Title: High Dunes Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # High Dunes Retreat Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72400000/72390200/72390194/857c0b8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72400000/72390200/72390194/a6c74413.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72400000/72390200/72390194/15ab32df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72400000/72390200/72390194/705f88ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72400000/72390200/72390194/0ced4dd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in a picturesque cove, this house boasts an incredible view of the gulf. With its spacious interior and surrounding sandy beach, it's perfect for family gatherings. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### High Dunes Retreat This is the most amazing house with an unbelievable "million dollar view"! The cove that leads to the gulf is directly in front of you and sand surrounds you. Bring the whole family - there is room!! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Bicycles - Kayak ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33710200/33710146/w2047h1364x1y1-072d87e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shamrock Shores - Gulf-front 6 Bedroom Beach House, 2 kitchens, Pet-Friendly Dauphin Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 7.4 Good 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=33710146&PinnedHotelID=33710146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103710000/103701100/103701044/852c945f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 dog-friendly beach houses right on the sand w/private heated pool & elevator Dauphin Island - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=103701044&PinnedHotelID=103701044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66820000/66810500/66810455/0e64a52f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxurious Gulf-front home with views, porches, and beach access - Moasis Dauphin Island - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=66810455&PinnedHotelID=66810455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61470000/61460300/61460286/e0d3f19f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Massive, gorgeous 6 bedroom gulf front house. 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Children must be supervised and with an adult at all times. The home is privately owned. The owner is not responsible for any accident to a guest or a pet while on the property. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Dogs must be house trained; leash on the beach ### 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 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=30.248983,-88.119644&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:g%7BswDvzyxO%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBQ%40QBOBSBQBOBOBSDOBODQDQDODODOFQDOFOFODOFMFOHOFMFOHOHKHOFMHMHMJMHKHMJKHMJKJKJMJKJIJIJKLKJIJILIJILILILGLGLILELGLGLGLENGLELENELCNELCNENCLCNCNALCNANANANAL%3FNANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40NBN%40LBNBLBNDNBLDNBLDLDNDLFLDNFLFLFLDLHLFJFLHLHLHJHLHJHJJJJLHJJJHJLHJJJJLHJJLHJHLHLHLHLHNFJHNFNHLFNFNFLFNFNDNFNDPDNDNDPDNDPDNBNDRBNBNBPBR%40NBP%40PBP%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%40P%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FPAP%3FNARAPAPAPCNARCPANCPCPCPCNEPCPENEPENENEPENENGPENGNGNGLGNGLINGNILGLINILILIJILILKLIJKLKJIJKJKJKJMHKJKJKHMFKJMFMJMFKHMFMFMFMFMFODMFMDODMDMFOBMDOBOBMDO%40MDO%40OBO%3FOBM%40O%3FO%40O%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAMAO%3FOAOCO%3FMCOAOEMAOEOCMCOEMCOGMEMEOEMGMEMGMGMGMGMGMIMGMKKGMKKGKIMKKKKIKKKKKKKKKKIMKKIMIMKMIKIMGMIOIMIMGOGOIMGOGMEOGOGOEQGOEOEOEOEQEQCOEQCQCOCQCQCQCOAQCSAOAQAQAQASAO%3FQ%3FQAQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=z96Vk2JUaKsUZOT7ltoS2HiwFO8=) Dauphin Island, AL #### What's nearby - Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Dauphin Island Public Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Indian Shell Mound Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km - Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 7 min drive - 5.6 km #### Getting around - Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Circle K - ‬2 min drive - ‪Pelican Pub - ‬19 min walk - ‪Chevron - ‬17 min walk - ‪Capt'n Snappers - ‬3 min drive - ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is High Dunes Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at High Dunes Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at High Dunes Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is High Dunes Retreat located? > Nestled on the beach, this Dauphin Island vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches, Dauphin Island Public Beach, and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council. East End Beach and Indian Shell Mound Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## High Dunes Retreat Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chanista A. Jul 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home. Beautiful, well maintained and stocked with all the necessities. My family had an incredible time and made lots of cherished memories in a place that felt like home. ##### Chanista A. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mike e. May 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Graduation Beach Celebration Property was great. Cissy, the owner was more than accommodating. 8 highlt recommend this property for a beach getaway ##### mike e. Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick O. Nov 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay We had a wonderful stay at the house on Dauphin Island. The setup for our family was perfect. The house is a short walk across the dunes to a protected cove or the gulf. The house was well stocked (kitchen and bathrooms) and very comfortable. We will look at this house first the next time we're in town! ##### Patrick O. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danika W. Jun 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well appointed home with gorgeous views. This home was very spacious. It was like staying in a friend’s home- full of books, toys, beach items, and more- for shared use. The views were amazing. Parking was ample- we brought 2 boats and had plenty of room. I would not consider it walkable to the gulf. But, a short drive will get you to the public pier or a permit was provided for easy access in many areas. It was very comfortable for our group of teens and adults. ##### Danika W. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Byron V. Nov 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House and Great Owners The owner and associates were the best! They were very responsive to us and went the extra mile to ensure that we enjoyed everything about the house. The house itself was extremely comfortable. We had plenty of room to spread out and the kitchen was very well equipped. The location was great - on top of a dune, in a private, undeveloped area. Recommend it highly. ##### Byron V. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luke T. Jul 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### World Class I would say this is the best property on the Island. Unbelievable view!! The host is amazing!! ##### Luke T. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vickie A. Jun 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation 2022 We loved looking for shells on the beach. The Boys loved kayaking. The last night my son's family rode the bicycles and really enjoyed it. We took the ferry and had a sunset cruise., toured fort gains, the aquarium and hit all the shops. ##### Vickie A. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn D. May 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very unique house and great hosts! Everything was so unique and interesting about the house! It was a perfect size for our big family and so wonderfully stocked with everything you would need. It was very clean and the hosts were so helpful and nice and went overboard to accommodate us!While we appreciated the hospitality of all the items/food supplied in the kitchen and house, it did make it a little challenging to not get confused with what was our stuff and what was already there. Also having enough room in the refrigerators for our 2 weeks of groceries since we bring our own food and do not eat out. This is not a complaint just a little challenge for us that we were not used to. The views were beautiful but it was a trek to the beach if you have babies and loads of stuff! The host got us a pass to the country club so we could play tennis which ended up being a very big part of our trip that we enjoyed as a family a lot!! Highly recommend!! ##### Robyn D. 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