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Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Property grounds
Upper deck features two swings, two rocking chairs, and a small sofa.
Dining table seats 8; island seats 4 comfortably. There is also dining outside
2 down-filled sofas, a bench and TV comprise the living area adjacent to dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 1297.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Pelican Room

1 Queen Bed

Sailboat Room

2 Single Beds

Teen Bunkroom

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bunk room bath

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!

The three minute video attached says it best! "Lil" House is a four bedroom, three bath house, with spacious living area and something for everyone in your group! Its unique wrap-around porch allows for a breeze at any time of the day or night. Designed like a riverboat, each room (including the bedrooms) have doors leading out to the wrap-around porch. The house's best feature is the sunsets which are unobstructed due to its northern most point on the island. They can be observed from the upper or lower deck with lots of seating options on each. The sandy yard with a wooden boardwalk-covered seawall only feet from the porch allows for the best of both island worlds.....sand fun for the kids and sunbathers, and boat access for the swimmers and sports enthusiast. The fishing from the dock is great both day and night. The underwater nightlight is an added bonus and lends itself to great night fishing. Swimming, kayaking and paddle-boarding (all included) are extremely easy to do right in front of the house. AND its so close to the house that you can talk to your family and friends on the front porch while you swim in front of the house. Dolphins are seen often frolicking out front and dive-bombing pelicans are very entertaining to watch from one of the bed swing, two porch swings, three sofas, two arm chairs, two lounge chairs, or two rocking chairs.

The master bedroom has a queen size bed and a private bathroom. The second bedroom has a queen bed. The third has twin beds with one trundle. And the fourth bedroom, called the Teen Bunk Room because it is located downstairs with a separate entrance offering lots of privacy, has two sets of bunk beds with twin beds on top and full size beds on bottom. This room is not suitable for small children however, since there is no interior entrance to the bunkroom; it’s only accessible from the outside (which is covered.) The bunk room also has a TV and Wii, and its own bathroom.

Also, downstairs on the lower decks are four Adirondack chairs, a sofa, two arm chairs, a TV, a bed swing, a dining table and four chairs, a bar table with four barstools, and two lounge chairs for sun bathing. A green egg grill/smoker is provided and excellent for steaks and grilled oysters. There is also a PK grill that can be rolled out to the dock. There is a commercial grade ping pong table, as well as corn hole and bocce ball.

If you want to walk down to the Gulf-side beach, a wagon and beach chairs are provided. Our favorite thing to do with kids is to walk the 2 blocks to the beach at dusk with flashlights, nets, and buckets and let them chase and capture sand crabs. The best part is letting the crabs go at one time and watching the kids scramble to get out of the way!

Other things we like to do on the island include exploring the deserted stretch of sand dunes, riding bikes on the 9-mile bike path, spending the day at the Isle Dauphine Public Swim Club swimming in the pool or playing pickleball/tennis/golf, renting a pontoon boat and taking it for a picnic lunch on sand island, paddling the kayaks in the nearby estuary where you can park and walk to the wine bar or the sno cone place, touring the bird sanctuary or the Aquarium of Alabama, enjoying fresh pastries at Lighthouse Bakery, or walking to Island Rainbow for a snow cone or pizza dinner. Each fun-filled day will culminate with an amazing and memorable sunset that can be watched from the front porch or dock.

So whether you are a family with small children, or snowbirds looking for tranquility, or a fishing enthusiast, Lil House is for you! And the following pictures tell it all! (Don’t miss the four minute video!)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
See pet policy below
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed outside.Ashtrays provided

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Royal Lagoons, a neighbourhood in Dauphin Island. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at 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 Public Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 11 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! located?

This family-friendly Dauphin Island holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches and Dauphin Island Public Beach. Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 182 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LIl House is PERFECT!! Heaven on earth!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle u.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can not say enough amazing things about this house! We loved all the games, amenities and location. We were a short walk or drive to everything we needed. We spent hours fishing, diving and swimming in the water. At night we enjoyed ping pong and relaxing by the water. It is a perfect place to relax and watch the sunset and enjoy a peaceful time with your family! We can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Lil house

We have stayed in several properties around Royal logons and this was by far our favorite. Everything we needed was there and amenities were excellent. Host was very accessible and gracious!! Looking forward to our visit in October.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dixie o.

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

Perfect Location

Great property with lots of amenities! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Front porch paradise

If you are looking for a place to sit back and relax, this is your place! Lil house has everything and more that you could want to make a memorable and relaxing vacation. Put this house on your bucket list!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

We loved the house and everything about it! Susan was a dream to work with! Will definitely be back!

The house was the perfect fit for our family! Amazing views from every seat, beds were comfy, kitchen had more than we needed, couldn't have been more pleased, just wish we could've stayed longer!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Just the best!

Comfy, clean, well-equipped, and beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Genetta S.

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

Great property!

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday at this house. It is situated at a perfect location on the bay with just a short walk to the ocean. There are so many games and activities for the family to enjoy at the house and so much outdoor seating areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R., College Station, TX

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

Amazing Beach getaway

This was such a great place to stay. The location couldn’t be better with bay access/fishing right in front of the house and a short walk to the beach. There are so many thoughtful touches in the house and handy beach tools and toys in the storage closet. There is something fun for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

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

Spring Break Retreat

We have such a nice time at Lil House, the location and dock were perfect. We saw dolphins and pelicans during the day and the night fishing light allowed us to see fish and jellyfish. The island is peaceful and family friendly, we also went to both public beaches and enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Awesome getaway!!

The house was great with lots of character. Great fishing every night! Short walk to the beach. Owner was very easy to reach when the power went out. Amazing vacation, we will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

CHAD S.

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

Amazing!!!

We had a wonderful time at this amazing house. The house was well stocked and very comfortable. Loved the many seating areas outside, the ping-pong table, and dock area. Sunsets were spectacular! The owner is very nice and extremely helpful. Would love to come back to this fantastic house and charming island.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

The very best of the south❤️

This is our 5th stay on the Island. This house had everything you could ever need. Honestly it was perfect. Hubby would have liked a king size bed but that’s it❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley C.

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

Lil House Big Memories

Our family of 8 + infant had plenty of room and loved our vacation at the Lil' House!! All the little touches of cozy beds and blankets, well-stocked kitchen, water toys, etc... LOVED it!! We got to fish right off the dock and guys caught several large fish, and we saw dolphins from our back porch almost daily. The location and view was perfection, thank you we'll be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

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

We love lil house!

This was our third stay at Susan's home and each visit is better than the last. We love all of the updates. This home is the perfect place to relax and spend time with your family. There were ten of us this trip including our 3 adult children and their significant others, our teenager and our 9 year old grandson. Lots of fun was had by all! Thanks again for a wonderful place to vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

The only way to experience Dauphin Island

We have wanted to visit the Gulf Shores area for quite a while. I was impressed to find this gem on Dauphin Island. The property was amazing. It felt like a tropical home away from home. The home was clean and well appointed and the location on the water with kayaks, paddle boards, swimming, and finishing made it so we didn’t feel the need to leave to be entertained. The outdoor furniture and covered deck made enjoying the sunsets over the bay some for the memory books. Communication with the host was very easy. Would highly recommend and will come back to the Lil House when we visit Dauphin Island again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina O.

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

Nice Lil House

Lil House was a great spot to enjoy spring break. The outdoor area is truly the best part. The kayaks, the ping pong table, outdoor games, fish and the sitting area. When the weather was good, there were so so many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need. The home is small but plenty of room for a family of 4. Such a great host and considered everything for a guest to enjoy their stay. If you are looking for a low key get away, away from crowds and lines, this place is great! Thank you for being a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel P.

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

Dauphin Island

The house was beautiful and Susan was great. It was a bit smaller than it seemed on the listing and we weren’t able to utilize the downstairs due to mold smell. The downstairs bunks which we were planning to have for our boys was also not accessible through the upstairs inside of the house… so not suitable for younger children as a bedroom… the house was not as clean as we would have liked, but all in all we had a great time relaxing on the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Wonderful spring break get-away

Our family spent spring break here and loved it. The home has modern amenities with rustic charm and was very comfortable for the 5 of us. The dock and deck are wonderful for watching sunsets and dolphins. There are plenty of things to do at this property, fishing off the dock, paddle-boards and kayaks are provided, the ping-pong table is great, and plenty of sand for lounging or playing corn-hole or bocce ball. There is a beach is within walking distance, the house has 3 beach chairs and a wagon which was helpful. The kitchen is beautiful and well equipped. The family room is comfortable and surrounded by the beautiful views. The beds are very comfortable, we all slept well here (we stayed upstairs, we did not use the bunkroom). Overall we had a great time and loved the home. Susan was a great host and well prepared to help visitors. We hope to visit again soon Susan!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Sherrie B.

Awesome

This beach house is in a perfect location if you want to get away from the crowds and commercial zone. It truly is 30 minutes from modern conveniences so stop and get groceries on your way. We had 8 adults and 1 child in our group and it did the job. It only has two bathrooms so plan accordingly. The beach on the gulf side is a short 3 minute walk across the street and was beautiful. The bay side is out the back door. We saw daulphins 1 time on each side. The area is gorgeous! There was no soap, dishwashing soap or toilet paper provided so plan accordingly. We bought supplies and left them for the next guests. We had an awesome week but needed a bit more space with our group but this house does have 4 bedrooms that technically sleeps 8 with air mattresses for and additional guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2015

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

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

Perfect Thanksgiving Get Together!

This Lil House was perfect for our family get together. Being so late in the season, the weather was iffy but it didn't matter because the weekend was all about eating meals with the family, laughing, and playing with the kids. The two teen age granddaughters slept in the room with the single beds. The trundle pulled out so their young autistic brother could sleep in there too and he was very comfortable and happy. The downstairs unit was perfect for my husband's sister and our daughter and her two grandkids. Then my husband and I had the master and our daughter and her husband the other large bed. Everything I needed the whole weekend for cooking was available in the kitchen and my husband did the turkey on the green egg for Thanksgiving. We saw schools of fish swimming under the dock, jelly fish off the dock, and tons of seabirds. We played board games and ping pong and watched a Christmas movie all together. We visited the Sea Lab, pet sting rays, and saw dolphins in the cove there! The house was very clean and had more than enough of everything. It was the perfect house to accommodate our large group inside and outside when gathering together. We had an excellent time. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Mostly awesome - with only a few kinks.

The home is extremely charming, wonderfully decorated, and well stocked with most things you might need. We did have a wonderful time at local shops, eateries, and parks. There was a pot large enough for us to cook crab legs with corn and potatoes. The teen getaway was a hit. It had a somewhat stale odor, but nothing offensive and dissepated once it was opened up. The sheets on the bunk beds were sandy. We watched a lot of folks have a ton of fun fishing with an underwater light a few doors down, but the bulb in the light at Lil House was burned out. The owners were prompt with reponse and a spare was brought out - but it also did not work. Might need to get a few spares to have handy for maintenance. This was probably the biggest kink for the men. The landing on the main staircase came loose, but someone came out and fixed it in no time. The kids loved the swimming pad. The table was perfect for our large group and hosted many nightly games. Although there were a few setbacks, the place was absolutely gorgeous and we had a memorable time with family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place!! The outdoor shower was amazing! Plus it offers a 4th shower when you have a large group!! We fished, played in the sand, and watched football outside while the kids played! We had a little bit of rain but watching the storm come over the Sound was wonderful, and it didn’t last long! Thanks again and we will be back!!!!
Sunset
Sunrise
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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Another stay at Lil House, and another great week full of memories. Lil House is my family’s favorite vacation destination, and we can’t wait to do it again next year. Thanks again Susan for sharing your small piece of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Bayfront relaxation /Retirement gift to myself...

Backyard fishing, no crowds, Sunsets, and relaxing outdoors were my motivation. My first time back since 1973. I've been taking the family between Panama City and Gulf Shores for the past 55 years. This time, Im retiring and wanted this vacation for myself. Nice.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Susan Carley

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I am a 56 year old mother of two college kids living in Mobile, Alabama with my husband, Kevin. We live just a short 45 minute drive from the island where we love ALL water sports and just watching the sunsets and dolphins....that never gets old! The house has been in my family since my grandmother "Lil" built it in 1973. Kevin and I purchased it from my parents in 2012 and we have upgraded it with new furniture and appliances; you will find it modern and comfortable. Kevin and I are easy to reach and always available to help with your vacation planning!

Why they chose this property

My grandmother, Lil, built this beautiful island house in the early 70's and I grew up coming to the house every summer with my six cousins and two siblings. We have fond memories of running the seawall chasing porpoises, fishing morning and night, and crabbing with chicken bones with my grandmother. Now my children run the seawalls, catch our dinner, and swim in the very water that we did as children.

What makes this property unique

My uncle designed the house to be like a steamboat with a porch 'deck' all the way around the house, doors in every room that open out onto the 'deck', and water views from every window. The front porch with swing and rocking chairs offers the best sunset view on the island. It also sits so close to the seawall that the adults can sit in the shade (of upstairs or downstairs deck) and watch the kids as they swim, ski, or kayak in front of the house. Because the house is situated on a cul-de-sac, the children can ride their bikes and play safely with other neighborhood kids. The house faces the Mississippi Sound allowing for good fishing and boat access, but is directly across the street from Lafitte Bay which is a no wake zone and allows for great, safe place for kayaking or swimming. The house is just a short two block walk from the Gulf front beaches which gives you the option of a day at the beach or a day of watersports. The kids will also love sandcrabbing on the beach at night!

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