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Surrounded by Beaches-Bay or Gulf Side. 5 Bedroom, 3 Baths, A Lot of Deck Space!

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with hot tub

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Living area
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14267.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace

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Dauphin Island,, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Surrounded by Beaches-Bay or Gulf Side. 5 Bedroom, 3 Baths, A Lot of Deck Space!

Looking for a quiet and family friendly beach vacation rental?

Look no further! SURVIVOR HAS IT ALL!!!!

“Survivor” appropriately named for its ability to withstand a devastating hurricane has all the comforts of home and more! With five bedrooms and three baths this luxurious beach retreat easily sleeps 14 in its 2,880 ft. of living space! Survivor is perfect for a quiet family vacation, multi-family trips, and even has enough room for the in-laws! Survivor boasts a GREAT kitchen, plenty of space to relax, 2,000 ft. of enormous deck space, beautiful sunsets, and a large beach to enjoy!

Survivor is located directly ON THE WATER! The calm and relaxing Mississippi Sound is only footsteps away from the back of the house and the more active Gulf of Mexico just several hundred feet from the front of the house. You really get the best of both worlds with Survivor! Most prefer the backyard beach with its white sandy beaches, calm, cool, and shallow waters! It’s perfect for families with kids and is ideal for swimming and relaxing without having to worry about strong currents, waves, or rip tides. There is a small wetland pond occasionally refreshed by the high tides ideal for catching bait! You can even beach a small boat or Jet Ski right in your own back yard! However if you are in the mood for more active water simply walk across the street to the Gulf side and boogie board, skim board, or body surf in the Gulf of Mexico’s mighty waves!

Survivor features a spacious living room with 12’ ceilings, flat screen TV's, DVD's, surround sound, stereo system, and gas fireplace serves as the perfect place to entertain large crowds, view the remarkable sunset, or simply relax with the family. Finding somewhere to sit and eat won’t be a problem in Survivor, there is a custom built dining table that seats ten and bar seats four! Renters love the kitchen! Our fully loaded kitchen houses coffee maker, toaster, blender, microwave, oven, flat surface stove, assorted pots and pans, silver wear, walk in pantry, dishwasher, plates, cups, and many more!

Five spacious bedrooms serve as the perfect place to for crash for the night and lounge about in the morning. Upstairs bedrooms are equipped with deluxe bedding, large walk in closets, TV, and plenty of space to blow up an airbed or set up a cot! The two master bedrooms have access to the upper deck perfect for watching the sunrise or set. Each upstairs bath has its own coffee maker, no need to worry about waking up anyone downstairs!!! Jack and Jill bathrooms connect the four bedrooms upstairs, with an exquisite inside Jacuzzi on one side!

2,000 sq. ft. of deck space encompasses the back of the house. The decks are partially shaded for relaxing and lounging and the other part is ideal for sunning, viewing sunsets, grilling out, and tanning. Partially shaded deck features a large outside dining table perfect for eating dinner outside. Back decks feature lounge chairs, and charcoal and gas grills!

Downstairs features a storage room perfect for storing sand toys and beach chairs, umbrellas, and ice chests. Ice machine located in the storage room, along hammock, and assorted beach toys! Outdoor shower located underneath the house ideal for washing off sandy feet! Boardwalk leads from outdoor shower to back stairs. Comfy wood swing is also located downstairs! Parking for cars under the shade of the house.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN TOLIET PAPER, PAPER TOWELS AND HAND SOAP.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary. 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 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • West End Beach - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 11 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Surrounded by Beaches-Bay or Gulf Side. 5 Bedroom, 3 Baths, A Lot of Deck Space! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Surrounded by Beaches-Bay or Gulf Side. 5 Bedroom, 3 Baths, A Lot of Deck Space!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Surrounded by Beaches-Bay or Gulf Side. 5 Bedroom, 3 Baths, A Lot of Deck Space!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surrounded by Beaches-Bay or Gulf Side. 5 Bedroom, 3 Baths, A Lot of Deck Space!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Surrounded by Beaches-Bay or Gulf Side. 5 Bedroom, 3 Baths, A Lot of Deck Space! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches, Dauphin Island Public Beach and West End Beach. Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Family vacation

House was wonderful and just as listed. Kitchen was well equipped with anything you could possibly need.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittney A.

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

Birthday gathering

It was a very comfortable home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray P.

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

Great Home!

The house had plenty of room for the seven of us. It was in a great location. The check in process was easy. Great communication with the owner. The home had everything we needed during our stay. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S., Washington, Ill., USA

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

Family vacation

We found this property to be perfect for our vacation. It was spacious, in a good location for both the Gulf and the Bay, and the beach wagon with umbrella, chairs and toys were appreciated. Carol responded to all my emails quickly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyne W.

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

Gorgeous house and Carol was so helpful!

We had so much fun at this vacation house! We absolutely loved our time at Dauphin Island! The house was beautiful and plenty of room! Thank you Carol for all your help! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

mitzi m.

Great Weekend

The weekend was awesome and the house accommodating for our group. It could have been a little cleaner when we arrived - there was a large group there before us and we found food under furniture, but nothing we couldn't take care of! The views were wonderful and although we had a storm that rocked the house at 3:00 AM, we were safe and snug inside! Thanks to our hosts for allowing us to check in early and enjoy your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rori C.

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

Great Family Beach Vacation

The house was perfect for our 12 family members. Lots of room to spread out and for kids to play, but private enough if you needed quiet time. The pace on the island was just what we were looking for in a beach getaway. The access to the calm waters of the sound was perfect for our little kids and the ocean was just a quick walk across the street for boogie boarding, shell hunting and night time fishing. Carol is a great host and was very attentive to any questions we had. We will definately book this house again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Tammy C.

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

Perfect House for our family

We loved our stay at the Survivor! The house was perfect for our family of 13! The kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans, etc. for preparing big meals. The shallow water on the sound was great for swimming, floating, and paddle boarding. The Gulf of Mexico was just a short walk away. All the provided beach toys, floats, and beach wagon came in handy. The ice machine was an added bonus. Loved watching the sunrise & sunset from the deck. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki T.

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

Space for all

Our stay at Survivor was interrupted by a TERRIBLE storm. Lost electricity for 10 hours, but Carol and Ed checked on us continually, offering service of any kind we needed. The house has so much space that our family vacation of 6 adults and 1 infant had space to share and space to be alone. The sunset from the deck was beautiful. (and we got to watch dolphins play :) ) The proximity of the ocean (across the street) perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay and Rachelle B., St Louis, MO

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

Great property, wonderful vacation

Our large family had an amazing time staying in Dauphin Island. Ed and Carol were very responsive to emails and the property was as described. The walk to the gulf beach was short the provided cart was awesome! Also the back yard beach and water were awesome for the kids, there was enough space for us to set up a volleyball net and had a lot of fun playing that in the evenings. The industrial ice machine was an amazing benefit, and there were many beach chairs and toys provided. Also had an awesome grill and fire pit that we enjoyed a lot! The only problem we encountered was the cleanliness of the property could have been better. There were tenants the same day as us so I know there was a short turnaround time but we might suggest having an additional person or two cleaning so that detail work doesn’t get overlooked. There was sugar all around the counter canister with ants there and in the pantry that we had to spray for. I’d also suggest updating some things like bedding/pillows for comfort as well as maybe improved functioning televisions in a couple of the bedrooms. The porch also had some loose boards and protruding nails that could use some attention. Overall we loved the house, the location, and all of the added amenities it provided. Great value for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. I just didn't realize I booked on the bay side. With kids it's better with the larger beach on the ocean side.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the house, the stairs were a bit much for some of our family. There was no air fryer, but all and all it was a well equipment house with beautiful views. And my grand children loved all the beach toys. I'd definitely rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Great Family Vacation

Easy check-in process, well-stocked kitchen, very clean, beautiful views, and owner was very prompt and responsive for a couple of minor issues during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is gorgeous The owner was very friendly prompt responses if I had any questions!! Met & EXCEEDED my expectations
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zarth F.

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

Second Stay Just as Amazing – Perfect for Families, Fishing, and Beach Fun!

This was our second stay at this fantastic property, and it won’t be our last. The house is packed with thoughtful amenities that go far beyond the standard rental. The kitchen is especially impressive – it’s fully equipped with everything from a gas burner for a shrimp boil, ceramic charcoal and gas grills, to a fryer, two coffee makers (drip and Keurig), electric can opener, spider utensils, spices, toaster, and an abundance of plates, cups, bowls, and cookware. Perfect for cooking meals for a large group!There are tons of extras that made our beach vacation so much easier and more fun: ice maker (what a life saver!!), gorilla cart (another life saver), beach toys, floaties, beach chairs, umbrellas, bikes, a cooler, and even baby gear for the house or the beach if you need it. The location is ideal – you can fish or relax at the bay just steps away, or head to the public beach. We brought kayaks and launching from the bay was a breeze.Pro tips for future guests: bring your own sharp knives, pantry items, sugar, salt, spices, a nonstick skillet, extra cutting boards, storage containers, and personal coolers/bag coolers for beach days. If you plan to fish, don’t forget your gear and sand spikes. Rent a golf cart and get a parking pass.Carol is an exceptional host – incredibly responsive and proactive about communication. She genuinely cares about her guests’ experiences.We’re so grateful to have found this gem – can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny F.

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

Beautiful Bayside Getaway!!

We had a wonderful family vacation at this property. Plenty of room, great communication with the hostand the listing was very accurate! Bonuses were the ice machine downstairs, a storage room filled with beach stuff, wagon, and everything you need and we lived being able to walk out to the bay and play all day! We will definitely look to book again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice home ,great location to bay and gulf.well stocked kitchen,comfortable furnishings
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie j.

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

Great property!

Our party, which included three couples, thoroughly enjoyed this house! The beds are super comfortable and the bedrooms are roomy and the living room and kitchen areas are also roomy and welcoming. And best of all this house has a huge and well-appointed deck that looks out on the bay--great places for morning coffee and for afternoon happy hours.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Ryan C.

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

House on the bay

Lovely property with adaquate space right on the bay side. Communication was great with the host. I would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jarrod R.

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

Good Vacation House on Dauphin Island

My family and I enjoyed our stay on Dauphin Island. This house is a good size, and the beach is quite pleasant. The jacuzzi tub is nice as is the egg ceramic grill. The hosts are sweet and easy to work with. Be sure to bring your own laundry detergent and dish soap. Also, note that the docks belong to neighbors. And we recommend bug spray for the determined mosquitos!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

Wonderful Bay Front house

We loved our stay at Survivor this past week! The house was in a great location, not far from the beach. The house was spacious and comfortable. The furnishings could be updated, but overall a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alvin W.

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

Great place with dated furni

Loved the location and the house. Furnishings are a bit worn but still enjoyed our stay a lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas G. L.

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

Yearly family vacation to Dauphin Island

We had so much room. We were impressed that the house was well stocked kitchen, utensils bathrooms had plenty of towels and beach towels, humongous ice maker and overflow of beach toys. The owner helped us with every tiny problem. We had to leave 2 days early because of a death. We were well pleased!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

April B.

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

Family Beach Vacation

We had a great time during our stay at this property. The bedroom set up is spacious and worked well for us, along with the large dining room table which hosted may laughs! The location on the Sounds Side was perfect for our family with 2 younger children. Location is great for also walking a short distance to access the gulf side of the island. The beach toys and umbrella were a fantastic and appreciated extra! We had a really wonderful stay and made a lifetime of memories for my family. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

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

Family Vacation

This house was so amazing! My family of 9 had the best time! We made so many memories that will be talked about and great laughs and stories for years to come
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Carol Haas

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I currently live in Mobile, Al. I am a teacher and I have always loved the ocean! My whole family likes to fish and I could not think of a better place to do that besides Dauphin Island. Another one of my favorite things to do is walk down the beach and hear the waves in this peace and calm environment. Dauphin Island is a quiet, family beach and does not have a lot of loud partying going on. The houses are spread apart enough to remedy that situation.
I like living only forty minutes away so that I can use this spacious house when it is not rented. It is also convenient to take care of maintenance problems if they occur. Maybe one day when I retire I will be able to use my dream house more often. I have seen many couples start their marriage by renting this house for their ceremony. I tell them their marriage must survive since the name of the house is "Survivor"!



Why they chose this property

This property has two master bedrooms with Jack-n-Jill bathrooms to a queen bedroom and a queen and two twins bedroom. There is a bedroom downstairs with a daybed that has a trundle you can use as a double bed or two twins. The rooms are very spacious and you don't feel cramped. The den, dining and kitchen are very spacious also and equipped with the latest and greatest! There is a Safire grill(like a big green egg), for grilling. There is an outdoor cooker for boiling shrimp and crabs etc. The house has an ice machine for your fishing needs. There is plenty of deck space on Bay side and on Gulf side. I try to make people feel at home when they are on vacation and this house is" Home Away From Home"!

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