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Bella Isla - Gulf Beachside, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Pet Friendly, Sleeps 10.

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A coastal house with a balcony and a staircase leading to a pier.
A living room with a gray sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with blinds.
A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and two ceiling fans.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A spacious living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a television. There is a balcony with a view of the ocean and a staircase leading to another level.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dauphin Island Beaches
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Floor 1, Queen Bed, Twin Bunk

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Floor 1, Sofa Bed

1 Double Sofa Bed

Floor 2, King Bed, Sofa Bed

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Floor 1, Full Bath

Floor 1, Half Bath

Dining table

Floor 2, Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Bella Isla - Gulf Beachside, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Pet Friendly, Sleeps 10.

Bella Isla means “Beautiful Island” and this is a beautiful home to relax in while you explore all Dauphin Island has to offer! Bella Isla is a wonderful and spacious 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Gulf beachside cottage! Each bedroom enjoys its own private full bath with separate garden tub and shower. This two-story home has a large open floor plan with a spacious living area with a Queen sofa sleeper, well-equipped kitchen, dining area, laundry area with full washer/dryer. A convenient half bath is located off the common use living area. The first floor master bedroom is equipped with a queen bed, one set of twin bunks, smart TV, a private full bath and has French doors opening onto the south beachside deck. The first floor master bath is equipped with a double vanity, garden tub and separate shower. The master bedroom on the second floor of Bella Isla is a lovely retreat equipped with a King bed, smart TV and a full-sized futon. The second-floor master bath is luxuriously large and equipped with a garden tub, separate shower and double vanity. Bed and bath linens are provided.

Bella Isla has a large open deck with views of the Gulf. A latching gate is located on the deck at the top of each stairway for use with young children or pets. Bella Isla is pet friendly ($65 per pet fee/limit 2 dogs). If you are bringing your boat, one row of covered parking is available in addition to the uncovered driveway area. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and 3 smart TV's. Bring your bicycles or jogging shoes and take advantage of the adjacent Island pedestrian trail that runs the entire length of the Island. Enjoy access to miles of sandy white beaches and be in the surf in just minutes!
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 2801143
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

Dauphin Island is home to this vacation home. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mobile Bay and Fort Morgan Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with motor boating, surfing/body boarding, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West End Beach - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 49 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Fort Morgan - 53 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant And Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chevron - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bella Isla - Gulf Beachside, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Pet Friendly, Sleeps 10. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Bella Isla - Gulf Beachside, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Pet Friendly, Sleeps 10.?

As of Oct 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bella Isla - Gulf Beachside, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Pet Friendly, Sleeps 10. on Nov 3, 2026 start from $242, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bella Isla - Gulf Beachside, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Pet Friendly, Sleeps 10.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bella Isla - Gulf Beachside, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Pet Friendly, Sleeps 10.?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Bella Isla - Gulf Beachside, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Pet Friendly, Sleeps 10. located?

Situated in Dauphin Island, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches and Dauphin Island Public Beach. Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great. Loved the gated balcony for the dogs to hang out on. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 27, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled you and your furry friends enjoyed your stay. The gated deck is definitely a favorite feature for our pet-loving guests. We'd love to welcome you back anytime—just let us know when you're planning your next visit. Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet neighborhood, home has lots of space and well stocked with main cooking/baking items Property is close to west end beach to seashell hunt and tan. and not far from ferry if you want to spend a day or two at Gulf Shores.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 19, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the spacious layout and well-stocked kitchen. It's great to hear you took advantage of the nearby beach for shelling and relaxation, and that the ferry access worked well for your Gulf Shores day trip. The quiet neighborhood is definitely one of our favorite features. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house and the location! We can't wait to return, it was an excellent experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 12, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and loved the location. Your kind words truly mean a lot to our team. We'd be delighted to welcome you back anytime—please don't hesitate to reach out when you're planning your next visit. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely beach property and a great location. The rooms are a good size and the wraparound desk is nice to unwind and our dogs loved hanging outside there. The property could use a little TLC, but ultimately, our family loved lounging around and we built great memories here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I stayed 7 days at this property and I thought it was a great place. The agency was very friendly and helpful and overall we were very pleased with the whole stay. Beautiful place!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. We had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful! Thanks for the awesome stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was exactly as described and a wonderful place to spend a family week. Plenty of room and you can't beat the proximity to the beach. We were so pleased to be able to bring our dog with us for the week, too. While we did have some issues with the air conditioning unit, the rental company was very responsive and got the problem solved- it didn't end up messing up our week at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relaxing stay

Properly was in excellent condition. Management was very responsive. Very quiet area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 30, 2025
Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that you found the property in excellent condition and that the Boardwalk Realty team was responsive. We're glad you enjoyed the quiet area as well. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent vacation

Had a great time at Dolphin Island. Was there for five days. The house was very comfortable and very close to the beach. The house was clean and stocked with everything I needed.Very quiet and relaxing. Not to crowded. Everyone seemed friendly. I will definitely be going again. Thanks for a great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 13, 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review of your stay at Bella Isla. I'm delighted to hear that you had a great time and found the house to be comfortable, clean, and well-equipped. It's fantastic that you were able to enjoy the quiet and relaxing atmosphere, and that everyone was friendly. I'm glad to hear that you'll be returning, and I look forward to welcoming you back for another great vacation.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
hot water was not good, need to finish remodel and empty closets of building supplies
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 1, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for the inconvenience with the hot water, and our plumber has taken care of the issue. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we strive to improve our facilities.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time Dauphin Island but not the last

Great location, nice quiet beach with great views It felt like we were all by ourselves. However, We prefer blue water but the sand was soft and white. Lots of sea weed and drift wood. But very peaceful. The Boardwalk rental company gave several other locations right on the beach for us to check out next time. We will go back. Rent a golf cart it is worth it. Oh and Our puppy loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay. Our teenager had the upstairs to herself and we had the downstairs. Love that each bedroom had its own bathroom. I chose this property because it was pet friendly and the porch was gated; we could let the dogs outside on the porch with no worries of them running off. We have two 75 lb doodles that LOVED sitting out on the porch being nosy and coming in and out of the doors leading outside. Couple minutes walk and we were at the beach. We walked into the shops and restaurants a couple times too. Great location. Appliances were nice and everything was clean. The TVs in the bedrooms have Roku on them, but not the living room TV. Each bathroom has a huge tub if that’s your thing. Regular coffee pot for all my fellow coffee fiends. There is a place underneath the deck for cleaning fish and a water source for cleaning off after being at the beach. We loved this place and would definitely come back!(Go to Skinner’s for steamed seafood or Captain Snapper’s for dinner.)
View from the porch
Dogs on the porch
Bella Isla
Living room
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 13, 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear your family enjoyed the space and amenities. We're glad our pet-friendly policy and location met your needs. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT PLACE AND LOCATION

Overall the property is as they describe, newly remodeled, clean and has supplies that are need for a home away from home. Catching the breeze on the deck was perfection! The water/beach views from the deck are in front and off to the right side. The beach is clean with a short walk from the property! We would recommend the picture in the dining area be moved up so it does not cover the light switch. The island has a lot to offer, however make sure to get any groceries before you get there as the cost is higher than expected. It is an island after all lol. This property would be great during off season as well as in season. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House!

We loved the house! Nice kitchen and cooking supplies. House is set up great and perfect for families. The only thing I would change would be the mattress was super super firm.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

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