Gulf Side-Walk to the beach, great views, pet-friendly - Boa Vista
Welcome to Boa Vista, your perfectly located beach retreat on Dauphin Island. Meaning "Great View," Boa Vista invites you to relax, recharge, and reconnect—with the Gulf just a 3-minute walk from your back stairs. This coastal cottage blends comfort and charm with a location that’s hard to beat. Whether you’re here for a family getaway, a quiet couples’ escape, or a memory-making trip with friends, Boa Vista delivers a true island experience.
Inside, the home features a fresh, open layout with light-filled rooms and beachy finishes throughout. The kitchen is fully equipped for home-cooked meals, and the living area is designed for movie nights, card games, and easy conversation. A spacious dining area and cozy seating make it just as easy to gather as it is to spread out and relax.
🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements – Sleeps up to 8 • Primary Bedroom – King bed with private ensuite bathroom • Guest Bedroom – Queen bed • Bunk Room – Two sets of twin-over-twin bunk beds (sleeps 4)
Step outside and you’ll see why Boa Vista earned its name. The large back deck offers space to lounge, dine, or simply breathe in the salt air. An outdoor shower with hot and cold water makes rinsing off after the beach quick and easy. And best of all, your private beach path starts right at the bottom of your deck stairs—taking you to the gulf-facing beaches in just a minute. No need to load up the car—just grab your towel and go.
🌟 Why Guests Love Boa Vista • Outdoor shower – perfect for post-beach rinses • Private beach path – 3-minute walk to the Gulf • Large back deck with seating and dining space • Pet-friendly – dogs welcome (up to 2, with fee) • Smart TV, Wi-Fi, books, games, and cozy lounging areas • Washer/dryer, charcoal grill, and full kitchen • All linens, bath towels, and starter supplies provided • Quiet residential location with room to park up to 4 vehicles
Whether you're sipping coffee on the deck, rinsing sandy toes in the outdoor shower, or catching a sunset with your feet in the surf, Boa Vista offers the relaxed beach lifestyle you're looking for—without the crowds. Book your island getaway today!
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 pet-friendly, dogs only, 2-Pet Maximum Limit - $100 pet fee per pet plus tax applies.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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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 windsurfing, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park - 49 min drive - 79.3 km
Fort Morgan Beach - 50 min drive - 14.3 km
Fort Morgan - 50 min drive - 14.2 km
Getting around
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 5 min drive
Chevron - 4 min drive
Pirate's Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
Islanders Restaurant And Bar - 18 min walk
Pelican Pub - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Gulf Side-Walk to the beach, great views, pet-friendly - Boa Vista pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gulf Side-Walk to the beach, great views, pet-friendly - Boa Vista?
As of 12 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf Side-Walk to the beach, great views, pet-friendly - Boa Vista on 15 May, 2026 start from S$302, 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 Gulf Side-Walk to the beach, great views, pet-friendly - Boa Vista?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gulf Side-Walk to the beach, great views, pet-friendly - Boa Vista?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gulf Side-Walk to the beach, great views, pet-friendly - Boa Vista?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gulf Side-Walk to the beach, great views, pet-friendly - Boa Vista located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 5-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
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Path to beach over dunes was a nice walk and beach access was easy. Gulf can be see from the fenced porch with a gate at the top which was great for the dogs. . It was almost a full moon when we stayed and the moonlight lit up the beach path beautifully. Cozy and comfortable home!
Maureen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2026
Thank you for staying with us! We hope to see you again!
The property was clean and our pets enjoyed their first beach visit. A little walk to the beach but nothing major. Watch out for the cocklebur bushes. We enjoyed resting and relaxing.
Rhonda R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2026
Thank you for staying with us! We hope to see you again!
Wonderful dog-friendly cottage, exactly as advertised. The beach is a five minute hike through the dunes, but for what you get, the location is perfect. We will probably try Boa Vista again in the future!
Rjay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We hope to see you again!
The neighborhood was wonderfully welcoming, filled with smiles and laughter, perfect for families. The home exuded warmth, immaculately clean and inviting, with cozy furnishings that made you feel right at ease. Just a short stroll away, the pristine beach beckoned with its soft sands and gentle waves. I would unquestionably return for another delightful stay.
Ronda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much, Ronda, for the lovely review! I'm thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience in our neighborhood and found the home so warm and inviting. It's wonderful to know that you felt so at ease and enjoyed the nearby beach. We would be delighted to welcome you back for another stay.
We had a fantastic time at Boa Vista. With just a two minute walk to the beach, we were able to easily get back and forth to the house. The place was well air-conditioned, clean, and had everything our family of five needed for a three day stay over Memorial Weekend. The beach was so quiet, too. There were mostly just families and couples spending a relaxing time near the water. Perfect family vacation! We will be repeat customers, for certain!
Andrea S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2024
Thanks for the fantastic review Andrea. Boa Vista is an amazing house. We hope that you will come back and stay with us again!
~DIBR
What a lovely get away. The communication with the property manager was great. I let them know upon arrival that I noticed the side door had a broken door knob and one of the bedroom doors appeared to have damage, they appreciated it and offered for maintenance to come by. I said to wait until I left. The house was the perfect size. My senior dogs had a difficult time with the outside stairs due to them being open between each step, but I figured it out. There are great restaurants close by and the Dollar General isn’t too far which had more grocery options. I will say I kept thinking how nice it would be to live down there!
Stacey C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your kind words. We're glad you enjoyed your stay. We have address the door issues promptly. We're happy to hear you found the location convenient. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Pohai M.
23 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Overall great stsy
Close to the water with private path, quiet neighborhood. Some of the outside lights require replacement.
This property is literally right on the beach. Its a 2 minute walk to the water. You can see beautiful sunsets from the porch. The house has everything we needed. We had one little hiccup with the dishwasher but the property manager sent someone out literally in minutes and solved the issue. Communication was excellent. Overall a great place to stay!
Matt M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2024
Thank you for the review Matt. We hope to see you again soon~DIBR
Overall a good place. The walk to the beach wasn't bad. It was clean and they did provide a few things to get you started, coffee filters, paper towels, etc. Hot water was abundant despite 6 people showering back-to-back everyday, which is a huge plus.They definitely need to purchase a spatula and pizza cutter for the kitchen. My four-star rating is mainly because the A/C could not keep up. We would set the thermostat to 67, kept the blinds and doors closed all day and it was still often 73/74 degrees. A/C likely needs some maintenance or the unit is just not large enough for the house.
Ashton M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2025
Thank you Ashton for the review. We appreciate the feedback and will make a note to address the need for a spatula and pizza cutter in the kitchen. The humid climate of Dauphin Island can be a challenge for air conditioning units, especially during the peak summer months. We have the AC unit regularly serviced to ensure it is operating at peak performance, but we will monitor the unit to make sure there are no issues. We're glad to hear that the other aspects of your stay were enjoyable, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future.
The house was clean and mostly renovated. The new deck is very nice. The accommodations were average, with lighting and places to store clothes for a week stay sparse. The dryer did not work, although the owner refunded us $100 for the trouble. Several of the ducts had mold around them due to water dripping and soaking the sheet rock; humidity is always a problem near water, but it was due to the type of duct work, which needs to be replaced. The house was not as close to the beach as we wanted it, and the kitchen was not as equipped as we would have liked it, with odds-and-ends available for cooking, as well as things like more than two coffee mugs. As everyone has said, be sure to take extra paper towels, detergents, etc., as you will only get starter amounts for a day or so. It's a quiet area during late September, as we expected. I would recommend this place if you're looking for some quiet time and don't plan to eat out or shop much at all, plus you don't mind a good 10 minute walk to the beach.
Don D.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steve G.
14 Nov, 2024
Steve G.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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