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Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, books, offices
On the beach
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Daphne, AL
  • Place, De-Cuba
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tolstoy Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Daphne Civic Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Daphne

When you stay at this vacation home in Daphne, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Mobile Bay and a 5-minute drive from De-Cuba. .This beach vacation home is 15.7 mi (25.2 km) from Arthur R. Outlaw Mobile Convention Center and 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from Dauphin Street.

What's nearby

  • De-Cuba - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Tolstoy Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Daphne Civic Center - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Daphne Public Library - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Rock Creek Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Champy's Famous Fried Chicken - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Seafood Distributors - ‬11 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.

Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings

"We especially enjoyed the porch and spent the majority of our time there, listening to the resident Red-Winged Blackbird and enjoying the Bayside breeze." — Taryn, May 2026

Frog Symphony is a 1,650-square-foot raised cottage on Mobile Bay, 50 steps from the beach. The home was designed by local architect Douglas Kearley as a replacement for his family's summer house — lost to Katrina. He sited it perfectly: the 12×40' screened porch captures every sunset over the water, overlooking a boat basin whose residents — frogs, turtles, and herons — are the ones who gave the property its name.

Jenn and Dave own and live three doors down. They bought this as the house they plan to retire into, sharing it until then. They know every restaurant, trail, and local gem on the Eastern Shore. When they can, they meet guests in person.

The Comforts
→ 12×40' screened porch with swing bed, dining table for 6, vintage lounge chairs, binoculars
→ Two California king bedrooms, both ensuite
→ Loft with 2 twin XL beds and a bay-view window seat
→ Bay-view office nook — quiet enough for real work
→ Gas stove, full kitchen, well-stocked
→ 24A EV charger (J1772)
→ 598 Mbps WiFi
→ Washer/dryer, Red Land Cotton sheets, Onsen towels

Getting There
→ 4 miles to Downtown Fairhope
→ 20 minutes to Downtown Mobile
→ 40 minutes to The Hangout in Gulf Shores
→ 45 minutes to Orange Beach

We're just down the street — reach out anytime.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 17 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Some LED lighting used

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Please leave out the towels and dishes you’ve used and we’ll take it from there.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Remember that you're staying in our home, not a hotel. Please treat the space with respect.
Keep a close eye on little ones. The open construction of the stairs and proximity of the boat basin and it's creatures can be hazardous at any age.
If you need anything, plase reach out -we’re just down the street.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everthing about the house is great. From location to cleanliness to communication with the owner. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tessa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dave was a wonderful host and we had a great time. The property is just as described, lovely and clean. We hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Daphne. The house is charming, was very clean, and is in a great location on Mobile Bay with easy access to Fairhope and Mobile. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, property, and hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the entire time we were there! No complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in an adorable bay front home. The place was immaculate and the decor was very unique and inviting. Host was welcoming and informative. The walk to the beach was super close and felt very private. Sunsets were absolutely incredible. We would love to stay here again and tell our friends about it. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay. Comfortable home with a beautiful bay view. Dave was very friendly and informative of things to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, clean and comfortable. Check in was a breeze, our host communicated with us extremely well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katrina b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful and peaceful stay! Sunsets amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachele W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a really great place to stay! The location was great, the place was wonderful and had everything we needed. The host was very easy to work with and was very helpful and kind. Thanks Dave!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host did a great job having all of the essentials ready like coffee and even came over to show the quirks and features of the lighting systems and locks from the smart home. Great bay walking experience turning left from the public beach associated with the neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TONYA D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable home with everything you need. Clean, great location and decorated very well. The host was great. We will definitely check availability when planning our next trip to Daphne.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, nicely equipped, and in a quiet neighborhood. Mr. Dave was a great host! The proximity to nice activities and restaurants was great. We enjoyed our stay very much! Ron S
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great hideaway. Spent a marvelous weekend there in January, but the cold weather did not keep us from enjoying the marvelous view. Fabulous location! Secluded enough to close to shopping and restaurants.The house was immaculate and every details was attended to. Definitely a five-star rental.Hoping to be able to return soon. The owners were fabulous and had thought of everything!! Nothing but praise here and I can be picky!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, simple, and exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

House is very well done! Loved the clean design and nicer touches with linens and lighting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place in Great Location

Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay!! The house was very clean and I can’t say enough about that screened-in porch!!! It was the best!! The neighborhood is so peaceful! Dave was so kind and checked in to make sure we didn’t need a thing the whole time! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property! Porch was amazing with a frog symphony!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Far exceeded expectations

Wonderful property in a beautiful location. Hosts were incredibly attentive and friendly making sure that everything was meeting our needs. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The first time we have ever met our host(s)! This wonderful home was just what we needed to take a family weekend away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy the water, nearby Christmas scenes, and local cuisine. We met the host on night one, who cordially showed us the home and was kind to ask if we ever needed anything, not to be hesitant to reach out. That small gesture goes a long way - just like the small town, family friendly atmospheres of Daphne and Fairhope exceeded our expectations. This was just the experience we didn’t know we needed. Highly recommend you come stay and enjoy this little home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lori m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

Quiet, clean and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little cabin tucked into the trees overlooking a tiny pond and the bay - just perfect for 'porchin'. The hosts have thoughtfully and meticulously curated a hip and stylish experience that is bursting with character and attention to detail. The interior design is spectacular. We were mostly in and out of Fairhope for late-week event and really didn't even scratch the surface of what the property has to offer. Nonetheless, we were thrilled with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Great place with a nice view. Very accommodating hosts. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gotcocoa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Daphne on the Bay

We had a wonderful, relaxing stay. We walked the bay beach and listened to frogs on the beautiful porch. I could have stayed forever. The owners were very attentive and accommodating. I would highly recommend and hope to get back one day!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025