Seize the day at a luxury home in front of the gulf - Great Escape to Dauphin Is
This is the beach house that will meet anyone’s expectations! It has modern fixtures and furniture throughout. It has tremendous views of the Gulf of Mexico and is right across the street. There is a boardwalk that is a 1-minute walk (180 feet away) from the house that will provide a convenient path to the water. The house enjoys a large kitchen and dining area with double ovens and a 5 eye gas range. Three of the bedrooms are downstairs, including the master with a custom walk-in shower with seating. The back deck overlooks a small canal where you can watch the cranes go fishing. There is a second hangout space upstairs with a sectional sofa to allow room for large groups to stretch out. This place is truly fantastic!
Please note the pictured pond behind the house is not part of the property and not to be used for swimming or wading in.
As with all of our Dauphin Island Beach Rentals, all linens and towels are provided, WIFI, along with a fully-outfitted kitchen. There will be a starter pack of toilet paper, paper towels, and trash bags; please plan on bringing more for day 2 ;). A great beach vacation is waiting on you!
Please note the following: 1. Minimum Age for the Primary Renter is 25, and Primary Renter must be present for the entire stay. 2. Maximum Occupancy numbers include Children 3 and over and cannot be exceeded at any time. 3. All of our Homes are Non-Smoking. 4. A signed Rental Agreement is Required, which contains additional Rules and Guidance. 5. This property does not allow weddings or parties. 6. Check-in time is 3 pm, and check-out time is 10 am. 7. Start dishes and linens before departure. 8. Take the trash can to the street on Tuesday night and Friday night. 9. This home is NOT pet-friendly. 10. Cargo lifts are not available to guests and can not be used. They are not permitted by Home Owner Insurance Policies.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Beach view
Parking available
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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Dauphin Island
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Audubon Place, a neighbourhood in Dauphin Island. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Morgan Beach and Mobile Bay. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
East End Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Fort Gaines - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 5 min drive
Chevron - 4 min drive
Pirate's Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
Islanders Restaurant And Bar - 6 min drive
Pelican Pub - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Seize the day at a luxury home in front of the gulf - Great Escape to Dauphin Is pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Seize the day at a luxury home in front of the gulf - Great Escape to Dauphin Is?
As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seize the day at a luxury home in front of the gulf - Great Escape to Dauphin Is on 13 May 2026 start from £342, 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 Seize the day at a luxury home in front of the gulf - Great Escape to Dauphin Is?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-out at Seize the day at a luxury home in front of the gulf - Great Escape to Dauphin Is?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Seize the day at a luxury home in front of the gulf - Great Escape to Dauphin Is located?
Located in Audubon Place, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches, East End Beach and Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium and Fort Gaines are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This house was the perfect little get away spot for our family! The location was perfect!! The beach wasn’t crowded and just a short walk from the house so it made for a very care free experience. We loved every minute of it!
Ashley E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We hope to see you again!
The house and location was amazing! Beautiful views and steps from the beach. We used the grill, but only one side of burners worked, so it took a bit longer to cook that night, but other than that everything was as described and in working order. I loved that it is in a gated community and felt safe and secure.
Jana W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind words. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the house and location. We're sorry about the grill issue and have already ordered a replacement. We appreciate your understanding.
We had a wonderful time during our stay! The house was great and the neighborhood felt so secluded. Short walk the beach. Loved the laid back feel of Dauphin Island.
Mark D.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2023
Thank you for a wonderful review and for allowing us to host your family~DIBR
The home is beautiful! Two rooms have very noisy fans which was a little difficult at night. The BBQ grill is rusted out and really a danger. The house, its location and upkeep are great. Would definitely stay at this property again.
Steve A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We've replaced the grill and fixed the noisy fans. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Excellent home - great location, plenty of space for the whole family, easy access to the beach. The house is well decorated with nearly everything you'll need for the stay (kitchen has basics but missing some items like a cutting board - we left one there for the next guest). The downstairs beach shower is a game changer for little kids not getting sand all over the house every day. Neighborhood was quiet and safe, short walk down the beach to the east end beach/fort/bird refuge areas. Amazing sunsets and sunrises. 10/10 would stay here again.
Our family had a “Great Escape” for 7 fun-filled days at Dauphin Island, Alabama. For years we’ve enjoyed vacation time in Orange Beach/Gulf Shores, but decided to try something new. We couldn’t have been happier with this vacation home! The location was perfect! We hope to be able to rent this property again
Sharon B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
We hope you do rent it again. Thank you for the wonderful review~DIBR
Wow! What a great house!!!! The location was super in a gated quiet neighborhood a 2 minute walk from the beach! The house was bright and clean and open concept that allowed 4 generations of family from my 80 year old mother to my 2 year old grandson to visit comfortably around the kitchen/living room combination! The rooms were comfy and decorated nicely. Plenty of towels and other necessities. The staff was so helpful and friendly and so easy to communicate with. Couldn’t have been better! Can’t wait to return!
Robin L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Robin! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a great time at our house. It's always our goal to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for our guests, so we're delighted that we were able to meet your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back anytime!
Beautiful Home in a Secluded, Family-Oriented Neighborhood
Great stay for our family of 10 ranging in ages from 2 to 57. The neighborhood is quiet, secluded, and perfect for a family getaway. The home is nicely appointed and had all the amenities that we needed for a comfortable stay. Master suite downstairs plus two master suites upstairs were a real plus for the adult couples in our family. Bunk room was an added attraction for the kids, and they also enjoyed their own dedicated bathroom and adjacent loft/sitting area/TV. We had a great stay and would select this property again.
Benjamin S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2021
Thanks for much for the review and so glad you enjoyed your time! Safe travels to you! ~Dauphin Island Beach Rentals (DIBR)
This beach house is beautiful! New home, great location and wonderful views of the ocean. Our only concerns were that for a six bedroom home, more than 4 coffee cups should be provided and they had zero wine glasses. Home was not clean upon arrival. We left the home in better shape than we found it! Plan on cooking if you visit this island, best place to eat was picking up food at Skinner's! Skinner's food and service was awesome!
Kim L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Thank you for staying with us and for the feedback. I wish we knew you were unhappy with the cleanliness, we would have sent someone over right away. Thanks again for staying and if we ever get another chance, let us know. Best Regards, Dauphin Island Beach Rentals (DIBR)
Verified
8/10 Good
Sharon R.
25 Jul 2022
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
nice house just needs outside maintained in yard and porches.
nice home but pans were terrible. down stairs bed had broken bed frame. two cup coffee maker was broken. it’s a beautiful house but needs some attention.
Sharon R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2022
We did get a new coffee maker. The downstairs bed has been fixed. We will definitely look into getting new pans. Thank you for choosing DIBR.
Verified
4/10 Poor
John L.
6 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Jungle house
I don’t recommend, jungle because the grass was 2 feet tall, granddaughter caught her toe on warped floor, back deck and bbq nasty, old soap and toothbrush in master bath, gated community you would think it would have been a little higher class than a regular rental but not.we left it cleaner than we found it. Not the owners but the rental company problem.
Rental company should have prepared for our arrival, there was no propane so very cold, could not take showers or cook. Got gas next afternoon. Thanks for Elijah! Also lady who took my calls, @ electric heaters!
Carol G.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2022
I'm so sorry that the propane did run out. I'm happy that Elijah and April were able to take care of you. I hope you visit us again soon.
Beautiful home! Private beach access however misleading on where you can sit on beach due to owners
Loved the house. Clean. High end everything. Once you get on beach, front row home owners do not let you sit in front of their homes. So we had an issue with where to set up each day. 15 of us so took a lot of space. House was perfect though.
Holly K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2021
Thanks for staying with us an dso glad you enjoyed Great Escape. You do need to use the boardwalk when staying at Great Escape for beach access where you will have a lot of room to spread out also. Thanks again and safe travels, Dauphin Island Beach Rentals (DIBR)
Thank you for staying with us! Please know you can always contact us if there is every an issue with the property. We will gladly sent someone out right away. Thanks again! Dauphin Island Beach Rentals (DIBR)
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dennis P.
23 Mar 2026
Dennis P.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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