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Island Gem on the Water W/ Private Dock, Large Deck, Gas Grill & WiFi - Dogs OK

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Living area
Living area
Dining
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Island Gem on the Water W/ Private Dock, Large Deck, Gas Grill & WiFi - Dogs OK

Sun Haven

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You can't get much closer to the water than this! Sun Haven is more than ready to be your next home-away-from-home here on Dauphin Island, so pack your favorite swimsuit and make the best memories with loved ones today. Family vacations or friend getaways, it won't matter, as there are limitless ways to have fun both at home and nearby. Start each dreamy day on a relaxing note on the furnished deck with a cup of coffee or walk to the end of the dock and dip your toes in the water as the sun comes up. If you need a bit more than just a cup of coffee, hop into the full kitchen and prepare a delicious breakfast as the rest of the gang hang out at the dining table. When evenings come to a close, fire up the gas grill on the deck and reminisce wonder the pinks and purples of sunset before heading in for a movie night in the living room. Let the salty air take you away today!

Things to Know
Free WiFi
Dog-friendly; 2 dogs max

This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 8 vehicles.

Dock details: Private dock accessed from the rear of the home.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Alabama
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Silver Cay, a neighbourhood in Dauphin Island. 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 - 0.1 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 11 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Gem on the Water W/ Private Dock, Large Deck, Gas Grill & WiFi - Dogs OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Gem on the Water W/ Private Dock, Large Deck, Gas Grill & WiFi - Dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Gem on the Water W/ Private Dock, Large Deck, Gas Grill & WiFi - Dogs OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Gem on the Water W/ Private Dock, Large Deck, Gas Grill & WiFi - Dogs OK located?

Located in Silver Cay, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches and Dauphin Island Public Beach. West End Beach and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

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

Perfect house for a family relaxation trip

We wanted to try Dauphin Island for a relaxation getaway. We have heard how quiet it is and it did not disappoint. We enjoyed the back deck along with the dock the entire trip. It was well worth the trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tonya W.

Sun Haven fall 2024

Location was great. House and amenities were great. Sun haven was perfect for our “red October” trip with friends

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Wonderful!!

We loved everything about our stay. The house is way more spacious than it appears in pictures. The large walk in showers were perfect for my MIL due to mobility issues. We loved that is was dog friendly. Our two guys had a great time. The number of towels and washcloths provided was spectacular! It’s a simple thing but most places only provide one per person so you end up washing a lot. We are already planning to book again for next year! 10/10 all the way around.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora M.

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

Nice location

Property was clean and well kept. Perfect location for us. Easy and convenient Check in & out process. Just as described. If you plan to cook there Just remember to bring your own spices & seasoning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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4/10 Poor

Tracy K.

We were very disappointed with this house

We have always loved the location and have rented here several times before. But upon arrival the home had lots of issues that we addressed with management company and were disappointed with the way they were handled. We reached out with them personally before posting publicly
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8/10 Good

Sarah P.

Nice house

Clean and comfortable with a great location. Would definitely book again.

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn R.

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

Sun Haven

Very enjoyable
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

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

Great bayside house

Loved the house. Very close to the beach and parking permit provided, plus a private pier and sandy beach on the bayside. Will echo prior reviews and advise to bring coffee filters, salt/pepper, a few tupperwares for leftovers and transport of food to the beach. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Meredith R.

Great stay at Sun Haven

Enjoyed being close to the bay and the beach. The house is clean and very comfortable with enough room for everyone! Can’t wait to come back to Dauphin Island and Sun Haven!
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10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Sun Haven - more like heaven

We loved the quiet bay side of this home so much. It was perfect for our family of 4. The sunsets and dinners on the back deck were wonderful. The beach is a very close walk. Pro tip: bring basket type coffee filters or pods for Keurig. Also bring olive oil, salt and pepper for cooking.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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6/10 Okay

Jim H.

Prepare to bring necessities

The view is nice and the home is clean….but the kitchen should be remodeled and stocked better. No salt/pepper, coffee filters, spices, etc. Nothing to use to cook. Pots and pans should be thrown out. Gas grill’s door was off and the grill was on a moving dolly. Home needs comfortable outdoor furniture/seating. Beds were comfortable. Bathrooms nicely updated but water pressure in small shower not great. Not sure property managers are doing this place much justice. Lots of potential but missed the mark on what we have always seen in other rentals and to only get corporate response of “that listing doesn’t include that” rather than “how can I help?” was disappointing.
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10/10 Excellent

Tsianina B.

Wonderful home on the bay

We loved our stay here over the Christmas holiday. The home was exceptionally clean and had everything we needed except a hair dryer. It has a wonderful, spacious layout and well stocked kitchen plus recently updated baths! The showers were huge! We appreciated having 2 recliners also. The deck was large and gated and I think would have a sunset view in the summer. The small beach area was fun to explore and the gulf beach was really close by. The neighborhood was quiet and great for walking my 2 small pups without getting on the main road. Hubs was interested in booking again before we even left!
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8/10 Good

Joseph M.

Beautiful view

We rented so family could celebrate Christmas together. It was large enough for opening presents. The back yard is a dock on the bay and it is the best thing to wake and go to sleep to. The winter price was right.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth J.

Wonderful

We would love to come back. House was very clean, had everything we needed. Customer service was extremely responsive when we had a question. Can’t wait to book this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

So peaceful!

All previous reviews were spot on! This was a perfect beach house for my family.
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2023
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4/10 Poor

Lisa C.

Water damage in the bedroom

We got to Sunhaven on Oct 13 and staying until the 16th. We arrived around 330pm and everyone put their belongings in their bedroom. We left and went fishing at the pier. That night around 12pm we come to the house. My daughter goes to take a shower and went to her bed which is tye room with 2 double beds and her pillow blanket and tablet is soaking wet. She alerted us. I went to check and the ceiling and bed is soaking wet. Due to discoloration there has been a leak previously. I called support line and they stated they will have someone out that next morning. Morning comes and someone from Vacasa called stating it's an AC leak and someone is coming. A guy came and pour bleach in the lines. However ever since the leal there has been a bad odor to which both my girls could not sleep in that bedroom. Another guy came that works on the AC and he said it wasn't the AC. Either way both my girls had to sleep on the couch and not once did Vacasa offer me a discount of this inconvenience it caused us.

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Great Location

Really nice place to stay. Location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Marlena B.

Perfect for a relaxing, quiet weekend.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The house was just what we needed- neat, clean, peaceful -and Vacasa was very communicative throughout. The bathrooms particularly stood out with a rain shower and huge tub in the master. The couches in the living were perfect for afternoon naps. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tuck S.

Wonderful Home!

We absolutely loved this home and look forward to returning! The home was so clean and had everything we needed. The location was great and the view from the back deck was beautiful! It is just a short walk to the beach and we loved being on the bay..best of both worlds!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

Beautiful and relaxing

Perfect place to watch sunsets; grilled and had dinners on deck; spacious bedrooms and bathrooms; very clean and well maintained. Walked to gulf side beach but the private pier and dock, beach area on site were so perfect we stayed there most of our week. Neighborhood so quite!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

A winner

We loved this little bit of paradise. It was actually windy and cool the first two days but still so enjoyable. The view from the deck and pier was amazing. The weather did not keep us from walking the beach and sitting in the sun. The cottage itself was perfect. It was spotless, the little person touches of decorations made us feel like we were home. Could love it more. Bathrooms were incredible too. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Perfect setting

So glad we picked Sun Haven! The location is perfect and the private dock is amazing. We had small children with us so we were glad to have the little bit of beach on the bay side to explore without schlepping to the main beaches. But those were a short walk away too. House was clean, kitchen had all the basics of cookware and such, but you definitely need to pack in all your spices, oils, etc. Make sure to bring your own beach gear or rent it nearby. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Patty W.

Sun Haven

Sun Haven was such a beautiful, relaxing beach house. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Barton G.

Awesome house

The house was very spacious and the layout was perfect !! Master bedroom and bath are unbelievable. And, the other two bedrooms and bath are perfect for a couple and two kids. The kitchen had everything that we needed. We really enjoyed the views, the wonderful wharf and the proximity to the beach as well. Great looking and very clean....
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8/10 Good

Donna H.

Wonderful home steps from beach and bay!

Really nice layout, peacefully location, soothing decor, private dock on the bay and just a very short walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

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