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Houseboat on Poticaw Bayou!!

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A wooden deck with a hammock, overlooking a calm river and a dock with boats.
A bedroom with a bed, a bench, a nightstand, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with a wooden table, four chairs, a chandelier, and wooden cabinets.
A wooden pier extending over water, with flags and a covered seating area.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, and a window. There is a sign on the wall that says "Fresh Crabs Caught Daily".

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wake up on the waves

    A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Vancleave, MS
  • Place, Ward Bayou Wildlife Management Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Preserve Golf Club
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms

About this property

Houseboat on Poticaw Bayou!!

Located in Vancleave, and only accessible by boat!!enjoy what this 2-bedroom house boat has to offer. Step inside this gorgeous floating retreat with 2 queen beds, a cozy living room with an extra twin bed, and all the essential amenities like WiFi, AC, and a washing machine. Relax in the tremendous surroundings and soak in the cool vibes of this unique accommodation. Experience what Vancleave has to offer with a stay at our house boat.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Only leave AC in living room on.. 75 degrees.. Turn off ac’s in bedrooms

Turn off Hotwater heater in breaker box

Trash taken to Dumpsters at landing

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

No charcoal grills only gas grills.. Please No cleaning or cooking fish inside home

Please do not flush any female sanitary items, including flushable wipes!!

Please do not leave pets alone on Houseboat.. inside or out

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4620212vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Vancleave

Vancleave is home to this houseboat. Mississippi Vietnam Veterans Memorial and LaPointe-Krebs House and Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Islands National Seashore and Fort Bayou Estates Children's Park.
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Vancleave, MS

What's nearby

  • Ward Bayou Wildlife Management Area - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Preserve Golf Club - 22 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Ocean Springs Beach - 33 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Beau Rivage Casino - 36 min drive - 54.3 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Grady's Country Delight - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪High Cotton - ‬40 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Houseboat on Poticaw Bayou!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Houseboat on Poticaw Bayou!!?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Houseboat on Poticaw Bayou!! on 26 October 2026 start from NZ$786, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Houseboat on Poticaw Bayou!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Houseboat on Poticaw Bayou!!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Houseboat on Poticaw Bayou!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Houseboat on Poticaw Bayou!! located?

Situated in Vancleave, this houseboat is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Coastal Family Health and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Preserve Golf Club. G.I. Museum and Fort Bayou Estates Children's Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nice. Really unique place to stay. Communication with host is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christa was great, responsive, and helped answer all questions! Houseboat is fantastic!! Eveything we needed. Peaceful and relaxing is an understatement. Perfect place for our fishing trip! Will definitely be coming back!!
Houseboat on Poticaw
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Christa Napier

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