2500 sq ft 4 BR/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly

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A living room with a beige sofa, a grey armchair, and a wooden coffee table. There is a large window with blue curtains, a potted plant, and a television on a stand.
A small house with a white picket fence, a covered porch, and a mailbox with the number 812.
A dining area with a wooden table, wicker chairs, and a buffet.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There is a dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a ceiling fan, and a wall sign.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • 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
    Walk to Gulfport Beach

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gulfport, MS
  • Place, Gulfport Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Southern Mississippi-Gulf Coast
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Friendship Oak
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

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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. TrainTastic and Lynn Meadows Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Gulfport, MS

What's nearby

  • beach near Oak Shadows Drive - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gulfport Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Southern Mississippi-Gulf Coast - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Friendship Oak - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Island View Casino - 2 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Gulfport Amtrak Station - 5 min drive
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island View Casino Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Prime Cut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Saltillo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stage Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2500 sq ft 4 BR/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at 2500 sq ft 4 BR/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2500 sq ft 4 BR/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2500 sq ft 4 BR/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2500 sq ft 4 BR/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly located?

Located in the heart of Gulfport, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Gulfport Beach, University of Southern Mississippi-Gulf Coast and Memorial Hospital at Gulfport. Friendship Oak and Island View Casino are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and great communication from the host
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from Management on 4 Nov 2026
I'm glad you had a great stay and hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an awesome house! Will definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from Management on 4 Nov 2026
Thanks for the great review. It really is an awesome house and has been standing strong since 1915. I specialize in historic renovation because these homes are so wonderful.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Debra was very accommodating to my family’s needs and last minute changes. The house was perfect for our short holiday stay and we would definitely book this VRBO again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2025
I'm glad the house was a perfect place for Thanksgiving with your family!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place.

Good place, close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2022
Yes, it's all about being close to the beach when you visit Gulfport. Having moved here from Naples, FL, many years ago, what I still love most about the Mississippi Coast are the miles of open, undeveloped beaches. Whether you're driving along the beach road or walking the boardwalk, you're looking at beautiful white sand beaches and not miles of high rises blocking the view. Hope to see you again--you were perfect guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Great hospitality and beautiful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
I appreciate the five-star review, and am so glad that you enjoyed the beach house and our beautiful, friendly Coast!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Loved it here
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2023
Thank you for the five-star review! You were great guests and I hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host! Attentive and accommodating. When ice maker didn’t perform properly she and her handyman were there in an hour and fixed it.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2026
You were such a great guest! I'm glad we had a chance to meet in person and hope to see you again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family vacation

We had a great time in Gulfport
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
I'm so glad that your family enjoyed some of the many fun things to do in our area. I'm sure you didn't get to them all so come back again and make more good memories.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Property was well kept. Very close to the beach and rooms were clean and well taken care of.

Check in was quick and easy. Location was in a great spot. Would definitely stay again if we come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2022
Thank you for the five-star review--it means a lot to know that you loved it enough to want to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This is a hidden gem with great amenities near by. The beach is within walking distance.

It accommodate my family of 11 and it was located in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2022
Your family was great! I'm so glad to have hosted you as my first guests at Mermaid Beach House and that we had a chance to meet in person. Yes, it's a great location that's close to everything and the beaches in this area are the best! Hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home!

This was the perfect vacation home for our large family! It was clean, spacious, and a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2022
I love getting five-star reviews as it means I'm doing my job! I try to think of everything that I want and need when travelling and make sure I provide it. Yes, the house is great for big families so I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Plenty of room

Very nice & plenty of room. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2023
Thank you so much for the five stars! The house has a great layout for big families and I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mermaid house

Greatest hostess imaginable
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Awwww. That is such a nice thing to write. I love hosting visitors and sharing our beautiful Gulf coast. Thank you for the compliment and come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Weekend Stay

The Mermaid house was the perfect place to stay for our long weekend in Gulfport! We had plenty of room for everyone in our group. The house was very spacious, clean, and close to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2023
Thank you for the great review. I finished a total renovation of this house less than a year ago and love the way it came out! I'm glad you enjoyed it and hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mermaid Cottage

Mermaid Cottage was perfect for us. It is located central to most any place on the Gulf Coast with easy access.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2022
I'm so glad you enjoyed Mermaid Beach House--I agree that the location is perfect (which is why I also live in the neighborhood). I've been in west Gulfport for about 30 years and love the laid back area but, as you said, close to everything you could want or need. Hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved everything thank you ms Debra for everything and also showing up to meet our needs everything was great the neighborhood was great as well
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2025
You and your family were great guests! I'm glad we had a chance to meet in person and I hope to host you again. I highly recommend Danielle to other hosts.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fun

Very large, plenty of room for large families or a group of people
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2023
I always appreciate five-star reviews because I really care about guests having a great time on the Coast. Mermaid is perfect for big families so I'm glad it was just what you wanted for your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Biloxi Beach House

House was great. Perfect for our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
I appreciate the great review, for a great house! It really works well for large groups and families. Come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House

We had a great time. House was very welcoming and clean. Will stay again on one of her properties.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
I'm glad you had a great time. Our cleaning company is the best and really take pride in making sure the house is spotless for each guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mermaid

Great location ! Home well maintained and stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2024
Thank you for the five-star review and for the private comments that you texted me. I appreciate it when guests point out things that could be better so I can improve the experience. And to let me know about things like a loose shower knob so I can take care of it. You were great guests in every way and I hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The home was very clean and welcoming.

Our entire family had a very enjoyable visit at the Mermaid House. Would sincerely look forward to visiting again. Thanks to the owner for sharing her lovely home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review! Mermaid beach house is great for large families and groups and I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation

The property was the perfect place for our family. It was close to the beach and easy to get to. We enjoyed every day we had in Gulfport. The house was well cared for and had everything we needed to feel at home. The host was very accommodating and if we needed something, it was taken care of right away.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2025
I'm so glad that your family loved Mermaid beach house! And I'm also glad that I got a chance to meet my guests in person, even if it was trying to figure out the TV remote (note to self, check batteries first next time...). I also live in the neighborhood because it is quiet, peaceful, and close to everything the Coast has to offer. I hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The house was clean and very relaxing

Wonderful!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
Thank you for your short, wonderful reply :) I'm glad that everything was perfect for you at Mermaid Beach House.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2022 Family Vacation

Just an amazing place and wonderful location! The front porch with the gulf breeze was our favorite evening family time. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2022
I'm so glad you found the house "amazing" and enjoyed the amenities. Yes, definitely come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mermaid House

The house very close to the beach, nice neighborhood, with great neighbors. Debra the host is very nice.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
Thank you for the great review. I have lived in this area for 30 years and love being by the Gulf, and with friendly neighbors. Hope to see you again.
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