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Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks

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Living area
Pool
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12236.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • West End Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks

The Big Chill

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Dive into a world of tranquility at this luxury beach home that features its own private pool for unparalleled relaxation. Located on the north bayfront but boasting southern views of the Gulf of Mexico, you’ll enjoy sea breezes and dining alfresco on the huge, furnished back deck overlooking the pool.

Inside, a warm, inviting living and dining area welcomes everyone to gather together to enjoy each other’s company - including the dogs! There’s seating for meals at both a dining table, as well as a breakfast bar in the well-equipped kitchen featuring gleaming stainless steel appliances and a convenient in-door icemaker. Naturally, the private gas grill is perfect for putting together tasty homemade meals. The comfy living room furniture is just the spot to settle in and catch up with cable and your favorite streaming shows. Each bedroom boasts its own TV, meaning all of your guests will have their own personalized entertainment options available.

When it’s time to explore your surroundings, make sure to take advantage of all Dauphin Island has to offer, starting with swimming, sunbathing, and collecting shells and sea glass. Beach time can be just steps from the back deck to the calming Bay waters, or take a short stroll to the public Gulf beach access where the waves are a little larger. Dauphin Island’s laid-back beach town charm exudes from the miles of paved trails for birding, biking, and running, lack of crowds, unique restaurant and shopping options, boating, jet-skiing, fishing, and even a historic site, bird sanctuary, and marine estuary to visit!

Your perfect Gulf-front oasis awaits! Whether you're frolicking in the waters of nearby beaches or the private pool, you'll always remember your time here.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s 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.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Dogs only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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

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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West End Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 13 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 17 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Seafood Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches, West End Beach and Dauphin Island Public Beach. East End Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Harprit S.

Great house

Clean and spacious
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8/10 Good

Anita B.

Enjoyed our stay

The size of the house, bedrooms and baths, worked great for our family!

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Great House

Great Property, the pool was perfect for kids to swim on windy days. House was comfortable and spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Senior spring break

Great property and island. Would have booked directly through Vacasa had I known better to avoid added fees for vrbo
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

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

work with a beautiful view

This was the perfect property for our professional retreat! Excellent service.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Beach house dream!

It was exactly as advertised and we could have stayed another week if real life didn't interfere. The back deck and pool were perfect and we spent most of our time there. The house was spacious and comfortable, i could see how hosting a larger group would be easy peasy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Great Home with Amazing Views

Love the porches, pool, views, and furnishings!

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

The Big Chill

Cleanliness was perfect. Heated pool not so much. Could only use it 2 days out of our week. It wasn’t heating properly
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maegan W.

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

Summer 2024

We wanted to enjoy fireworks on the beach and it was awesome. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Donald W.

Vacation at big chill

The pool was very nice, the house was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

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

We are staying again!

Nice house. We love the bay side. The pool was fabulous. The back deck is nicely fenced for kids and dogs. The kitchen had everything we needed. Note that previous comments mentioned no coffee filters…we left a bunch. The only seasonings in the home were salt and pepper. We brought ALL of our own. There were no games/playing cards-we brought all of our own and were glad that we did. The WiFi situation is not good but that did not detract at all from our stay. If you have folks that are WFH(working from home), they need to hotspot or go into town and set up shop at a restaurant.We had a wonderful week and can’t wait to go back. We did leave a note with some items that needed to be fixed( nothing major - just typical home easy fixes) so we will see if they are repaired by next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

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

Extended family vacation

Slept 12 nicely and low key vibe of area was great. Lots of time to just enjoy family without crowds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline P.

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

Great time!

We stayed for a long weekend and it was perfect. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Courtney G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We did not love our stay at the Big Chill. The house is really suffering from deferred maintenance issues, some of which are safety issues, and lack of hospitality. The interior flooring is popping up in places, we found a nail sticking up on the interior stairs that we had to deal with after my MIL stepped on it walking upstairs, the refrigerator door shelving was cracked such that we could only put lightweight items in them or they would fall down, the ice maker struggled to make ice so we constantly were buying ice. Also, the pool gate was not aligned properly with the fence so it was hard to close, much less lock for safety. Luckily my kids can now swim, but one year ago this would have been an absolutely unacceptable risk to my family. The amenities are about as bare bones as I’ve ever seen in a VRBO. They provided almost nothing, not even coffee filters for their own coffee machine. Luckily we brought extra TP, paper towels, and dishwasher detergent, otherwise, we’d have needed a major shopping trip. The body wash ran out in the master bathroom a few days in, so I think it was not filled up before we arrived. The hosts provided one outdoor garbage can for trash, which was completely full the day we arrived. For a house that fits up to 10 people, they probably should pay for a second trash receptacle. The WiFi did not work for several days. On the plus side, the view from the back porch was beautiful and the neighbors were friendly and shared their beach with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Miranda E.

Beautiful home

Loved the space and the pool was a huge hit with our group. We visited while very windy, but the pool was perfect. Great beds and plenty of room for our group of 6
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10/10 Excellent

Derrick G.

Excellent location and pool is awesome

Huge house with lots of space and natural light. Very clean and can accommodate large parties. Will definitely stay here again.
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8/10 Good

Hope R.

Overall great home

Location was perfect the home was clean minus the mold on the wall in the bathroom with bunk beds. Family enjoyed the home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

heaterh j.

Perfect

Great house. Clean, bright, and easy access to beach and sound. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Great House!

This was the perfect house for our family Thanksgiving! 9 adults and 1 baby and we had so much space! The beds were comfortable and the kitchen and living room area was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

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

Great Family Vacation

We love staying at the beach. This house had its own little stretch of beach on the bay and was a very short walk to a beach on the gulf. All the amenities of the house were as listed and in great shape. Really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrinia W.

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

Great Time!

Beautiful property. Home was clean and comfy. Right on the water and the family had so much fun.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

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

Family memories

Excellent house for family gathering. Plenty of space for everyone. Making meals together was a breeze in the open space kitchen. Great location and our pups loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Wow

Super clean house. Very comfortable for a larger groups.
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10/10 Excellent

Malissa S.

Great stay!

The house was very clean and organized. The bedrooms were very spacious. I loved that it had 4 & 1/2 bathrooms.
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10/10 Excellent

Arnold M.

Excellent Home

Perfect location with great view and quick access of the Mississippi Sound. The house is HUGE and everything is brand-new!

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