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

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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TV, DVD player, books
TV, DVD player, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On Dauphin Island, Sun Haven offers a tranquil retreat with a private dock and furnished deck perfect for sunrises. Prepare delicious breakfasts in the full kitchen and fire up the gas grill on the deck for evening gatherings. With free WiFi, a living room for movie nights, and dog-friendly accommodations welcoming 2 dogs max.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

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.

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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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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

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

70084

About the neighborhood

Map
Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 54 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Fort Morgan - 55 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Mobile Cruise Terminal - 61 min drive - 76.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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?

Check-out 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 vacation home is within 1 mi (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 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

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

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Home away from Home

This is a great place to stay with your family.

8/10 Good

Jackson H.

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

Sun Haven

My family enjoyed our
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marbury B.

Awesome house and location!

We loved having our meals on the deck, fishing from the wharf. Plenty of room for being with family in the house, deck, wharf, beach and swimming in the Sound.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family had a great time staying at the house. We cooked several meals and never turned on the TV. We spent time together on the water. Our dog also had a blast. She finally got to go on vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley W.

Wonderful view

The dock is top tier! Private beach and SUPER close to the gulf side. Walkable for when the parking lot is full. We have stayed in many houses on Dauphin Island and definitely would choose this house again.

8/10 Good

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Perfect location on the bay with access to the gulf as well - the best of both worlds. Loved the sunsets off the back deck, the private beach and the dock as well. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Great!

Cute home with all the amenities. Wifi was hit or miss some. Water was very shallow (it never got above my waist) so fishing off the pier was not we expected and the public fishing pier was closed for repairs. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would definitely be back to Dauphin Island, its such a cute quiet town.

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

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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8/10 Good

Sarah P.

Nice house

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

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

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

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

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

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
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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

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
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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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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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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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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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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.
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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