Family & dog friendly just 2 mins to the beach & 1 block to village.

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5125 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Gulfport, FL

Eckerd College9 min drive
Tropicana Field10 min drive
Upham Beach13 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

***Just a Note*** While we allow dogs, please note that there is an additional Pet Fee that you will add when booking. We DO NOT allow any aggressive breeds or cats.
Our 1939 Bonaire Bahamian Bungalow has been totally updated in the Art Deco style of the 1930s. It is located on a corner at the juncture of two brick paved streets with a lovely front and backyard, and shaded tree canopies. One block to the village for dining & shopping, and two blocks to the beach. The original heart pine floors have been refinished throughout the entire house. Featuring two good-sized bedrooms with lots of light, one bath with tub/shower, large kitchen with breakfast bar, Olde Florida screened porch with jalousie windows, enclosed breezeway off kitchen, opening to private outdoor deck, and paved drive for your car. Complete updates of bath include: all new subway tile surround, new tub & fixtures, new HE toilet & vintage-style pedestal sink. Large glass block window over tub, lighted magnifying makeup mirror, retro sconce lighting, and marble tile floor. Kitchen update includes: Samsung stainless steel French door frig, flat-top electric range & micro, dishwasher, farmhouse apron-front sink with Groehe faucet, all new white beadboard cabinets, quartz countertops, and a breakfast bar with USB ports. Breezeway off kitchen has a dining table, plus chairs for lounging. Deck includes table for 6 with umbrella & BBQ grill, privacy fencing & large palms and an OUTDOOR SHOWER! Olde Florida screened porch has sofa, chairs, tables & lamps, plus a ceiling fan to bring in cool breezes. The perfect place for the kids or the adults to hang out or even sleep. There is a small deck off the front porch with a Bistro table and chairs. The entire house, including front porch and breezeway, are centrally air conditioned & heated. Bedrooms feature new beds, linens, ceiling fans, TVs & Venetian blinds. Kitchen and living room have white Plantation shutters for that Bahamian feel. Living room features a flat screen TV, 3 comfy chairs, plus a desk for your laptop. Laundry is located in the garage with new Samsung washer & dryer, and laundry tub. Garage floor has been finished with gleaming epoxy paint. We will supply you with a beach wagon & 4 beach chairs, plus a cooler & beach umbrella. If you have any concerns about the finished product, please check out our other Gulfport listing on VRBO, "Craftsman Cottage," # 659466. Our restorations are high-end & worry-free.

Property manager

Lysa Riggs

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Beach view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Yes, with prior approval. No aggressive breeds.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We ask our guests to treat our home the way they would treat theirs. We ask them to be honest if something is damaged, mainly so we can fix or repla

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulfport

Located in Gulfport, this holiday home is by the sea. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Salvador Dali Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Tampa Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tropicana Field or St. Pete's Historic Coliseum. Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Gulfport, FL

What's nearby

Eckerd College - 9 min drive
Tropicana Field - 10 min drive
Upham Beach - 13 min drive
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 14 min drive
Pass-a-Grille Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 19 min walk
Sam's Gyros and Seafood - 2 min drive
O'Maddy's Bar & Grille - 6 min walk
Dunkin' - 11 min walk
Habana Cafe - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family & dog friendly just 2 mins to the beach & 1 block to village. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Family & dog friendly just 2 mins to the beach & 1 block to village.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family & dog friendly just 2 mins to the beach & 1 block to village.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family & dog friendly just 2 mins to the beach & 1 block to village. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Gulfport Beach and Gulfport Casino. Pasadena Shopping Center and Palms of Pasadena Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G.

4 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulfport Bungalow

This is our 3rd time staying here and love it. Very comfortable house with all that we need. Have gotten o know the hosts and can’t say enough positive things about them. Within walking distance of everything Gulfport.

Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

8 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spotless Gulfport sanctuary

Pride of ownership truly shines in this carefully renovated 2BR 1BA retreat in the heart of old Gulfport a block from the main street. A compact home typical of the area, beautifully reimagined with top-notch decoration, furnishings and equipment. Everything works as it should Recent, high-quality mattresses and seatings throughout. Very walkable with bikes at the ready. Gulfport Beach 1/4m, Walgreens 3/4m, Save-a-Lot 4/5m. EVCS right across the street. Quiet, friendly neighborhood in the progressive and peaceful Gulfport community. Sit on the porch and folks strolling past will tell you how much they love your house!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary M.

29 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than the pictures, great location & great host

Cannot recommend the property, host or location more highly- it’s everything you could want in a home away from home and everything is quality! Such a rare treat! The property is a block to downtown Gulfport, two blocks to the beach and has a private fenced deck, front porch, sunroom, living room, two bedrooms and well appointed kitchen (with counter space for 2-3), and a small dining table in the mud room. The host is kind and responsive. Unfortunately there was a bit of an issue with the sofa, but I believe that will be resolved for the next guest. We look forward to staying again if we return to Gulfport!

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti L., San Diego

26 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Place To Stay!

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. The house is located just one block from all the shops and restaurants in Gulfport. We had fun eating at the different restaurants and going through the shops and art galleries. The house is decorated in a beach theme that ties in perfectly with the Gulfport vibe. The owner Lysa is so nice and very responsive to any questions we had during our stay. This is a perfect place to stay if you are visiting Gulfport or any of the other communities in the area. We highly recommend this property and we look forward to staying here again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., New Hampshire, USA

3 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Beautiful Place and the Best Hostess

This is actually a second review as VRBO keeps requesting it. See the previous as well. Just an addition that Lisa really went out of her way to solve any issues we ran into. I couldn't ask for a more conscientious hostess. I fell in love with the bungalow online, and it was everything I had hoped for when we did get there. I would try to book it again when I am in Gulfport another time.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lysa Riggs

We are a semi-retired couple who can't sit still! We have a summer place in NC and spend our winters here in gorgeous Gulfport, one of the few remaining Old Florida towns left. We have lived in FL for decades, but Don is from Indiana & Lysa is from Alaska. We love to travel. We gorge ourselves on the arts here in Tampa Bay as we are just 10 mins. from downtown St. Pete, 30 mins. from Tampa & 40 mins. from Sarasota.

Why they chose this property

Because we love vintage properties (we restored a 1886 Victorian in Tarpon Springs, FL), we just couldn't turn down the chance to restore this 1939 gem. Gulfport is charming & quaint with brick streets & lovely tree canopies, wild green parrots, white sandy beaches, great shopping and restaurants, plus you can walk to everything! Watch the pelicans dive for fish, Great Blue Herons capture geckos, fish off our piers, kayak in Clam Bayou, or just sit on the beach & watch sailboats bobbing on the bay.

What makes this property unique

This lovingly restored home has been in the same family for several generations as just a winter home. Built during the Art Deco period, it still has many original features such as original lighting fixtures, black & white mosaic tile in kitchen & bath, Old Florida Room (which means a large screened front porch with jalousie windows, so it can be used rain or shine), original brass door knobs, and a screened breezeway. So many fun places to hang out. Have coffee in the am on the front porch facing east. Have breakfast on the breezeway or the adjacent deck. If it rains, you're covered; if it's too hot, you're cooled. Life is good!