Marks the Spot — the perfect waterfront getaway

Dauphin Island, Alabama
$418 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

This comfortable waterfront home sits on Quivera Bay, offering stunning views of the Mississippi Sound and the Gulf of Mexico, just two short blocks from the Gulf. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets from the covered porch during the summer and easy access to the water with a private pier for fishing and docking your boat. This is the perfect vacation spot — you get the rare benefit of your own personal dock, and the beach is only a 4–5 minute walk from the house, making it easy to enjoy both the bay and the Gulf.

Sleeping Arrangements:
• Master Bedroom – King-size bed
• Guest Bedroom 1 – Queen-size bed
• Guest Bedroom 2 – Queen-size bed
• The main living area includes a sleeper sofa, best suited for small children (not recommended for adults). Guests may bring an air mattress if preferred, but the owner does not provide one.

Kitchen & Dining:
The kitchen is fully equipped with all the essentials, including a Keurig Duo, blender, toaster, and two crockpots. The dining table comfortably seats six guests.

Amenities:
• Wi-Fi
• Four TVs with YouTube TV
• Grill with propane provided
• Boat dock (boat lift not available for guest use)
• Various kitchen supplies

Starter Supplies:
The owner provides a starter supply of:
• Toilet paper (one roll per bathroom)
• Paper towels (one roll in the kitchen)
• Laundry detergent
• Dishwasher detergent

Guests should bring enough additional toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo, soap, laundry detergent, dishwasher detergent, food, beverages, seasonings and any other items needed for their stay. Please send us a message if you are curious if anything not listed here is provided or not, and we would be happy to look into it.

Additional Notes:
The boat lift and cargo lift are not available for guest use. Guest are not allowed to smoke inside the house. All smoking must be done outside. All tobacco products must be thrown away in the outdoor trashcan. Cigarette butts may not be thrown on the ground. There is some construction across the canal from the home. Those home under construction are in their final phases of completion. Unfortunately, we do not allow guests to bring pets.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1236 Sq Ft (115 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Dock Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Bay
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • paul C.

    Submitted Jan 8, 2026

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    To say the kitchen was fully equipped would be under selling it. Anything wwe need or may have need was right there.

  • Larry J.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    We have stayed here, several times and it is the highlight of our year. We look forward to next year's vacation. It suits us to a T. We can't thank our hosts enough for the wonderful memories we have made there.

  • Joe P F.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    Location is the best, right on the canal and 4 minute walk to the beach. The kitchen has EVERYTHING. We cooked big meals with ease. The entire property not just the rooms were very clean. There is also a nice dock to fish and crab from. Mr Marks allows the use of the crab traps. Communication was very prompt when I informed Mr Marks we arrived but with great instructions on how everything works none was required during our stay. The interior is extremely cozy and comfortable all around. In other words we felt at ease and at home. The view of Mobile Bay from the back porch, well, no words to explain the beauty. We will be spending all our vacation time at Marks the Spot. Thank you so much Mark & Mellisa Marks.

  • Andrew W.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    Highly Recommend!!!

  • Andrew W.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    We had an amazing stay! Beutisliel and clean home with easy beach access and

  • Tamme J.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    We loved this house. It’s in a perfect location on the bay and a straight walk to the beach. The house is equipped with all the things you need for a week of living at the beach. You will need to bring your own beach essentials (chairs/umbrella/ toys) which is what we did. The guys loved fishing off the deck and using the crab traps to catch crabs. The owners are easy to contact if you have any issues or questions.

  • Riley W.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 1, 2025

    Very clean awesome people do deal with had a wonderful time

  • Ginger L.

    Submitted May 15, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    This home was just as described. It was a great place to rest, relax and rejuvenate. Loved being able to fish on the back dock. I would absolutely stay here again !!

  • Stacey J.

    Submitted May 6, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    Overall, our stay was wonderful. It was very relaxing, and cozy. The breeze that come off the bay is perfect for an afternoon nap in the hammock. The house had everything we needed and more. Our hostswere very sweet and even checked in on us to make sure we had all we needed.

  • Stacy S.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    We loved staying at this house. House has everything you need. The owner is great at communicating. This was the most relaxing spring break we have ever had.

  • Kit E.

    Submitted Apr 11, 2025

    Stayed Apr 5, 2025

    Beautiful property!! Really enjoyed our stay!

  • Melton E.

    Submitted Apr 4, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    Very good location, well kept, quite. The perfect place with excellent host.

  • Kelley S.

    Submitted Mar 19, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    This property was very nice. Lots of patio/deck space. Right on the water/cove for the fishermen in our group. Very responsive owners. Everything was clean and comfortable.

  • Darcy&Doug A.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2025

    Stayed Feb 22, 2025

    We stayed at this house for nearly a week. Our review of this property is mixed:*Some of the photos on this listing need to be updated: there were photos depicting the view of the bay which showed a green space across from the house, however, this green space no longer exists as there are now 2 large, 2-story houses there. May want to ask for updated pics before renting this house if the view is of importance.*The 2 houses across the bay and another 2 doors down (all in very close proximity) were under construction during our stay. The owners did not notify us about the construcrtion until the day of our arrival. Next door neighbors advised us construction started a year ago.*Noise from the construction resulted in us often not being able to enjoy the outdoor space. A couple days it was so loud, we left the house. Recommend inquiring as to the current state of construction before renting.*We were advised on the day of arrival that a starter supply of paper towels/TP was provided & that we would need to buy more; a little more advance notice would have been appreciated. We don't mind bringing our own supplies, but by the time we were notified, we had left home and were on the road*Many of the windows could not be opened or had screens full of large holes*House was very clean upon our arrival*Kitchen was well stocked; huge supply of plates, glasses, coffee mugs, utensils, etc.

  • Caroline P.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2025

    Stayed Mar 8, 2025

    Our family of 5 with 3 kids ages ranging 9-15 had a great time! We brought crab cages and caught crabs which we cooked up. We caught countless Krokers, but no luck with the sheepsheads other fishermen caught just a couple houses down in the same bay. The beach is just down the street, the beach can be seen from the kitchen window.

  • Carrie W.

    Submitted Mar 14, 2025

    Stayed Mar 1, 2025

    We can’t say enough good things about this home! The hosts were very friendly and communication was quick and easy. We had no problems during our stay. We enjoyed the beautiful decorations perfectly placed throughout the home! Short walk to the Gulf and lovely views off the back deck. Thank you Mark and Melissa for sharing your slice of island paradise!

  • Kevin C.

    Submitted Dec 19, 2024

    Stayed Dec 13, 2024

    Everything was outstanding! Property was perfect! Caught redfish, specs, and finally a sheepshead! I’ve stayed at 5 different places on the Island in the past 3+ years and this is at the top! Thanks to the Marks!

  • Christine S.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2024

    Stayed Nov 23, 2024

    This property was very clean, all amenities throughout, beautiful views & stunning sunsets, convenient parking, & comfortable furnishings! Communication with hosts, Kevin & Melissa, was excellent!

  • Larry J.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    We have made a tradition, staying here. The high point of the year.

  • Hearl S.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    We loved the house and the location. It was extremely clean and had everything we needed. Host/Owner communicated every detail accurately! We felt at home and will definitely aim to rent this one again next year!!

  • Angie P.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    We loved everything about this property. The house is beautiful. It was stocked well and very clean. Outdoor space is nice and has a gas grill. You couldn’t ask for a better location. The bay in the backyard and ocean view from the front. Just book it. You want regret it!

  • Chad T.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2024

    Stayed Jun 2, 2024

    House was clean, roomy, layed out and stocked well. We loved fishing from the dock on the canal at night and the short walk to the beach access during the day.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$418+
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