1409 Olive

A Rare Opportunity on Beautiful Dauphin Island - Where the Gulf breeze and quiet beaches remind you to slow down. Arriving on Dauphin Island, the pace of life immediately softens. Wide skies open up, salty air drifts across the island, and miles of sugar-white beaches stretch along the shoreline of the Gulf. Many people first discover Dauphin Island while exploring the northern Gulf Coast, and it quickly becomes a place they never quite forget. It’s the kind of place where mornings begin quietly with coffee on the porch and evenings end with brilliant sunsets and a favorite drink in hand. The island’s atmosphere remains peaceful, welcoming, and refreshingly authentic compared with many crowded beach destinations along the coast. Within this special setting are two adjoining lots being offered together, creating a unique homesite opportunity. One lot sits at street level and provides natural access and space for parking, while the adjoining dune lot rises above it, offering natural elevation and the potential for views toward the beach and Gulf. Together they create a natural layout for designing a home that captures breezes, light, and the beauty of the island surroundings. From the top of the dune, the breeze carries across the island and the shoreline and open Gulf waters stretch into the distance. It’s the kind of setting where a porch above the dune naturally becomes everyone’s favorite place to begin and end the day. The property is zoned for one to four residential units, offering flexibility for a variety of plans. You might design a spacious primary residence, a second home near the beach, or a thoughtfully designed property with multiple units for guests or rental potential. Here you can build your Gold Fortified home and create a place meant to be enjoyed for years to come. Dauphin Island has a relaxed charm that people from across the country quickly fall in love with. Golf carts are a common way to explore the island, whether you’re heading to the beach, visiting local restaurants and shops, or riding over to historic Fort Gaines, one of the island’s most treasured landmarks. The nearby Audubon Bird Sanctuary draws bird enthusiasts from around the world and adds to the peaceful character of the island. Fishing is also a way of life here. Anglers come to Dauphin Island for some of the best fishing along the northern Gulf Coast. From inshore fishing to offshore adventures in the Gulf, the island has long been known as a favorite starting point for serious fishermen as well as families casting a line for the first time. With quick access to deep Gulf waters, Dauphin Island has long been known as one of the northern Gulf Coast’s favorite starting points for serious fishermen. Another reason buyers discover Dauphin Island is how surprisingly easy it is to reach. The island sits about 40 minutes south of Interstate 10 and Interstate 65, and once you leave the interstate the drive to the island is direct and uncomplicated. I-10 connects New Orleans, Biloxi, and Pensacola, while I-65 runs north toward Nashville, Louisville, and Chicago. Interstate 16 also provides convenient access for travelers coming from Georgia and the Southeast. Dauphin Island is centrally located on the northern Gulf Coast, making it a comfortable drive for visitors and second-home owners from many parts of the country. Once you experience the view, the possibilities begin to feel clear. Any and all measurements and information contained within this listing including but not limited to lot dimensions and zoning are deemed reliable but not guaranteed, and shall be verified by purchaser.