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Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks

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Living area
Pool
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12236.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Pascagoula, MS (PGL-Trent Lott Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks

The Big Chill

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Dive into a world of tranquility at this luxury beach home that features its own private pool for unparalleled relaxation. Located on the north bayfront but boasting southern views of the Gulf of Mexico, you’ll enjoy sea breezes and dining alfresco on the huge, furnished back deck overlooking the pool.

Inside, a warm, inviting living and dining area welcomes everyone to gather together to enjoy each other’s company - including the dogs! There’s seating for meals at both a dining table, as well as a breakfast bar in the well-equipped kitchen featuring gleaming stainless steel appliances and a convenient in-door icemaker. Naturally, the private gas grill is perfect for putting together tasty homemade meals. The comfy living room furniture is just the spot to settle in and catch up with cable and your favorite streaming shows. Each bedroom boasts its own TV, meaning all of your guests will have their own personalized entertainment options available.

When it’s time to explore your surroundings, make sure to take advantage of all Dauphin Island has to offer, starting with swimming, sunbathing, and collecting shells and sea glass. Beach time can be just steps from the back deck to the calming Bay waters, or take a short stroll to the public Gulf beach access where the waves are a little larger. Dauphin Island’s laid-back beach town charm exudes from the miles of paved trails for birding, biking, and running, lack of crowds, unique restaurant and shopping options, boating, jet-skiing, fishing, and even a historic site, bird sanctuary, and marine estuary to visit!

Your perfect Gulf-front oasis awaits! Whether you're frolicking in the waters of nearby beaches or the private pool, you'll always remember your time here.

Things to Know
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 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
There is a $30 per day mandatory fee with up to a maximum of $200 for seven nights or longer.

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. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 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 manager

Vacasa of Alabama
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
Dogs only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is on the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 11 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 12 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 15 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches, West End Beach and Dauphin Island Public Beach. East End Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house dream!
It was exactly as advertised and we could have stayed another week if real life didn't interfere. The back deck and pool were perfect and we spent most of our time there. The house was spacious and comfortable, i could see how hosting a larger group would be easy peasy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

The Big Chill
Cleanliness was perfect. Heated pool not so much. Could only use it 2 days out of our week. It wasn’t heating properly
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
work with a beautiful view
This was the perfect property for our professional retreat! Excellent service.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Great Home with Amazing Views
Love the porches, pool, views, and furnishings!
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8/10 Good

Donald W.

Vacation at big chill
The pool was very nice, the house was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extended family vacation
Slept 12 nicely and low key vibe of area was great. Lots of time to just enjoy family without crowds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
We stayed for a long weekend and it was perfect. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maegan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer 2024
We wanted to enjoy fireworks on the beach and it was awesome. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Miranda E.

Beautiful home
Loved the space and the pool was a huge hit with our group. We visited while very windy, but the pool was perfect. Great beds and plenty of room for our group of 6
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8/10 Good

Hope R.

Overall great home
Location was perfect the home was clean minus the mold on the wall in the bathroom with bunk beds. Family enjoyed the home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Derrick G.

Excellent location and pool is awesome
Huge house with lots of space and natural light. Very clean and can accommodate large parties. Will definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Wadie F.

The Big Chill was great!
The beech house had the Bay behind us with a good beech. Our entire family enjoyed the Bay & beech. We also went to the beech on the ocean side. Was close to our house. Having a pool was wonderful. Used it every day. We sat on the covered deck day & night. The house was great for 7 adults & 5 children. Washer & dryer used every day. We all definitely recommend THE BIG CHILL to everyone.
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10/10 Excellent

heaterh j.

Perfect
Great house. Clean, bright, and easy access to beach and sound. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Malissa S.

Great stay!
The house was very clean and organized. The bedrooms were very spacious. I loved that it had 4 & 1/2 bathrooms.

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
We love staying at the beach. This house had its own little stretch of beach on the bay and was a very short walk to a beach on the gulf. All the amenities of the house were as listed and in great shape. Really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrinia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time!
Beautiful property. Home was clean and comfy. Right on the water and the family had so much fun.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Great House!
This was the perfect house for our family Thanksgiving! 9 adults and 1 baby and we had so much space! The beds were comfortable and the kitchen and living room area was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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6/10 Okay

Tyler S.

The Big Chill vacation house
We loved the house but there were some problems. WiFi was not working initially but the company came out and fixed it. The ice maker didn’t work Kureg didn’t work, mosquitoes were bad in the evening in the back of the house but slightly improved when they came and mowed. There was a scum ring around the inside of the pool. Animal hair was on the floors and furniture I tried to clean most of it up myself. But all in all we enjoyed the house and our time here.
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10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Perfect girls trip!
This house is amazing! It handled a large group easily with nice furniture, many comfortable beds, and lovely bathrooms. We loved cooking in the well-appointed kitchen. All the appliances were very nice. Even though the temperatures were still chilly for swimming in the ocean, we enjoyed swimming in the pool and lounging on the deck. We enjoyed walking through the backyard to the bay and taking a short walk to the Gulf. The views are fantastic from the front and the back. We had such a great time and it fit our needs perfectly. We will happily return to this lovely home.
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10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Wow
Super clean house. Very comfortable for a larger groups.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last minute getaway
Fantastic property, very short walk to the beach, very clean. You will have to carry your luggage and other things up a few flights of stairs when you get there so keep that in mind if you have mobility problems. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia W.

graduation get away
great place for a group of 10 graduating graduate students...would love to see more stable internet, a broom, and the living room fan operable...the home itself was AMAZING and the kitchen was well stocked with all needed materials.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Peaceful!
Our family loved everything about the house. Kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. (Even a crock pot) parking permits were provided for the private beaches. My only complaint would be the mosquito’s we were unable to enjoy the bay in the back yard. They were truly terrible! This is just nature we know we just want to make sure future guest are aware. Maybe it was just from all the rain. Otherwise great house, great location! ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous Home for Large Families
The Glass Pearl is a fabulous home for large families. The home is beautiful and well furnished. There are plenty of beds for everyone. The artwork will make you smile. Love the pantry and extra shelves for storing food for the week. It was so peaceful looking at the Bay and being able to enjoy it and yet also, being able to walk across the street to the Gulf. You have the best of both worlds at this house. We will be back next year!

8/10 Good

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The Big Chill
We had an amazing time! The property was the perfect size for our family of 7 and had everything we needed in the kitchen for several home cooked meals. The description of the property made it seem like there was a dock into the bay behind the house but there was only a small beach with both neighbors having a dock instead. My only complaint about the property was the fact that we couldn’t use the backyard or go under the house without being absolutely attacked by mosquitoes!! My 9 year old daughter walked under the house one evening to grab something and came out with about 15 bites. The mosquitoes would swarm us every time we went to get in our car or take out the dogs. Some sort of pest control or at least a few cans of bug spray for your next guests would be super beneficial!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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