Cute downtown newly refurbished cottage - the Plucky Pelican | House in Pensacola

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Old East Hill House | Cute downtown newly refurbished cottage - the Plucky Pelican

1 Bedroom House in Old East Hill, Pensacola

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!

Cute downtown newly refurbished cottage - the Plucky Pelican is located in Old East Hill. Cute downtown newly refurbished cottage - the Plucky Pelican provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features Parking, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Cute downtown newly refurbished cottage - the Plucky Pelican has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have rated it 2, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Old East Hill has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Old East Hill, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Toaster
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 4 stairs to reach property
Activities
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Energy-saving switches
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 656 sq ft (61 sq m)
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • In the city center
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Outdoors
  • Porch or lanai
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: please note: home is not child-proofed
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

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