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Rainbow's End - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, gulf front home on Dauphin Island

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11152 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West End Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪60 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the area

Dauphin Island

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Dauphin Island Beaches and within 20 minutes of West End Beach. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a living room and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Attractions in proximity to this Dauphin Island holiday home include Fort Morgan and Fort Morgan Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West End Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of South Alabama - 53 min drive - 73.4 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 56 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Fort Morgan - 60 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant And Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬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.

Rainbow's End - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, gulf front home on Dauphin Island

Rainbows End is a 4-bedroom 2 bath, home located gulf front on Dauphin Island. The living area is open concept, with a dining area that seats 6 and additional seating at the kitchen island. This beautiful home sleeps 11 people. The 4 bedrooms consist of a King, Queen, 2 twins and the fourth bedroom has a children's bunk and duo bunk (double on the bottom and twin on top). Each bedroom has its own television. Both bathrooms have a shower / tub combination. Outside, you will find a covered and uncovered gulf front deck with lounges and seating. This unit is at the water's edge, on some days you can fish from your deck! This home has a shared walkway, grilling area, outside shower and steps. Each unit has its own charcoal grill. No need to worry about privacy, there is a privacy panel in place, between the 2 gulf front decks. This unit has 2 parking spots for 2 cars If you have a large group, renting both Beach Music and Rainbows End is a great option. Both units have the same layout and similar furnishings.

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 that the shoreline of Dauphin Island Beaches regularly shifts inward and outward. Properties at the shoreline will experience wave action. Guests will be able to hear the waves and feel the house move. This is normal and should be expected for any home on pilings.

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-dog maximum limit, $100 pet fee per dog applies.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

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
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • 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: 1,633 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals 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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Rainbows End Direct Gulf Front 4 Bedroom Steps to the Beach

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Rainbow's End - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, gulf front home on Dauphin Island?

Yep, Rainbow's End - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, gulf front home on Dauphin Island is on Dauphin Island Beaches. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and fishing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Rainbow's End - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, gulf front home on Dauphin Island have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rainbow's End - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, gulf front home on Dauphin Island?

No, Rainbow's End - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, gulf front home on Dauphin Island does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rainbow's End - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, gulf front home on Dauphin Island?

Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Rainbow's End - 4 bedroom, 2 bath, gulf front home on Dauphin Island Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very clean and beautiful couldn't have asked for a better view and loved being on the water they provided basically everything you need fishing was great to just walk out back door would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Betty W.

Liked: Cleanliness
My goal was to take my niece on a relaxing trip by the Gulf where we could just sit and relax or walk on the beach, this house helped me accomplish that mission. The unit was clean and had all the equipment needed for morning coffee and fixing meals. Sitting on the deck with the constant waves was relaxing and walking up and down the beach was wonderful with the other visitors all being very friendly and respectful.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Lisa H., Murray, KY.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay, although we did not actually stay at Rainbow's End, we were in the other unit (more on that later). The home is laid out well. I was traveling with my two adult sons and two dogs and there was plenty of space for all. We had room for privacy and room to gather. Good, sturdy deck furniture - we spent alot of time reading on the deck. One day, we saw a pod of dolphins. We never felt any sway to the building, but often could hear the waves inside. It made for good, deep sleep. The furniture and beds were all comfortable. Water was good. Water pressure and temp of showers was great.The stocking of the kitchen was a bit off - two air fryers, three coffee pots, but no muffin tins or liquid measuring cups, but all in all adequate for the week. The linens, bathrooms, kitchen were all cleaned well, but the place is due for a deep cleaning. The lamp shade by my bed had cobwebs and dust. Some fake plants were dusty.We had some customer service problems, but the property management folks tried hard to make it right. Our first night in, we had car trouble and did not arrive until 11 p.m. We entered Rainbow's End and there was a family already in there, who yelled at us and called the police. I immediately called customer service, who gave us the code to get the key to the other unit; they also called the family in Rainbow's End and the police to let them know what was going on. Otherwise, they were very responsive and helpful through our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
They responded immediately when I had a question.Text to see if everything was okay and if I needed anything. The house was amazing the best beach stay ever .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer W.

Broken back door, mouldy shower curtains, drain stoppers and bathroom closet ceiling, no batteries in remote. Broken refrigerator drawers. Couch is also broken. Trash left between houses, and grills had leftover food in them.
Grimy shower corner
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our stay, we played in the ocean, fished and took on the sites.The house was beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing! Loved the house and loved having a porch over the water. We will definitely be back and will recommend to our friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Larry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house overtop of the water was an amazing experience. We loved the sound of the waves and watching all the sea life right from the deck. We only had to walk down the steps to be right at the beach where we spent most of our days. The house was decorated very cute and had all the amenities we needed. The kitchen was very well stocked. We did have a bit of trouble with the AC not working well on one side of the house but the other was working great. The property manager was great about communicating with us on all our concerns. Do know if you stay here you are directly on the beach. You will have to carry all your belongings over the sand to the house. Also going to dinner and out for things you’ll have a lot of sandy feet. We thought it was a great experience but we did bring a lot of beach home :)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Waterfront Propert

We enjoyed our stay. Overseeing the water from the deck was amazing. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gena R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heavenly

We really loved the property and had a wonderful time. The weather on the first night was adventurous. We will definitely come back again. Very easy checkin and checkout.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Irma A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved fishing off the deck

We enjoyed our stay. We arrived about 2:45 and we were able to check in a little early. We loved the convenience of being able to fish off the deck. Everything was as described except neither of the grills worked. We had planned on grilling hamburgers. The back door handle would not release the latch plunger so we could not open the back door. This happened Easter Sunday and we were leaving Monday. We hated to call maintenance on Easter Sunday. I did let them know when we checked out. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

The property was even better than the photos!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shelby C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Perfect paradise BUT...

Dauphin Island is a perfect beach area if you want to slow down and enjoy the beach and outdoors. This super family friendly town is far from shopping and any decent restaurants.Specific to this beach rental, this is a highly unique oceanfront home to rent. Walking through the sand and sometimes the ocean tide to get to the front steps, you can feel the house sway as you lay in bed or even sit on the toilet! Property managers responded immediately to issues found with the home that were caused by storms. Response time by property managers was well over a 5 star rating! The house was filled with plenty of towels, extra bedding, and cute beach decor!The only negative I had was with housekeeping. I would only give a 3 out of 5. The pendant lights had inches of dust, the stove had pan liners that desperately need replaced. Roaches came out at night. (Maybe that is normal for this area?) What appeared to be a urine filled Gatorade bottle was found in a top bunkbed. We definitely left the house cleaner than when we arrived.Ultimately, would we recommend this property? Absolutely yes! It is a rare experience to sleep in a house literally in the ocean! We had storms upon arrival and the next day that washed up huge shells and really rocked the house! Property managers were on top of any issues and immediately responsive. The home was comfortable to spend time inside during bad weather. A huge perk was how dog friendly this rental was as well as the beach. Thank you Rainbows
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

November Beach Trip

We had an amazing time! The location was perfect as were the accommodations. I had some questions about the weather system coming in and she went above and beyond to assist me. We would rent from them again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Theresa C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

visit to Dauphin island

We loved the location and the home overall. There was deferred maintenance and needed better cleaning. Loved the property managerger
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natashia E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

We had a blast. Internet was out first 3 days but they were very helpful and got it up and running. We looked into booking this for the same dates next year and the price went up alot. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colby S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Denise S.

Family Trip June 2024

The property was as advertised, the toilet seat in one bathroom kept coming apart. The shower handle in the other bathroom was real loose. All appliances worked. Somes stains on the furniture. The refrigerator air filter needs to be changed due to the horrible fish smell..
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Favorite Getaway

This beautiful home is right over the water. I'd never been to AL and now nothing will compare to staying here. The home is clean, comfortable, and pet friendly. There were only two of us but each having our own bathrooms was nice and both bathrooms have bidets. We used to the two large bedrooms facing the ocean and loved hearing the waves all night. The beds are firm so keep that in mind if you prefer a softer sleep. The large deck is directly over the ocean. It's nice that there's a child gate between the other half of the property so that my dog could enjoy being loose with us on the deck and still be contained. There is a grill but we didn't use it. The ice maker is very small or slow so you'll want to stop and get a bag of ice. When we stayed, someone had stored fished that leaked all over the fridge and under the drawers. It was nauseating. We cleaned that as best we could, including scraping off thick goo. They did bring us some charcoal bags to help absorb the smell. Other than that, everything was great. We appreciated touches like throw blankets, chaise loungers, a couple of wine glasses available, and the hose at the top of the steps to rinse off our feet and dog paws. We loved walking the beach, watching birds and waves from the deck, enjoying beautiful sunrises and sunsets, hearing the crashing waves at night and watching for dolphins in the evenings. We felt fortunate to have found such a wonderful place that the owners are sharing. We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Ann D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great house for the family

This is the second time my family and I have stayed. House works great for multiple people. Loved hearing the waves crash under the house at night. On the surface everything looked very nice but after just a few minutes it was clear the housekeeper doesn’t take time to clean the small things. Food splatters on the cabinets, dirt around the door knobs, refrigerator smelled like rotten crawfish and still had food crumbs inside. Not what I want to see when I’m being charged hundreds and hundreds of dollars in extra fees.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ocean Time!

This vacation was unforgettable and amazing!!! You can’t get any closer to the ocean than being in it! We look forward to returning to Rainbow’s End and making more memories! Let the good times roll!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Music of the Waves

This was an incredible place to stay! Listening to the waves all night was wonderful! The house was very comfortable and well appointed. We really enjoyed exploring Dauphin Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Relaxing

Needs a deep cleaning. Has a wonderful view! Was nice to leave the door open and hear the waves!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRENDA W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay.

We loved being right on the water. The views were beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was great

So unique, we had so much fun
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

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