Seaside stay .You'll find Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council and Indian Shell Mound Park within a 15-minute walk of this Dauphin Island cottage. Dauphin Island Beaches and Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
Dauphin Island Public Beach - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
Getting around
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Pirate's Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
Island Rainbow - 4 min drive
Islanders Restaurant & Bar - 3 min drive
Pelican Pub - 15 min walk
Skinner's Seafood - 3 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.
Island Retreat for Nature Lovers
Enjoy beautiful Dauphin Island in this treehouse-like getaway filled with works of Southern artists. Walk or bike to beaches, Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Native American shell mounds, quaint shops, galleries, bakeries, live music and restaurants. A large, elevated covered porch is perfect for outdoor dining and relaxing in nature--rain or shine.
Property manager
Knight
Languages
English
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Bay views, discount on 7-day rentals! FALL MONTHLY OPEN.
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No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Frequently asked questions
How close is Island Retreat for Nature Lovers to the airport?
This cottage is 33.2 mi (41-min drive) away from the Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Island Retreat for Nature Lovers have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
How close is Island Retreat for Nature Lovers to the beach?
This cottage is 7.2 mi (48-min drive) from Fort Morgan Beach and 1 mi (3-min drive) from Dauphin Island Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Island Retreat for Nature Lovers offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Island Retreat for Nature Lovers?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Island Retreat for Nature Lovers?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Island Retreat for Nature Lovers?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Island Retreat for Nature Lovers have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Island Retreat for Nature Lovers have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Island Retreat for Nature Lovers to downtown Dauphin Island?
This cottage is 0.3 mi away from Dauphin Island.
Island Retreat for Nature Lovers Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Connie J.
Jul 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and enjoyable
The property is well maintained. The furniture is showing a bit of wear but still comfortable.The online pucs show a bunk that is no longer there.Loved the spices, provided games, spacious kitchen and outdoor seating area. Old grey kitty blessed us with his company. Poor guy. We were able to clean him up with wipes, feed him and get some good kitty lovins! Friendly Spoke with neighbor who said kitty is skinny/dirty due to advanced age. We loved spending time at the beach, crabbing and taking the ferry! Excellent property!
Connie J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thunder m.
Jul 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Getaway
House was amazing we will definitely stay here again!
Thunder m.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nate
Jul 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Amazing property and Island to stay at. Beaches arent packed. Island resturants are great. Friendly folks all around. And plenty to do.Property comes with everything to make you feel as though you were at your own home making for a wonderful stay.
Nate
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
comstock2002
Jun 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO ever. I’ve stayed at several different houses at Dauphin Island, but after staying here, I’m ruined. I’ll definitely be returning. House was beyond clean, charming, spacious and homey. Just beautiful.
comstock2002
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca C.
Mar 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
This was the perfect house and location for a weekend getaway with the kids! It was clean and well stocked. We played the games in the cabinet every night. The location is great for bike riding. We rode everywhere we wanted to go all over the island!Thank you for a great stay!
Rebecca C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrea C.
Nov 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Restful Retreat 🙂↕️
Very pleased with the decision to book a stay here. This place is incredibly clean and neat, spacious, equipped with all of the convenient amenities, and located in a peaceful neighborhood. We both have high-stress jobs and ultimate relaxation is paramount on our vacations, which is exactly what the Island Retreat Cottage provided us. Very grateful to the hosts for prompt communication and I would highly recommend staying here to anyone looking for “the spot” on Dauphin Island!
Andrea C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Rose B.
Nov 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Rose B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Renee L.
Sep 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointed with lack of communication!
The house is perfect but I messaged the host 3 separate times about 3 separate issues and got no response whatsoever. I was extremely disappointed that there was no communication about questions that were important to me.
Renee L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer O.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great quiet stay
We enjoyed the island and the home. It was as described and was tucked away in a quiet street, but close to everything. Would definitely stay here again!
Jennifer O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chrisana E.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Really clean, comfortable and spacious! Loved the big deck and outdoor seating areas, the nature sounds of the trees and wildlife. We really bonded with the neighbor's cat Wiley as well. The place was clean, well organized and labeled and we had everything we needed. The only thing that bothered me was not having a body mirror for getting ready but that was minor lol. We would love to stay again!
Chrisana E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to Dauphin Island
The property was just a listed very cozy, clean and located on a quiet street in the middle of the island. I highly recommend this house if you are visiting Dauphin Island.
Michael B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amanda B.
Jul 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat in the pines
Quiet location prefect for a relaxing getaway. The porch was perfect for morning coffee listening to the rain, or at night listening to the birds. The house had everything we needed even sound machines in the rooms to help the kids fall asleep for a peaceful nights rest. The owner was great to work with.
Amanda B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg A.
Jun 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise In the Pines
We have been to the island multiple times and stayed at several properties. This house has it all. Great location (Centralized to the entire island), comfortable beds, plenty of room for a family, ouside dining with a seperate lounge area. We come to the island to reconnect as a family. We spent most nights fixing dinner and eating as a family. We will definitely be back to stay.
Greg A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Drew S.
Jun 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house!
This house was perfect for our stay! Great location and perfect set up. Already considering it again for next year.
Drew S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Meredith H.
May 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty darn near perfect
DA is our favorite quiet beach experience and is the easiest place to stay non-beachfront. The house is perfect for a family-especially one with teens who want privacy and are too old to clump together in a bunk room. The house is new, clean, and spacious with great bathrooms and a kitchen that is more than well stocked. Beds were super comfy and we all slept well in the quiet. Loved the porch and places to sit for alone time. One day the ac struggled and was promptly addressed by the owner. We will definitely stay here again and loved it!
Meredith H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lauren D.
Apr 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility in the Pines
Knight and Matt’s home is beautiful, clean, and well-appointed with local artwork, comfortable furniture, and everything you could possibly need. Right down to the spices and cooking essentials, their home is fully equipped. A view of pine trees outside every window enhances the serenity of the property. My husband, another couple, and I drove down from NC to witness spring migration (which never disappoints.) This will be our go-to place to stay for many returns!
I rented this house for my sisters weekend bachelorette trip. It was perfect for relaxing on a quiet dead-end street. The house is updated very clean and cozy. 10 out of 10 recommend and will be renting again. The host are so accommodating and reply quickly. This goes down in the books as one of my favorite vacation homes.
Hannah K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary W.
Oct 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time in the Pines!
My father, boyfriend, and I had a wonderful visit at Dauphin Island and enjoyed staying here. It was our first time staying in the Pines vs the beach but it was so relaxing and the house had everything we needed. 10/10 would recommend and will be back!
Mary W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bradley W.
Aug 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place
We enjoyed our time here. Very clean. We will be coming back!
Bradley W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hannah P.
Aug 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
-Peaceful- Paradise in the Pines
We throughly enjoyed our stay here for our short visit to the island. The home is beautifully decorated and very clean. The entire home was fully stocked with all the necessities. The quiet neighborhood helped make for a very relaxing trip. Only thing I would’ve changed is some darkening shades/curtains in the bedroom so we could’ve slept in later but even without, we still rested very well. Thanks for helping make our trip one of the best! We will definitely be back!
Hannah P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan G.
Aug 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation Rental
My sisters and I spent a week here. The house is beautiful, clean, and well stocked. We really enjoyed the covered outside deck and spent a lot of time there. Anytime I had a question, the owners immediately answered. Dauphin Island is a quiet little gem in the Gulf of Mexico. If you are looking for low key and non-commercialized, this is the place to go. We plan on returning soon.
Susan G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charlene L.
May 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
No property beach access
It was good, house was excellent, well stocked with cooking ,bath accessories, clean. Just thought there was access to beach by seeing wooden walkway,but it was of bird sanctuary. Had a good stay.
Charlene L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Apr 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend
We traveled to Dauphin Island for a family wedding and chose this home because of close proximity to the wedding. We were so pleased with everything about the home! It was absolutely spotless, very spacious, beautiful surroundings, quiet neighborhood, located close to everything we needed. The owners were very easy to communicate with, but they had everything we needed in place so we did not even have to reach out during our stay. Highly recommend this property to anyone traveling to the area! Thank you so much!
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily B.
Apr 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Easter Weekend
We had a great vacation!! Beautiful home and beautiful location. The host was very responsive when a need came up about our key code and called me right away. She was so sweet and kind! The house is decorated absolutely gorgeous! Beautiful art on the walls. Comfy beds with lots of extras you don’t even think you might need/want. Will definitely stay here again in the future. Thank you for a chance to make wonderful memories in a beautiful home! 💛