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"AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS!

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS!

This house is a new rental in 2020. Ain't Life Grand is a 1800 sq ft house located on the Mississippi Sound side of Dauphin Island. This house is very special in that it has a private beach on the Mississippi Sound and a ground level pool. The "Gulf" side of the island is just a 7-10 minute walk or a 1 minute golf cart ride. The house has been recently renovated. Included in the rental are 5 sea kayaks, including single, tandem and kids kayaks, for exploring the canals and Sound. Dauphin Island is considered the sunset capital of the south and Ain't Life Grand gets some of the best views of sunsets on the island.

For the fisherman, Ain't Life Grand has a mooring post for your boat and will handle a boat up to 28 ft. The Sound is full of speckled trout, redfish, flounder, triple tail, ling (cobia), crabs, shrimp and much more. In the Gulf you will find all of the above, plus snapper, grouper, king mackerel, spanish mackerel and many other off shore species. There is a full fish cleaning station on the pool deck with sink, washdown and cutting board. Aint Life Grand even comes with 3 top of the line crab traps for that crab boil you love!

Ain't Life Grand is perfect for families and kids. The Sound, where the private beach is and house are located, is shallow and calm, perfect for kids and adults alike. For more surf and Alabama's famous white sand beaches just head to the Gulf side of the Island

Ain't Life Grand also has a Crow's Nest on the top of the house with 360 degree views The large back deck overlooks the pool and private beach.

The house layout is a 3 bedroom/2 bath. The master has a connecting bathroom and queen bed. Guest room 1 also has a queen bed and guest room has 2 sets of bunk beds so 4 can sleep there. Both rooms have a shared bathroom with shower and bathtub. The house sleeps 8 comfortably. There are 3 tv's, one in the main room, one in the master and one in the bunk bed room.

Outside you have a huge deck around the pool, a hot and cold outdoor shower, access to the beach and on the front deck, the house is a gas grill for cooking your catch. Under the house is parking for you ca, the golf car and the sea kayak rack. Also included is a large drum fan for those warm days and a compressor to blow up floats and tubes. Please be aware the Wharf was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina and is not usable at this time.

You can charter most any size boat for fishing, cruising, dolphin watching, etc. And you can also rent boats at the Dauphin Island Marina.

Ain't Life Grand also includes all linens, Dish Satellite TV, and high speed internet. The kitchen is fully stocked with microwave, toaster, stove, pots, pans, blender, air fryer and even an ice cream maker.

You can rent a golf cart for your stay directly from the owners after booking for additional price. We upgraded the Golf Cart to a new 2023 Aerctic 6 passenger with a top speed of almost 27 mph! Great way to see the island and access the Gulf side.

The pool can also be heated to 90 degrees for an additional price, contact owner for more details.

Please do not print, sign and mail the contract to me. It is just an example of the contract for you to review. A week or so prior to your arrival, we will execute the contract via Docusign and will take care of heated pool/golf cart rental.

Finally, Hurricane Sally and Hurricane Zeta both did extensive damage to the house. We replaced almost everything, walls, ceilings, floors, much of the deck, insulation, subflooring, paint, etc.... It is basically like a new house! If you loved Aint Life Grand in the past, wait till you see it now!

Ask about our Snowbird winter multi week discounts!

Golf Cart rates-
March-October 675.00
November-February 500.00

Pool Heating Rates-
Sept-150.00
October-250.00
November-February-425.00
March-300.00
April-250.00
May 150.00

John

Property manager

John Pearson

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (177 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
"ain't Life Grand" Private Beach Pool SEA Kayaks Golf Cart!

About the neighborhood

Map
Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 12 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Silver Cay vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches and Dauphin Island Public Beach. Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

"AIN'T LIFE GRAND"-KAYAKS, GOLF CART, PRIVATE BEACH, CRAB TRAPS! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 107 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dwayman Y.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Fall Break Ever
The perfect beach house for children. Pool was wonderful, we had it heated, and the beach was literally 7 steps away. I would recommend adding the golf cart. We didn’t use our car the whole time. John was an amazing host with exceptional communication. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
First off, the owners are the most amazing, friendliest, and honest people. We had the most amazing trip and John made the whole process easy and stress free. The house was very clean and I just can’t put into words how stress free this trip was. During our stay we had the threat of a hurricane, and we didn’t even have to worry about that because John watched it hour by hour and assured us that he would let us know if there was even a doubt of our safety. He said he would refund us but thankfully, we didn’t get affected by the hurricane. I couldn’t recommend this place more!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica S., Tyrone georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
Great location for fishing, crabbing, swimming and resting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic getaway
The property is perfect in location and beauty. It has all the amenities and more. I highly recommend this as your next beach vacation. It is a spacious home, well equipped for cooking in and the outdoor space is amazing. The pool is wonderful for coming home to after a day at the beach when you need to get away from the sand and heat. I also want to say that the owner looks out for your every need including any tropical storms that might head your way. He is all about your safety! We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet family time
This was a great way to slow down and just spend time with the family. There are not many distractions on the island. With less attractions we were able to just enjoy each other's company.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as good as the first time
Great place! Loved it so much the 1st time, we came back 2yrs later for another week. The owner reached out before and during our stay for updates, which I think is cool and the house remains in great shape. I took my kids kayaking every evening to catch the sunset in the sound and it was awesome. During our week stay, we had 2 pool visits for pH checks which made me feel better about both kids in the water almost all day. Beautiful location, well kept house and friendly owner. We are getting this house again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R., Clarksville, TN 37010

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we need!
We love this house so much, we come back every summer. It's SO EASY and relaxing to stay here- just what we need
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Lonely Family Vacation 2024
When we arrived the home was as very clean. The pool area was nice. The kitchen was stocked well with any item you should need for stay. My grandbabies have been kayaking but they loved it. And when we left this morning you could see dolphins out in the sound playing❤️
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway!
This property was fabulous for a small family gathering with the grandchildren. Great accommodations, clean, open and airy, and child friendly. Lots of activities such as the beach, kayaks, pool and the golf cart.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M., Little Rock, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Best beach vacation
The property is even better than described. Beautiful views, quiet surroundings, private beach space and being close to everything the island offers! With the golf cart we drove our car twice and it was so convenient and easy. We will be booking our next stay very soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away from life for a few days
Wife &I slept late, watched pelicans & seagulls from porch, swam in heated pool, fished from private beach and public beach. Great time
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herb S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Life Doesn't get any more grand
Our family spent spring break '24 at Aint life Grand. The prior reviews are not exaggerated, this place is truly awesome! We loved the pool and having a beach in the back yard. The house was well equipped and meticulously clean. John made everything easy getting in and answered questions very quickly. We also had friends on the island that came over and couldn't believe how cool this property is. They all commented on the fantastic amenities as well as how clean and nice the house was kept up. The crows nest on the roof was also a favorite hangout for the sunsets. We hope to return in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break 2024
This is the perfect place to stay with kiddos. The kayaks and pool kept them busy most days. The sunsets are incredible and the golf cart was a fun add on. John is an exceptional host. He made sure everything was going good and any issue that arose, he would take care of immediately. We would stay again and again. In fact, we never wanted to leave it in the first place.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holidays on Dauphin Island
This property is decorated very nicely, which creates a warm, comfortable feeling. The decks are perfect for the beautiful views. Pool looked great although we didn’t use it mainly because of the weather. We celebrated Christmas and Thanksgiving with local and out of town family. The Host, John, even surprised us by setting up a Christmas tree which added to our Christmas spirit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd year and same bliss
This was our second year in a row coming to John’s home for our fall break. The house is perfect, the pool is perfect, the view is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great location!
Loved this house! The amenities and pool were as described. We have stayed in Dauphin Island but never on the bay side. We loved it. All 3 kids loved the pool and kayaks. Hoping to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Life Was Grand
First time on Dauphin Island for 4 adults. The home was very nicely decorated and conveniently located. Having the golf cart was a nice bonus as we drove it every time we went to the beach or restaurants. The pool was great! Owner was very accommodating and friendly and gave great instructions. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Life Was Grand!
This house was spacious and clean! Huge kitchen with everything we needed, even an air fryer. It was beautifully decorated and had great wifi sevice. We had the best of both worlds with the pool and then the beach with in 20 feet! My daughter and son in law really enjoyed the kayaks. It was a perfect week and we would definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island trip
Wonderful house, great pool, John and his family were great to deal with. Great experience, will do again. Great neighbors. Daulphin Island is a must see.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D., Jasper, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Life is Grand on Dauphin Island
We had a wonderful week and enjoyed staying at Ain’t Life Grand for a second time. The house is all inclusive in terms of something to do for every age and stage. We enjoyed the kayaks, fishing, swimming, shell collecting and more all right outside the door. John is a great host and the house is equipped with everything you need. Looking forward to visiting again someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and quiet
House is nice and clean, really enjoyed our stay. Kids enjoyed having the pool to play in. John is a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation yet!
The pictures don’t do this home justice… it’s AMAZING!!! I can’t say enough good things about Ain’t Life Grand and the owner John. My wife and our 3 kids (7-11) had one of our best vacations to date. One really cool thing we enjoyed of many, were the crab traps left for us! My son and I fished for crab all week and on the last night we steamed our weeks catch along with some fresh oysters we found on the dock pylons for dinner that night. It was a really fun learning experience for us. We’ll never forget Dauphin Island!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trena B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful getaway
We had a wonderful time there. The islamd is amazing. We enjoyed the public beaches as well as our beach in the sound. This house was great. The gold cart is a must and the ONLY way to go about the island. We enjoyed the pool thoroughly and took the sea kayaks out. John was clear in his communication about the property and check in process. This was a perfect vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was grand
Wonderful property with plenty of room right on the bay. Kids loved the pool and only steps away from the water. Owner John was very helpful and went out of his way to communicate with us. Would definitely recommend the property to others and stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023