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Family and dog friendly beach cottage w/pool & grill in quaint seaside village

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A house with a wooden porch, a front door, and a brick pathway.
A dining area with a large marble table, two hanging pendant lights, and a view of a swimming pool through glass doors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a window with curtains.
A coastal marina with numerous boats, a pier extending into the water, and a parking area with cars and palm trees.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • 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.

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Private pool
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulfport, FL
  • Place, Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfport Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfport Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Gulfport

Located in Gulfport, this cottage is by the sea. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Tampa Bay. Splash Island Water Park and Polynesian Putter are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Gulfport, FL

What's nearby

  • Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gulfport Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gulfport Casino - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Island Community Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Tampa Bay - 12 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪O'Maddy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sam's Gyros and Seafood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pia's Trattoria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salty Pup - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family and dog friendly beach cottage w/pool & grill in quaint seaside village have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Family and dog friendly beach cottage w/pool & grill in quaint seaside village pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Family and dog friendly beach cottage w/pool & grill in quaint seaside village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family and dog friendly beach cottage w/pool & grill in quaint seaside village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family and dog friendly beach cottage w/pool & grill in quaint seaside village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family and dog friendly beach cottage w/pool & grill in quaint seaside village located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Gulfport Beach and Gulfport Casino. Pasadena Shopping Center and Palms of Pasadena Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is beautiful! Has everything you need. Close to everything!! Will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2026
Thanks, Tonya, we really appreciate your repeat business ☺️
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
close to beach and restaurants
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2026
Thanks, Michelle!☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House and pool were great. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Thanks, Carey. Hope we see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this cottage was absolutely wonderful and just as advertised!It was probably one of the cleanest and nicest places we have stayed, and would definitely book another stay while in the area.Lysa was available to communicate whenever we had questions or needed anything, before and during the trip. She was accommodating and friendly!You won’t regret booking this cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2026
Amber, thanks for your glowing review. We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay at our Cottage 😁
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home and a perfect location in Gulfport. Lysa was very helpful and the entire experience felt like a home-away-from-home. The place was spotless and full of thoughtful details and amenities. I could not have asked for a smoother or more comfortable experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 April 2026
Thanks so much, Greg. I’m delighted you enjoyed your stay & Hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was beautiful and has everything you could ever want inside and out! The location is perfectly situated in the heart of Gulfport, which made everything walkable. There were several areas on the property to sit outside and enjoy the fresh air and the pool/surrounding area was a huge bonus, as most places in Gulfport do not offer pools. It was serene and private.We were also able to bring our small dog, which made the whole trip possible for us.Finally, the hosts were wonderful and responsive throughout our entire stay. We loved everything about our stay and hope to return again. This will always be our first choice in Gulfport.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
You gals rock. Thanks for your patience & understanding. Please come hangout at the Cottage again ☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Great house and great location. I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2024
Thanks, David. We hope to have you back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Cottage !!

Was a wonderful Cottage with everything needed. It was a great location. Cant wait to visit again.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thanks, Tawnya!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a nice home! Gulfport is still recovering from the hurricanes and the owners have worked hard to restore their property and have done beautiful updates to create a modern and homey feeling in the cottage! Great location, great communication with the owner, comfortable beds and modern amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful vacation home!

Our stay at Craftsman Cottage was wonderful. Very clean, easy check in process, excellent location and great communication with Lysa. Loved being able to walk to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2022
Thanks, Don. Hope to have you back again soon! Lysa
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Gulfport home

This was our 4th stay and we are already looking forward to visiting next summer. It truly is a home away from home with all the amenities.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2021
Chrissy, you’re the bestest guest☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful stay

House was just as described. Clean and cozy. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2024
Thanks, Adriana😉
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super cute cottage great location

The pictures online were very nice but once you see the house in person it is absolutely beautiful. Close to shops, restaurants, marinas on a quiet street. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2024
Dear Ginna, thanks for your lovely review! We are glad you enjoyed your staycation ♥️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

We really enjoyed our stay! Close to the bay and restaurants. Loved having our own pool. Property was perfect. Super clean and had everything we needed for a great stay. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2022
Thanks, Nicole. We hope to have y’all back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Home away from home

This house has it all! Comfy beds, beautiful decor, fully stocked kitchen, relaxing pool, and a short walk to the beach and shops. We loved it so much we’ve already booked our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Awww, thanks so much, Christina!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Have rented this property a few times. It is always perfect and Lisa is very awesome as well as great communication. Perfect quiet place close to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2021
Looking forward to your next visit☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will definitely book again

Great
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2021
Thanks, Martha☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

The house is well kept and we found it very comfortable. The owners checked in periodically and were very responsive to any questions. The location is wonderful. The area is very quiet with shops and restaurants just a couple blocks away. We would stay at this house again.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2023
Thanks for your nice review, Bill. We greatly appreciate those maintenance items you handled for us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

We had a wonderful week staying here, the house was very very clean the pool was great The house is in walking distance to downtown Gulfport We would defiantly stay here again, It was very easy to communicate with owner and she responded to all our questions immediately
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful place inside and out

We have been there twice now love the place. It has everything you need ,close to really nice restaurants, been to all of them great food. So close to the beaches. Love the furnishings in the house so cozy. we are definitely going back next year
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2021
I’m glad we’ve turned you into a Gulfport covert. Or as we like to say, “You’ve been Gulfported!”☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Cottage

This cottage made for a very relaxing vacation! The neighborhood was great! Everything was within walking distance. The cottage was extremely clean and had everything you could need. Only wished we could have stayed longer! We will definitely stay here again and would highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 November 2022
Thanks, Serena. We were delighted to host your family ♥️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

The cottage was everything we hope for, very clean beautifully decorated very cozy, in walking distance of downtown Gulfport Restaurants and the Beach and Pier!! Love the pool and the outdoor enclosure!! Really felt like home!! Would definitely book again!! Lysa was very accessible if you had any questions!! Great Trip!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2023
Thanks so much, John, for your kind review. We hope to have you back😉
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can't Wait to Go Back

This was one of the most wonderful vacations my daughter and I have taken together. The house (home - because that's what it felt like) was beautiful and the owner was extremely easy to stay in touch with. The privacy of the pool made the trip complete. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2022
Thanks, Jane & Jenny. We very much appreciate your review & hope to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

This house was perfect! It felt like home and the neighborhood was so cute and had everything we needed. The beach was close by. The host was great and easy to communicate with. My family enjoyed their stay very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2022
Thanks, Brandi! Hope we get you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Most inviting home for a family vacation!

Lysa & Don are amazing hosts. This is our second time renting from them and couldn’t be happier with our stay. Everything we needed was provided and then some! Lysa & Don are super responsive if any needs arise. Thank you again for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thanks so much Flo & Jim for your lovely review. You are special guests. Your willingness to drain down the pool water level after so much rain went above & beyond what we could have asked😉
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