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Bayfront beauty with a pool, grill, dock, reading room, board games, & AC

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Living area
Pool
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Fort Gaines
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bayfront beauty with a pool, grill, dock, reading room, board games, & AC

Buchanan Bay Haven

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Overlooking the bay, this beautiful home provides the perfect landing point for your next vacation to Alabama! A true focal point of the home is the glimmering bay-front pool. When you aren't taking invigorating dips into the water, fire up the gas grill for a delicious barbecued meal, or sunbathe on the dock.

Away from your stay, enjoy exploring the Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Indian Shell Mound Park, the Alabama Aquarium, and Kiva Dunes Public Golf Course.

Completely renovated and curated for your comfort, the interior of your retreat is a place of pure peace. The cozy living room provides a serene space to sit and tune into your favorite TV shows and movies. The full kitchen makes cooking come naturally amongst the stainless steel appliances and gleaming countertops. When you're ready to eat, dine at the formal dining table, or alfresco, poolside. Coffee lovers will be delighted by the home's separate coffee bar.

The four bedrooms have all been adorned with charming nautical touches and soft linens. The fifth room is an elegant reading room, complete with an expansive collection of books, and great natural lighting. Self-care will come easily as you sink into the spa-like soaking tub after a day spent in the sun, and the private washer/dryer ensures that chore time is the least of your concerns. Additional interior perks include central air-conditioning and children's games.

Rest assured that no matter how you decide to spend your time in Dauphin Island, the memories are sure to be life-long, and shrouded in sunshine.

THINGS TO KNOW
Streaming services available with guests’ own account(s).
This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

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
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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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 on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Pass Drury, a neighbourhood in Dauphin Island. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Fort Gaines - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bayfront beauty with a pool, grill, dock, reading room, board games, & AC have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Bayfront beauty with a pool, grill, dock, reading room, board games, & AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bayfront beauty with a pool, grill, dock, reading room, board games, & AC?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at Bayfront beauty with a pool, grill, dock, reading room, board games, & AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayfront beauty with a pool, grill, dock, reading room, board games, & AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayfront beauty with a pool, grill, dock, reading room, board games, & AC located?

Located in Pass Drury, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Beaches. East End Beach and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 16 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ricardo R.

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

1 week stay!

Pros: Checking in is simple! Beautiful interior in home with 5 rooms. It has an outstanding view looking out into the bay! There is a lighted pool, a private deck in the backyard to do some fishing and a lounging area on the back porch! It was very clean and well kept up! Cons: The beds were extremely hard to sleep on. It almost felt like sleeping on a box spring. WiFi is not good at all and will lag continuously when trying to watch television or use internet.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Extremely disappointed

Where do I begin first off when we got there? The place was absolutely filthy. We couldn’t get the wash machine to work. I finally got a hold of someone. They said they were sending someone out. They never showed up so my husband and his best friend fixed it then the dryer wouldn’t work found out. It was the filter in the back going through the wall up to the second floor and my husband and his friend again had to climb on a ladder and fix that in order to get the dryer to work, so the house wouldn’t catch on fire. The dock is extremely dangerous do not stay there if you have children actually, my son fell off at night time in the dark in the water and we couldn’t find him. It was a horrible experience and again the house was absolutely filthy. The pool was dirty. I asked them to have it clean for us due to some circumstances of health issues and everything was dirty. There was vomit in the shower. I don’t know who they have cleaning but they’re not doing their job. It’s a beautiful location. And the house itself is super cute and no one’s taking care of it they’re just letting it go so sad and was very embarrassed in front of our friends. Don’t ask me how it got a 4 1/2 star because I wouldn’t give it one. the one is for the location. The view is absolutely gorgeous, but other than that it was not a good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Heidi A.

Gorgeous home and pool

The home and pool was very clean and enjoyed by our family. The view was amazing and it was in a quiet neighborhood. However, the beds are hard and you cannot use the trundle mattress it is caved in the middle.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN D.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Regina W.

Great home, very few issues!

We loved this home! We are already talking about booking for next year. There were a few small issues within the home, but nothing major. Great home in a great location!

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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

Birthday trip

Very enjoyable, relaxing and peaceful. The area was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

Hidden gem

This house is absolutely beautiful, inside and out. The house itself is much bigger than we anticipated. Everything was lovely and there were numerous special little touches throughout the house that made it a beautiful and relaxing stay. I would absolutely recommend this rental to anyone looking to stay on Dauphin Island.
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10/10 Excellent

Max K.

Win for a family of 4-5

We enjoyed our late April visit to Dauphin Island on Buchanan Bay. The Pool, fishing off the dock, and grilling out was great. Two public beaches on each end of the island and golf kept us busy. Private beach access is also available.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tana Y.

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

LilBit

Comfy property
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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6/10 Okay

Andrea P.

Very few amenities

Pros: The house was beautiful. The couch was super comfy. Cons: Beds were very firm. 2 double beds both had broken support boards. There are minimal things in the home (no hair dryer, no pot holders, no kitchen rags, no extra blankets, 2 washcloths in the whole house). The dock was broken and we had 2 people scratch themselves- after the second visit from maintenance it did get fixed :).
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8/10 Good

Anthony S.

Great outdoor space.

Very relaxing back porch. Comfortable porch furniture to enjoy the views!

8/10 Good

Julie B.

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

March Madness

House was very nice. Property needs a bit up keep. But overall we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tammie W.

Fabulous location ! Loved the house and the pool ! Perfect for my family!

Loved the spacious bedrooms , multiple tvs in all rooms , great outdoor area with pool , comfortable den ! We loved it

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

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

Island time

Loved this property! May have been our favorite so far!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy B.

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

Fun in the sun

It was great except the driveway flooded and i had to wade through water and my shoes was soaked all the way home on day of check out
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

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