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!