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Charming Home with gulf breezes and views from porches

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Bay St. Louis Little Theater
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Bay Saint Louis Municipal Harbor
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Hollywood Casino
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Home with gulf breezes and views from porches

Four bedroom three and 1/2 bath house with a short walk to the beach. Sleeps 8 comfortably. This house is full of porches wrapping around perfect for relaxing or bird watching. This family home offers an ideal floor plan with private bath access from all bedrooms. Rebuilt after Katrina in 2011, this home is equipped with all modern amenities and finishes. The home is raised offering 2100 Square feet of covered outdoor space for grilling, hanging in hammocks, watching sports on TV or just entertaining with family and friends. Downstairs area also has a half bath and an outdoor shower. There are additional options for sleeping including a futon mattress, two inflatable mattresses and a sofa.

Property manager

Charles Ward

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
There is an additional housecleaning fee of $100
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please make sure to put garbage out on Mondays and Thursdays, and on the day of departure.
If using the grill, kayaks, beach equipment, etc. please clean and return to their exact location since this is not a function of the housecleaners
Also, please clean the downstairs of all glassware, dishware, and trash since this too is not a function of the housecleaners.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bay St Louis

Bay St Louis is home to this holiday home. Bay St. Louis Little Theater and Alice Moseley Folk Art and Antique Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Buccaneer State Park and Buccaneer Bay Waterpark. Jet skiing, kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Bay Saint Louis, MS

What's nearby

  • Bay St. Louis Little Theater - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Alice Moseley Folk Art and Antique Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • 100 Men D.B.A. Hall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bay Saint Louis Municipal Harbor - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Hollywood Casino - 8 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Gulfport Amtrak Station - 26 min drive
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Chula - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Blind Tiger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Pirate - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Home with gulf breezes and views from porches pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Home with gulf breezes and views from porches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Home with gulf breezes and views from porches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Home with gulf breezes and views from porches located?

Situated in Bay St Louis, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bay St. Louis Little Theater, Alice Moseley Folk Art and Antique Museum and Saint Stanislaus College. 100 Men D.B.A. Hall and Bay Saint Louis Municipal Harbor are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 185 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

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

wonderful Month Stay in Bay St Louis to Visit Family

The Property is Awesome and was everything we wanted for our month stay in Bay St Louis to visit nearby family. A short walk to the Beach. Property is incredible, well-kept and well stocked for everything you want for your stay. Communication is great and the host is very welcoming and accommodating. Wonderful Stay look forward to coming back in the future
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay A.

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

Great time!

This is a great place to stay when visiting Bay St Louis. The host was great communicating with us and the place was perfect for our family! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Witches Weekend

Perfect place for a group to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Family Christmas

Grandparents, parents, & grandchildren outgrew my in-law's home for visiting for Christmas. So we found this house and loved it. Close to town and close to the relatives. The home accommodated our three generations perfectly. Loved it and will rent this home again next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Location to Downtown

It is a wonderful property to stay. It is located close to downtown and the beach. One of the few properties with 4 bedrooms plus 3 bathrooms. Have stayed here 6 times over the years.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great house and location

This house is great for my family and dog. Close to the bay and the golf cart makes it easy to explore. We love Bay St Louis!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jay n.

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

Cruisen the Coast

This house has all the things to make you comfortable. The location is great, and always clean and in order. I think this is our sixth year, coming back, and have just made reservations for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

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

Excellent location and value.

This house was perfect for our young family. The kitchen was extremely well equipped, and there were plenty of throw blankets.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

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

Bay St Louis

Wonderful stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

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

Mrs

Beautiful property and wonderful hosts! Will definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jay n.

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

Cruisen the Coast

5th or 6th time, we have stayed here, and love it. always spotless, great location, owners bend over backwards to make your stay, great.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

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

Summer Vacation

This is our 4th trip to Bay St Louis and our 3rd time staying at the Petras Ward House. Always well stocked and clean. Beautiful house that's close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Beautiful Home in Bay St.Louis

Wonderful home awesome location. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Walkable location, all the comforts

This home was in a perfect location whether we wanted a walk on the beach, or a stroll to restaurants and shops in downtown Bay St. Louis. It is well equipped to make the stay easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody S., TUCSON

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

Lovely beach home

Lovely home close to the beach with everything we needed! The owners were very accommodating and friendly🙂. This is our second stay in this home and I’m sure we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Perfect Location!

The house was very nice for our short stay. We were in town for a funeral. We would like to come back for a longer stay during the summer to enjoy all the amenities. It is perfectly located close to the beach and the golf cart was a nice surprise. The owners are very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie R.

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

Family time

Quick weekend with my aging mom and adult brothers and their wives. We loved the place. Spacious upstairs and the open downstairs was incredible. Had nearby family come to visit for the days and had so much room. Fun times I hope to repeat next year
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

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

Great weekend!

Wonderful house! This house had everything we needed and more! Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Christmas Escape

We decided to get away for a Christmas escape and chose this great house in Bay St. Louis. It was perfect and exactly as represented! We highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Wonderful!!!

Wonderful weekend with friends. House was everything that we needed and more. The downstairs area is great. Several outside areas to have some private time. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

CARMEL S., New Orleans

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

Wonderful Stay!

This property is beautiful. When you walk in, it feels like home. The house has an over abundance of everything you need for a relaxing beach vacation. The owner was easy to contact and super responsive. We love Bay St Louis and will rent this home again for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

George F.

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

Mardi Gras

We got a little mini family reunion to go to church and to celebrate Mardi Gras
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

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

Relaxing

One block from beach and easy to walk to. Beds were comfy and loved the bottom porch but it was too hot for us to sit outside and enjoy. Loved the quiet beach and enjoyed the three full bathrooms with teens. The movie selection was amazing as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

martha s.

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

Really Good Place

First time we've stayed in Bay St. Louis since Katrina vol days. The care and healing for the town and the land is mirrored in the smart rebuild of this house. Close to water and lovely recreated Epis church, lots of good walks and good food. BSL has always been my favorite coast town, It's so heartening to see it thriving.,
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna L.

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

Perfect escape

Beautiful home with fully stocked kitchen. Roomy bedrooms and baths. Perfectly located to attractions close enough for daily travel in either direction. Unique antiques and decorating details, there has been great care in creating the ambiance of the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Charles Ward

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Why they chose this property

This home is a multi-generational property originally purchased by the current owners' grandparents, Thelma and Harry Beyer. This property has been a gathering place with many fond memories ever since. Passed from generation to generation, Charles and Harry Ward owned the home prior to Katrina. Harry lovingly renovated this early 1900's home where he lived with his wife Jamie and young daughter Renee. As was the case for many houses so close to the Gulf of Mexico, Katrina left only the steps to this home and a few small treasures special to this family to this day. Harry and his family relocated to Nevada after the storm and Charles and their sister Ruth Petras decided to rebuild. With so many memories growing up from children to young adults they wanted to build the home to make those memories possible for generations to come. The home was rebuilt late in 2011 and has been a place where many shrimp have been fried, storms enjoyed with our tin roof and sunsets appreciated from our porches. Today it is referred to as the Petras-Ward House.

What makes this property unique

Porches, porches and more porches. Bay St. Louis has offered many generations of our family fond memories that we would like to share with our guests.

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English
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