Title: 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) 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 - 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D (Dauphin Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68870000/68866000/68865965/31c6131c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D (Dauphin Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68870000/68866000/68865965/8fa43767.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D (Dauphin Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68870000/68866000/68865965/a0704e2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D (Dauphin Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68870000/68866000/68865965/eb8809ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D (Dauphin Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68870000/68866000/68865965/366a8068.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D provides amenities, such as a water park and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101586 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 America than Beach, Love & Happiness - a spacious, beachfront escape on the white-sand shores of Dauphin Island. At just 10 steps from the cool gulf waters, this four-bedroom home will give you a vacation you won't soon forget. 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 8 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. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 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 - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### 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 - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling 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 - Unit size: 1,586 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109550000/109541200/109541178/w3837h2560x3y0-912053d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Embassy Suites By Hilton Gulf Shores Beach Resort Gulf Shores - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Restaurant 9.6 Exceptional 194 reviews £147 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=109541178&PinnedHotelID=109541178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40190000/40182600/40182542/04784001.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Summer House on Romar Beach Orange Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=40182542&PinnedHotelID=40182542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346700/94346620/932cc160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Views & Waterfront Fun: Aloe Bay Home Dauphin Island - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=94346620&PinnedHotelID=94346620&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94430000/94421800/94421725/254748ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Breezy Dauphin Island Vacation Rental With Deck! 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Max of 4. ### 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 60686 ## About the area Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Dauphin Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dauphin-Island.dx182896) [View more Holiday homes in Dauphin Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dauphin-Island-Private-Holiday-Homes.d182896-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.24915%2C-88.18125&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vkR61P1g11KSuxQ0zQ1AJx0UreE=) Dauphin Island, AL ### What's nearby - ![Dauphin Island Alabama Aerial View](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496767/f89b3a69-0e5f-4678-8730-94ab245bd72f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dauphin Island Beaches 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![Dauphin Island West Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/939122603061301248/b290c257-4d40-4109-aece-2a4f4a4ec80f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) West End Beach 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![University of South Alabama ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070645/c89e6f7d-dc4d-4644-9a4e-04907c295ab7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of South Alabama 54 min drive \- 45.6 miles - ![Aerial view of beach houses at Fort Morgan, Alabama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496778/f366ba68-be08-4690-a3c8-a397fb10da97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Morgan Beach 57 min drive \- 11.5 miles - ![Fort Morgan which includes heritage elements and military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070623/14efdf5e-35f9-4b6f-aa77-5ed0c7a06ae0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Morgan 57 min drive \- 11.5 miles ### Getting around - Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) 52 min drive ### Restaurants - Circle K 13 min drive - Chevron 12 min drive - Pelican Pub 13 min drive - Pirate's Bar & Grill 14 min drive - Capt'n Snappers 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D? ### What time is check-in at 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D? ### What time is check-out at 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D? ### Where is 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 31 8 - Good 14 6 - Okay 12 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 3 ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen H. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Beautiful home directly on the Gulf. Just steps away from the water. Our family enjoyed the house. It was very clean and well equipped with everything we needed to enjoy our family weekend. ##### Karen H. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Robbi T. 21 Jul 2024 #### Vacation Loved the location being steps from the Gulf! ##### Robbi T. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber G. 14 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Love the west end. This is right on the beach. House is all you need. Deck has awesome views all around. Will stay here again! ##### Amber G. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert R. 26 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property Pictures on the Web were accurate. Great location and we had a wonderful, albeit short, stay ##### Robert R. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim F. 28 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Fit Two families stayed in the home for a week - it was the perfect size for our group of 4 adults and 5 kids. We appreciated the sleeping arrangements and the very large dining table. There was plenty of space for everyone, and the location right on the beach can't be beat. Thank you for a great week! ##### Tim F. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susie H. 17 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything and More! Perfect for a beach house! Convenient and comfy beds……we will go back! ##### Susie H. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie S. 13 May 2024 #### Great home We loved the home. Family of 6\. Second time on the island. We always have a great time. ##### Stephanie S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Curtis P. 27 May 2024 #### Great Beach Property This property was perfect for our family vacation. We enjoy being right on the beach, being able to walk downstairs and you’re on it. Also, love being able to observe what the family is doing on the beach from the balcony. The property was clean and furnished appropriately. Overall, we enjoyed our time there and recommend this property. ##### Curtis P. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise P. 14 Mar 2024 #### Awesome The house the view everything we needed! ##### Denise P. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne W. 7 Feb 2024 #### Amazing View This was such a great vacation spot! We were directly over the waves. It’s not a brand new house, but everything was lovely. I would book again. ##### Anne W. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan E. 7 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Susan E. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candida S. 9 Jun 2024 #### Beach love Home is right on the beach! Home was clean upon arrival. Bedding slept well. There was enough space and furniture for everyone to sit and enjoy the space. Especially enjoyed the chairs on the back deck. ##### Candida S. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Nicole A. 10 Apr 2024 #### Needs TLC, but served its purpose! We enjoyed our week here! It could definitely use some TLC, but it served its purpose of being a great home for us and the kids. We loved the location and being able to send the kids to play right outside. ##### Nicole A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### kris v. 7 Sept 2024 #### Beach Love and Happiness This is great home right on the water. We were amazed at how close you really are. We loved our stay, as did our dogs. Plenty of room to spread out. The elevated deck chairs were perfect for enjoying the water. We cooked several meals and the kitchen had a fairly good amount of what we needed minus wooden spoons and skewers for shrimp. It’s a good location for the gorgeous sunsets and very close to the west end public beach to get the full sunset view. ##### kris v. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles H. 3 Oct 2023 #### Definitely Beach, Love & Happiness! 2nd stay at this house. It's awesome being able to go down stairs to the sand and you're right where you need to be! The couch and love seat had been replaced since last year and they are SO comfortable! ##### Charles H. ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia R. 23 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Patricia R. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon P. 22 Oct 2024 #### Beach, Room and Happiness! Roomy house right at the waters edge! Huge deck for sunrises and sunsets! TV’s were great! Beds were all comfy (did not use the bunk beds so cannot speak on those). Yes, there are some things that could be spiffed up, but it’s a beach house with people and sand in and out so be realistic. The only complaint from me is the water entry in front of the house. Beach erosion uncovered some unsightly objects one day, but the next day they were all covered up. We spent the days at the beach to the right of the house as you face the ocean. Great area! Would rent again, for sure!! ##### Shannon P. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kayla V. 25 Sept 2023 #### Better than expected!!! The house was really nice with plenty of room. Very clean. Very comfortable & fantastic location (right on the beach just steps away from the Gulf!). Vacasa was a great host!! They delivered us a tank for the gas grill & on our last day, we had issues with the upstairs AC & Vacasa responded immediately. Would definitely recommend............. only issue was that the upstairs king bed was a little uncomfortable but other then that, it was great!!!!! ##### Kayla V. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joan M. 12 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic location! Great place! We loved the unobstructed view and the sound of the waves crashing on the shore. I am so glad that we opted for the gulf side of the island, especially in the winter months when sunshine is at a premium. We were lucky with the weather, in the 60s and no rain. The whole place was clean and seemed to have fresh paint throughout. The wooden floors were worn and appropriate for a beach house. We loved them - no worries. Although the kitchen and baths aren't newly remodeled, they were clean with new shower liners and quite adequate. The kitchen did not have a lot of counter space, but with the huge wood table, it wasn't an issue. This VRBO had no spices or oils (not even salt and pepper), a roll of paper towels, 3 dishwasher tablets, small amount of liquid dish detergent, small soap bars in the showers and at the each sink, small shampoo and conditioner in each shower and several extra trash bags. We brought extra supplies because we had asked beforehand, but just be prepared. Communication was quick and easy.We would not hesitate to book again. This is a great place and reasonably priced! ##### Joan M. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandon H. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring Break Family Vacation with Wife and Four Kids rove down from Iowa with my wife and four kids in our minivan during Spring break. We had never been to Dauphin Island or even Alabama before though we saw pictures of the home on the listing and of the surrounding area and decided to book and drive down. We had a very memorable and fun experience and the kids loved it. The white sandy beach in front of the home was great. We loved how close we were to the West-end beach on the island. The ocean front view from the home was beautiful, especially from the two decks. We enjoyed the sound of the ocean from our beds at night. We liked the picnic table to eat at and chairs to watch the kids from the deck and the sunset. The climate control made our stay comfortable, though we often didn’t use it due to temperate weather and having the doors open. The home water was warm during showers. The washing machine and dryer were nice which we used daily along with the dishwasher and three bathrooms. The refrigerator was very clean and they had things to prepare food including a pizza cutter. We plan on staying here again based on our positive experiences next Spring Break in March, especially if we can get another great deal. Only criticisms would be replacing two noisy ceiling fans (bearings) and cleaning the outside of the windows for a better view of the ocean. ##### Brandon H. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cynthia H. 5 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Cynthia H. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Alicia 1 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Needs Improvement Overall my family enjoyed our trip due to our time together and the proximity to the gulf. However, the home needs maintenance improvements, driveway maintenance and a deep cleaning. We first noticed that there were food crumbs in many drawers, mildew in the shower (had to replace the shower curtain) and unfinished floors. We also had difficulty pulling in the side street due to the thickness of sand. We messaged Vacasa the day we booked the property to ensure we wouldn’t have any issues driving a sedan. They stated we wouldn’t. The driveway was completely inaccessible and we constantly had difficulty pulling in and out of the side street where Vacasa stated we could use as backup parking. When we called on two separate days once arriving to inform them we needed a solution for parking, they never contacted us back with a solution.On a positive note they offered to come out and fix the cleaning issues but we declined since we had already brought our items in and traveled 10 hours.The greater issues were parking and the lack of maintenance upkeep. We also had palmetto bugs(flying cockroaches) inside and outside the house. However, I am not sure if they are avoidable. Overall great location to the beach but we won’t be renting again or renting from Vacasa again. ##### Alicia Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Debra L. 23 May 2024 #### This house is awful! I wanted to like this property so bad because of its location. And I now believe that is probably it’s only advantage. There are a few things about it that are acceptable. The appliances are relatively new, it does have space for a large family without difficulty, and the beds are fairly comfortable. Otherwise, it is a complete disaster. First of all, there was no street sign anywhere so we had to guess on where to turn to even get to the house. It would’ve been nice if someone in the local Vacasa team had told us that. The house is in desperate need of attention and repair. The hardwood floors are completely worn bare, and old wood is showing. There are holes above almost every window where drapes have been removed and no one has bothered to patch them. While it appears that relatively new living room, furniture has been purchased , it does not change the fact that very little attention is given to this home by the owners, and that is obvious. We could not find a hairdryer or washcloths in any part of the home, so we went and bought them. After a few days, our guests actually found a small travel size hairdryer, tucked underneath a sink almost impossible to see. It was the only hairdryer for a home that was supposed to sleep 12 people. And there were no washcloths anywhere. The TV did not work in the queen bedroom, and a technician had to come out and repair it. Thus, we had to cancel plans in order to be home for that person to show up. The worst part of this experience was the home is obviously sinking into the sand because it is so close to the surf so it has a tilted floor toward the ocean. A storm came while we were there and surf water was rolling underneath the home and came up into the driveway almost dumping water into our car! We were very fortunate to get out in time. Not one single person from Vacasa checked on us, responded to our panic text, or called to even see if we were alive. We had no warning of the storm , and this house is certainly not safe in those conditions. There are numerous other small details that I will not list in this review for time purposes. However, I cannot consciously recommend this home to anyone and we will never stay there again even though we visit Dauphin Island every year. ##### Debra L. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josh T. 11 Aug 2025 #### Fun vacation This was a great property for our family vacation to DI! ##### Josh T. ### 8/10 Good #### Kris V. 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is our second stay here. It was clean and smelled great. Some upgrades have occurred since our last visit but a few things need attention like some areas on the deck, especially the upper deck, and the floors. I wasn’t too concerned about the floors as we travel with dogs. The location is outstanding and the kitchen is well stocked. We would stay there again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/48eea202-f46e-402f-aec9-ae10870ec06c-1757962071083.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kris V. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ---