Peaceful Meadow

Want a true destination vacation?  The Peaceful Meadow is the place for you and your family or group.  Four bedrooms and two large sofas are great for turning into beds at night if you have a larger family.  12+ can be accommodated at the Peaceful Meadow.   You will discover there is space for blowup beds if your group needs a bit more space.

Bedroom one has a king bed; bedroom two has a full bed; bedroom 3 has two queen beds; bedroom 4 has a single unit with a twin bed on top, a double in the center, and a twin trundle bed.  The game room has a large couch that can be made to a bed for one person.  The living room has a large couch that can sleep an adult if made into a bed.

One of the bathrooms has a full-size tub with a shower and a separate stall shower.  It’s a large room permitting several people to shower and get ready for the day or evening.  The second bathroom serves other bedrooms and guests.  The half bath is located in the patio entertainment area which makes it perfect for guests who need not walk through the house.

This beautiful brick house is located a very short distance from the beach and large shopping center.  When you arrive, you can enter from either side of their huge semi-circular drive.  Beautiful old-growth oak trees surround the property.   Walk through the door and turn left to our large dedicated game room.

A full-size pool table and electronic dart board are the main features of this room.  A 70″ TV and two separate seating areas permit large gatherings while others play a game of pool or darts or just converse.

The entire house has hard surface flooring so no problem with a bit of beach sand.  The fully equipped new kitchen with stone countertops and stainless steel appliances features a large island.

A full-size washer and dryer in a laundry room will help you reduce packing for the trip.  After you settle into the house, time to visit our several-acre yard and entertainment area.

An outdoor fireplace is perfect for cooking a great steak or roasting marshmallows.  Our covered outdoor eating area comes with a picnic table and chairs for enjoying out outdoors.  A large BBQ is available along with plenty of comfortable seating under our awning.  When it’s hot in the sun, retire to the cool surroundings of our high-quality patio furniture under the cover of the beautiful purpose-built patio cover.

The large grass area is large enough for a football game to play baseball or both at the same time.  This house is located on several acres of mowed grass, trees, and plants.

The property is completely private and fenced which means you and your guests can enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities in a great setting.  The driveway is large enough for trailers when attending automotive events such as Scrapin, Jeepin, and Cruzin the Coast.

Did we mention the deer?

Pelicans Perch

Pelicans Perch is perfect for that family gathering or a few couples who want to share the cost and company.  Located very close to the beach in Beautiful Long Beach on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, it’s perfect for that weekend getaway for that extended vacation.  This property is a single-family house located in a quiet residential district.  The photos below tell the story.

Four bedrooms accommodate up to 10-11 people. Master has king, one room has queen, one bedroom has (2) doubles, kids room has trundle with double on top, twin rollout below it.

No need to bring your whole wardrobe.  Our full-sized washer and dryer in the laundry room will help wash the swimming gear after a day at the beach.  FYI, Pelicans Perch is kid-friendly, we even have a highchair.

You may upon request and approval bring up to two medium-sized dogs.  A one-time non-refundable charge is assessed and we ask that you clean up after your pets including removing hair from our furniture.

Work from the Pelicans Perch utilizing our blazing-fast WIFI which is of course free to our guests.  Flat screen TVs located in bedrooms and the large living room extend the entertainment options.  Our large formal dining room has room for the entire party.  The kitchen is fully stocked with cooking and eating utensils along with pots, pans, plates, cups, and everything you need to prepare and serve meals except of course the food.

Spend time in our large enclosed backyard which is pet-friendly.  Our enclosed patio allows for expanding your discussion circles to new spaces with that outdoor atmosphere.  Don’t forget to pick up some marshmallows when you stock up at the grocery store.  The fire pit is large enough to accommodate your party and enjoy.  Use our coal-fired BBQ to prepare hamburgers or Southern sausage.  Enjoy our live oak and landscaping.

The tire swing, lounge chairs, and swing chair add to the comfortable surroundings of this great recreational space.  Try out our corn hole game and the kids can use our sand toys and buckets.  You will find an assortment of toys, puzzles, and games.

Plenty of parking on our property for all of your vehicles including if you have show cars and trailers.

The beach is close, just 1.2 miles, a 3-minute drive.  There is a large free parking area just to the left after you arrive on Beach Blvd.  See the Guest Book provided upon arrival for information about local restaurants and things to do.  Check the “events” menu selection at ChristiesGulfBeachRentals.com for much more about things to see and do on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Airbnb and VRBO are available for booking but your best value is to book on this site.  Free vacation rental insurance is included with every booking on this site.

pet friendly two dogs

A note for those interested in our decorations:  The owner has added a personal touch by including items purchase from vintage shops including period items.

Furnishings, art, and details are sourced from local vintage shops, art above the leather sectional in the living room are prints by New Orleans artist, Michael Guidry https://mguidrystudio.com/
vintage fishing poles above the art

Coastal Cottage

Our charming mid-century three-bedroom cottage located a short walk to the beach is perfect for 8 guests. The house is all yours during your stay. The yard is entirely fenced and gated, a safe place for your children to play.   The property was recently updated.  You can walk to the beach from our property.  There are two restaurants within walking distance.

You may use our beach cart to transport your towels and toys to the beach. Your children can play in our sandbox or try a game of horseshoes or bag toss.

Our remodeled kitchen is outfitted with everything you need to cook a family meal or warm up a snack. Prepare meals on granite countertops with a large farmer sink. Leave your large suitcases at home, and use our full-size washer and dryer to launder your clothing while you are enjoying the beach, Aquarium, or other sites.

Our living room is full of light from large windows, which open to the kitchen and dining area. A unique feature is two 48″ barn doors that open to the large bedroom. When the room is not occupied, the open doors create a larger living space and additional windows. The living room and bedrooms have ceiling fans.

The backyard bbq is perfect for an intimate cook-out. Try out our wood-burning fire pit, and roast some marshmallows. Three restaurants are within a short walking distance, and many more are just a few minutes drive away. Great neighborhood for walking, just two short blocks from the beach. We have made COVID times more tolerable by providing regulation horseshoes and cornhole bag toss pits.

Four beds are available. Our largest bedroom has one queen and a large closet. Bedroom two includes two full-size beds with a closet. Bedroom three has one queen bed and a large closet. Our property is advertised for eight people.  All beds can accommodate up to two persons each, it is possible to sleep up to eight comfortably.

Flat-screen TVs in each bedroom and one in the living room are all connected to high-speed internet with Netflix for your enjoyment. Guests can use WIFI to watch Netflix or check the WEB for a local restaurant. An Alexa (AMAZON) device with a screen can be used to communicate about the weather or anything else.

Free parking and pets are permitted upon request. Special events are permitted e.g. birthday parties etc. as long as guests inform our hosts during the booking process. We have another property on the same street that is better suited for large parties, it can accommodate up to 12 guests and the very large yard can accommodate about 100 guests with tents. It may be possible to stay at this property and use the yard at our other property or some combination. Please contact our hosts for more information.

Wheelchair access: We can provide a ramp to enter the home upon advance request. There is one step to the front porch, the 36″ wide entrance door should accommodate a wheelchair.  The large bedroom with a queen bed is accessed through an 8′ opening from the living room.

The kitchen is accessible as well by wheelchair. A wheelchair-bound individual will need assistance in the bathroom as the distance between the sink and the wall is narrow. The toilet is of regular height. The backyard can be accessed using the ramp in front of the house and then going through the gate.

A pet may be permitted.  You must receive approval first and pay the pet fee.  If your pet is allowed, you agree to compensate the hosts for any costs to repair or remediate any damage caused by your pet.   You will be responsible for removing pet hair.

We believe you will have a great time at our Coastal Cottage.