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Stay in a lovely historic home close to beach, town, and casinos.

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A covered patio with two white chairs, a small table, and a hanging planter.
A modern kitchen with green cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.
A red house with a blue door, a front porch, and a small garden.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
With space for 8 guests, this vacation home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers beach views and includes a deck, porch, and patio for outdoor enjoyment. Guests can explore nearby Gulfport Beach and Bellissimo Spa & Salon, while adventure seekers will appreciate access to fishing and water sports.

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Gulfport Beach
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Toys
  • Washing machine
  • Patio

Explore the area

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Gulfport, MS
  • Place, Gulfport Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Island View Casino
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Gulfport
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Blue bunk

1 Single Bunk Bed

Crystal

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Center Bath

Bathtub · Toilet

Half Bath off Blue Room (bunk room)

Toilet

Master Bath (compact with all you need)

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Stay in a lovely historic home close to beach, town, and casinos.

This gem of a house has just been lovingly restored & renovated. Sleeps 6 comfortably. Gourmet kitchen with gas stove and copper vent, marble butcher block counter and marble backsplash, cast iron/porcelain clawfoot tub center bath & full-size shower off master. 2 1/2 baths make staying more comfortable. Full front porch and a glimpse of the Gulf. Steps to the Island View Casino. Come and stay, cook, visit the beautiful coast, the property is less than 2 miles from the Ship Island ferry and beaches which boast white sand and fun. Great place for a romantic getaway or a family stay.. The neighborhood is friendly, but not fancy. If you prefer a gated community with no diversity, this may not be for you. Some homes nearby in varioud states of repair after storms and such. The home is my prized renovation that we rebuilt from the ground up, but kept the original longleaf pine floors, 9-foot ceilings, and gorgeous diamond windows, hence her name. If you are looking for something special and NOT generic, you have found it! More recent pictures of finished bedrooms coming - 2 bedrooms have a bath, and one near the back (2 twin-sized beds) is on the right side of the house.

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 1:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

You need to know

Property # 1558779vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gulfport

Located in Gulfport, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gulfport Beach and Biloxi Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Coliseum Beach or Gulfport Dragway. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Gulfport, MS

What's nearby

  • Gulfport Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bellissimo Spa & Salon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Island View Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port of Gulfport - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mississippi Aquarium - 5 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Gulfport Amtrak Station - 15 min walk
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island View Casino Resort - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carter Green's Steakhouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Stage Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Prime Cut - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in a lovely historic home close to beach, town, and casinos. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stay in a lovely historic home close to beach, town, and casinos. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay in a lovely historic home close to beach, town, and casinos. ?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in a lovely historic home close to beach, town, and casinos. ?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Stay in a lovely historic home close to beach, town, and casinos. located?

Located in the heart of Gulfport, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Gulfport Beach and Island View Casino. Bellissimo Spa & Salon and Port of Gulfport are also within 15 minutes. Gulfport Amtrak Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This older quaint home away from home is both cozy and convenient. Located near the beach and downtown it is close to some of the best eating places in the area. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully renovated home with historic vibes. Very clean, comfortable bed, walkable to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for staying, Jennifer. Delighted you enjoyed the Diamond Bungalow! Come again. Lilly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house! Would diffidently stay again when in Gulfport! Great host with communications!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Thank you, Sam. Delighted you stayed at the Diamond Bungalow. Come again! You're awesome
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Will come back

Enjoyed the space the area the whole home. Will visit it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2025
Katrina, Thank you so much for choosing the Diamond Bungalow as your getaway. Please stay again! Lilly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Less than a 5 minute walk to the beach!

Beautiful home! Very clean the beds were super comfortable. The beach was less than a 5 minute walk away. I highly recommend staying here the house had lots of charm. We have zero complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2022
Super easy and respectful guests who took great care of my home. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved the Diamond. Loved everything about it….location, price, amenities, decor, you name it…. Incredible! Close to everything we had planned on doing and visiting. The host, Lilly, very informative both by message and the very informative blackboard at the Diamond. Enjoyed our stay incredibly. Looking forward to our next trip! Thanks for everything!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Dear Morgan, I am delighted you enjoyed the Diamond. Please come again! It's people like you that make sharing my gem worthwhile. Appreciated your lovely review. Lilly
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Lovely home bad neighborhood

Lovely home, beautifully decorated. Unfortunately the neighborhood is not desirable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2022
Thank you for staying. Glad you liked the house. You are certainly correct, the area is in need of multiple improvements post storm and in beach vicinity as noted in description. Fortunately, the area has vastly improved since I purchased house. For $46 a person a night less than 2 blocks from beach and right near the gorgeous Island View Casino, I hope you found the very reasonable charge logical. I hope you can find a better fit next time. Lilly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Diamond Sparkles!

My sons and I completely enjoyed our stay and Lilly's renovated Diamond Bungalow. Near the beach...just a short drive up the coast to Biloxi....cool and comfortable. The train was actually comforting as childhood nostalgia. We had absolutely no issues whatsoever! Thank you Lilly!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Diamond

Check in and out were effortless. The house was everything we could have wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mothers Day getaway

This house was perfect for the weekend super close to the beach and very nice homely feel. We will go back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Had a fantastic time. Owner did a fantastic job
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Loved hosting you! Come again. Thank you for being awesome guests.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulf Port Vacation-2021

Very nice, Lots of fine sand even with shoes left outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2021
So glad you enjoyed the Diamond. Thank you, Florence. You and your dear family are welcome any time. Lilly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Place, just absolutely lovely

Lilly, the owner calls this property The Diamond. It is called that because of the many windows, but really it’s a fantastic property in the middle of a neighborhood that is recovering from all the hurricanes. It’s so charming and sweetly decorated. It’s near everything you could need or want to do. We took our kids to the beach at night and during the day, 2 mins away. We also went on a dolphin cruise (4 mins away), gator ranch in Moss point (40 mins away), the discovery center (10 mins), and has lots of fun just hanging out with each other and eating most of our meals in this adorable cozy house. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2021
Loved hosting this kind, fun family who found the Diamond after a long year with the Pandemic. So glad timing worked out.. Communication was great and they upheld rules and suggestions. I enjoyed hearing that the kiddos liked the bunk beds and the near-by beach. Welcome anytime.

About the host

Hosted by Lilly Allen

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My dream was to restore an old property somewhere close to the water. This was it. We gutted to the studs in the areas that were destroyed, raised and straightened, and saved the floors and picture moulding, but most important, the diamond mullion windows ! A dream to do. Now I share it with you. This isn't my business, this is my home. It may sound corny, but it's personal.

Why they chose this property

A true craftsman down to the solid pillars. Lath and plaster walls, solid wood construction, old single-paned windows (not energy efficient, but true to her heritage). I saved this house from demolition.

What makes this property unique

The home is on the National Registry of Historic Places, but the blessing is that I learned this after much research and work. It was built in 1923 and has withstood many, many storms. Uniquely, she didn't flood during Katrina, but the word on the street was that the chicken that the port brought in was all around the neighborhood making for one big mess. Fortunately, we have moved from that terrible time and now again hear the trains whistle (yes, several times a day), feels like moving back in history. Gulfport is gorgeous, with grit and interest. I love it.

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