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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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Bay St Louis, MS
  • Place, beach near Old Town Bay St Louis
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay St. Louis Little Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Alice Moseley Folk Art and Antique Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulfport, MS (GPT-Gulfport - Biloxi Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About this property

Cozy Living Close to the Beach

This cozy cottage is a short walk to shopping, dining, and our beautiful beach with bike and walking path. You will feel safe at home in this quiet setting located directly behind the owner's 1882 Creole Cottage. Private parking and a large yard provide lots of space for pets and lounging.
This space includes almost 900 square feet of living area with all the comforts of home. The enclosed front porch has a washing machine and dryer, ironing board, iron and outdoor games. The back porch seating area overlooks the pond and pottery studio.
Our customers tell us they enjoy this guesthouse's walkable location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Bay St. Louis Little Theater. Features include laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Bay St. Louis Little Theater and Alice Moseley Folk Art and Antique Museum
As a guest of Cozy Living Close to the Beach, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Bay St Louis guest house.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed only on the screened porch.

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Deposit all your garbage into the green can along side the main house.
Remove all food from the refrigerator.
Text Joy when you have left. 228 493-4102
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Host must be notified in advance when bringing pets. Maximum 2 small dogs ( up to 20 lbs each) or 1 larger breed ( over 20 lbs)
Be outside with your pet and bag all poop.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pet fee is $40.00

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed only on the screened porch.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Cozy Living The St Louis
Cozy Living Close to the Beach Guesthouse
Cozy Living Close to the Beach Bay St Louis
Cozy Living Close to the Beach Guesthouse Bay St Louis

Cozy Living Close to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The location was great and the hostess was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host, location, pet friendly and cozy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay and look forward to going back. Very comfortable. Kitchen well stocked. Close to the beach and old town shops. But also far enough away from the train and the bars so very quiet. I’ve stayed in bay St. Louis frequently and this is definitely my new favorite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry B P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Being a retired couple we welcomed the quiet and spacious room…and the luggage cart! Perfect location and distance from beach and also the food and drink establishments by the docks. Pet friendly also.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was cute, clean, and very comfortable. The amenities were everything needed for a stay. The cottage was close to friends locations and Main Street and restaurants. It was a very pleasant stay. We would definitely consider renting again. Great Place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy place close to everything and the owners are so sweet!!! I highly recommend, and plan on staying there again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was perfect in every way. Location. Ambiance. Cleanliness. Sweet and available hostess. Private. Loved it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Great Stay

The Cottage is perfect for a couple getaway and the Host Joy is Great!! Definitely Recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joy is a great host. We will be back
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All of the above. Comfortable, cozy and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

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

Nice place

Very nice place to stay. Would recommend for quiet place to enjoy BSL.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Great location

I would definitely consider staying here again when I return to lovely Bay St. Louis
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri P.

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

Great stay!

We had a great time in Bay St. Louis. The property was great and our host was welcoming, helpful, and had great suggestions for us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Great place

Our second stay here was great. Joy is so welcoming, the location is excellent and the cottage is comfortable and quiet. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Charming, comfortable cottage.

We very much enjoyed our brief stay at Joy's cottage. It was cozy, comfortable and just a short walk from the beach and the Old Town historic district. A perfect weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina Y.

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

Wonderful getaway !

We would highly recommend this cottage. Close to beach, shopping & great food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Bay St. Louis getaway

Great location and quiet area. Joy was a great host! Really enjoyed our stay in BSL!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

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

Perfect little cottage!

The cottage is quiet and peaceful. Perfect for a get away and it is within walking distance to beach and downtown. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Very nice cottage. We enjoyed our time there. Would rent this cottage again.

Very pleasant experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gail L.

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

Relaxing getaway

Cottage was clean and quiet. Nice neighborhood. Host was informative.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne B.

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

Comfortable Cottage

Our stay was very enjoyable. The location to shopping, beach, casinos and entertainment is excellent. The cottage was well equipped, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

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

Nice place

Cottage was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Carnival Time Get Away

Great stay, will definitely stay there again. Very clean and comfortable, met all of our needs. Two thumbs up .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie T.

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

Lovely stay at Compass Rose Cottage

The cottage was lovely and in a quiet, peaceful area, yet within walking distance to beach, large public pier, restaurants and shopping. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Cottage near beach

Clean, comfortable cottage. Great location. Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024