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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

On the beach.With a stay at this Silver Cay vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Dauphin Island Public Beach. West End Beach and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 8 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 12 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬9 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.

"AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS!

This house is a new rental in 2020. Ain't Life Grand is a 1800 sq ft house located on the Mississippi Sound side of Dauphin Island. This house is very special in that it has a private beach on the Mississippi Sound and a ground level pool. The "Gulf" side of the island is just a 7-10 minute walk or a 1 minute golf cart ride. The house has been recently renovated. Included in the rental are 5 sea kayaks, including single, tandem and kids kayaks, for exploring the canals and Sound. Dauphin Island is considered the sunset capital of the south and Ain't Life Grand gets some of the best views of sunsets on the island.

For the fisherman, Ain't Life Grand has a mooring post for your boat and will handle a boat up to 28 ft. The Sound is full of speckled trout, redfish, flounder, triple tail, ling (cobia), crabs, shrimp and much more. In the Gulf you will find all of the above, plus snapper, grouper, king mackerel, spanish mackerel and many other off shore species. There is a full fish cleaning station on the pool deck with sink, washdown and cutting board. Aint Life Grand even comes with 3 top of the line crab traps for that crab boil you love!

Ain't Life Grand is perfect for families and kids. The Sound, where the private beach is and house are located, is shallow and calm, perfect for kids and adults alike. For more surf and Alabama's famous white sand beaches just head to the Gulf side of the Island

Ain't Life Grand also has a Crow's Nest on the top of the house with 360 degree views The large back deck overlooks the pool and private beach.

The house layout is a 3 bedroom/2 bath. The master has a connecting bathroom and queen bed. Guest room 1 also has a queen bed and guest room has 2 sets of bunk beds so 4 can sleep there. Both rooms have a shared bathroom with shower and bathtub. The house sleeps 8 comfortably. There are 3 tv's, one in the main room, one in the master and one in the bunk bed room.

Outside you have a huge deck around the pool, a hot and cold outdoor shower, access to the beach and on the front deck, the house is a gas grill for cooking your catch. Under the house is parking for you ca, the golf car and the sea kayak rack. Also included is a large drum fan for those warm days and a compressor to blow up floats and tubes. Please be aware the Wharf was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina and is not usable at this time.

You can charter most any size boat for fishing, cruising, dolphin watching, etc. And you can also rent boats at the Dauphin Island Marina.

Ain't Life Grand also includes all linens, Dish Satellite TV, and high speed internet. The kitchen is fully stocked with microwave, toaster, stove, pots, pans, blender, air fryer and even an ice cream maker.

You can rent a golf cart for your stay directly from the owners after booking for additional price. We upgraded the Golf Cart to a new 2023 Aerctic 6 passenger with a top speed of almost 27 mph! Great way to see the island and access the Gulf side.

The pool can also be heated to 90 degrees for an additional price, contact owner for more details.

Please do not print, sign and mail the contract to me. It is just an example of the contract for you to review. A week or so prior to your arrival, we will execute the contract via Docusign and will take care of heated pool/golf cart rental.

Finally, Hurricane Sally and Hurricane Zeta both did extensive damage to the house. We replaced almost everything, walls, ceilings, floors, much of the deck, insulation, subflooring, paint, etc.... It is basically like a new house! If you loved Aint Life Grand in the past, wait till you see it now!

Ask about our Snowbird winter multi week discounts!

Golf Cart rates-
March-October 675.00
November-February 500.00

Pool Heating Rates-
Sept-150.00
October-250.00
November-February-425.00
March-300.00
April-250.00
May 150.00

John

Property manager

John Pearson

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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 first aid kit
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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"ain't Life Grand" Private Beach Pool SEA Kayaks Golf Cart!

Frequently asked questions

How close is "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.4 mi (47-min drive) away from the Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! to the beach?

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

Does "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! to downtown Dauphin Island?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Dauphin Island.

"AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for family travel!

Perfect family home to gather with children and grandchildren for swimming, fishing, etc. Great views and peaceful environment!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best house by far!!

This is our second time in this house and we absolutely love it! Can’t wait to come back again!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break

John is an amazing host! He set the expectations before we arrived. The house was right on the water with plenty of water toys. The pool was wonderful but would have loved a few loungers for sun bathing. We are from the Midwest so we were not familiar with the area. John helped and his recommendations were great but we found taking the ferry to Fort Morgan and going to Publix was better for us than Greers grocery. Our kiddos have a few allergies and Publix had more choices. I feel the best part of this trip was how laidback it was and you have no choice but to disconnect and stay in the moment. Our kids loved the freedom of being able to explore while feeling safe. Thank You John & family!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herb S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had to come back again!

We liked this property so much last year and had to come back. The pool was perfect. We caught fish from the beach and in kayaks. John is an excellent host, I hope we can do it again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

This is a great location, on the sound side of the island less wind but all the sun. Great amenities, pool and gold cart are a must! The owner was very nice and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful trip

House was beautiful, clean, comfortable. Really enjoyed the go cart and highly recommend renting it. We had some issues with the pool heating and kayak but they were resolved very quickly. Communication with John was impressive and we are looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it

Loved the location and the house was perfect for cooking and feeling like home. Liked having a mini beach on the bay side for playing in the sand
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time!!

We really enjoyed our stay! The owners were very nice and checked in with us to make sure everything went well. The house was clean and just as advertised and the neighborhood was very quiet. This was our first stay on the gulf and couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana C.

Liked: Cleanliness

All-Inclusive

The property was just perfect for our family . The beach , pool and view were amazing ! You even had a view of the beach and bay from 2 of the bedrooms, which also had glass doors opening to the upper deck. The pictures can’t possibly do it justice.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Dwayman Y.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Fall Break Ever

The perfect beach house for children. Pool was wonderful, we had it heated, and the beach was literally 7 steps away. I would recommend adding the golf cart. We didn’t use our car the whole time. John was an amazing host with exceptional communication. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

First off, the owners are the most amazing, friendliest, and honest people. We had the most amazing trip and John made the whole process easy and stress free. The house was very clean and I just can’t put into words how stress free this trip was. During our stay we had the threat of a hurricane, and we didn’t even have to worry about that because John watched it hour by hour and assured us that he would let us know if there was even a doubt of our safety. He said he would refund us but thankfully, we didn’t get affected by the hurricane. I couldn’t recommend this place more!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica S., Tyrone georgia

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

Great location for fishing, crabbing, swimming and resting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic getaway

The property is perfect in location and beauty. It has all the amenities and more. I highly recommend this as your next beach vacation. It is a spacious home, well equipped for cooking in and the outdoor space is amazing. The pool is wonderful for coming home to after a day at the beach when you need to get away from the sand and heat. I also want to say that the owner looks out for your every need including any tropical storms that might head your way. He is all about your safety! We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet family time

This was a great way to slow down and just spend time with the family. There are not many distractions on the island. With less attractions we were able to just enjoy each other's company.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as good as the first time

Great place! Loved it so much the 1st time, we came back 2yrs later for another week. The owner reached out before and during our stay for updates, which I think is cool and the house remains in great shape. I took my kids kayaking every evening to catch the sunset in the sound and it was awesome. During our week stay, we had 2 pool visits for pH checks which made me feel better about both kids in the water almost all day. Beautiful location, well kept house and friendly owner. We are getting this house again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Life Was Grand!

Hi there! I wanted to comment on what a lovely week my two adult children and I had staying at "Ain't Life Grand!" We returned from Dauphin Island three days ago and are already looking forward to returning as soon as we can! The owner's of the property are top notch! They have thought of everything to welcome newcomers to the island and their home! The private beach on the bay and the chlorinated swimming pool were having the best of both worlds at our feet. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone. The photographs are accurate and depict the many amenities needed for a visit to DI. The golf cart rental option was fun to drive around the island. Thank you for a memorable visit! ownwers of the p
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R., Clarksville, TN 37010

Liked: Cleanliness

Just what we need!

We love this house so much, we come back every summer. It's SO EASY and relaxing to stay here- just what we need
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Lonely Family Vacation 2024

When we arrived the home was as very clean. The pool area was nice. The kitchen was stocked well with any item you should need for stay. My grandbabies have been kayaking but they loved it. And when we left this morning you could see dolphins out in the sound playing❤️
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family getaway!

This property was fabulous for a small family gathering with the grandchildren. Great accommodations, clean, open and airy, and child friendly. Lots of activities such as the beach, kayaks, pool and the golf cart.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M., Little Rock, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Best beach vacation

The property is even better than described. Beautiful views, quiet surroundings, private beach space and being close to everything the island offers! With the golf cart we drove our car twice and it was so convenient and easy. We will be booking our next stay very soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away from life for a few days

Wife &I slept late, watched pelicans & seagulls from porch, swam in heated pool, fished from private beach and public beach. Great time
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herb S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Life Doesn't get any more grand

Our family spent spring break '24 at Aint life Grand. The prior reviews are not exaggerated, this place is truly awesome! We loved the pool and having a beach in the back yard. The house was well equipped and meticulously clean. John made everything easy getting in and answered questions very quickly. We also had friends on the island that came over and couldn't believe how cool this property is. They all commented on the fantastic amenities as well as how clean and nice the house was kept up. The crows nest on the roof was also a favorite hangout for the sunsets. We hope to return in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break 2024

This is the perfect place to stay with kiddos. The kayaks and pool kept them busy most days. The sunsets are incredible and the golf cart was a fun add on. John is an exceptional host. He made sure everything was going good and any issue that arose, he would take care of immediately. We would stay again and again. In fact, we never wanted to leave it in the first place.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holidays on Dauphin Island

This property is decorated very nicely, which creates a warm, comfortable feeling. The decks are perfect for the beautiful views. Pool looked great although we didn’t use it mainly because of the weather. We celebrated Christmas and Thanksgiving with local and out of town family. The Host, John, even surprised us by setting up a Christmas tree which added to our Christmas spirit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023