The Big Chill in Dauphin Island, AL

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

12 guests
5 bedrooms
7 beds
4.5 baths

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Overview

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.

Sleeping Arrangements

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

Amenities

Air conditioning
BBQ grill
Beach Front
Beach View
Beach access
Bed linens
Blender
Carbon monoxide detector
Coffee maker
Communal pool
Dishwasher
Dryer
Dryer in common space
Family/kid friendly
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Fishing
Hangers
Heating
Internet
Iron
Kitchen
Laptop friendly workspace
Microwave
Outdoor pool
Oven
Pets allowed
Private pool
Refrigerator
Smoke detector
Stove
Suitable for children (2-12 years)
Suitable for infants (under 2 years)
Swimming pool
TV
Toaster
Towels provided
Washer
Washer in common space
Water View
Waterfront
Wine glasses
Wireless Internet

Your new corner of the world

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Home in Dauphin Island, Alabama

4.7

See what guests are saying

Bright, spacious five-bedroom home offers stunning bayside views, easy beach access and large porches for relaxing, plus a private, heated pool and fenced yard for pets and kids. Guests praise spotless, newly furnished rooms, comfortable beds, and a well-equipped kitchen ideal for families and multigenerational groups. Central location and thoughtful amenities make unplugging effortless, while responsive hosts ensure smooth check-in and quick help when needed, creating a warm, worry-free island stay.

AI-generated from guest reviews for this property

36 reviews

5 stars

72%

4 stars

28%

Joy M M

December 2025

Our stay was great!!! Lots of room for the family or multiple families to spread out in. The concrete under the house was great to not drag sand in and out when loading/unloading and for washing off from the beach! Loved the grassed back yard for the dogs!! The pool was great even though we couldn't enjoy it much with the weather temperature being super cold during our stay. Clean and great quality furniture. The beds are super comfortable!! We stayed during Thanksgiving and there was plenty of cookware and utensils to cook full meals and enjoy the holiday!

SuAnne R

November 2025

Amber G

October 2025

The house was great for my family and we enjoyed everything it had to offer. It was right by the west end beach. Pool was heated which came in handy. Truly a great house to use for an island stay!

Jennifer D

October 2025

Our party of 11 really liked this house. It was spacious & clean, easy beach access. The view of the bay from the back of the house was very nice. Our only issue was that the pool was extremely cold for the majority of our stay. I sent a text early on Sunday afternoon & Vacasa replied they would have someone right out. Monday, still had a cold pool, another text was sent. Someone did not come out to turn the heater on for the pool until about lunchtime Tuesday.