Alabama is known for its cities such as Birmingham and Montgomery. But, if you are looking for the ultimate vacation that lets you explore the best of nature, you will want to visit a small town that sits at the Gulf of Mexico called Dauphin Island. Known as the sunset capital of Alabama, the town boasts numerous pristine beaches, laid-back environment and rich history. Dauphin Island Park and Beach offers opportunities for birdwatching, watersports and camping, among others. Visit Fort Morgan State Historic Site to gain insights into what happened during the civil war via a self-guided tour, if you wish. Of course, you will need a place to stay and staying close to the beach would be best. Keep reading to find out the top beach house rentals in Dauphin Island, Alabama.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Spacious house with a wide front porch (from USD 269)
Situated real close to the beach that it takes only a few steps once you are leaving the front door, this spacious house is ideal for those traveling with a large number of people. Four bedrooms and three bathrooms are available to accommodate ten guests. Stunning beach and sunset views are ready to make your days more colorful during your stay here. Savor your favorite drink from the wide front porch while enjoying the ocean breeze. There is a game table to keep you company. Granite island bar, a kitchen and a dining room are also available.
Top guest reviews
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the kitchen was great to cook meals in with all of the convenience of homewe did some cooking on their supplied charcoal grill located on their comfortable spacious deckthis home offers an open floor plan with a fully equipped kitchen it was spacious and sparkling cleankids loved their room with bunk beds and a tvCleanliness:
absolutely sparkling clean and newclean fresh and newthe house was clean and tidythe house was clean and had everything we neededthe home looked smelled and felt very clean when we checked inHost:
john & jan were wonderful hosthosts were super quick with responses to any concerns we hadjohn and james were very responsive with any questions we hadjohn & jan were readily available and responsive every time i reached outjohn and jan are spectacular hosts making sure we had everything we neededRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walk to the beachthis house is absolutely beautiful and the perfect locationit’s in a great location steps away from the oceanthis place is really amazing the house is spectacular and the location is greatthis is a good location and away from crowds
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2. Comfortable house with private beach backyard (from USD 268)
Enjoy a quiet and relaxed stay by spending days at this comfortable house that is big enough for ten people. It has four bedrooms, as well as features a front deck in which you can watch the waves and listen to the sound of the Gulf and a back deck from which you can marvel at stunning sunsets over Mobile Bay. In the living room, you can find a television with a DVD player for your entertainment. Large windows for expansive views are ready to elevate your stay experience.
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phil's house is comfortable with a fully equipped kitchen with lots of seating for a big groupCleanliness:
clean quiet on the water and best of all - dog friendly with a more than reasonable cleaning feethe house was clean well stocked and most importantly dog friendly we will definitely be backseasong was just as advertised: clean convenient relaxing and enjoyablethe house had everything we needed and was very cleanhouse was clean spacious and was stocked with everything you may needHost:
wonderful home wonderful hostphil is a great hostit was very familiy friendly alsoa great house a great host and a peaceful location make for a great weekendRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgreat location on the baythe location of this house is wonderfulperfect location for beach and bay accessgreat house and great location just steps away from your private bay side beach
3. Quiet townhouse with gulf views (from USD 189)
Set in a quiet area just steps away from the beach, this townhouse promises serenity throughout your stay. The master bedroom boasts a garden tub and a large shower to make your stay as comfortable as possible. A large deck is the place for you to enjoy a glass of wine while soaking in the beauty of sunset in the evening. Have fun with loved ones by having a barbecue fiesta or have a picnic at one of the picnic tables.
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the pools are very well kept and had furniture in good conditionthe beds were comfortable and the rooms had plenty of closet space and drawersthe furniture and beds were comfortable and the unit was beautifully decoratedCleanliness:
it was clean and so nicely decoratedsuper clean and very stylishthis rental is super clean and very well stockedexceptionally clean stylish and right on the beachbeautifully decorated clean and convenient to beachHost:
they were very responsive and gave us great informationwe had a few minor issues come up (not owners’ fault) and daniel responded immediately and was very helpfulthe owners of this townhouse take pride in their place/clean/comfortable/quiet/price great host need i say more except welcome to dauphin islandwe briefly met dan and he was friendly and asked if we had everything we needRead more reviewsLocation:
our family enjoyed this condo so much very convenient being so close to the beachgreat place quick walk to the beach on walkway from condoanother big positive was how quiet this little community of condos weregreat location with easy beach access and 2 pools for variety
4. Dog-friendly house with gorgeous views of both the Gulf and Mississippi Sound (from USD 232)
The best kind of vacation is those you get to enjoy with loved ones. Stay at this large house so you can bring all your loved ones with you, including your four-legged friends. If you stay here, it will be a short walk to the waves of Gulf of Mexico and the sandy beach area of Mississippi Sound. A fully equipped kitchen is ready to help you cook delicious dishes. Relax and chill in the living area that features comfortable sofas and a television.
Top guest reviews
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the kitchen was well stocked with all of the essentials for those who enjoy cooking inCleanliness:
so we had to clean and rinse dishes in bathroomhope was clean and plenty of kitchen supplies
clean and quite placehouse was perfect size so nice and cleankitchen was stocked well with essentials and bathrooms were clean and had great water pressureRead more reviewsLocation:
this home is in a great location- short walk to the ocean side and bay side
5. Contemporary house with access to a private beach (from USD 455)
What if you can enjoy the beach that is not fully packed with people? You will not be able to say no, right? Stay at this contemporary house, so you can have access to a private beach that is surrounded by pines. What’s more, as a guest you will also be granted access to a community pool, a playground and tennis courts. As for the house, it is equipped with an outside shower, kitchen, and six bedrooms for twelve people.
Top guest reviews
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the property is very well maintained and the kitchen fully stocked with everything you could needtons of room for larger groups and a very nice selection of beach itemsCleanliness:
the rest of the house was very cleanthe home is comfortable clean and convenient for a large groupHost:
the rental owner was super helpful with suggestions and instructionsthe property owner stayed in touch and was very helpfulthe house and location was fabulous the owner was extremely nice and very helpful will definitely stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
this property and location is amazingwe loved this property it was in a great locationhouse was just as pictured beautiful the walk was about a minute to the beachwe love being able to take the short walk to be on our own private beachthis was a quiet neighborhood which we appreciated
6. Sweet house with covered porches on upper and lower levels (from USD 240)
Your days spent in Dauphin Island are going to be sweet as you stay at this massive house that features spacious porches on both the upper and lower levels. You do not have to leave the house to enjoy the views of the water and sweeping views of the surrounding. A fully equipped kitchen will help you prepare the dishes desired by your heart. There is ample dining space, so you will not feel bored of eating at the same place every time.
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the upstairs bonus room area was great for kidsthe upstairs bonus room area was great for kidsCleanliness:
it’s was very clean and exactly as advertisedthis home is clean and well keptthis home is clean and well keptthe house was very cleaned and worked out great for usRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful and quiet locationwonderful property fabulous location got to come backbeautiful peaceful and quiet locationgreat supply of beach items were provided and location was perfectthe location of the home on the island is perfect
7. Beachside cottage with a grass-covered yard (from USD 330)
There will always be something fun to do when you choose to stay at this beachside cottage. If you wish to play in the water, you will only have to walk a few steps. If you wish to play sports, the large yard can be used for volleyball and other yard games. If you want to have a picnic, there is a picnic table downstairs, along with a charcoal grill and chaise lounges. If you want to watch a movie, you can find television in each bedroom and living room.
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our family enjoyed our stay in this beautifully decorated and comfortable cottageCleanliness:
house clean and well furnishedthe home was perfect when we arrived and spotless cleaneverything was there for us to cook clean and do laundryHost:
the owner is the bestaccommodating friendly and made us feel like familywe loved staying at this property the owner was so friendly and helpfulglenna the owner made this the best beach vacation we’ve ever hadthe property was beautiful and glenna was extremely nice and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the marine estuary was a wonderful place for the young ones to learn about gulf marine lifethe location the property and the owner were all amazingthe children loved the easy access to the beautiful quiet beachgreat place for a family vacation
8. Modern beach house with mid-century influence
Situated right on Pelican Bay, this modern beach house is attractive because of its sunset and ocean colors as well as art and craft pieces that can be found throughout. Enjoy the beautiful view of Pelican Bay right from the balcony or if you prefer to taste the water, it is only a few steps away from the front door. Offering two bedrooms and two bathrooms, the house is good for six people.
Dauphin Island, Alabama, United States
21.37 km (13.3 mi) from Bellingrath Gardens & HomeTop guest reviews
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only thing is we wish the beds were bigger and not so highRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to the beach and right at the poolthis was a great place to stay for our family vacation
9. Cozy house with an inviting front porch
Enjoy beautiful days in Dauphin Island by staying at this cozy house that is located just across the street from Gulf of Mexico. Spend the whole day in the water either swimming, surfing or kayaking. Once you get back to the house, go straight to the inviting front porch where you can rest, unwind and sip an energizing drink. Offering four bedrooms and two bathrooms, the house is excellent for eight people.
Dauphin Island, Alabama, United States
21.32 km (13.3 mi) from Bellingrath Gardens & HomeTop guest reviews
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sue is a fabulous host answering questions promptlysue is a wonderful host she gave lots of great suggestionsthe gated community around is quiet and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
this is such a peaceful and beautiful home and locationwould highly recommend this house location for beach activity was excelentthe home is a great location for a family
Stay at a good beach house and enjoy the best of Dauphin Island
See, you do not have to stay at a hotel room for a pleasant stay experience. Choose among the top beach house rentals mentioned above and you are all set. Enjoy the best of Dauphin Island and create beautiful memories during your vacation there.
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