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Set Sail in Dauphin Island

Bayfront home with wraparound deck & great water views - dog-friendly

  • 12 guests
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 7 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • Check in  after 4:00 PM
  • Check out  before 10:00 AM

Overview

Have your own beach on the bay, great views, and access to the Mississippi Sound at Set Sail! This bayfront home offers lovely rooms with sliding glass doors that open to the wraparound deck.

Step into Set Sail with its high ceilings, open floor plan, and tons of windows drenching the house with the Island's natural light! Admire incredible views of the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and the gentle waters of the Mississippi Sound (Bay) to the north. The great room offers two separate living areas with the kitchen and dining area in the middle. On the Gulf side, gather around the comfy sitting area and fireplace. On the Sound (Bay) side, you'll find ample sofas, board games, and a Vizio Smart TV with DirecTV, a DVD player, and a stereo. The functional kitchen offers plenty of prep area for the cook, a side-by-side refrigerator/freezer with an icemaker and water dispenser, a dishwasher, a microwave, a range/oven, a coffee maker and all dishes, glasses, pots/pans, and silverware.

Four bedrooms flank the home. On the southeast, the Gulf-side bedroom offers a set of bunk beds and a sleeper sofa, with a DVD player/monitor for movie watching - perfect for the kids. The northeast Sound-side bedroom is furnished with a king bed and extra seating. The other two west-side bedrooms are also furnished with king beds and DirecTV. Between the bedrooms, guests will find bathrooms with separate single vanities. One of these bathrooms has a bathtub, and both have a shower. In addition, there is a guest half-bathroom with a toilet and vanity. Each of the four bedrooms has its own French doors that open on to the wraparound deck. You also have a utility closet with the washer/dryer, vacuum, broom, and iron/ironing board.

Enjoy the covered wraparound deck with views from every angle. There is a boardwalk to your own private, shade pavilion with hammocks and a picnic table. You can fish and swim right there in your own 'backyard.' Underneath Set Sail, you will find an additional outdoor living area with a shower, conversation seating area, gas grill, an additional picnic table, and a romantic swing overlooking the Sound (Bay) waters.

Linens and bath towels are provided, but you will need to bring your own beach towels. HVAC with ceiling fans are inside and out. Set Sail is graciously stocked with books, games, DVD movies, and music CDs. Parking for four cars is available under the house.

If you want to bring your four-legged family members along, Set Sail is a dog-friendly property. All pets must be reported at the time your reservation is made. The Town of Dauphin Island leash law requires dogs to be on leash and properly secured when outdoors and also requires that dog waste in rental property yards, beaches, and public areas be picked up and properly disposed of.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Dogs are welcome (and are required to be on-leash when outdoors)
Please be aware that there is no Gulf beach access across the street

Permit Number

STR23-000056

Other things to note

Pets are welcome at this property for an additional pet fee of $200 per stay. Please add your pet during the booking process or contact us prior to arrival so the fee can be applied.

Sleeping Arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 king bed

Bedroom 2

1 king bed

Bedroom 3

1 king bed

Bedroom 4

2 double beds, 2 single beds


Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • BBQ grill
  • Beach
  • Beach View
  • Coffee maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Dryer
  • Dryer in common space
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • Ice maker
  • Internet
  • Iron
  • Kitchen
  • Long term stays allowed
  • Oven
  • Pets allowed
  • Stove
  • TV
  • Washer
  • Washer in common space
  • Water View
  • Waterfront

Your new corner of the world

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Home in Dauphin Island, Alabama

Reviews

5.0

See what guests are saying

Set Sail on Dauphin Island feels like a private family retreat with breathtaking bay views, wrap-around porches, a private dock and gazebo, kayaks and easy beach access. Families (and dogs) praise the spotless, well-equipped kitchen, comfy beds and kid-friendly layout for multigenerational stays. Vacasa staff are responsive, handling issues swiftly. The relaxed island setting, nearby Gulf access, thoughtful amenities and warm community make it a repeat favorite.

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Anonymous Review from Airbnb

August 2026

Set Sail was phenomenal! Beautiful, comfortable home! Gorgeous views! The most amazing beach access and gazebo! We absolutely loved our stay and couldn’t have asked for a better week! The walkway to the beach was amazing! The company was so helpful and so responsive!!!

Avari response:

Thank you, Erin, for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you found Set Sail to be beautiful and comfortable, and that the views and beach access made your stay even more special. It’s our goal to provide a seamless experience, and knowing that our team was helpful and responsive brings us so much joy. We truly appreciate your kind words and would love to welcome you back for another amazing week on Dauphin Island whenever you're ready!

Anonymous Review from Vrbo / Expedia

August 2026

House was perfect for our large group. We had an infant all the way up to senior citizens and the house accommodated all perfectly. There were extra amenities not mentioned. Right on the water. Parking was easy. View was beautiful. Plenty of sleeping spaces and privacy. Plenty of extra seating and blankets. Outside shower and foot wash station made beach trip clean up easy.

Avari response:

Thank you, Denise, for sharing your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that our home was a perfect fit for your diverse group, from the little ones to the seniors. It’s wonderful to know that the extra amenities and the beautiful views added to your stay. We take pride in ensuring our properties are well-equipped and comfortable for everyone, and it sounds like we hit the mark for you.

We appreciate your kind words about the easy parking and the outdoor shower—it’s those little touches that can make a big difference after a day at the beach. We would love to welcome you back for another memorable stay whenever you're ready.

Anonymous Review from Airbnb

July 2026

We love this house. This was our second time and it matches our every need. The layout is very nice for a large family. Being able to get out of the sun by the beach is the absolute best!! Being on the sound side is perfect with young children. We will be coming back.

Anonymous Review from Vrbo / Expedia

June 2026

House was perfect setup for our family

Avari response:

We’re so glad to hear that the house was the perfect setup for your family, Cynthia. It’s wonderful to know that our space met your needs and helped create a memorable experience for you all. We take pride in providing homes that feel comfortable and welcoming, and it’s rewarding to see that reflected in your stay.

If you ever find yourselves back on Dauphin Island, we would love to host you again and help make more special memories. Thank you for choosing Avari!

Anonymous Review from Airbnb

April 2026

Loved it!

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