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Casa "Pura Vida"

Bay St Louis accommodation with kitchen

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81175 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Bay Saint Louis, MS

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About the neighborhood

Getting around

  • Gulfport - Biloxi Intl. Airport (GPT) - 37 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Casa "Pura Vida"

The name Casa Pura Vida comes from a Costa Rican saying, " pura vida" meaning pure life; however it is more than just a saying it is a lifestyle of sorts. One that's all about enjoying life's little pleasure, slowing things down and living life to the fullest. So come enjoy the charm of this newly remodeled home with new furniture and located in the piney woods just minutes from the bay & the Silver Slipper Casino. So enjoy Pura Vida in the pines, beach, and bayous of Bay Saint Louis Mississippi.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: yes

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,175 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 complete the following before checking out:
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please place all trash in the dumpster & turn off all lights & AC.
Please hang up all towels to air dry. We will take care of the beds.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Smoking is only allowed outdoors & butts should be placed in trash after completely out or in butt can.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please do not allow pets in bedrooms Thanks

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Yes

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Casa "Pura Vida" Bay St Louis
Casa "Pura Vida" Private vacation home
Casa "Pura Vida" Private vacation home Bay St Louis

Frequently asked questions

How close is Casa "Pura Vida" to the airport?

This cottage is 30.3 mi (37-min drive) away from the Gulfport - Biloxi Intl. Airport (GPT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Casa "Pura Vida" have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Casa "Pura Vida" to the beach?

This cottage is 3.6 mi (9-min drive) from Clermont Harbor Beach and 4.2 mi (11-min drive) from Lakeshore Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Casa "Pura Vida" offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Casa "Pura Vida"?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Silver Slipper Casino (11-min drive) and Hollywood Casino (15-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Casa "Pura Vida"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Casa "Pura Vida"?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Casa "Pura Vida" have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Casa "Pura Vida" have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Casa "Pura Vida" to downtown Bay St Louis?

This cottage is 6.2 mi away from Bay St Louis.

Casa "Pura Vida" Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Liked the communication with Jerry.The house was clean ,surrounding neighborhood was peaceful and quite. The stay was very accurate listing.I was very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sue S., SCHOOLCRAFT

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a clean, comfortable house; the kitchen was well stocked, neighborhood was quiet and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dawn Marie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. Spacious and clean. Easy access and everything we needed was there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy F., Cape coral

Liked: Cleanliness
A very nice place for our stay, close enough to Gulfport, Bay St. Louis and even New Orleans, but tucked away in a quiet location. Just a few suggestions; it was very hot out while we were there and the a/c could not keep up during the day, a few ceiling fans could cool the residence down and assist with the a/c. Next, even after scraping and pre-rinsing the dishes, the dishwasher did not get the dishes clean.Those were just minor suggestions and did not take away from the comfort of the house. We had a great time and the owners were easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vince D.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jean W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and affordable

House was exactly as stated. We wanted something affordable and in the bay area, ans not necessarily on the beach. This place suited our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Casa Pura Vida

We were looking for a house within an easy drive of Slidell, LA. Casa Pura Vida fit the bill! We had a very comfortable stay. The house was clean and had a decent sized and stocked kitchen. Unfortunately, we did not have enough time to enjoy the firepit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Clean

This is a well kept home that is very clean and smelled nice. Had a small issue with microwave which the host took care of right away. I was able to use the garage which was a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Off the beaten path

I was expecting to be closer to Bay St. Louis. Very nice house with great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelia W., Brandon ms

Liked: Cleanliness

Angelia

Perfect for group of ladies attending meetings !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Elevated Energy S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Would not recommend

The owner seems to be trying to charge a lot of extra money, after I booked. It was double booked so we could not get checked in one the first day. I had paid for a nearby hotel for my employees after he said he would reimburse, but he didn’t not reimburse the full total on the receipt I sent. After check out, he is saying it will need extra cleaning so I’m sure he can charge my company yet again. While they were there, a ladder was stolen out of the back of a truck. Couldn’t check the cameras for me, but definitely didn’t fail to tell me when it was offline. I will never rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jenna J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little house

The house was as pictured and ideal for our one night stay. Only issue we had was that the cleaning lady arrived at 10 am when our listing said that our check out was 11 am.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angelia W., Brandon ms

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent place to stay!

Very clean! Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie C., Clay, KY USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Mississippi Getaway Vacation

This beautiful home met all of our needs, as I was booking I saw through pictures that it met all of our requirements for a rental, and the host was very accommodating. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice home

Nice, clean home. No issues during the stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracie s.

Liked: Cleanliness

cute and comfy

Jerry was a great host! We evacuated from a Hurricane and were above average needy renters , honestly. Jerry was so very kind, spoke to me numerous times over the phone and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed for a home away from home - can’t thank them enough !
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021