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The Turtle House: A Hidden Getaway In Old Ocean Springs
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Space | 1,100 sq. ft. |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 2 nights |
Overview
A Stones Throw From East Beach And Dog Friendly.
Furnished 2 BR, 2 BA with enclosed yard. Pet friendly, a few hundred yards from the east (local) beach. Convenient to the USM Gulf Coast Research Lab (GCRL), downtown Oceans Springs, Boutiques, Restaurants, Casinos, and Beaches. The O.S. Bike Trail winds through the village nearby.The house is very comfortable for families and couples . We love pets. The Turtle House must be reserved by mail. We cannot accept credit cards or Pay Pal. Please call if you need more information. .
Why Dian Willhoite chose Mississippi
This is an Ishi house-- designed by the noted gulf coast architect. It is a Japanese style cottage with decks on three sides. It is located in a cul de sac in a secluded part of Ocean Springs. It has an open floor plan, with large bay windows on the wooded side of the house.
What makes this cottage unique
Many people enjoy the wildlife that is visible from the house. Birds, rabbits, raccoon, and of course turtles make there appearance on a daily basis. There is a bald eagle nest within one thousand yards of the house. Numerous seabirds and coastal birds are in evidence on any normal day from the bayous, beach, and estuaries nearby. Dolphin sightings from the beach are reasonably common.
Amenities
Ocean Springs Cottage Accommodation and Amenities
- cottage
- Guests provide their own meals
- 1100 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 6
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
- pets considered ...
- children welcome ...
- smoking allowed ...
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
- Air Conditioning ...
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplace ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided ...
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils ...
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator ...
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 2 Bathrooms
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Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
combination tub/shower
,
tub
,
shower
,
jetted tub
Bathroom 2 - toilet , combination tub/shower , tub , shower , jetted tub
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
-
Bedroom 2 -
4 bunk bed
,
Children's bunk room with bath
Bedroom 1 - 1 queen , Master bedroom with bath
- Books ...
- Satellite / Cable ...
- Television ...
- Balcony
- Deck / Patio ...
- Outdoor Grill ...
- Tennis ...
- wheelchair inaccessible ...
- Hot Tub ...
- churches
- cinemas
- health/beauty spa
- library
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- ruins
- synagogues
- water parks
- antiquing
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- boating
- eco tourism
- gambling casinos
- horseback riding
- horseshoes
- miniature golf
- outlet shopping
- paddle boating
- scenic drives
- shelling
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- medical services
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- hunting
- jet skiing
- kayaking
- parasailing
- pier fishing
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- sound/bay fishing
- surf fishing
- tennis
- water skiing
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.8/5 -
(25 traveler reviews)
Wonderful Getaway!!
My wife and I needed a getaway, and we found it at the Turtle house!! We loved the layout of the house and it quickly felt like home. Dian was awesome, and did not bother us once she gave us the key. Everything was so close to us, we went to the beach and out to eat, and never drove more than 5 minutes. We would definitely stay again!!
Quaint, rustic Ishee home nested in nature...
First, the owner is a delight. She walks you through the home and it's amenities. The home is unique in design offering a rustic treehouse feel with windows everywhere allowing views of the decks and beyond. You have to appreciate the Ishee home and the history of the local designer. Very few of these exist and as far as I know, this is the only vacation rental. The location is older Ocean Springs (here older is better) and is away from the traffic and noise. This hideaway offers everything you need, except food of course, to start your special getaway. The home is clean, cozy and open. The AC is cold for those warmer days. We enjoyed the decks and the grill during the late afternoon...then kicked back and listened to nature. With all of the TVs, I don't think we watched it 30 minutes during our stay. Thanks again for allowing us to stay and we hope to return again.
This is not only the best-kept secret on the Gulf coast, Dian treats you like members of the family.
How can one not have a wonderful time at The Turtle House? It's comfortable and cozy and has everything you need for a pleasant stay. Secluded for privacy with a shady deck out back wherein many hours are spent with friends over glasses of wine with birds chirping in the trees. Dian is the perfect host. She stopped by twice to see if there was anything we needed. Such a nice lady who really cares about each and every guest. Can't wait to go back!
Loved it!
We loved this house. I highly recommend this for families with young children....they loved playing in the yard and on decks. Hope to stay here again soon! The home owner was very nice and welcoming!
Amazing!!
We loved this house. I highly recommend it if you have young children. The deck was a great place for them to play. The owner was very nice and welcoming! Hopefully we will get to stay here again.
We lived here. You'll love it.
My wife and I LIVED at the Turtle House for 2 months and loved it. VERY private,very quiet,and fabulous management. A dream stay if you have a dog.
Map
The Turtle House on Gum Street is a unique property designed by Ishii. The house is hidden away in old Ocean Springs. It is built of glass and wood to bring nature inside. We particularly like to have people with dogs. The house has a series of terraces and a yard that dogs enjoy. They are all separately enclosed for their safety. The house has two bedrooms and two baths. It sleeps 6, with 4 in bunks. The baths have Jacuzzi tubs that are wonderful. There is plenty of safe parking. Car show enthusiasts will note that there is roll in access to the gated yard and room for several cars. You will find it quiet and joyous.
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Rates & Availability
Ocean Springs Cottage Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly * | Event | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Standard
Apr 2 2017 -
Dec 30 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$150
|
$1,050
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$4,500
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Additional information about rental rates
| Cleaning fee | $75 |
| Pet Fee | $0 |
There is a $50 cleaning fee for each rental.
Rates subject to change until reservation is confirmed.
Reservations require a deposit check in advance in the amount of $200. Please send checks to Turtle House, 103 Shearwater Drive, Ocean Springs MS, 39564. Please contact for payment details.
* Approximate monthly rate. Actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- Available
- Unavailable
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