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Dauphin Island vacation rentals

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Dauphin Island

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Condo in Gulf Shores
Sea the Surf Beachfront GetAway!
This one-bed/one-bath DIRECT beachfront condo is a top-floor unit at GSP The Resort (Bldg. 2) in Ft. Morgan that offers fantastic views of both Sunrises & Sunsets from your private balcony! You can feel the fun beach vibe when you step inside and know you're on your beach vacation! It's updated with "weathered-wood" tiled floors, a tiled walk-in shower, a vessel sink, and an L-shaped kitchen for extra counter space & storage. We aim to work with each guest so our GetAway remains 5-STAR worthy!
$80 per night
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Cottage in Coden
Cottage on the Bay! Minutes from Dauphin Island!
This charming cottage sits directly on the bay on Mon Louis Island and provides breathtaking views from most of the home! You will love the open floor plan and the huge island in the kitchen. Enjoy your morning coffee on the comfortable covered porch watching the sunrise over the bay, an afternoon grilling out, or an evening relaxing by the fire. The beautiful Dauphin Island beaches are just a 10 minute drive away and 30 minutes to historic Downtown Mobile! No ocean access from the property.
$113 per night
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Condo in Orange Beach
Beachfront - PENTHOUSE - Breathtaking Views!
In the heart of Orange Beach is this luxury condo with gorgeous views of the sugar white beaches & emerald waters. From the balcony you can watch the majestic sunrise or marvel at the dolphins playing. When a break from the beach is needed you can enjoy the many amenities onsite. Orange Beach offers activities for the whole family including restaurants & shopping. After a fun day prepare to make dinner in the well appointed kitchen, relax with the cheerful decor & comfortable sitting.
$103 per night

Stay near Dauphin Island's top sights

Dauphin Island East End Public Beach10 locals recommend
Islanders Restaurant33 locals recommend
The Estuarium at Dauphin Island Sea Lab48 locals recommend
Pirate's Bar And Grill44 locals recommend
Public Beach5 locals recommend
Mobile Bay Ferry32 locals recommend

Dauphin Island house rentals

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Home in Dauphin Island
Henry's House: A Cute Lil' Ol' Beach Shack
$154 per night
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Home in Dauphin Island
Seasong
$275 per night
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Home in Dauphin Island
Upscale w/ gulf view, close to beach, all you need
$196 per night
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Home in Orange Beach
Orange Beach Sea Salt Ocean Views
$177 per night
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Home in Pensacola
The Intendencia Suite
$73 per night
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Home in Gulf Shores
Ocean Views, Remote beach, fisherman’s paradise!
$150 per night
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Home in Pensacola
"The Blue Heron" Perfect Beach Getaway!
$92 per night
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Home in Gulf Shores
Thaw Out at the Beach with Warm Winter Rates
$158 per night
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Home in Pensacola
Best 3BR Retreat for 6 in Pensacola!
$117 per night
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Home in Gulf Shores
TRUE BLUE: Coastal cottage-walk to beach! POOL!
$145 per night
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Home in Pensacola
Ms Di's Place. Price Inclusive.
$125 per night
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Home in Pensacola
✨Olivia Downtown✨ Industrial chic/ Sleeps 4
$95 per night

Dauphin Island cottage rentals

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Cottage in Daphne
Fairhope Beachfront ・Screened Porch ・Bed Swing
$253 per night
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Cottage in Mobile
Peaceful Midtown Cottage in Quiet Neighborhood
$85 per night
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Cottage in Saraland
Drifting Inn (No Cleaning Fee)
$99 per night
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Cottage in Pensacola
Eclectic Eco- Friendly Luxe City Cottage
$133 per night
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Cottage in Pensacola
Salty Dog Downtown! Beach Vibes, Sleeps 4/King Bed
$96 per night
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Cottage in Daphne
The Little Cottage on Main
$90 per night
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Cottage in Gulf Shores
2 Minute Walk to the Beach!!! Pup Friendly! #30
$135 per night
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Cottage in Gulf Shores
Tipsy Tuna Bayside Cottage
$158 per night
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Cottage in Silverhill
Nina's Cottage - aka Grandma's House of Silverhill
$87 per night
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Cottage in Pensacola
⭐Chandler Cottage near Historic Downtown Pensacola
$80 per night
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Cottage in Mobile
Mobile AL Chic Midtown Bungalow | w/ Private Patio
$83 per night
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Cottage in Mobile
{B A Y} Quiet Midtown Retreat with King Bed
$83 per night

Dauphin Island beach vacation rentals

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Condo in Orange Beach
Phoenix X 1105- 1BR Florabama King Luxury Suite
$183 per night
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Condo in Dauphin Island
Stunning Beachfront Condo, Resort Amenities!
$102 per night
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Condo in Gulf Shores
Elegant Beach-Front Penthouse, 17th floor!
$143 per night
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Condo in Gulf Shores
- Front Row Ocean View! - Adorable and Fun!!!
$89 per night
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Condo in Gulf Shores
Beautiful Gulf Front Condo! Steps from the beach!
$128 per night
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Condo in Gulf Shores
Direct Beach Front! Gorgeous Million Dollar Views
$76 per night
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Condo in Gulf Shores
Amazing 6th Floor Gulf View, Sleeps 6, Quiet Beach
$125 per night
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Condo in Dauphin Island
OUR HAPPY PLACE / Discounted Rates for Offseason
$149 per night
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Condo in Orange Beach
Direct Gulf Front Studio on the Beach.
$133 per night
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Condo in Gulf Shores
Crystal Shores Condo with Spectacular Ocean View
$100 per night
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Condo in Gulf Shores
Relaxing and Bright studio on the beach (63)
$65 per night
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Condo in Gulf Shores
LIGHTHOUSE 902 - BEACHFRONT WITH VIEWS!
$93 per night

Your guide to Dauphin Island

All About Dauphin Island

The seafaring town of Dauphin Island — just across the bridge from Mobile, Alabama in the Gulf of Mexico — boasts white-sand beaches, fiery sunsets, and a reputation for tranquility. Amble down the beach past pastel-colored cottages, and watch for dolphins and herons hoping to steal the catch of the day from local fishermen. Venture out to see the historic Fort Gaines and marvel at the mystery of Shell Mound Park, where layers of seashells have created a beautifully preserved site. For a quiet town that’s only 14 miles long, there is no shortage of picturesque scenery, water activities, and local history to be soaked up here.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Dauphin Island

From April through until Labor Day weekend, Dauphin Island’s 1,300 residents are joined by visitors spending the summer season in town. The summer heat makes this an ideal time to enjoy the island’s pristine beaches, and the busier-than-normal buzz turns it into a lively coastal destination. Come in March or April for more tranquility, peak birdwatching, and beautiful tropical flower blooms – the weather is warm and sunny in spring too. It gets a bit chillier in Dauphin Island from October through February, though brisk seaside walks and the promise of warming up in cozy cafes make for a very welcome consolation prize. During winter months, it gets a little rainier on Dauphin Island, but temperatures never dip into freezing.


Top things to do in Dauphin Island

Birdwatching

While the dolphins often steal the show at Dauphin Island, this is also a prime spot for birdwatching. Every spring, 420 species of birds fly into town for a pit stop along their migratory path north from Central and South America. You can best spot them at Audubon Bird Sanctuary, with its 137-acres of protected marshes, dunes, swamp, and beach.

Fort Gaines

The pentagonal outline of Fort Gaines stands at the eastern tip of the island, guarding Mobile Bay as it has done for over 150 years. Visitors head here to explore the tunnel system, visit the blacksmith shop, and inspect original cannons fired during the Battle of Mobile Bay in 1864. The on-site museum showcases period clothing and local photographs, while the lookout points provide commanding views of the ocean.

Shell Mound Park

Shell mounds — or handmade layers of oyster, mussel, and various other shells to form hills — can be found sprinkled around the Gulf Coast and usually demarcate an important Indigenous settlement. Traditionally, tribe leaders would have their houses at the top of the mounds, with the rest of the community living below. These sites were hubs for gathering, trading, and celebratory feasts, and have lasting cultural and historical importance. Today, this park and bird sanctuary is a scenic and informative place for a stroll.

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