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The Joe Ware Place-A Step Back in Time
If you are looking for a unique and peaceful getaway, step back in time in this 100 year old home. Recently restored, without taking away any of its rustic charm, my great-grandparents' home offers you a clean and relaxing stay in a home full of vintage appliances, furniture, and decor. The home sits on fifteen acres of land, just seventeen miles from Downtown Ocean Springs and just two miles from the Poticaw Landing Boat Launch on the Pascagoula River. Perfect for Cruisers! Now with free Wi-Fi.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Casa Verde | Heated Pool • Lagoon • Steps to Beach
Little Lagoon behind you. The Gulf across the street. Your heated saltwater pool in between. Welcome to Casa Verde. A Top 5% Airbnb Guest Favorite, Casa Verde is a peaceful waterfront escape for families, couples & snowbirds. Wake to lagoon views, walk to the beach, fish from the dock or relax by the pool. *SNOWBIRDS WELCOME Escape the snow and settle in. Stay a week, a month—or longer—with fast Wi-Fi, private dock & optional pool heat. Rent our pontoon & Jet Ski. The hardest part is leaving!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
Oceanfront Beach House with Hottub & Fire-pit
*New Private Hottub with Oceanview Installed* Experience 5 Star luxury and unwind on an exclusive and private beach. Enjoy a true ocean-front experience and listen to the sound of the waves crashing while relaxing by the fire pit on one of 4 outdoor patios. Take a bike ride down the beach under two hundred year old oak trees. Experience breath taking sunsets over the gulf. This spacious villa has duel kitchens and living rooms with their own entrances and three bathrooms for 12 guests to enjoy.
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviews
Steps from the Beach! Water view all 4 bedrooms!
Newer Construction with awesome Gulf Views (house is angled on the lot for the best views of the Gulf). Only steps to the beach! Approximately 1900 sq. ft. of living space. Beautiful wood plank tile throughout the house, lots of windows and furnished in a contemporary style. Home has upper and lower deck with shower. Home has great amenities like a 65" smart TV and DVD player in the living room. All bdrms have 40" smart TVs. Dish network and fast fiber internet provided. Indoor washer and dryer
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviews
The Bayou Log Cabin
Our spacious and unique log cabin on the coast is perfect for families, friends traveling together, a couples getaway, or a single person's landing pad. The home is a two story true log cabin with 2 king beds, a fully stocked kitchen, and all of the amenities of a great stay with the classic details of a log home. We have seating for the family around the table, excellent Wi-Fi, a great fire ring out front, and so much more. We're only a few blocks from the beach and right off the Davis bayou!
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviews
Bayou Cabin
This home sits on 2 acres with hundreds of feet of water frontage. The home is updated with all modern features to to give you comfort but styled in a way that you feel unplugged. The property sits on a canal that is connected to fowl river, Mobile Bay and the Mississippi Sound. There is kayaks and a canoe on the property for you to explore the water ways or do some fishing. Or just relax on the large screened in back pouch and covered picnic area with a gas grill. Only 15 minutes to the beach
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews
the Bird House/Center of Ocean Springs
The "Bird House," a charming 80's "Ishee Style" Bill Allen home, is located in the serenity of picturesque downtown Ocean Springs. The historic shopping & dining district of the downtown, and beautiful sugar sands of the beach are a 5 minute drive by car or a 1.5 mi walk. This house has room to sleep a family of 8, but plenty of interior & exterior space for entertaining. Visitors come for art, bicycling, bird-watching, cruising, festivals, fishing, gaming, shopping and the uncrowded beaches.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 318 reviews
Sandcastle on the Sea waterfront with 2 pools
Walk to your own private beach! Two pools and two party pavilions. Come and enjoy everything that Dauphin Island has to offer. Fun on white sand beaches, fishing, boating, fresh seafood, fun local restaurants and bars....biking, historic fort, estuarium and bird sanctuary walking trails....take the ferry to Fort Morgan if you are feeling adventurous....The Island is 6 miles long so bike or golf cart ride to everywhere you want to go....I call Dauphin Island "the Happiest Place in Alabama"
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews
Storybook Castle BnB
Sheldon Castle is a registered Baldwin County Historic home. It is a unique, artistic structure right in Fairhope but secluded on a side street. The Eastern Shore Art Center is down the drive and across the street. From there you are in wonderful downtown Fairhope. The studio suite is a completely private part of Sheldon Castle with the Sheldon descendants in the rest of the home. Mosher Castle with a moat and dragon is next door. Our guests are invited to walk the grounds of both castles.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 657 reviews
“Riverview Cottage” Charming-Peaceful-Secluded
Come and relax in this charming waterfront cottage hidden among trees and nature. Location provides the perfect balance of seclusion and comfort while offering quick access to the Escatawpa River. Bring your boat, kayak, or jet ski. The area is geared to nature hike, kayak, fish or just relax on the porch. Built new in 2019, cottage sleeps 2 with 1 king suite. Fully equipped kitchen, 1 bathroom, 2 TVs with Wifi access, washer & dryer, spacious front and back porches, and deck for relaxing.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews
The Hippie Rose
Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. This little gem is a nature lovers paradise nestled in the woods on acreage with privacy. Sit on the front porch and watch the Koi swim in a pond located directly off the deck. Gaze out over the Gorgeous gardens planted for the birds and butterflies. There’s a Fire pit to enjoy right off the front porch and a green egg smoker for cooking. This cottage is an open concept floor plan with Skylights throughout with tons of natural lighting
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews
Oceanfront, Hot tub, Firepit, Kayaks, Dog-Friendly
Welcome to The Ocean Springs House, where memorable moments meet coastal comfort. Rated the #1 most wishlisted Airbnb in the entire state of Mississippi! This 1,400 square foot waterfront vacation property featuring a private hot tub, fire pit, kayaks, fully enclosed outdoor shower with hot & cold water, private oceanfront driving range with biodegradable golf balls, luxury bedding & more provides the perfect getaway for you to unwind on the coast.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviewsPopular amenities for holiday rentals near Gulf Islands National Seashore
Condo rentals with Wi-Fi

Refreshing Beachside Condo
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
Plantation West 62
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
Bayou Paradise (Water View)
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
PX 1105 Next to Florabama, Beachfront Luxury Suite
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 364 reviews
The Orange Magnolia Unit B
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews
Sunny, beachfront balcony! Pool/hottub access
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
Dunes Retreat w/Hot Tub & .25 miles to Pelican Bay
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews
Beachfront/Pools/Tennis/Gym/Hot Tub!
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviewsFamily-friendly house rentals

Heated Saltwater Pool + Game Room
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Belle Hideaway
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews
Cottage Steps From The Beach. Make sandy memories
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 172 reviews
Stunning 3BR Daphne-Fairhope | Pool & Spa | Deck
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 219 reviews
Majestic Oaks Beach Retreat
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews
Beach Bay&RiverMansion Private boat Ramp On water
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews
The Woolmarket Inn at Stiglets' Landing
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews
Gulf View, Pool + Jacuzzi, Outdoor Bar + Games
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsApartment rentals with air conditioning

Luxury Coastal Suite in Biloxi
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
Biloxi Beach House
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews
THE apt in Downtown Fairhope #1
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews
Quiet & Secluded 1 bedroom Apt w/ hot tub
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews
French Quarter Chateau in Lovely Downtown Fairhope
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews
Holland House II on Dauphin Island
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews
Stunning Beach View! Heated Pools! Family Friendly
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews
Harbor Oaks Haven: Walk to Front Beach & Downtown!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviewsOther great holiday rentals near Gulf Islands National Seashore

The Bunkhouse at Top Hat Equestrian
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews
Your Own Private Beach Retreat OceanFront Home
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
Lemon Cottage
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 418 reviews
Fishing by the Bay. Waterfront Private Pier, Kayak
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 82 reviews
Coastal Oasis
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 74 reviews
Riverfront Cabin w/fire pit
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 77 reviews
Pelican Watch Beach House on Dauphin Island AL
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 57 reviews
Waterfront in Gautier, MS
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviewsDestinations to explore
- Gulf Shores Public Beach
- Biloxi Beach
- OWA Parks & Resort
- Gulf State Park
- The Hangout
- University of South Alabama
- Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center
- USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
- Ocean Springs Beach
- Ship Island
- Waterville USA/Escape House
- The Track
- Adventure Island
- Bellingrath Gardens and Home
- Phoenix 5 Vacation Rental Condominiums
- Mississippi Aquarium
- Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
- Dauphin Island Sea Lab
- Gulf Islands Waterpark
- Alabama Aquarium At The Dauphin Island Sea Lab
- Dauphin Island East End Public Beach
- The Lighthouse Condominiums
- Fort Morgan State Historic Site
- Shaggy's Biloxi Beach





