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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Sea Turtle Cottage 1

One and a Half block to white sandy uncrowded beach. Screened in back deck, with comfy furniture and outside fire pit, and BBQ grill, as well as privacy fence.
Our Cottage has been lovingly renovated with all modern conveniences and is walking distance to the beach.
It has all new furnishings and high end appliances. Fully equipped kitchen.
Adorable 2 bedroom 1 bath. King bed, twin beds and sleeper sofa.
Dining room and a nice cozy sun room with a fur baby bed.
Three smart TV’s , free high speed internet,
Washer & dryer in laundry room, ironing board, & steamer
BBQ grill
beach chairs, umbrella and beach towels
Quiet, safe residential neighborhood.
Central Air and heat
Pets welcome

Property manager

Carolyn DiCerchio

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Only on the front porch or back screened in deck.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Sea Turtle Cottage
The Sea Turtle 1 Gulfport
The Sea Turtle Cottage 1 Cottage
The Sea Turtle Cottage 1 Gulfport
The Sea Turtle Cottage 1 Cottage Gulfport

About the area

Map
Gulfport, MS

What's nearby

  • Gulfport Beach - 5 min walk
  • Memorial Hospital at Gulfport - 16 min walk
  • Island View Casino - 3 min drive
  • Port of Gulfport - 3 min drive
  • Mississippi Aquarium - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Gulfport Amtrak Station - 4 min drive
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Island View Casino Buffet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Prime Cut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Trax - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Harbor View Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sea Turtle Cottage 1 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Sea Turtle Cottage 1?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sea Turtle Cottage 1?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sea Turtle Cottage 1 located?

This family-friendly Gulfport cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Gulfport Beach, University of Southern Mississippi-Gulf Coast and Memorial Hospital at Gulfport. Friendship Oak and Island View Casino are also within 2 miles (3 km).

The Sea Turtle Cottage 1 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Grant D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect!
My wife and I came for a weekend to celebrate her birthday and we couldn't have been happier. The Host truly went above and beyond our expectations. The attention to detail is second to none. She really thought of everything to make our stay comfortable and relaxing. The neighborhood is quite and safe a, and conveniently located. She even left a birthday card, a bottle of wine, and a cake for my wife. If you have pets, she has thought of everything for your fur babies too. I can't say enough about this place. Will definitely return soon. conviexpectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haylee H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
The cottage was beautiful, clean, and cozy! We felt like we were at home! Any questions I had for Carolyn she responded fast! It was our anniversary and we had an amazing time in Gulfport!! When we arrived we had a bottle of wine, a little cake, and a card from Carolyn telling us happy anniversary and that was honestly so sweet and something that she definitely didn’t have to do but did because she goes the extra step, underneath the sink she had anything you could think of that you might have forgot at home. The couch was so comfy also, that was a big plus after walking around all day and exploring everything to come back to the cottage and snuggle on the couch and watch a movie! The internet is fast! The bed was very comfy also! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away end of Summer and to celebrate our 37th Wedding Anniversary
The Sea Turtle Cottage was Lovely. It was home away from home. Everything was there that you would need and anything you may have forgotten to pack. The place we very well taken care of. You could tell there was so much love in all the details. The neighborhood was very quiet and neighbors that you did see in passing were very friendly. We took our Fur baby and our Daughter was able to join us for half of our trip and she also brought her fur baby. We had plenty of room and rested nicely. The back yard was great for them to run around. The screened in porch was nice and peaceful to sit out and enjoy the day or evening. Host Carolyn was awesome in helping with any questions we may have and always available. Carolyn even surprised us with a nice Anniversary card, wine, cake and ice cream was waiting for us. It was so thoughtful that she put this extra touch in for her guest, making it even more special. It was much appreciated. I wish we could take this little Paradise Cottage with us every time we travel to a new place. There would be nothing that you would be disappointed in your stay here. Thank again Carolyn. If we are ever in the Gulfport area again we will be sure to book again with you. P.S Sadie and Abby says thank you for her yummy treats. :) Sincerely, Sandy, Steve, Amanda, Sadie and Abby 2024
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B., Denham Springs, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Getaway
As always, we had a wonderful stay at the Sea Turtle Cottage. This was our third stay at this property. Ms. Carolyn is a wonderful host and the property is always extremely clean and well kept. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family and pet friendly!
Everything you might need is here! The property is comfortable, private, and the owner is amazing! She is very considerate and helpful. I’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Payton H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
This was perfect for my husband and I. We had 2 of our dogs with us and it worked out perfectly. While staying there the 2 of us also realized how nice it would work for a small family or 2 couples. Very clean, quiet and close to all the fun activities in the area. We had such a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING!!! HIDDEN GEM!!!
We had the best time and LOVE the host, Carolyn! She made our stay EXTRA special for our 10 year anniversary, We will be booking again and cannot wait to stay at the cottage very soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sadie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
It was a nice place to stay, will book again when we go back! Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family fun!
We had a blast on our vacation. The house is super cute with everything you need. We enjoyed the cleanliness of the place, and communication with Carolyn was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Everything was exactly as pictured. Great location! We had a great time and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Clean House!
We have stayed in this house before. The experience was just as great as last time! Very clean and comfortable for families and their pets too!! Fantastic Host!! Thanks Carolyn!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. The VRBO host was incredibly gracious and accommodating. I needed a last minute late checkout and she kindly allowed. The property itself was just gorgeous.

10/10 Excellent

Rhett V., Plaquemine, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Clean Property
This cottage is perfect! The host was very nice. The cottage is clean, fenced in yard for your pets and the neighbors were friendly as well. Quiet neighborhood. Walking distance to the beach and many restaurants are within distance with a quick drive. It’s decorated so cute; felt at home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A true home away from home
Lovely and cozy! The pictures don’t do justice. Conveniently located steps from the beach in a quiet neighborhood. Property manager is hands on and very friendly. House is very clean, beautifully decorated with everything you need for your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B., Denham Springs, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
We love staying at the Sea Turtle Cottage. This is the second time we have stayed and we will definitely be back. The cottage is always clean and cozy, it really makes you feel at home. I am thankful that we are able to bring our dogs. They love the house and the beach, too! Ms. Carolyn is an amazing host. She is always quick to respond to any questions we have. Definitely one of my favorite places to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
We stayed a few days for our honeymoon, upon arrival we were greeted with a card and a bottle of sparkling wine. The cottage was clean and comfortable. The host was great at communicating. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage retreat
Great place, nice and clean. Host very accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute home
Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and so close to the beach!
This house has so much personality and everything you will need for your stay. The neighborhood is quiet and only a 5-10 minute walk to the beach. Very clean and perfect for a getaway with your pups. 😎
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini vacation
So much thought to detail, it was clean comfortable and easy access to the area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sea Turtle Success!
We loved this quanit little beach house. It was so sweet and cozy. My two kids thought loved exploring the house and noticing all of the little details. It was so nice to back to a warm cottage after a long day of soccer games. We would definitely stay again and I would recommend the cottage to anyone who needed a stay in this area! Thanks so much for making our mini family vacation so sweet!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Creative C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great and Fun Experience!
We had a mother-daughter trip getaway. This location was very clean and the beds very comfortable with the memory foam mattress. My dogs loved the fenced in backyard. Host was very polite and had excellent communication leading up, during, and after the stay. My mom also agrees because she wants to come back to this house for 2 weeks next time we are in Gulfport!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely time at The Turtle Cottage!
My husband and I came with our two girls for a getaway. It was our anniversary weekend and we wanted to keep things simple, relaxing and just have fun with the kids. The cottage was perfect! We had our room with the comfy KING bed & the girls had the room right next to us with two twin beds. We all felt right at home. Carolyn was an excellent host, from the time we made the booking, up until we left. The cottage was stocked with all that we needed. She even blessed us for our anniversary by welcoming us with a card, champagne & a cake! We enjoyed the backyard being fenced & private. It was a great place for grilling, outdoor play, sunshine and fresh air, with a fire pit where we relaxed and made s’mores. The screened porch was also a cozy space with outdoor string lights. We used the Bluetooth speaker and played music throughout our stay. There was also a fireplace inside the cottage that gave the ambiance we were looking for in the evenings. There was not a thing that was not thought of by the host, and we will definitely be back. I cannot say enough good things about our stay!! Thank you Carolyn for making this time so special!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Turtle Cottage
This cute little cottage was so wonderful! Carolyn truly thought of everything, from coffee and tea, right down to beach chairs and towels! The house was so clean and the back porch with the lights was so peaceful to sit out on at night! Our stay was fantastic and we will definitely be booking again next year!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Serene Stay
I could not have felt more welcomed when Ms. Carolyn messaged us ahead of time to offer an early check in and to see if there was anything we needed. We kept in touch along the way even texting, and she wasn’t sketchy about giving her phone number if we needed anything. She provided not only essentials for our stay but beach gear, doggie treats, cute rock speakers for entertainment, outdoor yard games, and such comfy beds!! We appreciate the coffee and even over used her extra paper towels and toilet tissue so we ran out to replace them. She was just that accommodating, that clean, and her place was so warm and welcoming that we really wanted to be sure we didn’t over stay our welcome !! We run a cleaning business in the state we live in, and we always check …. Her place was SO clean even the hood of her stove was perfect … people miss things often in this industry. We have cleaned dozens of VRBO and BnB properties. They are definitely not all as comfy or as accommodating. Five plus stars in all categories for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024