1415 O'hara Lane, Dauphin Island, AL 36528 (MLS # 7637724)

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A Beach House That Feels Like a Vacation Every Day This is the kind of place where mornings start with the smell of salt in the air and end with porch lights glowing softly under a sky full of stars. A laid-back island home where flip-flops are the dress code, and the biggest decision of the day is beach, boat, or birdwatching. Tucked near the tall dunes and shaded by coastal trees, this centrally located Dauphin Island home is just a short stroll to the sugar white beaches "” no need to load the car. Grab your sandals and go. The island is known for its peaceful pace, unspoiled nature, and friendly faces. Whether you're out fishing, exploring the 164-acre bird sanctuary, or cruising to dinner in a golf cart, every day feels like a getaway. Absolutely "” let's soften that up while keeping the useful info. Here's a warmer, more inviting version of that paragraph with a smoother tone: Set above ground on island-style pilings, the home has a clean concrete drive and a shaded area underneath "” perfect for parking, stashing your gear, or even creating a breezy outdoor hangout or kitchen. After a day on the beach or out on the water, the back stairs lead you straight into a laundry/mud room, making it easy to drop the sandy towels, rinse off, and step right into comfort. Inside, the open living, dining, and kitchen area feels breezy and inviting thanks to its vaulted ceiling and natural light. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, rich brown cabinets, and a spacious countertop "” great for prepping shrimp boils, hosting family meals, or spreading out your coastal market finds. Tile flooring runs throughout the main spaces for easy cleanup, and the carpeted bedrooms offer comfort when it's time to wind down. The primary bedroom is tucked quietly at the back of the house, with a trey ceiling and crown molding adding just the right touch of style. The two guest bedrooms are at the front, with their own full bath and crown molding "” giving everyone their own sense of space and calm. And here's something rare: the home is unfurnished"” a blank canvas waiting for your vision. It's your chance to fill the space with character, color, and comfort "” to create the beach house you've always imagined. Though it's currently a single-family home, the zoning allows up to four units, and it's eligible for short-term rentals with a simple local business license. That opens the door for future possibilities, whether you want to share the island experience with guests or keep it all to yourself. Getting here is easy "” and leaving is the hard part. Mobile and two major interstates "” I-10 and I-65 "” are just 30 to 40 minutes away. From there, the road opens up: head north to Birmingham, Nashville, Louisville, Indianapolis, even Chicago. Or go west on I-10 to Biloxi, New Orleans, across Texas, all the way to California. No matter where you're coming from, Dauphin Island is an easy drive "” but it feels like a world apart. And finally, there's that moment "” when you cross the bridge to paradise. The water stretches out around you. The road rises. The island comes into view. You feel the shift. Slower days. Lighter hearts. Sand under your feet. Laughter in the air. That's the feeling this home holds onto "” and once you feel it, you'll never want to let it go. Some pictures are virtually staged. Buyer is responsible for independently verifying all information, including but not limited to square footage, lot size, room dimensions, deed restrictions, zoning, and local ordinances.

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