You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Old Dauphin Way Historic Home - Unit 5
Summary: This charming historical home is part of a 6plex located in fantastic Midtown Mobile on Old Shell Rd. At this beautifully restored 1906 home, you’re right in the middle of the action. Mobile Infirmary is right across the street making this a popular spot with traveling nurses and families. Downtown Mobile is 10 mins away with all of the great history of this shipping city. We're 40 minutes away from the white sandy beaches of both Gulf Shores and Dauphin Island.
We hope you enjoy your stay!
The Space: This is the biggest unit in the house. You will enter through the side where the key pad is but you also have access to the front door and to the main front porch. There is a fenced in back patio that is on a concrete slab with a grill and picnic table. The yard is not completely fenced but you are welcome to walk your dogs out there or let kids play.
The Neighborhood: This house is located in a highly sought after historic district two miles from downtown Mobile known as “Old DauphinWay”. You will see neighbors walking their dogs and riding their bikes. String lights adorn the neighborhood at night! You can walk to a few restaurants and shops!
Getting Around: This is a great neighborhood for walking and bike riding if you bring your own bikes. Uber and Lyft are available and scooters are available to rent all over the place downtown, which is just two miles away!
Other Things to Note: Pets: No cats allowed! Dogs are allowed with a $75 fee per dog. There is a maximum of two dogs no larger than 75 pounds each. Dogs who are categorized as "dangerous" or "aggressive" according the ASPCA are not allowed. Please let us know if you're bringing your furry friend so we can add the appropriate pet fee, as the Airbnb website does not have a spot for us to add the fee. The fee will be added to the cost of your nightly charge. Guests must keep dogs on a leash when outdoors, and clean up after their pets. Guests who bring a dog without notification could face penalty.
Interaction with Guests: Our team is available to answer and help with any questions or concerns during your stay! Just reach out to us through the booking message thread.
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Dauphin Street. Features include laundry facilities. The apartment includes amenities such as a kitchen and a balcony.
Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine, and balcony
Amenities include laundry facilities
5 minutes by car from Mobile Bay and 6 minutes from Mobile Cruise Terminal
As a guest of this apartment, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Mobile apartment is smoke free.
Property manager
Karin
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Shower
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 800 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Note from host: Charge may apply
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Property is also known as
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Old Dauphin Way Historic Home - Unit 5 Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 26 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 26 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews
2 - Terrible
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Pauline G.
28 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Updated and Modern historic home
The unit was super cute, very modernized and came stocked with anything we could've needed and then some. On our first night we had some drainage issues with the shower and our hosts were very prompt in sending a plumber out less than 12hrs later. Property was clean - the outside could use some updating but perfect for our needs. I still rated this a 5 star because the only complaint I have is the noise level - which is of no fault of the property manager. The floors and walls are paper thin and this being an old house, well you could hear just about everything your neighbors said and did.... I'm only mentioning it because it did detract from our enjoyment (though wouldn't prevent us from renting again).
Pauline G.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Keith P.
3 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Good Time In Mobile
Overall, the place was solid for the price point.Its a solid place to stay for the price and the location. 2 min from downtown -- 20 min straight shot to South Alabama campus.It could use a little TLC - especially in the shower area.My other feedback would be to upgrade the couches to something more comfortable to sit on -- was just not great - the cushions slide off and sit low to the floor.Some noise from upstairs but it is an older home so not much can be done there.I would stay again for the same price for what i needed and what I got !
Keith P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
jennifer m.
9 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay for South Game
We came down for Thanksgiving weekend to watch our daughter in the JMB at the South game. The property was a short dive from Hancock Whitney Stadium. Property was in excellent condition, clean and neighborhood was great. Will definitely stay here again.
jennifer m.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
2/10 Terrible
Kourtni F.
18 Nov 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Horrible
the worst experience very dirty very nasty do not book
Kourtni F.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather V.
15 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip to Mobile.
Lovely house. Very beautiful neighborhood. Lots to do in the area.
Heather V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eduardo M.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mobile
Great place
Very comfortable and centrally located
Loved the place
Would stay here again
Highly recommended
Eduardo M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebekah B.
16 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
house was perfect for what we needed for a girls weekend!
Rebekah B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Denise O.
2 Jul 2024
Mobile
Overall the unit was acceptable. All units had the numbers except the one I rented so that made it a little confusing but I was finally able to locate it after walking around the building and finally emailing the rental company. The ice maker in the refrigerator did not work. I would recommend darker drapes on the master bedroom windows, it is very bright and the outside spot light (which could not be controlled from the unit) shines in making the room very bright at night. I would also recommend hand soap in the bathroom so you don’t have to go to the kitchen to was with dish soap. The host was very accommodating when I requested my pet refund back since I decided not to bring my dog.
With the minor changes mentioned I would rent again.
Denise O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Heather R.
24 Jun 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty, and had to be cleaned again. Didn’t get check in info.
We couldn’t get in because we never got our check in instructions. Had to contact the manager about that. The people next to us got there and it was the same thing. The house was filthy, smelled like dope, full of black flies everywhere. Q-tips on the floor, chip in the bed, dirt and hair everywhere, wood chips on the couches, and a ROACH in the master bedroom. The comforter was still wet like they didn’t let it dry long enough. The bedroom with the bunk beds was HOT! We had to set a fan up in the living room to blow cold air in it the whole time. There was a big knife in the grass right by the entrance that anyone could have stepped on. Went to make coffee and the coffee pot still had coffee in it, it was never cleaned, and the coffee grinds were still in it, growing Mold!! I had to sanitize it before we could use it. The whole thing was a mess. I have never been so disappointed in a rental. I usually can let small things go but this was a disaster.
Also, the walls are thin so sleep sucked because the people above us were running around like crazy so it sounded like a zoo so if you are wanting a quiet and peaceful place, this may not be it if you are a light sleeper.
I was so disappointed because the place looked so cute in the pictures.
Heather R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Douglas C.
21 Jun 2024
Vacationing in Mobile
The house was located in Old Mobile. The neighborhood and house were beautiful. The old homes and moss and fern-covered live oaks line the street, with branches arching over the road. There was some late night noisy traffic outside, maybe due to it being the weekend. The floors and light fixtures were very nice.
The shower could have been cleaned better.
Douglas C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Jason J.
4 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mobile House
Overall the house was very nice. We enjoyed our stay very much. Only thing was at night when trying to sleep the outside lights were very bright coming through the windows shades.
Jason J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa L., Birmingham
3 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay.
The location is very conveniently located to downtown. We enjoyed great restaurants and walking around these beautiful historical neighborhoods. The unit was very spacious and had everything one would need. So so much better than staying in a hotel room. Will most likely stay here again.
Lisa L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colleen N.
15 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mobile
We really enjoyed staying in this property and would stay again. It was clean and had everything we needed!
Colleen N.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Susan H.
2 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location and nice place
This had everything we needed was walkable to several locations, owner was responsive to us and enjoyed the stay.
It did smell a little musty but is an old home and the ice maker didn’t work. We liked it a lot
Susan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
marlou m.
7 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to USA CW
There on business and very quiet neighborhood. So close to hospitals
marlou m.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
1 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in Mobile AL.
Beautiful historic home with all the Southern charm. Clean, comfy, and all the amenities. Good communication with host. Short drive to downtown. Would stay again. We had a great time.
Michael G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
4/10 Poor
Leslie S.
2 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Interior
I enjoyed my stay. It is a very beautifully renovated house, but it smells like mold or rotten wood inside the house.
Leslie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Martin R., Scottsboro, AL USA
2 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Short 2 night Stay
Quiet neighborhood; convenient to things to do...unique historical home with nice updates
Martin R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Josephine C.
20 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
Comfortable and great location in Mobile!
Josephine C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carla K., Dayton, USA
16 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Pre Cruise stay in Mobile
Nice historic property close to downtown, restaurants, and a local ice cream shop. We did run into an issue shortly after arrival, but the owner was quick to respond and remedy the situation.
Carla K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Amanda T.
14 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We rented this for 3 weeks during February and it was perfect for our group of 2 adults and 2 kids. The house had most things we needed and made it easy getting back and forth from downtown each night.
Amanda T.
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Meg C.
2 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
1709 Old Shell Road
Beautifully restored home in good location. Very quiet neighborhood in walking distance to restaurants and convenient to downtown.
Meg C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kristy O.
10 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home in a Great Neighborhood
Great location, close to hospital. Very convenient while my son was in the hospital for several days. Much cleaner and comfortable than any hotel!
Kristy O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kari L.
28 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Our Sweet Short Stay
My husband and I loved staying at this sweet home! It was perfect for what we needed it for. This apartment was so beautiful ❤️ we were impressed with the spacious layout. Loved the tree lined streets in the area and ate at the local restaurants near by which were delicious! Never been to Mobile before, hope to come back!
Kari L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Misty L., Bradenton
16 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming place!
We loved the area, the peace and quiet and the house was so cozy. We will definitely stay again!