Question 1

Is Ono Island a gated community?

Accepted Answer

Ono Island is a private residential community with a single gated bridge entry. While technically located in Orange Beach, Alabama, it is the primary high-end residential alternative for buyers looking near Perdido Key, Florida. The island features 24-hour security, its own fire station, and private patrols, offering a level of seclusion and safety that is unmatched by the public beaches or high-rise corridors of the surrounding area.

Question 2

What amenities are available to homeowners on Ono Island?

Accepted Answer

Because the island is entirely residential, it does not have commercial shops or restaurants. Residents cross the bridge to use amenities in Perdido Key or Orange Beach. However, the Ono Island Property Owners Association provides a private recreation center, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, and a clubhouse with indoor and outdoor pools, ensuring homeowners have social and fitness outlets within the gates.

Question 3

Can I build a private dock on Ono Island?

Accepted Answer

Since most homes on the island are situated on the water, property owners must navigate specific Permitting and Architectural Control Committee (ACC) guidelines for dock construction. Navigational depths vary significantly between the north side (Old River) and the south side (Bayou St. John/Grand Lagoon). Deep-draft boats usually gravitate toward the northern canal and riverfront lots, while the interior canals are ideal for smaller center consoles and pontoon boats.