Bring up to two pets free to this quiet Beach View cottage with large back yard that features a Hot Tub and screened cabana. There is a large deck where you can enjoy the glistening waters of the Mississippi gulf coast. Sandcastle cottage is located just 2 blocks from the beach.
This beach view cottage was built in the 1930’s and has been completely renovated since hurricane Katrina. It sleeps 4-6 with a queen bed, 2 twins, rollaway and couch. Wireless internet is included.
Decorated with beach style décor the living room features oak floors, wicker furniture, gas fireplace and entertainment center with flat screen TV.
The fully stocked kitchen is a cooking enthusiast dream with tile floors, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a Jenn-Air stove with convection oven.
Both bedrooms have hardwood floors, luxury linens and TV’s .The Master bedroom has a queen size bed, walk-in closet and a Master bath with Jacuzzi tub and separate tiled shower.
The second bedroom features two twin beds and nightstand that were purchased from a cottage in Michigan that was the vacation home of the Western actor Allen Lane. He was the star of the Red Ryder movies in 1946 -1947 and was the voice of Mister Ed the Talking Horse from the 1960’s TV program.
The house is easily accessible with only 3 steps and the main bath has grab bars for stability and comfort height commodes.
If you like to walk, the beach is two blocks away with a fishing pier and sandy beaches. The West Side Park is ½ block, with walking paths, playground equipment and a splash pad for children. The Island View Casino is just 3 blocks away. The community center across the street has an exercise room that is open to the public daily at no charge.
The coast has many Championship Golf courses, 11 Casino’s, Charter boats, Schooner sailings, Take a Ship Island Excursion boat to spend the day on the white sandy beaches and enjoy the crystal clear waters of the barrier Island. If you enjoy dining out, downtown Gulfport has great dining and Oyster Bars.
Children will enjoy the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, Gulf Islands Water Park, The Shrimping boat excursions, where most days the Dolphins swim along the side of the boat, and the park with the splash pad to cool off on hot summer days.
Take a day trip and enjoy the sights of New Orleans just 80 miles away or just relax and enjoy the deck with a good book or BBQ on the gas grill, whatever you decide to do you’ll love the Gulfport area.
If your family is large or you’re vacationing with friends the Whispering Sands cottage is just one house away and sleeps 8.
Keywords: Cottage, Vacation home, Walk to beach and Park, Pet friendly, Weekly furnished rental, Monthly rental, Snowbirds welcomed, Near Seabee base, Golf courses, Casinos, Cruising the Coast
