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Rustic Retreat with Private Natural Beach

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Sunset View Overlooking Gulf of Mexico
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Ocean Springs, MS
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocean Springs Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Beau Rivage Casino
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Rustic Retreat with Private Natural Beach

Great rustic retreat with private natural beach on the Gulf of Mexico in a single-family residential neighborhood. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, open living area. This home sleeps 7 guests comfortably. Fully equipped kitchen with granite counter tops. Living area and balcony have spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico and Horn Island. A perfect getaway for those seeking a quiet place to kick back and relax.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number No

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ocean Springs

Located in Ocean Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Mississippi Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Hurricane Katrina Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Shell Landing Golf Club and Shell Landing Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ocean Springs Greyhound Stadium or Biloxi Municipal Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ocean Springs, MS

What's nearby

  • East Beach - 23 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Walter Anderson Museum of Art - 24 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Ocean Springs Beach - 25 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Hard Rock Casino Biloxi - 31 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Beau Rivage Casino - 32 min drive - 30.5 km

Getting around

  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Spanish Trail Lanes - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Bayou Dockside Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Retreat with Private Natural Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Retreat with Private Natural Beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Retreat with Private Natural Beach ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Retreat with Private Natural Beach located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge, G.I. Museum and Fontainebleau Nature Trail. Shell Landing Golf Club and Shell Landing Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

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

Beautiful home

I absolutely loved staying here hope to go back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet and refreshing place to wind down. As depicted, would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chylene K.

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

Long Weekend

Lovely, well kept abode! Attention to detail in everything about the cabin. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

Wonderful Getaway!

Excellent vacation home for my family. We enjoyed every aspect of the house, from location, to ease of access, to the privacy it offered. We plan to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wanda W.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Wonderful view. Very peaceful. Great fishing. Entertainment located close by. Convenient shopping.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wesley B.

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

Loved it!!!

We stay at a different Vrbo every year, this one is my favorite!!! Awesome views of both sunset and sunrise. We saw dolphins and caught plenty of fish and birdwatching. It’s just what we needed after a long and stressful year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

william k.

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

quiet

We will be going back this fall
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Cory F.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in

Excellent Location for Views

The view from the deck is amazing. The house was comfortable, welcoming and clean. The beds, pillows and bedding gave us a great night's restful sleep. There is little beach to speak of except for about 15 to 20 feet on an adjacent property. If you are looking to swim this is not the house for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Amy K.

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

great warm place to go!

This house has an amazing history and is clean and is literally right on the ocean. It has a great beach to sit in the sand, if you want to swim, this is probably not the place for you -but everything else was great. Turns out, the gulf in this part of the country is pretty muddy, so not great swimming, but awesome ocean watching and getting warm!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

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

What a View!!

Amazing views! The view from the deck, living room, dining are and kitchen are astounding. We saw dolphins and a variety of birds. You can walk the road and have the ocean on one side and bayou on the others. There are very few cars so its great walk. There really isn't beach walking here but itl is great. Ocean Springs has a great dog friendly beach and it is about 20 minutes away. It is easy to do a day trip to New Orleans and Mobile. There is lots to see and do in the area. The bedrooms are a bit small and the oven and stove take a bit of getting use to. Those things were minor with that view and location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view from this home is absolutely stunning. The host was very responsive and easy to work with. The home was extremely clean. Would highly recommend for a family of 7.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time here during our weekend! The home was equipped with everything we needed. Beds were Comfy and you can’t beat that view. We saw dolphins and the fishing was great! This was the perfect relaxing home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

2025 girl trip

Enjoyed the house. Stove top and oven were a little challenging at first. Great location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

William G.

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

Stay at Rustic Retreat

Cozy clean quiet place. Grill did not work, but kitchen was amply supplied. Very small beach area, but we enjoyed our stay and would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley P.

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

Ocean Vaca

The Rustic Retreat was like a mountain lodge with the waves of the gulf all around! The view of the gulf and the endless sky with the ocean wind was spectacular-with plenty of shaded area under the house. The home is decorated in a vintage eclectic style that was very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked, I would suggest getting very acquainted with the stovetop before attempting to cook! The host was readily available to answer all questions. We love the Gulf Coast and will be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany S.

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

Wonderful Family Trip

We loved the property. It was rusticly charming in all the best ways. Our family of five had so much fun playing, fishing, and relaxing together.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy T.

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

View View View

We had an amazing time there. If you are looking for somewhere to just kick back and relax this is the place for you. We seen dolphins just about every day we were there right out in front of the house the little private beach area was great for the kids to play around on and find hermit crabs and shells.The house is just as pictured and is very cozy and the views are amazing we will most definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

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

Cozy beach retreat

This is a lovely property nestled right on the water in a friendly neighborhood. A truly amazing story of resilience behind the property as well, having survived two catastrophic hurricanes. Can’t wait to stay at this beautiful and unique property again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Doug C.

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

Do nothing

Rustic property that was perfect for a few days to wind down after our daughter’s wedding in New Orleans. Property situated right on the water. 180 degree views. Unfortunately screens not working on sliding glass doors to open for fresh air. And would recommend bringing own deck chairs as there is no porch furniture. No real TV options but that wasn’t on our agenda anyway. Despite these shortcomings was a very peaceful setting to relax and unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

william k.

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

beatiful and quiet

enjoyed fishing and atmosphere !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANNA W.

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

Relax

The only thing was stove And oven we think was shut off from being used didn’t come on but that was ok because we are out I cook all the time anyway so made it nice !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terra G.

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

Great vacation

This place is ideal for a laidback family. Quiet location, well-stocked, and fantastic views. The natural beach is perfect for kids to build sand castles and play. We saw TONS of wildlife. There's plenty of restaurants and shopping within distance. Perfect spot for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter K.

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

Perfect view

Everything about the house was great! Especially if you like your privacy. Only bad part was the water. I get its the gulf of Mexico but it was especially muddy and shallow. If you have kids and want them to play in the water I would suggest to get a different location. But if you dont care definitely the place to go. It was absolutely amazing with the most breathtaking views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

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

Great private beach area

The house was exactly as expected. Easy access to the beach area. Don't plan on swimming here due to lots of debris/old piers, etc. This didn't bother us though. We were able to collect lots of shells, hermit crabs, and various other types of crabs were in abundance. We saw dolphins daily and the pelicans fly overhead frequently. Absolutely beautiful location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Great place

We did have some leaks during our stay due to a bad storm. I noticed the property manager about it. Nothing of ours was damaged.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Gale Smith, Pelican Realty, Inc.

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Pelican Realty, Inc. offers quality vacation rentals. We have been providing these services for over 30 years in the Ocean Springs area. Our homes offer comfortable, well-appointed accommodations, most of which offer private beaches and terrific views.

Why they chose this property

Belle Fontaine Beach House is a rustic home with fabulous views of the gulf and a private beach. It is the perfect getaway for couples or families. Located in a single-family residential neighborhood on a peninsula. This is the last natural beach in the State of Mississippi. Perfect for those who appreciate great views, natural surroundings and peace and quiet.

What makes this property unique

Because of the octagonal shape, this home offers panoramic views of the gulf, bayou and marshes. The balcony and living area overlook the Gulf of Mexico.

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