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Dolphin House Charmer Yard Near Waterfront

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Smart TV, Netflix, books, streaming services
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dolphin House Charmer Yard Near Waterfront

Cheerful coastal vibe, two living areas and bedrooms and bathrooms split with 2/1 in the front and 1/1 in the back. Large laundry/office, sparkling new kitchen, coffee bar in the dining area, screened porch and outdoor dining area. Sought-after location in Gulfport where you can walk to everything – restaurants, shops, parks, beach and waterfront, Tuesday market and other Gulfport festivities. Both bathrooms have been remodeled. Small backyard with synthetic turf, pavers and lush landscaping.
We can't explain why guests say they relax the minute they enter Dolphin House.

Maybe it’s because the cheerful coastal vibe reminds them that they’ve finally made their escape to the beach. Or because comfortable furnishings and sun-filled spaces make this rental truly feel like home. Or because arriving in Gulfport means entering a vibrant community with a be-who-you-are attitude.

No matter the reason, we love knowing guests can find peace at our 3BR/2BA rental in the heart of the Waterfront District. From its shaded yard to its beach chic entertaining areas, Dolphin House is the ideal landing pad for you, your closest friends or family, and even your pup. Come discover Gulfport's beaches, dining, and jam-packed lineup of events - from farmer’s markets to full-fledged celebrations.

A DAY AT DOLPHIN HOUSE

In all three bedrooms, bright color schemes and tropical décor will fill you with Floridian spirit before your feet even hit the floor. Wake up lazily in the master’s king-size bed or either of the guest room’s queens.

Refresh in either of the two full bathrooms—one designated for the master, the other shared between the two guest rooms. If you need to check in with the real world, there’s a spot for that in the office by the master.

Get the day started by whipping up something fresh. Our fully equipped galley kitchen has plenty of counter space for chopping and prepping, plus a large fridge for all your farmer’s market finds.

Take your breakfast out to the shaded back patio and have a moment to yourself beneath the yard’s tall oak tree, or settle in around the six-person dining table for coffee and conversation.

The kitchen and dining space serve as the heart of this split floor plan home - here, you’ll find the perfect balance between privacy and time together.

Two living areas, one near the two guest bedrooms and another near the master, are chockfull of breezy charm. Opt for board games in the bamboo stalk green front living area or sink into cozy sofas for movie night in the back living area. Both have their own flat-screen TVs.

WHY WE LOVE DOLPHIN HOUSE

Fun, a little bit funky, and totally inviting, Dolphin House takes a cue from Gulfport itself. And it’s no wonder: this rental is tucked in the heart of town, just a 5-minute walk from the Waterfront District.

“Bored” isn’t in Gulfport’s vocabulary. No matter when you make your way here, you’ll find some way to immerse yourself in this unique community. Like GeckoFest, an annual end-of-summer celebration full of groovy jams, quirky street performers, and costume-clad revelers. Or bi-weekly art walks, weekly farmer’s markets, and summer sock hops.

When you’re ready to take a break from downtown’s lively spirit for something a little quieter, pedal one of our complimentary bikes a half-mile to the Pinellas Bike Trail or walk a block to the dog park with your four-legged pal.

Free Wifi. Now with Netflix! Pets welcome with additional fee.

Two Ring cameras onsite.

Reservations require the completion of a signed rental agreement including your credit card details. You are entering into an agreement with Splashy Ventures/Gulfport Florida and Splashy is the merchant of record for rent, taxes and fees.

Property manager

Beth Sexworth

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

6

About the neighborhood

Map
Gulfport, FL

What's nearby

  • Eckerd College - 9 min drive
  • Tropicana Field - 10 min drive
  • Upham Beach - 14 min drive
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 15 min drive
  • Pass-a-Grille Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪O'Maddy's Bar & Grille - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪JB's Seafood Market - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Neptune Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gulfport Cafe - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dolphin House Charmer Yard Near Waterfront pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dolphin House Charmer Yard Near Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dolphin House Charmer Yard Near Waterfront?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dolphin House Charmer Yard Near Waterfront located?

Situated in Gulfport, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Gulfport Beach and Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market. Gulfport Casino and Pasadena Shopping Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Dolphin House Charmer Yard Near Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 169 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tonia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gulfport - Eckerd College Dropoff
Dolphin House Charmer was the perfect location for a few days' stay ahead of dropping off our daughter for her first year at Eckerd College in St. Pete. We used the front bedroom as a staging area for all of the stuff we trekked down from Minnesota with and found Gulfport to be a great middle ground for completing all of the final errands to finish outfitting her dorm room. The house had everything we needed and was so comfortable! We loved how easy it was to walk to coffee shops, restaurants, breweries, and the waterfront. Given that we will be regularly visiting our daughter and exploring the area, I intend to make Dolphin House our regular spot to book!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection as Always
This is our 2nd time staying at Dolphin House. The first time was in December 2012 before the upgrades & it was great the, but now it is amazing! The addition of a screened porch was wonderful, the new kitchen is gorgeous, & the coffee bar is great! Thank you for a relaxing vacation in a spacious house with awesome amenities!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to stay
Perfect place to stay with family or friends. 2nd time here. Love it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice trip
We had such an easy time with our stay! The house is perfect for couples or a family with the split floor plan! The fenced in backyard made it so easy for us with our little fur babies as well❤️ I would highly recommend if you love Gulfport or St Pete area because it is close to it all!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
First move from Louisiana
We so enjoyed this first house in our move from Louisiana .
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property and Location
We came for the Sarasota Arts Festival and are glad we stayed in this area. We own several long term and two short term rentals so we know how things should be managed. This property checked all the boxes. It was spotless and very well maintained. You can walk to several good Resturant’s and the local beach. We really enjoyed the Italian and Greek Resturants. The beds were comfortable and the screened in porch was an added luxury.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
This property was perfect for our staycation. We had a wedding to attend in the area and property was a perfect little hideaway while being close enough to getting everywhere we wanted to. Great walking distance to the picturesque Gulfport. The neighbors/neighborhood was quiet, perfect to have a cup of coffee and/or grill in the backyard. Our host had great communication with us and was able to address any and all the questions I had beforehand. We would definitely recommend to others as well as stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Third times a charm!
This was our third stay at Dolphin House. We like the layout, which allows for some privacy when staying with family members such as adult siblings. The kitchen is very well equipped. This was the second year that we made Thanksgiving dinner while there. The neighborhood is great for walking. There are restaurants and shops nearby. All in all a great place to stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family
We have family in Gulfport and this house was perfect for our stay. Close proximity to town shores and our family and close to all the shops and restaurants. We cannot wait to stay here again. We give you five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ll Be Back!
Outstanding location, many dining and entertainment options within walking distance. Open floor plan but with two different zones for privacy. Well appointed home. Excellent communication with host. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need!
Was so pleased to have a fully stocked kitchen. There were also spices, oil and vinegar, etc . Plenty of beach towels and chairs for us to take down to the beach. My teens loved riding the bikes around town. Plenty of space for our family of 5. The 2 separate living areas were really nice to have too. Kitchen and bath remodels were beautiful and we loved outdoor landscaping. Just perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Summer Vacation
We had a great 4th of July experience at the Dolphin House. GulfPort fireworks display was amazing! My grandkids enjoyed them! The location was great a lot of things to experience within a few blocks of the house. We will be going back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B., Leland, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home!
Very nice layout of the home. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ingeborg D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay at Dolphin house
The Dolphin house was perfect in every way. Clean, spacious and everything you could wish for was in the house. Very close to restaurants and stores. We loved our stay here and would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim H., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Dolphin house is perfection
We loved every minute at the house and the neighborhood
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great neighborhood
Very pretty rooms - lots of Space - beautiful!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home away from home
The house was very clean, communication was great, and it is in a great location as it is within walking distance to so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gulfport St Paddy’s
This was a great spot tucked in just behind all the hot spots in Gulfport. Easy walking distance to all that Gulfport offers. Clean and well maintained house, 3 separate bedrooms, 2 full baths, great kitchen, open concept with a couple of nice outdoor sitting areas. I highly recommend this place and plan to use it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is a 10
From start to finish we can’t say it any better than we would love to rent the Dolphin House again in a heartbeat. Loved being able to walk to everything Gulfport has to offer. The owners have supplied everything you will need and the house was super nice. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Something for everyone
This was our second stay at Dolphin House, this time for two weeks. The layout is great, particularly if your group includes extended family (as ours did) or friends. And if you like to cook, you will find a well equipped kitchen. This property is quiet, but is also close to the Gulfport restaurants and bars. We enjoyed our morning walks (working off those vacation calories) in the neighborhood. It is a quick drive to downtown St. Pete and everything it has to offer.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space, great location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can't wait to stay again! The property is perfectly located for us, bring able to get either to the beach or downtown St Pete within 10 mins. It's also walkable to the downtown / waterfront area of Gulfport. The house is laid out well and even though we were only two adults and one pup, it's a great space for a family for sure. We loved having laundry on site too. The host was excellent to deal with and we liked the high tech feature of being able to communicate via the digital wall panel. Never seen that before but we want one for our own vacation rental! We loved our stay so much that we extended it and will certainly book again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine D., Cincinnati, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s Got it All
The Dolphin House is an amazing property located in an inclusive and diverse artist community. It was spotless without feeling sterile. You just wanted to take your shoes off and relax, which is the whole point of a vacation after all. The owner has thought of everything when stocking this home and even came up with something’s you didn’t know you needed. One innovation is the wall mounted electronic concierge kiosk. You check in and check out using this device and it also offers you suggestions for your stay. St Pete Beach is a short 15 minutes away or the less crowded community beach is at the end of the street. I would definitely stay here again. This house is a winner when it comes to vacation rentals.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelli H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dolphin House
The house was very nice and in a great location for walking to town, to restaurants, and to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT PLACE TO STAY
The property was awesome! Lots of room for our family. The split layout was wonderful. The kitchen was well stocked. The beds were all comfortable. The backyard was great for grilling. Literally one block from all the restaurants, bars, etc. We enjoyed going to Caddy's! Great establishment with drinks, food and heard some wonderful bands. Watched the fireworks, and also had a great italian dinner. Went to the ice cream shop and was wonderful as well. Definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family travel
Clean property at great location Quaint town with lots of restaurants and walking distance to the bay Well allocated kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022