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Beautiful condo located by the beach w/central A/C, full kitchen, & shared pool

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Property grounds
TV, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5106 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Beautiful condo located by the beach w/central A/C, full kitchen, & shared pool

Sand Castle 2A

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Come join us for some fun in the sun on the sandy, white beaches of Dauphin Island! This quaint, three-level condo with updated flooring and newly painted interiors and that has been beautifully decorated throughout and features a full kitchen with everything you need to make meal prep a breeze. When you aren't watching a favorite show or movie on the cable TV, head to the community pool to cool off! Your private, furnished deck features comfortable seating where you can kick back, relax, and enjoy the pool views.

Sand Castle Condominiums offers access to two on-site community pools. Pack your beach gear because you are also just a short walk from beach access at the end of Forney Johnston Drive! Head over to the Audubon Bird Sanctuary, only a mile away, to see a wide variety of birds along the nature trails. And the Historical Fort Gaines, a circa-1820s fortress with a museum and tours led by costumed guides, is less than two miles east of this rental.

THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



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 manager

Vacasa of Alabama

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,136 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets

Pets not 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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

27481
Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Dauphin Island, AL

What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Fort Gaines - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skinner's Seafood - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful condo located by the beach w/central A/C, full kitchen, & shared pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beautiful condo located by the beach w/central A/C, full kitchen, & shared pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful condo located by the beach w/central A/C, full kitchen, & shared pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful condo located by the beach w/central A/C, full kitchen, & shared pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful condo located by the beach w/central A/C, full kitchen, & shared pool located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Dauphin Island Beaches and Indian Shell Mound Park. Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium and Fort Gaines are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Beautiful condo located by the beach w/central A/C, full kitchen, & shared pool Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

gapperdan1

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place, wonderful people, but you get what you pay for.
Everyone was so kind, the people around us, on the beach, and especially the grounds manager. The gated entrance made us feel extra secure. The walk to the beach is simple from anywhere on the grounds; we liked not driving to the beach. The pool, was clean and well maintained. We felt comfortable and at home. So why do I say you get what you pay for, well the place was clean and well decorated, but there are items that would’ve made the experience a bit better. The toaster didn't work, and they never brought in a new one. There was a salt and pepper shaker, but both were empty. We purchased prefilled salt and pepper shakers at the store and left them for the next guests. There were no coffee filters. We called, they explained that's something they don't provide which is fine, but it said fully equipped kitchen in the description? We assumed that included these small items. It would have been nice to have a broom and dustpan. The coffee maker was filthy, we had to clean it to use it. The living room furniture was uncomfortable, the sofa was worn out. There were damages we felt obligated to notify management about so didn't get charged for them. The wifi was bad to the point that we couldn't watch TV without constant buffering. There are a lot of stairs. If you struggle with stairs this is not for you. I know this sounds picky, but I want to offer a fully honest review. We loved our stay and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mollymisk
Really comfortable and good location. Be ready for stairs. Would recommend to families and couples.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great complex
A really nice condo overlooking the pool. The beachfront pool is closed but the second pool is open and is great. Short walk to the beach. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Condo was clean, well maintained. Dauphin Island was beautiful, not super busy, not real commercialized, great place to relax, and enjoy Island life.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lacy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Young family, recommend!
This was our first family vacation to the beach. We were apprehensive about the whole trip but we had a fantastic time! The house was clean and mostly updated. Be prepared for stairs. The BBQ grill didn’t work at all-but the kitchen was appointed well enough to do all the meal prep we needed. The complex was nice and quiet. There is definitely still some repairs in the complex from the last hurricane season but we were able to work around it easily. Would definitely visit this location again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time planning a trip for my fam.
Literally had a pool right outside our room. Everything was clean and very nice. One of the kids beds was filled with sand when we arrived so the sheets needed to be changed. Otherwise very happy and would rent again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Alexander C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Completely Inaccurate - no beach, unsafe
My family and I stayed in Sand Castle #2-A over the past weekend. There are a number of issues, including significant inaccuracies in the listing, that we only discovered upon checking in. If we had known of some of these we would not have stayed here. Some of these issues are safety hazards. I contacted a local vacasa staff the day we checked in and she offered a 2-day credit for a future stay., which doesn't make up or unsafe conditions. I followed up with management after our stay and they didn't have any further response. Here are the issues in order of most importance: The beach was under construction and unsafe. There was broken concrete and exposed steel bars all over the bulkhead, not roped off or marked. There is literally not a usable beach attached to this property. I specifically asked about beach access and condition ahead of time and was not told about the condition. The photos on the listing do not represent the beach as it exists. The pool by the beach is closed, and half full of green putrid water (and also not well closed off from a child wandering in). The photos on the listing do not represent the pool as it exists, and the description is false because there are not two pools as stated. The photos show swinging hammock chairs under the house. These do not exist, so the photos are inaccurate and do not represent the apartment. The first-floor balcony has many popped nails that could cut someone's feet; it is unsafe, especially for children. The first-floor balcony door is extremely difficult to open and close, to the point of danger of falling trying to do it. There was hair in the master bed linens, and shower.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Nice stay.... I ended up staying an extra night!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
2A Sandcasale
We had a good time, but had a tropical storm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

James J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice clean right on the beach great pools pool right by ocean
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019