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Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
Dauphin Island cottage rental - The Whale House, built in 1916
 
  • Dauphin Island cottage rental - The Whale House, built in 1916
    Dauphin Island cottage rental - Updated kitchen, fully supplied
    Dauphin Island cottage rental - Master bedroom with king bed
    Dauphin Island cottage rental - Second bedroom with double bed
    Dauphin Island cottage rental - Living room
    Dauphin Island cottage rental - Living room
    Dauphin Island cottage rental - Updated bathroom with vessel sink
 
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps6
  • 1 Bathroom
Rates (USD)
Per property (USD)
  • Per night $80 - $90
  • Per week $500 - $600
Description Cottage

Robert

Speaks English

Telephone: +1 251 209-0723
(Alabama, USA)

Alternate Phone: +1 251 861-6020
(Alabama, USA)

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Photos and Description of the Dauphin Island vacation cottage rental
2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 6

Experience Dauphin Island the way it’s been experienced for a century. This updated 2 bedroom, 1 bath shotgun built in 1916 is in the center of Dauphin Island Village, less than a block from biking trails and a short walk to the Indian Mound, Goat Tree and Green Parks. Sleeps 6: king, double & sofa pull out. Comes with reserved boat slip on Indian Bay.

Dauphin Island cottage rental - The Whale House, built in 1916

The Whale House, built in 1916
Dauphin Island cottage rental - Updated kitchen, fully supplied

Updated kitchen, fully supplied
Dauphin Island cottage rental - Master bedroom with king bed

Master bedroom with king bed
Dauphin Island cottage rental - Second bedroom with double bed

Second bedroom with double bed
Dauphin Island cottage rental - Living room

Living room
Dauphin Island cottage rental - Living room

Living room
Dauphin Island cottage rental - Updated bathroom with vessel sink

Updated bathroom with vessel sink
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Location: Alabama < USA

Nearest Airport : Mobile Regional Airport at 40 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Mobile Bay Ferry at 1 Miles
Nearest Motorway : I-10 at 26 Miles
Nearest Beach : beach at 0.6 Miles

Dauphin Island is a barrier island located three miles south of the mouth of Mobile Bay in the Gulf of Mexico. Entry to the island is made by crossing a three mile long, high rise bridge. An automobile ferry from the eastern shore provides another entry point from Gulf Shores, AL. The island is approximately 14 miles long and 1 ¾ miles wide at the widest point. It is estimated that 1300 permanent residents call Dauphin Island home. The number of residents soars during vacation and holiday times. The entire Island has been designated as a bird sanctuary. Many attractions are located on the east end of the island including a Civil War fort, the Dauphin Island Sea Lab and Estuarium, Audubon Bird Sanctuary and numerous boat launch sites. The Island's beautiful beaches of sugar white sand, public golf course and parks are added attractions located on the west end of the island. Together they make Dauphin Island a wonderful laid-back resort destination.

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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Dauphin Island, Alabama

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend Weekend
Night		 Extra
Night		 Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
Winter Dec 1 2011 Feb 29 2012 $500 $80 - $80 - - - 3 Nights
Spring Mar 1 2012 May 31 2012 $600 $90 - $90 - - - 3 Nights
Notes: Add 11% Lodging Tax and $60.00 Cleaning Fee. $100 Deposit.
Fall Sep 1 2012 Nov 30 2012 $600 $90 - $90 - - - 3 Nights

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (US Dollar) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

  • Check in 3:00 pm. Check out 11:00 am.
  • Rates include the rental fees as posted. Add 11% lodging tax plus $65.00 cleaning fee. A deposit of $75 is required to confirm a reservation. This is refunded to tenant within 7 days of a clean check out.
  • Renters must be 25 years of age or older.

Fees

Tax Rate:
11.0%
Cleaning:
$65
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Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Dauphin Island, Alabama

Property Type:
  • cottage
Location Type:
  • village
Theme:
  • budget
  • away from it all
General:
  • laundry soap
  • linens provided
  • towels provided
  • toilet paper
  • air-conditioning
  • ceiling fans
  • hair dryer
  • soaps basic
  • shampoo
  • paper towels
Kitchen:
  • refrigerator
  • microwave
  • cooking utensils
  • ice maker
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Double
    Convertible Bed - 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • VCR
Outside:
  • outdoor grill gas
  • parking off street
  • dock boatslip
Suitability:
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
Local Activities:
  • walking
  • fishing
  • swimming
  • golf
  • tennis
Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • botanical garden
  • churches
  • arboretum
  • marina
  • playground
  • bay/sound
  • eco tourism
  • groceries
Leisure Activities:
  • deepsea fishing
  • pier fishing
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • sound/bay fishing
  • surf fishing
  • jet skiing
  • sight seeing
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • ruins
  • restaurants
Notes: Reservation includes a boat slip on Indian Bay.

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Dauphin Island, Alabama

A Central Location:

The Whale House is really in the center of 'town'. I use quotation marks because there are only about 1,100 full-time residents and the entire Island is only 14 miles long. You're able to walk to most activities and bicycle riding gets you to the places that walking doesn't. Three of the island's 5 restaurants are within walking distance...not including the Bakery, behind the cottage. The beaches are accessible via bicycle, short car ride, or the town's public transportation (two minivans).

Things We Love About the Island:

There is a large bird sanctuary that provides excellent walking paths - you'll see beach, forest and swamp on the walk. We love to go there. There is also a small forested bird watching area that we like to walk through as well (an old Indian mound). The Estuarium is great. They often have fun classes as well as a great tour through their fish/sea life exhibits.

Other Activities:

Biking, kayaking, shelling, wildlife viewing, boating

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Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Dauphin Island, Alabama

Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
average rating of 4.88 based on 25 reviews
business
Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p227212
+1 251-209-0723
Dauphin Island Alabama Gulf Coast
Connie F
Lees Summit, MO
5

Execellent

Review Submitted: October 26, 2009 Date of Stay: October 2009
My stay at the Whale House was wonderful. The house is very charming, clean, and well stocked. I loved it that I could walk to the bakery and S&S. The house is located in a very nice neighborhood. I enjoyed taking evening walks around the neighborhood and sitting on the porch listening to the quite. I highly recommend this rental.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you for staying with us. We enjoyed having you as our guests.

Best,

Teecie and Robert
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 7/7
business
Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p227212
+1 251-209-0723
Dauphin Island Alabama Gulf Coast
April D.
4

Small Town Charm

Review Submitted: November 19, 2011 Date of Stay: November 2011
We went in the off season, so very quiet for us. The property was loaded with extras that really made it feel like home. We have a 2 year old, so those extra comforts are greatly needed when you have a fussy one, who is not always easy to please. The beds were both comfortable and everything worked and was ready for us. Would recommend to anyone.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: We enjoyed having you as our guests. Thank you for the nice comments.
Rating
4 out of 5
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Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p227212
+1 251-209-0723
Dauphin Island Alabama Gulf Coast
T J.
Cutler, Indiana
5

Awesome Whale house

Review Submitted: July 21, 2011 Date of Stay: July 2011
Awesome little cottage, always looking for a place like this when we vacation, who wants to stay in a condo with tons of others when you can stay in a unique little place like the whale house. This house had everything we needed and did not have to bring alot of items that was already provided. The weather was alittle warm ( but that was everywhere at that time). Guys had a great time on island, golfed ( even those the course was not up to par) the guys had a great time and laughted alot about there experence. Then they did some deep sea fishing, brought back some red snapper and trigger fish ( supper was great that night). we took the boat out and saw the light house. went to the fort, the bird sancuary, shop the little shops, spent alittle time on the beach ( was even to hot to sit on beach). But we had an awesome time. Thank you Teece and Robert for opening your little cottage to us.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you all for selecting the Whale House for your stay on the Island. We thoroughly enjoyed having you as our guests and chatting with you.

Teecie and Robert
Rating
5 out of 5
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Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p227212
+1 251-209-0723
Dauphin Island Alabama Gulf Coast
John and Barbara
San Francisco Bay Area, California
5

The highlight of our trip!

Review Submitted: April 20, 2011 Date of Stay: March 2011
This charming little house was the perfect home away from home for me and my birder husband. Owners, Robert and Teecie could not be more thoughtful and have equipped this house with everything (I do mean everything) you could possibly want. The full kitchen not only has every possible utensil, but is also stocked with spices, coffees, teas, basalmic vinegar (!), and an assortment of baggies, wraps, and foil. The beds are extremely comfortable, there are TVs, and WiFi and a washer and dryer, complete with detergent! Like I said - just like home.

Because we are bird watchers, we especially appreciated the location which is just a few blocks from the Shell Mounds and Goat Tree Park. I even walked to the beach - which is a bit farther, but the east end of the island is so pretty and pleasant, that if you like to walk, you are there in no time. The back yard at the Whale House is lovely and expansive and domianted by two huge Oak monarchs, which are a beautiful sight to simply contemplate from the chairs on the back porch, where I sat and read my book, looking up from time to time to take in the peaceful scene. People everywhere were very friendly and tuned in to birds. We had several invitations from islanders to come to their house and look at the birds at their feeders.

If you like beachcombing, the west end of the island was covered with wonderful shells, which I enjoyed collecting while John searched for his avian treasures. Altogether we both had a delightful time and are so appreciative of Robert and Teecie for their considerate hospitality.
Recommended for:  Age 55+
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/2
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Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p227212
+1 251-209-0723
Dauphin Island Alabama Gulf Coast
Ms Leigh
Memphis TN
5

A MUST DO EXPERIENCE

Review Submitted: December 30, 2010 Date of Stay: December 2010
I've just returned from my third visit to the island, and my third stay at The Whale House. Add this one to your 'bucket list'! It is absolutely a must do experience. The folks on the island make you feel at home! In addition, The Whale House has everything you need. I'm ready to relocate. The owners of the property are near if you have any problems. Warning! If you are bright lights and busy city vacationers, stay away from the island. Dauphin Island and The Whale House are for the laid back, easy going, like to sit on the porch and read a good book people. Oh, there's plenty to do..a visit to the bakery or Skinners for some goodies to prepare yourself. There are several excellent restaurants. There's the sea lab and a historic fort, even a golf course. If you visit Fort Gaines, be sure and stop to get quite the history lesson from the blacksmith.

Back to The Whale House, this is your home away from home. Everything you wished you could have found at that last vacation spot is included at the Whale House. The beds are better than any in a five star hotel. The kitchen is fully equipped. You'll even have access to the internet, bring your own laptop. Like to BBQ? The house has a grill and a path to the bakery in case you don't want to prepare your own breakfast. Like to fish? Bring that rod and reel, sit on the pier across from the fort and enjoy! By the way, winter, summer, spring, or fall, sit on one of the house's porches and enjoy the life of an islanders. You'll be within walking distance of a beach, a local grocery, the post office, several quaint shops, some great 'local' eateries, and you'll meet some of the nicest people in the world!

If you're a free spirit, easy going, laid back kind of person, The Whale House and Dauphin Island must be added to your vacation planner. Brings a whole new meaning to 'Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay'.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: You have definitely become one of the Islanders. You really captured the essence of the Island in your comments, which are really appreciated. You're terrific!

Teecie and Robert
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 3/3
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