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Purple Parrot - 3 Levels of Fun! Large Beachhouse with Game Room, Pool Access

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Interior
Sports court
Exterior
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Dauphin Island, AL
  • Indian Shell Mound Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Isle Dauphine Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Dauphin Island Beaches
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Purple Parrot - 3 Levels of Fun! Large Beachhouse with Game Room, Pool Access

The Purple Parrot has 3 levels of fun, including a 3rd story game room, called the "Crow's Nest". Conveniently located in a small, private beach-side community of DeSoto Landings, it features Gulf views from the second floor, and a panoramic view from the third floor- all the way to the Sand Island lighthouse.

While not located directly on the beach, the Purple Parrot is just a few hundred yards from the boardwalk to the neighborhood's private Gulf of Mexico beach, Pool, Tennis Courts, or boardwalk to the neighborhoods' Gulf Beach. This small, private, gated community shares a pool, cabana, tennis court and Gulf of Mexico beach.

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 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-Pet Maximum Limit - $100 pet fee per dog applies.
10. Cargo lifts are not available to guests and can not be used. They are not permitted by Home Owner Insurance Policies.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Indian Shell Mound Park. Enjoy features like an arcade/game room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 3.5 bathrooms in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Indian Shell Mound Park and 5 minutes from Dauphin Island Beaches
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills and an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Dauphin Island Beach Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Birdwatching 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

  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 3200 sq ft (297 sq m)

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Purple Parrot - 3 Levels of Fun! Large Beachhouse with Game Room, Pool Access Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second time at the Purple Parrot
We stayed here two years ago and loved it, so we came back this year. For the most part we had a great week. The neighborhood is great and the private beach is close to the house and wonderful. We did have some issues with the house this time though. The front door wouldn't latch and there was a clogged sink, but both were fixed quickly. However we then had ants in a cabinet that ruined some of our food and were told they would spray after we checked out (this was Tuesday, so we bought our own spray). Then on Thursday the upstairs shower leaked through the ceiling to the bedroom below and maintenence refused to come out until we checked out. It was not ideal to be unable to use a shower for the last couple of days with 11 people in the house. I don't blame the owners--it seemed like the management company just didn't want to handle some of the issues and their communication worsened as the week progressed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Winky F.

DI 2023
AC was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Stacey B.

Pics online are obviously old
Has not been updated in many years. Hole in deck patched with thin board-safety hazard. Nail heads sticking up. Master bed is sunk in, front door won't open all the way due to floor uneven. Nasty bathtub, freezer, & ceiling fans. Kitchen sink backs up running dishwasher or garbage disposal. Must run bathroom sink hot water in order to take shower. To much to list other stuff.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Steve I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time with family
Other than some minor items our time on Dauphin Island was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Winky F.

2022
AC great, location great. kitchen stuff okay, cleanliness - you need to get someone else to clean this house. Obviously they never mover the furniture to clean under. Same as last year. Lots of smokers and vapors at the pool every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ryan S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location, Plenty of Room, Needs Updates
Our stay was great for the week, we had 4 adults and 6 children 7 and under. The house had plenty of room for everyone, all the rooms were spacious and the bathrooms were huge. Kitchen had plenty of room for cooking as well. Only down side was the house was not very clean and you could see a lot of wear & tear, with some updates it would be awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Graham W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not as advertised
This property is like a Picasso. It looks amazing in pictures and when you turn down the street to see it for the first time. Then you get closer, walk in the door, and everything goes downhill from there. Where to begin. Let me start with the main front door entrance. Number one, it did not securely lock. It could simply be pushed open and the wind did push it open during a pop up thunderstorm. We had to move a loveseat in front of the door to keep it closed for the rest of the storm and overnight until maintenance came to hammer the rusted open bolts into locking position. Not a safe start as I had my parents and children with me. The door also leaked in multiple summers storms. Along with the upper French doors and the third floor windows. We spent quite a bit of time keeping water off the floors in front of all three while we were there. Not all outlets functioned in the kitchen. The refrigerator is falling apart and unable to be completely cleaned due to rust and other issues. Upon arrival the second floor master bathroom shower was not functional. The jack and jill bathroom on the second floor didn't even have a curtain liner that was long enough to keep the water in the shower, so more time spent cleaning up water out of the floor. The front porch and the back deck look like they need to be torn off the house and rebuilt, which is really sad. The second floor porch should be the star of the show at sunset, but it holds water, looks unsafe, and does not even have any outdoor seating up there. The second floor deck is locked off and can't even be accessed due to it appearing to be even more unsafe than the front porch. The screened in porch is virtually useless due to the doors not being plumb, therefore large gaps are always present for bugs to fly in. Overall, the house is large and more than capable of hosting a large family. However, the upkeep and cleanliness of this property left everything to be desired. Would not recommend and will not be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break 2022
We enjoyed this property. It had everything we needed in a quiet neighborhood with great beach access. The teens loved the game room. The house does need some minor fix up and may be some updates on mattresses but I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

4/10 Poor

Dawn H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Family Thanksgiving vacation
We had a great stay even though the house had many issues. Upon arrival the house was not clean and had to call to have someone cone clean it which they sent someone immediately. The refrigerator needs to be replaced, the door shelves were broken and the refrigerator was small, the ice maker was broken. Every ceiling in the house had water damage, when a repair was attempted it was a very poor job and already needing to be repaired again. The outside decking is in need of repair and lights on the front stairs is recommended. With a lot of repair this house would be an awesome place to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keith T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Value,
Greatly enjoyed this property for a multi-family vacation on Dauphin Island. The location was a short walk to the beach. We felt very safe in the gated community and the neighborhood was very friendly. The kids enjoyed the upstairs gameroom in the evenings. The kitchen is very spacious with lots of room to store groceries away in the cupboards. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betty A., College Station, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice big house
This house was a large house that met our families needs well. It is a little aged, but still very nice. Loved the third floor game room. Great entertainment for the teenagers.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Winky F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Our trip
house was great. a/c was cold, location is great, house is all as advertised. Your cleaning service is not earning their money!!! Bathrooms were not cleaned, underneath the sofas was filthy, plastic bottle underneath cabinet in master bath, some of the plumbing accessories were broken, handles on some of the furniture were not present.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Sherri B.

Nice home
House was good fit for our family of 10 close pool and beach. We enjoyed fishing and pool a lot. We had problem with washer leaking but staff got someone out to our rental within the day and a part ordered.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the house and the Island was beautiful. Can't wait to go back.
The house and neighborhood was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jolynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
The house was perfect for our family - plenty of room for the grandkids to stretch out. The 3rd floor game room was a hit and the tables looked relatively new. Very happy with this rental. Loved the quiet neighborhood and short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and quiet neighborhood
This is a nice, big property in a really great location. It’s only a short walk to the beach and pool. We’ve stayed in this neighborhood before and this house had far less amenities than other properties (very little in cabinets, etc). There was a small bag of sand toys, 2 kids bikes and a few outdoor games. While spacious, this house has definitely seen some parties. Lots of knicks, chipped paint, a few holes in walls, rip in upstairs couch. The bunkbeds are very creaky. None of these things ruined our stay but they could definitely use some attention.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

4/10 Poor

Rebecca P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
While the property was well-located and the house spacious, the interior was not acceptable.
The house location and spaciousness were much appreciated but the interior and patio furniture looked as though this was a place used by spring-breakers. Patio furniture was in disrepair, the screens in the screen doors were hanging by a thread, the kitchen ceiling had layers of dust, the kitchen island surface was covered in dried food, the dining room table glass top revealed dirt and crumbs underneath and there was a layer of dust on all surfaces. In the master bath on the first floor, the bathtub had one handle for hot/cold water and to adjust between tub and hand-held shower. The washing machine only had a hot water cycle, and the second floor carpets were badly stained. I have photographs of all this. Again the hose was spacious and well-located, but based on what I have listed, but certainly not worth the weekly rental fee charged. What a disappointment- not sure we can trust VRBO to provide accurate information about the properties it features. We respectfully request a 25% refund of our weekly rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keith A., Gracemont, Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation 2020
It was supposed to be both of our girls meeting us there, but with Covid happening our daughter and her husband from Virginia didn’t make it. This was our second trip to the island, our favorite place to vacation. We love this neighborhood! We’ll be back next year! The house was great, close to the beach, and porches and game room a plus! The only bad thing is the mattress on the first floor needs replaced.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Becky A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Covid getaway
Really nice property everything was as described. Lots of rooms big for gathering of people. Really enjoyed the screen in porch. Would stay again. Beds comfy. Quite area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

6/10 Okay

Amanda B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Real Nice Location, Great Community..
The Stay was Good The A/C in the house was Awesome Worked Like None other. Our Stay was the 1st week of the Covid19 Opening back Up and we were Assured by the Rental Company the House would have a Very Deep Cleaning for the Safety Of Everyone.. We Spent the Better Part of 3 hours Cleaning the House when we arrived Bacon Grease was left all over the stove and counters, bread crumbs from toast on counters, bathrooms were Yucky, floors were dirty, hair still in Lower Shower. After we Got the House Cleaned Up the stay was Great, The house needs Lots of Maintenance done to it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Jamie P., Overland Park, Kansas

Excellent Location! Perfect size for our family!
This property is perfectly located! Beach access is easy, lots of parking available, easy walking to all amenities and close access to the entire island. The house has more than enough square footage. It is in need of some upkeep. We spent some time hammering nails in the porches and stairs (little feet and nails hurt!), the railing isnt reliable (don't lean on it). Lots of peeling paint. Missing pool ball (8 ball) with the pool table. Furniture is in okay shape. The bunk beds need tightened, and mattresses are just okay. Bring some extra blankets with you, there aren't any and you may need them. Bring trash bags, baggies, etc, those are not provided. Be bought some cleaners and liquid hand soap, there was none. But, for a big family you won't have to worry much about a pristine house. It's lived in, and you can relax a little more knowing that. The beaches are not busy, the neighborhood is quiet. I wouldn't hesitate to rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Week
Short walk to the beach. The game-room entertained the kid during bad weather. The neighborhood was quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Michael P., Owensoboro, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice neighborhood and quiet beach
House is in a nice gated community that isn't a terrible walk to the beach but it is a walk. The boardwalk went really close to the beach so pulling our wagon wasn't a problem. The beach was great! Not crowded at all. The house itself had plenty of room but maintenance to the house was just OK. The worst part was all the outside decking was rough. Had lots of nails that needed to be hammered back in. Would not walk out there barefooted. Game room was nice to keep the kids busy.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the neighborhood and the private beach. Great vacation spit
Easy to rent loved the private gated community area and house! Game room was a big hit with the kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heather S., Olive Branch, MS

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Getaway
My family had a great time at the Purple Parrot. Dauphin Island is the perfect beach getaway. The pool was only a short walk away and well taken care of. The beach is a short walk as well. We loved how big the kitchen is and there was plenty of seating for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

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