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Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!

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Smart TV, video games, DVD player, table tennis
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, table tennis
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 121053 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Royal Lagoons vacation home, you'll find Dauphin Island Beaches and Dauphin Island Public Beach. Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 11 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬6 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.

Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!

The three minute video attached says it best! "Lil" House is a four bedroom, three bath house, with spacious living area and something for everyone in your group! Its unique wrap-around porch allows for a breeze at any time of the day or night. Designed like a riverboat, each room (including the bedrooms) have doors leading out to the wrap-around porch. The house's best feature is the sunsets which are unobstructed due to its northern most point on the island. They can be observed from the upper or lower deck with lots of seating options on each. The sandy yard with a wooden boardwalk-covered seawall only feet from the porch allows for the best of both island worlds.....sand fun for the kids and sunbathers, and boat access for the swimmers and sports enthusiast. The fishing from the dock is great both day and night. The underwater nightlight is an added bonus and lends itself to great night fishing. Swimming, kayaking and paddle-boarding (all included) are extremely easy to do right in front of the house. AND its so close to the house that you can talk to your family and friends on the front porch while you swim in front of the house. Dolphins are seen often frolicking out front and dive-bombing pelicans are very entertaining to watch from one of the bed swing, two porch swings, three sofas, two arm chairs, two lounge chairs, or two rocking chairs.

The master bedroom has a queen size bed and a private bathroom. The second bedroom has a queen bed. The third has twin beds with one trundle. And the fourth bedroom, called the Teen Bunk Room because it is located downstairs with a separate entrance offering lots of privacy, has two sets of bunk beds with twin beds on top and full size beds on bottom. This room is not suitable for small children however, since there is no interior entrance to the bunkroom; it’s only accessible from the outside (which is covered.) The bunk room also has a TV and Wii, and its own bathroom.

Also, downstairs on the lower decks are four Adirondack chairs, a sofa, two arm chairs, a TV, a bed swing, a dining table and four chairs, a bar table with four barstools, and two lounge chairs for sun bathing. A green egg grill/smoker is provided and excellent for steaks and grilled oysters. There is also a PK grill that can be rolled out to the dock. There is a commercial grade ping pong table, as well as corn hole and bocce ball.

If you want to walk down to the Gulf-side beach, a wagon and beach chairs are provided. Our favorite thing to do with kids is to walk the 2 blocks to the beach at dusk with flashlights, nets, and buckets and let them chase and capture sand crabs. The best part is letting the crabs go at one time and watching the kids scramble to get out of the way!

Other things we like to do on the island include exploring the deserted stretch of sand dunes, riding bikes on the 9-mile bike path, spending the day at the Isle Dauphine Public Swim Club swimming in the pool or playing pickleball/tennis/golf, renting a pontoon boat and taking it for a picnic lunch on sand island, paddling the kayaks in the nearby estuary where you can park and walk to the wine bar or the sno cone place, touring the bird sanctuary or the Aquarium of Alabama, enjoying fresh pastries at Lighthouse Bakery, or walking to Island Rainbow for a snow cone or pizza dinner. Each fun-filled day will culminate with an amazing and memorable sunset that can be watched from the front porch or dock.

So whether you are a family with small children, or snowbirds looking for tranquility, or a fishing enthusiast, Lil House is for you! And the following pictures tell it all! (Don’t miss the four minute video!)

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is only allowed outside.Ashtrays provided

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,053 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: see pet policy below

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed outside.Ashtrays provided

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

4 Bedroom Waterfront House
4 Bedroom Waterfront
Waterfront house w/swim ladder kayaks/paddle boards SUNSETS!!

Frequently asked questions

How close is Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! to the airport?

This vacation home is 34.8 mi (45-min drive) away from the Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Dauphin Island Beaches and 10-minute walk from Dauphin Island Public Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! to downtown Dauphin Island?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Dauphin Island.

Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 181 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N., Slidell, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
LIl House is PERFECT!! Heaven on earth!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle u.

Liked: Cleanliness
I can not say enough amazing things about this house! We loved all the games, amenities and location. We were a short walk or drive to everything we needed. We spent hours fishing, diving and swimming in the water. At night we enjoyed ping pong and relaxing by the water. It is a perfect place to relax and watch the sunset and enjoy a peaceful time with your family! We can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another stay at Lil House, and another great week full of memories. Lil House is my family’s favorite vacation destination, and we can’t wait to do it again next year. Thanks again Susan for sharing your small piece of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bayfront relaxation /Retirement gift to myself...

Backyard fishing, no crowds, Sunsets, and relaxing outdoors were my motivation. My first time back since 1973. I've been taking the family between Panama City and Gulf Shores for the past 55 years. This time, Im retiring and wanted this vacation for myself. Nice.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lil house

We have stayed in several properties around Royal logons and this was by far our favorite. Everything we needed was there and amenities were excellent. Host was very accessible and gracious!! Looking forward to our visit in October.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed!!

So thankful for this trip! Best place I've stayed
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break 2025

15yrs weve vacationed on Dauphin Island, we choose different holes to see the entire islands beauty. This home by far is our favorite. Quiet, relaxing, clean and more than enough amenitites. Over and above customer service
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!

Location was amazing and the size of the house was perfect for our family of 5! The teen bunk was a great hangout for the kids and the ping pong table kept them busy too! My husband caught quite a few fish (small ones but fun) and some crab! I loved relaxing in the sun and the close shopping! Overall a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for families!

Very nice house on the water with plenty of room for everyone and had everything we needed for a fun week. My kids loved being able to fish off the dock and be right on the water. The area under the house was perfect for my kids to hang out and watch tv and play ping pong. The under water light off the dock was really cool to watch at night. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very good Very enjoyable

Good
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving

Great stay, amazing location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Front porch paradise

If you are looking for a place to sit back and relax, this is your place! Lil house has everything and more that you could want to make a memorable and relaxing vacation. Put this house on your bucket list!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

B H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sitting On The Dock of the Bay (sound)

Loved our stay here. Enjoy fishing and watching sunsets from the dock. Wonderful time!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Can’t wait to come back

We have stayed all over the island and Lil House is one of our favorites. Lovely host and touches throughout. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness

We love lil house!

This was our third stay at Susan's home and each visit is better than the last. We love all of the updates. This home is the perfect place to relax and spend time with your family. There were ten of us this trip including our 3 adult children and their significant others, our teenager and our 9 year old grandson. Lots of fun was had by all! Thanks again for a wonderful place to vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Place Ever!!

This was our third time at Lil House and it never disappoints.The house is great, and Susan is always available if you have any questions. We have already booked for 2025 and we can’t wait to return. Thank you Susan for sharing your home with us. Tim B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Place to Make Memories

Our family loved everything about this beautiful property! Susan was very hospitable and kind. We highly recommend staying here while on Dauphin Island!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location Beautiful house

Everything was spectacular !!!! The sunsets from the dock was amazing every night. They were million dollar sunsets and each one was special. The kayak and paddle board were used and appreciated by our entire group. The house was just right for our family of 8. The grills made cooking easy and fun. Everyone enjoyed the swing bed. This house and location is a 100/10 every time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Had a great week at Lil House with 6 adults and 2 infants! The house was clean and very well stocked. Especially enjoyed all the games and seating underneath the house. Next door neighbors were very nice and helpful too! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

The only way to experience Dauphin Island

We have wanted to visit the Gulf Shores area for quite a while. I was impressed to find this gem on Dauphin Island. The property was amazing. It felt like a tropical home away from home. The home was clean and well appointed and the location on the water with kayaks, paddle boards, swimming, and finishing made it so we didn’t feel the need to leave to be entertained. The outdoor furniture and covered deck made enjoying the sunsets over the bay some for the memory books. Communication with the host was very easy. Would highly recommend and will come back to the Lil House when we visit Dauphin Island again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ledyard M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lil House

Lil House was great! Although the weather didn't cooperate for our fishing, we did have some incredible sunsets! Our 14 year old grandson did have a unique experience with a dolphin as it swam right next to his fishing kayak and followed him back to the dock. You could not ask for a better host than Susan. She provided us with a wealth of information about Dauphin Island, from where to grocery shop, places to visit, and contact information for a variety of rentals. We hope to come back to Lil House again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Tamara F.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great access to fishing

We loved the location of the home. The only downfall was the cleanliness of the home. The owner was super accommodating with all questions which was so helpful, but we just wished the home was cleaner. We had a great time on our vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

S H., Denver, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful getaway!

Susan's house is lovely and the view is just outstanding! Dauphin Island is a nice quiet getaway. We enjoyed the dolphins, fishing, E bikes, touring the island and the restaurants!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic in so many ways

Lil House was absolutely perfect for our February getaway! The home is cozy, comfortable, and clean. It had everything and more than we could have asked for. The bay is so close and the views are great from both inside and outside. There are so many things to enjoy from the outdoor areas. We fished from the dock, watched the pelicans and herons catch fish in the light at night, played ping pong, and read books on the porch swing bed. The sunsets are absolutely beautiful! We watched dolphins swim by the dock each day. We also enjoyed walking on the beaches and hiking the Audubon trails. We had a wonderful trip and will rent from Susan again in the future. She was very welcoming and provided all kinds of helpful information. Thanks for the amazing memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Last minute trip to the island!

We absolutely love our vacations to Dauphin Island and have stayed on several properties on the island. This one will always be at the top of our list. The dock and the view are beautiful! The house had everything we needed for a successful and fun filled trip. Susan was an amazing and responsive host and answered every question we had. We will definitely stay at this home again and hopefully this summer! See you soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024