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Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks

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Living area
Pool
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks

Summary:

The Big Chill



The Space:

Dive into a world of tranquility at this beach home that features its own private pool for relaxation. Located on the north bayfront but boasting southern views of the Gulf of America, you’ll enjoy sea breezes and dining alfresco on the huge, furnished back deck overlooking the pool.



Inside, a warm, inviting living and dining area welcomes everyone to gather together to enjoy each other’s company - including the dogs! There’s seating for meals at both a dining table, as well as a breakfast bar in the well-equipped kitchen featuring gleaming stainless steel appliances and a convenient in-door icemaker. Naturally, the private gas grill is perfect for putting together tasty homemade meals. The comfy living room furniture is just the spot to settle in and catch up with cable and your favorite streaming shows. Each bedroom boasts its own TV, meaning all of your guests will have their own personalized entertainment options available.



When it’s time to explore your surroundings, make sure to take advantage of all Dauphin Island has to offer, starting with swimming, sunbathing, and collecting shells and sea glass. Beach time can be just steps from the back deck to the calming Bay waters, or take a short stroll to the public Gulf beach access where the waves are a little larger. Dauphin Island’s laid-back beach town charm exudes from the miles of paved trails for birding, biking, and running, lack of crowds, unique restaurant and shopping options, boating, jet-skiing, fishing, and even a historic site, bird sanctuary, and marine estuary to visit!



Your perfect Gulf-front oasis awaits! Whether you're frolicking in the waters of nearby beaches or the private pool, you'll always remember your time here.



Things to Know

Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.

Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.

All guests shall abide by the good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

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

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 5126520vb
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. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dauphin Island Beaches and Mobile Bay. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West End Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 55 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Fort Morgan - 60 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant And Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks?

As of 26 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks on 25 Aug, 2026 start from S$461, 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.

Is Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches, West End Beach and Dauphin Island Public Beach. East End Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bibi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised, clean spacious, the pool was great, the views were breathtaking, I’d definitely be back to this home
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bernie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was excellent. We were surprised by the extra daily charge to use/heat the pool. If you rent The Big Chill, be sure to stop at the grocery store before arriving. There is absolutely nothing provided. No coffee, no sugar, tissues etc. The evenings were chilly on our arrival and only found two extra blankets that were not in the best shape. Dauphin Island itself was excellent and just what we were looking for.
View of Bridge from deck
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. While the kitchen is stocked with all the cookware and utensils needed to prepare meals, food and other pantry items like coffee and tea are not typically stocked in the home. We'll continue to work closely with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Great House

Great Property, the pool was perfect for kids to swim on windy days. House was comfortable and spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeline P.

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

Great time!

We stayed for a long weekend and it was perfect. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Theresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was wonderful. The kitchen pots and pans need to be replaced the handles are falling off and we couldn’t tighten them, the baking sheets were all rusted, the shelves in the refrigerator were all broken and if you put something on the door shelf whenever you opened the refrigerator door everything fell in the floor. The bedrooms were wonderful very roomy, the grill didn’t work properly wouldn’t get very hot, the oven doesn’t bake very well you have to put it on 425 degrees to get things baked. But overall it was a nice home.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

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

Extended family vacation

Slept 12 nicely and low key vibe of area was great. Lots of time to just enjoy family without crowds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

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

work with a beautiful view

This was the perfect property for our professional retreat! Excellent service.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Senior spring break

Great property and island. Would have booked directly through Vacasa had I known better to avoid added fees for vrbo
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

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

Great Family Vacation

We love staying at the beach. This house had its own little stretch of beach on the bay and was a very short walk to a beach on the gulf. All the amenities of the house were as listed and in great shape. Really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Beach house dream!

It was exactly as advertised and we could have stayed another week if real life didn't interfere. The back deck and pool were perfect and we spent most of our time there. The house was spacious and comfortable, i could see how hosting a larger group would be easy peasy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrinia W.

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

Great Time!

Beautiful property. Home was clean and comfy. Right on the water and the family had so much fun.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maegan W.

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

Summer 2024

We wanted to enjoy fireworks on the beach and it was awesome. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

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

Family memories

Excellent house for family gathering. Plenty of space for everyone. Making meals together was a breeze in the open space kitchen. Great location and our pups loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Last minute getaway

Fantastic property, very short walk to the beach, very clean. You will have to carry your luggage and other things up a few flights of stairs when you get there so keep that in mind if you have mobility problems. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

The Big Chill

Cleanliness was perfect. Heated pool not so much. Could only use it 2 days out of our week. It wasn’t heating properly
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

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

We are staying again!

Nice house. We love the bay side. The pool was fabulous. The back deck is nicely fenced for kids and dogs. The kitchen had everything we needed. Note that previous comments mentioned no coffee filters…we left a bunch. The only seasonings in the home were salt and pepper. We brought ALL of our own. There were no games/playing cards-we brought all of our own and were glad that we did. The WiFi situation is not good but that did not detract at all from our stay. If you have folks that are WFH(working from home), they need to hotspot or go into town and set up shop at a restaurant.We had a wonderful week and can’t wait to go back. We did leave a note with some items that needed to be fixed( nothing major - just typical home easy fixes) so we will see if they are repaired by next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The Big Chill

We had an amazing time! The property was the perfect size for our family of 7 and had everything we needed in the kitchen for several home cooked meals. The description of the property made it seem like there was a dock into the bay behind the house but there was only a small beach with both neighbors having a dock instead. My only complaint about the property was the fact that we couldn’t use the backyard or go under the house without being absolutely attacked by mosquitoes!! My 9 year old daughter walked under the house one evening to grab something and came out with about 15 bites. The mosquitoes would swarm us every time we went to get in our car or take out the dogs. Some sort of pest control or at least a few cans of bug spray for your next guests would be super beneficial!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Courtney G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We did not love our stay at the Big Chill. The house is really suffering from deferred maintenance issues, some of which are safety issues, and lack of hospitality. The interior flooring is popping up in places, we found a nail sticking up on the interior stairs that we had to deal with after my MIL stepped on it walking upstairs, the refrigerator door shelving was cracked such that we could only put lightweight items in them or they would fall down, the ice maker struggled to make ice so we constantly were buying ice. Also, the pool gate was not aligned properly with the fence so it was hard to close, much less lock for safety. Luckily my kids can now swim, but one year ago this would have been an absolutely unacceptable risk to my family. The amenities are about as bare bones as I’ve ever seen in a VRBO. They provided almost nothing, not even coffee filters for their own coffee machine. Luckily we brought extra TP, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent, otherwise, we’d have needed a major shopping trip. The body wash ran out in the master bathroom a few days in, so I think it was not filled up before we arrived. The hosts provided one outdoor garbage can for trash, which was completely full the day we arrived. For a house that fits up to 10 people, they probably should pay for a second trash receptacle. The WiFi did not work for several days. On the plus side, the view from the back porch was beautiful and the neighbors were friendly and shared their beach with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay, and we appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention. Our local team strives to provide every one of our guests with the best vacation possible. We apologize if our standards were not met during your time with us. Please know that your feedback is essential, and we have passed your comments along to our local manager, who will work with the homeowner to make any updates. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Needs Work

The house is in need of several repairs. They have TV’s in every bedroom but only about 2 of them you can get the satellite to work. The internet is terrible. 2 of the bathrooms had sewer issues. Also the kitchen sink didn’t drain good.There was a storm while we we first got there and the yard flooded. It stayed flooded our whole 8 day stay so there was no way you could get to the water. Also it states there’s a dock to the property? Which one is the dock to the property. The ceiling fan in the living room with the light we couldn’t turn it on. There’s a problem with the heating system. Some of the rooms there was no heat. The place also had fleas. Igor the vacuum out to clean the carpet for the fleas and the vacuum cleaner was full of dog hair. The property is located far away from stores to purchase items. The only corner stores prices is extremely to high. We payed 8.00 for 4 sticks of butter. Not a place I would want to stay at again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2024
Thank you for your review and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience that you have experienced during your stay with us. Our local team strives to provide every one of our guests with the best vacation possible. We are so sorry if there are lapses during your stay. We will continue to work with both our local staff and homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana C.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harprit S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Briana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad A.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

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