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Private beach, Private dock, Gorgeous sunsets over the bay. Pet Friendly.

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Relax on your deck overlooking beach and your dock. Doggy/kid gates make it easy
Living area
Private dock
At the end of a cul de sac and away from traffic with parking under house
Beach views from the house to private beach and dock.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10192.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Pascagoula, MS (PGL-Trent Lott Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Private beach, Private dock, Gorgeous sunsets over the bay. Pet Friendly.

Beachfront dog friendly house with sandy beach and dock on Sound. Decks overlooking both South and North. Double height living room with panoramic views. Gulf beach quick walk across the street with easy access. OUTSTANDING VIEWS, WATERFRONT, ACCESS TO TWO PRIVATE SANDY BEACHES, SERENITY!

QUICK SUMMARY: 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus outdoor enclosed shower. Spacious 2075 square foot open floor plan with 2nd floor loft/parlor overlooking living room. Huge windows with bay views everywhere in the soaring 18 foot high living room. Well equipped kitchen has everything. Large laundry room with washer/dryer and sink. Free wifi internet & 3 large flat screen TVs. Huge bay-front deck out back with covered and open areas. Covered deck out front on south side has view to Gulf beach. Plenty of chairs and lounges on the decks with eating tables. Charcoal grill available outdoors underneath roofed area, with view of water while you cook.

PRIVATE Dock (even though pictures show 2 stories on dock, you cannot walk upstairs to second story. However, second story provides nice shade while you enjoy using lower level.

PRIVATE SANDY BEACH with the best location on the bay side. This is the last house on the street and there is a long stretch of beach to the east that has no docks and very few people. Depending on size of your boat, bring it along.

ENCLOSED OUTDOOR SHOWER under HOUSE. COVERED CONCRETE PARKING PAD under house.

THIS IS THE MOST PET FRIENDLY PLACE YOU WILL FIND. We allow multiple doggies!
Sundeck has latched gate to contain dogs. Get the pups out on the beach 100 feet from your back door.

SUNRISES and SUNSET VIEWS from inside huge windows and decks! Sandy private bay beach with private dock PLUS private Gulf beach access! No permits are required for fishing or just enjoying either beach.

BEDROOMS and BATHS: : Total of 4 bedrooms, 2 bedrooms downstairs, and 2 bedrooms upstairs. 2 FULL BATHS and 1 HALF BATH. One of the King bedrooms is considered your "master" suite located on our first floor with its own Smart TV set and wide glass doors opening up to the deck which faces the bay. Great unobstructed views, all the time. Attached to the master is a large bathroom. THe other first floor bedroom has a queen size bed and a private deck balcony which overlooks the gulf side. It is close to our second downstairs bathroom. Upstairs is another King Size Bedroom, plus the fourth bedroom which has 2 twin size beds. THere is another full bath upstairs.

LIVING SPACE/FIRST FLOOR: Large airy open two story living room, dining table and fully equipped kitchen with new appliances. The diniing and living room areas open onto the back deck, with sliders. Also, double-height windows face the bayside.

SECOND FLOOR has a large open living area with our third TV, as well as the 2 second floor bedrooms already described. Large, tall windows face both the Gulf side AND the Bay side from the second floor, views of the water all around!

OUTSIDE: Enjoy our large outdoor area below the house with outdoor shower. Enjoy our long, newly constructed wooden walkway to bay beach leading directly to your private dock.

BEAUTIFUL NATURE: the Sunrise AND sunset is visible from your house! The beach grass sways and you will often see pelicans. Sit back and soak it all in.

DAMAGE PROTECTION FEE of $59 REQUIRED. This will be included when you perform your instant booking.

If the week you want is booked check our other house right next door: 'Sea Dream'. See VRBO listing 258081. Or, both houses can be rented together, depending upon availability, for a wonderful family compound get away.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS BEFORE INSTANTLY BOOKING, PLEASE WRITE YOUR MESSAGE OR QUESTION to PROPERTY HOST, DEBORAH S..

Property manager

Deborah Smith
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Contact us beforehand. Case by case basis.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 4 total)
Pets welcome. # type subject to rental agreement.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Propane gas grills are not allowed anywhere on Dauphin Island. We provide a nice charcoal grill for your use.
Cleaning fish or bait directly on the dock's wooden floor is not permitted. Instead clean your fish using hose, standing directly on the sandy shore
We require that when you book FishBones that you request and purchase a minimum of $ 1500 Damage Protection.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Contact us beforehand. Case by case basis.
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

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park, while Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 12 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 12 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 15 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private beach, Private dock, Gorgeous sunsets over the bay. Pet Friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Private beach, Private dock, Gorgeous sunsets over the bay. Pet Friendly. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private beach, Private dock, Gorgeous sunsets over the bay. Pet Friendly. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private beach, Private dock, Gorgeous sunsets over the bay. Pet Friendly. 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).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

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

Great!

Dock was great - nice beach and nice yard. Home was large and had very comfortable King sized beds. Communication with host/property manager was thorough. Nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL W.

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

A few days away

Comfortable, clean, quiet place to chill away from the daily grind. The private dock on the sound and the short walk to the gulf are very pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAY C.

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

Xmas and NEW YEAR 2024 Fishbone

We couldn't of asked for a better stay. Everything was exactly as advertised. Deborah was there for any additional questions at a moments notice. Didn't want to leave!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcomb G.

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

VACATION

Property was clean and well apportioned. Even though it was pet friendly it did no smell like a dog. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennie C.

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

Great vacation.

House was great ! Didnt want to leave . Our dogs loved it they didnt want to leave either . Access to beach was very close and easy. Pier on bay side was great for fishing.fishing ..Pei
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Lovely home

We had such a great time and the house was perfect ! Will visit again !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette R.

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

Family vacation

Enjoyed the dock! Was such a wonderful get away - we took our hammocks and tied them up on the dock and relaxed. The mosquitoes were the only negative part - make sure to take bug spray. The house had everything we needed and was roomy. We enjoyed playing games around the table. We saw dolphins from the dock several days and enjoyed the gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. It was very quiet and relaxing. Also, our grand pup enjoyed the trip, too. Wonderful time overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy K.

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

Wonderful

As advertised! Great views! Good proximity to the gulf Beach. Perfect vacation for our family! Island is very laid back which we loved! Will definitely go back and would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Just the two of us

We had a wonderful stay at fishbones. The house is great. It is in a perfect spot. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. My husband fished a lot off the dock. We saw dolphins. It was very peaceful even though we had neighbors on both sides. We only used the both level of the house and only one of the bedrooms. The bed was very comfortable.. The back deck has a picnic table and a lot of comfortable seats. We will definitely be back to stay at this house. Deborah our host was awesome. So easy to work and communicate with. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Angie P.

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

Relaxing and peaceful

Our stay at Fishbones was just what we had hoped for, relaxing, peaceful, and fun! The house was in a great area. We loved how pet-friendly the house was.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

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

Wonderful

Everything was exactly as listed. We had a wonderful relaxing vacation. We were able to paddleboard from the beach on the bay side. We saw stingrays, hermit crabs and dolphins. A short walk to the ocean side. It was great that we were able to bring our two dogs. We can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lived Up to the Expectation

I had my in-laws visiting from Germany for a quick trip to celebrate my husband's birthday. I wanted to find a quiet spot where I could bring my dog but yet enjoy the outdoors. This house/location looked to be perfect and it was! The Germans were very impressed and said so quite often. There was an issue with the heat not working the first night but Deborah, the PM, was on it and had it fixed as quickly as possible. I would highly recommend this property and we will be coming back again. Melissa
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene B.

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

Beautiful location

Absolutely perfect beach area, humans and dogs loved everything about this place. We will definitely be back. Some good restaurants close to you and several pet friendly. Just a relaxing vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Another wonderful stay at Fish Bones!

We love staying at Fish Bones. It’s a perfect location for families who like to fish and play in the Sound/Bay but still have easy/deeded access to the beautiful beaches and gorgeous waters of the Gulf. We love the amazing sunset views, watching dolphins frolic, flying kites, trapping blue crabs in the provided crab traps, and seeing how many hermit crabs we can find. (We release all the crabs so they’ll, perhaps, be around for the next lucky guests.) You can’t go wrong with this house, location, or fabulous host, Deborah.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

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

Great experience

We definitely want to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H., Birmingham

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

Bay house

Dock with covering for shade is great. The beach is across the street. Very quiet with plenty of land for dogs or kids to play. At the end of a road.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Great Family Visit

This is an ideal location for a family. We visited with our 2 boys and the in-laws (6 of us total). There was more than enough space for a few more if necessary. The back porch is fantastic and the dock provided a perfect place to watch the sunset. Beach access was easy right across the street, not crowded. You can also go just up the road at the Sehoy St. access. The kitchen is fully stocked, we did plenty of cooking. The grill is excellent, a big Webber Kettle. The bedrooms had very comfortable beds. The master bedroom is nice with a large vanity and closet area. The house is bright with a lot of open space upstairs and down. Very nice place and will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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Sue

I recently had the pleasure of staying at a bay side beach house, and it was a delightful experience that I am eager to share. From the tranquil surroundings to the comfortable accommodations, this beach house provided a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The location of the beach house was simply stunning. Situated on the shores of a picturesque bay, it offered breathtaking views of the water and the distant coastline. The peaceful atmosphere was a welcome respite, allowing for quiet contemplation and relaxation. The private beach access was a definite highlight, providing the opportunity for leisurely walks along the shore and enjoying the soothing sounds of lapping waves. The beach house itself was charming and well-maintained. The interior had a cozy and inviting atmosphere, with tasteful beach-themed decor that added to the overall ambiance. The living spaces were comfortable and spacious, providing a perfect gathering place for family. The bedrooms were clean and cozy, ensuring a restful night's sleep after a day of beachside activities. One of the highlights of the bay side beach house was the outdoor area. The spacious deck offered panoramic views of the bay, and it was the ideal spot for enjoying morning coffee or evening cocktails while watching the sunset paint the sky with vibrant hues If you are seeking a peaceful getaway by the bay, this beach house is certainly worth considering. With its beautiful surroundings and
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristal M.

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

Loved the private beach!

We had a great stay. Property was as described and a great location- private beach on the bay and just a short walk to the gulf. Our dog loved the water access to swim and play.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

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

A Bayside Birthday

We stayed at Fishbones to relax and celebrate a friend’s 40th birthday. If you’re looking for calm and quiet with your own private beach then Fishbones is for you. Close to everything in the heart of the island, Fishbones has everything you need to catch some rays and relax either indoors or outdoors. It did not disappoint!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

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

Great weekend getaway

Nice location on Dauphin Island's West End. The private beach and dock were lovely. The kitchen was well equipped with everything you needed. Lots of extra blankets and nice comfy beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney H.

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

Wonderful visit

The house was beautiful and very comfortable. We had tons of space and gorgeous views! Dauphin Island was very relaxing and everyone is so friendly and accommodating. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Property was not ready for our scheduled arrival

We arrived at the house right at our pre-scheduled arrival time to find a large truck & trailer blocking the driveway access, so we had to go through a sandy area to get up to the house and almost got stuck. We went inside the house and there was a maintenance person working on unpackaging artwork and had boxes & trash in the floor blocking our path to the kitchen and we just purchased some groceries that needed to go into the refrigerator & freezer. I asked him to clear us a safe path and he did and he worked on cleaning up the mess. He said he would stop working on the project, but needed more time in the house to get the artwork stored temporarily in an upstairs bedroom closet. My main message to the property management group, don't schedule non-urgent work at a house like hanging artwork when you have guests scheduled to check-in. We drove almost 6 hours to get there and then had to go by the grocery store before arriving, so we just wanted a house that was ready for our arrival. Later that evening, we discovered that the house did not have hot water. There were cleaning people and a maintenance person at the house earlier that day and no one reported no hot water. I will say, that the property manager took the issue seriously and had the maintenance person come back to the house that evening and after a couple of hours of being there, he was able to fix the issue on the same day it was discovered. Overall the rest of the stay was good and we enjoyed the house and dock, but the experiences on the arrival day could been prevented by not having someone in the house in the process of hanging artwork when the guests were scheduled to arrive. We are frequent renters of houses on Dauphin Island over the past 13 years and I have never experienced this type of issue before in renting previous houses.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G., New Tazewell, United States

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

Love Dauphin Island

We enjoyed our stay at this property and the Island. Wonderful to feel how laid back the area is. Will definitely be coming back to the area. The house was very comfortable and the view of the bay every morning was fabulous. Internet and data connections were lacking. But other than that couldn’t have asked for a better set up. Thank you for letting us stay at this property ! Sandra and family
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Much needed vacation

We have been to Dauphin Island years ago and my kids have loved it ever since. This property was everything that was described. It was big enough for our family of 6 with room to spare. We will definitely look here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Deborah Smith

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We are nature and animal lovers and we appreciate Dauphin Island for its largely unspoiled natural setting. We love dogs and welcome up to 4 doggies as guests.
We purchased this home because it is 100 steps from the Bay Beach, has a large private dock and boardwalk, and it also has quick access to the Gulf Beachside. The house has big windows upstairs and down with spectacular views of water from all sides! We provide great ammenities. We are delighted to offer suggestions for island activities, nature walks, quiet scenic spots, awesome restaurants, fishing trips, kayaks to rent, and more! Guests come back again and again, year after year!

Why they chose this property

Our part of the island, the West End, is more secluded and quiet than other neighborhoods, and you can see both sunrise and sunset and water views from either of our houses. We own the house next door as well. Keep in mind that Dauphin Island is not developed with hotels and high rises. It's a beautiful and serene barrier island. We chose this street because it's the perfect example of that serenity! Our road is a cull-de sac and is therefore even more private than other island roads. Plus our houses are on the end of the road, where the sugar sand Bay Beach widens, providing even more privacy.

Our friends and visitors love coming here to de-stress, unwind, watch the pelicans and the dolphins, soak in the salt air, hear the waves, and let the pups play . Its more private and quiet than most beach destinations. This is a very dog friendly beach and well behaved pups are welcome! The Bay Beach here is quieter and the waves much more gentle than the Gulf beach. Little children and smaller pups love playing, swimming and wading in these blue waters.

What makes this property unique

Four key reasons why our property is "Unique".
1) SUPER DOG FRIENDLY: we accept up to 4 well-behaved dogs as guests! Highly unusual on Dauphin Island.

2) OUR LARGE DOCK has two levels with an upper roof ideal for sun shade. We also have night lights on the dock, so you can fish day or night. Awesome!

3) ACCESS TO PRIVATE BAYSIDE BEACH AND GULF BEACH: You have your choice of our sugary sand private Bay Beach or take a quick walk across the main road (400 feet from our front door) to a private easement leading to the Gulfside Beach. The easement is a short sandy path available ONLY to you and neighbors. So, if you are in the mood for bigger waves and a different vibe - you' ve got it! Best of both worlds the Bay Beach AND Gulf Beach.

4) FAMILY COMPOUND AVAILABILITY: We own this house Fishbones, and the house next door called SeaDream. So, both houses can be rented at the same time for family and friend getaways, reunions, weddings on the beach and other celebrations! Just ask! Discounts available if both houses rented together.

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