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Private Heated Pool, walkout on the beach! - Island Star

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Island Star Dauphin Island Vacation Rental
Island Star Gulf View Pool Deck
Island Star Complimentary Towels
Island Star Pet Friendly Living Room with Gulf View
Island Star Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

1st Floor NE Bunkroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1st Floor NW Bunkroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1st Floor SE Gulfview Master

1 King Bed

1st Floor SW Gulfview Master

1 King Bed

2nd Floor Gulf View Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

1st Floor NE Bathroom

1st Floor NW Bathroom

1st Floor SE Gulf Bathroom

1st Floor SW Bathroom

2nd Floor Master Bath

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Private Heated Pool, walkout on the beach! - Island Star

Come see Island Star! This large 5 bedroom gulf view beach house is a marquee property. New private, heated pool! Several major renovations through 2020 have created a giant warm beach house experience. Walk into the sight of a cathedral ceiling living room with warm light from the gulf sky via gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows on a 2-story wall. Bring family, friends, and man's best friend to this open floor plan with super convenient beach access. Descend either of the rear deck staircases, and a short walk puts you at the Gulf of Mexico. The master bedroom enjoys loft light through frosted windows facing the living room gulf view windows. Two large 1st-floor bedrooms enjoying gulf views and 2 bunk rooms for all the kids. Enjoy the large rear deck and let the sunset on your day with a drink in hand, the sites and sounds of salty waves, and the smell of grilled food.

This house includes WIFI, TV, private driveway, linens, and towels.

This property also includes an optional golf cart for an additional fee of $100/day (must rent for the entire stay). You will receive additional information regarding this option after you book your reservation.

Pool Heating Note: Pool temperature can vary during cooler months, as the system relies on outdoor air temperatures. In colder conditions (around 50°F), heating may be less effective or temporarily unavailable (45°F and below), and it can take up to 24 hours to reach the desired temperature when weather allows.

Please note:
1. Minimum Age for the Primary Renter is 25, and Primary Renter must be present for the entire stay.
2. Maximum Occupancy numbers include Children 3 and over and cannot be exceeded at any time.
3. All of our Homes are Non-Smoking.
4. A signed Rental Agreement is Required, which contains additional Rules and Guidance.
5. This property does not allow weddings or parties.
6. Check-in time is 3 pm, and check-out time is 10 am.
7. Start dishes and linens before departure.
8. Take the trash can to the street on Tuesday night and Friday night.
9. This home is pet-friendly with prior permission, 2 maximum limit. Only dogs approved by insurance policy. $100 per dog per stay pet fee. This is NOT included in the Airbnb quote and will be charged in addition to standard reservation charges, if applicable.

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House Rules

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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 9430014
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. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mobile Bay and Fort Morgan Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West End Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of South Alabama - 54 min drive - 73.8 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 57 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Fort Morgan - 61 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant And Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Heated Pool, walkout on the beach! - Island Star pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Heated Pool, walkout on the beach! - Island Star?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Private Heated Pool, walkout on the beach! - Island Star?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Heated Pool, walkout on the beach! - Island Star located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches and West End Beach. Dauphin Island Public Beach is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean and the stay was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We hope to see you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Generally this location worked out very well for our family. The primary issue we had was over the internet service which was very poor. Also the pool was turning green by the end of the week. There was a visit by someone mid week who placed a hose and started adding water to the pool but they did not communicate with us. I removed the hose when I thought enough water had been added.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear the location worked well for your family overall. We apologize for the issues you experienced with the internet service and understand how frustrating that can be. Internet on Dauphin Island can be unreliable at times, and while we do work closely with service providers, there are occasions where issues arise during guest stays. We also regret the condition of the pool toward the end of your stay and the lack of communication regarding the midweek visit. That is not the experience we want for our guests, and we will be reviewing this with our team to ensure better communication moving forward. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a smoother stay in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, the property had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. Great communication with the host.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We hope to see you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Webb J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
couch in main room was too soft. I had real trouble getting out of it. Otherwise, great property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 January 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We'll consider replacing the couch to improve comfort. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy I.

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

Excellent multi generational home on the beach!

Great location and lots of space.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norma H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is fantastic for our huge family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We hope to see you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Lyndal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is nice to have a short walk to the beach. There was a partial view of the gulf from the main rooms and the deck. Other houses blocked most of the view. The internet was unreliable and it was a rare evening when we could watch a streaming show for more than 30 min without interruption. Not suitable for working from this location. The deck furniture was awesome, and the main living area was well equipped. Kitchen left a lot to be desired, if you want to cook for guests at the property.The pool leaked and needed us to refill every few days. No repairs that we could detect for the 4 weeks we were there. Overall, if you are looking for a place for a large family fun weekend with pizza and takeout food, it is great. For long stays, it is quite challenging.
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2026
Thank you for choosing Island Star for your extended stay and for sharing such detailed feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the home’s location, deck furnishings, layout, and overall comfort. We appreciate your comments regarding internet reliability. Connectivity on the island, particularly on the West End, can be inconsistent, and while this is outside our direct control, we are monitoring the rollout of fiber service and will upgrade as soon as it becomes available. We’re also sorry for the inconvenience you experienced with the pool. Based on your feedback, it will be re‑inspected to ensure any underlying issues are addressed. Your notes about the kitchen have been shared with our team as well, and we’ll be reviewing cookware and supplies to better support longer stays. Thank you again for your stay and for helping us make Island Star even better for future guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila A.

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

Great stay

Beautiful location.. lots of room.. clean..
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2022
Thank you for choosing Dauphin Island Beach Rentals~DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA D.

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

Great house

Great place on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
Thank you Barbara, hope you get a chance to get back to the island soon~DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyla H.

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

Great place

This home was very clean and located right on the beach. The home was unlike other vacation homes in that it had plenty of accommodations like towels, dishes, tolietry supplies, laundry/dish supplies, and even seasonings/coffee. Would 10 out of 10 recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charity W.

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

Great out of office meeting space

We visited for a brief team building experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 November 2022
Thank you for choosing Dauphin Island Beach Rentals~DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norma H.

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

Awesome

Second time staying here and we will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2023
Norma, thank you for the 5 star review. We are happy to learn that you and your family enjoyed your stay at Island Star recently. It was a pleasure to hosting y'all. Come back anytime. DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Great Beach House for family

This house was perfect for our family vacation. With 5 bedrooms & baths everyone had their own room & bathroom. The views from the deck were beautiful . The kitchen was fully stocked except for a blender but that wasn’t a big deal . Close enough to west end beach to walk. Felt secluded & non-touristy which is what we wanted. You do have to carry everything up 2 flights of stairs to get it inside but luckily we have younger grown up kids to help with that. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you, Diane, for the wonderful review of our vacation home. We're thrilled to hear that the property was perfect for your family and that you enjoyed the beautiful views and the convenient location. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The house was very spacious and nice. Loved the easy access to the beach! Plenty seating at the table and sofa for my whole family. A few minor things that I want to mention, Dead roaches on countertop and bathrooms. While i understand a lot of people fish there, the refrigerator and freezer smelled very fishy. We bought baking soda boxes and cleaning supplies. but not much help.All in all we had a fantastic time and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed your stay. We're sorry about the issues with the roaches and odors. We'll address these promptly. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent J.

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

Peaceful

Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2022
So glad you enjoyed this wonderful home. We hope you come back to the island soon. Thank you for choosing Dauphin Island Beach Rentals~DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myra P.

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

Amazing property

Great house, great layout, and great location on the water. It’s closer to the water than it looks in pictures. We absolutely loved this place. The po is a great bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2021
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back soon. Dauphin Island Beach Rentals {DIBR}
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

RELAXING AND FUN

Everything was perfect! We had a wonderful trip. We have no complaints! The house was perfect, the view of the water was beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2023
The best views are always from the water:) We are so glad you enjoyed your visit to the island. Hopefully, we will see you soon~DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel A.

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

It was one of the best vacations we have had. The veiws,the occean,and the pool

Everything was great with this property except their were no Handel's on any back doors, fixs that and this property will be perfect, great for family to enjoy the beach and the views ,
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2022
Thank you for choosing Dauphin Island Beach Rentals~DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob E.

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

Best beach house ever

We loved loved loved the house. By far, the best house we’ve stayed in yet. The house was well equipped, clean and well taken care of. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the location and amenities of our lovely unit. We will look forward to hosting you again soon~DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse J.

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

D.I. Wave Louder

Great place with a beautiful view. Plenty space for everyone, included all we needed for a week stay. Beach was awesome. Offshore fishing was close. Great time by all, we would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2022
So glad you enjoyed your time on the island. Thank you for choosing Dauphin Island Beach Rentals-DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

traci b.

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

Great time!

The property was clean, beautiful, and as described. It fit our family perfectly! DIBR and our concierge, Dave were all wonderful with great communication! Look forward to returning someday😊
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2024
Thank you Traci, I will relay this message to the office and Dave. I know they will appreciate it. Thank you for choosing DIBR and Island Star:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

Great get away, great house and location

Dauphin Island is like going back in time to a simpler beachfront with sea shells washing ashore. The house is beautifully laid out and decorated. The pool could be warmer for winter months, but the deck is a great place to hear the waves and watch the sunset. Kitchen is furnished well, and living area is comfortable and roomy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
We loved that you enjoyed the island. Come back to visit with us again soon~DIBR
Verified

8/10 Good

Shane G.

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

Loved it!! Perfect location!

Great location and quick access to the beach! Family enjoyed! House is a bit older and could use a few amenities updated. Got to do something with those bedroom sliding doors..hard for most to open.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2022
Glad you had a great time. I just talked to maintenance about the sliding glass doors. It should be easier to open now~DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ADRIA E.

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

Island Star sparkled!

Loved this home! The layout was perfect for our three families. Step down onto the gulf beach, enjoyed the gulf views and sounds from the spacious deck. The pool was nice as an option also. Would only suggest a larger refrigerator.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
Adria, we appreciate your review from your recent stay on Dauphin Island. It was a pleasure to host y'all and were happy to read you enjoyed the property. Come back soon. DIBR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

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

Relaxing Getaway

The accommodations were great for three adult couples plus a single. The 3 Master Bedrooms each have a king bed and their own bathroom. In fact all 5 rooms have their own bathroom. The heated pool was a hit and this is where we spent our afternoons. In the evenings, we watched the beautiful sunsets from the beach, just steps away from the house. October was a great time to be there. The weather was great and there were no crowds. I would recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

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