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Peaceful Dune-Top Escape with Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly & Scenic Walk to the Beach

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Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub at Peaceful Dune-Top Escape with Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly & Scenic Walk to the Beach.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful Dune-Top Escape with Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly & Scenic Walk to the Beach

Bird's Nest

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Bird’s Nest is located on top of a protected dune with spectacular views of Pelican Cove and the Gulf of Mexico. The fabulous views of the water can be enjoyed from the screened-in porch with outdoor dining for four or from the private hot tub where each night you can see the lighthouse light shining beneath the stars. More of a morning person? Then you will love the kitchen, as it is set up to take advantage of more views from the cozy bench seat where you can sip your morning coffee and watch the sunrise. The views continue in the main bedroom with its en-suite bathroom and large soaking tub. The home also has a loft with two twin beds and a second bathroom with a walk-in shower.

This home also has an elevator that enters from the concrete drive and opens to the main living level. Bird lovers will enjoy scanning the trees for the wide varieties of birds that call Dauphin Island home. Who knows, you may even get a chance to see the bald eagle that is often seen in the trees by Bird’s Nest. If visiting during the cooler seasons, the wood-burning stove is a great way to warm up after a winter stroll with the family dog. It doesn’t get any better than Bird’s Nest, where you can step off the deck and have nothing but sand between you and the shoreline.

A short, sandy walk to the water's edge of Bienville Beach can be enjoyed —a stroll guests have described as enjoyable and part of the experience. A place where you can splash around, swim, and play with the kids. A mile away, you'll find Ship & Shore Supplies Inc. with everything you need to keep your pantry stocked during your stay. Head two-and-a-half miles east to visit Audubon Bird Sanctuary, with maritime forest and walking trails full of spectacular wildlife. Bird lovers will enjoy scanning the trees for the many varieties of birds that call Dauphin Island home.

Things to Know
During colder months, the elevator may become unreliable due to ambient air temperatures, temporarily making it unusable.
Streaming services are available with guests' own account(s).
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 p.m. to 8 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
Dogs are allowed at Dauphin Island’s primary public beach, however, dogs are not allowed at the West End Beach.
Dogs should be leashed at all times and owners must clean up after their dogs.
This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

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 3 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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,190 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

43626

About the neighborhood

Map
Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 7 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chevron - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant And Bar - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Dune-Top Escape with Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly & Scenic Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Dune-Top Escape with Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly & Scenic Walk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Dune-Top Escape with Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly & Scenic Walk to the Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Dune-Top Escape with Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly & Scenic Walk to the Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches, Dauphin Island Public Beach, and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council. East End Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Peaceful Dune-Top Escape with Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly & Scenic Walk to the Beach Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 84 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelsy Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was magical 10/10 recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

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

Peaceful dunes

Very nice private residence on the dunes with beach access
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

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

Beautiful view

Well kept, very clean, unique, and beautiful view of the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

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

Great getaway

This is our third time to DI and we continue to enjoy it more and more. This was a great property with exactly what we needed for a 4 day stay on the island. If I had to identify one opportunity for improvement it would be the comfort and pillows of the main bed - not a deal breaker for us- but it could be a bit more comfortable. Overall everything met our needs and we had a wonderful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Perfect stay

We had a great short vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela T.

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

Great place for two people!

Nice little place. Loved that it had an elevator for my older doggie and to unload/load.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P., Griffin, GA

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

Perfect beach property

We love this place
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie H.

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

Wonderful short stay

Its was lovley. The elevator didnt work but we managed just fine. We loved the tall dunes and being up high at the beach. Sunsets and sun rises were beautiful. House was clean and cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ben J.

Beautiful view, Secluded Feel

We had a great stay, the home was clean upon arrival, with no issues to be found. We loved the hot tub as well as the rain head in the shower. We also loved the serenity of the location

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Perfect and cozy

We really enjoyed this property. Very clean, cozy and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Great getaway

Just as advertised. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney W.

Fantastic house for a weekend getaway with the wife and pups

Location was fantastic. House was clean and equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley A.

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

Birds Nest is the best!

Absolutely breathtaking views and gorgeous design. Love whoever decorated this beautiful modern secret hideaway
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Becky A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Beautiful home, beautifulsetting. But couldnt access elevator. At last 4 tripz ti being in bags and dogs. 48 stairs! Left
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Allan M.

Private home on the dunes

Loved the private quiet setting and layout of the home. Elevator is life saver and the BBQ out front was great. Tons of parking, plenty of towels and wash cloths. Easy access and good location to get around the island. Would def recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rick L.

Relaxing Getaway Centrally Located

Very quiet, relaxing setting. Centrally located to all that the island has to offer. House was clean up on arrival and has a great grilling station. Elevator was a life saver and enjoyed how quiet it was. The stars are amazing at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Birds nest

Our stay was great! Beautiful property! The only negative was that we couldn’t get the vents to work in the master bedroom. Otherwise wonderful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harmony D S.

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

Amazing stay!

I had everything I could possibly need and it was so relaxing! You had complete privacy and your back deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Keith S.

The hose is nice but…

The house is nice but the mattress is hard as a rock and uncomfortable. It could also use a water hose on the front porch or downstairs.
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10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

Magical place

I want to move into this house! I loved seeing the lighthouse, the lagoon, the Gulf, sunrises and sunsets. The kitchen, bath, and laundry are new and fancy! The whole house was beautiful, well-appointed, and clean. There's something magical about this place.

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Location convenient to restaurants and public beach

This house is convenient to public beach and restaurants (short walk/bike/drive). Stargazing is amazing from deck. Great sunrise and sunset views from the dune. The house was clean upon our arrival and kitchen had more than enough cookware and bakeware to prepare meals.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hope F., Illinois

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

Absolutely beautiful views

This was exactly the little winter getaway we needed! The house overlooks the dunes and is just a little walk down to the water. The deck was my favorites part! The bed is super firm, which we loved but might be too firm for some. The cookware is in desperate need of replacement, but in our experience that seems to be pretty common in vacation rentals. Overall - can't wait to book again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

gwen l.

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

If you are over 6 foot tall this would be ok

This house was built for extremely tall people. Could only see our eyes in the bathroom mirrors and the countertops and microwave and dryer are hard to reach. Definitely not for disabled even though the shower would lead you to believe it was for a disabled person.Beds are too hard, carpet in master needs replaced, pots and pans and utensils look like they are from a garage sale.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Relaxation, Bird Watching and Beach Access

This house is tucked away from all the island activity and is great for relaxing and watching the migrating birds. There’s also a cove close by for fishing and beach access a little bit further out. You’ll definitely get your steps in climbing up and down the sand dunes to get to the water, but it’s good exercise and well worth it. The house is well organized with lots of windows to enjoy the views, and the elevator supports easy loading and unloading of your supplies.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Thad T.

Good choice if you don’t mind a Sandy walk

We really enjoyed ourselves here. It was a short Sandy walk to the beach and honestly we enjoyed the walk. However, people with mobility issues or not wanting to walk in sand up and down a hill might not enjoy it as much. The house was very clean and well furnished, although the living room furniture could be more comfortable. The elevator from the parking area directly to the living room was a very nice feature. The views were nice and although there are houses close by, there is a sense of privacy from the beach side porch. The kitchen appliances and layout were very nice. In all, the house was very comfortable for us and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024