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4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach

Beachfront vacation home near Dauphin Island Beaches

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A two-story house with a wooden deck and a staircase leading to the upper level.
Property grounds
On the beach
Smart TV, DVD player
A dining area with a glass table surrounded by wicker chairs, large windows with blinds, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the area

Dauphin Island

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Dauphin Island vacation home, you'll find Dauphin Island Beaches and Dauphin Island Public Beach. West End Beach and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • West End Beach - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 54 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Fort Morgan - 58 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant And Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach

Tropical Paradise is a 4 bedroom / 3 bath home on the sandy, north-side beach of the Mississippi Sound (Mobile Bay). It is also a very short walk to the Gulf beach, yet you have the north beach right outside your back door to enjoy swimming, kayaking, boating and fishing. 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths are located on the first level. The fourth bedroom with a full bath is located on the second level, in a loft.

Tropical Paradise is comfortably furnished. As with all of our Dauphin Island homes, all linens and towels are provided, WIFI, along with a fully-outfitted kitchen. Everything you need for a great beach vacation is here.

Gulf Beach access is 1/2 mile from the end of your driveway!

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 with prior permission, only dogs less than 30 pounds - approved by insurance policy. 2-Pet Maximum Limit - $100 pet fee per dog per stay applies.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,563 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is 4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.6 mi (48-min drive) away from the Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach to downtown Dauphin Island?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Dauphin Island.

4 Bedroom Beach House on the Sandy Bay-front Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was amazing for our first Vrbo trip with kids and pets. The little beach out back on the bay was pretty nice. But having a short drive to plenty of other beaches was perfect it a cute little island with plenty of shopping and food choices to choose from! It was a relaxing get away.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D B.

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

Great

Had a wonderful time and the staff was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet location. The house was very clean but did show some signs of wear and tear from being a rental (cracked floor tiles, worn out pans, etc.) but nothing that couldn’t overlooked. Bayside views were nice and backyard access was really convenient. Private beach access was a bit of a walk but an easy drive (make sure you fill out the permit found on the fridge). I would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was fabulous. The neighborhood was quiet. Everyone left after Labor Day so we had the beach pretty much to ourselves. I would suggest that curtains are put up in the windows facing the street because the blinds were too short to cover the full window and this was for the bedroom and bathroom. Will definitely visit thislocation again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

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

Great time

Very nice property
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darrell L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Upon arriving on the island the home was super easy to find, noticed that the home was lacking on cleanliness. We spent the first evening cleaning, vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping which should have been taken care of prior to our arrival. The views were gorgeous, wasn't very crowded this time of year. The rental company was very easy to deal with, had to call regarding wifi password. Nice spacious home but definitely needs some TLC, I know it's listed for sale but with renters continuing to book, and for the price, you expect a little better condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sissy A.

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

Beautiful view

This was a really nice house and the view! Sitting on the back deck watching the happenings on the bay. So peaceful. Then out the front door and across the streets, the Gulf was right there. Thanks for helping make our stay so nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deep P.

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

The best of both worlds

The house was great....at a great price. It's right on the bay, in the back. And the Gulf (within walking distance) in the front. The rental management company ( Dauphin Island Beach Rentals) was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach cottage getaway

What an amazing stay. Dauphin island isn’t a heavy tourist location. There isn’t 50 souvenirs shops. It is a place to relax, a place that you can enjoy slowing down. We found something to do every day. Going to the aquarium on a rainy day or going to Mobile a short drive to tour the USS Alabama. But what was the most fun was hanging out with Joey and Liz with Slaty Dog rental and jet skiing with dolphins and sting rays. The cottage was a little dated but perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan A.

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

New Years visit.

Property as described. We wanted a quiet winter week by the water. It is exactly what we got. Quick tip, the spray hose is by the front door. Primarily use that door to keep sand out.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul L.

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

Overall good

We enjoyed our stay very much. This house is right on the bay and only a block or so from the beach. Neighborhood is quiet and pet friendly. Things needed: Porch lights were out and the light box under the front deck is rusted/broken/exposed Sink light and over the stove light out Toaster only works on one side Pleasant trip
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna E.

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

Beautiful property, beautiful location

Tropical Paradise is located on the west end of Dauphin Island on the sound side, but you can see the Gulf from the house, and it's an easy walk. The property is wonderful, and we had a great time. My only complaint is about the mattresses/box springs in the loft and the master bedroom -- they are beyond ancient and simply need to be replaced. Otherwise, it was a clean, delightful property with a great location, and we had a great stay. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Darrell C.

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

Cornett’s from Kentucky

The location was nice and quiet. The house was very nice the only issue was there was an infestation of ants. They were in the kitchen coming in through the windows in bedrooms and living room. Really wish the house would have had a dock in the back and a water hose in the back to spray off with. Overall we enjoyed our stay at Dauphin Island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Summer family vacation

This property was highly enjoyed by my family. Beach access is 10 min lazy walk... We were on the beach or the bay daily. Peaceful quiet beaches, without added stress of making sure your children are in not lost in a crowd. We love the island and the sunsets are breathtaking! This property was very comfortable for my family of 7. My daughter loved the upstairs room and spiral staircase! Property provided everything our family needed to prepare meals... We had a great vacation. Only hiccup was an issue with AC, and management took care of it quickly! Very satisfied with this experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Neal K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Ehhhh…

Below average at best…. Booked this house on short notice for the family for a week in July ‘24. Property is VERY dated and for sale which may explain why the owners haven’t updated/renovated this property. Location is good with easy bay and beach access. But, definitely needs a deep cleaning inside , new bedding/beds, and a complete cleaning below the house (no concrete pad, cigarette butts everywhere, pieces of glass). I’d definitely pass on this one unless it’s one of your only options on the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

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

enjoyed our stay

we loved our home it was comfy... when we arrived the door was wide open tht is really the only issue...I think it was not closed all the way and wind got it! scared us a bit... other than tht it was a comfy stay.place was clean.does need new pans to cook in.sound beach was cool we watched dolphins every day and caught a sting ray.half our group was bored so they traveled to busier places I was fine with it being laid back.crab hunting at night was super fun!! plenty shells to be found as well as hermit crabs ..went to sea lab it was fun to pet shark and sting rays on ur time...beautiful island forsure..ty to all....
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie n.

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

Great location, comfortable house

The location of this house is our fave - on the Bay but easy walk to the Gulf beach. 4 comfortable bedrooms (the teen girls loved the loft bedroom and bath, even though they could hear everything in the house and we woke them up earlier than they'd like making coffee each morning). Beds were fine and there were plenty of good bath towels, but the kitchen was missing a lot of essentials (can opener, mixing bowl, vegetable peeler, wooden spoons, ice tray, pie pan, frying pan) which we purchased and left behind (so the next folks should be in good shape!) There is also fairly minimal seating on the deck (we used the beach chairs we brought with us) and only enough seating in the living room for 4 (again, we dragged in beach chairs) but other than that we give it a thumbs up.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

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

Memories with the Grandgirls

First visit to Dauphin Island. Loved the location on the Bay and close proximity to the Gulf. The property was spacious and as described in the listing. There were plenty of linens and kitchen items were okay. We brought specialty kitchen items from home, like the Keurig, knives, pizza cutter, etc. The only negative for the property was the kitchen faucet which showered you every time it was turned on. There were also issues with the appliances--the dishwasher is not bolted in and you have to be very careful when opening the door. The freezer takes all your body weight to close. And, the dryer door continually pops open and makes drying a load of clothes a very long process. We adapted to these issues, but they are such avoidable issues for the property owner as they could be repaired easily. Loved that we could bring our dog to this property. He loved the Bay and chasing ghost crabs. Fun times. Hope to be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

John D.

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

Enjoyed this particular house twice, but ....

We especially like this house because it has a bayside beach area which is an advantage if you happen to come on a week when the Gulf side is inundated with seaweed. The first time we stayed there was problems with deck lighting and plumbing (I repaired the plumbing myself at that time) The lighting we were told had been given a work order for repair, but we never saw anyone. This is the second time we stayed and there was a new refrigerator (an improvement), less kitchen utensils, our shell in table was gone :{ , and the light problem was still present years later :{. We requested help, got notice that a work order had been turned in, same result, saw no one, no repair accomplished. Mosquitos were awful compared to our first time which was on April 1st week that year, this year we were there in Mid May, weather much better, it was a very cold, windy, rainy week when we were there the first time. Pillow cases or pillows actually smelled like an armpit and house is for sale at this time. (it was a newly aquired property the 1st time we stayed here) . With all that negativity, we would still recommend this house, it is very nice, maybe bring your own pillows and a good camp light to light the deck enough to see if you want to use the new grill they had available. We have stayed in Fort Morgan area and Dauphin Island many years and still think this is one of the better locations. One more comment, there is only one street in/out and it floods, pray for no rain. (Corvette owner)
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Much needed family get away

This was a great house for our family. Great location. The bay was awesome for slow paced hanging out and walking out to fish. Not much beach is available, but enough to accommodate chairs and what is needed for the day. Short walk to the ocean side. Parking passes are available to drive over too. The ocean side beach was perfect. I wish the house would have been ocean side. The house was not clean when we arrived. After speaking with the manager and letting him know that his cleaning people were not doing what they should, all was well. He was lovely to work with. The kitchen could use some updating on pots and pans. The icemaker could not keep up so bring extra bags of ice or trays with you. I think we left some in the cabinets. Would recommend a longer hose and a nozzle to replace the one under house and on the front porch. The deck on the back is partially covered and was lovely to have. Bring chairs for beach and deck. We did not use the grills because they looked a bit too warn out and not too clean. I assume that being in the elements puts a toll on them. Beds were ok, couches need to be updated but served their purpose. We spent very little time inside. If you are not familiar with the island, I would also suggest that you check with the management quite often close to your trip to check on the weather. Flooding streets tend to be an issue. Due to the location, this house was not effected when many others more west were. Overall, I would certainly recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

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

Nice property could you some TLC

The home was clean and nice. However, it needs some TLC: paint, mold repair around vents, a clean furnace filter. Also, the fully stocked kitchen had no tea spoons, the toaster only half worked. The back door has a huge gap in it- It did blow open very easily with strong wind. The master bathroom door is too low and scrapping the floor and the washer is a little tricky to use ( youtube helped us get it working) ( push start twice) . Also in the upstairs bedroom the overly to the mattress is too big. Suggest getting a new bed in a box for safety. I almost fell off the bed a few times because the overly hangs over. We found trash left behind by the cleaning crew or previous renters. Several of the outdoor chairs were broken and not useable, luckily we brought our own camping chairs. However these were truly minor things, mainly reporting them so they may be addressed. April, was very responsive when we reported issue with the washer, and the trash. She was immediately responsive professional, courteous. Either cleaning staff or previous renter had removed parts of the Roku systems and batteries and April immediately addressed the issue. The appliances worked. The location was perfect, on the quiet sound and close to the beach. Dauphin Island was a friendly, peaceful place to be. Could use more dining options for families such a sit down breakfast place and casual affordable dining that is not fast food. The Bird Sanctuary was wonderful as was Ft Gains and the Estuarium.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kathy S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Loved the island and the people, but shocked at the condition of the accommodations..

We were very excited to visit Dauphin Island. We left early and are very disappointed with the beach house rental. The towels smelled like mildew, the stove oven had what looked like burn marks on the outside and there was a dark stain seeping out from underneath the stove onto the kitchen floor. The refrigerator freezer drawer was broken and very difficult to open and close. The ice maker did not work for us. We bought bags of ice. The dishwasher door was broken and fell to the floor when opened. The bottom plate of the dishwasher fell off every time the door was opened. The toaster was broken. The microwave had grease caked on the outside. There was what appeared to be a leak under the kitchen sink because everything was wet and smelled bad under the sink. We had to scrub the kitchen, including the kitchen garbage can which had old rotten food caked on the inside. There are several broken or cracked floor tiles. The outside grill was dirty. We did not use that, so we cannot attest if it works or not. The Master bedroom bed was like sleeping on a cot and very noisy. The window blinds in the bedrooms and bathrooms were about 4" too short, which is a problem for privacy. There is a large crack in one of the bedroom windows, which looks old and rusty. We ended up sleeping separately on the twin beds. We were willing to overlook all of these items even though we paid a large sum of money for one week to stay here. I feel at that price we deserve for things to be in good condition. However, Saturday we had new neighbors move in. They liked to listen to very loud music and talk/yell very loud and party late into the night. They actually had the police called on them Saturday night. It was all too much, and everything together took away from what we came here to experience. We emailed the rental company Sunday night letting them know we were leaving Monday morning. We did not hear back from them. My husband called them Wednesday, the day we were actually supposed to check out and spoke to one of the employees. She was very polite and asked my husband to email a complete list of everything that is wrong with the property. She assured us they would respond to our second email. They did reply with a partial credit. I'm not sure how they calculated the amount because there was no explanation with the email. I hope they will correct these items for the next family renting this property. This is unacceptable and very upsetting.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

The house worked good for us. We had a waterline break, but a quick call and the repair crew was dispatched.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Annette B.

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

Stay at dauphin Island

We had a great experience for our first trip to dauphin island. It rained quite a bit but thats because of hurricanes coming in. The only problem with the house was not enough rags. We had to wash them after ever use finally we just went bought some. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie L.

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

Great family vacation

We were able to spend a week at the beach with our family staying safe from Covid. We were surprised that one bedroom that showed 2 twin beds had 2 sets of bunk beds. The property manager checked on us the 2nd day and took care of some maintenance issues quickly. We were just a short walk to the beach and had a wonderful trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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