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Dog-friendly beach house w/ stunning water views, wrap-around decks & a loft

4.0 star property
Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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On the beautiful beaches of Dauphin Island, The Crab Shack offers a serene retreat with direct views of the Gulf of Mexico and Audubon Sanctuary. Unwind on the large wrap-around porch while sipping a cocktail or relax in paradise reading a book. This dog-friendly home features an upstairs loft, full kitchen with everything you need to make cooking easy and custom artwork throughout.

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Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 133465 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dog-friendly beach house w/ stunning water views, wrap-around decks & a loft

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun
Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home has 4 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,465 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 35 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
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About the area

Map
Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • East End Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Fort Gaines - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly beach house w/ stunning water views, wrap-around decks & a loft pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dog-friendly beach house w/ stunning water views, wrap-around decks & a loft?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly beach house w/ stunning water views, wrap-around decks & a loft?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly beach house w/ stunning water views, wrap-around decks & a loft?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly beach house w/ stunning water views, wrap-around decks & a loft located?

Nestled on the beach, this Audubon Place holiday home is steps away from Dauphin Island Beaches, East End Beach and Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Dog-friendly beach house w/ stunning water views, wrap-around decks & a loft Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

4/10 Poor

John R.

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

Sad state of disrepair.

The view is wonderful, and the house could be. BUT IT IS NOW IN A VERY SAF STATE IF DISREPAIR. Two windows are closed up with storm shutters. A main set of French doors to the deck is nailed shut with boards, the fireplace is non-functional, multiple fans don’t work, the stove is pitiful. Not what you should get in an exclusive gated community on the beach. The house is in fact not beachfront. It is one lot back from the beach and so it has no direct access to the beach. You have to around other properties to get to it. There’s more (sheet covering a window, screen porch but no screens, only one gate pass provided for everyone to share) but you get the point. Vacasa was unhelpful
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
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4/10 Poor

Jay A.

Cheap, but needs a lot of care

The only reason I give it 2 stars is because for the price I got it about a month from arrival and being beachfront I wasn’t expecting much. And I got what I expected. Lots of little maintenance could be done to make the house look better. Tons of bugs from huge cockroaches to an ant infestation. Local maintenance team is useless. Patio door can’t latch shut so you have to block it with a table so the wind doesn’t blow it open. This also caused a major safety hazard. 3 blinds in different rooms didn’t close so my neighbors could see my kids while they dressed/slept.
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10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo P.

Beautiful house

Crab Shack house is beautiful decorated and the location is perfect, right on a private beach. Highly recommended. Only a few suggestions: update the appliances (Kitchen and Fridge) and replace the portable BBQ that are very dated, it was impossible to control the burners of the BBQ and burned my hand (nothing critical).
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10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Crab Shack Fall retreat

Loved the proximity to the beach, had our own private beach spot to hang out and watch the kids. The house had everything we needed to cook. Had an issue with the Cable TV’s from a previous storm. Needed propane for the outdoor grill Unfortunately had to depart early due to a mandatory evacuation due to an incoming storm
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

LeAnn S.

Best Vacation!!

The location of this house is perfect! You walk down the stairs from the deck and your toes are in the sand. The house was beautifully decorated and had everything we needed to cook our meals. The beach is private which was great for our dog to run and play. This was the most relaxing vacation we have had in years. I would recommend this home if you want a very relaxing vacation. We will be renting this home again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

Loved The Crab Shack!

The location of this home was perfect; right on the water with a very private beach. The home itself was very spacious and beautifully decorated. It was perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

jamie b.

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

Location Location Location

The location of this property couldn't be beat! We loved being so close to the bird sanctuary, with no other beach front properties to the East of this house. Felt very private!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Justin A.

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

Dauphin vacation

Overall, I was pleased with the property and our first trip to Dauphin (have made many trips to Gulf Shores/Ft. Morgan). The back deck suffered some damage the week before from Cristobal, but that's nobody's fault. I would suggest some window shades in the bedrooms. The morning sunlight was welcome in the living area, but it would have been nice for a little more darkness in the early morning hours while still in bed. Finally, I was having trouble processing one of my payments. In an effort to clear it up, I tried to contact the property manager on several occasions, by phone and e-mail. I never received a response. I ultimately resolved it myself online.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

Mark & Carol’s family trip

Wonderful family trip. Our first in 5 years. We will definitely come back to this property. Right on the beach was a difference maker with a newborn & children. Thanks for a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Great time

In a remote place. Perfect for getting away during Covid-19
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Torrie G.

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

Panoramic paradise

We absolutely loved this house and it’s amazing views. My family and I had recently experienced a loss and needed an escape. Little did we know this house would be perfect not only for that but also offer privacy we didn’t know we needed. This house was like having an over the water bungalow minus the 15 hour flight and insane price tag. Our only issue was something on the cleaning people, not the place itself.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Right on the beach!

this place is perfect if you want to be "right on the beach"! we would stay here again.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Phenomenal stay!

Loved everything about this home. Decorated beautifully, the views are amazing and so comfortable and inviting!! Just amazing!!!

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany E.

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

Last minute cancellation turned into dream vacation!

Our group of 13 had booked a different house on the island only to receive an email a week before to say it was cancelled due to mold. We got an email from vacasa saying this house was available if we wanted to keep the same dates. Talk about an upgrade! The location alone makes this a 5 star property. We had a private beachfront with a long stretch of nothing but beach to the left due to the bird sanctuary. The house was a good size, we could have used one more bedroom but made it work. There were a few things that could use some attention, the kitchen cabinets are in need of updating, the downstairs outdoor electrical plugs shocked my husband and one of the exterior storm windows was completely cracked and glass actually fell out on to the patio where our children were playing. We did get a quick response about that and they sent a handyman to access the damage. Overall these were not major issues and everyone in the group was beyond happy with the house and location. We will definitely be returning next year! Thank you for a great vacation!!