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Dog-friendly, waterfront getaway w/ a private hot tub, furnished patio, hammock

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Property grounds
Exterior
Beach nearby
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8183 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-friendly, waterfront getaway w/ a private hot tub, furnished patio, hammock

Paws-a-While

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Take a few days to 'Paws-a-While' and enjoy a relaxing stay at this bayfront home located on Dauphin Island! The house itself has a well-equipped kitchen for easy meal preparation and plenty of seating for dining both inside and out on the furnished balcony! Enjoy the beautiful views of Mobile Bay while relaxing in your hot tub or watching a little cable TV by the outdoor wet bar.

What's nearby:
Stroll out the back door and enjoy your bayfront beach paradise! This house is located just five miles away from Dauphin Island Sea Lab. The island also features a golf course and a bird sanctuary. And when you are feeling a little hungry, there are plenty of local restaurants to choose from!

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Outdoor shower
Dogs are welcome with a small nightly fee
Full kitchen with a dishwasher
Outdoor wet bar with a wine cooler

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 2 vehicles.

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 36 years of age to book. Guests under 36 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Alabama

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing 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: 1971 sq ft (183 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: 36

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

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

Dog-friendly Waterfront Getaway
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Dog-friendly Waterfront Getaway House
Dog-friendly Waterfront Getaway House

About the neighborhood

Map
Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 13 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly, waterfront getaway w/ a private hot tub, furnished patio, hammock pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly, waterfront getaway w/ a private hot tub, furnished patio, hammock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly, waterfront getaway w/ a private hot tub, furnished patio, hammock?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly, waterfront getaway w/ a private hot tub, furnished patio, hammock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Dauphin Island Beaches and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Dauphin Island Public Beach. Indian Shell Mound Park and Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Dog-friendly, waterfront getaway w/ a private hot tub, furnished patio, hammock Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 93 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip 2024
Great place..hope to rent again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review of Paws-A-While beachhouse
We were very pleased with the rental except that neither ice machine worked-the one on the counter or the in the freezer-so I reported this, but no one came, so we had to buy ice. The oven does not work properly. The top oven did not heat up past a certain degree, the bottom oven didn't work unless the top oven was on.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice vacation!
Really nice property. Had a really nice time.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place.
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

thomas t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short visit to DI
Loved the property. It was clean, well appointed and the hot tub was definitely a bonus! Absolutely would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of summer break
Good location on island. Easy access to bay and ocean. Very comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Cottondale

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful DOG Friendly Property
Property was as described. Such a beautiful place for family and pets to enjoy! Hope to return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect pet friendly home
We absolutely loved Paws-awhile. The house is beautiful and has stunning views. The beds and furniture are very comfortable, and the property is clean and well maintained. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We brought our family and our 3 labs with us. House was big enough for all of us and as pictured. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad S., Adkins, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family vacation
Beautiful views of the gulf with bayside access. Awesome set up downstairs for entertaining. Great vacation spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
July 9-16, 2022 stay
The property was clean, well equipped as advertised and in a pleasant and growing neighborhood. Excellent access to the water with a sandy beach and shoreline. Overall, the property provided an excellent venue for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family stay
Enjoyed this bay-side home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Lesia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach escape
We had an issue checking in. We arrived on the island early, so we drove around getting familiar with the area. At 4pm we headed to the house. We arrived a few minutes after 4pm to find the cleaning crew. They didn’t speak English so a representative arrived to speak with us. She was very nice and apologetic. Regardless, we sat and waited at the patio area under the house. This area was a big disappointment. It was nothing like pictured. All the nice furniture was gone. The hanging chairs, large grill, hammock. And lounge chairs were gone. The only furniture was a picnic table, one broken wooden lounge chair, a heavy outdoor lounge chair and matching beach style chair. There was a large grill that was broken and a smaller working grill. We chose this house because of the downstairs area. We felt it would be a perfect area to keep our dog out of the sun while we enjoyed the sun and we’re just steps from the water. Once we were able to enter the house, it was perfect. Very clean and exactly as pictured. The furniture was comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked with all necessities. The next disappointment was the hot tub. I lifted the cover and the water was dirty. It stuck a
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this vacation
House was very clean and exactly how it was Described and shown in the photos. Loved being on our own private beach! Easy check in and out process. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach vacation
We had a great time. The check in was easy, with a private Bay front. We spent a lot of time on the ocean side but it was an easy walk across the road or drive to the public beaches. We recommend renting the golf carts to explore the island. Also Fort Gaines was a great experience. The check out was simple and easy as well. We will definitely stay a again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dorvan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Loved this property! Extremely pleased with cleanliness!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marianne P., Memphis

Liked: Cleanliness
Dauphin Island summer trip!
We had a great time!! The house was beautiful, clean, great space. We didn’t realize the house was on the Bay side, but it was fine because the beach was right across the street. And actually the bay side had the most beautiful sunset views! The fire pit was also a big hit! Dauphin island is so quiet & peaceful- with a few quaint shops, restaurants, and the grocery store had tons! We were surprised at how cute the boutiques were! Thanks so much!! Vacasa was easy to work with! Highly recommend !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad E., Crown Point

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
We had a great stay on Dauphin Island. Property was comfortable and as described. Beautiful view of the bay.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annamarie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Last minute birthday getaway!
It was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most relaxing vacation ever!!
We took our senior dog for his first trip to the beach and he loved it!! We walked on the beach with our 2 dogs and relaxed in the hot tub with a glass of wine.. it was beyond relaxing and peaceful!! I WILL be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon get-away
Everything was wonderful, we will definitely be coming back to Dauphin island and staying in a vacasa house. The only sad part was the hot tub would not come up to temperature. Other than that everything was outstanding.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Bekah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience but a few things would have been nice to know...
This is a beautiful house with beautiful views of the bay. Everything was very clean and the downstairs deck area was nice. We would suggest bringing extra trash bags, extra dish detergent if you plan to cook most of the time, and some sort of surface cleaner like Lysol wipes. We were told there was only a regular coffee pot but there is indeed a Keurig. The hot tub was nice but it does take several hours to heat up, FYI. We did have a bizarre experience the first night we arrived - mosquitoes were everywhere outside and we had to quickly go back in. We figured it was because of the recent Hurricane Laura and standing pools of water. I called Vacasa about it since we were worried we wouldn't be able to stay outside at all for the remainder of the trip, and I was told the local property manager would call me, but I never got a call back. The mosquitoes thankfully turned out to be a fluke, and the rest of the trip we had no issues. I would have appreciated a call back though. It was not completely clear to me that this property faces the bay and not the ocean, but we just walked across the street and set up our stuff in front of an empty lot. Great experience overall, just wanted to warn other guests of a few things.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Luis S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Even better that seen on the website.
Even better that seen on the website.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Valentine Vaca
So clean, right down to the comforting clean smell of the sheets as we fell asleep!! Beautiful house. Our dog loved it!!! The sound side definitely suited us with the dog and children during COVID-19. Had a minor problem with hot tub but manager handled it quickly. Bunk bed upstairs was not prepared to hold two 6’4”+ teenagers. Every time they rolled over, we could hear the squeaks in the master bedroom. Just needs a screwdriver to tighten it up a little! Really wonderful visit!!! Thank you so much ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy and relaxing!
Paws-a-while was by far the best rental we’ve stayed at! We had everything we needed and felt like we were home. It was cleaned and kept in like-new condition. The master bedroom was definitely more firm than we prefer, but didn’t keep us from sleeping well. We will be booking this place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020