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Walk to beach, pier, casino from historic charming cottage and pet friendly!

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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Gulfport, MS
  • Gulfport Beach
    9 min walk
  • Island View Casino Buffet
    6 min walk
  • Gulfport Amtrak Station
    19 min walk
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    12 min drive

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About the area

Gulfport

When you stay at this cottage in Gulfport, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Gulfport Beach and Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center. .This family-friendly cottage is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Biloxi Beach and 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Keesler Air Force Base.

What's nearby

  • Gulfport Beach - 9 min walk
  • Island View Casino - 9 min walk
  • Memorial Hospital at Gulfport - 11 min walk
  • Port of Gulfport - 16 min walk
  • Mississippi Aquarium - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Island View Casino Buffet - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Prime Cut - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Carter Green Steakhouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach Boulevard Steamer - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Walk to beach, pier, casino from historic charming cottage and pet friendly!

Historic hundred-year-old renovated beach cottage. Original hardwood floors, beadboard and architectural features, plus all the modern amenities including central heat/air, ceiling fans in living room and bedrooms. Open floor plan for socializing. Spacious master bedroom and second bedroom. Two smart TVs, unlimited WIFI. Fully-stocked kitchen with granite countertops and island. Front porch, back patio, fenced yard is pet-friendly.

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: Mermaid Beach House (VRBO 2659715) with 4 bed/3bath, Palm View Beach House (VRBO 2237338) with 3 bed/2 bath, Magnificent Magnolia Beach House (VRBO 3179963) with 3 bed/2 bath, and Pelican Beach House (VRBO 3180005) with 3 bed/2 bath.

* SUPER CLEAN: Enhanced professional cleaning for every guest.

* GREAT LOCATION: Two 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.

* BEDROOMS: Two bedrooms. Master bedroom has queen bed and adjoining bath with shower. Front bedroom has antique full bed with a slideout single mattress, if needed. Sleeper sofa in living room has double gel foam mattress. Ceiling fans in all bedrooms.

* BATHS: Two baths--ensuite to master bedroom has vanity/shower/toilet, and hall bath has tub/shower/vanity/toilet.

* KITCHEN: Fridge with icemaker, glass top electric stove, dishwasher, microwave, blender, combo drip/Keurig coffee maker,14-cup drip coffee maker, toaster, and tons of dishes, pots/pans and utensils. New cabinets and granite countertops. Dining table seats four, adjacent bar seats 4.

* TV & INTERNET: 50" smart TV in living room. Master bedroom has smart TV for streaming and local programming. High speed unlimited WIFI.

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

* YARD: Large back yard is totally fenced with a 6 ft. wood privacy fence so very pet friendly. Cement patio in back with, picnic table, umbrella table/chairs for socializing. Front porch has charming swing.

* PARKING: Side parking area can accommodate three vehicles, RV, boat, trailer.

* GAMES AND BEACH GEAR: Beach chairs, beach towels, board games and kid games inside.

* DAY TRIPS: Exciting day trips to the New Orleans French Quarter, Bourbon Street, and plantation museums are less than a two-hour drive from the Flamingo Beach Cottage. 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 four people (two per bedroom). For every additional person the cost is $20 per person per night. Maximum occupancy is 7 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. 100% refund for cancellations within 30 days of arrival.

SECURITY: There is an outside security camera for your safety and mine.

* TRAIN: A railroad track runs parallel to the beach along the Coast, so you may hear the train tracks nearby. 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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Debra Hilgeman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking permitted outside. Ashtrays provided.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Casino nearby

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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1250 sq ft (116 sq m)

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Must have prior approval from owner for ALL pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Walk to beach, pier, casino from historic charming cottage and pet friendly! Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Malea R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this cottage!
Love this cottage! It’s exactly as described! Very clean and in a safe location! It is by a train but we actually loved it! Our kids got excited everytime they heard the train coming and loved counting how many cars were on the train! The house is well stocked for cooking , laundry etc and it just feels like a home! The beds were very comfortable too! Property manager was great to communicate with! Would definitely stay here again !
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

craig y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house
Everything was as advertised. Debra & her team were very responsive to the questions I had while there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and comfortable!
The house was better than expected from the pictures. We were very comfortable and had everything we needed. It was great the air conditioning really cooled the house down as it was so hot outside. Debra was great responding to my questions. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
super sweet
The house was just as described, 3 blocks from the beach and perfect weather. We also took our pooch and was so happy not to have to put him on a leash due to the fenced in yard front and back. The train was a bit much in the beginning but after a couple of day we never noticed it. Debra was great as well, met us as we were unloading and gave us a fresh picked magnolia that smelled amazingly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week in Gulfport, Mississippi
Property is exactly as pictured. Decorated very tastefully. Comfortable bed in master bedroom. Located close to beach. Host very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mom and daughter trip
We enjoyed our stay. We were able to visit Ship island, aquarium, Biloxi and Long Beach. We do not gamble so we kept to the beach and scenery. Which we enjoyed very much. Cottage was just what we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable place to stay!
The Flamingo House had everything we needed and more! We loved the kitchen as it had everything we needed to cook and easily clean up! The games were an added bonus when it rained to keep the kids entertained! The couch slept our 2 younger children perfectly and was actually very comfortable! The train is close (didn't bother us), but ear plugs were in the night stands if needed! The host, Mrs. Debra was fabulous is responding to everything we needed and checking in on us! We will definitely stay at her properties again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage!
Fantastic place for our get away! Will definitely be back in future! Property manager was fantastic as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

allen g.

Liked: Cleanliness
WhooHoo
Great place close to beach
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy weekend
Loved the look of the cottage . Really like the repurposed wood throughout the place . Very convent to everything and porch swing was a place. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip
We had a wonderful time at the cottage. Perfect for our 2 dogs to play in the fenced in yard. Loved the antiques in the cottage. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise R., Rochester, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach stay!
I travel alone with my dog, and I couldn’t have found a better place on the beach to stay! The condo was very nicely decorated and updated; clean; bright and airy; and had everything that I needed for my 2 week stay. Not to mention that my dog was welcome! The owner was attentive and truly seemed to care that I was comfortable. Along with being a great place to call home for my time away, the location was ideal. I could sit on the deck and watch the ocean - both sunrise and night moon were spectacular (when the fog let us). There were enough restaurants, bars, patios and plenty of beach walking all right there. I never had to get in my car unless I wanted to! I also enjoyed the music right next door off the patio. It was never too loud or too late. (And if it would have been, all you had to do was go in and shut the deck doors and it was plenty quiet!) I highly recommend this Tiki Condo…and definitely will go back if I return to SPI!!! ❤️
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place and great host
Stayed for a week and had an awesome time. Place was clean and well supplied with all the extras you need. Train takes a minute to get used to, but it's not a big deal. Short walk or drive to the beach and lots of good eats around. Deb was awesome and very hospitable. Would go back anytime.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness
beach and casino vacation
good time as advertised little farther to beach than expected dogs not allowed on beach not owners fault would go back host is very good
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Favorite Stay
We’ve stayed in the Cottage three times in the last two years and love it every time. So close to the beach and shopping it’s perfect for us. Debra is a first class host!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Myron W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bday/Anniversary getaway
This cottage is the perfect getaway. Everything from where it is located to checking in and departing. Neighbor hood is also a great place. Location for going places was great also. We enjoyed it and will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kecia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Trip
Everything was great. We enjoyed our stay and plan to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gulfport Cottage
Comfortable cottage - close to great restaurants and places of interest. Within walking distance to the beach and casinos. Pet friendly!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lora P., San Tan Valley, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Debra is wonderful!! The cottage was so cute, comfortable and just a short walk from the beach. Debra has everything thought out and available such as beach towels, chairs, ice chest, etc. I was a bit concerned about the railroad tracks, it did not bother me at all but a couple of the others in my party did mention it a few times. I would stay at the cottage again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing host and property!
Couldn’t ask for a better experience than this! Our first time VRBOing and it was beyond our expectations! Close to the beach, extremely clean and had everything you could ever need! Just wish we could have stayed longer! Deb is the perfect host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy H., Spartanburg. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute & Comfy
I was in town with my adult daughter to visit family. This house was perfect for us. Parking was easy on the side of the house. We both enjoyed that the house had many original features and was decorated to accent it's age, though it also had all the modern amenities. Just a short walk to the beach. Many restaurants and attractions are close by. The train sounds didn't bother us too much. Being from the area, I knew what to expect. The beds were comfortable which made up for the train noise!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

tim r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed the Stay
We had a good, restful stay. The owner was very nice and even brought over donuts one morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jeeping the Coast
We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stress-free Shabby Chic Beach Cottage with Modern Conveniences
The owner, Debra was very responsive, helpful, and easy to connect with. She has rescued and remodeled this cottage with an eye for convenience and comfort with excellent working electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems and updated appliances. Electrical outlets at every logical place and garden hoses at front and back yards were such a welcome site. The neighborhood was all side walked and felt safe to walk around in, even at night. Debra has many friends and neighbors in the area and helpers nearby which we all found reassuring yet unobtrusive. We loved the proximity to the beach, ample parking, fenced back and front yards, trains and, mosquito-free outdoor areas.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Staci D., Anna, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage Next To The Beach!
We enjoyed our stay. House was just a few blocks away from beach, which was a plus. The house was clean and felt very cozy. Fenced in yard was great for our 11yr old Mini Schnauzer, she loved ppl watching in the front. All around had a great experience in Gulfport and Debra was awesome! Will def be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022