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Cute downtown newly refurbished cottage - the Plucky Pelican

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A yellow door with a glass panel, a black mailbox, and a blue and white striped chair on a porch.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a ceiling fan, and a painting of the ocean.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black stove, and a blue accent wall.
A house with a white door, a decorative fish mural, and a small porch with a doormat.
A wooden display stand with books and maps, including 'Historic Pensacola' and 'The Way to Beach Pensacola'.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom656 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Pensacola, FL
  • Place, Pensacola Bay Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Saenger Theatre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Seville Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Pensacola

Located in Downtown Pensacola, this vacation home is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Handlebar and Pensacola Bay Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Pensacola Bay Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Saenger Theatre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Seville Square - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Historic Pensacola Village - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Blue Wahoos Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Station - 9 min drive
  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪200 South - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • The District
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Odd Colony Brewery - ‬11 min walk

About this property

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

Cute downtown newly refurbished cottage - the Plucky Pelican

The Plucky Pelican is a 1910 cottage nestled in the Old East Hill Preservation District in downtown Pensacola.
Walk, ride, or bike to restaurants, festivals, parks, bay waterfront, breweries, historic village, the skatepark, community garden, civic center, ferry service, art galleries, museums, and ultimately the 3 mile bridge that transports you to our beautiful beaches.
★ Learn more below! ★

Built circa 1910, this coastal cottage has modern updates.
★ Newly refurnished in September 2025 ★
✔ New comfortable sofa (is also a queen bed)
✔ New counter height table and 4 chairs (can double as a workspace)
✔ New Keurig 1 cup coffee maker with pods
✔ New electric kettle with tea
✔ New glasses, silverware, cutting board
✔ New linens in bath, kitchen, and bedroom
✔ New hybrid memory foam king size mattress
✔ New bedside lamps with USB ports

★ LOCATION ★

The location is ideal for Palafox markets and nightlife, Pensacon, Gallery Night, Christmas and Mardi Gras parades, and all events at Pensacola Bay Center.

✔ 5 min walk to Pensacola Bay Center
✔ 15 min walk to downtown Palafox St.
✔ 4 min drive to the Port of Pensacola
✔ 15 min drive to our beautiful beaches on the Gulf of Mexico!

Visit downtown to take in the ballet, theatre, opera, symphony, or live music.
Many talented musicians and artists call Pensacola home, with several residing right here in Old East Hill. A few of our local artists are featured inside the home.

Old East Hill is a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive neighborhood. Be yourself!

★ EVENTS ★

✔ Greater Gulf Coast Arts Festival
✔ Pensacon
✔ Mardi Gras balls and three parades
✔ Foo Foo Fest
✔ Night Moves Music Fest
✔ Stamped Film Festival
✔ Winterfest

PENSACOLA PROUDLY HOSTS:

✔ American Magic sailing team
✔ Blue Wahoos Minor League Baseball team
✔ Ice Flyers hockey team
✔ The outstanding US Navy’s Blue Angels

★ LIVING ROOM ★
Local art throughout, the living room features a pelican mural painted by a renowned neighborhood artist. We’d love to see your photos with our Parlay, our plucky pelican!
✔ Mid-century furnishings with a nod to Pensacola’s maritime history and deep-water port
✔ Comfy couch folds out to a Queen bed
✔ Large Roku Smart TV

★ KITCHEN & DINING ★

The well-stocked kitchen follows the cottage's nautical vibe while offering modern appliances and spacious countertops. Prepare your own delicious meals if you choose to dine in!

✔ Microwave
✔ Stove/Oven
✔ Refrigerator/Freezer with ice trays
✔ Dishwasher
✔ Keurig single cup coffee maker with pods
✔ Electric kettle
✔ Brita water filter pitcher
✔ Glasses (including wine glasses) and mugs
✔ Silverware
✔ Pots and pans
✔ Counter height dining table with seating for 4
The table is centrally located near outlets and can also serve as a workspace

★ BEDROOM ★
✔ King hybrid memory foam bed with pillows, linens, and sheets
✔ Lighted headboard
✔ Large Roku Smart TV
✔ Closet with hangers
✔ Night stands with USB lamps
✔ Luggage rack/stand
✔ Iron and ironing board
✔ Back covered patio off of bedroom

★ BATHROOM ★

The cottage features a convenient full bathroom stocked with all essential toiletries so you don't have to worry about bringing your own.

✔ Bath with a tub/shower
✔ Magnifying Mirror
✔ Towels (including make-up wipes)
✔ Hair dryer
✔ Essential toiletries
✔ Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash

We look forward to your arrival! Please let us know if you have any questions. We absolutely adore our little gem of a city and love to share suggestions of our favorite spots.

Fair winds and following seas!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 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.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 656 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Please note: home is not child-proofed

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Downtown Pensacola within a 10-minute walk of Pensacola Bay Center, Handlebar, and Naval Live Oaks Reservation. You'll also find Seville Square and Saenger Theatre less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Cute downtown newly refurbished cottage - the Plucky Pelican?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cute downtown newly refurbished cottage - the Plucky Pelican on Aug 24, 2026 start from $316, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS), which is 4.8 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards), which is around 29.3 mi away.

Cute downtown newly refurbished cottage - the Plucky Pelican Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan's property is one of there best we've stayed in, the cleanliness and attention to detail is outstanding! She has obviously put a lot of work into this cute property and it shows... we would definitely stay here again. The location is very convenient to Pensacola's many attractions and overall our stay was a very positive experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay during March 2026! We were visiting for a wedding and loved the location. It was 5 minutes from the venue and restaurants. I haven’t visited Pensacola in over 10 years. I was blown away at how it’s grown! Can’t wait to make another trip down!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026