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"Czech Mate", Steps From Sound & Gulf, Kayaks Included, Private Beach, West End

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Location

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8134.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill

Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
Place, West End Beach
Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

"Czech Mate", Steps From Sound & Gulf, Kayaks Included, Private Beach, West End

*We are now offering the use of our 2 kayaks year round for our renters during their stay. Enjoy watching the dolphins from the "Czech Mate", that has a private beach to the Mississippi Sound/Bay side! Our home is just a short walking distance to West End Beach. Enjoy picturesque views of the water (Gulf & Sound) from every window! This beautiful home has granite counter tops, tile flooring, crown molding, & an open floor plan. Relax on the back porch watching the wildlife & boats on the beautiful Bay side or from the front of the house by watching & hearing the Gulf of Mexico waves. Only steps to the beach of the Sound & to the Gulf. You can kayak in the Sound right behind the house. A bike path goes from the West End through town. You can bring your own bikes or rent one up the road. There are 4 bedrooms, sleeps 8 (3 queen beds, 2 twin beds, & 2 roll away cots). 2 bathrooms with the master bath having a walk-in & shower. Linens & towels are provided. The house has fiber internet. Pet friendly (limit of 2 dogs & non-refundable). Pet fee is $75 per dog if 2 dogs. $100 for one dog. No smoking is allowed. There are 5 tv's (1 in each bedroom & 1 in the great room with a DVD player). The t.v. in the great room is a smart t.v.. The dining table seats 6 & there are 4 bar stools at the breakfast bar. Amenities include: Outdoor shower, internet, dishes, utensils, electric griddle, crock pot, dishwasher, microwave, stove, oven, stainless steel refrigerator, coffee maker, washer/dryer, toaster, board games, books, dvd's, & charcoal grill under the house. The Mississippi Sound/Bay side has great fishing, & dolphins are often sighted from both the Gulf & the Sound. You can kick back & relax in the porch swing or rope swing under the house.

To access the Gulf beach, just walk a few steps across the road & you can set up a canopy tent, chairs, etc. This is free to do. For the Mississippi Sound/Bay side beach, just walk down the back steps of the house & you have your own private beach up to the Sound. West End Beach is also close to the house.

Please have your dogs on a flea & tick prevention medicine. Just for your information, the Town of Dauphin Island requires all dogs to be on a leash and properly secured when outdoors and also requires that dog waste from rental property yard, beaches and public areas be picked up and properly disposed of. We know you will enjoy our home as much as we do!

**** WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU PURCHASE TRIP INSURANCE FOR ANY ISSUE THAT MAY DELAY OR PREVENT YOU FROM COMING INCLUDING STORMS****

**During the months of the end of May, June & July, we require a minimum of 7 nights stay from Saturday to Saturday only.**

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

* All trash must be bagged & placed in trash bins under house before check out.

* All linens & towels must be placed in hall by washer & dryer prior to checkout.

* Place all dishes, cups, silverware, pans, etc. in the dishwasher and start prior to check out.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mobile Bay and Fort Morgan Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

Dauphin Island Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
West End Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Dauphin Island Public Beach - 11 min drive - 5.6 km
Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 17 min drive - 8.8 km
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 21 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
‪Pelican Pub - ‬15 min drive
‪Chevron - ‬14 min drive
‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬15 min drive
‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Czech Mate", Steps From Sound & Gulf, Kayaks Included, Private Beach, West End pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Czech Mate", Steps From Sound & Gulf, Kayaks Included, Private Beach, West End?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Czech Mate", Steps From Sound & Gulf, Kayaks Included, Private Beach, West End?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Czech Mate", Steps From Sound & Gulf, Kayaks Included, Private Beach, West End located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches and West End Beach. Dauphin Island Public Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

16 October 2025

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

What an awesome place to stay. We had everything we needed and enjoyed the beach access to both the gulf and the bay.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris r.

10 August 2025

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

We loved everything about your place. We felt it was clean and very homey. The pictures are better in person and would highly recommend staying here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki H.

13 July 2025

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

Grest stay!

The owners are easy to deal with and respond quickly to messages. The house is a good setup and a great location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joann B.

7 March 2025

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

Vacay

Great vacation

Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

17 March 2025

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

Great Vacation Spot

We had a great week!! This place is very roomy and clean and had everything we needed. We were in walking distance of the West beach and spent a lot of time there. We watched the dolphins one morning and went for a lot of walks. This is a great place to stay and we hope to come back some day!! Thank you so much for letting us stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rosie L.

25 May 2022

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

Wonderful Stay

Had a great trip Location is quiet and peaceful

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Savannah W.

30 June 2024

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

Great Vacation

We enjoyed the house and everything that was available. Only downside was due to the storm the road flooded and we couldn’t get out for several hours.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joann F.

18 March 2024

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

Perfect for us/dogs

Welcome surprise on opening the door. Have stayed at many locations with rentals and this was our best. Perfect location. Dog friendly. booked for next year already and Molly was a gem.

Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

12 November 2024

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

Always a wonderful stay!!

Owners are wonderful! We have stayed here multiple times and will continue to do so. Home is perfectly located on the bay side within a couple minutes walk to the west end beach. Just across the street is access to the gulf. Hurricane Milton was coming in while we were there so every day was a red flag day on the gulf. PLEASE OBEY THE FLAGS!!! You can also now access the west end beach from the bay side which is nice!

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasey T., Ellerslie, Ga

5 June 2022

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

Perfect!

By far the most relaxing vacation we have ever taken. The house was perfect, the location was perfect, and the quality family time was perfect. Highly recommend Czech Mate and we will definitely be back again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Herschel P.

5 October 2021

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

Perfect Family Getaway

I have stayed many places on Dauphin Island over the last 20 years and this by far ranks high on our list. The house was clean, location was spectacular, communication with owner responsive, very comfortable furnishings, and the small personal touches were felt by all. Thank You.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D., Springfield Louisana

30 September 2018

The house is in a perfect location and is beautiful.

This house is very well maintained. Furnishings are great! No detail was overlooked. Very well equipped in every way. We have stayed in many homes on the island and this one is the best by far.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kelli L.

5 June 2021

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

Serene

Gorgeous views of the the sea and the sound from every window and both porches. Serenity.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

24 May 2019

WOW!

We had a wonderful time staying in this home. The best part about this property is how private it is. The house was stocked with everything we needed. The bed was very comfortable as well. This was our 2nd time staying in Dauphin Island and was by far the best rental experience. The owners were quick to respond to messages/requests. We will definitely be staying here again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

18 June 2024

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

Absolutely beautiful! The location was perfect!

I can’t say enough great things about this location. The house was even nicer than the pictures. It was so easy to walk to either beach and made for a great vacation for our family. We typically went to the gulf side in the mornings and the sound side in the evenings to enjoy the beautiful sunsets. There were plenty of beach towels and bathroom towels. The beds were comfortable and the setup was great for our family. We also enjoyed the selection of board games. I can’t say enough great things! 10/10 recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Heather M.

27 November 2023

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Comfortable

Very comfortable, great kitchen and laundry facilities. Owners very good at communicating. There are 5 tvs and a DVD player in the family room, but if you want to use your streaming services bring a fire stick or a similar device. The wifi does support that- no annoying buffering or connection problems.Bay access great, beach access not quite as easy but doable. Would recommend 👍

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Des Moines, Ia; USA

16 February 2021

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Czech Mate is the best

Wow, we drove 1000 miles and were tired and cold from the freezing Midwest. Czech Mate totally exceeded our expectations. You could see both the channel and the Gulf from the property. The cleanliness was way above average, especially considering all of the sand on the island. The communication was incredible, timely, and helpful. And the sunrises and sunsets not only were beautiful, but you could kind of see both from the front porch, and you only had to walk a few minutes to see both with an unobstructed view. Might be my new favorite place, and I would love to stay with Czech Mate again!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawn R.

30 March 2024

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A little bit of Heaven

What a beautiful home. I just cannot say enough. It was immaculately clean, well-kept and ready for us as soon as we walked in the door. There was games and toys available for my kiddos along with gates for both the front and back decks so that they could go outside whenever they wanted to without risk falling down the steps. We were just steps away from the Gulf as well as the Sound, including our own little private oasis beach on the Sound side. Absolutely fantastic. There were clear instructions given for check-in and check-out along with details on the fridge in case we forgot anything. Communication was fantastic and any time I had a question I received an answer with no wait. I would highly recommend this property for anyone considering visiting this community. Thank you so much for allowing us to come into your home and to share this experience with my loved ones. We cannot wait to return!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ang A., St Louis, MO

8 June 2022

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Comfortable beach home

This beach house was spacious, with 2 bedrooms and a bath on either side of the open kitchen/family room, and quite clean and comfortable (especially the nice beds). Check-in was easy, and the owner provided details prior to arrival and responded quickly to questions during our stay. Plenty of dishware, kitchen supplies, games, books, and towels, including beach towels were provided. Hand soap and dish soap were available--bring detergent pods for the dishwasher. The beach across the street was disappointing, since there was limited space to put beach chairs and no where to walk with all the houses literally sitting in the ocean. However, beach access is close and it's easy to go back and forth. The house has a great location--just a few houses away and a quick walk to the nice public beach. Go early and there's no fee, and you can walk as far as you want with few people around. In addition, the sandy area on the bay is a lovely quiet place to relax and perhaps the best reason to choose this rental--that and it is pet friendly. Our little pup really liked relaxing on his mat on one of the home's porches or at the water's edge. Both porches have a good view and a clever gate to put at the top of the stairs if you need it for kids or pets.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H., Kansas City, MO USA

7 December 2021

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

Another perfect island visit!!

This was our 2nd time staying at the Czech Mate and we will certainly be back again! The house is very well stocked with dishes, pots/pans, and linens. Beds are very comfortable too! Communication with Molly and Cosette is always perfect and simple, which I appreciate. CenturyLink came out and upgraded the wi-fi while we were there and it is definitely an improvement from our first visit. Most importantly, we LOVE the location of this house!! If you don't want to walk on the beach, you can see the sunrise and the sunset from the front porch. Morning coffee on the front porch watching the dolphins in the Gulf is a daily treat. Watching the birds enjoy low tide from the back porch (bay side) is equally as tranquil. The house is so far west, there is no traffic and it is just simply the most peaceful place. If you are looking for a place to literally just GET AWAY, you have found it!! 100+ stars***** NOTE: There is a lot of construction happening on the island right now....some new construction, some hurricane repair, and also some sand moving equipment. Be aware there is a checkpoint in place at the West End to reduce traffic in order to give the big equipment room to work. Kelly and Ronnie Kansas City, MO

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Tiffany G.

7 July 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Home is in a great location. We enjoyed being able to alternate going to to bay or beach side. Lots of games available to play, kayaks to borrow, and roll a way beds. Sleeping arrangements accommodated our large family well. We had an issue with one shower having lots of mold and mildew but the washing machine was the biggest concern. The towels all smelled really bad when they became damp. This is probably because the door on the front loading machine wasn’t left open. We didn’t feel comfortable washing laundry in the machine with the mold all along the inside seal of the washer. The owners were quick to respond and sent someone to clean the shower and the standing water in the washing machine between the seal and tub; however, the mold couldn’t be removed without replacing the inside seal. This didn’t occur before we left so we weren’t able to wash anything. A washing machine/dryer is a big must for our large family when traveling on vacation so this was a disappointment. The owners are very responsive and did get the initial concerns addressed 3 days into our week long stay but that still didn’t allow us to wash laundry since the necessary repair wasn’t done. Other cleanliness issues included mold under the rims of sinks and in the kitchen sprayer as well as dirty skillets in cabinets. The pots/pans are needing replaced so they are difficult to clean when non stick coating has been scratched up. The home is in a nice location and maintained but housekeeping needs addressed

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick A.

8 October 2025

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

We had a very relaxing stay at Czech Mate. Everything was great!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria R.

1 October 2025

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When we entered Czech Mate it was even better than the photos! It’s very clean; decorated nicely; the temperature was set at 70 with the quiet ceiling fans going; beautiful views of the Gulf from the front windows and the Bay from the back windows and doors. The couch and loveseat were perfect for me to sit on while reading when it rained. My husband loved the recliner. The beds we slept in were comfortable; the ceiling fan in the Gulf side queen bedroom is quiet and positioned to keep the bed cool at night (so important to a woman of a certain age, lol!). I loved seeing the all the books although I was reading one already on my Kindle.The outside shower is located perfectly on the lower stairs, so you don’t have to walk in the sand again from under the house after using it. We were there 8 nights and had no issues at all - there were plenty of bath and kitchen towels; even beach towels although we’d brought our own; nice pots and pans and plenty of dishes and silverware. I appreciated the list of restaurants on the fridge with closed days noted. We LOVED being able to walk to the nice private beach on the Bay side (my and the dogs favorite). It was nice to enjoy the waves and view on the Gulf side also (thank you Molly for the map that eliminated confusion about where we could sit!). We kayaked one day and it was amazingly peaceful and beautiful paddling up to West Beach - we even saw 2 dolphins! Sitting in the swing under the house was nice too. Great house!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

matt a.

9 September 2025

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Very nice house and right on the beach. Host was very sweet and helpful. Place was very clean. Still having the post vacation blues having to leave Czech Mate. Dauphin Island was very relaxed when we went post labor day(perfect for us), but plenty to do for a 5 day stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshall M.

3 August 2025

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

We had an amazing time at Czech mate. Our group ranged from 4-40 and a great time was had by all. Nothing lacked at this property. Kids enjoyed all the games, kayaks and even caught blue crabs with the trap. The property was clean, and spacier than we anticipated. the bay side that the house backs up too was perfect for our group. We had the full beach experience without ever walking over to the gulf side. We even watched dolphins just past the oyster cages on several occasions. Fishing was also great for the kids. Only complaint is the trip went by too fast… would recommend 10/10

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Joe and Cosette Povlovich

Our family has been vacationing on beautiful Dauphin Island, Alabama for years. It is our peaceful sanctuary & we would start to dread to leave the island days before we had to go back to Tennessee. God has blessed us immensely by allowing us to finally have a permanent home on the island. Words cannot describe how thankful we are to our Lord for giving us this peace of heaven on such a picturesque island. The house was named “Czech Mate” due to our Czechoslovakian ancestry. From seeing dolphins to swimming in the waves of the gulf or bay or watching the beautiful sunsets in the evening (Dauphin Island is the Sunset Capital of Alabama), we cannot get enough of this amazing place. We know you will enjoy our home & incredible Dauphin Island as much as we do!!

Why they chose this property

Dauphin Island, Alabama is such a unique, quaint, beach town. We love the quietness of the island & the beauty & charm. We like that Dauphin Island is not overrun by tourist sites, but has many fun activities for all ages. We chose this location for it's closeness to the Gulf & the Bay/Mississippi Sound. We have the best of both worlds, with the Gulf & the Sound just steps from our home. We also have a private beach behind the house, & we love the West End of the island.

What makes this property unique

We wanted to see & hear the Gulf/Ocean waves from our home & the Mississippi Sound, so this was the absolute perfect place for us! It never gets old opening the curtains in the morning & seeing the fins of dolphins break the surface. The sunsets are beautiful from our location & the peace & tranquility of our area is a sanctuary to us.

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10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Jeff W.

10/10 Excellent

chris r.

chris r.

10/10 Excellent

Nicki H.

Grest stay!

Nicki H.

10/10 Excellent

Joann B.

Vacay

Joann B.

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Great Vacation Spot

Beth M.

8/10 Good

Rosie L.

Wonderful Stay

Rosie L.

10/10 Excellent

Savannah W.

Great Vacation

Savannah W.

10/10 Excellent

Joann F.

Perfect for us/dogs

Joann F.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Always a wonderful stay!!

Kelly H.

10/10 Excellent

Kasey T., Ellerslie, Ga

Perfect!