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These are the 5 most expensive Airbnb rentals on the MS Coast. See what makes them so great

The most expensive Airbnb on the Mississippi Gulf Coast includes a heated pool and plenty of space across three homes.
The most expensive Airbnb on the Mississippi Gulf Coast includes a heated pool and plenty of space across three homes. Screengrab from Airbnb

Beach-views, heated pools, private spas and quiet retreats await visitors looking to drop a pretty penny on a vacation rental on the Mississippi Coast.

Airbnb, an online marketplace connecting travelers with lodging across the globe, operates in over 240 countries and regions and features more than 9 million active listings, according to the company data released in February.

Along Mississippi’s Gulf Coast, luxury vacation homes offer relaxing views and upscale amenities, and three of the top five most expensive listings are on the same property.

Here’s what to know about the top five most expensive Airbnbs for a five night stay on the Mississippi Coast as of May 8.

1. Modern Coastal Homes with Heated Pool

The most expensive Airbnb for a five-day stay on the Mississippi Coast features a heated pool and three non-connecting homes.
The most expensive Airbnb for a five-day stay on the Mississippi Coast features a heated pool and three non-connecting homes. Screengrab from Airbnb

Located in Bay St. Louis, this luxurious listing offers a spread of three non-connecting homes that can fit up to 61 people across 21 bedrooms and 15 bathrooms. Amenity highlights include a heated pool and spa, outdoor area, multiple kitchen and dining spaces and a quiet retreat just a short distance from the historic district.

For a five night stay at these homes, it cost $14,793, according to the listing.

2. Luxurious Coastal Homes with Heated Pool

The most expensive Airbnb for a five-day stay on the Mississippi Coast features a heated pool and three non-connecting homes.
The most expensive Airbnb for a five-day stay on the Mississippi Coast features a heated pool and three non-connecting homes. Screengrab from Airbnb

If this listing looks similar to the most-expensive listing on the Mississippi Coast, that’s because it is — well, with one of the three homes left out. Renting two homes on this property that includes a heated pool and spa will fit 26 people across 14 bedrooms and 10 and a half bathrooms.

A five night stay at two of these homes cost $11,013, according to the listing.

3. Beach-view Property

This property boasts beach views and a pool for the ultimate relaxing stay.
This property boasts beach views and a pool for the ultimate relaxing stay. Screengrab from Airbnb

Tucked away from the downtown action of downtown Bay St. Louis this listing offers beach views and a pool to relax by. It includes two units which can fit more than 16 people across six bedrooms and five bathrooms.

A five night stay at this property cost $9,358, according to the listing.

4. River Resort

This mini resort located on the river in Gulfport is the fourth-most expensive Airbnb listing on the Mississippi Coast.
This mini resort located on the river in Gulfport is the fourth-most expensive Airbnb listing on the Mississippi Coast. Screengrab from Airbnb

Located along the river in Gulfport, this listing boasts “mini-resort” vibes, along with a pool, hot tub and spacious indoor and outdoor living areas. It can host up to 16 people across six bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms.

A five night stay at this property cost $8,903, according to the listing.

5. Coastal Retreat with Heated Pool

It’s back to the basics with this listing that features one luxurious home and a heated pool in a quiet area of Bay St. Louis, according to the listing.
It’s back to the basics with this listing that features one luxurious home and a heated pool in a quiet area of Bay St. Louis, according to the listing. Screengrab from Airbnb

Another heated pool listing in Bay St. Louis? Well yes, sort of. This is the same listing that’s shown up before, but only offers one home. The property can fit up to 25 guests across its seven bedrooms and four bathrooms and offers access to the heated pool and private backyard.

Staying here for five nights costs $8,585, according to the listing.

Natalie Demaree
mcclatchy-newsroom
Natalie Demaree is a service journalism reporter covering Mississippi for McClatchy Media. She holds a master’s in journalism from Columbia Journalism School and a bachelor’s in journalism and political science with a specialization in African and African American Studies from the University of Arkansas. 
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