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Russell Cottage: Your home away from home.

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Enjoy the old fashioned front porch of the Russell Cottage
Living room
Fully equipped kitchen
Backyard with pergola and “She Shed”
Bathroom number two with full bath and shower.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ocean Springs, MS
  • Walter Anderson Museum of Art
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ocean Springs Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • East Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Biloxi, MS (BIX-Keesler Air Force Base)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Russell Cottage: Your home away from home.

This is a sweet 1930's cottage that has been lovingly updated while leaving its charm. The location is ideal for a family vacation in Ocean Springs. The beach and harbor are within walking distance. There is a beautiful pathway on the beach passing the Ft. Maurepas Park and fishing pier. In season the shrimp boats sell their catch to the public, and charter boats are available. There is another Children's' Park 3 blocks from the cottage, and a soccer field and walking track only a block away. The cottage is equipped with everything you'll need for a pleasant stay of a weekend, week or longer. Check with us about extended stays.

Downtown Ocean Springs is a pleasant walk of 3 blocks and is full of restaurants, pubs, shops and art galleries. Or you might prefer to rent a golf cart or bicycle to cruise around town. Both are available near by. But, first and foremost, Ocean Springs is an old fashioned town with shops, restaurants, art galleries, banks, and churches. The Walter Anderson Museum and Shearwater Pottery are nationally known and acclaimed. This beautiful little town, with its tree shaded streets has been featured many times in travel magazines, and others such as Southern Living. Be sure to check the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce for its full schedule of festivals and other events.


In the event that you want more adult activities, the casinos in Biloxi are a short drive over the new Biloxi Bay bridge - also a popular walking route. Golf courses are available in Ocean Springs, as well as its neighboring cities.



Keywords: cottage, downtown, 2 bedroom

Property manager

Beth & Jack Riley

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ocean Springs

Located in Ocean Springs, this cottage is in the city centre. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Realizations - The Walter Anderson Shop and On the Menu: A Kitchen Gallery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ocean Springs, MS

What's nearby

  • Walter Anderson Museum of Art - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Springs Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • East Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Golden Nugget Casino - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Harrah's Gulf Coast Casino - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Gulfport Amtrak Station - 31 min drive
  • Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hartz Chicken Buffet - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tato-Nut Donut Shop - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Russell Cottage: Your home away from home. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Russell Cottage: Your home away from home.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Russell Cottage: Your home away from home.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Russell Cottage: Your home away from home. located?

Located in the centre of Ocean Springs, this family-friendly cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Little Childrens Park and Ocean Springs Beach. Freedom Field and Fort Maurepas Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 234 out of 258 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 258 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 258 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Would highly recommend

This cottage was home from home,location couldn't have been better,a 5 to ten minuet walk to the center and beach,the cottage has everything you need for a lovely comfortable stay and very spacious, Beth &Jack are very warm and welcoming and there is lots of helpful information in the pack they leave for you,couldn't have hoped for better,we loved it and hopefully be returning again
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

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

Loved it!

It was all and more than I hoped. I couldn’t have imagined a better home, location or nicer place. We look forward to visiting the same home again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Great house !

Spent the weekend celebrating my best friend’s birthday and the house was perfect! Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan c.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loraine W.

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

Christmas Girl’s Trip

My two friends and I had the best time at the Russell Cottage for our recent girl’s trip. The cottage is located on a quiet street away from the railroad track but only a few blocks from the action in downtown Ocean Springs. We are all in our 60’s and had no problem walking from the cottage to all the restaurants, shops and bars. The cottage is very well maintained and was extremely clean for our visit. The beds were so comfortable and we had plenty of blankets and pillows. We didn’t cook in the kitchen but it was clean and well stocked. The living room is comfortable and set up perfectly for us to enjoy our visit together and do our gift exchange. I had a problem with my VRBO app on the day of check-in but was able to call VRBO Support who helped me get in touch with the host to answer my question. The host was so helpful and friendly and I enjoyed our conversation. Ocean Springs goes all out with Christmas decorations in December and the downtown area is just beautiful! My friends and I agreed that Russell Cottage would be our go-to lodging for future girl’s trips and my husband and I are planning to book and bring our pets in the spring. Excellent location for anyone interested in a stay near downtown Ocean Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Lovely stay in a lovely house

The house was clean and comfy. The location was great, within walking distance to downtown Ocean Springs. The beds were comfortable. The backyard was fully fenced for our small dogs. I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha W.

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

Excellent place, great location!

We loved this cottage! The location to the downtown area was awesome. It was perfect for four people. We loved every aspect of this rental. There were plenty of brochures and lots of hand written instructions for different things. We had everything we needed from coffee to extra blankets and even an extra fan. The back yard is beautiful and private. We cannot wait to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

angel r.

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

Amazing house!

We will definitely be back! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Lovely and quiet

Very walkable to downtown Ocean Springs but still away from the hustle and bustle of downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenny K.

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

Great property-excellent location

The property was very clean and well stocked and organized. Excellent location to shops, restaurants and beaches. Quiet neighborhood. Pet friendly was a big plus. Third stay in Ocean Springs,best place,by far.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

Amazing stay!

Everything was great! Excellent floor plan for two couples to share. The house was super comfortable and homey. Neighborhood was quiet but close enough to walk to downtown. Spent lots of time on the shaded private patio area visiting and laughing. Wonderful rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMES G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle M.

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

Perfect little cottage

Great hosts, cutest little cottage with all the conveniences and even some you didn't know you needed....all within walking distance of downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Beautiful house

Like that it has 2 bed rooms and 2 bath rooms and fenced back yard
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

Cute Stay for Our Getaway!

This was a great place for my husband and me to stay while visiting Ocean Springs and Biloxi beach. It’s within walking distance to downtown Ocean Springs and less than 10 minutes’ drive to the beach. We thought the kitchen was well stocked with cooking gear, and the rooms were SPOTLESS! (And I’m very picky!) We liked the outdoor gear—The beach chairs and umbrella were perfect for the two of us. We will stay again if we’re in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberle s.

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

Ocean Springs paradise

Our stay was perfect! Our VRBO was better than the pictures. The location was ideal for downtown eating and shopping and walking to the beach. Hope to revisit the area in March. Our VRBO host made check-in and checkout very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly G.

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

Hreat

Adorable place. Only problem we couldn’t get the living room tv to work. Luckily we weren’t there much and the bedroom tv worked. But overall great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Russell cottage

Cute little home with plenty of room for us. Close to Government St.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty A.

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

Mississippi cheer

Great, wonderful, and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M.

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

Sister reunion at Russell Cottage

Russell cottage was lovely for my sisters and me. Close to everything, clean quiet, well-appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Light

Enjoyed the home and location. There was a light that shined from outside in the master bedroom at night. I could not find the switch for it. Otherwise is was perfect place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta H.

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

Wonderful place

This is a beautiful home in a great neighborhood. I would definitely recommend and stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

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

Russell Cottage

Cute cottage, just down the street from downtown Ocean Springs and lots of great places to eat. The cottage has all the comforts of home and at a good price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arden N.

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

A wonderful cottage

Just what we wanted. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Beth & Jack Riley

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Jack & Beth Riley have lived on the MS Gulf Coast for 44 years. They enjoy all that Ocean Springs has to offer and are happy to share their knowledge of the area with their guests.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this cottage as a rental in June of 2005. Then Hurricane Katrina hit in August and destroyed our house on the harbor. We were fortunate to have the 'Russell cottage' to move into and enjoyed it for over 4 years. We loved being able to walk downtown for work, play and business. We now live only 2 miles from the cottage but still maintain it as we would our own home.

What makes this property unique

Our cottage has the unique benefit of being in walking distance to the shopping and restaurants downtown, and to the beach and two parks. This is located in one of the oldest, established neighborhoods of Ocean Springs.

Languages:

English