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The Shed on MonLouis Island with nearby fishing docks

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Ample parking space in front of The Shed
Back deck for morning coffee time or evening relaxing.
Bar Dining area
Roomy seating and tv area.
Futon opens as an extra bed for children or guests. Extra linens in the bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Coden, AL
  • Mobile Bay
    7 min drive
  • Bellingrath Gardens and Home
    17 min drive
  • Dauphin Island Beaches
    23 min drive
  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    36 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

The Shed on MonLouis Island with nearby fishing docks

Apartment size Guest House, perfect for 2 guests. Near Dauphin Island beaches. Seafood Store located on same property for fresh shrimp, crab and oysters. Quiet, peaceful, and very relaxing. Nice getaway! Backyard deck for morning coffee.

Located on Fowl River. Full kitchen with dishes, pots and pans, crock pot, deep fryer, electric coffee maker, microwave, toaster. One bedroom with a queen size bed and one bathroom with shower, vanity, etc We also have a futon in the living room that opens to a full size bed with extra bedding.

Walking, bicycling, kayaking on the river (bring your own kayak)! A public fishing pier is near, as well as the Beaches of Dauphin Island. Cow pasture on the drive in. Kids love it. Occasionally a deer is seen crossing the road. And even an alligator near the curve. 😉

Local Dollar General store and gas station close by.

Property manager

Patricia Zirlott

Languages

English

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
Smoking outside on the deck is permitted.
Add up to 2 guests for $10 each per night per stay. No more than 2 extra guests. The house is not suitable for more than 4.

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Coden

Located in Coden, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Punta Clara Candy Kitchen and Fairhope Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Indian Shell Mound Park and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mobile Greyhound Park or Hank Aaron Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
Map
Coden, AL

What's nearby

  • Mobile Bay - 7 min drive
  • Bellingrath Gardens and Home - 17 min drive
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 19 min drive
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 23 min drive
  • Fort Morgan - 62 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lighthouse Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Baudean's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Reef - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bill & Charlie's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Oriental Palace Chinese Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shed on MonLouis Island with nearby fishing docks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Shed on MonLouis Island with nearby fishing docks?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shed on MonLouis Island with nearby fishing docks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Shed on MonLouis Island with nearby fishing docks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this guesthouse is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Mobile Bay and within 12 miles (20 km) of Bellingrath Gardens and Home and Indian Shell Mound Park. Dauphin Island Public Beach and Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tami K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming & Cute
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you again
Perfect relaxing and fun location for those who want something a little low key! Great alternative to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Coden Getaway
My husband, son, and I spent 3 nights at this peaceful property. Secluded yet close to many things. Dauphin Island was only around 15 minutes away. We spent a little of each evening there. Beautiful sunsets!! Mobile not far away as well. Would definitely stay here again! Beautiful property, nice inside, wonderful hosts! Was also a nice bonus to buy up some shrimp to bring home from the owners of the property(Zirlott's Gulf Products) before we left out. Thank you Patricia and Kate for sharing your property! We had a wonderful visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet oasis
Perfect little place to unwind!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worked Great for Our Needs
The booking and check in processes were seamless. The Shed served our purposes perfectly. We had plenty of room for the two of us and everything we needed to make a meal. The mattress was exceptionally comfortable however the pillows were small. The weather outside was extremely hot so the AC, as is typical in the south, had a hard time keeping up with the heat. However, it still was not hot in the rental. Communications with the host was on point. She was always a text or phone call away if needed. Thank you for a great day!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Quick getaway with my wife and son. Clean with comfortable beds. Quiet. We loved it. Patricia was great. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite get away
If you want peace and quiet after a long day of beaching and or fishing this is the place. My oldest son is hard to please but liked staying there. I have rented condos but a lot of time you can hear folks walking and talking as they go to there condo when you are trying to sleep. It’s real cozy. The owner and family are super friendly. The drive to the beach is not long at all. I would highly recommend it to someone who doesn’t want to deal with a bunch of people.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The family was very nice we rented from
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tawnya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location between Mobile and Dauphin Island
My husband, five yr old son and myself drove in from St. Louis for Labor Day Weekend. The property is beautiful and right on the water. It’s very quiet at night and in the morning. We visited Dauphin Island’s West End Beach twice which is only about 20 min away (no parking fee), and the USS Alabama in Mobile which is about 25 min North. FYI Dauphin Island closes up pretty much by 8, so plan your dinner ahead of time. The mainland side of West End Beach has much quieter waves, and black sand. Our 5 yr old son could have spent all day at the USS Alabama exploring. He loved it just as much as the beach. We had everything we needed at The Shed with a gracious and easily accessible host. Thank you for a lovely extended Weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent 2 day stay!
Close to Daulphin Island, Bayou La Batre, and other destinations along the Alabama & Miss coastal areas. And excellent seafood locations and eating places. Quiet, peaceful and a beautiful place away from the congested places. Really enjoyed and highly recommend it! Will probably plan a trip back and bring my boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get Away
The stay was to short. We would like to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Private Getaway Spot Close To DI
We were looking for a basic clean and quiet spot for a short and affordable anniversary getaway on or close to Dauphin Island and this fit the bill perfectly! When I read the description I got excited that is was close to the river AND the island. The prospect of getting to see a ‘gator was exciting but alas we didn’t. Maybe next time! :) There was plenty of room, it was cool enough, anything we needed in the kitchen if we wanted to stop at Greer’s or get seafood from Zirlott’s and cook, and was clean and had plenty of towels. We enjoyed the food selections nearby and the hosts were very pleasant when we spoke. Just a perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay!
This was our first beach vacation to Dauphin Island. We were about 10 minutes and an easy drive to the beach! The shed is super adorable and spacious! Beds were comfy and everything was there that we needed for the whole week! The river runs behind it and there’s a seafood store - we are obsessed with the fresh shrimp & crab quiche! It was the perfect trip! We will be back next year for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem
Thank you we enjoyed ourselves
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Shed
Clean, quiet, and cozy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin and Reese J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay at the Shed did not disappoint.
Absolutely love the Zirlott family, staying in the comfy and cozy shed, and enjoying the hidden river front property with a fish house to purchase the best oysters, crab cakes, gumbo, and shrimp we have ever had. We will be returning to unwind and enjoy this paradise again soon. Highly recommend a stay at the Shed to anyone wanting to get away from the world that enjoys great hospitality, genuine people, and the best seafood you will find anywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jaimie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice affordable alternative.
The house is a nice affordable alternative to the beach houses and condos in Dauphin Island. We (my 4 yr old and I) enjoyed driving past the cows and mooing at them each time we saw them and watching the fireflies at night. We weren't as close to the water/river as I thought we would be - the shed actually faces the opposite direction. But it was quiet and peaceful 🙂.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed “The Shed”!
We had a nice stay at “The Shed”. Close to Dauphin Island for beach time, place was clean, and owners are super nice. We are already in early stages of planning our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The shed
Great place and great people. Shrimp are good as well as the crab quiche.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Imelda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
It was a great place to stay. Attentive and kind property manager/owner. Clean and nice location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite Country Cottage
It was very cozy. Loved the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend
Everything was nice clean and the Proccess was very easy. Ms. Patricia was extremely nice and helpful.. definately will be staying again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zach P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
It was relaxing and quiet will definitely be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful getaway out from the mainstream.
The shed is a perfect exclusion from the city living. We loved it even though we didn't spend much time there. Most of our time was spent on the island with family. But the shed worked out great for us. We'd do it for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Patricia Zirlott

Host profile image
My husband and I own and operate a Seafood Business on FowL River. We have six children (1 in Heaven) and 12 grandchildren.
We love God, family, and our Heritage (fishing livelihood).
It is a pleasure to serve folks delicious seafood that we have caught and processed.
Now, as first time rental hosts, we are loving providing a pleasant home for folks to come to for relaxing and enjoyment.

Why they chose this property

This is a small but comfortable apartment size house. Clean and pleasant to stay in, with comfortable air conditioning and heat as needed.

There is 1 bedroom with a full size bed. One bathroom with toilet, shower, and vanity.

Full kitchen with an island bar and bar stools. No TV is provided so you can enjoy quiet relaxation and meditation.

Rural area, very secluded with a seafood store on the property.
Squirrels, and deer may be frequently seen.
Nice private road for walking or bicycling. Fishing pier is just a few minutes away. And the beaches are only 15 minutes away.

What makes this property unique

Close(only 15 minute drive) and easy to get to the beaches of Dauphin Island. Restaurants, ferry, Fort, and many other sites and events.

Pleasant view of surrounding woods. Secluded and private with areas for walking, viewing animals and birds.

Languages:

English
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