Walk to beach, pier, casino from historic charming cottage and pet friendly! | Cottage in Gulfport

10.0 (81 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  7 Guests
Gulfport Cottage | Walk to beach, pier, casino from historic charming cottage and pet friendly!

2 Bedroom Cottage in Gulfport

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.

Walk to beach, pier, casino from historic charming cottage and pet friendly! is located in Gulfport. Walk to beach, pier, casino from historic charming cottage and pet friendly! provides accommodation, featuring View, Ocean View, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cottage features View, Ocean View, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Walk to beach, pier, casino from historic charming cottage and pet friendly! has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 7 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Gulfport has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Gulfport, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking permitted outside. Ashtrays provided.
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Casino nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
General
  • Unit size: 1250 sq ft (116 sq m)
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) note from host: must have prior approval from owner for all pets. pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;smoking permitted outside. ashtrays provided.

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

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CHERIE S.
Aug 25, 2025 07:00:22 PM
Review Score:   10
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