2500 sq ft 4 BR\/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly
About this house rental
Located in Long Beach, this lovely house for $268 per night is a great option for your next break. Totally renovated 1930 beach house with Coastal mermaid theming for a fun stay! Great for large families and groups. Pet friendly with huge fenced back yard, all vinyl plank flooring--no carpet! SNOWBIRD SPECIAL--Super low monthly rates Jan-Apr. Contact the Owner/Host for pricing. YOUR HOST: Debra Hilgeman, owner/premier host, lives nearby and takes great pride in ensuring the best possible experience for every guest. She has four other FIVE-STAR beach rentals in the area: Flamingo Beach Cottage (VRBO 2024156) with 2 bed/2bath, Palm View Beach House (VRBO 2237338) with 3 bed/2 bath, Magnificent Magnolia Beach House (VRBO 3179963) with 3 bed/2 bath, and Pelican Beach House (VRBO 3180005) with 3 bed/2 bath. * SUPER CLEAN: Enhanced professional cleaning for every guest. * GREAT LOCATION: Two blocks to beach in nice, quiet and safe neighborhood. Close to Island View Casino, Beach Casino, downtown, Navy Base, Aquarium, parks, and Port of Gulfport with ferry boats to Ship Island. * THINGS TO DO: Walk to the beach (and bring the dogs with you) and follow the boardwalk for miles, eat at the great restaurants downtown, play at the casinos, visit the new aquarium, golf at nearby courses, and enjoy all that the beautiful Mississippi Coast has to offer. West Side Park and waterfront Jones Park are nearby. Fishing piers and the Ship Island Ferry are also close by--take a memorable trip to an island with Civil War fort and beautiful island beaches and you'll probably see schools of dolphins following the ferry. Fishing charters are also close by. * BEDROOMS: Four bedrooms. Master bedroom has king size GhostBed luxury mattress/large private bath/sitting area/walkin closet. Two front bedrooms--one with queen bed and one with double. Huge back bedroom (the Bunk House) is decorated in cabin style with two sets of bunk beds--both have new foam gel double mattresses on bottom and twin on top. Ceiling fans in all bedrooms. * BATHS: Three full baths--ensuite to master bedroom has double sink vanity/large double shower; hall bath has shower, front bath has tub/shower. * KITCHEN: Fridge with icemaker and ice/water in door, gas stove, dishwasher, microwave, blender, combo drip/Keurig coffee maker,14-cup drip coffee maker, toaster, and tons of dishes, pots/pans and utensils. New cabinets and granite countertops. Dining table seats four, adjacent bar seats 3, and there are folding tables and chairs in the back room that can be used for extra dining seating, card games, etc. * TV & INTERNET: 55" smart TV in living room. Master bedroom and back bedroom have smart TVs for streaming and local programming. High speed unlimited WIFI. * UTILITY ROOM: Washer/dryer and laundry supplies. Iron/ironing board. * YARD: Large back yard is totally fenced with a 6 ft. wood privacy fence so very pet friendly. Cement patio in back with picnic table, umbrella table/chairs for socializing. Front has large deck with umbrella table/chairs and two large benches. * PARKING: Driveway can accommodate three vehicles. Lots of free, no restriction street parking also available. * GAMES AND BEACH GEAR: Beach chairs, beach towels, board games and kid games inside. * DAY TRIPS: Exciting day trips to the New Orleans French Quarter, Bourbon Street, and plantation museums are less than a two-hour drive from the Mermaid Beach House. Or, head east to Mobile and the battleship and submarine for a fun day trip. * PETS: Pets are welcome but must be pre-approved by Owner. No puppies or aggressive breeds. $20 fee per pet per night. Two small dogs (under 30 pounds) or one large dog (up to 80 pounds). Sorry, but no cats due to allergies. Exceptions on a case-by-case basis as authorized by Host. If guests bring any unauthorized pet(s), the deposit will be forfeit. The cleaning company doesn't charge extra upfront for pet(s) but any evidence left behind (hair, messes, etc.) will result in extra cleaning fees depending on how much the cleaning company needs to do. SMOKING: Outside only. Deposit will be forfeit if smoke smell detected inside house. HOST SUPPLIES: All linens, towels, blankets, etc.. Shampoo/conditioner, bath soap, hair dryers, hand soap, kitchen soap, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies. RENT TERMS: Nightly fee is based on eight people (two per bedroom). For every additional person the cost is $20 per person per night. Maximum occupancy is 12 people. No charge for infants; all children count as guests. Deposit will be forfeited if there are unauthorized guests. Primary guest must be 25 or older. No parties or events. 100% refund for cancellations within 30 days of arrival. SECURITY: There is an outside security camera for your safety and mine. * TRAIN: A railroad track runs parallel to the beach along the Coast, so you may hear the train tracks a half block away. Locals are used to this and if you're close to the beach, you're close to the train tracks. GUEST BOOK: The guest book at Mermaid Beach House has phone numbers and info on local attractions, shopping, day trips, emergency numbers, restaurant recommendations, and much more.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Long Beach, MS
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(33 Reviews)
5.0
My 3 sons and 2 friends joined us for our stay in Gulfport from October 27-30. We fished the Chandeleur Is on October 28 & 29. The location of the house was extremely convenient to any thing we needed. Never had to drive more than 3 miles for anything other than to the airport to depart. The neighborhood is really quiet and the neighbors were very friendly. The house had everything we needed from plenty of beds to a great A/C system. The description of amenities was very accurate.
The Hostess, Debra could not have been anymore helpful from an early check-in to a later checkout. Debra was extremely responsive to any question we had. It was enjoyable to talk to her.
I really hope we can get the house for our next trip to Gulfport, a really cool little city on the Gulf.
5.0
House was great. Perfect for our needs.
5.0
Loved it here
4.0
We had a great time in Gulfport
4.0
This is a nice, roomy house for a bunch. Six of us felt like we had enough room. The kitchen's a little tight, depending on the cook and the size of the meal.
It did seem like more than two blocks to the beach.
As Debra says, the house is near the RR tracks. It didn't bother us, but know that the train trundles by a few times/day.
Debra is a fantastic host. Very welcoming and responsive. We would stay again should we return to Long Beach
5.0
Very large, plenty of room for large families or a group of people
5.0
The house was perfect. We had 7 people snd there was enough room that no one felt crowded.
5.0
We had a wonderful time staying at Mermaid House. The owner was extremely pleasant and easy to communicate with with an almost immediate response time. She even offered to bring us donuts one morning which I thought was really thoughtful. I have been burned once with a bad VRBO but her place was exactly as described! The beach towels and chairs were very nice to have because we did not have to pack them from home. Close enough to walk to the beach but we drove because we our family never travels light. 😆 We will most certainly book here again the next time we come to Gulfport. Thank you for giving us a great VRBO redemption!!
5.0
This house was great! It was big enough that our family had room to spread out, but still spend time together. Kitchen was well stocked for us to be able to cook a few meals. Location was good. Quiet neighborhood, just a short drive to the beach. The only complaint I got from the family was the mattresses in the back bedroom were a bit thin. Would be good for young people under 30! Other than that, was a great place and would stay here again.
5.0
Very nice & plenty of room. Will definitely stay here again
5.0
We had a great time. House was very welcoming and clean. Will stay again on one of her properties.
5.0
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!
4.0
Mermaid House was everything we expected. The fenced in back yard was a must for our two dogs. They had lots of room to run & play. The house is located close to the railroad tracks. It got noisy at times but generally, the neighborhood was very quiet. Overall, we had a very nice time touring the area and found Mermaid House to be adequate for our needs.
5.0
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.
5.0
Good place, close to the beach.
5.0
Excellent
5.0
Not only was Debra a great host to deal with, this place was awesome! You cannot ask for a better location. You are close to restaurants in Gulfport and Long Beach! The place was very comfortable and Debra did all she could to make sure our stay was wonderful. Thank you and we look forward to staying here again!
5.0
Mermaid Cottage was perfect for us. It is located central to most any place on the Gulf Coast with easy access.
5.0
Clean.
5.0
We had no problems with renting this property
5.0
No problems at all, everything went real smooth the manager informed me of any problems she had before my arrival to correct them. Property was very nice.
5.0
We usually cram into places on vacation, but not here. This little cottage was the perfect size. Lots of place to sleep and lounge around. Dogs loved it. Great location right next to the beach. Everyone was comfortable and happy. Debra is a great host.
5.0
Great place!
We usually cram into places on vacation, but not here. This little cottage was the perfect size. Lots of place to sleep and lounge around. Dogs loved it. Great location right next to the beach. Everyone was comfortable and happy. Debra is a great host.
5.0
The house was clean and very relaxing
Wonderful!!!
5.0
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!
4.0
Very spacious in a quiet neighborhood close to the beach
The house was clean and very spacious. More than enough room for our family. It was decorated very nicely and had nearly everything we needed. The neighborhood felt safe and quiet(aside from the occasional train which is expected). We have been coming to the Gulfport area every summer for the last 7 years and always enjoy our beach vacation here. The beach is just a couple minutes away, just barely too far to walk comfortably for us and our beach items. The sand is beautiful and we love that the water stays shallow a long way out so our young daughters can play easily and safely.
Our only complaint is that the air conditioner doesn’t seem to be able to keep up with the heat. The first day we thought it might have been off while it was empty and just needed time to cool down. It cooled enough to sleep comfortably and stayed cool and 72° in the morning but when the day heated up the house got back up to 84° despite having kept all the fans on and curtains drawn. When I contacted the host about it I was told the A/C was working fine and to keep the fans on and curtains closed, which we were already doing to no avail. She also offered to get a window unit out of the shed for us to install. Neither my husband nor I felt comfortable installing a window unit in someone else’s house and honestly didn’t feel we should be expected to do so on our vacation. From around noon until 6 or 7pm every day of our stay the house was consistently 84°. Not exactly ideal when you come back from the beach hoping to cool down.
Aside from the lack of cooling the house was nice and if that issue were to be taken care of we would book it again.
5.0
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.
5.0
Wonderful home!
This was the perfect vacation home for our large family! It was clean, spacious, and a great location.
5.0
The Perfect Family and Friends Beach House
Mermaid Beach House is incredible! Spacious, comfortable, and close to the beach and downtown. Our family of nine had five adults and four young boys and we had plenty of space. The master bedroom suite is fabulous and very private so my husband was able to work remotely. The kids loved the huge "bunk house" bedroom in the back of the house. They stayed back there and had a blast so the rest of the family could talk and socialize without the racket, lol! The bunk house opens into a huge fenced back yard so they were going in and out to play and we didn't have to worry about them. The kitchen had everything we needed although there are a lot of good restaurants close by. The front porch was GREAT, as well as the BIG back yard! The beach here is the best on the Coast--just two blocks away from Mermaid house you'll find miles of white sand beach and a boardwalk. The host, Debra, is really professional and friendly--she obviously put a lot of love into renovating this house. Oh, and it was the cleanest vacation rental we've ever stayed in. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend Mermaid Beach House to anyone wanting a great getaway. I can't say enough good things about our wonderful week at Mermaid Beach House!
5.0
Everything about this place was fantastic! It is conveniently located to the beach, casinos, restaurants, Walmart and much more. The "Bunkhouse" is perfect for children. The hostess and the property manager are hospitable! The neighbors are friendly, yet respectful of your privacy.
5.0
Peaceful Palace
Everything about this place was fantastic! It is conveniently located to the beach, casinos, restaurants, Walmart and much more. The "Bunkhouse" is perfect for children. The hostess and the property manager are hospitable! The neighbors are friendly, yet respectful of your privacy.
5.0
Awesome
The property was awesome! Just as described. The owner was nice and very helpful. Great space!
5.0
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.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Long Beach?
The average price for a rental in Long Beach is $180 per night. This rental is $88 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 2500 sq ft 4 BR\/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at 2500 sq ft 4 BR\/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly. Enjoy the water!
Is 2500 sq ft 4 BR\/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at 2500 sq ft 4 BR\/3BA house 2 blocks from sandy beaches, pet friendly?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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