100+ 5-STAR Reviews: Family Home 5 Min. Walk to Beach Neighborhood Pool & Tennis

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10Outstanding
(117 Ratings)
"Great property on Dauphin Island, perfect for two families on vacation in gated community. Close to private beach, pool and tennis court. Very well stocked kitchen and plenty of bikes/ beach supplies ..."
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10 / 10
Outstanding(117 Ratings)

House in Dauphin Island, AL

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

Welcome to Salty Dog Beach House, a beloved spot on Dauphin Island boasting over 115 5-star reviews on VRBO. Nestled within the gated community of Desoto Landing, this charming home offers all that you need for your next Dauphin Island Vacation.

Step inside the first level and discover an inviting open concept living space, complete with a well-equipped kitchen, dining area, cozy den, and a screened porch perfect for lounging with seating for four. Adjacent, an open deck offers additional seating for four and a dining table, ideal for enjoying meals outside. This level also hosts bedroom #1 with a queen bed and attached full bath, providing comfort and convenience. Entertainment options such as games, books, puzzles, playing cards, movies, are all provided!

On the second level you'll find bedroom #2, featuring two twin beds, a toy box, and TV offering both a DVD player and Netflix. A shared bath with dual vanities serves bedrooms #2 and #3. Bedroom #3 offers a queen bed, loveseat, cable TV, and access to an upstairs deck with seating for four. Meanwhile, bedroom #4 offers another queen bed, two reading chairs, a private full bath, and access to the upstairs deck.

Beneath the house, a storage room awaits, stocked with chairs, bikes, sand toys, and tennis rackets, ensuring endless fun in the sun all. A wide concrete driveway and space beneath the house provides ample parking, while outdoor amenities like a gas grill, small charcoal grill, outdoor shower, and shaded sandy area with hooks for a hammock promise relaxation and entertainment. The owners of Salty Dog have thought of everything and even have you covered for the beach day! They offer a selection of books, magazines, beach chairs, and sand toys.

The neighborhood boardwalk leads you to the community's amenities such as the tennis court, pool, and private beach. Just a short 5 min walk to the beach from the home. This area of the Island is perfect for leisurely strolls, bird-watching, or even catching a glimpse of playful dolphins.

For those traveling with little ones - The Salty Dog is packed with amenities for the youngest of travelers. In the Twin Bedroom, you'll find a TV connected to a DVD player, stocked with a variety of Children's Movies including beloved Disney classics, and a Wii game console for Netflix access. Additionally, the twin room offers a toy box and closet with a variety of toys, while the nearby hallway houses a bookcase filled with Children's Books. Also, check out the kitchen drawer for coloring books and crayons. The bathroom linked to the Twin Bedroom, as well as the downstairs half-bath, feature a convenient step-stool, ensuring little ones can easily reach the sink. We've also got you covered with 2 portable booster seat/high chairs, child-size cups and utensils, and 2 umbrella strollers. While we provide a crib-size mattress, please note that a crib itself is not included (remember to bring your own crib bedding).

Must Do's at the Salty Dog from the Owners:
1) take a hot shower in the outdoor shower, don't just use it to rinse off from the beach (it's amazing);
2) read a book and/or take a nap in the hammock under the house;
3) enjoy your morning coffee on the exposed deck;
4) watch the sunset from the top level deck in the afternoon with your favorite cocktail;
5) play a board game on the screened porch;
6) use sidewalk chalk on the huge concrete driveway to play hopscotch or foursquare;
6) steam shrimp for dinner from Skinner's (or let them do it for you!);
7) try pigs in a blanket or a huge cinnamon roll from Lighthouse Bakery;
8) walk west on the beach to the 'cove' and see how many hermit crabs you can find;
9) go out on the beach at night with a flashlight to look for ghost crabs; and
10) relax, unplug, and have fun

For additional insider tips and highlights, be sure to check out the owner's Facebook page (search: Salty Dog Dauphin Island). This home truly has it all for your next Dauphin Island Vacation. Book your stay at Salty Dog Beach House today and start counting down the days to relaxation!

No parties or events allowed. Occupancy must be observed at all times.

Things to know about our Dauphin Island Rentals:
No Pets
All linens are provided
Gas Grill & Charcoal provided
You must be at least 25 years old to rent.
Parking for 4 passenger cars
No trailers, campers, boats, etc. may be parked at home at any time during the stay. Violators will be fined at the discretion of the HOA.

Additional Charges: Cleaning fee, 13% lodging tax, non-refundable reservation fee and damage waiver, optional travel insurance.

Saturday to Saturday reservations preferred during peak summer season.

Amenities at 100+ 5-STAR Reviews: Family Home 5 Min. Walk to Beach Neighborhood Pool & Tennis

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Dauphin Island, AL


Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(117 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2024
Great property on Dauphin Island, perfect for two families on vacation in gated community. Close to private beach, pool and tennis court. Very well stocked kitchen and plenty of bikes/ beach supplies for the house. Elizabeth is a wonderful and thoughtful host! Thank you for sharing your beach home with us!
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2023
Liz was great to work with and made sure we had everything we needed. This is the best equipped home we have ever stayed in. Nice relaxing home comfortably serving 7 adults. Fully stocked kitchen. Great neighborhood, close to everything. We can't say enough good things about this property.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2023
The true measure of service is not when everything is perfect; it's when there's a problem. Our AC failed while we were there. Fixed in less than six hours by a true professional. That said, I have never stayed anywhere that considered your needs more carefully. Not just a fully stocked kitchen, but spices, and flour and things you don't even realize you need. Sewing kits, band aids, bottle openers. I've never seen such a thoughtful approach to guests. Directions and suggestions, guides, and events. Location is divine. What a memorable vacation. Thank you so much!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2023
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our time on Dauphin Island! Your home was beautiful- thank you for opening it up for us to stay there! We appreciated all of your thorough communication and all of the information that you provided regarding the house, what to do on and around the island, where to shop and eat, etc. (Also- the videos of the walk to the beach were really helpful as we were deciding on where to stay.) We appreciated all of the children’s books, toys, and DVDs- those things were so helpful to have for our kids to enjoy. The beach gear (chairs, sand toys, wagon, etc) and bikes were great to have too. Thank you again for your thorough, helpful communication and for helping to make our vacation so enjoyable!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at 100+ 5-STAR Reviews: Family Home 5 Min. Walk to Beach Neighborhood Pool & Tennis. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is 100+ 5-STAR Reviews: Family Home 5 Min. Walk to Beach Neighborhood Pool & Tennis pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at 100+ 5-STAR Reviews: Family Home 5 Min. Walk to Beach Neighborhood Pool & Tennis?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.