Island Retreat for Nature Lovers

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Dauphin Island, AL

Indian Shell Mound Park13 min walk
Dauphin Island Beaches19 min walk
Isle Dauphine Golf Club20 min walk
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)41 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Suite

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Enjoy beautiful Dauphin Island in this treehouse-like getaway filled with works of Southern artists. Walk or bike to beaches, Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Native American shell mounds, quaint shops, galleries, bakeries, live music and restaurants. A large, elevated covered porch is perfect for outdoor dining and relaxing in nature--rain or shine.

Property manager

Knight

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this cottage is near the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Lakewood Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

Indian Shell Mound Park - 13 min walk
Dauphin Island Beaches - 19 min walk
Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 20 min walk
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 6 min drive
Dauphin Island Public Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

Pirate's Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
Pelican Pub - 15 min walk
Islanders Restaurant & Bar - 3 min drive
Reel Deal BBQ & Seafood - 4 min drive
Island Rainbow - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Retreat for Nature Lovers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Retreat for Nature Lovers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Retreat for Nature Lovers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Retreat for Nature Lovers located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Beaches. Dauphin Island Public Beach and Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Faith

23 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Clean, quiet and close to everything

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

16 October 2023

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

Relaxing Island Bachelorette Trip

I rented this house for my sisters weekend bachelorette trip. It was perfect for relaxing on a quiet dead-end street. The house is updated very clean and cozy. 10 out of 10 recommend and will be renting again. The host are so accommodating and reply quickly. This goes down in the books as one of my favorite vacation homes.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

9 October 2023

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

Wonderful time in the Pines!

My father, boyfriend, and I had a wonderful visit at Dauphin Island and enjoyed staying here. It was our first time staying in the Pines vs the beach but it was so relaxing and the house had everything we needed. 10/10 would recommend and will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley W.

13 August 2023

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

Very nice place

We enjoyed our time here. Very clean. We will be coming back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah P.

7 August 2023

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

-Peaceful- Paradise in the Pines

We throughly enjoyed our stay here for our short visit to the island. The home is beautifully decorated and very clean. The entire home was fully stocked with all the necessities. The quiet neighborhood helped make for a very relaxing trip. Only thing I would’ve changed is some darkening shades/curtains in the bedroom so we could’ve slept in later but even without, we still rested very well. Thanks for helping make our trip one of the best! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Knight

My husband I live full-time in Franklin, Tenn., just outside Nashville. Dauphin Island is our home away from home and our Alabama roots run deep. Matt's cousins live on Dauphin Island or just over the bridge. My family has been in the Lake Martin/Auburn/Montgomery area for at least six generations.

Why they chose this property

We are located in The Pines area, which is walkable or bike-able distance from the Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Native American Shell Mounds, West End and East End public beaches, Dauphin Island Sea Lab and Aquarium, restaurants and other attractions. It's quiet, peaceful and a retreat in the middle of an untamed natural escape.

Honor Bar: Feel free to enjoy what's there. Please replace for the next guests.

Art: Paintings and pottery featured in home were created by artists from Alabama, Louisiana, Tennessee, Mississippi and Georgia. Many of these artists' works can be found at Sophiella Gallery in Mobile.

Island Cats: The island has a healthy cat population, including several that live on our street. Please drive carefully to avoid injuring any of them, as these are well-loved kitties.

Property Management: Our cousins Erin and Brandon help manage our property. They live nearby and are available in an emergency. Please reach out to us through the app and we will connect you to them. (Fun Fact: Erin is among the artists featured in our home.)

What makes this property unique

Dauphin Island is one of the Gulf Coast's most beautiful hidden treasures. It's a small barrier island largely undeveloped and untamed. It's incredibly peaceful out here. If you are a nature lover, you will love Dauphin Island.