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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Explore the area
Dauphin Island, AL
Dauphin Island Beaches
Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
5 min walk
Dauphin Island Public Beach
Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
10 min walk
Fort Morgan
Place, Fort Morgan
54 min drive
Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
53 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Den
1 Double Sofa Bed
Guest Room 1
1 Queen Bed
Guest Room 2
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Marks the Spot — the perfect waterfront getaway
This comfortable waterfront home sits on Quivera Bay, offering stunning views of the Mississippi Sound and the Gulf of Mexico, just two short blocks from the Gulf. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets from the covered porch during the summer and easy access to the water with a private pier for fishing and docking your boat. This is the perfect vacation spot — you get the rare benefit of your own personal dock, and the beach is only a 4–5 minute walk from the house, making it easy to enjoy both the bay and the Gulf.
Sleeping Arrangements: • Master Bedroom – King-size bed • Guest Bedroom 1 – Queen-size bed • Guest Bedroom 2 – Queen-size bed • The main living area includes a sleeper sofa, best suited for small children (not recommended for adults). Guests may bring an air mattress if preferred, but the owner does not provide one.
Kitchen & Dining: The kitchen is fully equipped with all the essentials, including a Keurig Duo, blender, toaster, and two crockpots. The dining table comfortably seats six guests.
Amenities: • Wi-Fi • Four TVs with YouTube TV • Grill with propane provided • Boat dock (boat lift not available for guest use) • Various kitchen supplies
Starter Supplies: The owner provides a starter supply of: • Toilet paper (one roll per bathroom) • Paper towels (one roll in the kitchen) • Laundry detergent • Dishwasher detergent
Guests should bring enough additional toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo, soap, laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent, food, beverages, seasonings and any other items needed for their stay. Please send us a message if you are curious if anything not listed here is provided or not, and we would be happy to look into it.
Additional Notes: The boat lift and cargo lift are not available for guest use. Guest are not allowed to smoke inside the house. All smoking must be done outside. All tobacco products must be thrown away in the outdoor trashcan. Cigarette butts may not be thrown on the ground. There is some construction across the canal from the home. Those home under construction are in their final phases of completion. Unfortunately, we do not allow guests to bring pets.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Dauphin Island
Dauphin Island is home to this holiday home. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mobile Bay and Fort Morgan Beach.
Dauphin Island Public Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park - 50 min drive - 78.9 km
Fort Morgan Beach - 50 min drive - 14.6 km
Fort Morgan - 54 min drive - 15.0 km
Getting around
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 6 min drive
Islanders Restaurant And Bar - 4 min drive
Chevron - 6 min drive
Island Rainbow - 18 min walk
Pirate's Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Marks the Spot — the perfect waterfront getaway pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Marks the Spot — the perfect waterfront getaway?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marks the Spot — the perfect waterfront getaway on 2 Aug 2026 start from £199, 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 at Marks the Spot — the perfect waterfront getaway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Marks the Spot — the perfect waterfront getaway?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Marks the Spot — the perfect waterfront getaway?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Marks the Spot — the perfect waterfront getaway located?
Situated in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is within a 15-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 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The property was very clean and nicely decorated with everything needed to enjoy our month long stay. Very relaxing and quiet part of the island with upper and lower decks for R and R.Nice to be outside with areas out of the rain.Overall, a great stay.
Everything was perfect!, wished we could have stayed longer! Grandson who is 7 wanted to move there. We enjoyed the house and the beach. Took a ride on the ferry to Fort Morgan. We also enjoyed the aquarium great little getaway. Hope to come back.!
MarkstheSpot was great so clean and refreshing; nicley decorated; front and back decks were comfortable and great to sit, watch and listen to beach sounds-birds, waves, kids having fun, people walking dogs while we just relaxed and drank coffee. Kitchen is so well stocked. Just a short walk to the beach. We, 3 generations 7-70's, enjoyed making memories. Kevin and Melissa were great hosts. We will be back.
Candi C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew W.
26 Aug 2025
We had an amazing stay! Beutisliel and clean home with easy beach access and
We have stayed here, several times and it is the highlight of our year. We look forward to next year's vacation. It suits us to a T. We can't thank our hosts enough for the wonderful memories we have made there.
This home was just as described. It was a great place to rest, relax and rejuvenate. Loved being able to fish on the back dock. I would absolutely stay here again !!
We loved staying at this house. House has everything you need. The owner is great at communicating. This was the most relaxing spring break we have ever had.
This property was very nice. Lots of patio/deck space. Right on the water/cove for the fishermen in our group. Very responsive owners. Everything was clean and comfortable.
Overall, our stay was wonderful. It was very relaxing, and cozy. The breeze that come off the bay is perfect for an afternoon nap in the hammock. The house had everything we needed and more. Our hostswere very sweet and even checked in on us to make sure we had all we needed.
House was clean, roomy, layed out and stocked well. We loved fishing from the dock on the canal at night and the short walk to the beach access during the day.
We loved the house and the location. It was extremely clean and had everything we needed. Host/Owner communicated every detail accurately! We felt at home and will definitely aim to rent this one again next year!!
Everything was outstanding! Property was perfect! Caught redfish, specs, and finally a sheepshead! I’ve stayed at 5 different places on the Island in the past 3+ years and this is at the top! Thanks to the Marks!
Extremely well maintained, super clean and great location. Excellent for beach and bay access and would highly recommend. Property owners are very responsive.
My husband and I enjoyed staying here. The house was on the bay side where you could fish and watch wild life and relax. Out the front of the home was a short walk to a wonderful beach. The owners were friendly and helpful. We would stay again:)
Location is the best, right on the canal and 4 minute walk to the beach. The kitchen has EVERYTHING. We cooked big meals with ease. The entire property not just the rooms were very clean. There is also a nice dock to fish and crab from. Mr Marks allows the use of the crab traps. Communication was very prompt when I informed Mr Marks we arrived but with great instructions on how everything works none was required during our stay. The interior is extremely cozy and comfortable all around. In other words we felt at ease and at home. The view of Mobile Bay from the back porch, well, no words to explain the beauty. We will be spending all our vacation time at Marks the Spot. Thank you so much Mark & Mellisa Marks.
This property was very clean, all amenities throughout, beautiful views & stunning sunsets, convenient parking, & comfortable furnishings! Communication with hosts, Kevin & Melissa, was excellent!
We loved Marks the Spot! It was the perfect location for a relaxing and quiet getaway. It was easy to find and we were able to tie our boat up at the dock and use it all week long! The girls’ favorite part was the swing downstairs and the house was perfect for our family of 4. Very clean, nicely decorated and had all that we needed!
Laura M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Kevin & Melissa
What makes this property unique
Our guest enjoy having the best of both worlds of being on the water with their own personal dock and also having such easy access to the beach. The walk from the house to the beach takes about 4-5 minutes.