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10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D

Holiday home on the beach, with water park

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Exterior
Living area
Property grounds
Beach
Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 121586 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D

Beach, Love & Happiness

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You can't get much closer to the Gulf of Mexico than Beach, Love & Happiness - a spacious, beachfront escape on the white-sand shores of Dauphin Island. And at just 10 steps from the cool gulf waters, this four-bedroom home will give you a vacation you won't soon forget.

Built in 2005 and well-equipped for a beach-going family, this elevated home features wonderful spaces to gather both inside and out. Come up from a morning spent beach-combing, swimming, or stand-up paddleboarding to enjoy two levels of gulf-front decking that run the length of the house. The air-conditioned interior has plentiful windows that frame views of the gulf, and a layout that brings together the kitchen, the dining room, and the living room in one social space. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances (including a dishwasher) and seating for 10 at the adjacent table.

Additional amenities include a washer/dryer to take care of your swimsuits and towels each day, free WiFi throughout the house, cable TV, and a picnic table outside on the deck - the perfect spot for morning crosswords, post-beach lunches, and evening cocktails at sunset.

Things to Know
Full kitchen
Dog-friendly for a nightly fee

This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama, LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 only. Max of 4.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West End Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 18 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 60 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Fort Morgan - 60 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 10 Steps to the Gulf Beachfront, Dog-Friendly Home w/ 2 Decks, AC, WiFi & W/D located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches and West End Beach. Dauphin Island Public Beach is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 60 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Josh T.

Fun vacation

This was a great property for our family vacation to DI!

8/10 Good

Kris V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second stay here. It was clean and smelled great. Some upgrades have occurred since our last visit but a few things need attention like some areas on the deck, especially the upper deck, and the floors. I wasn’t too concerned about the floors as we travel with dogs. The location is outstanding and the kitchen is well stocked. We would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tania W.

July 4th vacation

Everything! The location of the home, the helpful texting app, and the island itself. I can’t say enough good things about our stay here!

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

We loved it so much

It was a great stay we loved being on the beach my kids had a great time it had plenty of space for all of us! Would definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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4/10 Poor

Katie S.

Be Aware

We loved the location and layout of this house, but be aware, it has roaches.

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Great Location

Beautiful home directly on the Gulf. Just steps away from the water. Our family enjoyed the house. It was very clean and well equipped with everything we needed to enjoy our family weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ann P.

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

Spring break 2025

The stay, communication with management, the beach access all was great! Other than the lights not working around the stairs everything was perfect. I would recommended repairing the lights as it is a hazard should you have elderly guests with vision issues.
Watched from the deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sonia s.

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

Great vacay

Excellent location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi B.

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

Awesome place

Great for beachfront dog lovers!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber G.

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

Great location

Love the west end. This is right on the beach. House is all you need. Deck has awesome views all around. Will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Robbi T.

Vacation

Loved the location being steps from the Gulf!

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

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

Perfect Fit

Two families stayed in the home for a week - it was the perfect size for our group of 4 adults and 5 kids. We appreciated the sleeping arrangements and the very large dining table. There was plenty of space for everyone, and the location right on the beach can't be beat. Thank you for a great week!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

Great property

Pictures on the Web were accurate. Great location and we had a wonderful, albeit short, stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie H.

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

Everything and More!

Perfect for a beach house! Convenient and comfy beds……we will go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Great home

We loved the home. Family of 6. Second time on the island. We always have a great time.
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10/10 Excellent

Curtis P.

Great Beach Property

This property was perfect for our family vacation. We enjoy being right on the beach, being able to walk downstairs and you’re on it. Also, love being able to observe what the family is doing on the beach from the balcony. The property was clean and furnished appropriately. Overall, we enjoyed our time there and recommend this property.
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2/10 Terrible

Joy G.

Great location.

The proximity to the beach was just a few steps away. Awesome covered porch with the best porch chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

Awesome

The house the view everything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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6/10 Okay

Bryan N.

Great location

Great location. Nice house but needs a little work and has a cockroach problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Amazing View

This was such a great vacation spot! We were directly over the waves. It’s not a brand new house, but everything was lovely. I would book again.
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10/10 Excellent

Candida S.

Beach love

Home is right on the beach! Home was clean upon arrival. Bedding slept well. There was enough space and furniture for everyone to sit and enjoy the space. Especially enjoyed the chairs on the back deck.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Nicole A.

Needs TLC, but served its purpose!

We enjoyed our week here! It could definitely use some TLC, but it served its purpose of being a great home for us and the kids. We loved the location and being able to send the kids to play right outside.

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

Amazing view!

When this place says on the beach it is literally on the beach. We loved it so much. We will be going back to this island!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

kris v.

Beach Love and Happiness

This is great home right on the water. We were amazed at how close you really are. We loved our stay, as did our dogs. Plenty of room to spread out. The elevated deck chairs were perfect for enjoying the water. We cooked several meals and the kitchen had a fairly good amount of what we needed minus wooden spoons and skewers for shrimp. It’s a good location for the gorgeous sunsets and very close to the west end public beach to get the full sunset view.
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8/10 Good

Jeff J.

Right on water

Love that the.house right on the water

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