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Walk to beach and casinos from charming historic home, fenced yard/pets ok

Family-friendly vacation home in Gulfport with a water park

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Pelican Beach House is a beautiful 100-year-old home that was completely renovated in 2023. Located only two short blocks from white sand beaches, this charming beach house offers an open floor plan perfect for socializing with your friends and family. You'll love the huge back deck with a pet-safe fenced yard.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Walk to beach and casinos from charming historic home, fenced yard/pets ok

Pelican Beach House is a beautiful 100-year-old home that was completely renovated in 2023. Only two short blocks from white sand beaches in a safe and friendly residential neighborhood.

Open floor plan is perfect for socializing with your friends and family. You'll love the huge back deck with a pet-safe fenced yard.

SNOWBIRD SPECIAL--Super low monthly rates Jan-Apr. Contact the Owner/Host for pricing.

YOUR HOST: Debra Hilgeman, owner/premier host, lives nearby and takes great pride in ensuring the best possible experience for every guest. She has four other FIVE-STAR beach rentals in the area: Flamingo Beach Cottage (VRBO 2024156) with 2 bed/2bath, Palm View Beach House (VRBO 2237338) with 3 bed/2 bath, Mermaid Beach House (VRBO 2659715) with 4 bed/3 bath, and Magnificent Magnolia Beach House (VRBO 3179963) with 3 bed/2 bath.

* SUPER CLEAN: Enhanced professional cleaning for every guest.

* GREAT LOCATION: Two short blocks to beach in nice, quiet and safe neighborhood. Close to Island View Casino, Beach Casino, downtown, Navy Base, Aquarium, parks, and Port of Gulfport with ferry boats to Ship Island.

* THINGS TO DO: Walk to the beach (and bring the dogs with you) and follow the boardwalk for miles, eat at the great restaurants downtown, play at the casinos, visit the new aquarium, golf at nearby courses, and enjoy all that the beautiful Mississippi Coast has to offer. West Side Park and waterfront Jones Park are nearby. Fishing piers and the Ship Island Ferry are also close by--take a memorable trip to an island with Civil War fort and beautiful island beaches and you'll probably see schools of dolphins following the ferry. Fishing charters are also close by.

LIVING ROOM and DINING ROOM: Great open floor plan with living room/dining room and kitchen. The living room has a large Flexsteel leather sofa and extra seating centered by the decor fireplace below the 60" smart TV. The glass top dining table by the kitchen seats six, and the granite kitchen island seats four. Bookcase by the fireplace has games and books. All hardwood flooring.

* KITCHEN: Fridge with icemaker and ice/water in door, gas stove, dishwasher, microwave, blender, combo drip/Keurig coffee maker,14-cup drip coffee maker, toaster, and tons of dishes, pots/pans and utensils. Granite countertops.

* BEDROOMS: Three bedrooms. Master bedroom has queen bed and ensuite bath. Front bedroom has queen bed. Middle bedroom has two double beds. Ceiling fans in all bedrooms.

* BATHS: Private master bath has shower/vanity/toilet. huge designer walk-in tile shower with spa fixture, antique vanity with lighted glass mounted sink. Hall bath has Jacuzzi jetted tub/shower, vanity/toilet.

* TV & INTERNET: 60" smart TV in living room. Master bedroom has 32" smart TV for streaming and local programming. High speed unlimited WIFI.

* UTILITY ROOM: Washer/dryer and laundry supplies. Iron/ironing board.

* PORCH/PATIO: The front porch has a charming porch swing. The large wood patio in the back yard has an umbrella table that seats four, and plenty of additional seating. Six-foot wood privacy fence.

* PARKING: There is a private drive in the back that opens into the back yard gate for two vehicles. Lots of free, no restriction street parking also available.

* GAMES AND BEACH GEAR: Beach chairs, beach towels, board games and kid games inside. The patio storage bin on the deck has a corn hole game and yard croquet.

* DAY TRIPS: Exciting day trips to the New Orleans French Quarter, Bourbon Street, and plantation museums are less than a two-hour drive. Or, head east to Mobile and the battleship and submarine for a fun day trip.

* PETS: Pets are welcome but must be pre-approved by Owner. No puppies or aggressive breeds. $20 fee per pet per night. Two small dogs (under 30 pounds) or one large dog (up to 80 pounds). Sorry, but no cats due to allergies. Exceptions on a case-by-case basis as authorized by Host. If guests bring any unauthorized pet(s), the deposit will be forfeit. The cleaning company doesn't charge extra upfront for pet(s) but any evidence left behind (hair, messes, etc.) will result in extra cleaning fees depending on how much the cleaning company needs to do.

SMOKING: Outside only. Deposit will be forfeit if smoke smell detected inside house.

HOST SUPPLIES: All linens, towels, blankets, etc.. Shampoo/conditioner, bath soap, hair dryers, hand soap, kitchen soap, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies.

RENT TERMS: Nightly fee is based on 6 people (two per bedroom). For every additional person the cost is $20 per person per night. Maximum occupancy is 8 people. No charge for infants; all children count as guests. Deposit will be forfeited if there are unauthorized guests. Primary guest must be 25 or older. No parties or events.

SECURITY: There are outside security cameras for your safety and mine. This covers the front door and back door.

* TRAIN: A railroad track runs parallel to the beach along the Coast, so you may hear the train two blocks away. Locals are used to this and if you're close to the beach, you're close to the train tracks.

GUEST BOOK: The guest book has phone numbers and info on local attractions, shopping, day trips, emergency numbers, restaurant recommendations, and much more.






Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets must be pre-approved by age/weight/breed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Gulfport, MS

What's nearby

  • Island View Casino - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gulfport Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Memorial Hospital at Gulfport - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Port of Gulfport - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mississippi Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Gulfport Amtrak Station - 19 min walk
  • Gulfport - Biloxi Intl. Airport (GPT) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island View Casino Resort - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Island View Casino Buffet - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beach Coffee Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Island View High Limt Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stage Bar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to beach and casinos from charming historic home, fenced yard/pets ok pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Walk to beach and casinos from charming historic home, fenced yard/pets ok?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to beach and casinos from charming historic home, fenced yard/pets ok?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to beach and casinos from charming historic home, fenced yard/pets ok located?

This family-friendly Gulfport vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Gulfport Beach and Island View Casino. Bellissimo Spa & Salon and Memorial Hospital at Gulfport are also within 15 minutes. Gulfport Amtrak Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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