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Walk to town and beach

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom47 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ocean Springs, MS
  • Walter Anderson Museum of Art
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Ocean Springs Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • East Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Walk to town and beach

Immerse yourself in downtown Ocean Springs at the Porch on Government Street. Newly renovated along with a fully gated courtyard- this warm and inviting one bedroom cottage can comfortably host a family of four. This gorgeous cottage allows a perfect retreat romantic enough for a couple ready to enjoy the night life, walks by the beach, or downtown yet comfortable enough to accommodate the whole family looking to experience the many parades and other family-friendly entertainment within walking distance. The Porch is centrally located in the famed golf cart district for quick walking access to the beach, shopping, dining, festivals, and galleries. The Olive Suite consists of 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, full sized kitchen, two full sized sofa sleepers ,and a spacious walk-in shower. The suite also features a separate living room which includes one of the two full-sized futon sofa sleepers. Our kitchen includes such amenities as a toaster oven/air fryer, Keurig coffee maker, microwave, four burner stove top, oven, and spacious refrigerator with freezer. There is also an electric grill on site and large outdoor dining area that seats twelve. This cottage does have access ( by request ) to an on site washer / dryer . We have also provided beach chairs and a yoga mat for use during your stay. The Porch offers multiple fire pits , in our shared courtyard area, books , lawn games, plenty of books in our tiny libraries, and s'more kits ( by request) along with ample parking in our off street parking lot. Best of all, we are right on the main parade trail! Don't forget to tag us with your photo in front of our memory wall, and remember... Magic happens on the Porch.

We also offer add-on packages for firewood and Smores kits (including electric tabletop option with everything needed for Smores).

We have a helpful staff nearby that regularly checks on the property to ensure a pleasurable guest experience.

*There are a total of four one bedroom / one bathroom cottages on site and completely fenced in, which make it the perfect venue for larger corporate groups, large families or reunions. All cottages reserved together can accommodate up to 16 guests.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Ocean Springs Museum of History. Laundry facilities are available. The holiday home offers a kitchen and a fireplace.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and fireplace
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 7 minutes by car from Hard Rock Casino Biloxi and 8 minutes from Beau Rivage Casino
As a guest of Walk to town and beach, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 500 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Walk to town and beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Porch was a great location and property!

The cottage was beautifully decorated! Very clean and roomy!! We enjoyed our stay, and look forward to coming back! Thank again, Dana
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025