Our stay in Dauphin Island was fantastic! It definitely has a more laidback feel than any other beach we’ve gone to. If you’re looking for a place to go to just disconnect and relax then this is your spot. The condo couldn’t have been any better. Great location, high ceilings with 8ft sliding doors in the main room and main bedroom providing fantastic views of the ocean. It was well appointed, clean, has a great location, and very convenient to have a washer/dryer. If you’re a coffee drinker bring your favorite coffee. There’s a 12 cup coffee pot that takes flat filters, and not really a consistently open coffee shop/bakery to pick up a morning cup of Joe. The restaurants have a relaxed vibe and some great food. We’d definitely recommend Dockside seafood, Miguel’s, Pirates Bar and Grill, and the Lighthouse Bakery. It’s true there’s not a grocery on the island, or even a stop light, but you can get to a grocery in about 10-15 minutes, and it’s one you’ll pass on the way into the island. If you’re looking for a unique handmade souvenir checkout the Dauphin Island Heritage and Art Center. Like most things in the island the hours are a little hit and miss, but that’s what the beach is for, and you can’t beat the views from the balcony of the condo, beautiful sunsets, some big shells to find, and if you’re lucky an amazing nighttime lightning storm over the ocean to watch from the balcony. We loved our stay here, and are definitely looking forward to going back!