Ahh House - Bayfront House, Short Walk to Gulf Beach
House in Dauphin Island, AL
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
Ahhh House is a gorgeous 4/3 on the serene bayside of Dauphin Island. The property is also directly across the street from the Gulf of Mexico, so you can enjoy the best of both worlds. The house has an open floor plan with big space to spread out. The high ceilings and extra windows create an immersive beach vacation experience. You will have great views in both directions. The decks are large and have a combination of shade and sun. You will not be disappointed, come have your dream vacation! This property is pet friendly.
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!
Please note the following 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. Only dogs, must be approved by insurance policy—2-Pet Maximum Limit - $100 per dog per stay pet fee.
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!
Please note the following 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. Only dogs, must be approved by insurance policy—2-Pet Maximum Limit - $100 per dog per stay pet fee.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Dauphin Island, AL
££££
Reviews
5.0
We loved dauphin island and the peacefulness of it! The house was perfect and not a bad walk to the beach! We enjoyed our stay at the ahhh house 🙂
4.0
The house is beautiful and well thought out, with wonderful decks and plenty of places to wash off the sand before entering. I've had other VRBO houses be less than clean, but this home was immaculate and I had no concerns about the bedding.
My group found the beds a little uncomfortable, but we are used to sleeping on Memory Foam mattresses. The bed frames squeak when turning, so 2 restless people in the bed was challenging.
Overall this is an amazing property with gorgeous views, and easy access to both bay and Gulf beaches.
5.0
The Ahhh House was perfect for our family of 7 (My wife & I, plus 5 boys ages 6-17). It was very clean...had everything you need to prepare dinners. It has a charcoal grill, but it's a "park-like" grill so no lid, & its a bit difficult to grill if its windy. We had some slight issues with using the key to lock the door when we left & at night. Property management handled it ASAP.
My kids love to fish and throw cast nets, so having easy access to the bay was so awesome. We spent a full day just swimming & fishing in the bay. I assume because of past hurricanes there is some "stuff" in the bay, plus there are rocky areas...just be aware or wear water shoes. The beach access is just across the non-busy street. The beach was awesome. Great sand...great surf. We could pack a wagon, cooler & lunch to spend the day. If someone forgot something it was a 4-5 minute walk back to the house. No crowds at all because only the surrounding single-family homes have access.
We love the beach & fishing. We make most of our meals, so Dauphin Island is perfect for us. If you like a lot of restaurant choices...you'll be dissatisfied. Hit up a grocery before you get on the island...the Ship & Shore has everything you need to fill in for a vacation, but not a ton of selection.
We had almost rain free weather, so it was beach or bay every day, but did spend a morning visiting the Alabama Aquarium, Fort Gaines & other Bird Sanctuary trails followed by lunch at Pirates Bar & Grill. It was great.
5.0
The house was great! Directly across from the beach and also had the bay directly out the back. The kids loves crab hunting at night at the bay! The beds in 3 of the rooms could use better mattresses. But over all a great week at the beach
1.0
easily the worst place my family and I have stayed in 30+ years. we normally have a group of our family (40+ people) that travel together every year and we were looking for new places this year for all of our family to come. family time was nice as always but we didn’t get to really have a vacation seeing as we were trying to treat the ant infestation that this house has all week. eventually two days before we left, the property manager told the pest control that we have “sugar ants and that they don’t bite” however we are all covered in big bites and the pest control confirmed that it was fire ants and termites! the pest control people were great and apologized multiple times but it was not their fault seeing as it wasn’t made known to them. on top of everything we didn’t have a dryer until our last day which was an inconvenience seeing as we have small children and are at a beach. there were other minor things as well but this all could have been made a better experience if we at least had been shown respect. we tried multiple times through email, text, and calls but we were either ignored or told we’d get a call back which never happened until we went to the office. But like the property manger told us we need to stop making theories and let them know the problems so they can fix it. She also said we have to remember this is an island things are slow and laid back“this isn’t destin,gulf shores, or Mobil.” We were told over and over the manager would call and never did
5.0
The Ahh House was perfect for our family! Close to the beach, the deck was the perfect place for morning coffee, and it was so clean! We definitely enjoyed our time there!
5.0
The Ahhh house was everything described and more. Condition of the house and property was flawless and I stay at rentals several times a year, so I have many to compare to. Comfy, spotless, well designed and a perfect location. One of my friends who traveled with me is going back in the fall!
5.0
I’m a surf fisherman who rents 2-3 beach homes per year. This has been one of our favorites! It’s right across the street from the beach which made it easy to haul my gear. The house felt brand new and was well stocked. We can’t wait to come back! The only nits I will pick is that the king bed was pretty hard and while not necessarily due to the owners but more to irresponsible guests, the non-stick cookware needs to be replaced ASAP. I won’t hesitate to rent again.
5.0
It was a quiet stay with easy access to both the beach and the bay. The neighbors were nice and helpful as well!
3.0
22 Summer Vac
House is in a very good location to beach & bay, easy access to both. Two rear bedroom doors would not lock leaving us a bit uneasy leaving for a length of time. Appliances beginning to show their age, lacking decent stove top pans for cooking/frying, pans have non-stick servicing worn/missing - question safety of continued use. House keeping did a very good job before we arrived.
4.0
Beautiful Stay
My parents, my husband, 3 children, and I all stayed comfortably at this private beach house. The island is a perfect getaway! The property was adorable, very spacious, had an amazing bayside view, and was pretty clean. My only two complaints within the property management’s control was the kitchen could have been better stocked (not horrible, but not the best) and, while most of the property was spotless, one of the bedrooms had pet hair of some kind in the bed, there was yucky black mold on the stand of the margarita mixer, and the toilet looked like it had been rushed cleaned.
There were a few things to keep in mind, as well, that aren’t exactly in the property management’s control, but still deserve a heads up. For one, more construction has been done since the pictures, and now the gulf side view is pretty obstructed by other houses. Secondly, the next door neighbor is the “get off my lawn” type. My small kids accidentally crossed the road in front of his house. Even though they quickly switched over, he still came out to fuss at them.
Overall, this house is still a good bet. It’s one of the better priced on the island for all that you get. The beaches don’t have many people, and overall, the people are nice and the atmosphere is relaxed. A perfect vacation for those looking for seclusion and tranquility!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Dauphin Island?
The average price for a rental in Dauphin Island is £216 per night. This rental is £20 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Ahh House - Bayfront House, Short Walk to Gulf Beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Ahh House - Bayfront House, Short Walk to Gulf Beach pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Ahh House - Bayfront House, Short Walk to Gulf Beach?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, parking, and laundry.
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