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Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house!

Beachfront vacation home near surfing/body boarding in Dauphin Island

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the beach

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101464 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

On the beach.You'll find Dauphin Island Beaches and Dauphin Island Public Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Dauphin Island vacation home. Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council and West End Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 53 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Fort Morgan - 54 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Mobile Cruise Terminal - 60 min drive - 47.3 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬7 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 Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house!

Island Sun is a first-row beach house set back on a large gulf front lot that leaves plenty of room to hang out with your friends! It comes with its own volleyball pit! Prepare for fun and games! The home was purchased in Spring 2021 and updated throughout with new furniture and lighting. The property has tremendous views from the living room, dining room, and kitchen and lots of natural light and beach sunshine. Island Sun is full of charm and offers everything you need to have the beach getaway you have been dreaming of.

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 longer stays. Everything you need for a great beach vacation is here!

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 NOT pet-friendly.

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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
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • 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: 1,464 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house! to the airport?

This vacation home is 35 mi (46-min drive) away from the Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house! to the beach?

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

Does Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house! to downtown Dauphin Island?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Dauphin Island.

Reviews

Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated 2021, Gorgeous beach house! Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

clare c.

Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed in this house several times. We enjoy the ocean front views and beach access. The side deck is nice when it is windy because it is in the lee.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect! The host thought of everything. We would definitely come back and stay here. Loved every part of our vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach access out the back door was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location- right on the beach. The house is cute and beds were so comfortable. We had a great time. Would definitely come back!
The view from the porch/patio. Didn’t take any pics of the inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie Ann M.

Loved dauphin island

We had a great stay in Dauphin Island. The house was cutely decorated and I loved all the windows that looked out to the gulf. Only suggestion would be to hire new housekeeping. It could’ve been a little cleaner. There was hair on the shower walls and empty shampoo/body wash bottles. The front bedroom had sand in the sheets (probably from the throw pillows being on the dirty floor when housekeeping was making the beds.) Other than those little hiccups we enjoyed our stay. The volleyball net was a hit with my kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time!

Lots of good views from the master and living room. The porch was partially covered so you can enjoy time outside (but out of the sun), or enjoy a nice meal outside. The beach wasn’t crowded as there was private access from the house. Kids had a great time playing all the outside games!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and great property

We had a great time. It was great being on the beach with plenty of activities for the kids. The shuffleboard court and volleyball court were a lot of fun. The house was clean and check in was a breeze. The manager communicated well and dropped by our first day to welcome us and answer any questions. Would happily rent again. The only downside was that the internet connection was fairly slow. But it was serviceable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful beach front home

Very clean and full of sunlight. Tastefully decorated. All of the amenities of home with a view of the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas V.

Liked: Cleanliness

N/a

The beach was beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

barbara f.

Liked: Cleanliness

My stay at Sun Island

I loved the property and the location. The cottage was delightful. The drive in was not well marked and I went into the wrong side and. got terribly stuck in the sand that required a tow to get out. Other then that it was a wonderful few days
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Terrie C.

Beach front

Cute path to the water
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

This is a nice property with direct beach access.. Perfect for just sitting on the beach while staying close to home. The house could definitely use some updates but nothing that would discourage me from staying again. The only complaint we really had were the ants in the kitchen. Even though we kept the kitchen clean and free of food on the countertops, there were always ants. We did let the rental company know but never got a response back. All in all, it was still a great getaway and very relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Like a small slice of paradise

The best part is it not feeling like you are in a tourist trap. Locally owned restaurants and not a bunch of strip malls. If you want to enjoy the beach without all the fuss I would stay on Dauphin Island. We will certainly stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Sherri M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for the price

We loved the rental. There were some safety issues in that there is a fence under the home that is covered partially with sand making the rusted wire difficult to see. Additionally, the picture shows a stack of white lounge chairs on the deck but they are not able to be used as they are completely rusted out. The deck needs some updates having rusted areas and nails sticking out so we had to watch our toddler well. These are easy things to remove and aside from it we loved the house! The view can't be beat and the home was made very comfortable. The mattress on all the beds were nice and clean as well as all the bedding. We enjoyed the stay and would rent again from this property management company any day! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angelina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous property with the perfect location

The home and location were exactly what we were looking for. We enjoyed our time immensely and will absolutely look to return when we can. Sunrises, sunsets, the porch, the AMAZINGLY comfortable beds- this was exactly what we needed. Be aware that you need multiple days in advance to secure parking passes from the local police so do this before you arrive!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021