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The South 40 | perfect getaway for a small group

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A spacious living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with curtains and a view of the ocean.
A coastal area with a sandy beach and numerous small buildings, likely residential or commercial structures, along the shoreline.
A kitchen with a view of the ocean, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen counter with a sink and stove.
A beachfront house with a wooden deck and stairs leading to the entrance.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a chair, a bench, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a mirror.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Dauphin Island Beaches

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mobile Bay and Fort Morgan Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • West End Beach - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 49 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The South 40 | perfect getaway for a small group pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The South 40 | perfect getaway for a small group?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The South 40 | perfect getaway for a small group?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The South 40 | perfect getaway for a small group?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The South 40 | perfect getaway for a small group located?

Situated by the sea, 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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South 40 was more than we could have asked for. Quick walk to beach, beautiful views of the gulf. Great decor! I would definitely stay here again. Family of four.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great beachfront property

Great property. Excellent views. Well maintained. This was our first trip to Dauphin Island and we really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Neighbors are Close

Overall cute, comfortable little house, but… There is another home being constructed VERY close to the house which wasn’t in the photos or mentioned in the property description. This construction was in addition to another existing home which is also very close to the deck, but is shown in photos, so no surprise there. Sofas in the living room could be more comfortable, but are fine after a good tiring day on the beach. For the nightly rate and proximity to the shore, would recommend, as long as close neighbors aren’t a big deal.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2023
Hi! The construction was not in the photos because it isn't in front of or behind the home. It is across the street. Unfortunately we can not control who builds where, but always inform guests if a home is being built in front of their rental. There is a lot of building happening everywhere on DI. We never know when to expect it! The South 40 is built one lot back from the gulf, the neighbors who own the house in front, built far to the right so South 40 has good views. The lots are not huge on the beach, and you will have neighbors any where on the west end. Luckily, with the breeze and waves it always feels very secluded. Regarding the construction, they have worked all winter 2022 and the project is basically complete 4/25/23.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location!!

Great value for the location. We had an unobstructed view of beach and clear path which took less than 5 minutes to walk. The houses around us which were considered beachfront were honestly not much closer to the beach than us. We’ve been coming to DI for about 10 years and this was by far the most well stocked and cleanest place we’ve stayed. The kitchen wasn’t overwhelmingly stocked, which made it easier to use. We had an issue with the ac unit not keeping up one day and called the office. A repairman showed up in about 10 minutes to check things out. I would definitely rent again and recommend this house. It was perfect for a small family. We had 3 adults and 1 child.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
Thank you Kelly! This is a perfect spot for a small family and the easy beach access can not be beat!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

We had a great stay from start to finish in this great beach house. The communication from the owners was nice. They gave us simple instructions to pickup the keys and find the property. The add was accurate. It had all the amenities as stated in the listing. The house was clean and beautifully decorated. The beds and pillows were comfortable. The view and access to the beach was amazing! All the pans and cooking utensils you could need were available. All the switches were nicely labeled. The outdoor deck furniture was super nice! The deck was either new or very well maintained. There was construction next door, but they didn't really bother us. It looked like that house was getting close to finished. Our family had a wonderful week here, and I would highly recommend it to others, family and friends. The next time we come to Dauphin hopefully this place is available again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! The new house is done now, glad it did not bother you. It went up quick! Hope to see you soon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful time!!!

Great house! Great views! Walked off the deck right to the beach.......just the right size for 2 couples......The house was probably the BEST stocked home we have booked as far as all your "necessities". I love to cook, rather than eat out and everything I needed was there!!! Loved it and would definitely book again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little house on the beach

Cozy cottage vibe with excellent beach access and view. Well organized kitchen. Comfortable master bedroom. The house has a nice updated porch and great patio furniture too. There are few little updates needed but you can see the owners are working on property improvements. Updated microwave and dishwasher. The bedding and linens are very nice quality. We really felt like this is a homey and comfortable place. The beach was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location perfect size.

We had a wonderful time as usual. Wish we had better weather. Our week was a bit chilly. It was still a great relaxing time. The house is perfect not too small not to big. Well stocked with all the basics.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway!

Beautifully decorated, very comfy beds and sofas (Beautiful local art work). The kitchen has just about everything needed to cook a great meal or a simple breakfast. Easy 2 minute walk to the beach and miles and miles of sandy beaches!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view and great location

The house was perfect! Exactly what we were looking for and matched the description. We loved the view from the deck. It was a short walk to the beach. The house was clean and comfortable. The kitchen had great amenities. Overall this was perfect for us! If we're in the area again would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful View

We really enjoyed stay at this home it is decorated so beautifully and we loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Island and location was perfect!

House was in a great location and very clean. Needs a few updates like the tile is broken and soft in places but for the most part this was a great vacation! Beach is close enough that we didn’t feel we had to walk a long way with our stuff. Actually it was so safe we left most of our stuff on the beach every night. Great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Beach House!

Great location and proximity to the beach! Furniture and beds were comfortable. There were ants, especially in the kitchen and the bathroom on the right when you enter. They swarmed our daughters toothbrushes
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Get Away

Very comfortable and very much as described. A little trouble with the WiFi, but we were able to get help from the property manager. We would come again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach house

We had a wonderful stay. The house is clean and super comfortable, not to mention right on the beach. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best beach stay yet!

We had a lovely week at Dauphin Island! The cottage was adorable and perfect for us. We loved being able to sit on the porch in the mornings and look over the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Break

The perfect gift for the family.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy beach getaway

Beautiful property, well-maintained and lives up to the pretty pictures in the listing. Bigger than it looks on the outside, open floor plan, nice size rooms. The decor is fun and relaxing - our 11-year-old daughter chose this house because it was the “beachiest” of all the ones we looked at. Nice amenities- indoor washer/dryer, well-equipped kitchen, SMART TV in LR, TVs in bedrooms, WiFi, brand new deck furniture, outdoor shower underneath and faucet on deck to rinse off sand and ocean to keep it out of the house. Bright and sunny inside with great view of the ocean from every room. Easy beach access, only about 200 ft to the beach, no streets to cross. Beautiful beach, not crowded during our stay (1st week of August); wide sandy area, shallow water with gentle waves. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful and pleasant Spring Break!

Absolutely perfect! Couldn’t have asked for anything better! House was well equipped and very clean! Beach was amazing, just steps from the deck! Fishing was great and seeing dolphins swim by 20ft off shore was particularly amazing! Island activities were perfect pace for us! We love this little island and can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A perfect getaway

Beautiful home, great location and Awesome fishing!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for two couples!

The recent updates are very nice. The kitchen needed a cork screw and some wine glasses, but everything else was there for simple cooking. We loved the location on the island, it was very central. This house would work well with a small family too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

South 40 Visit

We had a wonderful stay at South 40-A! Great view and really quick to get out to the beach on the private path. We loved being able to have our two small dogs with us too. The only thing missing was a corkscrew, but we bought one. Would love to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Fantastic location and spectacular view of the ocean, sunrise and sunset

Nice sized property with room to spare. Windows and sliders provide for wonderful scenery. Steps put you in the sand immediately.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The perfect little beach house!

Nice clean home. Everything that we needed was there. Wake up to the sound of the ocean. Step out the door and have sand on your toes! Private beach was perfect. The most relaxing vacation I've had in years! I will stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
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