By Lee Green Pope I had been to Beauvoir many times in the past
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By Lee Green Pope I had been to Beauvoir many times in the past
By Lee Green Pope I had been to Beauvoir many times in the past but this was the first time since Katrina. As I drove up to the gate, I was happy to see the new white picket fence. I drove in and parked under a tree and got out of the car. I decided to look around a little on my own before I started the tour. After awhile I realized that I was looking at the empty spaces of buildings that were no longer there. Buildings that had been destroyed by the storm are now being temporarily replaced with trailers. There were many men at work and the sounds of their heavy equipment machines filled the air. The ten-year-old Jefferson Davis Presidential Library was being torn down. I learned that the building could have been repaired, but since it was located in a flood zone, it will be rebuilt 150 feet to the west on higher ground at a 45 degree angle facing the Beauvoir house instead of the Gulf. About a hundred yards to the west of where I was standing was the Beauvoir House. It seemed to be shinning in the early afternoon sun like a sign of hope for the future rebuilding. I was ready to start the tour. I walked over to the Gift Shop that is housed along with the Katrina Damage Exhibit in two FEMA trailers. Mr. Richard V. Forte, Sr. who is Chairman of the combined Boards of Beauvoir met me there, and I was delighted to learn he would be my tour guide. “Rick” as he is known, has been the acting director for two years and has been employed in various positions at Beauvoir for the past twenty-eight years. He informed me that Beauvoir is a National Historic Landmark and also a Mississippi Historic Landmark that is privately owned and managed by the Mississippi Division, United Sons of Confederate Veterans. This historic site encompasses 51 acres of the original Beauvoir estate. Several tourists joined us as we began the tour with the Katrina Damaged Artifacts Exhibit in the trailers. After the storm, employees and volunteers spent 18 months searching the grounds for anything they could find, and even today they continue to find artifacts from the museum. Presently there is not enough room in the trailers to display all the damaged artifacts that were found, but eventually there will be a special “Katrina Damaged Artifacts Exhibit” that will include everything that was found. For now, there are display cabinets in which everything from broken pieces of china to guns and swords are displayed. It is remarkable to see a china teacup that survived and metal containers that were smashed like accordions. In one display cabinet there was a dainty wristwatch that was bent and rusty. In my imagination, I wondered if it might have been a gift from Jefferson Davis to Mrs. Davis, and I pictured her smiling as he placed it on her wrist. After viewing the exhibit, we left the trailers and walked about 100 yards down the pathway to the Beauvoir House. Mr. Forte explained that from the first moment Jefferson Davis saw Beauvoir he thought of it as a “writer’s” retreat and an ideal environment for his retirement. In 1879, fourteen years after the war, he bought the estate from his good friend Mrs. Sarah Dorsey who had named the house “Beauvoir,” or “Beautiful View.” As we approached the house, I could not help but think about the people who had lived there. It is a museum now, but at one time, it was the Davis’ home with real people living in it. History tells us that this family experienced joys and sorrows along with happiness and tragedy. Jefferson Davis certainly had his share of tragedy. In 1832 while serving in the military under Colonel Zachary Taylor (later to be President Taylor), he met and fell in love with Taylor’s daughter, the lovely Sarah Knox Taylor. Her father reluctantly gave his blessing and they were married in June of 1835. Three months later on a trip to Louisiana, both of the newlyweds contracted malaria and consequently, Sarah died. Davis was heartbroken, and although he thought he would never love again, ten years later he met, and married the beautiful Varina Howell. They had six children, four boys and two girls, Samuel Emory, Margaret Howell, Jefferson Davis, Jr., Joseph Evan, William Howell and Varina Anne (Winnie). Sadly, the only child who lived in the house was Winnie. All four boys died before he purchased the house and the oldest daughter Margaret had married two years earlier. When we arrived at the house Mr. Richard F. Flowers, the curator, met us on the veranda. I was impressed by his encyclopedic knowledge of Beauvoir and equally so by his projection and enunciation. I envisioned him performing King Lear or perhaps Julius Caesar. He explained that the outside of the house is complete but inside the artwork is only 25 percent complete. Historic artists were selected to paint the walls and ceilings as close to the original as possible as evidenced by the scaffolding in the reception hall. Mr. Flowers called our attention to the rounded corners and frescoed walls of the Reception Hall that were originally painted in the Rococo style by a German artist. He explained that everything possible was being done to replicate the paint, wood, furniture and furnishings to the original materials, colors and style. The front parlor and the separate bedrooms for Jefferson Davis and Mrs. Davis were located on the west side of the house. Of particular interest to me were the iron bathtubs in each of their rooms. Mrs. Davis’ tub was bigger and nicer than her husband’s tub. He could only stand up in his tub, but Mrs. Davis had the luxury of being able to sit down in hers. As we walked through the house, I was particularly drawn to the back parlor that also served as a library. I imagined President Davis working on one of his two-volume set of books, The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government. I pictured his fifteen year old daughter Winnie approaching her father and saying, “Daddy, you’ve been working so hard. You need to stop and rest for a few minutes. Why don’t you come out to the veranda and have a cup of tea with me?” I was brought back to reality as we approached the dining room. The table was set as if the family would be coming in to dinner at any minute. The Butler’s Pantry was located directly behind the dining room and also served as the children’s dining room. Apparently, the children were not permitted to sit with the grown ups until they had learned proper table manners and were mature enough to be seen and not heard. Mr. Flowers said that Mrs. Davis specified that the two front bedrooms be set-aside as memorials to her two daughters, even though Margaret, the oldest daughter, was married and had never lived there. My favorite room was the Winnie Davis Memorial Room. It looked like a young girls’ room with the canopied bed, white curtains and bedspread, pink lamps, and pictures. Every detail of the room was delicate and dainty. I was especially drawn to the room because of what I had learned about Winnie. She was a beautiful girl with a charming personality. She was named Varina Anne for her mother and was the youngest of the six children. Winnie was a pet name that Davis had given both his wife and daughter. It is said to be an Indian name meaning, “bright” or “sunny.” During the War, Winnie was known throughout the south as the “Daughter of the Confederacy.” Sometime during the 1880’s, she met Alfred C. Wilkinson, a Syracuse, New York attorney whose grandfather had been a leading abolitionist. It was love at first sight for the both of them, and they became engaged. Davis objected to the engagement but finally gave his approval; however, Mrs. Davis, family, friends and even the veterans of the Civil War objected to the “Yankee” fiancée. Their romance lasted five years, and then they ultimately gave in to public outcry and broke up. Neither one ever married. I can’t help but believe that Winnie’s life story would have made a great romance novel. We finished the tour of the house and exited at the inside back porch stairway. I thanked Mr. Flowers for his informative and interesting tour and proceeded down the stairway. The heat of the summer afternoon that greeted me was a reminder that there was no air-conditioning back then. Although the house was constructed to take advantage of the breezes off the Gulf, I know from my experience on the coast that it must have been just plain hot both inside and outside of the house. I told Mr. Forte that the tour would not be complete without a visit to the Confederate Soldiers Home Cemetery and he graciously offered to take me there on his cart. Riding on Cemetery Road we passed the Nature Trail, the Educational Pavilion, the Bay Head Swamp and the Oyster Bayou Lagoon. The Lagoon has some alligators in it that appeared after Katrina and have resided there ever since. The cemetery is in a quiet and shady place in the northwest section of Beauvoir. Mr. Forte explained that in 1903 Mrs. Davis sold Beauvoir to the Sons of the Confederate. Veterans with the stipulation that it would be operated as a Confederate soldiers’ home. During the same year the cemetery was established as a part of the soldiers’ home. There are 780 Confederate veterans and wives buried in this historic cemetery. In addition on this site is the Tomb of the Unknown Confederate Soldier. This grave contains the remains of an unknown southern soldier killed in battle. Dedicated in 1981, the marble tomb symbolizes all unknown southern dead from 1861 to 1865. The body of the Unknown Soldier was found by Mr. Forte in the area of the Vicksburg Campaign. As I walked around and looked at the names on the simple headstones, I thought about the young men on both sides of the war who had fought for their cause and of their wives and families who lived through that difficult time. I said a quiet prayer for all of them. As we started to leave, I noticed that there was a single red, faded rose on the grave of one of the wives. I wondered why it was there and then decided that it might have been placed there as a remembrance for all of the wives. We got back on the cart and were riding back when we passed one more historical site. Mr. Forte pointed to a gravestone that seemed to be bigger than the others. He said it was the burial site and marker of “Polly the Mule” who was the beloved mascot and work animal for the Confederate Veterans Home. It was just what I needed to hear to end the tour on a light note. When we got back, I thanked Mr. Forte for making this a most informative, educational and enjoyable tour. It is obvious that he is a devoted and dedicated employee who goes above and beyond in all of his endeavors with Beauvoir. I decided to stay awhile and absorb what I had seen and heard. I walked over to a shady place and sat down on a bench to rest and reflect on the afternoon. I realized that I would never be able to convey all of the historical information and the significance of everything I had seen and heard, but I would do my best. As I sat there, I remembered the many times I had visited Beauvoir with the young people in the Gulfport Little Theatre’s Youth Program. We had been asked on several occasions to bring our musical productions to Beauvoir’s Candlelight Christmas, but the best times were when we performed the Shakespeare productions on the grounds. We set up a stage on the east side of the house. People came and brought blankets, chairs and lunches. I’ll never forget our production of Midsummer Night’s Dream when the fairies danced on the stage with Christmas tree lights twinkling like stars on a back drop underneath the real stars twinkling above. It was a magical evening. As I started to walk to my car, I took one last look around. It felt like I was forgetting something. As I looked around I realized that it was the trees. I had not noticed the trees previously. Half of the trees had been blown away in the storm and those that were left were battle-scarred but still standing. I reached out and touched the rough bark of one giant oak and noticed that the branches were full of green leaves. The trees are coming back, and to me, they are a symbol of the spirit of Beauvoir and the Coast. Beauvoir and the Mississippi Gulf Coast will be rebuilt and will be bigger and better than ever before. When thinking about the future, I could not help but smile as I got into my car and drove home. To make contributions or to join the Friends of Beauvoir call 228-388-4400 or write to: Beauvoir 2244 Beach Boulevard Biloxi, Ms. 39531. Beatlemania is coming to town! That’s right, the hit show is going to be at the Hard Rock Casino on Oct. 10th and 11th, during the Cruising The Coast Event, here in Biloxi. A show to please all... after all, who doesn’t absolutely love the Beatles music? The show covers different eras in the Beatles career, from Ed Sullivan right on through to Abbey Road. There will be multiple costume changes but, most importantly, this show is about “the music.” That’s what people want the most. To hear the great songs, the soundtracks of the 60’s, played well by really good musicians. And that’s just what to expect with this awesome show. The guys in the band are all alumni of the show that started the entire tribute-band thing, Beatlemania, which was more than a tribute-band, it was a huge Broadway hit. ”We’ve played all over the world for many years. It’s been a wonderful run,” says Bobby Taylor. Bobby, is a multi-talented artist that performs more than just theBeatlemania show. He is a songwriter and he has a new CD of his own compositions entitled, Route 66 Revisited. Bobby performs Beatlemania for fun. His own artistry is more important to him musically. In a musical category that would be considered Americana, Bobby covers multiple styles: Classic Rock, Ballads, New Orleans–style Rock and Roll, Latin Rock, Country, even Gospel. There’s lots of spice in Bobby’s musical gumbo. Anyone looking for an award winning, entertaining show should be sure to mark their calendar to see the upcoming show at the Hard Rock Casino October 10 and 11. Bobby says, “We hope all our fans, and lovers of the Beatles music, come out to see us. We’re looking forward to a really big show! And, the Hard Rock has, of course, the best showroom and casino in town. See you there!” Writers Journal Summertime arrived, and with it came a host of pleasure. First on the agenda was my latest book signing at The Gulfport Galleria of Fine Arts on April 26th. It’s always a pleasure to meet and greet the customers and entertain them with my stories. Next came a terrific book signing at Barnes & Noble in Crossroads on May 10, with my eighth Cozy Little Murder Mystery entitled,Until Death Do Us Part. Our fabulous production of “The Sound of Music” which KNS did originally in March on the 27, 28, 29 and 30 at the Biloxi Saenger Theater, was requested to perform at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Coliseum. It was held on May 17, to a audience of two thousand! Thirdly the Gulf Coast Writer’s Association Banquet was held at the Royal China Buffet on Highway 49, on May 31st. Yours truly, who is Secretary of GCWA, won an Honorable Mention for a short story entitled, The Last Bargain. June burst into focus with four terrific events! First The Gulfport Galleria of Fine Art held its First Anniversary on June 13. Secondly, my book signing at the Can Do Corner on the Naval Construction Battalion Center on June 14, and I also held a book signing at the Biloxi Art Association Festival at Edgewater Mall on June 20, 21, 22. Coming up in August, Lucy and I are traveling to the historic city of Vicksburg for the Mississippi Writer’s Conference. Of course you realize during all this time, I’m steadily holding down my job as receptionist for Education and Psychology/Education, Research and Leadership at The University of Southern Mississippi, Gulf Coast. So keep your pencils sharpened, your pens poised and the BBQ ready! Whoops! I almost forgot to mention my second children’s book, A Christmas Carousel of Children’s Stories. This will be out in late October. Just in time for Christmas! Remember that worthwhile saying: Learn to read, BUT read to learn. Remember the troops... For further information, e-mail Terry at Theresa. Miles@usm.edu Ocean Springs is situated on the Gulf Coast between New Orleans and Mobile. Home to nearly 18,000 residents, the City boasts with eclectic style, bountiful shops and restaurants, charming bed & breakfasts and a picturesque beach. The City has been known as an artist community for more than 100 years with art displayed everywhere. There is art on inside walls of the local donut shop, in the many art galleries in downtown, at the local park, on the outside of buildings and more. The City’s art association consists of more than 300 members with several demonstrating at the co-op Art House. There is a Cultural Center for Arts and Education that hosts a variety of art classes and includes a gallery and performing arts theatre. The Walter Anderson Museum of Art is located in the heart of downtown showcasing the works of the nationally recognized painter, Walter Inglis Anderson. Brother, Peter Anderson was founder of Shearwater Pottery, a local pottery studio in existence for more than 70 years. Welcome to the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast. My name is Dina and I work at e SPA in Gulfport. In each issue of this magazine I strive to enlighten the reader about various aspects of the spa and salon industry. My goal is to inform you. In this issue I want to discuss the different types of salons and spas and what kind of services you can have done. Some hair and nail salons are set up for just hair or nail care, while most spas are set up for services that mainly focus on the whole body such as skin care, nail care and therapeutic massage. Some spas with salons offer all of these services. I know it can be confusing and hard to decide what type of salon is right for you. Well, I want to help you with that. If you’re looking for a new hairstyle or just a cut and a manicure, a hair and nail salon could be just the place for you. After deciding on where to go and before you allow someone to work on you take a moment and make sure the person that will be performing your service is licensed. If they are not licensed, expect some problems. I see clients coming in quite often for us to fix something that an unlicensed technician has performed. Another vital expectation is clean work areas and sterilized equipment; for your own safety do not stay if the salon is dirty! The salon and spa combination is the type of place to have several services performed at the same time or during the same visit. Therefore expect to come in, relax and not be rushed. At these facilities great care has usually been taken to create an environment where you can escape from the hustle and bustle of every day life. escape from the hustle and bustle of every day life. THE SPA, (our spa) is just that kind of place. I am blessed to work with professionals that truly care about their clients. When you walk into either of our two locations you immediately feel a sense of calmness. THE SPA on Cowan Road in Gulfport is situated in a gentile historic home. is location is set up for therapeutic massage, skincare and nail care services. Each room in the salon is decorated and set up for total comfort creating a sense of serenity when you walk through the door. Our second location which is at 177 Teagarden Road, in Gulfport is also situated in a historic home. At this location we offer the art of hair styling to our menu of services. You will find the same sense of comfort, relaxation and professionalism at this salon as at our Cowan Road location. At THE SPA we feel that everyone deserves the best treatment in the best atmosphere possible. Please come by one of our locations and experience a staff that truly cares about you and your well being. When you come to us we are excited that you have chosen us to take care of you. And when you are ready to leave you’ll know you have had the best possible experience that any spa or salon can provide. All of our staff is licensed professionals. You’ll also leave knowing and feeling appreciated. I do hope that if you are looking for a new spa or salon that you will call or come by to visit us, I promise you that you will not be disappointed! Board the Sailfish and experience the real-life world of shrimping on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The pride and heritage of Biloxi comes alive aboard this unique and interesting cruise. The Biloxi Shrimping Trip exposes guests to the spectacular world of sea life – caught on a real shrimping expedition. Upon leaving the harbor, the Shrimping net is set out with full details of how and what makes the net spread and operate correctly. The net will catch any and all sea creatures in its path along with the shrimp. The varieties range from Blue Crabs, Flounder, Stingrays, Oyster fish, Squid, Puffer fish and numerous other species of local marine life. The entire catch will be identified and presented for your inspection by the Captain. This 70 minute Living Marine Adventure Cruise is navigated in the calm, protected waters between Deer Island and the Biloxi shoreline for your comfort. Prices: $15.00 per adult $10.00 per child Free for 3 and under with paid adult Location: Small Craft Harbor, Hwy. 90, Biloxi Just east of Hard Rock Casino. Open: 7 days a week February thru December Call 1-800-289-7908 or 228-385-1182 for Tour Times. On an average day, The University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Park campus serves as a relaxing setting to take a stroll on the green lawn among the towering live oak trees. The view toward the beach is just as breathtaking to watch boats glide through the rolling waves, the mirage of islands in the distance or the colorful kites fl own against the blue and white sky. When August 23 rolls around, Southern Miss and the City of Long Beach will bring some soul to the campus with the Southern Miss Jazz and Blues Festival. People of all ages are welcome to spread out a blanket and enjoy the music. For everyone who wants to explore the local artistry or indulge in some traditional southern cuisine, simply visit all the booths that will be set up on the festival grounds. The main musical acts that will perform for the festival are the Sauce Boss, the Steve Warren Band and the Jerry Ball Jazz and Blues Quintet. The performance lineup is expected to grow in the weeks before to include local non-profit children’s organizations and other jazz and blues musical groups. Children will also have a fun time during the festival playing an assortment of games and winning prizes. The Sauce Boss, also known as Bill Wharton and the Ingredients, is popular with blues audiences for performing with a unique Floridian style. While the band is busy making music, Wharton is also cooking his famous gumbo on stage. As Wharton performs and cooks, the audience can only hope that by the end of the performance, some of that spicy gumbo will get passed around. Most of the Sauce Boss’ performances end with every eager listener getting to taste some musical gumbo. The Sauce Boss inevitably received his name for his great music and spicy cooking. The Steve Warren Band regularly performs anywhere from New Orleans to Florida with their funky blues-rock style of music. Lead performer Warren has been playing the guitar by ear since he was nine years old. The goal of Warren and his band is to revive original blues music in Mississippi – the birthplace of the blues. With his band, Warren “has clearly developed his own blend of down home music and an exciting style of the blues.” For those who appreciate jazz and blues improvisation, the Jerry Ball Jazz and Blues Quintet captures this unique musical expression. Ball, a professional musician for over 35 years, plays the saxophone while leading the band. The soulful sounds produced by these musicians will get any festival audience in the jazz and blues mood. Although there is no admission fee for festival-goers, proceeds received from the festival will benefit the Mississippi Gulf Coast Youth Development Coalition. Artists’ booths and concession areas will be open throughout the front of the Gulf Park campus for everyone to visit. The Southern Miss Jazz and Blues Festival, which is free and open to the public, is scheduled for Saturday, August 23, from 2 until 8 p.m. on the Southern Miss Gulf Park campus at 730 East Beach Boulevard in Long Beach. For more information on the festival, please visit www.usm.edu/gc/jazz-n-blues/ . Mississippi Gulf Coast Condominiums Trading in the Picket Fence for a Decorative Rail As the Coast continues to develop her own, modern persona, the question is often raised, “Why would I want to buy a condo here and of all times, why now?” by Laura Brown There are many who have enjoyed the comforts of condominium living for years and inevitably, others who would never dream of giving up a house for the condo lifestyle. Increasing , however, there is a movement aspiring to a “little place of their own” which has a maintenance-free lifestyle and a choice of activities and services – trading in the white picket fenced yard for ‘greener grounds.’ Whether year-round or as a welcome escape, residents are eager to indulge in the simplified living within condominium communities, with the ease of ownership and with the freedom that it affords them. With an unusual mix of culture, industry and geography coupled with its sea-side scene, the Gulf Coast has an almost universal appeal. Mindful of that, developers are designing mixed-use, townhome and condominium communities to allow people with a wide range of tastes and lifestyles to enjoy a water-side home which preserves those elements, such as greenspace, water access and unique settings, which help to define the Coast’s appeal.Neighborhoods designed in this manner are more likely than their single-home counterparts to include such lagniappe as jogging trails, pools, covered parking and resident piers – luxury waterfront lifestyle without the millionaire price-tag. Increasingly important to our residents, snowbirds and weekend homeowners, convenience and the high-end comfort of select condominiums have recently been introduced to the Mississippi Coast to meet a variety of personal interests and needs. Gone are the days when suburbia defined your time. America’s New Riviera has come of age and today, you can capture the alternative that a condominium community offers. This year, for example, construction commenced on Biloxi’s only Bay-side condominium home, The Pointé at Bay Cove. Owners will have the security of knowing that their investment is built to new, more stringent codes and that their residences are elevated to the approved FEMA standards- considerations which can mean considerable reductions in insurance rates. Designed for safety on the waterfront and integrated into the surrounding residential landscape, choice local condos are a smart buy for those whose priorities include one-of-a kind home sites, year-round outdoor activities in one of the countries least expensive seaside locales. Demand for Mississippi’s coastal condominium homes is expected to rise as the Biloxi gaming and entertainment market continues to grow, the region’s large shipping and shipbuilding industries continue to expand, and as Baby Boomers move to warmer climes, smaller abodes and more active lifestyles. We hope you have enjoyed this issue and invite you to visit us at: www.GCID.biz Gulf Coast Investment Developers, Inc. GCID Realty, Inc. 838 Vieux Marché, Biloxi, MS 39530 (228) 435-9524 The Mississippi Gulf Coast is once again recognized as a premier golf destination. The Coast is now three years removed from the brutal devastation that Hurricane Katrina left in her path and South Mississippi is now back in full swing as one of the main destinations for vacations and golf packages. The Oaks is shining for all of the golfers coming to the Coast. The Coast has returned to the radar screen for golfers looking for the ultimate golf vacation. Where else in the world can a person gamble, play world class golf and eat stuffed flounder, all at a great value? The stigma amongst the masses was that the Coast had been wiped off of the map. But now the word is out that the Coast is alive and doing very well. Our greatest tool to change that perception has been the good people like you, who have continued to visit the Coast and are experiencing how great the golf and destination are as a whole. We ask that you go home and tell everyone how much you enjoyed your vacation on the Mississippi Gulf Coast! At The Oaks Golf Club, you can expect the highest quality golf experience in an atmosphere that enhances the enjoyment of the game. The Oaks has challenged some of the best players in the country such as a former host of Nike Tour/Buy.com Tour events in 1999 and 2000 (now the PGA Tour’s Nationwide Series) and having hosted the first stage of the PGA Tour Qualifying School in 2003. The Oaks has received numerous awards and accolades, including being honored by Golf Digest as one of the “Top Ten Courses” in Mississippi, voted as the “Best Course on the Coast” by readers of Coast Magazine and selected as the 2003 “Golf Course of the Year for the Mississippi Gulf Coast,” by the National Golf Course Owners Association. Most recently, The Oaks was recognized as one of the “Top 10 Values in Mississippi” byGolf Magazine and was given 4 Stars in the 2007 Edition of Golf Digest’s Best Places to Play. Oh, and one more thing, we have the Hooters Girls operating our beverage carts! If you have not made your tee time, please call 228-452-0909 or visit www.theoaksgolfclub.com . Rising like a wave above sugar-white sands, the Ocean Club is your private sanctuary, perfectly positioned on a dazzling stretch of beautiful beach. Biloxi’s newest, most lavish condo rental offers every imaginable luxury, including stateof-the-art kitchens and appliances, flat screen televisions, and high-speed Internet connections. Each distinctive unit features granite countertops, a full-size washer and dryer, and a master suite equipped with a large garden tub. The crown jewel of virtually every condo is a private balcony, offering spectacular ocean views and a relaxing retreat from the outside world. The Ocean Club is resort living at its finest and Biloxi at its very best. With sparkling white-sand beaches, a glittering array of casinos and restaurants, and dazzling recreation and entertainment options, Biloxi offers all the ingredients of a great vacation. e stunning Ocean Club at Biloxi rises like a wave above the sugar-white sands and glistening Gulf Coast waters, perfectly positioned as your very own private sanctuary. As the newest and most lavish of vacation rentals in Biloxi Mississippi, the Ocean Club offers vacationers every imaginable luxury, including state-of-the-art gourmet kitchens and appliances, fl at-screen televisions, and high-speed internet connections. Each luxurious, distinctive condominium features fine amenities such as granite countertops, a full-size washer and dryer, and a master suite equipped with a lavish garden tub. As the newest and most lavish of vacation rentals in Biloxi Mississippi, the Ocean Club offers vacationers every imaginable luxury, including state-of-the-art gourmet kitchens and appliances, flat-screen televisions, and high-speed internet connections. Each luxurious, distinctive condominium features fine amenities such as granite countertops, a full-size washer and dryer, and a master suite equipped with a lavish garden tub. In addition to on-site amenities at our Biloxi vacation rentals such as a sparkling outdoor pool, the Gulf Coast really shines in Biloxi. Experience Mississippi’s most sought-after beach address boasting an endless array of casinos and restaurants, outdoor adventures, and entertainment options – perfect for the ultimate vacation. From deep-sea fishing or sailing to simply strolling in the surf or relaxing on the sand, Biloxi is ready and waiting for you. Or, bring your clubs and play a few rounds on some of the best golf courses Mississippi has to offer. Biloxi’s famous Casino Row is definitely a glamorous way to end your day, with nightlife, gaming, and attractions that keep the fun going long into the night. A new Biloxi is emerging and is set to be the Gulf Coast’s hottest destination. Your Ocean Cl ub getaway is sure to bring you resort living at its finest and Biloxi at its very best. 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