10/10 Excellent
Daniel S.
13 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house RIGHT on the beach
Daniel S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Entire home
Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle
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Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14199 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Dauphin Island, AL
- Dauphin Island Beaches7 min walk
- Dauphin Island Public Beach8 min drive
- Isle Dauphine Golf Club13 min drive
- Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)62 min drive
Room options
About the area
Dauphin Island
At this holiday home you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Dauphin Island Beaches and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Dauphin Island Public Beach. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 3.5 bathrooms, a sofa bed and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a games room and barbecues. .In proximity to this Dauphin Island holiday home you'll find Fort Morgan.
What's nearby
- Dauphin Island Beaches - 7 min walk
- Dauphin Island Public Beach - 8 min drive
- Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 13 min drive
- Indian Shell Mound Park - 13 min drive
- Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 16 min drive
Getting around
- Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
- Pirate's Bar & Grill - 13 min drive
- Island Rainbow - 10 min drive
- Islanders Restaurant & Bar - 11 min drive
- Pelican Pub - 13 min drive
- Skinner's Seafood - 13 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle
Strand Castle is a Gulf-front house with an ideal beach house layout- 4 bedrooms, a Game Room overlooking the Gulf in the 4th bedroom, a small, private, heated pool (October through April), and roof-top Crow's Nest. It's easy to see why this beach house is one of Dauphin Island's most popular vacation rentals.
This elevated, two-story home has a Master Suite on the first level with a private full bath. There is also a half-bath off the kitchen. The Great Room is large, open, and has a flat-screen TV over the fireplace. The Second Level has three bedrooms, two of which share a Jack and Jil half bathroom with a shower. There is a third full bathroom on this level and a Game Room (great for night time or rainy days). The game room is also the 4th bedroom and has a bunk bed and sleeper sofa. The rooftop has a Crow's Nest, which provides panoramic views of the Island.
The home has a new owner and was completely updated in Winter 20/21. New flooring, fixtures, furniture, and paint throughout. It is a stunning makeover!
The two windows that are boarded up in the pictures are expected to be repaired in March 2021. Windows are on backorder.
All of our Dauphin Island vacation home rentals come complete with linens, towels, and fully-equipped kitchens, everything you need for a great family beach vacation.
The pool is heated from October thru April.
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 NOT pet friendly.
This elevated, two-story home has a Master Suite on the first level with a private full bath. There is also a half-bath off the kitchen. The Great Room is large, open, and has a flat-screen TV over the fireplace. The Second Level has three bedrooms, two of which share a Jack and Jil half bathroom with a shower. There is a third full bathroom on this level and a Game Room (great for night time or rainy days). The game room is also the 4th bedroom and has a bunk bed and sleeper sofa. The rooftop has a Crow's Nest, which provides panoramic views of the Island.
The home has a new owner and was completely updated in Winter 20/21. New flooring, fixtures, furniture, and paint throughout. It is a stunning makeover!
The two windows that are boarded up in the pictures are expected to be repaired in March 2021. Windows are on backorder.
All of our Dauphin Island vacation home rentals come complete with linens, towels, and fully-equipped kitchens, everything you need for a great family beach vacation.
The pool is heated from October thru April.
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 NOT pet friendly.
Property manager
Dauphin Island Beach Rentals
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
Pool/Spa
- Heated pool
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- DVD player
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Billiards/pool table
- Heated pool
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks 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: 2,144 square feet
Policies
Check-in
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
Pets
- No pets 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
On-site 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
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Strand Castle Gulf Front private heated pool Game Room
Large Gulf front Home With Game Room Private Heated Pool
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle?
Yep, Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle is on Dauphin Island Beaches. Fun beach activities include body boarding, fishing and swimming. You can also find motor boats.
Does Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle have a pool?
Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle has a heated pool.
What luxury perks are available at Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle?
This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.
Is there a private hot tub at Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle?
No, but there is a private pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle?
No, Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle?
Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle?
No, pets are not allowed.
Gulf-Front, private heated pool, roof top deck, game Room - Strand Castle Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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.
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Alissa W., Henderson
31 July 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Alissa W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Keeli O.
20 June 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Strand Castle
We enjoyed our stay at Strand Castle. The rooftop deck provided beautiful sunrises and the bigs and littles enjoyed the pool table. The deck pool was wonderful! However, upon our arrival the floors and coffee table were covered in sand. There was also a bug problem. We have stayed in several other homes on the west end and have never had this issue. I informed the lady who dropped off the fresh linens for the cleaning crew the morning of our departure. She was going to inform the rental company, but said that all of the homes were sprayed on a regular basis.
Keeli O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Noah T.
29 July 2023
Wonderful Family Visit
We throughly enjoyed the stay being close to the beach and the size of house was perfect for our family. We just have a few minor recommendations for improvement:
1. There is a small amount of mold growing close to kitchen and vents need to be dusted.
2. We believe there are roaches in the framework of house with a few coming in from behind the ocean side door frame while doors are closed.
3. Fridge was slow to cool with a few items not being fully refrigerated a few days later.
Besides that, we had everything we needed and overall cleanliness was great. Thank you for a wonderful visit.
Noah T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Brooke M.
19 Apr 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful beach, house needs work, boring location
Pros:
- the beach is spectacular and though neighbors are close, feels very private
- house fit our group really nicely
- bird sanctuary has really nice trail system
Cons:
- pool was broken (no heat) for most of our stay. Repair staff told us it breaks almost everyday and they keep coming out to ‘fix’ it but that owners really need to do a larger repair on it.
- deck furniture, as mentioned in other reviews, could use major improvement.
- deck needs to be redone. Major splinter issues with kids.
- no grocery store nearby. Drove to Mobile to get affordable groceries for the week (3 hour endeavor). Everything on island is super overpriced.
- towels are abysmal. Would be great to provide beach towels as well as proper bath towels. Anyone flying here doesn’t have ability to bring all of this themselves.
- If you plan to only hang out at the house, this is a perfect vacation spot. Otherwise there is virtually nothing else to do on the island or within a one hour drive.
- on island restaurants are pretty bad.
Lastly, might have been in our packet somewhere, but emergency storm information would have been good to have. We had a pretty bad storm and weren’t sure what an evacuation might look like, how we would be notified. Doesn’t take much rain for island to flood.
We had a great time, but with the amount we spent, I expected more.
Brooke M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
6/10 Okay
Anita D., Walton, NY 13856
15 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable
House setup and space was great. Several construction issues that needed to be addressed. Broken or loose railings, pool and hot tub had heating issues, hot tub jets didn’t work nor did any of the lights inside them work. Other than those minor things it was a very nice time
Anita D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chase F.
20 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing at Strand Castle
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Strand Castle. All the kids had their own spaces, we had pool tournaments every night, and waking up to the view of the beach was priceless. This was our first time at Dauphin Island and Strand Castle helped make it a great trip. The kids loved being able to get into the pool and hang out on the beach that was "right there." The house was incredible. The views from the crows nest were unmatched!
Chase F.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy R.
9 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Strand Castle Graduation Celebration
Really enjoyed our stay! The location was spectacular! We really loved the crow’s nest—best view of the island, sunrises, & sunsets! Highly recommend—any concerns we had were promptly handled.
Amy R.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Harry M.
7 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Pay attention to details
Besides the heated pool not working, everything else was excellent !
Harry M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan G., Washington
8 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The location was perfect. Being right on the beach was so nice. The pool and crows nest are a great perk. We had a couple of small issues and they were very quick to respond. The only real problem we had was with the deck furniture- way too uncomfortable to use.
Susan G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Johnny R.
11 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
Good
Johnny R.
6/10 Okay
Joshua S.
15 Mar 2021
Great but a few issues
We went for a get away and time to visit my mother. I have been recovering from a very long illness and needed a brief change of scenery. There was a small error in cleaning that was a simple mistake and would have been rectified but due to covid and my health, we elected to not have people come into the house to clean. The managment company was very sincere and honest and even had a dinner delivered to us b/c they felt bad. It wasn’t necessary but very appreciated. The only main issue that I had with this rental property was the lack of comfort. The beds were ok, not great, the furniture in the living room was ok. The big issue was outside. We generally spend a lot of time sitting outside listening to the ocean and with my health thats about all I can do. The deck wood was chipping and we all got splinters and all the deck furniture is old nailed wood. No padding or cushions. It was very uncomfortable. The game room upstairs was very nice and the kids enjoyed it greatly. The second floor balcony would have been nice but no place to sit. The crows nest is also very nice but only a wooden picnic table that was chipping too. Other than that, it is a reasonably nice house. The people at the management company were very responsive and seemed to be sincerely kind people which, for me, goes a long way. I may not stay at this property again but I would not hesitate to rent a property from Dauphin Island Beach Rentals.
Joshua S.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2021
4/10 Poor
Ayoung P.
10 Sept 2020
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house is old and not clean
All equipments are old. The house needs to be improved.
Ayoung P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Megan B.
28 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
This place was convenient and right on the beach. The place is a little dated and old, washer dryer didn’t work/ and pool heater wasn’t working at first. Adam and his team did a
Very good job accommodating
Megan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kristina W.
1 May 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Unexpected getaway
When covid 19 began and our original trip had to be cancelled my kids were very disappointed. We were told about Dolphin Island and how secluded it was and thought this would be perfect. We booked Strand Island for 5 days but luckily the next reservation cancelled so we ended up staying for 10 days. Although the beach was closed, we were still able to play in the sand around our house and the police did not bother us. The bonus was the heated pool on the deck. It’s not a overly large pool but it was perfect for our family. The house had lots of beds and easily slept my husband and I and our 6 kids. Because of the virus we choose to stay at the house and cook all of our meals. The kitchen was stocked with just about everything we needed. There was a small grocery store less than 10 miles from our house where we could pick up things as we needed it but be careful because they were very over priced but we appreciated the convenience of it being so close.
Being surrounded by sand, it can be hard to keep the sand outside but they had a outside shower to help wash sand off to keep from bringing it all inside.
One of the days we were there was extremely windy and knocked the satellite off the house for the TV. We called the management that night and it was replaced by the following afternoon! This was no fault of the owner but appreciated how quickly the got a hold of AT&T to get it fixed. Luckily we had some DVD’s in our car and they had a DVD player so we could keep the kids entertained since it was so windy outside.
Overall we had a great experience and would love to come back when the town is not closed down because of the corona virus. Would definitely recommend!
Kristina W.
10/10 Excellent
Jill M., Sulligent, Alabama
17 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful House and Location
Nice and roomy with 2 porches to enjoy. Comfortable beds and kitchen with all the amenities you need. This was our first trip to Dauphin Island and we made many wonderful memories.
Jill M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Renee P.
9 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
We had a great time the beach house was great.
Renee P.
10/10 Excellent
Clifton N.
11 Dec 2018
Great place, great location!
Property is in great shape!
Clifton N.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018
8/10 Good
Isabella H., Stilesville, indiana
14 Nov 2018
Great location, roomy home
The size of the home was perfect for my family of 5 & our dogs. The kids especially liked the eagle’s nest & game room.
Some updating is needed and additional items were expected from numerous prior rentals, but weren’t present. There were no beach chairs and not nearly enough towels for a house that size. Dishes were chipped, couches worn out, large stain on living room floor, cheap bedding, etc. also, the washer & dryer were not very efficient.
Isabella H.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
10 Oct 2018
Almost Home
Although, several repairs are in order, we loved the house. In the homeowner's defense, there was a hurricane the first of the month and with so many homes damaged, I felt like they haven't gotten to this one yet. Some repairs had been made, to make it DS&S, but there are several others needed. The television in the "pool room" wasn't working and had to be replaced during our stay. The catch trays on the Foo's ball table are missing. I would suggest a rug under it or replace the trays. There was garbage in the can on the balcony on the rear of the house. We were careful to take care of all of our garbage as instructed. However, we didn't touch that can as we didn't feel it was our responsibility, plus it wasn't properly bagged and was kind of gross. Now, to end on a positive note, the house was so close to the water. This made it so convenient for us. You didn't have to transport your beach gear long distances. We simply moved them a few yards away from the surf to avoid the tide getting them. Everything you needed to cook with was available. We had plenty of room for everyone in our party. The "widow's perch" was perfect for evening sunset pics and moonlight on the water pics. I could just sit on the front porch for hours. Everything we needed or have at home was there for our use. Oh, the pool on the deck was great! It was perfect for our little ones. We even got in a few times ourselves. Other than the few things I mentioned in the beginning, we loved the house and the service we received from the rental company. They were very accommodating. I would recommend this property to anyone.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
6/10 Okay
Brandy W.
23 Sept 2017
Great location. House needs some TLC.
The size of the house was perfect for our large group and being right on the beach was amazing. On the flip side, the linens in the house need updating as the towels and sheets were extremely thin. There were a couple of appliances with broken/missing parts as well. I felt it should have been better maintained for the price we paid. We enjoyed Dauphin Island and plan to return, but we will search for a different house on the beach next time.
Brandy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie S.
23 Apr 2017
Perfect!!
This was the perfect getaway for our family! The location couldn't have been better and the extras - the deck pool, rec room, and crow's nest were great touches to the already amazing house and beach we enjoyed every single day!
Stephanie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017