Gulf side beach bungalow with tons of charm!

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81080 sq ft

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Parking available
Air conditioning
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Dauphin Island, AL

Dauphin Island Beaches
‪2 min walk‬
Dauphin Island Public Beach
‪10 min walk‬
Isle Dauphine Golf Club
‪7 min drive‬
Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

This adorable Mid Century beach bungalow, built in the 1950's, boast tons of charm and history. Minutes from the beach, this home is located a just a brief walk from the public beach access. You can also enjoy amazing beach breezes and views while relaxing or dining on the screened porch. There is plenty of parking and lots of great space to enjoy time with friends or family. Could sleep up to 11 if you utilize the two couches in the living space as well as the sofa in the dining area (twin sheets are provided for these couches).

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mobile Bay and Fort Morgan Beach.

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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

Dauphin Island Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Dauphin Island Public Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
Indian Shell Mound Park - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 11 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
‪Island Rainbow - ‬18 min walk
‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Pelican Pub - ‬6 min drive
‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf side beach bungalow with tons of charm! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf side beach bungalow with tons of charm!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf side beach bungalow with tons of charm!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf side beach bungalow with tons of charm! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-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).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

1 Jun 2025

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

They thought of everything!!

This was the cutest, best stocked rental we have ever stayed at-so many thoughtful extra little touches! The decor was amazing-love love love!! Can’t wait to go back already! Thank you for sharing your lovely home away from home with our family!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anneka C.

25 Apr 2025

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

Cheramie & Crosby

We always have a wonderful time and stay at this camp. Great time with family! Beautiful camp, very clean, well stocked and beach time with my family was amazing! As always we will be back. Thank y’all sooo much!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti C.

31 Mar 2025

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

Relaxing stay

Very comfortable home. Close to the beach. Many thoughtful touches. Beautiful updated bathroom Eating outside on the covered porch was so nice. The bed was memory foam-not used to that and not a fan, personally. I would stay again without hesitation!

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel C.

16 Mar 2025

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

Charming Beach House

I highly recommend this place. It is the best stocked home we have ever stayed in on a vacay. Perfect location. Exceptionally clean. Super cute ! I was excited to see they had a book series by one of my favorite authors that I read, and we played some of the board games they had as well. (The Goonies :)) all the comforts of home away from home!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

john & Vicki B.

24 Feb 2025

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

Wonderful Stay

Just what we were looking for to get away for two weeks. House is warm and cozy. While we were there it was both warm and cold and everything was fine. Steps away from the beach and everything you need for an enjoyable stay. House has everything you need along with gracious hosts.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

28 Nov 2024

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

Wonderful Thanksgiving Break

This is our second time staying at the Elma Catherine. It’s a spacious house. Super comfortable and clean. The kitchen has been updated since our first stay and it is great. Fully equipped. A short walk to the beach. We love it here.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

15 Oct 2024

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

Cute and Great Location

Cute MCM style and great sleeping arrangements. A quick easy walk to the beach. Owners were very helpful and communicative. We'll look for this property if we come back to Dauphin Island in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summer L.

13 Oct 2024

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

Lovely home just a short walk from the beach!

We would absolutely stay here again! The home is beautifully decorated and cozy. The screened porch was our favorite part. We had coffee in the rocking chairs in the morning and played games at the table at night. The walk to the beach was much shorter than I imagined. It’s an easy walk made even easier with the beach wagon that’s already there. The host was amazing and made sure we had everything we needed! The welcome basket was a thoughtful touch.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

wai-kay c.

20 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan P.

29 Jul 2024

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

10 out of 10

This place was absolutely perfect for me and my family to get away prior to the end of summer. The host is amazingly accommodating and commutative to all my questions. I couldn’t recommend more. We will be checking its availability for future trips.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey N.

30 Jun 2024

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

3 years in a row!

The bungalow is perfect! My family and I have made DI a yearly tradition and are hopeful Elma Catherine will always be available for us! This was our third year! 💙

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

23 Jun 2024

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

Perfect

Loved the house for our family of four. Close to the beach. Hosts were wonderful. We will definitely revisit!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

16 Jun 2024

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

Another great stay!

We had another great stay at the Elma Catherine! This is our second trip, and it was just as lovely and wonderful as we remembered. Perfect location right near the beach with all the amenities we needed. Perhaps the best praise comes from my 9 year old who said, “When I’m older, maybe I can buy the Elma Catherine and stay here forever.” We had a tough time leaving, and we’re already planning when we can return! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

30 May 2024

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

Simply the Best!

This is our 3rd or 4th visit to the Elma Catherine, and we loved every minute of our weekend. The house is beautiful, comfortable, and filled with thoughtful touches. Early morning coffee on the screened porch is a favorite.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charla W.

17 May 2024

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

Great vacation

Very clean, close to beach, loved the location, comfortable setting and definitely would return

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

24 Apr 2024

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

Our favorite place to stay on DI

This is the most quaint, cozy, clean home away from home. We loved the decor of the Elma Catherine - retro and colorful - it made the house even more enjoyable. It is a short, easy walk to the beach, which is where we spent most all of our days. Everything we could have wanted - and more - was provided in the kitchen. The beds and linens were comfy and of nice quality. This house truly felt like home. It is our new favorite place and hope to return again next year! Thank you!

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty W.

31 Mar 2024

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

Great beach bungalow

This is our second year staying at the bungalow because we loved it so much. Short less than 1 minute walk to the beach, great use of a smaller space and inviting decor. We loved ending our day enjoying the screened in porch.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg L., Franklin TN

22 Oct 2023

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

A quaint cottage with retro charm

My wife and I loved this house - very clean and well cared for and we loved the retro feel.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

14 Oct 2023

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

Amazing vacation!

The house was even better than we expected!! Organized, very charming!, clean, can't say enough good things!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan e.

10 Jul 2023

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

Adorable home

The house was adores Le and was a great location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey N.

3 Jul 2023

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

Perfect.

My family of 7 has stayed two consecutive years and will continue! Great decor and so close to the beach! It is fully stocked with all of the necessities plus some!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes M.

14 May 2023

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

Catherine Elma

We enjoyed our stayed. They provided a ton of amenities with the house.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

10 Apr 2023

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

Boho chic beach getaway

Lovely beach home with great mcm style. Fabulous decor. Very clean and well appointed. Great location!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty W.

8 Apr 2023

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

Cute, perfect beach house

This is our 4th year staying on the island and this house is our favorite. Cute, cozy with everything you need. A short walk to the beach makes it the perfect location. We enjoyed the large screened-in porch to relax or eat meals. It really felt larger. The master bath is a nice size and includes the washer/dryer which is very convenient. The house was also very clean! The decor is perfect for the beach-bungalow look. The couches were comfortable and we always had enough seating room. Nice gift basket from the hosts. I would highly recommend this house!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

11 Mar 2023

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

Another Fantastic Visit

This was our third time at the Elma Catherine, and as usual we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The cottage can be summed up in one word—“lovely.” The updated kitchen made cooking a breeze, and we ate every meal on the spacious screened porch. We will be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Room

Guest Room

Master Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Master Bath

Spaces

About this property