Places to stay near De Soto National Forest

Cozy FarmHouse w Goats & GlassBlowing 5min to town

Located on Thomley’s Christmas Tree Farm, home to the only Glassblowing Hot Shop in Mississippi. Featured on HGTV’s “Hometown”, we welcome fans of the show. The house is 2,600sqft. New granite countertops and Wifi. We have 28 goats & 19 baby goats. Kidding season is Feb-Mar. Tree Farm is busy from Nov 15- Dec 15. The GlassBlowing studio is seasonal and stays busy Feb-April & Oct-Dec. We also have a nice Gallery. Thomley Farmers Market is the Last Saturday of the month 10am-2pm from April-August

the Bird House/Center of Ocean Springs

The "Bird House," a charming 80's "Ishee Style" Bill Allen home, is located in the serenity of picturesque downtown Ocean Springs. The historic shopping & dining district of the downtown, and beautiful sugar sands of the beach are a 5 minute drive by car or a 1.5 mi walk. This house has room to sleep a family of 8, but plenty of interior & exterior space for entertaining. Visitors come for art, bicycling, bird-watching, cruising, festivals, fishing, gaming, shopping and the uncrowded beaches.

Spacious creek-side getaway!

Why stay in the city when you can get off the grid & still easily access the city in 15 mins & beautiful Paul b. Johnson park/lake in 8 mins?Cathedral ceiling, rope swing,4 indoor/outdoor TV’s, fire pit & wood burning fireplace, all overlooking the water. Large upstairs deck & great lower covered activity space for hot days.Wi-Fi, board games, foosball, darts, outdoor stereo system, popcorn, snacks/coffee, and responsive host. Awesome neighbors & everything you need to have a great getaway!

The Downtown Komp Building Condo

NEW!! Discover this one-of-a-kind condo in the beautifully renovated Komp Building, nestled in downtown Hattiesburg. This spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath unit boasts stunning architecture and and a loft-style feel. Enjoy a king bed in BR1 and queen bed in BR2, a fully stocked kithen, and two stylish bathrooms. Walk to The Lucky Rabbit, local restaurants, and the Saenger Theatre, or take a quick 30-minute drive to Laurel. Located only 3 miles from USM, it's perfect for your Hattiesburg visit!

The Hippie Rose

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. This little gem is a nature lovers paradise nestled in the woods on acreage with privacy. Sit on the front porch and watch the Koi swim in a pond located directly off the deck. Gaze out over the Gorgeous gardens planted for the birds and butterflies. There’s a Fire pit to enjoy right off the front porch and a green egg smoker for cooking. This cottage is an open concept floor plan with Skylights throughout with tons of natural lighting

The Roundhouse Retreat: A Private Lakefront Escape

Step into a unique circular home amid towering pines, overlooking a peaceful lake. Ideal for couples, families, or professionals craving privacy and comfort, this exclusive retreat offers direct lakefront access complete with a small boat, private dock, and stunning views. Inside: spacious living areas, equipped kitchen, plush bedrooms, Wi-Fi, and modern amenities. Outside: relax on the deck, explore forest trails, or unwind by the water. Discover rare charm fused with natural serenity.

The Leaf River Yacht Club KAYAKS INCLUDED

If you are looking for the perfect escape, look no further than “The Leaf River Yacht Club”. This beautiful cabin will make you feel right at home as if you are in The Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. Built in 2014, this home offers breathtaking views of the long & winding Leaf River, a 1-mile sandbar, unlimited sounds of nature & birds singing, as well as peace & quiet. Located 1.8 miles off the blacktop, this getaway allows you to reconnect with nature & re-energize for the daily grind.

Gaines’s Get Away

This is not a pet friendly listing due to severe pet allergies. If you are looking for a nice quiet place to relax you have found it. We have 2 ponds stocked with catfish, bass and bream. The home has everything you need to cook a great meal, including fresh rosemary and basil growing in pots at the front door. This listing is 30 minutes to Hattiesburg and Laurel. We are located 1 1/2 hours from the coast and casinos. We are 1 1/2 hours to Mobile and 2 1/2 hours to New Orleans.

Tiny House at Fulmer's Farmstead & General Store

Break away from it all and enjoy spending a little time at a slower pace on our 40 acre horse-powered produce farm. You will fall in love with our 240 square foot tiny house with its wrap around porch. Amish rockers complete the space making it an ideal place for that morning or evening cup of coffee. Enjoy touring the farm and watching our Percheron draft horses at work or young colts playing. Chickens, cows, and sheep round out the animals to check out here on the farm.

The Creekside Cabin Retreat #1

Welcome to Creekside Cabin. This little gem is exactly what you need if you are looking to get away from it all! With 1000’ of creek front, seasonal sandbars and 7 acres of woods to explore. You will feel refreshed from the daily hustle and bustle of noisy neighbors and traffic sounds. From kayaks to hammocks, we have it covered. Isn’t it about time to relax? *Seasonal hot tub only included in winter stays!* Need more space? Ask about also renting our cabin next door!

Lemon Cottage

The BEST LOCATION in town! Newly constructed cozy cottage located in downtown Ocean Springs, 1 block off of main street. Perfect location for enjoying the delights of Ocean Springs -- shops, restaurants and bars, Walter Anderson Museum, the beach, golf, Biloxi gambling. Right across the street from the Ocean Springs Library. Walking distance to some of the best attractions in town. The Lemon Cottage has two porches to relax on and an outside pavilion for cook-outs.

The ‘48 Spartanette Camper

Come stay in the Newley renovated 1948 Spartanette Camper! We are 10 mins from town, in a quiet, forested getaway. If this camper is booked check out our other vintage camper on the same property! Follow us on Insta! @hattiesburgvintagecampers Deck Wifi 1 King Bed Kitchen Bathroom Coffee Station Smart TV Chairs for relaxing Table for eating/Working 10 min to any where in Hattiesburg 3 min to Camp Shelby 10 min to Paul B. Johnson State Park