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Pet Friendly Tranquil Cottage with Fire-Pit & Hot-Tub MINUTES from beaches.

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A cozy patio area with wicker furniture, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.
A hot tub area with a television, seating, and a fan.
A two-story house with a front porch, surrounded by trees.
A beach with a calm sea and a cloudy sky.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Place, Indian Shell Mound Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dauphin Island

With a stay at this vacation home in Dauphin Island, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Mobile Bay and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council. .This family-friendly vacation home is 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Fort Morgan Beach and 7.9 mi (12.6 km) from Fort Morgan.
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What's nearby

  • Indian Shell Mound Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Islanders Restaurant And Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chevron - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Island Rainbow - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pirate's Bar & Grill - ‬4 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.

Pet Friendly Tranquil Cottage with Fire-Pit & Hot-Tub MINUTES from beaches.

Charming beach cottage located in the heart of Dauphin Island. Look no further if you're searching for a place to go off the grid while experiencing small town community vibes. This location is a short bike ride or walk to see one-of-a-kind views in the sunset capital of Alabama. The spacious driveway welcomes multiple vehicles and boats less than three miles from boat ramp. Unwind and relax in this quaint community with gorgeous white sandy beaches and fresh Gulf seafood.

The Agape Cottage is located at the end of a quiet, family-friendly street and only one mile from closest beach. It is a two story open concept home with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The spacious master suite upstairs covers the entire second story! Fully stocked kitchen and a gas grill located on screened in back porch. Enjoy the large front and back porches that provide outdoor living space to experience the island's unique sounds and beautiful views. Indulge in the relaxing hot- tub that is available year round for guests.

There are sofa beds located in the family room and master suite. A queen air mattress is also included.

Three adult cruisers are at your disposal, but additional bicycle rentals are less than a mile away. Basketball goal, games, puzzles, books, chalk, and toys are included for family fun! Enjoy the cozy fire-pit for cool fall/winter evenings. Relax on front or back porch, or get adventurous and check out what the island has to offer: beaches, the Alabama Aquarium, Mobile Bay ferry, bird sanctuaries, shops, historic Fort Gaines, restaurants, bike paths, art galleries, public library or public park with a playground and skate park.

Pets (dogs and cats only) are considered with a $150 one time fee. There is a maximum of two pets, no larger than 75 pounds each. Guests must clean up after their pets and keep them on a leash when outdoors. There is a small enclosed back yard for pets without a leash. If pets are left inside of house without owner, they must be placed in a crate. If bringing pets, please contact for details about pet policy and confirmation. Guests that bring pets without notification will result in a $300 fee.

Message host for special pricing for extended stays.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a safe and a microwave.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Bicycles

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

  • Bicycles

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

Pet Friendly Tranquil Cottage with Fire-Pit & Hot-Tub MINUTES from beaches. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place to stay! The host is very easy to work with and the island is not overcrowded like so many gulf shore destinations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in an excellent location on a very nice and quiet street, perfect for small kids and bike riding.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place if traveling with pets..
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Agape Cottage and its wonderful owner, Jessica, were absolutely delightful in every way! The home was immaculate and lovely, and my family and I enjoyed our stay immensely!! I was shocked by how many things were available to use at the home (from beach supplies to bikes and beyond!) and will better know next time what I do not have to bring from home!! :) Truly this was the nicest vacation home in which I've ever had the pleasure of staying, and I will definitely be booking again in the near future, Lord willing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host. Clean had everything we needed. Cute and great space
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Jessica’s cottage! She provided everything you could want or need on the island. The location was serene and beautiful. We especially enjoyed the screened in porch ! Jessica was very helpful and responsive
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family & I absolutely loved staying at The Agape Cottage! The cottage was beautiful & very well equipped with activities for the whole family! The host, Jessica, was very helpful & friendly from the time that I booked it to the very end of our departure! We would most definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Quiet neighborhood, nice woodsy feel to the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and relaxing. Home very nice and clean. Well stocked. Jessica is a wonderful hostess.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the quiet neighborhood. House was very clean and comfortable. Host communicated well and often. We loved our first visit to Dauphin Island! Loved the Audubon Bird Sanctuary.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving trip 2023

We had a wonderful stay. Very homey and comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home, Great host

Enjoyed every bit of our stay. Jessica is wonderful and communicated with us throughout. Will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend deep sea fishing trip

Very pretty home. The property is very clean and the beds are super comfy. Owner is super nice and responsive
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation with pet

Our family enjoyed our stay! Quiet neighborhood and close to everything. Clean and beautiful cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was exactly what our family was looking for. Its central location made getting to all beaches, restaurants and activities a breeze! Jessica was so accommodating and quick to respond to questions and concerns. We are looking forward to visiting again next summer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

Nice layout with cozy atmosphere. Great back porch. Property manager was great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Getaway

Nice quiet weeknd with plenty to do and a few cool restaurants. Very clean and comfortable. The property manager/owner was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice, cute property.

This is a very nice beachy cottage. It’s nicely decorated, has lots of room and is clean and well appointed. Dauphin Island is awesome. I recommend a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house

We loved the accommodations and all the amenities. Beds were comfortable and the kids loved the 3story bunk bed. This was our first visit to Dauphin Island will definitely go again and would absolutely rent the agape cottage again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage Stay

We had a very nice week. Walking, riding bikes, reading, and enjoying this sleepy little island. House had everything we needed, quite comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation

Our family of 10, 4 generations stayed in this wonderful home and there was plenty of room to be together and have some space. The property is located in the middle of Dauphin Island and accessible to everything. The area felt safe and was very quiet. Jessica was an awesome host, concerned with making sure everything was just right. She communicated effectively and responded quickly when we had a question. Definitely a great place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birding trip

It was great! Door locks could use a little attention. The site was very quite. Hope to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet Family Spot

Everything went swimmingly! Good communication, easy access, clean house. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, secluded cottage for a perfect getaway

We just returned from our stay at the Agape Cottage and absolutely loved our stay. The cottage is very cozy, well-appointed and has a wonderful screened-in back porch. The location is quiet and secluded, which is perfect for us. Jessica is an awesome hostess responding to any questions/concerns very quickly, as well as providing great recommendations for places to eat and things to do. So happy we booked the cottage and we will definitely stay here again! We highly recommend this lovely house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025