See all properties
Entire home

Coastal Gem on the Sand With Large Deck, Ocean Views, Free WiFi & Private Hot Tub

Photo gallery for Coastal Gem on the Sand With Large Deck, Ocean Views, Free WiFi & Private Hot Tub

Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Beach
Beach
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18281.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
AU$1,460
avg per night

Explore the area

View map
Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

+2
6 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
The current price is AU$1,460
avg per night

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

8_pool deck 1
NEW! "Days Like This" 5/5, Private POOL, Sleeps 14, Easy Gulf Beach Access
  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 2 reviews
The price is AU$746
avg per night
13 May - 16 May
NEW! "Days Like This" 5/5, Private POOL, Sleeps 14, Easy Gulf Beach Access

About the area

Dauphin Island

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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
View more Holiday homes in Dauphin IslandOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park - 55 min drive - 81.3 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 56 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Fort Morgan - 56 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Coastal Gem on the Sand With Large Deck, Ocean Views, Free WiFi & Private Hot Tub

Summary:

Doctor's Orders



The Space:

Don't worry about commutes to the beach at this getaway because you will already be on the beach! Simply step off of the back deck and you will get your fill of sandy toes and crashing waves in no time or soak in bliss in the brand new seven-person hot tub. The beach fun won't stop when you head inside, as the interior is filled with coastal decor, natural light, and views of the water from nearly every room. Entertaining the whole gang will be easy with the open layout of the full kitchen, breakfast nook, dining area, and living room, as everyone can choose their own favorite place to kick back and visit with loved ones. The culinary inclined guests will love hopping into the full kitchen with all of the utensils and appliances of home including two fridges, a coffee maker, and an electric stovetop, and the kids will love giggling at the breakfast bar. Plus, there will be no need to worry about sandy suits, as the private washer and dryer will allow everyone to pack light!



After watching the last light of day disappear each night, everyone can retire to their own space with five spacious bedrooms awaiting to assist in a good night's rest. The adults in the group will love claiming one of the three bedrooms with king beds, as each has an attached full bathroom. The other two bedrooms will be great for the kids, as one offers two queen beds and a twin, and the other will make for the best sleepovers with three sets of twin-over-twin bunks!



What's nearby:

You will obviously have no lack of beach fun right at your fingertips, so pack a picnic to bring down to the sand and spend all day soaking up the sunshine as the kiddos build sandcastles nearby. When you want to explore the area a bit, head three miles east to the heart of town and check out the local restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores. The far side of the island is home to The Estuarium at Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Fort Gaines, and fairy rides that will bring you over to the Fort Morgan State Historic Site in no time!



Things to know:

High-speed WiFi

Oceanfront

Private hot tub

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Beach view

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

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
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Gem on the Sand With Large Deck, Ocean Views, Free WiFi & Private Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Coastal Gem on the Sand With Large Deck, Ocean Views, Free WiFi & Private Hot Tub?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coastal Gem on the Sand With Large Deck, Ocean Views, Free WiFi & Private Hot Tub on 21 May 2026 start from AU$1,460, 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 Gem on the Sand With Large Deck, Ocean Views, Free WiFi & Private Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Gem on the Sand With Large Deck, Ocean Views, Free WiFi & Private Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Gem on the Sand With Large Deck, Ocean Views, Free WiFi & Private Hot Tub located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches, Dauphin Island Public Beach and West End Beach. East End Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Coastal Gem on the Sand With Large Deck, Ocean Views, Free WiFi & Private Hot Tub Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great house! The beach was the perfect distance for the kiddos to play on the beach and parents to watch from the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Loved the location and was perfect for our family. Only issues was the wifi not working the first day and living room tv never working. Which was not much of an issue since we stayed out at the beach the whole time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Nice house.

Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Awesome property

Will be staying there again
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Fabulous family escape

Great location that offered a nice private beach and well appointed home.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Family vacation

Had a GREAT family vacation with the kids and grandkids. The house was prefect! And right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Selma B.

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

Family time

We had a great stay! House was perfect for us. Good weather and water all week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Awsome property

Everything was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kendra M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, this house was very nice and spacious. It has a beautiful beach/ocean view. Very family friendly. The house was overall fairly clean, aside from some mold around the vents in each of the bathrooms. The hot tub didn't work when we got there (which we were unaware of), but they did get it fixed while we were there. The amenities listed spices, but all that was there was salt and pepper and those were difficult to find. The wi-fi was very spotty and often didn't work. While we didn't use the tvs often, we did use them for some downtime in the evenings for the kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki W.

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

Relaxing get away

House is in a great spot, beach is nice and not crowded. The house is well stocked with bedding and towels and kitchen amenities and very comfortable to enjoy the living area, deck or hot tub.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy G.

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

Great vacation.

We enjoyed our vacation. I did send a couple of comments to the property manager that I do hope are addressed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby M.

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

Great Vacstion

Our stay was remarkable. The house had everything we needed. The only thing that we feel needs some work is the bathroom off the bunk room. It could use some updating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni C.

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

Winter beach trip

Doctor’s Orders is an outstanding rental. Beautiful, comfortable, roomy, well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family trip

We had a wonderful time there with our teenage children, young adult children, and our parents(the grand parents) we had plenty of room! It was clean and well stocked with anything you need in the kitchen. I would 100% go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reid S.

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

Amazing beach house

We absolutely loved our stay. The location was absolutely perfect. We were able to hang out in the beach everyday with no other people around us. The house was perfect for a big group. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone. We all loved it! The kitchen was also very well equipped for any type of meal! Would 10 out of 10 recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first Family Beach Trip was a great success thanks to the ease and accessibility of the Doctor’s Orders. It is perfect for families, especially with young children. Of the 29 VRBOs we’ve stayed in around the globe; this one, by far, was the most well appointed. From theTWO refrigerators & 4 freezers (!)Shrimp boil potsPlenty of Kids plates, bowls & utensilsTupperwareA CoolerTONS of beach toys and shovelsFancy Hair products in the showerNew washer and dryerand even a butter dish!They have a Starter Kit but you’d need to bring:- [ ] Hair dryer (not that you’ll use it - Beach Hair, Don’t Care - [ ] Scissors - [ ] Ziplock bags- [ ] Dish and laundry detergent - [ ] Aluminum foil for baking - [ ] Paper towels- [ ] Napkins- [ ] Paper plates- [ ] ICE!As you can see, we’ve already made notes for our next trip
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

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

Great Place as Advertised

Great place for surf fishing and/or easy beach access. Includes some nice amenities that you don't always think of including an extremely well stocked Kitchen (e.g., cast iron skillets, frying equipment, cookie sheets galore, etc...), Weber five burner propane grill on deck, back-up propane tanks, three large refrigerator/freezers and one small freezer chest. Hot tub worked perfectly while we were there and was used much more than I expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

Family Tradition

This was our 3rd time to Dauphin Island with our 2 daughters their husbands and children. Our first time to this property and we were not disappointed in anyway. The location, beach space, abundance of beach toys made it great for the 5 grandsons. The kitchen is well staffed and the house with plenty of bedrooms for all to spread out. The deck and furniture were a great place to spend time when not on the beach. The hot tub was a big plus as well. The property was everything we needed so we booked it again before we left!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy A.

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

What a Great House!

ItT was just my husband and I staying at the house for my 50th birthday as I was really sold on the master bedroom with direct Gulf views. But boy could this be a great place for getting the whole family and/or friends together for a large group trip. PLENTY of space, GREAT views, the deck was fantastic, close to everything and you couldn't beat sitting in the hot tub at night overlooking the water. Would definitely rent here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Great Tennis Trip at the Beach

It was a great house for us to rent, the house had so much room and lots of kitchenware and fridge space. The hot tub was nice to have on a chilly night. When we got there it was dark and we drove a little too far under the house, we got stuck in the sand but Vacasa was kind enough to pull us out. The porch had lots of really nice chairs to sit in or lounge in. Overall great place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family dream house

Great rooms for large family. Loved being so close on the beach. Disappointed that we were not able to use elevator as one reason I booked this property as family member recently had surgery and I am elderly. Please remove from the amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany O.

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

Wonderful Large Family Vacation

This property was exactly as pictured and described! We absolutely loved every aspect of this house from location (right on the beach), amenities, and cleanliness! There was plenty of space for all 17 of us to spread out, and for the kids to play together. The back deck was awesome! We could sit under the covered porch while it rained, and sit on the uncovered sections if we wanted some sun. The property had plenty of beach chairs and chairs on the back deck, as well. We definitely will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

This beach house is perfect

We had the best time playing at the beach right down from the deck. Older family members got to watch the kids play from the comfort of the deck. The house was very nice and clean. This was our 1st time going to dauphin island and it was awesome. Not overcrowded and very family oriented. There are a few suggestions I have for this home: better softer sheets, comfier beds and the rug in the living room slid very easily and almost caused some falls for grandparents. Would recommend and will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Best ever!

My family and friends have been spending a week at the beach for the last six years! This house is set up perfectly for our family.. Plenty of room, kitchen is fully stocked with any appliance. We were blown away by the deck and very nice deck furniture! This house is what our family has everything my family has been looking for! Quiet and we had the beachfront view. Toys were there for my grandkids. Making reservations for next trip! Definitely be back’
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

John D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very roomy and comfortably fit 10 adults and 4 children. The kitchen is fully stocked and found ourselves needing nothing in order to cook for our large family. The additional fridge and standing freezer was a nice addition as well. By far the most comfortable patio furniture I’ve seen while staying at any beach house. Just know, the only thing you’ll need when you stay here is toilet paper, trash bags, and paper towels. There were some concerns though: mainly there was a musty smell from the kitchen cabinets of high moisture along with black mold around the A/C vents in two, maybe 3 of the bedrooms which may have caused a few of our guests with some respiratory problems during our stay. The hot tub filter cover was broken and held on by tape which had to keep being reset. The step towards the bottom of the staircase wasn’t secured which made my MIL fall, luckily nothing which caused injury. One of the doors to the laundry rooms handle was broken and a few minor other things that should have just already been fixed. Over all, it’s a very nice place but maybe the upkeep side of the house has been neglected too long. In my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025