Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!

Property grounds
Smart TV, video games, DVD player, table tennis
Interior
Outdoor dining
Game room
9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(170 Ratings)

House in Dauphin Island, AL

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this house rental

The three minute video attached says it best! "Lil" House is a four bedroom, three bath house, with spacious living area and something for everyone in your group! Its unique wrap-around porch allows for a breeze at any time of the day or night. Designed like a riverboat, each room (including the bedrooms) have doors leading out to the wrap-around porch. The house's best feature is the sunsets which are unobstructed due to its northern most point on the island. They can be observed from the upper or lower deck with lots of seating options on each. The sandy yard with a wooden boardwalk-covered seawall only feet from the porch allows for the best of both island worlds.....sand fun for the kids and sunbathers, and boat access for the swimmers and sports enthusiast. The fishing from the dock is great both day and night. The underwater nightlight is an added bonus and lends itself to great night fishing. Swimming, kayaking and paddle-boarding (all included) are extremely easy to do right in front of the house. AND its so close to the house that you can talk to your family and friends on the front porch while you swim in front of the house. Dolphins are seen often frolicking out front and dive-bombing pelicans are very entertaining to watch from one of the bed swing, two porch swings, three sofas, two arm chairs, two lounge chairs, or two rocking chairs.

The master bedroom has a queen size bed and a private bathroom. The second bedroom has a queen bed. The third has twin beds with one trundle. And the fourth bedroom, called the Teen Bunk Room because it is located downstairs with a separate entrance offering lots of privacy, has two sets of bunk beds with twin beds on top and full size beds on bottom. This room is not suitable for small children however, since there is no interior entrance to the bunkroom; it’s only accessible from the outside (which is covered.) The bunk room also has a TV and Wii, and its own bathroom.

Also, downstairs on the lower decks are four Adirondack chairs, a sofa, two arm chairs, a TV, a bed swing, a dining table and four chairs, a bar table with four barstools, and two lounge chairs for sun bathing. A green egg grill/smoker is provided and excellent for steaks and grilled oysters. There is also a PK grill that can be rolled out to the dock. There is a commercial grade ping pong table, as well as corn hole and bocce ball.

If you want to walk down to the Gulf-side beach, a wagon and beach chairs are provided. Our favorite thing to do with kids is to walk the 2 blocks to the beach at dusk with flashlights, nets, and buckets and let them chase and capture sand crabs. The best part is letting the crabs go at one time and watching the kids scramble to get out of the way!

Other things we like to do on the island include exploring the deserted stretch of sand dunes, riding bikes on the 9-mile bike path, spending the day at the Isle Dauphine Public Swim Club swimming in the pool or playing pickleball/tennis/golf, renting a pontoon boat and taking it for a picnic lunch on sand island, paddling the kayaks in the nearby estuary where you can park and walk to the wine bar or the sno cone place, touring the bird sanctuary or the Aquarium of Alabama, enjoying fresh pastries at Lighthouse Bakery, or walking to Island Rainbow for a snow cone or pizza dinner. Each fun-filled day will culminate with an amazing and memorable sunset that can be watched from the front porch or dock.

So whether you are a family with small children, or snowbirds looking for tranquility, or a fishing enthusiast, Lil House is for you! And the following pictures tell it all! (Don’t miss the four minute video!)

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Family friendly

Map of Dauphin Island, AL

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(170 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2024
We have stayed all over the island and Lil House is one of our favorites. Lovely host and touches throughout. Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
This was our third stay at Susan's home and each visit is better than the last. We love all of the updates. This home is the perfect place to relax and spend time with your family. There were ten of us this trip including our 3 adult children and their significant others, our teenager and our 9 year old grandson. Lots of fun was had by all! Thanks again for a wonderful place to vacation.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
This was our third time at Lil House and it never disappoints.The house is great, and Susan is always available if you have any questions. We have already booked for 2025 and we can’t wait to return. Thank you Susan for sharing your home with us. Tim B.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Our family loved everything about this beautiful property! Susan was very hospitable and kind. We highly recommend staying here while on Dauphin Island!
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Everything was spectacular !!!! The sunsets from the dock was amazing every night. They were million dollar sunsets and each one was special. The kayak and paddle board were used and appreciated by our entire group. The house was just right for our family of 8. The grills made cooking easy and fun. Everyone enjoyed the swing bed. This house and location is a 100/10 every time.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
Had a great week at Lil House with 6 adults and 2 infants! The house was clean and very well stocked. Especially enjoyed all the games and seating underneath the house. Next door neighbors were very nice and helpful too! We will be back!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
We have wanted to visit the Gulf Shores area for quite a while. I was impressed to find this gem on Dauphin Island. The property was amazing. It felt like a tropical home away from home. The home was clean and well appointed and the location on the water with kayaks, paddle boards, swimming, and finishing made it so we didn’t feel the need to leave to be entertained. The outdoor furniture and covered deck made enjoying the sunsets over the bay some for the memory books. Communication with the host was very easy. Would highly recommend and will come back to the Lil House when we visit Dauphin Island again.
10.0 / 10.0
Apr 2024
Lil House was great! Although the weather didn't cooperate for our fishing, we did have some incredible sunsets! Our 14 year old grandson did have a unique experience with a dolphin as it swam right next to his fishing kayak and followed him back to the dock. You could not ask for a better host than Susan. She provided us with a wealth of information about Dauphin Island, from where to grocery shop, places to visit, and contact information for a variety of rentals. We hope to come back to Lil House again!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Dauphin Island?

The average price for a rental in Dauphin Island is $272 per night. This rental is $191 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!. Enjoy the water!

Is Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS! pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Waterfront for swimming, fishin, w/kayaks, ping pong, dock, & memorable SUNSETS!?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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