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Your Island Getaway Within Walking Distance To The Gulf

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Outdoor dining
TV, books
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Your Island Getaway Within Walking Distance To The Gulf

This charming family beach house is new to the market and just a short walk to the beach. The Caddy Shack is recently updated and features 3 bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 baths with a spacious outdoor privacy shower. There is a fenced in yard making it perfect for your furry friend. The large wrap around deck is perfect for relaxing any time of day. This beach home will comfortably sleep 6 and has views of both the gulf and bay. With tv’s in every room and WiFi, it’s a perfect spot to unwind and relax inside or out. For the fisherman, we have a sturdy fish cleaning station with attached spray hose. ***We are dog friendly w/an additional non-refundable $75 pet fee to cover the cost of additional cleaning***limit of 2 dogs***

~~~Please be respectful of the check out & check in times. We are utilizing extra sanitizing measures as required by VRBO (which follow CDC guidelines) during corona to insure your stay is as safe as possible. As a result we will no longer be able to accept early arrivals under any circumstances. Thank you for your understanding~~~
***please be aware that we are ^dog^ friendly ONLY. Absolutely NO cats allowed!***

Property manager

Caroline or John Walter

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave the key on the deck box downstairs in the breezeway.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: $75 / 2 pet max. Damage deposit debit if not paid.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Note from host: Any unauthorized parties will result in eviction
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Fort Gaines - 11 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Island Getaway Within Walking Distance To The Gulf pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your Island Getaway Within Walking Distance To The Gulf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Island Getaway Within Walking Distance To The Gulf?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your Island Getaway Within Walking Distance To The Gulf located?

Situated in Dauphin Island, this vacation home is within a 10-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 mi (5 km).

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Your Island Getaway Within Walking Distance To The Gulf Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Devin T.

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

Great Spring Break

Great place to stay. Short walk to the beach. Host was great at communicating check in and out was a breeze. Will be staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

krista c.

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

Great week at the beach!

We enjoyed our stay here, it was within walking distance of the beach and a nice quiet street. The house had everything we needed for some good family time !
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merri C.

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

Another great stay at the Caddy Shack

We had another amazing stay at The Caddy Shack - even though Mother Nature wanted to make sure we saw all her fireworks and winds with big storms until Sunday. As always, the house was inviting and the perfect location across the street from the beach. We loved having our teenagers and our fur babies on Dauphin Island for the end of 2024.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

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

Would stay again

This has been one of the best paces that we have stayed
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melodie M.

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

Dauphin Island getaway.

We had a wonderful time staying in the Caddy shack on Dauphin Island. It is a great location close to the canal, beach and restaurants. The hosts were great and the cottage had everything we needed. Great memories made:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn C.

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

Great, quiet vacation!

Such a great time at this spot. We normally go for the more popular PCB but were impressed with this place. Property was within an easy walking distance to beach and only a 3 min drive to a park to drop our kayaks in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

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

Wonderful family vacation

We loved our stay on Dauphin Island. It was a first time visiting and the people on the Island are so friendly. The home is located close to everything that we wanted to do. A short walk to the beach. We enjoyed walking our dogs in the neighborhood during the evenings. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T., Prattville, AL

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

Perfect location and super cute house

This house has super clean and had everything our family needed for a relaxing vacation. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crisy T.

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

Wonderful Pet Friendly House

Great 3 night getaway with our dod. House was clean and well supplied witha fenced area for the dog. Short walk to beach. Great hosts and great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard F.

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

Better than pictured

Great place in a great location. Short walk to the beach. Very responsive and friendly owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

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

Clean, Stocked, & Great Location

We’ve visited the island for years and stayed in lots of homes. This one was by far the most well stocked and cleanest! Owners were very attentive and the location/price can’t be beat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S D.

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

Perfect Location and Size

Our family of four had a wonderful week together! The beach was convenient and beautiful. The place was very clean, comfortable, and we loved the outdoor space. Our hosts were very attentive and accommodating. Great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Can’t wait to go back!!

We had a great time at The Caddy Shack! Just what we needed for a relaxing get away! Easy walk to the beach! So cute!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

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

Quality Time

It was abolutely fantastic for our group of 5. Property owners make sure your stay is as pleasant as possible. It really is just a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Clean and comfortable (and cute!)

The property is managed by the owners, who are quick to respond to questions. The house is so clean and uncluttered, with super cute beach decor. It’s a great stay with little kids. Everything worked as it should. If you forget something, the house probably has it. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky H.

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

Charming home close to beach

This home is full of little touches that make staying here extraordinary. From the guest book, an island guide book, downstairs out door shower, plenty of games and books for those rainy mornings, this place has something to keep you happy when you’re not on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya C.

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

Relaxing

This was our 8th trip to the island. We enjoyed the easy living in this cozy house. My family of four found this house clean, cozy, and well equipped. We enjoyed the short walk to the beach and the view of the bayside.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale W.

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

relaxing stay right off the beach

Cute, clean house. Plenty of room! Great bed linens and a wonderful experience for our pup Millie! Small fenced in enclosure for her while we were away. Outside shower was the best!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

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

Cozy cottage on the beach

Just like grandma’s house, is how I would describe our stay in Caroline’s house. From the memorable little kid, Mickey Mouse plates that I used to have for my own children (that my own mother has in her house), right down to the softest sheets and comforters. The views were beautiful. The house was comfortable. A perfect stay for our family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

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

Girls Weekend

My daughter, her dog and I had a very wonderful time just spending quality time together with really no worries of the normal everyday we have with work life. Just relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

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

Awesome little beach house getaway

I brought my wife, 2 kids, and our 2 dogs down for the weekend. We specifically were looking for places that allowed dogs and figured we’d have to “settle” on a place just so they could go. Couldn’t have been further from what we found at the Caddy Shack. It was perfect. Couldn’t have been more perfect. Everything we needed was there and it was less than a 2 block walk to the beach. We all highly recommend the Caddy Shack.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karli R.

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

The perfect place to call home for a week at the beach!

Such a welcoming environment. They have everything you need - we actually stayed here two years ago and it was so awesome we chose to stay here again. My family rented a different house through a local company and the accommodations / responsiveness of their property vs staying here made it very apparent this was the right call! They had beach chairs and umbrella ready for our beach day, our dogs loved it here, such a close walk to the beach, outside shower is helpful to rinse off. It’s the perfect place for your DI escape. Thankful to John & Caroline!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Fall Break Getaway

This is the second time we have stayed at this property and absolutely plan to come back! It’s a hidden gem of a rental with easy beach access (quick walk across the street), a tidy house with all of the conveniences you could need and very responsive owners. My two boys (5 and 6) love the bunk room that has legos, books, blocks and more. We like to take our bikes in the fall and use that as our mode of transportation around the island, too. Don’t sleep on this rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H., 50

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

Great time at Caddy Shack

Love the location. It’s such an easy walk to the beach. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need. So happy to see the dishwasher was added since our last stay. The beds are very comfortable with quality linens. All the bedrooms have TVs which is really great. The neighborhood is super quiet but not all neighbors abide by the leash policy. Of course that’s not fault of this property owner. She provides a fenced in pet area which is rare in rental properties. I would recommend this house to anyone I know going to Dauphin Island. It’s all around wonderful place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C.

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

Great stay

The property was perfect for our family and the listing is quite accurate. The furniture was very clean and nice, but the beds were not the most comfortable. The beach is within walking distance if you use the cut-through (we didn't notice the cut-through until our last day) if you access through the public beach parking costs $10 a day but is good for all three public beaches. There were a lot of mosquitos in the area. The fenced-in yard was quite small for our dogs but still worked out well for us. They provided a lot of extra conveniences (beach chairs, umbrella, towels) we only used the chairs but it was a great surprise. They do have cameras on the property which we've never had beyond the Ring doorbell, so that felt a little weird. Overall, it was an excellent stay and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024