Title: Brightside Bungalow - Minutes from beach, 3 full baths, and a comfy patio! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Brightside Bungalow - Minutes from beach, 3 full baths, and a comfy patio! Holiday home with kitchen, near Island View Casino ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115890000/115881400/115881326/5d0446ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115890000/115881400/115881326/e0581c21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115890000/115881400/115881326/d02218aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115890000/115881400/115881326/932651ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115890000/115881400/115881326/c6172546.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located close to Island View Casino and Gulfport Beach, Brightside Bungalow - Minutes from beach, 3 full baths, and a comfy patio! provides a water park, a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Brightside Bungalow - Minutes from beach, 3 full baths, and a comfy patio! Brightside Bungalow – A Colorful Gulfport Retreat Just Minutes from the Beach! Welcome to Brightside Bungalow—where bold design, breezy comfort, and cheerful coastal vibes come together in one joyful package. Just a 15-minute stroll from the beach, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath getaway is ideal for guests looking to relax, reconnect, and explore the beauty of Gulfport. Whether you're here for sun and sand, seafood and strolls, or simply a vibrant home base, Brightside Bungalow was designed with you in mind. \~~~ ABOUT THE HOME Set behind a charming white picket fence, the bungalow greets you with a welcoming front porch and a cozy porch swing—perfect for sipping coffee and watching the day begin. Inside, every corner bursts with character. High ceilings, bold accent walls, and colorful, curated decor set the tone for a playful yet comfortable stay. The living room features a plush purple velvet sectional, glass coffee table, smart TV, and a decorative-only fireplace that adds ambiance and charm. Whether you're kicking back after a beach day or enjoying a movie night, this space is both fun and relaxing. The fully stocked kitchen includes vibrant turquoise cabinets, stainless steel and white appliances, and everything you need to cook meals or enjoy local takeout. A full-size fridge, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, blender, and cookware are all included. The cheerful vibe continues into the adjacent dining area, which offers a sunny spot to gather, eat, or play games. All three bedrooms are uniquely styled with bold, cozy charm. The primary suite features a queen bed, a twin cot tucked away in the closet, and en suite full bathroom. The two additional bedrooms each have full-size beds—one with its own en suite bathroom, and the other with easy access to the hallway bath. With thoughtful details, layered linens, and fun design, each room feels like its own little retreat. Outdoor Oasis Step outside and discover one of the true highlights of Brightside Bungalow. The covered patio feels like an outdoor living room, complete with comfy seating, a hammock, hanging egg chair, and a mounted smart TV. Whether you’re catching up on a show, sipping cocktails, or curling up with a book, this space invites you to stay awhile. Beyond the patio, the fenced backyard includes a fire pit surrounded by colorful chairs—perfect for roasting marshmallows, sharing stories, or unwinding after a day of adventure. \~~~ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS \- Bedroom 1: Queen bed + twin cot + en suite full bathroom \- Bedroom 2: Full bed + en suite full bathroom \- Bedroom 3: Full bed \- Full hallway bathroom \- Sleeps up to 6 guests comfortably \~~~ AMENATIES AND FEATURES \- High-speed Wi-Fi \- Smart TVs (indoor and outdoor) \- Central heating and air conditioning \- Fully equipped kitchen with cookware, dishware, utensils \- Coffee maker, toaster, blender \- Washer and dryer \- Towels, linens, and basic toiletries provided \- Iron & ironing board \- Fire pit with seating \- Covered patio with hammock + egg chair \- Outdoor smart TV lounge \- Decorative-only fireplaces \- Pet-friendly (with prior approval) \- Plenty of off-street parking \- Fenced backyard for added privacy \- Self check-in with smart lock \~~~ WHY GUESTS LOVE IT Brightside Bungalow isn’t your standard vacation rental—it’s filled with heart, soul, and joy. We’ve poured love into every detail, from the funky light fixtures to the rich color palette and curated furniture. It’s fun, fresh, and functional. With three full bathrooms, plenty of lounge space, and beautiful indoor-outdoor flow, this home makes it easy to settle in and stay awhile. Whether you're here for a quick beach escape or a longer stay, the home is designed to make life easier—stocked, spacious, and stress-free. It’s especially great for friend groups, couples traveling together, traveling professionals, or anyone who values great design and a little sunshine in their day. \~~~ ABOUT YOUR HOST Hi! I’m Virginia, founder of Bonnabel Haus Properties. I’m passionate about creating one-of-a-kind stays that feel like a warm hug after a long day of travel. I split my time between Louisiana and Idaho, where I help homeowners provide high-quality, well-managed stays. Hospitality is in my roots, and I’m always happy to offer tips, answer questions, or recommend the best Gulfport bites and sights. \~~~ NEARBY ATTRACTIONS You’re centrally located to enjoy all that the Mississippi Gulf Coast has to offer: \- Gulfport Beach – 15-minute walk \- Mississippi Aquarium – 5 minutes \- Island View Casino – 6 minutes \- Gulfport Premium Outlets – 10 minutes \- Jones Park + Marina – 5 minutes \- Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport – 12 minutes \- The Chimneys, Shaggy’s, and other top local restaurants – 5–10 minutes \- Gulf Islands Waterpark – 15 minutes \- Biloxi (museums, casinos, beaches) – 20–25 minutes \- New Orleans – Just over 1 hour away—perfect for a day trip! \~~~ PERFECT FOR \- Girls’ trips \- Beach getaways with friends \- Families or couples traveling together \- Work-from-anywhere travelers \- Military families visiting the area \- Anyone who loves color, creativity, and comfort — At Brightside Bungalow, you’ll find more than a vacation rental—you’ll find a little sunshine for the soul. Come stay on the bright side. We’d love to host you. Guest access Guests will have full access to the home, including all living spaces, bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and the fenced backyard. Enjoy the entire space as your own during your stay! Please note, one small storage closet will be locked for owner use and is not accessible to guests. Everything else is yours to relax, unwind, and enjoy! Other things to note Guests will have full, private access to: All living spaces All bedrooms All bathrooms Kitchen Fenced in backyard Please note: One small storage closet will be locked for owner use and is not accessible to guests. Everything else is yours to relax, unwind, and enjoy! Pets Pets are allowed but must be approved prior to the stay. There is a $75/pet fee. Only non aggressive breeds allowed per insurance. Smoking No Smoking or Vaping: Strictly smoke-free property. A $1,000 cleaning fee will be charged for any violations. Noise Policies This home is in a peaceful, scenic area. Please respect quiet hours and be considerate of the surrounding neighborhood. Quiet Hours: 10PM - 8AM Weather notices “Mississippi weather can be unpredictable, and while we do our best to prepare for anything, we cannot be held responsible for delays, power outages, storms, or other unforeseen events outside our control. Refunds will not be issued for weather-related events, utility interruptions, or other circumstances beyond our influence. We recommend purchasing travel insurance for added peace of mind.” Guest Requirement and Security Deposits Guest Rental Agreement, Security Deposit, & ID Verification Required All guests must complete a Guest Rental Agreement, ID verification, and Security Deposit before receiving Arrival Instructions. Security Deposit Options Non-refundable insurance waiver (required for stays under 10 days). Option for a refundable security deposit instead—please inquire for details. We understand that security deposits can feel like an added hassle, so we offer the smaller non-refundable insurance waiver as an alternative for shorter stays. This option provides peace of mind for both you and us, covering common accidental damages—such as a spilled drink or a broken dish—without requiring a large upfront payment. Our goal is to ensure a smooth, stress-free experience for all guests while maintaining the beauty and comfort of our home.” Please review the house rules and feel free to reach out with any questions before your stay. We look forward to hosting you! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 4 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - 8 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70770000/70766500/70766484/d546cea7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little Blue Hideaway Long Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews £224 includes taxes & fees 21 Oct - 22 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=70766484&PinnedHotelID=70766484&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23710000/23708700/23708658/46f1c416.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 5 min walk to BEACH (1 block). 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Must pickup after dogs outside, $25 cleaning fee if violated. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 4 total pets Note from host: No aggressive breeds per insurance; $75/pet/stay ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=30.370155,-89.09658&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:qpkxDrtx%7EO%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%3FS%40Q%3FO%40Q%40Q%40SBQ%40OBQBQ%40QBQDOBSBODOBSDODODQDODOFODQFODOFMFQFMFOHMFOHMHOFKHOHMHMJMHMHKJKHMJKJMJIJKJKJIJKJILIJKLIJILGLILGLIJGLGNGLGLGLELGNELENCLENCLGNCLANENANCLCNANANALANAN%3FN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40NBN%40LBN%40NDL%40NBLFNBLDNBLDNDLFLDLFLFNFLFJFNHJFLHLFJHLHJJLHJHJJJHJJJJJJJJJJHLJJHJHLJLHLHLHNFJHNHLFNHLFNFLFPFLDNFNDPFNDNDNDPDNDNBRDNBNDRBNBP%40PBPBP%40NBP%40R%40P%40P%3FN%40P%40R%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPARAP%3FNAPAPARCPANCPCPAPCPCNERCNENCRENENEPENENGNEPGNENGLGPGLGNILGNILINGJINILILKLILIJKLIJKJKJKJKJKJKHKJKHMHKJMHKHMFMHKFOHKFMFOFMFMFMDMFODMDOBMDOBMFOBM%40ODO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOAMAOAOAOAMCOCOAOEMAOCMGOCMEOCMEOEMGMEMGMGOGMGKGMIMGMIMGKIMIKKMIKIKKKIKKKKKIKMKKIKKMIKIMKMIMIMIOGKIOIMGOIMGOGMGQGMEOGOEQGOEOEOEQEOEOCSEOCOCSEOCQAQCQCQAOCQASAQAQ%3FOAQ%3FSAQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qZNzxwZGnoAENeXfsAnCrs162Yw=) Gulfport, MS #### What's nearby - Gulfport Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Port of Gulfport - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Island View Casino - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Memorial Hospital at Gulfport - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Mississippi Aquarium - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles #### Getting around - Gulfport Amtrak Station - 11 min walk - Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Island View Casino Resort - ‬12 min walk - ‪Island View Casino Buffet - ‬12 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk - ‪Los Sarapes Tacos Y Mas - ‬13 min walk - ‪Beach Blvd Steamer - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Brightside Bungalow - Minutes from beach, 3 full baths, and a comfy patio! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). ### What time is check-in at Brightside Bungalow - Minutes from beach, 3 full baths, and a comfy patio!? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Brightside Bungalow - Minutes from beach, 3 full baths, and a comfy patio!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Brightside Bungalow - Minutes from beach, 3 full baths, and a comfy patio! located? > Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Gulfport Recreation Center, Island View Casino and Gulfport Beach. Harbor Square Park and Bellissimo Spa & Salon are also within 15 minutes. Gulfport Amtrak Station is 11 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Brightside Bungalow - Minutes from beach, 3 full baths, and a comfy patio! Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.