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Historic Waterfront District- Gulfport Florida, includes pool, grill and bikes!

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A living room with a sofa, curtains, a ceiling fan, and a decorative window.
A bathroom with a white sink, a toilet, a mirror, and a cabinet.
A pool area with two blue chairs and a turquoise umbrella, surrounded by white walls and palm trees.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a window.
A modern kitchen with a glass dining table, white chairs, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This villa accommodates 4 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It includes 1 bicycle, a private heated pool, and a tennis court. Enjoy family-friendly activities such as sailing and snorkeling, while the deck and patio offer outdoor relaxation. The property is pet-friendly and located near a casino, museum, and shopping area.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulfport, FL
  • Place, Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfport Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfport Casino
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Historic Waterfront District- Gulfport Florida, includes pool, grill and bikes!

This 1938 art deco DUPLEX home was purchased in June of 2012 by Jimmy Brattain, owner of Design Works and has been under renovation every since. An award winning designer and builder, Mr. Brattain has brought his family's history to life in the quaint town of Gulfport, FL. The concept of the property was inspired by the memory of his grandmother and love of his grandfather who moved to Gulfport after WW11.

The property features a shared pool, private courtyard and parking for two vehicles, custom finishes, such as original murals, crown molding, pecky cypress ceiling, custom fabric backed banquette seating, floor to ceiling marble bathroom, custom lighting including LED recessed lights, ceiling fans, stainless steel appliances including microwave, quartz counter tops, porcelain faux wood flooring, DVD player, wireless Internet, flat screen TV's, washer/dryer, private courtyard, parking for 2 vehicles.
Come stay in a Ralph Lauren inspired space or for the more adventurous, a Hollywood Glam interior is more your style. The property can also be rented for private parties and weddings, both units sleep a total of 10; all 2 blocks from over 18 restaurants & bars and 3 blocks from Boca Ciega Bay and 10 minutes from beautiful St. Pete. Beach.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
ALL PERSONS USING THE POOL DO SO AT OWN RISK-WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS OR INJUIRES. THERE IS NEVER A LIFEGUARD ON DUTY.
ABSOLUTING NO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 13 ARE ALLOWED TO SWIM OR BE ALONE IN THE POOL AREA WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION.
KEEP CHILD SAFETY GATES CLOSED AT ALL TIMES. NO DIVING. NO RUNNING OR PUSHING. NO GLASS IN POOL AREA. NO DOGS OR CATS (ANY PETS) ALLOWED IN POOL AREA.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 514954vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Gulfport

Near theme parks and near a water park, this villa is in an area with great shopping. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Salvador Dali Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Tampa Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tropicana Field or St. Pete's Historic Coliseum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Gulfport, FL

What's nearby

  • Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gulfport Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gulfport Casino - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Island Community Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Tampa Bay - 12 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪O'Maddy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sam's Gyros and Seafood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salty Pup - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pia's Trattoria - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Waterfront District- Gulfport Florida, includes pool, grill and bikes! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Historic Waterfront District- Gulfport Florida, includes pool, grill and bikes! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Historic Waterfront District- Gulfport Florida, includes pool, grill and bikes!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Waterfront District- Gulfport Florida, includes pool, grill and bikes!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Waterfront District- Gulfport Florida, includes pool, grill and bikes!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Waterfront District- Gulfport Florida, includes pool, grill and bikes! located?

Situated in Gulfport, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Gulfport Beach and Gulfport Casino. Pasadena Shopping Center and Ronald Mcdonald House Children are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute house, it had an awesome pool and cute area to Bbq. Host is a great communicator. Had a fun time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great neighborhood, very comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a great location. All of the action in Gulfport is a short walk away. Jimmy had great communication and we had a wonderful and relaxing weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was thoughtfully decorated and comfortable, the host was communicative, and it was in a great location! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was as advertised and is very very unique and beuatiful.The downtown of Gulfport area was great with different restaurants and local businesses. It was a very relaxed vibe. As a host Jimmy provided many things that one could need while on vacation from zip loc bags, a dog bowl for water and many other things. The restaurants range from ice cream shops, burgers, to fine italian dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great find! My daughters and I enjoyed everything about this place...decor, pool, location. It was a very short walk to restaurants and shops. We had a great stay and would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Stay!

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the area and especially this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful modern home walking distance from downtown. Host was attentive and responsive. The pool was a nice bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation spot

The area was super cute and friendly, and it was a short drive to many surrounding beaches! The pool was a bonus, as was the dog friendliness!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Little Oasis

We had a wonderful stay. The house is cute and comfy. Nice outdoor seating and pool area. Just was very communicative and polite. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place in Gulfport

Stayed here for business. Would stay again. Very clean. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Gulfport Property

Great property! Very walkable to Gulfport businesses and restaurants. Everything was clean & comfortable with numerous high-end touches.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and perfect location!

Property had everything we needed for me and my wife. Jimmy was a great host and extremely well with communication. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay

Had the best time with friends visiting from overseas! Great location, quiet and relaxing. Just what the Dr ordered!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice

Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was a breeze thanks to Jim's excellent communication. The property itself was stunning, both inside and out. The pictures truly don't capture how amazing the pool area is. We had a very relaxing stay. The location is perfect—we loved being able to walk to charming shops and waterfront restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was just beautiful! It was very clean did not have a order to the place everything was accessible
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely hime

Great stay and great host!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

We enjoyed our stay very much. The house was amazing and the location to restaurants and shops was perfect. We will definitely stay here again! Thanks Jimmy!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Stay!

This property was amazing. The artwork and attention to detail was truly exceptional. The location to the main strip in Gulfport was great. Our host was very helpful and communicated with us regularly throughout our stay. We hope to stay at this property again soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gulfport gem

One of the nicest properties ever - so stylish, clean, and everything you would want. Incredible artwork, pool was amazing, everything you need included. Maybe best stay ever, anywhere!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2025
Robert, I've never responded to reviews but in the 12 years we've been offering our property, yours is perhaps the best. Thank you for the kind words and hope to have you back soon. Jimmy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Had a very comfortable stay. Beds are very comfortable. Short walk to Gulfport restaurant. Safe neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was cozy, very comfortable and had everything we needed and more to have a lovely stay. It was too chilly to use the pool, but it was beautiful nonetheless. Having a private courtyard is a dream. Everything was just perfect. The host was very responsive. The location is perfect for walking, shopping and enjoying a meal out.We will definitely stay again when we are in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jimmy was an excellent host! He communicated in advance on our check-in procedures and made sure we had everything we needed. And the property is beautiful!! Plenty of space for us and our dog. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jimmy Brattain

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Award wining custom home builder born in Tampa, raised in Carmel Indiana.

Why they chose this property

Mr. Brattain purchased this 1938 duplex situated on a double lot with the thought of scraping the structure in order to build two new homes for re-sale but quickly broke his golden rule and that was falling in love with the property. What started off as an estimated 6 month project has turned into a 2 and a half year labor of intense love. The estimated total completion of Mr. Brattain's vision is early 2016 by adding a fire pit and swimming pool.

Part of the décor is inspired by long nights as child watching old movies with his departed grandmother and other spaces, by the initials of his grandfather, RL. The only example of residential art deco architectural to remain in Gulfport, was saved by a passion to remember two very wonderful people... And as a result, those travelers fortunate enough to stumble across this gem, will see first hand what love can create.

What makes this property unique

In ground swimming pool shared by both units, each unit has a private courtyard, parking for two vehicles

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English, Spanish
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