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Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach

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A two-story house with a covered porch and a staircase leading to the upper level.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A covered porch with wooden flooring, blue Adirondack chairs, and a view of the street.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a sign on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Dauphin Island Beaches
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach

Summary:

The Anchor Holds



The Space:

This stunning property is the perfect destination for your dream vacation, offering a serene and relaxing atmosphere with just a short walk to the pristine beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast! This coastal home offers easy access to a plethora of attractions and activities. Explore the island's natural beauty by visiting Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Audubon Bird Sanctuary, or historic Fort Gaines. Take a leisurely stroll along the beach, collect seashells, or indulge in water sports such as kayaking, fishing, or paddleboarding.



As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a spacious and tastefully decorated interior that exudes comfort and elegance. The open-concept living area is thoughtfully designed, seamlessly blending modern amenities with a charming coastal ambiance. A large TV and cozy seating provide the perfect setting for movie nights or catching up on your favorite shows. The fully equipped kitchen is a haven for culinary enthusiasts, complete with high-end appliances, ample counter space, and all the necessary cookware and utensils. Prepare delicious meals and gather around the dining table or the breakfast bar to enjoy them with your loved ones. For additional culinary options, there's also a gas grill.



The home features three well-appointed bedrooms, each designed with your utmost comfort in mind. The primary bedroom boasts ultra-plush sleeping arrangements, ensuring a restful night's sleep after a day of beachside adventures. The two additional bedrooms are equally inviting, both adorned with soft linens and central air. With two bathrooms, including one ensuite in the primary bedroom featuring a double vanity, walk-in shower, and separate soaking tub, there will be no shortage of convenience and privacy for you and your fellow guests.



Moreover, this dog-friendly property includes a small fenced-in area, providing a safe and secure space for your furry friends to roam and play freely during your stay.



Things to Know

Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.

Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.

All guests shall abide by the good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5126375vb
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
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

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is by the sea. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dauphin Island Beaches and Mobile Bay.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • West End Beach - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Fort Morgan - 54 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant And Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chevron - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach?

As of 3 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach on 31 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,420, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coastal dog-friendly home with grill, balcony, & patio - short walk to the beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of 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).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed ourselves immensely. Great location for walking to the beach and fishing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2026
Thank you, Kim, for sharing your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the location perfect for beach walks and fishing. It’s wonderful to know that you made the most of your time on Dauphin Island. At Avari, we strive to create a comfortable and enjoyable environment for our guests, and it’s rewarding to see that reflected in your visit. We would love to welcome you back for another memorable getaway whenever you're ready.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rod G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, simple and convenient. Everything needed for a short stay. Appreciate the pet friendly stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2026
Thank you, Rod, for sharing your experience with us. We're so glad to hear that you found the home clean, simple, and convenient for your short stay. It’s wonderful to know that you appreciated our pet-friendly approach, as we believe that every member of the family should feel welcome. We take pride in ensuring our homes are well-maintained and equipped with everything you need for a comfortable visit. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you and your furry friend back to Dauphin Island soon for another enjoyable getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kellie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay. The house was perfect for our family of 6 and our fur babies. We are already planning a trip back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tom w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beds were very comfy. This was great for our 3 dogs. The master bath was awesome. Nicely decorated. Easy to access.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miko M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is super clean, spacious, and conveniently located close to the beach. Check in and check out were a breeze. The primary bedroom and bathroom are huge! The kitchen layout was convenient and we really liked having a washer/dryer to keep clothes and towels clean. Great dog-friendly and kid-friendly space!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Family trip

Everything was perfect, we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leesa P.

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

Beautiful Home

Great house. We had a very good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samuel Y.

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

Annual trip

Great time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Nice stay

It was a nice place that accommodated my family’s needs. It was clean with a nice kitchen set up.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Meg P.

Very clean & bright house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Great location

Home was impeccably clean and well supplied. Master bathroom is huge! Quiet and convenient location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frances W.

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

Dog friendly

Enjoyed our stay! Very dog friendly and accommodating. House was very clean and nice . Only wish there would have been some seating under the house while grilling.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Perfect little family getaway

It was a weekend trip for my mom, my sister and myself, and our 4 kids. The bunk room was perfect for the kids. Plenty of space, clean, good communication. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emilee W.

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

Walker Family Vaca

Beautiful house, very clean. Wonderful location in a quiet little neighborhood. Westend beach is close, restaurants and icecream was close. Don't pass this one up 10/10 recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachael S.

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

Beautiful home

Wonderful home! Short distance to the beach. A great place to relax and reset.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne L.

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

Our Wedding Weekend

The property was absolutely perfect for our guests. We got married at another home on the island and this house was better than my expectations! Everyone was comfortable and relaxed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Woodie L.

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

2024 Vacation

We Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany F.

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

Loved it!

The house was same as advertised and we loved it! We will book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

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

Beautiful New Dauphin Island Home

Very nice new rental. Everything you need to just walk in and be Home. Loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tracy S.

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

Nice stay

We enjoyed our stay at The Anchor Holds. It was spacious and convenient to everything we wanted to do. There were only 2 wash clothes in the entire house and the kitchen didn’t have oils, salt/pepper or condiments so bring that with you. The master bathroom was amazing and the fenced in dog area was helpful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2023
Tracy, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are glad you enjoyed our lovely home. We are sorry for any misunderstandings you experienced regarding the supplies provided in our home. We do provide starter packs of paper products and detergents, and anything required beyond what is provided is the responsibility of the guests. We hope to have the opportunity to better impress you in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kadie G.

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

Dean and Lunn

We loved the place and location. We lucked out with amazing weather - I’d rent again here. Our only suggestions are a coffee table and maybe little better layout with the tv room furniture.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seol L.

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

Perfect getaway for our doggy beach trip!

House was perfect for our doggy beach trip! Grateful to find a location that was accomodating with our fur babies. Reps answered all of our questions in a timely manner and check-in/out was very easy. Location is perfect, quick 5 min walk across the street to the beach and a quick drive to the local restaurants. Inside the house, we had everything we needed from kitchen appliances, washer/dryer, and an outdoor shower. I would definitely recommend to any group!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kurth B.

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

A solid choice

This is a well appointed, spacious house that delivered on many levels. Plenty of room, very clean, and the beds were quite comfortable - they didn't skimp on the mattresses. Kudos for the outdoor shower and foot wash, as well as the Adirondack chairs on the deck. Another big plus were the parking passes for the four beach lots west of the place, allowing us easy access to beautiful sand beaches without many people. Only reason it is not a 5 is because, first, there weren't any kitchen expected, like salt and pepper, Ziploc bags, foil, or even a broom, and second, as a house on an island, the lack of beach accessories, like chairs, towels, umbrella, and the like. Those little touches are what makes a location a 5 in my book.You will not regret booking here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richie K.

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

Grandson’s Spring Break

The property was ah-mazing‼ Just as listed. Only issue was that we needed attention to two matters in the house. Loose bunkbeds and TV unable to be plugged in. After several attempts and promises to have someone come and fix these matters, no one ever showed up as promised. That in itself was a major “no no” for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ashley H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Vacasa is the rental agency and they provide horrible customer service and follow up. We arrived on a Sunday and our refrigerator wasn’t working. Didn’t notice that until after we lost all of our groceries. It took until Friday before they even sent out someone to assess the problem. Definitely will not rent with them again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2025
Hi, Ashley, thank you for your review, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We sincerely apologize for any disconnect in the care you received when communicating with our team and appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We welcome your feedback as a means to improve and will be sure to follow up with the appropriate parties regarding your experience. We hope to have the opportunity to better impress you in the future!

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