***BRAND NEW FORTIFIED METAL ROOF*** Welcome to 607 Hernando Place, a gulf front paradise hidden on the east end of Dauphin Island with 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms, and even an outdoor shower! Located in the Desoto Landing gated subdivision, this home is just a few steps away from a private beach and thoughtfully designed for entertainment. The exterior appearance is bright and welcoming—with a huge elevated deck to enhance the frontward gulf view and spacious clearance under the home that can be used for boat storage, parking, and even an outdoor sitting area with TV for relaxation after your day at the beach. Highlights of the main level interior includes an open concept kitchen, dining, and living room area with fireplace and recessed lighting, a laundry room in the hallway, a bunk-style bedroom, and two additional bedrooms connected by a jack and jill style bathroom. The second level highlights include the huge master bedroom with double-door balcony access and fireplace, spacious master bathroom with double vanity, separated shower, and whirlpool tub, as well as an additional bedroom, a full bathroom in the hallway, and a bonus room! This property currently books as a short-term rental with annual gross rental income potential of $186,900. The gated community of Desoto Landing has a private tennis court, community swimming pool, and boardwalk beach access. A massive initiative has improved the quality of the beach called the East End Beach & Dune Restoration, and its objective was to bring in more than one million cubic yards of sand to restore the beach and wildlife habitat on the East End of Dauphin Island. Whether you’re looking for an investment opportunity or a forever home for your family, you’ll find that this property checks every box to deliver a relaxing, memorable experience on the southern coast of Alabama.