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Located on the sand in Dauphin Island, The Krakens Delight offers a bright and spacious four-bedroom home. Enjoy colorful coastal design, updated amenities, and an expansive covered deck perfect for outdoor living. With central AC, free WiFi, and a private washer/dryer at your fingertips.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful beach house with Gulf views, covered deck, central AC, and free WiFi

The Krakens Delight

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Life is better at the beach - and this beautiful four-bedroom home in Dauphin Island is your ticket to prime beach living. Situated directly on the sand, you'll have paradise at your doorstep. The classic stilted home boasts a bright, spacious layout complete with colorful coastal design and updated amenities offering modern guest comfort. An expansive, covered deck comes furnished for outdoor living.

Sporting lofty ceilings and an open floor plan, the breezy living area welcomes at-home gatherings with friends and family. The island kitchen showcases gorgeous counters and a suite of sparkling, stainless steel appliances ready to handle homemade meals with ease. Grab a quick bite at the breakfast bar before hitting the beach and enjoy sit-down meals at the dining table set for eight. In-home essentials include central AC, free WiFi, and a private washer/dryer.

For convenience and privacy, all four bedrooms include smart TVs and en suite bathrooms. Two Gulf-side bedrooms feature direct deck access.

THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.
For an additional sleeping option, there’s a queen sofabed in the living room.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

81534

About the area

Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park, while Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are cultural highlights. Visit our Dauphin Island travel guide
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Alabama Aerial View
    Dauphin Island Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dauphin Island West Beach
    West End Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Aerial view of beach houses at Fort Morgan, Alabama
    Fort Morgan Beach
    57 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Fort Morgan which includes heritage elements and military items
    Fort Morgan
    57 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium
    16 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    13 min drive
  • Pelican Pub
    13 min drive
  • Chevron
    13 min drive
  • Pirate's Bar & Grill
    14 min drive
  • Capt'n Snappers
    14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful beach house with Gulf views, covered deck, central AC, and free WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful beach house with Gulf views, covered deck, central AC, and free WiFi?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful beach house with Gulf views, covered deck, central AC, and free WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful beach house with Gulf views, covered deck, central AC, and free WiFi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful beach house with Gulf views, covered deck, central AC, and free WiFi located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches and West End Beach. Dauphin Island Public Beach is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Candice A. M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Dauphin Island

Our stay was absolutely wonderful! The house had everything we needed with plenty of room. We'll definitely being staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kelsi F.

Absolutely loved our stay here. Incredibly clean, perfect views, quiet beach. Loved being able to...

Absolutely loved our stay here. Incredibly clean, perfect views, quiet beach. Loved being able to shut the door and seperate the bedrooms from the kitchen / living room area
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10/10 Excellent

Karrie J.

Great stay!

Your home was beautiful and we loved that all 4 bedrooms had their own private bathroom. The large deck overlooking the water was so relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cory C.

Great location

The home was very clean and well stocked. The view is unmatched and the beach access was perfect!
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10/10 Excellent

Terri C.

Perfect vacation spot

Location is perfect, layout of house works well for our family. Kitchen has everything we need to relax and enjoy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

Great layout

Everyone having their own bathroom is super nice. Awesome porch.

10/10 Excellent

barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great house

we had a great time. house was clean and well stocked.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kendra V.

Amazing house with beachfront views

Great location and view, loved the layout of the house and that each bedroom had its own bathroom. It was spacious and overall an awesome house.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darius W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

It was as described. Nice quiet family friendly place right on the beach. Will be our go to vacay spot at dauphin island. Absolutely beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Shawn R.

A week at Kracken’s Delight

Great family home environment (4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms). Loved the large open family area. Ceiling fans were great.
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10/10 Excellent

Renee and Billy M.

Beautiful!

First time visiting Dauphin Island! Loved being so close to the water. House was beautiful. It fit our family perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful oceanfront home!

This house is just lovely! The location is terrific and we enjoyed the views and being right on the water. The 4 bedrooms were perfect all with en-suite bathrooms and being separated from the main living area was great! We were very happy with our first visit to Dauphin island and would definitely choose this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

scott o.

The house right on the ocean is beautiful. The layout of the house is the best we’ve stayed in. T...

The house right on the ocean is beautiful. The layout of the house is the best we’ve stayed in. The back deck is so large and enjoyable. We had a few issues that come with any rental, but it was great for our family. Bring extra trash bags, paper towels, dishwasher and laundry pods.
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10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

Wonderful stay

The house is beautiful and spacious. The access to the beach is great and not crowded at all. Each bedroom having its own bath was the cherry on top! The AC works great and there were additional blankets in the closets for use however they could certainly use a wash. Bring your own beach towels and chairs. The white couch in the living room could use a deep clean but overall a comfortable living space!
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8/10 Good

Joyce H.

Fantastic home!

Loved having one bathroom per bedroom. What a luxury! The layout is great. Open concept living area. Huge back deck right on the water. Our favorite house so far on the beach. Bring a blanket as the bedrooms freeze while the living area is warm.
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10/10 Excellent

So close the crashing waves interrupt conversations!

So close to the water!! No need to bring shade for the beach! Set up under the house. We brought an umbrella, sail shade and a beach tent and ended up shading under the house. We brought and hung hammocks too. Great place to nap on a rainy day. Home and deck are great.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cristal C.

Blessed & Refreshed

OMgoodness! This place was amazing! We had 4 families join together for a family reunion vacation. We each had our own room with en-suite facilities! The family room & kitchen were huge. There were an abundance of board games to choose from, and a guaranteed sunrise & sunset view from the large deck. Beach access was right out our front door. A pod of dolphins swam by on our last day!! A perfect ending to a perfect stay!

8/10 Good

Christy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oceanfront Beauty

Ocean front 4 bedroom 4 bath. Beautiful house. Kitchen was very well stocked. Only 1 dish towel and 2 small rolls of paper towels were provided bring your own or buy on the island. Front Deck was fabulous! We loved having a dining table outside to enjoy the view at meals. The A/C is a little tricky an we froze for a couple nights. Views were excellent but beachfront is small as water was up to the house during our stay. Overall great stay! loved
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy J.

Krakens Delight - it was a delight!!!

We just spent 5 wonderful days in the Kraken Delight. The house has plenty of room for a large family. The kitchen was full stock with all of the dishes, pots/pans, coffee pot both a drip pot and a Keurig cup. The beds were comfortable. Large deck/balcony with beautiful views. We didn’t use our canopy, when we need shade under the house was a great place to hang out. The beach was great! You are just steps to the water. We will definitely book this house again!! Be sure to bring your beach chairs!

10/10 Excellent

Missy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place!

This is an Awesome Home! The layout is great - 4 suites with their own bathroom,and the bedrooms are away from the main area of the kitchen and living room which keeps the bedrooms quite. The Beds are very comfortable. The home was spotless. The cleanest Vrbo/Air B&B home we ever rented. There are new dishes/cups/pots in the home. And, they are really nice. The location is the best on the island. The home is right on the beach. Very quite location. Very pet friendly and my dog loved it there. The balcony is awesome and directly facing the Gulf. The management company is very professional. We will be back soon!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day family trip

Our second time at this property and it didn’t disappoint! Great location and well equipped for large families. One minor complaint was the air conditioner filter and grill were filthy. Could be why the front of the house had a hard time cooling. I reported the day after check in and was informed maintenance would come take care of it. Six days later it was never changed and I never received a call.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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6/10 Okay

Chandler R.

Location and privacy

The location of this home is superb. It’s a very quiet area with your own slice of beach. The house is set up well to allow privacy. However, there are roaches all over the house and even on the deck. At night we couldn’t enjoy the deck because all the roaches came out. It’s a shame because the house is very pretty and has so much potential. The furniture needs to be cleaned especially the white couch as it has what appears to be blood stains and there are a lot of spills that haven’t been cleaned up. I notified Vacasa immediately when we saw the roaches that included pictures. I was never able to speak to anyone via text, email or in person at the local office. Because of those things we ended up leaving early. We had high hopes but unfortunately we will not be back and hope that Vacasa takes care of the pest problem.
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4/10 Poor

Patsy W.

On Deck stay

It was clean. Great location. The kitchen left much to be desired. No proper cookware. Smallest skillet possible. Everything looked as if it came from a garage sale. Crock pot had leg missing. There was plenty of decent silverware at least. Had to fix toilet seat. Only one towel per person and 3 hand towels and one wash rag total for 10 people. If we had known we needed to furnish these, we would not have needed to make a trip to Walmart. Beds were not comfortable at all. All the pillows were flat and cheap. I don’t think just because the house is for sale, is a good reason for the poor stocking. We will not be staying here again.
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8/10 Good

Shawn R.

A week at Kracken’s Delight

Great family home environment (4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms). Loved the large open family area. Ceiling fans were great.
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8/10 Good

Shawn R.

Second time around

This was our second time to rent this property because it was perfect for the size of our family! We love being so close to the water and our grandbabies enjoyed the back deck. Hopefully see you next year.