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The Whale House - Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village

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

The Whale House, built in 1916

Updated kitchen, fully supplied

Updated kitchen, fully supplied

Master bedroom with king bed

Master bedroom with king bed

Second bedroom with double bed

Second bedroom with double bed

Living room

Living room

Living room

Living room

Updated bathroom with vessel sink

Updated bathroom with vessel sink

Per night (USD) $80 - $98
Per week $525 - $651
Per month $1,820
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps6
  • 1 Bathroom
Minimum Stay 3 nights

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.

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 4 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.

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

The Whale House, built in 1916

Updated kitchen, fully supplied

Updated kitchen, fully supplied

Master bedroom with king bed

Master bedroom with king bed

Second bedroom with double bed

Second bedroom with double bed

Living room

Living room

Living room

Living room

Updated bathroom with vessel sink

Updated bathroom with vessel sink

Nearest Airport : Mobile, AL at 37 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Billy Goat Hole at 1.5 Miles
Nearest Motorway : I-10 at 28 Miles
Nearest Beach : Dauphin Island Public Beach at 1 Miles
Nearest Barpub : The Pelican Pub at 0.4 Miles
Nearest Golf : Kiva Dunes, Gulf Shores, AL at 14 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : BJ's at 0.4 Miles
Car: necessary

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.

Other Activities: Biking, kayaking, shelling, wildlife viewing, boating

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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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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly * Event Minimum Stay
 
Base Rate
$80
$525
$1,820
3 nights
 
 
Winter
Dec 1 - Feb 29
$80
$525
$1,820
3 nights
 
 
Spring
Mar 1 - May 31
$90
$595
3 nights
 
 
Summer
Jun 1 - Aug 31
$98
$651
3 nights
 
 
Fall
Sep 1 - Nov 30
$90
$595
3 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Total Rental Charge Due at Check In. A deposit of $75 is required to confirm a reservation and also serves as a damage deposit. It is refunded within 7 days of a clean check out.
Fees And Taxes Cleaning Fee: $75.00
Lodging Tax: 11%

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Dauphin Island, Alabama

Property Type:
  • cottage

Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals

Location Type:
  • Village ...
    Just behind the Bakery

Theme:
  • Historic
  • Budget
  • Away From It All
  • Family
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Romantic
  • Luxury

General:
  • Hair Dryer
  • Wireless Internet
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Toilet Paper
  • Paper Towels
  • Living Room
  • Parking Off Street
  • Iron & Board
  • Linens Provided
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Heating
  • Washing Machine
  • Basic Soaps
  • Towels Provided
  • Laundry Soap
  • Air Conditioning
  • Internet
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Shampoo

Kitchen:
  • Pantry Items
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Stove ...
    Gas
  • Kitchen ...
    Large eat-in kitchen
  • Coffee Maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven

Dining:
  • Dining Area

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower
  • Completely updated; vessel sink

Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king
    Bedroom 2 - 1 double
    Convertible Bed - 1 sleep sofa /futon
  • Luxurious linens and plenty of pillows
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • Television ...
    Two flat screen televisions
  • Satellite / Cable

Outside:
  • Boat Dock
  • Bicycles
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Lawn / Garden

Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    25 Years

Attractions:
  • churches
  • marina
  • restaurants
  • bay/sound
  • arboretum
  • botanical garden
  • ruins
  • playground

Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • boating
  • wildlife viewing
  • walking
  • shopping
  • sight seeing
  • shelling
  • eco tourism

Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries
  • ATM/bank

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • water tubing
  • surf fishing
  • deepsea fishing
  • fishing
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • jet skiing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • cycling
  • golf
  • pier fishing

Notes: Reservation includes a boat slip on Indian Bay.

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Dauphin Island, Alabama

The Whale House - Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
average rating of 4.864865 based on 37 reviews
business
The Whale House - Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p227212
+1 251-209-0723
Dauphin Island Alabama Gulf Coast
Lees Summit, MO
5

Execellent

5 of 5
Submitted: October 26, 2009 Stayed: 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
Helpful votes: 10/10
business
The Whale House - Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p227212
+1 251-209-0723
Dauphin Island Alabama Gulf Coast
Stillwater, Mn 55082
4

whale House

4 of 5
Submitted: February 26, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
We spent 2 weeks onDauphin Island. The Whale House is centrally located on the island. It is a block ffrom the Lighthouse bakery and 2 blocks from Skinners Fish market. We used 2 of the owners bikes which was great.

We also enjoyed the lending library at the Welcome Center even though we had brought much reading material with it. The island has great beaches, biking and walking paths all within a few blocks from the Whale House.

The owner just lived 2 blocks away and was available to us if needed. We toured the area by walking and biking and also enjoyed many surroundings sites.

We would stay at the Whale House again or Sandy Hook which is also owned by the same people.

People were extremely pleasant and helpful on the island and I even did a 5 k that benefitted Fort Gaines.

It was a delightful vacation with outstanding beaches.

Mitch and Dick
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
The Whale House - Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p227212
+1 251-209-0723
Dauphin Island Alabama Gulf Coast
New Orleans, LA
5

Second Time is a charm at the Whale House

5 of 5
Submitted: January 9, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
This was our second trip to The Whale House in one year. We love visiting Dauphin Island and we love staying at the Whale House because you really do feel at home. The fact that we are able to bring our dog to Dauphin Island's beaches is a key factor in why we visit the lovely island. But we couldn't visit Dauphin Island for a week long vacation without having a pet friendly place to stay. Our dog loves fetch and he oh so loves the huge yard in the back of The Whale House. This year, my family stayed next door at the owner's other rental home "Sandy Hook" (named after Sandy Hook, New Jersey prior to the tragic more well-known Sandy Hook of recent), which made the whole vacation ideal.

The owners are great to talk to and very helpful.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
The Whale House - Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p227212
+1 251-209-0723
Dauphin Island Alabama Gulf Coast
Benton, AR
5

Relaxing and wonderful!

5 of 5
Submitted: November 8, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
We came to Dauphin Island for the first time and booked a stay at The Whale House. Best decision we could've made! This charming, well kept home is a true treasure; the owners have gone out of their way to make sure every amenity is maintained and that the house is well stocked. The kitchen is huge and well appointed with basic pantry items; the Lighthouse Bakery is just steps away. The back porch is so relaxing and pleasant, and the neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. All the attractions of the island are just a few minutes away. The beaches are uncrowded and gorgeous, and every night we were lulled to sleep by thunderstorms, only to awaken the next morning to blue clear skies! Again, the owners are just wonderful and made us feel right at home. You won't regret a stay at The Whale House!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you for coming to the Island, staying at the Whale House and your beautiful review. It really a pleasure to have you as our guest.
business
The Whale House - Elegant Charm in Dauphin Island Village
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p227212
+1 251-209-0723
Dauphin Island Alabama Gulf Coast
5

Great Little House

5 of 5
Submitted: October 9, 2012 Stayed: September 2012
This was the first vacation in 12 years. This place was the best I have every stayed in and the cottage was just as pictured. The bed was comfy, the front and back porch were great for resting and enjoying coffee in the morning and the quiet was wonderful. Thank you for providing such a great place to stay.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: We are so happy that you enjoyed your vacation after so many years without one. We are delighted that you enjoyed the cottage. Thank you for staying with us.

Teecie and Robert
Helpful votes: 2/2
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