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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12189.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

1st Floor NE Bedroom

1 Double Sofa Bed

Crow's Nest Bonus Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Downstairs Bonus Room

1 Single Bed

NE Master

1 King Bed

North King

1 King Bed

NW Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Common Half Bath

Downstairs Bonus Bath

NE Master Bath

North Bedroom Bath

NW Bedroom Bath

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Timeless, authentic and endearing! A bayside beauty with space for everything! -

The Bay House! Step back in time when beach houses were magnificent structures! This well-decorated house has beautiful pine floors and Mexican tile that artistically integrates styles in a refreshing way and sets the tone for a real getaway from the modern world. The home is well thought out with a 3rd-floor crow’s nest and bonus space on the ground floor that doubles as a hangout or extra bedroom. There are thoughtful touches everywhere, including a wet bar, a kitchen set up to entertain, and the always relaxing view and sounds of your private bay beach. There is ample outdoor space and multiple hangout areas for your group. It comes with outdoor games and is a short walk to the gulf beach, as well.

Gulf Beach access is 0.4 miles from the end of your driveway!

This property also includes an optional golf cart for an additional fee of $100/day (must rent for the entire stay). You will receive additional information regarding this option after you book your reservation.

As with all of our Dauphin Island Beach Rentals, all linens and towels are provided, WIFI, along with a fully-outfitted kitchen. There will be a starter pack of toilet paper, paper towels, and trash bags; please plan on bringing more for day 2 ;). A great beach vacation is waiting on you!

House Rules:
1. Minimum Age for the Primary Renter is 25, and Primary Renter must be present for the entire stay.
2. Maximum Occupancy numbers include Children 3 and over and cannot be exceeded at any time.
3. All of our Homes are Non-Smoking.
4. A signed Rental Agreement is Required, which contains additional Rules and Guidance.
5. This property does not allow weddings or parties.
6. Check-in time is 3 pm, and check-out time is 10 am.
7. Start dishes and linens before departure.
8. Take the trash can to the street on Tuesday night and Friday night.
9. . This home is pet-friendly with prior permission. 2-Pet Maximum Limit - Dogs Only. $200 per dog per stay pet fee plus tax.

Property manager

Dauphin Island Beach Rentals
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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. 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

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 12 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Timeless, authentic and endearing! A bayside beauty with space for everything! - pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Timeless, authentic and endearing! A bayside beauty with space for everything! -?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Timeless, authentic and endearing! A bayside beauty with space for everything! -?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Timeless, authentic and endearing! A bayside beauty with space for everything! - located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches, Dauphin Island Public Beach and West End Beach. Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Amazing stay in the offseason

The initial reaction to the house when you step in the front door is “WOW”, the amazing view of the Mississippi Sound on the north side of the island takes your breath away. The house had plenty of space for my wife and I, two friends that traveled, and our Airedale terrier. The kitchen was well stocked with cookware and gadgets and the two refrigerators we had plenty of cold storage for food and adult beverages. The house is a short walk to public beach access. The management group was more than accommodating when we had questions about the island and our parking pass. We even met the home owner who also was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Great location and view

We really enjoyed our stay. Golf cart rental on site was super convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

anita j.

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

Bay House

We stayed at the Bay House previously. This is one of our favorites on Dauphin Island. Beautiful! Accommodated our large family!! Directly on the Bay with small beach that you pretty much have to your
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jona H.

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

Gulf Side

The house was the best we’ve stayed in over our 10 years of family beach vacations. It was the first time we stayed Gulf side & in a fishing friendly place. The view was different from ocean side but had its own beauty ocean views can’t offer. The community was friendly and welcoming. It was also stress free to get the code for the door which is one thing that has been frustrating with our other stays. The property manager was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Incredible stay.

We had amazing time . Beautiful house, beaches, boats to rent, easy access to everything via a rented golf cart. See next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer p.

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

Relaxing

Amazing stay, incredible views!! Would recommend 1000%
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisia S.

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

Perfect week!

We LOVED this property! Everything we needed was available, great location! Definitely a new favorite!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

The house was cozy and accommodated all 13 of my family well.

Loved our stay. The house had almost everything you need inside and out. The house and the rest of the island is very family oriented. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

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

Sad to leave our island experience

Nice property with easy access to the bay. Rooms comfy and plenty large. Beautiful bday views, amazing breeze, two kayaks
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

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

The Bay House!

We loved our stay at the bay house! The house was very clean and has everything we needed. Access to the bay was great for little ones and the beach was an easy, short walk. There are some sharp broken shells when you first wade in, so water shoes are a must.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing stay

This property is located in a quiet area of Dauphin Island on the bay. We enjoyed the view, the tranquility and the house. Thanks for the like-new mattresses! Areas for improvement would be the beach equipment. Chairs and play equipment needs replaced. I'll say,though, that is is minor in the overall scheme of things. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Catherine G., Huntsville, AL, USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

We had a wonderful time here, the home was great and had everything we needed for our stay. The back deck had such amazing views of the bay! We spent most of our days and evenings sitting out there talking and taking it all in. There is some construction going on next door. A notice for that would have been nice as it was VERY loud, but over-all we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Sondra T.

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

Nice and comfortable, but

Unkept and overground. Nicely decorated and fully furnished with the latest. Would stay again IF, everything was operable. Upstairs TV could only be watch if subscription was made. Bathrooms had dirty towels in them with mold and mildew in shower stalls. Bedding is very comfortable with plenty pillows. One toilet had wiggled its way from the floor mount, so it caused a problem. It rains the whole time of our stay, so if the grounds outside was kept, it would have been nice to went outside and enjoyed that area underneath and around the Bayhouse. Good area of the island to enjoy peace and quiet with little to no tourists.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Beautiful house

We had a great long weekend at the Bay House. It is so charming, comfortable and beautifully decorated. The view is great, feels very private. The decks are even more spacious than the pictures show. Our one complaint was that there is no door to the downstairs sleeping area. Also to get to the charming cupola bedroom you have to go through the master bedroom. It was ok for us because we are a family but might be a problem for some.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Lovely - relaxing- low key vacation

Family of four adults spent the week at this lovely decorated rental. The view of the bay was so relaxing. We rented chairs and umbrellas and spent our days going to our own private beach on the bay. We did not venture out much because we loved the location and enjoy cooking. When the grill wasn’t.working well, they replaced it with a new one. We spent our nights on the deck playing cards and having cocktails. Made a morning trip to USS Alabama and Fort Gains. Best part of the trip was having our dogs with us. Wonderful trip.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Regina r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

The bay House

Nice home with a beautiful view. Crows nest room smaller than it appears. Also stairs to crows nest room are off a master king room. Be prepared to wake up with the kids.Shower in middle king room no hot water. All showers are small. No tub in the house. Hard with children not having a tub. Not the best cleaned. Needs kitchen utensils. Over all a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Amy T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

A lot of potential but in much needed maintenance

The property is rundown and needs maintenance and overall TLC. It also had not been cleaned properly, there was mold in the bathrooms and dust and dog hair throughout the house. If these items were addressed it would be a great house to stay at.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., Lake Mills

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

Beautiful waterfront property

This home is a perfect location on Dauphin Island. It is well stocked and beautifully decorated. The back door leads to a lovely deck that is gated. You walk down the lighted deck to the sandy walkway, and then are right on the beach. The water is shallow enough to walk out about 75 feet. Birds fly through and occasionally dive for fish. This house is on the bay side of the island so we didn’t have to worry about rip tides. Many shells to look at and chairs are available to bring down to the shore. Amazing sunsets and sunrises. The deck has a water spout to rinse your feet and your dogs after you visit the beach. The kitchen is stocked and functional and has a dishwasher. Washer and dryer are just off the kitchen and work well. The tv room is comfortable and includes dish. There are some games to play as well. Very quiet neighborhood. The rooms are comfortable and each has its own bathroom with shower. Amazing views of the beach from every room. Each room has double doors that open to the upper deck. We rented bikes and roses across the island. This house is about 2 miles to downtown. The place was impeccably clean. I highly recommend! It was the perfect getaway from our busy life.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Jane S.

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

Beautiful and relaxing

Overall this was a beautiful and fantastic place to stay. We were there with 4 adults each wanting our own room. We wanted to relax, enjoy nature, play games, cook our own food and unwind for a week. This was achieved. The kitchen was very big with plenty of the necessary items for cooking.. There were lots of cute plates and glasses so we did not have to constantly do the dishes. Plenty of storage and very clean. The laundry was right off the kitchen on the first floor so very convenient. I would say a new regular coffee pot would be nice instead of the keurig. The one that was there worked but the top was slightly broken. There were two refrigerators which was handy. The dish washer was rusted on spots on the racks but worked. The knives definitely need sharpening or replacement. I have stayed in similarly priced houses where the kitchen cooking and storage items were organized and the drawers labeled. That would have helped a lot. The dining table was large, overlooked the bay and plenty of room for eating and games. I would suggest tightening it so it does not wobble. The living area was just off of here and had a great TV and electric fire place which came in handy some days. The sun room was also very cute. The porch was wonderful, looked at the bay, plenty of chairs, a hose to rinse off the sand. This was our favorite spot to sit and relax. The beach on the bay was an easy walk. The beds were very comfortable and clean. We were planning on using the third floor look out bedroom but it was extremely hot and humid when we arrived and did not cool off easily. Our temperatures ranged from 81 the beginning of the week to 32 the end! It took the first day to cool off using a fan to blow the air up to that area. So one adult slept in the day bed which was passable but not the best. Overall temperature regulation was a challenge in part due to the very fluctuating outside temperatures. We are used to the well insulated houses of the north as well!! Also you cannot open the windows and the third floor windows and several others were a challenge to see out of we think due to the double pane seals. Plenty of bedding and closet space and bathrooms. The location was excellent. A short drive to the west end of the island for fantastic ocean beach walks and amazing sunsets. It was extremely quiet and not too populated when we were there. I have tried to give an honest review and overall would stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorie S.

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

Ladies trip

The home was beautiful and had everything needed for a wonderful stay just add food and drinks and you are set! We were a party of four and there was plenty of room to gather or to have separate time to read or nap. We loved our stay at the Bayhouse
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

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

Fantastic Beach House

We checked in for a long weekend, and had a fantastic stay. The bay house was clean, roomy, and just a few steps from everything we wanted from staying on the Shorelines. Saw Dolphins, and Crabs from(and In) our back yard! Would definitely recommend. Note for Management: the only Issue we had was on the night before we left, the Wifi stopped working for some reason. A bit of an inconvenience. Otherwise had a great stay! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Devin W.

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

The Bay House

This was our second time staying at the Bay House and our time here was just as lovely as the first. We chose to come back because we love the location on the bay and the house is equipped with anything we would ever need, especially in the kitchen! The house is so nice and cozy and the bay is so peaceful and quiet. We cannot wait to plan our next trip to the Bay House!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Viki C.

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

Bay House

Beautiful house, perfect location in a quiet area. The house had everything we needed, views were amazing. The private beach was perfect for us and our dogs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Devin W.

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

Awesome house!

We had a lovely stay at the Bay House. The house was equipped with everything we needed. Cannot wait to visit again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erika D.

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

Relaxing!

We really enjoyed this beautiful home. The bay access to a private beach was awesome, and only steps from Oceanside. The town is very quiet and not a lot of people which was also nice. We plan to return! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

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