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Exterior
Property grounds
TV
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Aerial view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Dauphin Island, AL
  • Indian Shell Mound Park
    5 min walk
  • Dauphin Island Beaches
    4 min drive
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    4 min drive
  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    42 min drive

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About the area

Dauphin Island

Seaside stay .Stay at this Dauphin Island vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Indian Shell Mound Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches. Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium and Fort Gaines are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬3 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.

Unique Home in Dauphin Island's Maritime Forest - Stunning Home and Water Views

Unit 055 - Bough House. An extraordinary offering. Surrounded by woods, privacy abounds and the outside comes in for this unique, architect designed, Bauhaus style, exceptionally well maintained home nestled at the foot of a dune and overlooking the golf course! Enjoy the isolation and quiet of Dauphin Island's maritime forest on the east end while being located close to all beaches. Offering fabulous birding opportunities, this home has over 1000 square feet of outside space, including a wonderful covered lower deck and balcony and an upper balcony. Walls of windows look out to the dune and provide a lovely view of the golf course lake and Gulf from the upper balcony and dining area. Each room has its own direct access to the balconies. Ideal for two families with four bedrooms, including two master bedrooms, and four baths for 8 guests maximum. Sleeping accommodations include two queens, two sets of twin bunks, and an office area with premium sleeper sofa. Furniture includes pieces by iconic 20th century designers, including Eames, Corbusier, and Alto. Wireless internet. Flat screen tv's in every room with cable and a surround sound audio system. Top quality fixtures including Bosch dishwasher and JennAire stove. Exceptionally well equipped kitchen including hand made ceramics.

Things to know about our Dauphin Island Rentals:
All linens are provided
Charcoal grill provided
You must be at least 25 years old to rent

Additional Charges: Cleaning fee, 11% lodging tax, non-refundable reservation fee and damage waiver, optional travel insurance.

Saturday to Saturday reservations preferred during peak summer season.


Property manager

ACP Real Estate

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Unique Home in Dauphin Island's Maritime Forest
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Unique Home in Dauphin Island's Maritime Forest - Stunning Home and Water Views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark K., Jackson, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet, missing a few conveniences
House is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. Furnishings are danish modern, made for ease of cleaning, not for comfort. Beds listed as Queen are actually full size. Very well equipped kitchen. Bring your own laundry and dish detergent, soap, shampoo, and spices. Beaches are a short drive away. Lots of room inside. Key was left outside at rental agency for us to pick up. Keypad entry would be a great improvement. As pictured, house has lots of stairs. Wi-Fi doesn’t reach all rooms, no cell service (with att). We had a great time on the island, would love for the house to have been better managed. I called ACP with a few questions a week ahead of our stay during normal business hours, reached the answering service, never got a call back. (There were storms and flooding that week.)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unusual property!
This was definitely a new experience for us - from the style of the house to the setting and furnishings. Loved the spacious rooms, FABULOUSLY supplied kitchen and appliances, and great porch area! Would have liked a king sized bed (my hubby is a big man!), more comfortable furniture in the den, and although we had to park our boat on the street, it worked being in a quiet area. Overall we had a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome vacation
Great place to stay, close to the beach but have plenty of privacy. House was clean and well furnished/equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M., Lynchburg, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
This property has more than enough space for 8 people not to feel cramped up together. It’s very clean and stocked with every kitchen gadget you need for a great week at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house, great for 2 families
We enjoyed our stay, it’s great for 2 families as you share leaving space but have private bed and bathrooms. The multiple windows and tall trees makes you feel like you are in the forest.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome vaca
Great time with out of town family. We had teenagers, toddlers, couples and single adults and everyone enjoyed themselves. I usually frequent Gulf Shores for vacation but Dauphin Island was a breath of fresh air and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

garry b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
This was a perfect stay. I originally had family going but because of a storm warning everyone except I decided to cancel. The sounds are amazing and it is hidden behind the dunes which was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded and quaint
We stayed for a week and loved it. It is the perfect place for a big family.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

meredith c.

Liked: Cleanliness
clean but location is okay and water is a problem
we arrived and the property was confusing on the layout. family will be split so beware if you have young children. main bed is on 2nd floor along with the lr, dr, laundry. and main bedroom and an extra bedroom futon/study. other 2 bedrooms are on first floor where only beds and bath are. main floor is on second floor. this would not be suitable for younger children. main entrance would be the floor with only 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. scary for little kids. so layout was kind of strange. but worked okay with us. since my mom and 17 yr old daughter stayed on the first floor. no problems for us. might be for others with small children or if you have sneaky teenagers. rain came while we were there some of the island was flooded . this house was shin deep under the house and across the property. so get ready to wade the water to get to your vehicle. whole propery was under water. barely could figure out the driveway to get in and out. we had a truck so it was tolerable for us. but every exit for 3-4 days was wading through water to get to the truck. wouldn't stay here again but we made the best of it while we were on vacation. at least we were all together and plenty of rest.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
House in the woods
If you're a bird lover, the Audoban sanctuary is nearby, and part of it with a swamp is right at the end of this drive. Beautiful, modern house with huge windows into the woods.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Better than we could have imagined!
The Bough House is absolutely stunning! We found plenty of space to relax, play games, and read. The house is beautifully appointed with fine furnishings and art from the Modern Period, while at the same time being very welcoming and comfortable. The kitchen is fully-equipped for all the cooking a visitor would want to do. The house is ideally sited among large pine trees, with an exquisite and unexpected view of the setting sun. The beach is easily accessible. We hope to return soon!

8/10 Good

Marion L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Would book again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We had a wonderful week in this condo. It had more than expected for accommodations. The view was wonderful. We had 2 days of ac problems however I called ACP and they had someone out to fix it quickly. Great company to rent from as well as a perfect condo.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Joe E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House - ACP realty, not so much
The house is great. Well appointed - we were impressed in particular with all the kitchen supplies (dishware, cookware, etc.). There are a lot of stairs to traverse getting in/out of the house - but it has plenty of parking, and is maybe 10 min drive to the beach. The beach was really nice too - if you aren't familiar with Dauphin Island, it's got nice beaches. It doesn't have much to offer in terms of restaurants (or groceries) though. There were a few roaches in the house too - just a few, but they were big. Check in was kind of weird, in that we had to arrive specifically between 3 & 4 pm to pick up the key from the ACP office. It was really nearby, but since we were driving from Texas it was a bit of a concern to make sure we hit that 1 hour window. Fortunately traffic/construction/weather cooperated and we arrived on schedule - it's definitely way less convenient that the typical code or key box situation at rental properties. The 10am checkout was pretty early too, as most are 11am or noon, but that wasn't a problem. The last thing though, regarding ACP, was quite irritating. They submitted a very small charge to my card almost 2 weeks after the trip was completed (I paid in full prior to the rental, approximately 60x more than the extra charge that showed up). Then when I pointed out the error, they argued that a previous refund for over-payment was an outstanding balance... and charged the payment without contacting me first. When I reminded them that it was a line item showing refund and not an outstanding balance - and also threatened to dispute through Chase & file a formal complaint with the FTC - then they finally agreed. But not without a passive aggressive reply to imply I was petty for demanding the small correction. I already paid exponentially more for 2 nights - adding an extra tiny charge two weeks later without any correspondence is what's petty - and simply bad business practice in all reality. So, despite the fact that we really liked the house I won't be back. I'll visit Dauphin Island again for sure, but I won't give my business to ACP.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love!
Better than expected. Quiet, clean and spacious home. The only issue we had was the lower floor AC went out a couple days before we left and was still out when we left. Still giving this stay and home 5 stars. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House
We had an amazing time staying at this property on the island. It was nice and quiet and the scenery was amazing!! We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jake B., Dallas Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
What a nice retreat before the HUGE PAUSE!
Cleanest rental ever! Very accommodating! Hope to return someday soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

Very relaxing stay on Dauphin Island
The Bough House was a perfect choice for our family vacation at the Island this summer. Plenty of space for our family of 6; amenities galore and a comfortable, relaxing space for all of us to enjoy our laid back time on vacation. Thank you for hosting us at such a beautiful place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Beautiful home
We loved the home. It gave us a lot of space for our family. We will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018