Island Time IV offers a serene beachfront getaway with unobstructed Gulf of Mexico views, 2 master suites overlooking the beach, and an expansive living area. Enjoy sun-kissed days by the private heated pool or relax on the covered back deck; unwind in style with a fully-outfitted kitchen and high-speed WiFi.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 132636 sq ft
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
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About this property
Gulf Front, Private Heated Pool, Pet Friendly, 2 Master Suites! – Island Time IV
Island Time IV is a very popular gulf front beach house, where you can enjoy unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico! It includes 2 master suites, both of which overlooking the beach, where you can settle in to the sound of waves and wake up seeing blue sky and an gulf front view. The open plan also includes a spacious living room, dining room and kitchen that also take in great light and the beach views. High ceiling and crown molding trim out the home in an upscale finish to go along with stone counter tops and great décor. The private pool also sits on the gulf side of the home, maximizing sun exposure and giving your that same gulf view that you are coming for. You can sit by the pool and look out on your family sitting on our white sandy beaches. If you do need a break from the sun, there is also a covered part of the back deck to take in the salt air in the shade. There is a second-floor game room that also includes it’s own walk out deck. So many places to hang out, it is great for large groups or families with kids. This home is pet-friendly. The pool is heated from October 1 through April 30 at no additional charge.
Pool Heating Note: Pool temperature can vary during cooler months, as the system relies on outdoor air temperatures. In colder conditions (around 50°F), heating may be less effective or temporarily unavailable (45°F and below), and it can take up to 24 hours to reach the desired temperature when weather allows.
As with all of our Dauphin Island Beach Rentals, all linens and towels are provided, WIFI, along with a fully-outfitted kitchen. There will be a starter pack of toilet paper, paper towels, and trash bags; please plan on bringing more for day 2 ;). A great beach vacation is waiting on you!
Please note the following: 1. Minimum Age for the Primary Renter is 25, and Primary Renter must be present for the entire stay. 2. Maximum Occupancy numbers include Children 3 and over and cannot be exceeded at any time. 3. All of our Homes are Non-Smoking. 4. A signed Rental Agreement is Required, which contains additional Rules and Guidance. 5. This property does not allow weddings or parties. 6. Check-in time is 3 pm, and check-out time is 10 am. 7. Start dishes and linens before departure. 8. Take the trash can to the street on Tuesday night and Friday night. 9. This home is pet-friendly, dogs only, 2-Pet Maximum Limit - $100 pet fee per pet applied.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony/patio
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Heated pool
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 2,636 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events 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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the area
Located in Dauphin Island, this vacation home is on the beach. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mobile Bay and Fort Morgan Beach. Windsurfing, motor boating, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Dauphin Island travel guide
Is Gulf Front, Private Heated Pool, Pet Friendly, 2 Master Suites! – Island Time IV 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 Gulf Front, Private Heated Pool, Pet Friendly, 2 Master Suites! – Island Time IV?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gulf Front, Private Heated Pool, Pet Friendly, 2 Master Suites! – Island Time IV?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gulf Front, Private Heated Pool, Pet Friendly, 2 Master Suites! – Island Time IV located?
This family-friendly Dauphin Island vacation home is located on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches and Dauphin Island Public Beach. Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Gulf Front, Private Heated Pool, Pet Friendly, 2 Master Suites! – Island Time IV Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This is a great spot and was just as described. A few minor things need repair, the code lock for the door didn't work (but the managers were on standby to offer the lock code for a physical key to unlock it). There is a kitchen drawer that is broken, the fridge water/ice is a little glitchy and some dips/ soft spots in the floor. Enough of the negatives! The property is beautiful. Sandy shores, lovely pool, comfortable clean beds, spacious layout, extra amenities (plastic bags, etc. Highly recommend, especially for a large group. Plenty of room with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Great place, thank you so much for our lovely getaway!!
Beautiful location with several issues with house. Reported light/fan not working, chair about to break, dryer sounded like a lawn mower. Deck had turned up boards and loose railings. House could have been cleaner. There was underwear on the deck when we arrived. Parking permit information was confusing - did not need a permit. Had a wonderful time at this house in spite of these issues! Beach was close & restaurants were very good. Enjoyed the boutiques. Saw dolphins almost every day. Beautiful sunrises & sunsets!
Overall I would recommend this place as we’ve stayed in several different houses along the coast over the years. This house definitely goes along with the reviews as it needs some tlc. It is showing its usage of people coming and going. It needs holes patched in the walls, painted, doors and baseboards are dinged up and dirty. This house has the potential to be amazing if someone would give it a good cleaning and makeover. The only thing besides the wear and tear that was really an issue was the heated pool was not working. We went at spring break in which it was windy and chilly most days. The management responded quickly and someone came to look at the pool. I guess they couldn’t fix it bc it never warmed up. Our kids toughed it out and played in it the best they could. All in all it’s a perfect location and a good house that just needs some attention to details. Cleaning crew could have cleaned the fridge a little better as it reeked of fish from whoever was there before us. Management offered charcoal bags in which didn’t do much. But they tried in which we appreciated. Beds were clean and comfortable. Bathrooms were clean. Water pressure wasn’t very good though. I would rate it a 7/10.
Enjoyed our stay for the week!!! The heated pool was fantastic for the kids. It was perfect since the weather was a little chilly. Would recommend this property!
The house was great and the location perfect! Having a pool was a plus too since it was heated and the beach cooled off in the evening. Highly recommend!
This house was perfect for our family. Perfect location on the beach, the kids and adults had easy access. The heated private pool was a major hit . The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked.
We loved this house so much that we rented it again for August. The house is beautiful and you can’t beat the location. We loved having the convenience of our own pool and being right at the beach. Can’t wait to come back!
We enjoyed our days spent here on Dauphin Island! We traveled there from Indiana to spend some time with our oldest daughter who now lives in Auburn, AL. The house was perfect for our size family and we enjoyed the porches and pool deck. Although a bit windy, we still utilized the pool and beach every day! Plan to return again for another family vacation!
We had 7 family members ranging in age from 75 to 17. We had lots of space - each couple/person had their own bedroom. The beach is right there, but we found ourselves in the pool more. Definitely would rent again.
What a relaxing getaway in a prime location. Cannot get any closer to the ocean than this. The home itself was well stocked and had everything you may need. There were minor cosmetic issues but that is to be expected in a rental. Had an absolutely wonderful time and will definitely be back!
The property was just as described online! Plenty of room for everyone! We loved the heated plunge pool. Even though it was November and chilly at night we could still enjoy the pool. The house was only steps from the water! It was the perfect weekend!! Would definitely go back!
The house was FILTHY nothing like the pictures on line. Dirty sheets on the bed and towels were sour smelling....had to rewash and the dryer was not working. They apparently do no maontenance on the house....the gate going downstairs fell completely off. I could not get anyone to come out their communication was terrible. The pool could not be used because it was leaking...then pouring out of the bottom. We did not even stay the whole planned time, left 3 days early because we just could not stand the nastiness. I have attached just a few pics.
Jodie B.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
David F.
Oct 30, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs Deep Clean
We arrived to find the house very dirty. Dauphin realty sent a person to reclean immediately which was nice. The living only has 2 couches that were very stained and filthy. We liked everything about the place except for the cleanliness. I would be embarrassed if it were my home.
David F.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jody E.
May 8, 2021
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not the best review or what you want to hear as a property management
Great location but the house needs a deep clean. The walls are all dirty and we had to buy dish soap, toilet paper, napkins and dishwasher soap. We found a bug in my kids bed plus white dog hair all over my sheets. The pool was really nice and warm and the house nice and cool. The bar chairs in the kitchen need to be replaced or cleaned, I didn’t even want to set on them, they where do gross looking. I would love to vacation at the island again just want to make sure it will be clean for the amount of money spent.
Jody E.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
James B.
Dec 30, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Amazing home, poor communication from Dauphin Beach Rentals
Amazing property. Unfortunately, I never received the check in code on the app at 3pm like I was supposed to. Tried to call you but it went to voice-mail. Left a message and you didn't call me back. Sent a message on the app and you didn't answer it. Luckily my girlfriend got a hold of the property owner directly and we got in. Poor communication on your part.
James B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified
4/10 Poor
Michelle C.
Aug 14, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Roaches and more.....
No working internet, tvs that did not work, inside of washing machine had brown sludge stuck all in it..it was not usable.
Roaches in the kitchen cabinets. The floor had several "soft spots" like the floor was wet and soft underneath.
No usable hoses attached to outdoor faucets.
This house wad very expensive, even divided 4 ways!! Absolutely not worth the money and will nevet stay at this property again.
After 19 years of renting a home, we chose this area and home because we wanted a beach experience this year. This did not disappoint at all. It is a beautiful home with comfortable beds, great floor plan and beautiful unobstructed views of the gulf. The pool was perfect with lots of places to sit on in the water.
The only issues were the very slow internet and communication with the rental company. Before we came, communication was wonderful but once we were in the house, none of our questions that were sent were answered. Luckily they weren’t too important. It was just disappointing.
But all in all, this is a wonderful place to come to relax, just know that you have to climb a few steps to get into this beach paradise.
Jacque B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Emily P.
Jan 27, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
No decent pans to cook in , dish washer not working, dirty bed ,house swayed actually was moving
Bedroom down stairs leaks water in corner, the bed was nasty , house actually moved back and forth couldn't get much sleep, no pans to cook with the 3 that was there were trash food stuck to them , no trash bags to change out trash, water pressure was horrible, and drywall falling off around windows at the top there was no curtains in living room so sun would hit the TV screen and couldn't see the TV the property was beautiful the house was not kept up in decent shape needs plenty of work also the flooring in haul way is separated and ripped my sock and foot, pool people coming in during or stay is ridiculous 2 times . And people smoking out side the house on front side as they walk threw to go to the beach area the top deck railing is coming apart that's a safety hazard! Not at all what we expected for the kind of money we spent to stay there !