Desoto Landing Gated, Porches, Great Views of Gulf, June 1-8 1950.00 Special!!
- Minimum stay:7 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
This is a beautiful home located in a gated community on Dauphin Island, Alabama. The house has four bedrooms and three baths. The lower level bedroom suite includes a queen sized bed with a private shower bath. French doors lead to a spacious screened porch with amazing views of the beach, gulf and golf course. The second bedroom has a set of child sized bunk beds and a twin bed with access to a full bath. On the top floor, there is a huge master suite with a king sized bed, sitting area and table and chairs for playing games and cards. The master bath has a large whirlpool tub and separate shower and water closet. French doors lead to a porch and balcony with amazing views of the gulf. The 4th bedroom upstairs has a queen bed and is decorated in a sailboat theme. There is a 'toy' closet located in this room for your little ones. There is a loft area at the top of the stairs that has a twin bed.
Downstairs, the family room has soaring ceilings and access to the wonderful screened porch perfect for coffee and conversation.
The kitchen is fully equipped and the breakfast area has a large table for family meals and games.
All linens including sheets, towels and beach towels are furnished for your convenience.
This is definitely a house that will force you to relax and take in the wonderful views! The house is located directly across from the beach. The pool, tennis court and boardwalk to the beach are just a short walk away. (about 200 yards).
There is also a sand area for your little ones under the house equipped with sand toys for hours of fun at your fingertips!
Sorry, no pets or smoking is allowed in this home!
Keywords: House
Property Type
- 2 story
- House
- 2100 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, Beds for 10
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 4
- Loft
Bathrooms
- 3.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
- Bathroom 3
Kitchen & Dining
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils
- Microwave
- Stove
- Dishes & Utensils
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
Amenities
- Covered Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Towels Provided
- Parking
Other Amenities
- Very child friendly, sand toys, and other toys, books provided.
Entertainment
- Video Library
- Satellite / Cable
- DVD Player
- Television
- Books
- Toys
Communications
- Broadband Access
- Free Long Distance
- Telephone
Pool & Spa
- Jetted Tub
- Communal Pool
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Balcony
- Deck / Patio
Theme
- Away From It All
- Family
Location & View
- Water View
- Golf Course View
- Ocean View
- Beach View
Activities
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Swimming
- Water Skiing
- Jet Skiing
- Fishing
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Hiking
- Tennis
- Cycling
- Surfing
- Skiing
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Golf
- Deepsea Fishing
- Boating
- Wildlife Viewing
- Shelling
- Miniature Golf
- Shopping
- Walking
- Bird Watching
- Beachcombing
- Playground
- Marina
- Churches
- Museums
- Sight Seeing
- Kayaking
Other Activities
Reviews
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Marvelous, Spacious, and Beautiful Get-a-away Refuge on Peaceful Dauphin Island!
Marvelous, Spacious, and Beautiful Get-a-away Refuge on Peaceful Dauphin Island!
- Guest Jim
- Date of stay 05/19/12
- Review Submitted 06/06/12
Of all the vacations we have taken through the years, the one we spent in "The porches" house on Dauphin Island was the absolute best. Not only because of the beauty of the island, the white sugar sand beaches, the warm Gulf waters, but also the eloquent home away from home that we experienced on this property. Marvelously family friendly and large enough to have a small family reunion, this house is only a brief stroll to the community pool, tennis courts and a short walk to the quiet white sandy beach near the house. Though the house is not directly on the beach, the views from the porches make this place a great choice for a restful get-a-away for any family. We recommend it whole heartedly - and hope to return in the future!!! You will not be disappointed!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Home Away From Home
Home Away From Home
- Guest TX_Dad
- Date of stay 05/12/12
- Review Submitted 05/22/12
The house is very spacious with a well equiped kitchen, (plenty of plates and utensils). We all loved sitting out on the spacious porches - in May the evenings and mornings were very comfortable with a nice breeze. The community pool and tennis court are in very good shape. The beach is about 300 yards from the house - we found it an easy walk. As described, the water is not crystal clear like the Panhandle - no seaweed or jellyfish when were there. The beach is nice white sand and never crowded. The cinnamon buns at the island bakery are as good as advertised. If you want a quiet get away with a spacious house, this is the place to come. We tried the golf course next door - the volunteers are doing the best they can but the course is in very rough shape and I would not play there again. There are other courses an easy drive away.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.
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The BEST Family Vacation At the Beach
The BEST Family Vacation At the Beach
- Guest STLMom
- Date of stay 05/05/12
- Review Submitted 05/17/12
We just returned from a fabulous week vacationing with our grown children at this wonderful house on Dauphin Island. We have rented several vacation homes and condos through the years in many locations, but this house was by far the best. Absolutely everything we needed and more was provided with plenty of room for everyone to either gather or scatter as desired. What a great place to relax and enjoy island life! Negotiations are already underway in our family to make Dauphin Island an annual vacation site...and The Porches will definitely be our first choice for a "home away from home."Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Perfect stay...
Perfect stay...
- Guest Granzie
- Date of stay 07/09/11
- Review Submitted 07/21/11
Our vacation was just what we wanted from a rental experience. No surprises, it was just as described or better. Porches was perfect for our needs. We had 3 couples (3 bedrooms with K or Q beds), one single guy (loft bed with box fan brought by us for noise machine) and then two-year-old grandtwins (bunk bed room). House was clean, and very well stocked. Porches were awesome. Deck outside kitchen was great for brkfast and pre-dinner snacks. We played games at night at the large kitchen table, then sat out on the front porch and enjoyed the breeze. Don't get me wrong it was hot. We had brought a big fan and used it some, but some nights didn't need it. We also brought fans for each bedroom for noise reduction in the mornings when some slept later than others. But we were surprised to note that the house had several fans already there. There were lots of toys and books for little ones. Sand area under the house was a good spot for kids to play while adults got beach junk ready. The walk to the beach was not as long as I was afraid it would be. The house has two wagons- perfect for transporting ice chests and junk. The area is very safe and we were totally at ease leaving our chairs/tent/toys down at the beach at night and they were there ready for us the next day. The water in this area is not "see-your-toes aqua clear" like it is in some areas on the gulf, there is the fine silt stirred up in it, making it cloudy. However, the location is protected by an outcropping of land making the surf much calmer. It was perfect for adults sitting on a float out in the water with a cold drink and for little ones that cannot stand up to the crashing waves. Part of our group went straight from Dauphin Island to an event in San Destin and I spent much more time in the water at DI than I did in SD. And we didn't have to contend with the seaweed and jellyfish that we experienced at SD. Another plus is the fact that this is a gated community so the beach is not crowded AT ALL. At some times we had the pool to ourselves. We had excellent cooks on-board so only went out to eat one night at Oar House. Nice place. It is not four-star white tablecloth, but for families it was a very nice outing. Also went on deep sea charter. Great time, great fish. YUM! DI is not the place if you want lots of shopping,eating out or nightlife. but for a family trip where the focus is beach and being together...YOU CANNOT BEAT IT! Owners are very nice and efficient!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you so much for your review. Sounds like you had a wonderful time visiting with family! Please visit Porches again soon!
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PERFECT!
PERFECT!
- Guest OU Law
- Date of stay 06/22/10
- Review Submitted 07/02/10
I have never written a review before, but this place was so wonderful I thought it deserved one...We could not have been happier. The photos do not do this house justice! It is VERY spacious. Plenty of room for 2 families (10 people total) with a huge kitchen (well stocked) and a lot of room for children to play. Our 5 year old especially loved the huge sand box on the ground level. Wonderful toys and books for your little ones. Love the porches with lots of seating and swing. Community pool, tennis, and swing set just a few steps from the property. The Master suite is huge and can fit a family, keeping your little ones in the same room with you if needed. Everything was very clean and well kept. The owners could not have been nicer. They were a huge help and gave us great information on the area. A lot to do, but not over commercialized. A GREAT FAMILY VACATION!!!! We will be back.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 7 night min stay |
$1652 | |||||
| Spring Mar 1 - May 25 7 night min stay |
$1652 | |||||
| Summer May 26 - Aug 10 7 night min stay |
$2450 | |||||
| Late Summer Aug 11 - Oct 10 7 night min stay |
$1652 | |||||
| Fall/Winter Oct 11 - Feb 28 7 night min stay |
$1470 | |||||
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Location
Owner info
Why the Owner Chose Dauphin Island:
Very close to Mobile, New Orleans and a fun ferry ride to gulf shores! Very peaceful on the island!
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Very kid friendly house with toy closet, kids books, sandy play area under house with toys, sailboat themed room, bunk bed room. Also lots of porches and screened porch for relaxing and visiting. Great views!!
Contact us
- Primary: (601) 853-9074
- Secondary: 6015035130
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Photos
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Downstairs bedroom with set of bunkbeds and twin bed (sleeps 3 children)
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Neighborhood pool overlooking beach!
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Master bedroom w/ King bed, bath w/whirlpool tub&shower and balcony w/ views!
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Cozy loft twin bed
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Screened Porch
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Beach at sunset
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Fish themed dining table seats 8, additional 3 seats at bar
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downstairs hall bath
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Beautiful Kitchen with pickled Cabinets Fully Equipped for Entertaining
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Upstairs "Sailboat" room with queen bed and Nautical decor!
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Downstairs bedroom with french doors to screeened porch and private shower bath.
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Children's play area and tennis court across from pool!
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Master sitting area
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Master bath with whirlpool tub and shower
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Family Room view from loft
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Front Sun Deck
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Master sitting area
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beach pic
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heron on the beach!
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