been to relocate to another unit. I will say that I did not feel very much empathy from the local office. They came and changed one light bulb.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property
Beautiful home right on the water !! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome vacation!
After staying here we are done with condos! Being right there at the water and a ‘private’ beach was so wonderful! This was our 1st visit to Dauhpin Island and we will be booking this house again next year. There was one negative - the couches were so uncomfortable! Thankfully not a lot of time was spent inside!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Dauphin Island
Structure Type
Private vacation home