Location: Gulfport, Mississippi, USA (Biloxi, Ocean Springs, Long Beach, Pass Christian, 1 Hr N.O.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: Private Home
More information can be seen by clicking on the "Harrison Historic House" website link below.
A three minute walk straight out the front door puts you standing on a beautiful white sandy beach on the Gulf of Mexico. Beautiful historic Victorian home built in 1900 situated on Second Street in a very established and charming neighborhood graced by lovely plantings including camelias and numerous towering live oaks.
This neighborhood affords the opportunity for great walks with your family or your dog. This home has been completely updated and features the original high ceilings and heart pine floors. A wrap around porch with wicker furniture and a double "love" swing greet newcomers as they ascend the front porch.
The front door opens to a spacious living room with plenty of seating and television and fireplace for entertaining. To the left are French doors that open to a lovely front reading room abundant with windows and natural light allowing house guests to get lost in their favorite novel. This room with hard pine flooring and high ceiling is furnished with antiques and tiffany lamps and has the added comfort and convenience of having its own bathroom. The cozy couch opens up to a queen sized bed for your invited guests. The oversized formal dining room has a built-in cabinet with hard pine flooring and high ceiling. A wonderful setting to "wine and dine" your family and guests.
The main floor has two bedrooms each with a queen sized bed and private bathroom. The staircase leads to a separate bedroom upstairs with bathroom. The upstairs bedroom has numerous windows. The beckoning beach and beautiful Gulf of Mexico can be seen in the distance. The room is furnished with two queen size beds. A perfect room for a couple with kids or a place for all the kids. Two of the three bedrooms have their own TV with VHS and/or DVD.
The kitchen is a full sized kitchen including an island with stools and a dining table. The kitchen is the centerpiece of the house and its beauty will pleasantly surprise you. The kitchen's back door opens onto a very spacious wood deck as well as a brick patio both fully furnished with furniture as well as a gas grill. A very beautiful and spacious backyard with live oaks and copious amounts of shade await your coming. The property spans four city lots and therefore has plenty of room for parking vehicles for "Cruisin' the Coast" and for your boat and trailer or camper.
Downtown Gulfport is a short walk away. If you like to walk the ISLAND VIEW CASINO RESORT is also within walking distance. The gaming destinations along this 26 mile beach are second only to Vegas.
The 26 mile long beach is a gorgeous beach to explore with numerous wharfs, beach activities, shopping, beachcombing, and restaurants. Biloxi with its numerous casinos is just a few minutes away by car, bike or the local transportation.
The beach is home to the charming, small southern towns of Long Beach, Pass Christian and Bay St. Louis which are great for shopping for antiques. The area has over 20 golf courses including one of the "top ten" public golf courses in the country. The casinos and Biloxi coliseum offer grand entertainment and numerous live shows. The fabulous and historic town of New Orleans is only an hour away.
The Gulfport harbor offers daily excursions to Cat Island. The Gulf Islands National Seashore is only a dozen miles off the coast and affords great swimming and a quiet place to hang out on your boat.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed : QUEEN Size Sofa Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Ocean View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Patio furniture, Smoke free
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Pets must be approved by owner!
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Casinos, Beachcombing, Deep Sea Fishing, Wharf Sport Fishing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
August-May...... $199/night (3 night min) .. $ 995/week .. $2995/month
June and July .. $249/night (3 night min) .. $1395/week .. $4995/month
"Cruisin' the Coast", Christmas, & New Years .. $1495/week
Thanksgiving ...................................$ 995/week
$100.00 Cleaning Fee.
$300.00 Refundable security deposit at time of booking.
$100.00 Pet fee. Dogs allowed with prior approval from owner.
Initial down payments are refundable up to five weeks prior to your stay.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Historic Victorian Home with Beach View
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Gulfport
We like this area for the beaches and the offshore islands. You can't beat the proximity to the beaches, the golf courses, the casinos and the nearby military bases.
The Unique Benefits at this House
We like to walk the beach in the morning right at sunrise and again in the evening at sunset. We also enjoy walking to the nearby piers and fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. We enjoy walking out our front door and crossing the street into the parking lot of the local Italian restaurant "Salute" and feasting on great Italian fare and good Italian wine.
Owner's Map of Gulfport
I am a pilot, a Captain with a major airline and have traveled all over the world. In all of my travels I have found the beaches of southern Mississippi to be some of the best and the beaches of the offshore islands are simply beautiful. The southern hospitality in this town is wonderful. My daughter in the picture loves it here in Gulfport.
Property Photos
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- Historic Victorian Home - Gulfport Vacation Rental Home
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- One of many piers within walking distance from our home - Gulfport Vacation Rental Home
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- The centerpiece of the home - Gulfport Vacation Rental Home
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- French doors open to a spacious, fenced yard with bamboo and towering live oaks
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- Beautiful spacious backyard with large deck, brick patio and patio furniture
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- Bedroom with nautical theme and antique clawfoot bathtub in private bathroom
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- Bedroom with antique clawfoot bathtub in private bathroom
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- Master bedroom with private bathroom with shower and tub and laundry
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- Master bedroom private bathroom
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- Beautifully decorated and furnished dining room
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- Spacious and comfortable living room with plenty of seating
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- Front reading room with queen sofa bed and lots of windows and private half bath
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- Upstairs bedroom with two queens and view of ocean and private bathroom
Traveler Reviews (9)
Great house for any event.......and the best front porch in Mississippi!!
Guest: Brenda
(Houston, Texas)
Date of Stay: 10/02/11
Review Submitted: 12/07/11
My husband and I, along with three other couples, stayed at The Harrison Historic House for one week during Cruisin The Coast 2011. The house, just like the weather in October, was perfect! It can be difficult to find a house with four bedrooms and four bathrooms but this house has just that and more. This house offers the privacy of a hotel combined with the atmosphere of a personal home. The kitchen was large enough for all eight of us to gather for breakfast and plan our day. We appreciated the washer and dryer, especially when the guys only brought enough clean clothes for a few days. Men do not know how to pack for a week away from home! The large fenced in back yard was perfect for our classic cars, offering us the space and security needed. My favorite part of the house was the front porch. From my first cup of coffee in the morning to my evening glass of wine, it was perfect! To sum it up, I will pass on a comment by one the the men in our group. "You know it was a great week when four couples can spend an entire week together in a house without any harsh words or hurt feelings." None of us had traveled or spent more than a day together prior to this trip.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Family Thanksgiving
Guest: Sandra
(Brandon FL)
Date of Stay: 11/20/10
Review Submitted: 12/06/11
We stayed at historic Harison house over the Thanksgiving holiday. The home was beautifuly decorated, well maintained, spacious, and had a kitchen that made a wonderful gathering place for family. My husband and I drove from Florida and my sister and husband from Texas,and my son from New Orleans.. It was a perfect place to meet with another son and family living close by in the Bloxi area. We took long walks on the beach every day, and enjoyed sightseeing in the area. The house was equipted with WI- Fy , so we were all able to use our favorite electronics. We would love to visit again in the future.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great Beach Rental
Guest: Wendy
(Scottsdale, Arizona)
Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 08/08/11
Our family rented the house the end of July and loved it. The house was as described and well layed out 2 give everyone their space. We walked to the beach and loved the big sand bars. It was fun to walk out so far. We went crabbing w/the grandkids, played baseball on the sand bar, hit the outlet mall, took the boat out, went to the casino, had some good food at Blow Fly Inn which is about 10 min from the house. As you can see there was something for everyone. We grilled in the backyard and had a big meal(Fish that son in laws caught) and family game night in the dining room. It was a very nice house, close to the beach and we had a great time. It was a bit uncomfortable not having a contract as we have had with other rental properties but it all worked out. I would give the Harrison House a sounding endorsement for potential renters. It had everything we needed and although was nice and a beautiful restoration, it was not stuffy.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great Family Time
Guest: Chris
(Auburn, AL)
Date of Stay: 09/04/10
Review Submitted: 09/09/10
I stayed at the Harrison Historic House on Labor Day weekend with my wife and 2-year old, and we loved it. The house is on a quiet peaceful street, and it was such a welcome change from our usual condo vacations. We didn't have to ride elevators with all our luggage, or worry about noise from people in other units. The house has everything that you would need to cook, and there are some very good restaurants in close proximity. The home has been totally renovated -- it's in really good shape and it's well-maintained and clean. All in all, I would highly recommend this house to anyone coming to the Biloxi/Gulfport area. We loved it.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Lovely home
Guest: Janet
(Manchester TN)
Date of Stay: 07/09/10
Review Submitted: 07/20/10
My husband and I and other family members enjoyed a week in this lovely home. The kitchen is truly a dream and it was a pleasure to prepare meals for our group. It is just a short walk to the beautiful beach and we also enjoyed walking in the neighborhood. There are many activities nearby and we could have enjoyed staying longer than a week.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great Family Vacation
Guest: Deborah
(Houston, TX )
Date of Stay: 06/16/10
Review Submitted: 06/28/10
Harrison House was a beautifully restored 1800's home. Someone took a lot of time painting and decorating each room. The best parts of the house were the backyard deck/grill and the kitchen. We stayed for a week and cooked at least 2 meals every day. The kitchen was well stocked with all the utensils you need to prepare and serve meals. We had an 83 year old, a 6 year old, several 40 and 50 year olds and on the weekend four 25 year old graduate students and everyone found something they enjoyed doing every day. The beach was within walking distance. There was a shower in front of a hotel close to the road we used to rinse off the sand. The oil was not on the beach so it was visited daily and the depth was perfect for the 6 year old. The college students showed everyone skimmer boards and the 6 year old with his parents took to it like a duck to water. The 83 year old enjoyed sitting on the deck every morning and evening. She also loved the casinos. My husband went fishing on a pier that was located about a 7 minute car ride away and caught 5 flounder over about 3 days. We had grilled flounder our last night. We all decided we would definitely like to do it again. Thank you for letting us use your house.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Susan68
(Cincinnati, OH)
Date of Stay: 06/30/08
Review Submitted: 06/30/08
This is a beautifully restored home with enough facilities for a large group and all the ammenities of home. We were in town for a family wedding and this house allowed us to stay with siblings we don't get to see very often. Once the children went to bed we were able to enjoy time together talking and playing cards. We had plenty of bathroom space and it is a short walk to the beach. We spent a lot of time on the front porch swing as well. The kitchen was fully equiped with enough cooking items to save a lot of money by eating in most meals. The owner was very easy to work with and I would highly recomend staying here. This will be our first choice if we go back to the area again.
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Guest: Josh 1
(Suwanee, Ga)
Date of Stay: 06/09/08
Review Submitted: 06/09/08
We stayed at the house for threee nights with eight adults and had a wonderful time. The house was beautiful! We spent our time eating at restaurants, gambling at the casinos, and enjoying the home. We can't wait to visit again!
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Guest: James Bennett
(Tampa FL)
Date of Stay: 01/02/08
Review Submitted: 01/02/08
This house is great; it’s close to everything but in a very quite neighborhood where you can build an open pit fire for the family to sit around and talk. The kitchen will become the focal point for everything happening in the house. We had 12 people in the house and had plenty of space for everyone to sleep and plenty of space for people to relax. This is a must see and a must rent.
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