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Escape to a tranquil island getaway at this Dauphin Island home, where beachy vibes and modern comforts blend seamlessly. Unwind in the gourmet kitchen with granite countertops or enjoy quality time on the large screened-in back porch overlooking Salt Creek.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Charming Island House - PRIVATE HEATED POOL! Great for birding!

  • MAX STAY 2 WEEKS. Contact before booking for possible exceptions or questions. Bookings of longer than 2 weeks will be cancelled.

    Is your week already booked? Check our our other listing 216921ha (sleeps 12 in gated community with neighborhood pool - weekly only)

    Please note that we are strictly animal free and smoke free, inside and outside.

    This island home is your perfect vacation getaway!. Our home is located a short walk (1/2 mile) or even shorter drive from the beach and fishing pier and the golf course is 1/2 mile away! It is just off the bike trail and Salt Creek playground. The home also backs up to Salt Creek, a quiet creek which is great for birding, fishing, or kayaking from the backyard!

    Furnished in the latest island style, this home features a gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances and granite countertops, and 3 bathrooms, one with dual shower heads and another with a deep soaking tub. Three bedrooms have direct bath access. The 4th bedroom upstairs has a tv and games., full size bed and two twin beds with Tuft and Needle mattresses. This room is most comfortable for up to 4 children or 3 adults due to bed sizes (2 twin and 1 full).

    The outside life is great on Dauphin Island, and you will enjoy the luxury of your own 12 x 20 heated (off season) fun pool. The entire large back porch is screened in so you can enjoy the outdoor life even more! Note that we do not charge extra for pool heating, and are not responsible if weather conditions or occasional mechanical issues prevent the pool from being warm (the pool is a heat pump and will not function in weather under about 50 degrees).

    We are located near the multi use bike path, bicycles are available to rent on the island, we do not provide bicycles.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking on premises including decks/porches

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • 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

  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 2,400 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash towels as you use them during the week. Last load can be in washer or dryer at departure. Please do not overload
Please clean grill if used and return all beach chairs, etc neatly in storage area below the house
Please keep an eye on the pool water level, leaving the short hose in the pool overnight as it is on a timer. Water must remain halfway up the intake box, please add water if needed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: All children count in the max 10 guests

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on premises including decks/porches

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 deadlock
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dauphin Island Beaches and Mobile Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Dauphin Island travel guide
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • A beach with a long stretch of sand and sparse vegetation, leading to the ocean under a sunset sky.
    Dauphin Island Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A wooden staircase leading up a grassy hill with trees and hanging moss.
    Indian Shell Mound Park
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach
    4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    75 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    18 min walk
  • Islanders Restaurant And Bar
    11 min walk
  • Chevron
    14 min walk
  • Island Rainbow
    15 min walk
  • Pirate's Bar & Grill
    11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming Island House - PRIVATE HEATED POOL! Great for birding! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Charming Island House - PRIVATE HEATED POOL! Great for birding! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Island House - PRIVATE HEATED POOL! Great for birding! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Island House - PRIVATE HEATED POOL! Great for birding! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Island House - PRIVATE HEATED POOL! Great for birding! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Island House - PRIVATE HEATED POOL! Great for birding! located?

This family-friendly Dauphin Island holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches, Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Dauphin Island Public Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Charming Island House - PRIVATE HEATED POOL! Great for birding! Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 159 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savannah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our family with young children. There was plenty of room for us all and they loved the pool. The owners were fantastic as well and very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie J.

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

Great place

Nice roomy house with a heated pool and a lot of extras that were very helpful with going to the beach and with little kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

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

Pool and Porches

We really enjoyed the porches morning and evening. And, the pool was such a great way to relax! Close to everything and room for our whole family. Perfect for our week in Dauphin Island!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

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

Lovely Getaway

We had all the amenities we needed. Everyone enjoyed their stay and we plan to go back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree R.

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

Wonderful

House is beautiful and love the location ❤️will definitely come back
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

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

AMAZING Beach Getaway! 🏖️

Our family had an amazing stay at this wonderful home. The home is centrally located and close to everything on Dauphin Island but secluded enough to be away from bustle of tourists. Overall: an amazing beach getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

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

Amazing Weekend

We had a wonderful time! This home was everything we needed, very well kept, clean , perfect location and communication was extremely pleasant. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Beautiful

The house was amazing. Very clean and the property was lovely
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARK H.

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

Hidden Jewel

What a wonderful house and property ! The location, the house , the pool is all wonderful !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amelia S.

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

Great stay!

This home was exactly as advertised. Close to everything this quiet island has to offer. Pool was fantastic! Store room was stocked with everything you could think of from bikes to beach equipment and everything in between! Ample towels, comfy beds and plenty of space for the 8 adults in our group. The homes built in ice maker was the cherry on top for this stay. It was so nice to not have to purchase ice and have plenty on hand for drinks and coolers! 10 out of 10 would recommend this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delta S.

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

Bachelorette Trip

The weather was beautiful and the island very quiet - perfect getaway for relaxing. Julie was very responsive to our questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cheryl s.

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

Family Fun

Great time at this lovely home. We really enjoyed having the pool as a break from the beach. The ping pong table and corn hole was nice to have too. I will miss my morning coffee on the front porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

A perfect stay

The house itself and location were perfect. We had an unforgettable stay and the recommendations were perfect. Being just minutes away from many different beaches was so great. The house had everything we needed. We ate at Skinners 2x during our stay. Had to give them a special mention. Farmers market, aquarium, bakery, gift shops, golfing and beaches everywhere. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Had an AMAZING WEEK!

The house was absolutely wonderful! Very clean and just as described. Pool was so nice to relax in at the end of day, loved the shelf at the end. Every morning I had breakfast on the screened in porch. We all spent quite a bit of time out there. Next time we're bringing kayaks for the creek behind the house! Thank you for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison N.

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

Well stocked, extremely comfortable and spacious!

I can’t say enough good things about the house and the hosts. The house is amazingly well stocked, especially for kids. Not having to drag all our baby gear down was so helpful. The beds are very comfortable with high quality sheets, there are so many spaces to be you never feel crowded and there is great space away from the neighbors. We much prefer the smaller, local, unhurried feel of Dauphin Island over the hurried, commercialized feel of Ft Morgan/Gulf Shores. Hosts are responsive and easy to work with. I’ve already recommended this place to friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Amazing property!

My family of six thoroughly enjoyed this house! The space was great and there were so many amenities, including lots of pool floaties and beach toys. The pool was definitely our favorite part! The trees surrounding the property made it feel very private and secluded, which was great. We all felt so comfortable here! When we had an issue with the oven not working, Julie was so easy to get a hold of and solved the problem quickly. The only thing I would add is towels for the pool. We drove so it wasn’t a big deal to bring our own, but if people are flying in, it might be more of a hassle to bring them along. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

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

Exceptional Home on Dauphin Island

We have never stayed in a property so well appointed before … every detail was seen to and well thought out. The kitchen was simply superb with every item imaginable available and in good supply. The same could be said for the entire house, inside and out/poolside. The dorm-style room upstairs proved perfect for the grandkids. The laundry was exceptionally handy. Closets and storage kept us easily organized. The owners were extremely accommodating, personable, and attentive … genuinely caring for our needs. We simply cannot recommend this home enough!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne P.

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

Our second stay at this home!

We have been renting homes on VRBO for over 20 years and we have had some great rentals. This is the first one we have stayed at for a second time- and we hope to come back again next year!! The house is absolutely perfect. It is spacious and has every amenity you can think of. The beds are super comfy- even for the one in our party who is pretty particular about such things! We have been staying in April and the water temperature in the pool is perfect! We are up and out daily as dawn breaks and we are usually heading to Shell Mounds to see what birds might be migrating through. Some days we are delayed as there are often some pretty amazing birds right there in our own yard! This year we had a bald eagle who would regularly come and sit in the pines. Some days he was just resting- other days he would come in with his catch of the day and we would have some really up close and personal views of him. The house is centrally located on the island-you can get anywhere in just a few minutes! We regularly got take out from various restaurants and would bring the food back to eat on the screened in porch so we could watch the wildlife while we ate. The yard is large and private and surrounded by woods and the brook in the back. Julie is the perfect hostess- if you ever have any questions- she responds immediately. I am so thankful we have found this home, it really is our slice our heaven get-away! Thank you so much for sharing your home!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great time in Dauphin island. House has everything you need and pool was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've stayed here multiple times and always loved it. House fits our family perfectly and the heated pool was so nice!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tatum P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Blue Heron and enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful, comfortable and well appointed with all the thoughtful amenities you could hope to have for a family with teens , young children and an infant! The property is in a gorgeous natural setting, and is exceptionally clean and well cared for. Julie is a thoughtful and attentive hostess! We loved every minute of our stay and hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very few shops. Hostwas very annoying with check out instructions.Informed us multiple times with same information.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Awesome house

This is our second time staying and we plan on being back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

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

Very inviting, loved the property..

Easy, very clean and lovely. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020