Winter Vacation-Steve, Marilyn and Duncan

Guest: Steve (Bella Vista, AR)
Date of Stay: 01/15/12 Review Submitted: 02/06/12

The Tree House was much more than I had ever anticipated. It was and is amazing. To say that we had a relaxing visit is an understatement. Donna and Keith are the most kind, generous and thoughful home owners one could ever imagine for a vacation rental. Tree House is spacious, impecably decorated, adorned with great art from W. Anderson and virtually every accoutrement needed in the kitchen to make the stay most enjoyable. We loved the daily walks in the neighborhood with Duncan, our Airedale, making and meeting new friends. The entire coast region is 'spot on' in terms of delicious Southern Hospitality. Tree House is perfectly located for proximity to casinos, golf, beach and dining. For a killer golf course, try Grand Bear, a Jack Nicklaus designed course. Actually, it is a rather large collection of sandtraps with a green plopped in the middle of them from time to time. Gulf Hills became a favorite course at Ocean Springs. Thanks to Donna, we went to Ocean Springs three times, trying new restaurants, shopping and golf. Salute' restaurant is close by, pet friendly and not bad, although a bit overhyped. Keith recommended Shaggy's, also pet friendly, which we enjoyed twice. Thanks, Keith. White Cap is a really good seafood restaurant just 2.5 miles from Tree House. Good food, good service and good view. For OUTSTANDING BBQ, you must try Coops Rib Crib. The brisket and pulled pork will make you return again and again. Donna and keith sent us to Brooklyn Pizza which had garlic knots, something I had only had in the Bronx, New York!! A must try. We have many great memories and art gifts to keep us ever mindfull of our trip to the coast and Tree House. The privacy of the place is so inviting. It was a wonderful winter respite, one we will never forget and I'm sure we will be back. Thank you Donna and Keith for making it so special for us!! Steve, Marilyn and Sir Duncan!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Tree House reuion

Guest: Neva (Green River, WY)
Date of Stay: 11/18/11 Review Submitted: 11/30/11

This home is wonderful, the pictures does not do it justice. It was so relaxing and the view of the beach is so nice. We met with family and friends while we were down and they all loved the place. The home was decorated for Christmas both inside and out when we arrived which made it even more special. I would recommend this home especially for families with children. My grandson can't wait to go back and stay in the tree house again.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

A W E S O M E !!

Guest: Sandy (Huntsville, AL)
Date of Stay: 08/25/11 Review Submitted: 08/31/11

Pix do not do this house justice. House is much bigger than it appears. Owner's extremely helpful and courteous. Nicely appointed, yet very comfortable and "home like". Close to everything, but far enough away at the same time. We have already tried to rebook and it's booked, don't want to look for another house, but we must. Close to great restaurants in Gulfport and all the events in Biloxi, and Keesler AFB.

Recommended for:Pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Nice layout/very comfortable Tam E ( Louisiana)

Guest: Tam E (Houma LA)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11 Review Submitted: 08/08/11

This beautifully kept home was more than we could have asked for. Our entire family including 2 doggies thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The front and back yards are fenced making it an easy task to let the dogs out, without worry. The home is 1 block from the main beach street. We drove our truck to the beach each morning to carry all of the items we wanted with us on the beach, making it easy for everyone to walk back and forth during the day. The two upstairs bedrooms are very nice and both open to a beautiful balcony/pation area with very nice views of the gulf. We sat out there each morning and enjoyed the beautiful shaded areas. The queen bedroom is the largest of the two upstairs with a nice bathroom they share. Downstairs there is a fantastic walk in shower next to a double bedroom, also very spacious. This area was so handy as my daughter broke her foot one week before this trip and was very limited in getting around on her crutches. She was thrilled to have the amenities easily accessible. The daybed room was perfect for friends that came in for one night only. With 2 daybeds and 2 trundles they had plenty of room/privacy. The home is located very close to the railroad therefore if you are a light sleeper , bring provisions for that.My husband and I stayed in the upstairs king room and we were not bothered by the trains.The home is very cozy and easy to keep clean. I would bring with me next time, though, a cordless vacuum to make it easier to keep up with the daily dust/sand that comes into the home with the daily traffic. We loved everything about our stay and would return without hesitation. Donna was very nice and informative about her home.

Owner response:I took your advice and bought a cordless vacuum.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Quiet and Relaxing

Guest: tandy (Fort Worth )
Date of Stay: 07/25/11 Review Submitted: 08/02/11

The home was in an excellent location. The home was very clean. Also the owner was very cooperative with requests that was needed. The neighborhood was very quiet. Everything was perfect except for the beach. We were there to relax on the beach too, since it was not so crowded. I don't know if something was going on around the area because there were dead fish, stingrays, birds all over the beach area.

Owner response:I wonder if the emptying of the overflow from the Mississippi river into the Mississippi Sound had something to do with this unusual occurance?

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, age 55+.

We regret we had to cancel!

Guest: Big Blue Fans (Louisville, KY)
Date of Stay: 05/25/11 Review Submitted: 05/25/11

Sadly we had to cancel our reservation due to other family plans, but I felt compelled to post that the owner was very professional and promptly refunded the portion of our deposit as was promised if that particular situation arose. We hope to visit this lovely home sometime in the future. Thank you so much for your understanding and courtesy.

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GREAT GULF COAST ACCOMODATIONS

Guest: Kay (New Orleans)
Date of Stay: 04/22/11 Review Submitted: 04/25/11

I just returned from a long weekend with family at the tree house and am a bit reluctant to advise just how wonderful the accomodations are as dates appear difficult to secure unless done in advance. The home is beautifully appointed and lovingly maintained. Attention to detail in each and every area had everyone convinced they had the best room - from the two bedrooms upstairs to the day beds in the sun room and the downstairs bedroom - each was special. Everything is in place for a completely relaxing holiday. The wonderful shaded deck offers great views of the beach and gulf and the nicely landscaped backyard is perfect for barbeques, seafood or just relaxing in the sun or in the shaded seating areas. I cannot imagine how this could be improved upon, just terrific in every way.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

a great place to stay and feel like home away from home

Guest: greg (ringgold,ga)
Date of Stay: 08/14/10 Review Submitted: 08/21/10

we were there last weekend and stayed 3 nights and didnt want to leave.weve stayed in condos in panama city,cabins in gatlinburg,tn,we loved this place and hated to leave and go back home. its so furnished and the king bed was very comftorable to sleep in.we loved the beach view and how close we were from the casinos for driving.the owners are very good people and made sure our stay there was satisfactory and it was,wed go every weekend if we could afford to.you want be sorry for staying in this one,its a beautiful place and peaceful for relaxing,thanks guys your the best for making our trip there unforgettable,the photos doesnt do it justus and it was so clean and well maintained,see you soon,greg and debbie.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, pet owners, families with teenagers.

Beautiful Home perfect for a Family Vacation

Guest: Cindy (Fayetteville, GA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/10 Review Submitted: 08/02/10

This house is even more beautiful than the pictures. The layout was perfect to accommodate my immediate and extended family for our special trip together. The Tree House is conveniently located near the beach, great restaurants, shopping and a variety of attractions. The neighborhood is nice and quiet. The amentities at the house exceeded our expectations. The Rowland's were easy to work with and eager to ensure we had a pleasant visit in their home. We want to stay in the Tree House again! Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Beautiful, Clean, Pet Friendly Home

Guest: Laura L. (Avon, Indiana)
Date of Stay: 04/25/10 Review Submitted: 05/05/10

Our family (3 Adults and 2 Dogs) stayed at the Gulf Breeze Tree House last week and we are already trying to find time to return. This is a great location. The neighborhood is very peaceful. You can see the beach from the house. The beaches were not overly crowded. The casinos are just a short drive up the road. Lots of local restaurants to enjoy (Burger Burger, Blow Fly Inn, High Cotton and more). The house was spotless and well maintained. Donna was very friendly, responsive and quick to return our deposit. I highly recommend this property.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+.