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Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Nestled on the north bayfront, The Big Chill luxury beach home offers a tranquil retreat with its own private pool and huge furnished back deck overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Inside, you'll find a warm living area for gatherings and meals at both a dining table and breakfast bar in the well-equipped kitchen. Each bedroom boasts its own TV, while cable is available in the comfy living room furniture.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 122550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun
Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home boasts a private pool and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 4.5 bathrooms and a fridge, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • 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.

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Fishing 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

General

  • Unit size: 2,550 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.

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 and a first aid kit
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

89660

About the area

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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West End Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 14 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 55 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Fort Morgan - 56 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches, West End Beach and Dauphin Island Public Beach. East End Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Idyllic, dog-friendly Bay Front Island home with pool, Gulf view & large decks Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Beach house dream!

It was exactly as advertised and we could have stayed another week if real life didn't interfere. The back deck and pool were perfect and we spent most of our time there. The house was spacious and comfortable, i could see how hosting a larger group would be easy peasy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

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

work with a beautiful view

This was the perfect property for our professional retreat! Excellent service.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Donald W.

Vacation at big chill

The pool was very nice, the house was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

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

Extended family vacation

Slept 12 nicely and low key vibe of area was great. Lots of time to just enjoy family without crowds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Derrick G.

Excellent location and pool is awesome

Huge house with lots of space and natural light. Very clean and can accommodate large parties. Will definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Miranda E.

Beautiful home

Loved the space and the pool was a huge hit with our group. We visited while very windy, but the pool was perfect. Great beds and plenty of room for our group of 6

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

The Big Chill

Cleanliness was perfect. Heated pool not so much. Could only use it 2 days out of our week. It wasn’t heating properly
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maegan W.

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

Summer 2024

We wanted to enjoy fireworks on the beach and it was awesome. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Hope R.

Overall great home

Location was perfect the home was clean minus the mold on the wall in the bathroom with bunk beds. Family enjoyed the home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Malissa S.

Great stay!

The house was very clean and organized. The bedrooms were very spacious. I loved that it had 4 & 1/2 bathrooms.
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10/10 Excellent

heaterh j.

Perfect

Great house. Clean, bright, and easy access to beach and sound. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Great House!

This was the perfect house for our family Thanksgiving! 9 adults and 1 baby and we had so much space! The beds were comfortable and the kitchen and living room area was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wadie F.

The Big Chill was great!

The beech house had the Bay behind us with a good beech. Our entire family enjoyed the Bay & beech. We also went to the beech on the ocean side. Was close to our house. Having a pool was wonderful. Used it every day. We sat on the covered deck day & night. The house was great for 7 adults & 5 children. Washer & dryer used every day. We all definitely recommend THE BIG CHILL to everyone.
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10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Perfect girls trip!

This house is amazing! It handled a large group easily with nice furniture, many comfortable beds, and lovely bathrooms. We loved cooking in the well-appointed kitchen. All the appliances were very nice. Even though the temperatures were still chilly for swimming in the ocean, we enjoyed swimming in the pool and lounging on the deck. We enjoyed walking through the backyard to the bay and taking a short walk to the Gulf. The views are fantastic from the front and the back. We had such a great time and it fit our needs perfectly. We will happily return to this lovely home.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Peaceful!

Our family loved everything about the house. Kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. (Even a crock pot) parking permits were provided for the private beaches. My only complaint would be the mosquito’s we were unable to enjoy the bay in the back yard. They were truly terrible! This is just nature we know we just want to make sure future guest are aware. Maybe it was just from all the rain. Otherwise great house, great location! ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The Big Chill

We had an amazing time! The property was the perfect size for our family of 7 and had everything we needed in the kitchen for several home cooked meals. The description of the property made it seem like there was a dock into the bay behind the house but there was only a small beach with both neighbors having a dock instead. My only complaint about the property was the fact that we couldn’t use the backyard or go under the house without being absolutely attacked by mosquitoes!! My 9 year old daughter walked under the house one evening to grab something and came out with about 15 bites. The mosquitoes would swarm us every time we went to get in our car or take out the dogs. Some sort of pest control or at least a few cans of bug spray for your next guests would be super beneficial!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wadie F.

The Big Chill was great!

The beech house had the Bay behind us with a good beech. Our entire family enjoyed the Bay & beech. We also went to the beech on the ocean side. Was close to our house. Having a pool was wonderful. Used it every day. We sat on the covered deck day & night. The house was great for 7 adults & 5 children. Washer & dryer used every day. We all definitely recommend THE BIG CHILL to everyone.
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8/10 Good

Anita B.

Enjoyed our stay

The size of the house, bedrooms and baths, worked great for our family!
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10/10 Excellent

Harprit S.

Great house

Clean and spacious

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Great House

Great Property, the pool was perfect for kids to swim on windy days. House was comfortable and spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Senior spring break

Great property and island. Would have booked directly through Vacasa had I known better to avoid added fees for vrbo
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Great Home with Amazing Views

Love the porches, pool, views, and furnishings!

10/10 Excellent

Madeline P.

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

Great time!

We stayed for a long weekend and it was perfect. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

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

Great Family Vacation

We love staying at the beach. This house had its own little stretch of beach on the bay and was a very short walk to a beach on the gulf. All the amenities of the house were as listed and in great shape. Really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrinia W.

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

Great Time!

Beautiful property. Home was clean and comfy. Right on the water and the family had so much fun.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023