Updated on Jul 20, 2026
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Type
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Private vacation home
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Bedrooms
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4
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Bathrooms
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3
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House Rules
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total);2 small dogs or one large dog with pre-approval
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Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Smoking is not permitted
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No events allowed
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Max Occupancy
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12
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Host Language
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English
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Property Id
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2659715
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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.
Located in Gulfport, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gulfport Beach and Biloxi Beach. Gulf Islands Waterpark and Mississippi Aquarium are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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