Family Retreat - Near Beach - Patio - BBQ- Pets OK

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Designed with comfort and flexibility in mind, this spacious bungalow works just as well for a long winter stay as it does for a full-house family trip.
3 bedrooms: 2 King beds, 1 Double, 1 Bunk bed
• Sofa bed for additional guests
• 2.5 bathrooms, including a private ensuite
• Bright living room with flat-screen TV
• Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances & breakfast bar
• Full-size washer & dryer
• Soundproofing throughout the home
• Shaded patio & large backyard
• Fully enclosed fence, ideal for kids & pets

🍳 Kitchen & Living Area
The heart of the home is the open-concept kitchen, fully stocked and ready for everything from quick breakfasts to proper home-cooked meals. Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, quality cookware, and high-end gadgets make it easy to cook (or at least pretend you will).
The living area is warm and welcoming, with plush seating, modern décor, plenty of natural light, and a flat-screen TV; perfect for winding down after a beach day or settling in for a low-key movie night.

🛏️ Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Bedrooms
• Primary suite with king bed, premium linens, TV & ensuite bath
• Second bedroom with king bed and hardwood floors
• Third bedroom with bunk bed and additional sleeping space — a hit with kids
Bathrooms
• Ensuite bath with walk-in shower
• Full bath with tub/shower combo
• Convenient half bath off the kitchen
• Fresh towels, toiletries & hair dryers provided

🌿 Outdoor Space (Slow Mornings Live Here)
Step outside to a shaded patio and large private backyard, surrounded by mature trees and coastal quiet. It’s an easy place to sip morning coffee, work remotely, or let kids and pets roam freely within the fully fenced yard. Start your morning with an easy stroll toward Kalmia, where the local rhythm kicks in at The Blue House Coffee, a quietly coastal kind of start, with good espresso and neighbors who still mean their good mornings.
Beach days are refreshingly simple with provided essentials: a wagon, chairs, umbrella, cooler, and sand toys because no one wants to pack their entire garage for a beach trip. 😉

📍 Close to Everything, Far from the Noise
One of the best parts of staying here? You’re close enough to stretch your legs or hop in the car, depending on the day’s mood.
🚶‍♂️ = Walkable 🚗 = Short Drive
Just outside the door:
• West Side Park & Splashpad - 0.6 miles 🚶‍♂️ 12 min / 🚗 2 min
Perfect for morning walks or easy kid-friendly afternoons.
• Long Beach Middle & High School - 0.9 miles 🚶‍♂️ 18 min / 🚗 3 min
• Early Long Beach Historical Marker - 1.6 miles 🚶‍♂️ 30 min / 🚗 4 min
A quick drive unlocks the rest:
• Friendship Oak (USM Gulf Park Campus) - 2.2 miles 🚗 5 min
A 500+ year-old Southern landmark worth a quiet visit.
• Jeff Davis Ave (Downtown Long Beach) - 1.8 miles 🚗 5 min
Local shops, casual dining, and coastal small-town charm.
• Long Beach Town Green - 1.9 miles 🚗 5 min
• Island View Casino (Gulfport) - 3.2 miles 🚗 7 min
• Mississippi Aquarium - 4.2 miles 🚗 9 min
• Jones Park & Splashpad (Gulfport) - 4.7 miles 🚗 10 min
• Lynn Meadows Discovery Center - 7.1 miles 🚗 14 min

🌊 Exploring the Mississippi Gulf Coast
If you feel like venturing a bit farther, the wider coast opens up easily:
• Gulfport & Pass Christian - ~10 minutes
• Biloxi & Bay St. Louis - ~20 minutes
• Ocean Springs & Waveland - ~25 minutes
From historic oaks and walkable downtowns to waterfront parks and casino nights, everything is comfortably within reach, without feeling like you’re staying in the middle of the action.

🌴 Perfect For…
• Snowbirds chasing winter sunshine
• Families visiting during quieter beach seasons
• multi-generational stays
• Extended coastal getaways
Centrally located between New Orleans and Mobile, this home makes a great base for day trips, beach days, and relaxed Gulf Coast living.

✅ This property has special local compliance requirements which include a signed rental agreement, ID verification, and a security hold of $500 (which is not a traditional security deposit, just a pending transaction). As an optional alternative to the security hold, you may opt in to purchase a non-refundable damage waiver provided by a third-party insurance company. The optional damage waiver is $42 for stays up to 10 nights, with an additional $2 per day for stays longer than 10 nights. Damage waiver purchases are optional.

To make this process easy for you, we use a secure and very simple, app-free platform called Happy Guest. It is not an app, and you do not have to sign up for an account - it’s a safe and secure website. It also gives you a guest portal with all the info about the home and all of my favorite local spots.

Your guest portal includes advertisements with third-party upgrades that you may want to enhance your stay. These upgrades are optional and include:
Wine Package - $50
Charcuterie Board - $125
Bath Rob and Slippers (rental) - $25
Late Check-Out 12PM - $50