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Shabby Chic, Not Cookie-Cutter | Walk to Beach

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A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.
A bathroom with a large ornate mirror, a chandelier, and a vanity with a glass bowl.
A cozy living room with a white console table, a green armchair, and a wooden floor.
A covered outdoor area with potted plants, wicker chairs, and a small table.
A bedroom with a bed, a television, a dresser, and a chandelier.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Gulfport Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Waterpark access
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulfport, MS
  • Place, Gulfport Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Island View Casino
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Gulfport
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Le Petit Chateau (separate cottage at additional charge)

1 Double Bed

The Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Shabby Chic, Not Cookie-Cutter | Walk to Beach

Le Shabby Chateau has never been the beige kind of beach house. She is full of shabby chic charm, coastal color, and the one-of-a-kind pieces I love to find, restore, and repurpose. I decorated her to feel collected rather than copied - pretty, comfortable, and a little unexpected in every room.

She is also in a wonderful spot for enjoying the Coast. Gulfport Beach is just a five-minute walk away, and the harbor, downtown Gulfport, Island View Casino, Biloxi, restaurants, shops, and more are all close by. You can fill your days with the beach and local sights, then come home to a quiet private yard and a house with a personality of her own.

The main house has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and sleeps six, with one king bed and two queen beds. There is room to gather in the living and dining rooms, a fully stocked kitchen for meals at home, a sunny front porch, and a cozy back sitting area. Outside, the large deck and private yard are surrounded by native palms and plants.

The main house includes:
- 1 king bed and 2 queen beds
- 2 full bathrooms
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Combination coffee maker with a full-size pot and Keurig-style single-serve brewing
- Roku TVs in the living room and all three bedrooms
- Washer and dryer
- Linens and towels
- Shampoo, conditioner, soap, and makeup wipes
- Hair dryers in both bathrooms
- Carport parking for one car plus room for another in the driveway

Need a little extra room? Le Petit Chateau, the beautiful, tiny backyard cottage, may be rented separately for an additional charge when available. She sleeps two guests only, with one queen bed, a full bath, a sitting area, and a kitchenette with a Keurig coffee maker, microwave, toaster oven, small sink, and mini fridge. The cottage is not included with the main-house rental, so please ask about availability and combined rates.

I bought Le Shabby Chateau after Hurricane Katrina and spent years loving, restoring, and living in her. She is not a house I furnished from a catalog. Her shabby chic coastal style grew from my love of antiquing and giving old things new life, and that personal touch is what makes her different. If you want a Gulf Coast stay with character, comfort, and the beach close by, I would be glad to share her with you.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
No Parties or Events and No Smoking, vaping, cigars or hooka inside of house
$300 Security Deposit Hold One Day Prior to Arrival
Maximum of 8 Guests

Important information

You need to know

Property # 486493vb
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gulfport

Located in Gulfport, 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 Gulfport Beach and Biloxi Beach. TrainTastic and Lynn Meadows Discovery Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Gulfport, MS

What's nearby

  • Gulfport Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Island View Casino - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bellissimo Spa & Salon - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Port of Gulfport - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Harbor Square Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Gulfport Amtrak Station - 3 min drive
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island View Casino Resort - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carter Green's Steakhouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Stage Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Prime Cut - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shabby Chic, Not Cookie-Cutter | Walk to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shabby Chic, Not Cookie-Cutter | Walk to Beach?

As of 4 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shabby Chic, Not Cookie-Cutter | Walk to Beach on 4 Nov, 2026 start from S$810, 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 Shabby Chic, Not Cookie-Cutter | Walk to Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shabby Chic, Not Cookie-Cutter | Walk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shabby Chic, Not Cookie-Cutter | Walk to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shabby Chic, Not Cookie-Cutter | Walk to Beach located?

Located in the heart of Gulfport, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Gulfport Beach and Island View Casino. Memorial Hospital at Gulfport and Bellissimo Spa & Salon are also within 15 minutes. Gulfport Amtrak Station is 23 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Shabby Chic! We enjoyed our long visits on the enclosed front porch, the comfortable beds, the great bathrooms, and the creative vibe of the house. The accommodations exceeded our expectations…a house with heart and soul!! We are looking forward to a return visit:) merci!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best stay in a long time

Absolutely enjoyed our stay and will definitely look forward to booking a future stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, close to everything

House was amazing!!!! Will definitely book again for the next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Very nice with plenty of room. Had everything we needed and more
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was clean and quiet and exceptionally will equipped for the people that stay here. I’ll plan on coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

Had a lovely time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Relaxing Stay

We traveled to Gulfport with our Navy daughter for a quick weekend trip. The house was very comfortable, especially the beds and the property is well maintained. Highly recommend Le Shabby Chateau.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home.

Everything was exactly the way it was described, so well that this was our 2nd time staying here. Great in everyway!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely awesome stay

Shabby chateau is exactly as advertised. Everything needed was in the home. House was extremely clean, neighborhood quiet, location was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Time

Good for what our family needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, comfortable, convenient

Lovely attention to detail with obvious passion for the home. Close and convenient to beach, restaurants, entertainment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Le Shabby Chateau

Came to visit my son for his birthday. It was wonderful being able to just spend time with him and be in the moment. The property is very homey and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Spring Break 2019

My daughters, grandsons, and I stayed in this home during spring break. The home was very nice and was in a great location. We were enjoyed taking the boys to a playground that was within walking distance and the Oceanaquarium nearby.. There were many things to do that were very close to where we stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thanks Nancy! You and your family are always welcome! Betsy
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

My siblings and I enjoyed our stay. It is in a nice neighborhood, close to all activities. It had all the things we needed and was comfortable. It has a lot of room so you can have your space. I had trouble getting wi-fi on my ipad. The trip to ship island was great. I would stay again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2015
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay! We did have a few wifi glitches due to AT&T working on lines for a month or so but all has been resolved. Thanks again for choosing Le Shabby Chateau!
Archival

8/10 Good

Great place!

House and yard are immaculate! Very comfortable beds and furnishings. Kitchen had everything we needed. Owner was prompt in correspondence and very accomodating. Only negative is the house is fairly close to train tracks, but only seemed to affect a couple out of our party of seven. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! I strive to make every guest experience a good one! You and your group are welcome back anytime! Betsy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend girl’s trip

The home and property were so well kept, clean and very charming. There was plenty of outdoor space and seating to relax and enjoy your time. The beach is only a few blocks away, and several great restaurants within blocks. The check in/out and “things to know” process was so easy. And last, but not least, the story of Le Shabby Chateau, is so interesting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charming and cute

The home is very roomy and in a great location. So many cute and quirky decor items I was finding new items each time I walked through. Had there been another way to access the bathroom other than through a bedroom it would have excellent. Overall, a great place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thanks Amy! Appreciate the kind words! Loved having you as a guest. Betsy
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great house!

We stayed at Shabby Chic for the month of February. It was a great house! We were there for the Gulf Coast Classic Horse Show so we shared with multiple families and it worked out really well. We also rented the cottage out back which worked great for the girl that worked for us. The owner couldn't have been nicer and we even had a cleaning service come through midway through our stay.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much Chris! I loved having you as a guest in my home and am so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. I would love to have you and your group back anytime! Betsy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Thanksgiving

We came down to spend Thanksgiving with our son. The house was well stocked with a nice large table, plenty of pans and spices that came in handy. We really appreciated all the extras like the shampoo and conditioner, soaps and cleaning supplies. It was nice to walk to the beach and look for shells even though it was cold.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place. Lovely house with plenty of space. Very comfortable beds and furniture. Plenty of sitting spaces. House was super clean and we had plenty of towels and linens. Neighborhood is quiet but you are close to train tracks and trains do run thru the area. We did not have a problem with this. There is a park with a splash pad within walking distance. Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
I'm so happy to see you enjoyed your stay at Le Shabby Chateau! We are adding amenities all the time that make our guests feel comfortable during their stay. We'd love to have you as a guest again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home

From the moment we walked in the door, our entire family felt at home. Everything you'd possibly need was available...from cozy spaces large enough for us all, to smaller spaces to be alone that really felt like you were! The beach was so close and easily accessible which we loved but actually found ourselves just hanging out on the property a lot of the time. And that master bed y'all!!! Slept like a dream!! Will definitely book again! Miss Betsy is an amazing host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and Cozy

This sweet little house had plenty of room for our crew to either be together or apart. It's on a quiet street that doesn't get any thru traffic. The beach and a really nice park are both within a short walk. The patio outside was perfect for early morning and evening bird watching in the thick foliage that surrounds the property. I did lots of reading out there....loved it. I did have a concern about the proximity of the train track - but it wasn't really a detriment. Our grandson was fascinated and that became (next to the beach) the highlight of his day. The owner responsive and always reachable for questions. Thanks Betsy!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2023
Thank you Kathy! I'm so glad you enjoyed Le Shabby Chateau! I love the serenity there as well! Come back and see us anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great and comfortable! Host was very responsive with our needs and requests. Very happy we stayed here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walking distance to the casinos and restaurants. Thank you! Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

About the host

Hosted by Betsy Modglin

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I fell in love with the Mississippi Gulf Coast and with Le Shabby Chateau. When I relocated, I couldn't part with her, so I turned her into a vacation rental to share with other travelers. I love antiquing, junking, restoring, and repurposing pieces, and that has shaped much of the home's personality.

Why they chose this property

I bought Le Shabby Chateau in September 2006 after moving to the area for work. She had weathered Hurricane Katrina less than a year earlier and needed plenty of love, but I could see her charm the moment I walked inside. I restored her and made her my year-round home until family needs brought me back to Southern Illinois in 2011. In 2013, I decided to share her with guests. She still carries the warmth and character that made me fall in love with her in the first place.

What makes this property unique

Le Shabby Chateau is a five-minute walk from the beach and close to the harbor, downtown Gulfport, restaurants, and Island View Casino. She has a quiet, private yard, comfortable indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, and plenty of the character that makes an older home special. When available, the separately rented backyard cottage can add room for one or two more guests.

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