Location: Dauphin Island, Alabama, USA (33 miles from Mobile, AL Best airfare is Pensacola, FL (PNS)) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Keywords: Beach Cottage, Gulf-front, pet-friendly, beach house, waterfront, first tier
FABULOUS, GULF-FRONT THREE BEDROOM BEACH COTTAGE ONLY STEPS FROM THE GULF OF MEXICO. Water views from nearly every room. This house was built in 2007, and is outfitted with the best-quality beds, linens, furnishings, appliances, etc. for your comfort and convenience. You are truly only steps away from the Gulf of Mexico.
This house features wrap-around decks on 3 sides to fully enjoy the great views of both the Gulf of Mexico and Mobile Bay.
The Gulf-facing side has a large deck with a great picnic area for those beachside lunches. It also has many deck chairs and beach chairs to watch the shrimp boats go by, with dolphins and other wildlife in their wake.
The Master Bedroom has a Gulf-view balcony, its own huge, private bathroom, and a King-size Luxury Memory-Cell Foam bed. Bedroom #2 views the Gulf and the Bay and has a brand-new Queen Memory-Foam bed . . . Bedroom #3 views the Bay and has a set of bunkbeds and also an additional Full-size bed. All the beds and bedding are brand-new.
Dauphin Island is a beautiful barrier island that is largely undeveloped. You won't find any high-rise condos or crowds . . . It's a great place to "get away" and swim, fish, shell, walk the beach, ride bikes, or just read a book or work on your tan.
This house was built new in 2006, and is truly a beachfront cottage with all the amenities of home that we know you and your family will enjoy!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Central Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Bedding, towels, beach towels, etc.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking : Driveway will accommodate at least 2 vehicles. No RV's or boat trailer parking.
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed : Bedroom Number 2 has Gulf view and Queen memory-foam bed
- Double Bed
- Bunk Bed : Twin bunk beds in bedroom #3 are suitable for children only
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Local Cable plus some premium (HBO)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Game Console : PlayStation 2 for rainy days
- Video Games : Game rentals are available for PS2 at a nearby store
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Full kitchen includes all the amenities of home, such as a blender, coffee maker, garbage disposal, etc.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Gas grill provided, Guest may have to refill tank
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Charcoal grill also provided
- Deck/Patio : This house has approximately 600 sq ft of deck along the Gulf-side, and also a covered porch on the front of the house.
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront : House is directly on the Gulf of Mexico beach, with its own wooden walkway.
- Beach View : Direct Gulf view. Nothing between this house and the water but sand.
- Oceanfront : Direct view, Gulf of Mexico
- Water View : Direct Gulf of Mexico view
- Communications
- Telephone : 2 cordless telephones
- Free Long Distance : Free domestic long distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Wireless and LAN internet access provided
- Other Amenities
- Stereo/CD Player
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Dogs are allowed with prior written permission and a pet fee paid.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : The renter must be at least 25 years of age, and staying on the premises.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Shelling
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Golfing, Dolphin Watching, Bird Spotting, fishing, beach combing, explore nearby historic fort, Dauphin Island Sea Lab, take the car ferry to Gulf Shores/Orange Beach
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter .. Nov 06-Mar 09 .. $150/weeknight .. $ 1050/week .. Call For Monthly Rate
Spring .. Mar 10-May 18 .. $250/weeknight .. $1750/week .. $5000/month
Summer .. May 19-Sep 06 .................... $2300/week .. Weekly (Sat-Sat)
Fall .... Sep 07-Nov 05 .. $250/night ...... $1750/week .. $5000/month
3 Night minimum, except Peak is Weekly. Some Holidays at Higher Rates.
Call for last minute Specials/Cancellation Specials $$$.
Fishing Rodeo/New Year's/Mardi Gras/Spring Break (families, please!).
SOME HOLIDAYS ARE STILL AVAILABLE! CALL or EMAIL.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Key West-Style Beach Cottage Right on the Gulf of Mexico!
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Dauphin Island
We have lived in various Gulf of Mexico beach towns since 1990, and fell in love with Dauphin Island's quiet, rustic charm. There are very few places left where you can drive down a two-lane road along the beach, and see what the towns along the Gulf were like in the days before high-rise condos became the norm.
Most of the vacation homes on Dauphin Island are single-family beach houses sitting right on the beach. No traffic, no crowds, just a quiet barrier island to enjoy beach combing, fishing, shelling, kayaking, kite-flying, grilling dinner on the deck, and star gazing at night.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage
There is nothing like staying right on the beach. Being able to simply walk down the steps and be on the beach is wonderful. Sitting on the deck reading a book while listening to the waves, playing on the beach with the kids and then coming inside for lunch, are great memories, as are chasing crabs at night on the beach with a flashlight, or sitting on the deck and marveling at the beautiful night sky and millions of stars!
Owner's Map of Dauphin Island
Hi! We're David and Nancy, and we live in Daphne, AL with our two school-age kids, so we have been making this house available to guests to enjoy as well.
We designed and built this beach house after our original house was destroyed by Katrina, and put a lot of time and thought into how to do it right. The end result is a "Key West"-style cottage, but with all the amenities of home.
Property Photos
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- Gulf-front house, completed in 2007 - Dauphin Island, Alabama Real Estate
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- View from the Gulf of Mexico, May 2011 - Dauphin Island, Alabama Real Estate
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- "Island Time" beach cottage right on the quiet west end beach of Dauphin Island - Dauphin Island, Alabama Real Estate
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- "Island Time" is only about 100 feet from the Gulf of Mexico!
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- Water views from nearly every room!
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- Peaceful, quiet and relaxing . . . . truly a great Island beach cottage!
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- Enjoy the spectacular sunsets from this comfortable deck!
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- Front Living Room has Gulf views, large TV, and mahogany floors.
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- Comfortably furnished living room has direct Gulf view and TV with DVD player
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- Fully-equipped Kitchen with convenient, over-sized Breakfast Bar
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- Large Kitchen/Keeping area has an over-sized island and Gulf views
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- Luxuriate on the "other" Riviera!!!
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- Large Master suite has private bathroom with shower, Gulf view, and door to deck
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- Second bedroom has a Queen size Memory-foam bed and direct Gulf view!
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- Bedroom #3 has a Full-size bed and Twin bunk (bunk suitable for kids only).
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- Shrimp Boats, Dolphins, Seabirds, Shelling, Walking, Swimming, Fishing, Grilling
Traveler Reviews (10)
Anniversaries
Guest: beachbums
(daphen)
Date of Stay: 01/06/12
Review Submitted: 02/06/12
We had an absolutely wonderful time here at Island Time. We were pleased to walk in and see how nice the furnishings were and how clean the unit was. The views from the large balcony are spectacular! We enjoyed walking on the nearly deserted beach. There was an abundance of sealife to observe. It was quiet and peaceful, a perfect place for my husband and I to celebrate our milestone anniversary.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children.
GREATEST CHRISTMAS PRESENT EVER
Guest: AC
(Tylertown, MS)
Date of Stay: 01/11/12
Review Submitted: 01/17/12
Me and my girlfriend absolutely love Dauphin Island and Island Time was the greatest, couldn't have asked for more. Sound of the waves, so close and the view was magnificent, Dolphins, Shrimp Boats, Seagulls, and our friend Herman the crane who came by everyday for shrimp. The house was super, great view from the deck, kitchen sink, bedrooms, living room. Looking forward to staying again, Nancy and David were super, just a great experience and would and have suggested to my friends. Took some absolutely beautiful pictures of sunset and night scenes, we had a ball.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Freshly painted throughout
Guest: David and Nancy (Owners)
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Date of Stay: 01/17/12
Review Submitted: 01/17/12
We have been taking the winter to make many upgrades and improvements at "Island Time"! The entire interior has been freshly painted, and mahogany floors were installed in the living room, hallway, kitchen/keeping room, and the utility room. We have also gone through and updated some of the furniture, and added new housewares (knives, pans, and small appliances). Our calendar for 2012 is filling up quickly, so if you'd like to reserve our beach home, please don't wait long!
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Recent Upgrades
Guest: David and Nancy
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Date of Stay: 12/21/11
Review Submitted: 12/26/11
Hi, Folks- We have just finished adding beautiful mahogany floors in the Living Room, Hallway, Kitchen and "Keeping Area". They turned out wonderfully- (please see the pictures)! We also replaced the chairs and tables in the living room, as well as much of the housewares, cutlery, small appliances, etc. We also took this opportunity to clean the carpets, and gave the home a thorough deep cleaning as well. We appreciate you choosing our beach house for your vacation, and know you'll enjoy the features we have added! Regards, David and Nancy
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Great location, house is average.
Guest: Pam and Kona
(Dallas, Tx)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11
Review Submitted: 05/30/11
I just returned from spending a week here. The house is in an excellent location, almost at the end of the island. Very peaceful and quiet, no traffic and the beach was almost empty. The house is a good size and has a great layout with a huge deck. I agree with the last reviewer that the kitchen was poorly stocked, the knives weren't even sharp enough to cut lettuce. The shower in the master was horrible and the shower in the secondary bath didn't work at all. The pictures on the website must have been taken when the house was brand new, it is now pretty worn and could use a good cleaning. The doors, windows and woodwork were really dirty. Many burned out lights, broken toaster, no serving bowls. The beds were GREAT, however, they are tempurpedic and we slept really well. The grills do not work and there is no longer a boardwalk. The deck had fabulous views and was a great place to have morning coffee, you can watch the fishing boats and dolphins. There were plenty of beach towels and deck chairs. Nice colors in the house and cute artwork. Overall, the house is average but it is pet friendly which was very important to me as I brought my dog with me. We had a very relaxing week and none of the issues was bad enough to affect our stay. The island is beautiful and it is very peaceful. Be prepared for a long drive to the Wal-Mart, about 50 miles or so, so stock up before you arrive. We enoyed our stay on the island.
Owner response:Hi, Pam, and thanks for staying with us. I'm sorry that you had issues with some of the amenities in the house, and we would have liked to have known about it at the time, so that we could have addressed theses items during your stay, instead of after. We went out yesterday and checked the items you listed: 1) The toaster works, it is a bagel-toaster with some complicated features, but we did try it out and it worked fine. It is a little confusing to operate, we will replace it with a more basic model. 2) The knives have a sharpener in the knife rack. I think they could be improved, we are replacing them this week, along with the steak knives. 3) The shower in the forward bathroom works fine, not sure what the problem was? 4) The shower in the master bath- we see you replaced the head with your own "telephone" style showerhead! I'm not sure why, or why you didn't take it with you when you left. Our existing showerhead works fine and no one has ever complained about it. I don't like those "telephone and hose" type showerheads, myself, and we have removed it. You are welcome to it back, if you would like. 5) The doors and windows are cleaned every week. The house is 100 feet from the Gulf, and the gulf breeze and salt spray do a number on all surfaces. It's part of being at the sea, and keeps us busy, replacing outside furnishings and grills once or twice per year. There is no way around it, unfortunately. 6) The grills- They both work. One is labeled "Charcoal". The other is propane. The propane bottle was empty. . It's impossible for us to predict how much gas a Guest will use, or when the bottle will go dry. Fortunately, you can refill them just down the street at the Circle K. Again, thanks for staying with us. I am disappointed we did not get the opportunity to address these items during your stay. As a reminder to any people reading this . . . . We WANT you to be happy. We APPRECIATE that you chose to stay with us. If there is an issue, or if you have a question, please, please, please, call us at the number on the refrigerator, and let us know so that we can take care of it during your your stay! Regards, David and Nancy
Recommended for:Pet owners, families with young children.
Not a good value
Guest: Don
(Missouri)
Date of Stay: 03/19/11
Review Submitted: 03/24/11
The photos must have been taken right after it was built. Stayed here in March 2011 and found everything to be extremely worn and very dirty. Kitchen was not well stocked and all appliances were very worn and dirty. The furniture was very cheaply built........it wasn't even possible to put your feet up on the coffee table without fear of it falling apart. In our opinion, way too much money for what you get.
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Guest: Andrea K.
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Date of Stay: 01/16/07
Review Submitted: 01/16/07
Hi David and Nancy. I just wanted to tell you what a wonderful time we had at your house over the long weekend. The house, accommodations, weather, etc. were perfect!
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Guest: Alecia C.
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Date of Stay: 12/28/06
Review Submitted: 12/28/06
David and Nancy: I just wanted you to know that me and the girls thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the beach house!!! They had such a good time that I hope we can come back for a return visit really soon! With the exception of the storm on Christmas day, the beach was beautiful and I guess I am thankful for the storm because I found some incredible sea shells the following day. The preserve at the end of Dauphin Island is absolutely beautiful. Bailey and Chloe had the best time running and playing and checking everything out.
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Guest: Owner
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Date of Stay: 06/30/05
Review Submitted: 06/30/05
Hi, All: Well, our cherished beach house "Island Time" was destroyed by hurricane Katrina last year, but I am pleased to report that we have built a bigger and better beach house to take its place. It's larger, higher, brighter, and newer, and since our neighbors to the south have not rebuilt, it has an unobstructed GULF-FRONT VIEW!!! Everything inside and out is brand new, and of the highest quality, and I am sure you will enjoy as much as we do. Come see for yourselves! David and Nancy Meyer
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