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Dauphin Island vacation rentals

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Condo in Dauphin Island
Ocean-View Condo w/ 2 Pools + Resort Amenities!
Escape to the white-sand shores of Dauphin Island when you stay at this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental! The condo boasts stunning ocean views from the balcony, complete with ample modern luxuries including a fully equipped kitchen, access to 2 pools, a fitness center, and more. Explore the island for the day with a visit to Fort Gaines or the Estuarium, and later, head to the beach for a sunset picnic. This idyllic beach condo has all the makings for a relaxing coastal getaway!
$231 per night
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Condo in Dauphin Island
NEW! Sunny 1st-Floor Condo w/ Ocean-View Balcony!
Sun-seekers rejoice! Soak up those oceanside rays at this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Dauphin Island vacation rental. Just steps from the beach within The Holiday Isle Resort, this serene 1st-floor condo features an inviting living space, a fully equipped kitchen, an oceanfront balcony, and access to community amenities like an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, a spa, sauna, fitness center, and game room. Search for seashells and lost treasures on Dauphin Beach then dine out at Pirate's Bar and Grill.
$214 per night
Condo in Dauphin Island
Oceanfront Resort Condo w/ Private Beachwalk!
The moment you step into this sunny Dauphin Island condo you’ll feel your stress fade away. The 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental boasts stunning oceanfront views, luxurious resort amenities, and a well-appointed interior with all your at-home needs. When you’re not strolling down the beach or building sandcastles with the kiddos, take a break from the sun and take a dip in the indoor pool or visit the Audubon Bird Sanctuary or Fort Gains for family-friendly and historical activities.
$223 per night

Stay near Dauphin Island's top sights

Photo of Dauphin Island East End Public Beach
Dauphin Island East End Public Beach10 locals recommend
Photo of Pirate's Bar And Grill
Pirate's Bar And Grill44 locals recommend
Photo of The Estuarium at Dauphin Island Sea Lab
The Estuarium at Dauphin Island Sea Lab48 locals recommend
Photo of Mobile Bay Ferry
Mobile Bay Ferry33 locals recommend
Photo of Public Beach
Public Beach6 locals recommend
Photo of Islanders Restaurant
Islanders Restaurant33 locals recommend

Dauphin Island house rentals

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1BR Oceanfront Dog Friendly | Hot Tub | Elevator
$349 per night
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Well-Equipped 4BR Oceanfront Dog Friendly
$410 per night
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Quiet Fisherman's House w/ Hot Tub + Tiki Bar!
$240 per night
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Henry's House: A Cute Lil' Ol' Beach Shack
$155 per night
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Amazing 3BR Oceanview Dog Friendly | Balcony
$361 per night
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Charming 3BR Oceanfront | Balcony | W/D
$470 per night
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2BR Dog Friendly | Hot Tub | Deck | W/D
$192 per night
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Sunny Winter: Great deals to beat winter blues
$154 per night
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Home in Dauphin Island
Amazing View 3BR Oceanview Dog Friendly | Deck
$263 per night
Home in Dauphin Island
3BR Oceanfront Dog Friendly | Hot Tub | Balcony
$392 per night
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4BR Dog Friendly Gulf View Home | AC | W/D
$498 per night
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Spectacular 3BR Oceanfront | Balcony | W/D
$394 per night

Dauphin Island condo rentals

Condo in Dauphin Island
Dauphin Island Condo w/ Pool, Balcony & Ocean View
$171 per night
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Condo in Dauphin Island
Stunning 2BR Gulffront 6th-Floor | Balcony
$243 per night
Condo in Dauphin Island
Wonderful 2BR Oceanfront 2nd-Floor | Balcony
$125 per night
Condo in Gulf Shores
Beachfront - Amazing views - Lots of Amenities
$205 per night
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Condo in Dauphin Island
Gorgeous Beachfront Condo with Amazing Amenities
$240 per night
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Condo in Dauphin Island
Loosie’s by the BEACH
$150 per night
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Condo in Gulf Shores
Gorgeous Gulf Views, Awesome Amenities!
$169 per night
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Beachfront - Gulf Views!!!Adorable Corner Unit!!!
$143 per night
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Condo in Dauphin Island
NEW! Amazing Beachfront Views The Pelican Place
$328 per night
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Condo in Gulf Shores
Beachfront - High Rise - Lots of Amenities
$194 per night
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Condo in Dauphin Island
Great views, great access, updated condo! - Calm
$187 per night
Condo in Gulf Shores
Sea the Surf Beachfront GetAway!
$187 per night
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Dauphin Island beach vacation rentals

Cottage in Dauphin Island
Island Sun – Gulf Front, Volleyball Pit, Updated
$186 per night
Cabin in Dauphin Island
TheAlabamAframe w/Hot Tub - Dauphin Island
$267 per night
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Cottage in Dauphin Island
Seafari - Cozy Seaside Beach Cottage just a few
$119 per night
Rental unit in Dauphin Island
Happy Joy- Steps to the Beach!
$140 per night
Cottage in Dauphin Island
Timeless, authentic and endearing! A bayside
$202 per night
Cottage in Dauphin Island
Beautiful Gulf Front home at the waves - Southern
$180 per night
Condo in Dauphin Island
Resort-Style Dauphin Island Condo w/ Beach View!
$336 per night
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Condo in Dauphin Island
Beachfront Bliss on Dauphin Island w/ Pool Access!
$208 per night
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Condo in Dauphin Island
Family Condo: Resort Pool Access & Ocean View
$196 per night
Rental unit in Dauphin Island
BeachFront. Indoor&Outdoor Pools. Best Gulf View.
$295 per night
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Cottage in Dauphin Island
SeaBatical - Close to the beach and great
$154 per night
Vacation home in Dauphin Island
Water Front & Dog Friendly Beach Retreat
$254 per night
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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.


When is 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.


What are the 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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