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Downtown OS. Quite & Walkable. 2 Sm Pets. Refurbished. GolfCart Rental

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Two people sitting on beach chairs under a striped umbrella on a sandy beach with a body of water in the background.
A kitchen with a tiled floor, wooden bar stools, a dining table, and a kitchen counter.
A sunlit room with a wicker sofa, a chair, a small table with drinks, and a view of a garden through large windows.
A house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A neatly made bed with a quilted bedspread, two matching pillows, a decorative wall piece above the bed, and two bedside lamps.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ocean Springs, MS
  • Place, Parker Field
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Springs Museum of History
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Getaway Day Spa and Salon
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Downtown OS. Quite & Walkable. 2 Sm Pets. Refurbished. GolfCart Rental

"The Garden Retreat" A piece of Paradise is located in Old Ocean Springs on a quite cul-de-sac street. It has mature trees & gardens in the front & backyard. An all weather back porch for relaxing over looking the serene scenery. The Back Yard is Privacy Fence which is great for children & your privacy. There is parking for 4 vehicles in front. A boat or car can be parked behind the privacy gate. The Master Bedroom Suite has a Queen Size bed; the Middle Bedroom has a Queen Bed & the third bedroom has a Queen Bed. It sleep 6 people in 3 bedrooms. A full laundry room. All the furniture & Mattresses are new along with the TV & décor. Cable & Hi Speed Wi-Fi are provided. The Kitchen is fully equipped with complimentary coffee & tea. A Stainless Steel Grill is just outside under a Pergola. There is an outdoor patio with table & chairs for outdoor enjoyment.
You can walk down Government Street which has many small restaurants & shops. Nearby Washington Ave., downtown in Ocean Springs, is tree lined with old oak trees, shops, restaurants & the Walter Anderson Museum of Art. The house is approximately 1.5 miles from Front & East Beach in Ocean Springs. It's just a short drive across the Biloxi/Ocean Springs Bridge to Biloxi which has 6 Casinos & a 26 mile beach for fun & activities. Check out our many recommendations for places & restaurants to visit while you are staying in Ocean Springs, a quaint village located on the MS Gulf Coast.
We have made our Garden Retreat Home a Tranquil Place for Your "Home Away From Home". Thanks for Visiting us! Rose & Gary Horman, Owners & Local Natives. Thoroughly Cleaned for Each Guest. Every inch disinfected!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
We appreciate having you as guests! Come again. & visit with us! Sincerely, You Hostess, Rose 🌹
Put All linens laundry room…..TY
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 730799vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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

About the area

Ocean Springs

Located in Ocean Springs, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ocean Springs Beach and Biloxi Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ocean Springs Greyhound Stadium or Biloxi Municipal Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Ocean Springs, MS

What's nearby

  • Parker Field - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocean Springs Museum of History - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grand Getaway Day Spa and Salon - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Doll House - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Ocean Springs City Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Gulfport Amtrak Station - 28 min drive
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Palace Buffet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown OS. Quite & Walkable. 2 Sm Pets. Refurbished. GolfCart Rental pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown OS. Quite & Walkable. 2 Sm Pets. Refurbished. GolfCart Rental ?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown OS. Quite & Walkable. 2 Sm Pets. Refurbished. GolfCart Rental on 25 Sept 2026 start from £519, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Downtown OS. Quite & Walkable. 2 Sm Pets. Refurbished. GolfCart Rental ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown OS. Quite & Walkable. 2 Sm Pets. Refurbished. GolfCart Rental ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown OS. Quite & Walkable. 2 Sm Pets. Refurbished. GolfCart Rental ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown OS. Quite & Walkable. 2 Sm Pets. Refurbished. GolfCart Rental located?

Located in the heart of Ocean Springs, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Parker Field, Vermont Street Park and Ocean Springs Museum of History. Mary O'Keefe Cultural Arts Center and On the Menu: A Kitchen Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Rose Horman

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Being a native of Ocean Springs with relatives settling here in the 1800rds, I am very proud to be a new owner of a very nice vacation rental to give you the feeling of home in my hometown! My husband and I live in the historic downtown area near our vacation rental which affords our guests personal service when needed. We have prepared our vacation home, The Garden Retreat, with all new comfortable furniture, mattresses, lenins, & pleasing decor
to add to your pleasure of staying in Ocean Springs. We are just a phone call away to assist you as needed. Thank You for considering "The Garden Retreat" for your "Home Away From Home" on the MS Gulf Coast.

Why they chose this property

We chose this property for the location in old Ocean Springs which is in walking distance to restaurants, shopping, & museums downtown. Also, the outside serene beauty of the privacy backyard was a high point of why we liked this home for guests to visit. The backyard has gardens & mature trees indiginous to this area which adds a nice interest to your stay. There is an arbor attached to the house for outdoor cooking on a Gas BBQue with A Stove Plate Burner for frying or, boiling seafood. Also there is a place to clean fish in the backyard.
Check out our photos. TY for visiting us! :-)

What makes this property unique

Close to Downtown, Restaurants, Unique Shopping, Museums, Gulf Island Nat'l Seashore, Three (3) Beaches, Six (6) Casinos, Fresh Markets, Grocery Stores. Activities, YMCA with an Indoor Pool. Just off Hwy 90, A Scenic Route along 26 miles of beautiful sand beaches. Near 1-10 with exits to Ocean Springs, Exit 50. Everything you could ever need is near our vacation home! Come & Relax at our Vacation Retreat..!! 🌹

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