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

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A spacious living room with a large TV, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a view of the outside through large windows.
A beachfront property with a main house, a pool area, and a pier.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a dining area with a long table.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a large painting, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a television on a blue cabinet.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dauphin Island Beaches
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

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)
    ‪60 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

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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 Dauphin Island Beaches and Mobile Bay. 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 does it cost to stay at Private Heated Pool, walkout on the beach! - Island Star?

As of 7 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Heated Pool, walkout on the beach! - Island Star on 5 December 2026 start from NZ$3,310, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was absolutely perfect. It was literally just steps to the beach. We stayed with a group of 12 and there was plenty of space for all of us. The pool was a nice touch, the beds were comfortable and the house was well stocked with whatever you might need. One of our best beach vacations yet!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear the home was a perfect fit for your group and that you enjoyed the beach access, pool, comfortable accommodations, and thoughtful amenities. It means so much to know this was one of your best beach vacations yet. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable stay soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tommy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication, plenty of rooms. property was really close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
Thanks for sharing your experience! We’re grateful you stayed with us, and we hope to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach view is slightly obstructed but still a great property and steps from the beach. The pool was much smaller than expected but the house was great and as pictured.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed the home, the pool, and the close proximity to the beach. We're happy to hear that you had a great stay. It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified review

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 review

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 review

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 review

4/10 Poor

Vanessa N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We stay in rentals all over the nation. The pool was full of sand. Mold in top floor bedroom. Kitchen poorly stocked. Sofa was filthy. The cleaners suggested we put the extra bed comforters on top of the sofa. Trash all around under the house. A box of moldy, delated floats and beach toys, along with old fishing items and badminton items that were broken. Sand all over the outside rugs, like they have not been rinsed in weeks. We had to clean out the kitchen disposal that didnt work. We had to snake 2 bathroom tubs because they would not drain. 2 photos I've included are the tub drain and the family room ceiling fan. The house was far from "set" when we arrived. There's alot of wear in general that needs to be addressed. We were really disappointed by the description of the house and what we really had. If I had been my mother, I would be demanding a refund!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sincerely sorry that the condition of the home did not meet your expectations. Your comments have been taken seriously and shared with our housekeeping, maintenance, and leadership teams. Since your stay, we have addressed a number of the concerns you reported, and we are continuing to work with the property owner on additional improvements to bring the home up to the standard we strive to provide. We appreciate you bringing these items to our attention. Feedback like yours helps us identify opportunities for improvement, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a much better experience in the future.
Verified review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

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

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