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Sunrise Bay Cottage
Relax with the family or escape for the weekend at this comfortable cottage on Mobile Bay. Just 15 Minutes away from downtown Mobile and 35 Minutes away from Dauphin Island, this home is your private getaway with direct access to Mobile Bay. Spectacular views and situated in the middle of the city providing easy access to the Gulf Coast. Enjoy the small private pavilion over the water, the cozy outdoor living area or grilling out on the upstairs balcony. Public boat launch on the street too!

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

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!

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.

Sweet Magnolia-mins from beach/Fairhope/Foley
This beautiful new cottage is in the heart of historic Magnolia Springs on its most charming Oak Street known for the picturesque canopy of oaks. Experience small town charm in this 2 bedroom/2 bath home conveniently located. * 17 mi - white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores * 16 mi - The Wharf, Orange Beach * 13 mi - Sportsplex * 9 mi - OWA Park and Resort * 7 mi - Tanger Outlet Mall, Foley * 14 mi - Grand Hotel Golf Resort and Spa * 16 mi - Fairhope * Walking distance to Jesses Restaurant

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.

“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.

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

Frog Symphony・Sunsets ・ Beachfront・Porch Swing Bed
→ Screened porch with bed swing looking over Mobile Bay → Private 1650sf raised cottage on Mobile Bay → 50 steps to the sandy beach on Mobile Bay → 4 miles to Downtown Fairhope → Amazing views of the sunset over the bay → Well stocked kitchen → 598 Mbps internet → Three bedrooms, including loft → Two bathrooms ★"The location is perfect for beach combing and sunset views."★ ★"By far, this Airbnb was our favorite. The house was GORGEOUS! Even better in person than in the photos!"★

Lemon Cottage
The BEST LOCATION in town! Newly constructed cozy cottage located in downtown Ocean Springs, 1 block off of main street. Perfect location for enjoying the delights of Ocean Springs -- shops, restaurants and bars, Walter Anderson Museum, the beach, golf, Biloxi gambling. Right across the street from the Ocean Springs Library. Walking distance to some of the best attractions in town. The Lemon Cottage has two porches to relax on and an outside pavilion for cook-outs.

Waterfront with kayaks* Blackwater River Shanty
Enjoy nature in this 2 bedroom stilt house on Paradise Island surrounded by the Blackwater River- just a 30 minute drive to Gulf Beaches! Kayak around the island, enjoying the turtles & birdwatching, or boat or drive to downtown Milton to dock and dine at Blackwater Bistro or Boomerang Pizza. There is a boat ramp, boat house, 4 kayaks and life jackets for guest use. Easily visit Navarre Beach, vibrant Downtown Pensacola, Pensacola Beach, or Ponce de Leon Springs.

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.
Popular amenities for holiday rentals near Gulf Islands National Seashore
Condo rentals with Wi-Fi

Coastal Condos on the Marsh 6A

THE BAY RITZ - Lovely 2 Bedroom Beachfront Condo

Bayou Paradise (Water View)

Come and "Stay Awhile" at Oak Shores

Beach Life Bungalow for Two

The Low Commotion {downtown Depot District}

The Orange Magnolia Unit B

Downtown (B) Historic Detonti Square District
Family-friendly house rentals

Stunning 3BR Daphne-Fairhope | Pool & Spa | Deck

French quarter/New Orleans/Gulf Coast/Slidell

Charming Bayfront Getaway - Private Pier

Tim's Paradise Home

Waterfront Sunsets

Relax on Blackwater River

Majestic Oaks Beach Retreat

Oceanfront Beach House with Hottub & Fire-pit
Apartment rentals with air conditioning

French Quarter Chateau in Lovely Downtown Fairhope

Luxury Coastal Suite in Biloxi

Pink Room in Historic Lower Garden District

Holland House II on Dauphin Island

City Center Retreat Walk to Dining & Nightlife

Breathtaking Beachfront/Pools/Tennis/Gym/Hot Tub!

The Downtown Komp Building Condo

Quiet secluded 1 bdrm Apt w/ hot tub & a Yurt
Other great holiday rentals near Gulf Islands National Seashore

Adorable Bayfront 3 bedroom 3 bath cottage

Cozy FarmHouse w Goats & GlassBlowing 5min to town

Long Branch A-Frame

Lake Aubri

Brushy Creek Cabin

The Creekside Cabin Retreat #1

Waterfront Cabin with Private Beach, Views

The Rhum Runner - Unforgettable & Character-Filled
Destinations to explore
- Gulf State Park
- Gulf Shores Public Beach
- OWA Parks & Resort
- Biloxi Beach
- The Hangout
- Mississippi Aquarium
- USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
- Waterville USA/Escape House
- The Wharf Amphitheater
- Adventure Island
- Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center
- The Lighthouse Condominiums
- University of South Alabama
- The Track
- Dauphin Island East End Public Beach
- Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
- Ship Island
- Phoenix 5 Vacation Rental Condominiums
- Bellingrath Gardens and Home
- Fort Conde
- Fort Morgan State Historic Site
- Dauphin Island Sea Lab
- Alabama Aquarium At The Dauphin Island Sea Lab
- Ship Island Excursions





