Island Retreat for Nature Lovers

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Dauphin Island, AL

Indian Shell Mound Park

13 min walk

Dauphin Island Beaches

19 min walk

Isle Dauphine Golf Club

20 min walk

Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)

75 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Suite

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

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Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Enjoy beautiful Dauphin Island in this treehouse-like getaway filled with works of Southern artists. Walk or bike to beaches, Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Native American shell mounds, quaint shops, galleries, bakeries, live music and restaurants. A large, elevated covered porch is perfect for outdoor dining and relaxing in nature--rain or shine.

Property manager

Knight

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Dauphin Island

Located in Dauphin Island, this cottage is near the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Lakewood Golf Club. 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

Indian Shell Mound Park - 13 min walk
Dauphin Island Beaches - 19 min walk
Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 20 min walk
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 6 min drive
Dauphin Island Public Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪Island Rainbow - ‬4 min drive
‪Pelican Pub - ‬15 min walk
‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Retreat for Nature Lovers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island Retreat for Nature Lovers?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Retreat for Nature Lovers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Retreat for Nature Lovers located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Beaches. Dauphin Island Public Beach and Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

22 July 2024

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

Great quiet stay

We enjoyed the island and the home. It was as described and was tucked away in a quiet street, but close to everything. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrisana E.

22 July 2024

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

Great place!

Really clean, comfortable and spacious! Loved the big deck and outdoor seating areas, the nature sounds of the trees and wildlife. We really bonded with the neighbor's cat Wiley as well. The place was clean, well organized and labeled and we had everything we needed. The only thing that bothered me was not having a body mirror for getting ready but that was minor lol. We would love to stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

14 July 2024

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

Trip to Dauphin Island

The property was just a listed very cozy, clean and located on a quiet street in the middle of the island. I highly recommend this house if you are visiting Dauphin Island.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

10 July 2024

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

Retreat in the pines

Quiet location prefect for a relaxing getaway. The porch was perfect for morning coffee listening to the rain, or at night listening to the birds. The house had everything we needed even sound machines in the rooms to help the kids fall asleep for a peaceful nights rest. The owner was great to work with.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg A.

22 June 2024

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

Paradise In the Pines

We have been to the island multiple times and stayed at several properties. This house has it all. Great location (Centralized to the entire island), comfortable beds, plenty of room for a family, ouside dining with a seperate lounge area. We come to the island to reconnect as a family. We spent most nights fixing dinner and eating as a family. We will definitely be back to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drew S.

3 June 2024

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

Fantastic house!

This house was perfect for our stay! Great location and perfect set up. Already considering it again for next year.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith H.

30 May 2024

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

Pretty darn near perfect

DA is our favorite quiet beach experience and is the easiest place to stay non-beachfront. The house is perfect for a family-especially one with teens who want privacy and are too old to clump together in a bunk room. The house is new, clean, and spacious with great bathrooms and a kitchen that is more than well stocked. Beds were super comfy and we all slept well in the quiet. Loved the porch and places to sit for alone time. One day the ac struggled and was promptly addressed by the owner. We will definitely stay here again and loved it!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

23 Apr 2024

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

Tranquility in the Pines

Knight and Matt’s home is beautiful, clean, and well-appointed with local artwork, comfortable furniture, and everything you could possibly need. Right down to the spices and cooking essentials, their home is fully equipped. A view of pine trees outside every window enhances the serenity of the property. My husband, another couple, and I drove down from NC to witness spring migration (which never disappoints.) This will be our go-to place to stay for many returns!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith

23 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Clean, quiet and close to everything

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

16 Oct 2023

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

Relaxing Island Bachelorette Trip

I rented this house for my sisters weekend bachelorette trip. It was perfect for relaxing on a quiet dead-end street. The house is updated very clean and cozy. 10 out of 10 recommend and will be renting again. The host are so accommodating and reply quickly. This goes down in the books as one of my favorite vacation homes.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

9 Oct 2023

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

Wonderful time in the Pines!

My father, boyfriend, and I had a wonderful visit at Dauphin Island and enjoyed staying here. It was our first time staying in the Pines vs the beach but it was so relaxing and the house had everything we needed. 10/10 would recommend and will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley W.

13 Aug 2023

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

Very nice place

We enjoyed our time here. Very clean. We will be coming back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah P.

7 Aug 2023

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

-Peaceful- Paradise in the Pines

We throughly enjoyed our stay here for our short visit to the island. The home is beautifully decorated and very clean. The entire home was fully stocked with all the necessities. The quiet neighborhood helped make for a very relaxing trip. Only thing I would’ve changed is some darkening shades/curtains in the bedroom so we could’ve slept in later but even without, we still rested very well. Thanks for helping make our trip one of the best! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

3 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful Vacation Rental

My sisters and I spent a week here. The house is beautiful, clean, and well stocked. We really enjoyed the covered outside deck and spent a lot of time there. Anytime I had a question, the owners immediately answered. Dauphin Island is a quiet little gem in the Gulf of Mexico. If you are looking for low key and non-commercialized, this is the place to go. We plan on returning soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene L.

11 May 2023

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

No property beach access

It was good, house was excellent, well stocked with cooking ,bath accessories, clean. Just thought there was access to beach by seeing wooden walkway,but it was of bird sanctuary. Had a good stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 Apr 2023

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

Wonderful weekend

We traveled to Dauphin Island for a family wedding and chose this home because of close proximity to the wedding. We were so pleased with everything about the home! It was absolutely spotless, very spacious, beautiful surroundings, quiet neighborhood, located close to everything we needed. The owners were very easy to communicate with, but they had everything we needed in place so we did not even have to reach out during our stay. Highly recommend this property to anyone traveling to the area! Thank you so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

11 Apr 2023

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

Easter Weekend

We had a great vacation!! Beautiful home and beautiful location. The host was very responsive when a need came up about our key code and called me right away. She was so sweet and kind! The house is decorated absolutely gorgeous! Beautiful art on the walls. Comfy beds with lots of extras you don’t even think you might need/want. Will definitely stay here again in the future. Thank you for a chance to make wonderful memories in a beautiful home! 💛

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T., Columbia, MO

29 Mar 2023

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

Perfect in every way!

This is a beautiful house in a very quiet and secluded neighborhood. No harsh street lights. The home is extremely clean, well stocked and has everything you might need for a family. Cute, cozy and super comfortable furniture and the master bedroom mattress was perfect. The deck is perfect for relaxing outside, rain or shine, with only the sounds of nature. This house feels like home!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Char H.

27 Mar 2023

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

Island Retreat for Nature Lovers is a gem!

Our previous visits to the island have been beachside Gulf so we were very surprised at the quiet seclusion we had here. It is located on a quiet street with easy access via bicycle or car to any of Dauphins beached and attractions. The home is clean and well stocked with everything you need and the owner couldn’t have been more responsive to any question we had. If I had one suggestion to enhance even further it would be more comfortable living room furniture. Yes, the plan is to be outside and enjoy the island but on a rainy day, stuck inside reading, a little more comfort would be appreciated.

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbie P.

10 Mar 2023

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

Vacation trip

Very beautiful house and the owner was very helpful and responded quickly when we had questions.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Knight

My husband I live full-time in Franklin, Tenn., just outside Nashville. Dauphin Island is our home away from home and our Alabama roots run deep. Matt's cousins live on Dauphin Island or just over the bridge. My family has been in the Lake Martin/Auburn/Montgomery area for at least six generations.

Why they chose this property

We are located in The Pines area, which is walkable or bike-able distance from the Audubon Bird Sanctuary, Native American Shell Mounds, West End and East End public beaches, Dauphin Island Sea Lab and Aquarium, restaurants and other attractions. It's quiet, peaceful and a retreat in the middle of an untamed natural escape.

Honor Bar: Feel free to enjoy what's there. Please replace for the next guests.

Art: Paintings and pottery featured in home were created by artists from Alabama, Louisiana, Tennessee, Mississippi and Georgia. Many of these artists' works can be found at Sophiella Gallery in Mobile.

Island Cats: The island has a healthy cat population, including several that live on our street. Please drive carefully to avoid injuring any of them, as these are well-loved kitties.

Property Management: Our cousins Erin and Brandon help manage our property. They live nearby and are available in an emergency. Please reach out to us through the app and we will connect you to them. (Fun Fact: Erin is among the artists featured in our home.)

What makes this property unique

Dauphin Island is one of the Gulf Coast's most beautiful hidden treasures. It's a small barrier island largely undeveloped and untamed. It's incredibly peaceful out here. If you are a nature lover, you will love Dauphin Island.