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The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View

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A wooden deck with a picnic table and chairs, a potted plant, and a white building with windows and a covered area.
A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a central island, bar stools, and a dining table with chairs.
A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV.
A modern kitchen with wooden beams, a large island with stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A spacious kitchen with wooden beams, a large island, and a dining area with a sofa and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Freeport, TX
  • Place, Surfside Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Surfside Jetty Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Jamaica Beach
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the area

Freeport

This holiday home places you steps from Surfside Beach and within a 10-minute stroll of Surfside Jetty Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Surfside Beach holiday home include Swan Lake and Follets Island Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of Freeport - 11 min drive - 13.4 km
  • San Luis Beach - 25 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Jamaica Beach - 52 min drive - 50.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The River - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Belly’s On The Brazos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View

Welcome to the Surfsonian, our beautiful beach house steps away from the water. The peaceful and relaxing setting offers second row ocean views and sounds. Newly updated with lots of character. The deck is ready for you to sit and watch the waves or walk 30 seconds to reach the water. You'll love relaxing in this space inside and out. The super chill Village of Surfside is conveniently located 1 hour from downtown Houston and 15 minutes from Lake Jackson.

The property sits on the second row of houses from the water. The deck offers great views of the waves.
Inside the Kitchen and Living area flows together, offering a place for everyone to hang out and relax. The Master bedroom has a king bed & a Roku TV with private access to shared full bath. The second bedroom has a king bed and Roku TV as well. The third bedroom has two twin bunkbeds - sleeping 4. The fourth bedroom has a queen bed as well as a twin bunk on top of a futon that lays down into a full bed. The twin bunk on top is a bit of a tight squeeze. So that's for the guest who likes to climb.

The house has a whole house iSpring water filter as well as a reverse osmosis system in the kitchen for drinking water. The reverse osmosis system is the water source for the refrigerator water and ice maker.

This beach house was built in 1970 and has seen a lot of beautiful beach days and weathered many storms. After we bought the house in March of 2022, we took the structure down to the studs to completely replace the electrical and plumbing. We did our best to update the space appropriately while preserving the old wood surfaces including the rustic hardwood floors, because it reminded us of our favorite vacation cabin in Lake Tahoe. To us - it's the perfect blend of rustic and new.

Surfside Beach Access is 0.7 miles away. Surfside Jetty County Park is 0.5 miles.
The seawall is directly in front of the house.

Since the house is in the wonderful state of Texas, mosquitos are, unfortunately, a thing we have to deal with on the island. Although it is out of our control, we have taken action by spraying our yard with nontoxic repellent. We also provide personal spray and outdoor area fogger for your use. Those are also nontoxic.

HOUSE RULES:

NO SMOKING: Absolutely no smoking allowed.

DOG FRIENDLY with a fee:
Dogs are not allowed on the furniture. If your pet is left unattended, it needs to be in a kennel indoors. There is a large dog kennel under the master bedroom bed.
The city of Surfside requires dogs to be leashed at all times. Please pick up & properly dispose of pet wastes.
Only 2 dogs permitted.

REGISTERED GUESTS: Only guests presented on booking may stay at the property.

OCCUPANCY: Max 13 unless approved prior to stay.

PARTIES: No parties allowed on property.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: We ask that the dogs do not get on the furniture.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View?

Yep, The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View is a short 2-minute walk from Surfside Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding, fishing and swimming.

Does The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View?

No, The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Surfsonian - 2nd Row Beach House - Dog Friendly - Ocean View Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Brianna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd row from the beach, dog friendly! Great place to stay with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable Beach Home

Great layout for a couple families to stay with kiddos.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Cousins Beach Trip

Comfortable accommodations. Perfect for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I highly recommend this house !!!

They are a really nice host, the house is impeccable, no complaints over here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gracie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The house was in the perfect location and beautiful. It was the perfect get away place.

Everyone enjoyed themselves. The owner made renting from them so easy. I would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merrilee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach stay!

Super charming beach house! We had everything we needed for our stay! The house is adorable and well appointed with comfortable beds and even shampoo in the shower! The beach was a quick and easy walk and not too crowded. Thanks so much for hosting us… we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jakita C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway.

Very roomy,comfortable. You can seat on the deck watch and hear the tides. Had everything you needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juanita M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Super cute, easy to get to the beach, really easy to get ahold of the owners.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection on the Beach

We had the best stay ever this week in Surfside. Everything promised was absolutely correct. Perfect location and amenities. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Leticia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy home

As soon as we walked it the house, it felt like home. My family and I enjoyed our stay, we slept comfortably and the back patio was relaxing. Especially at night when you get the nice night breeze!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Weekend Get Away

From the moment we walked in the door - we loved this beach house. The house was clean and exactly what we were looking for. They have items placed thru out the home with children in mind. We loved walking to the water and also relaxing in the beach house watching movies and playing card games. Amazing beach house and we will absolutely rent again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and clean, cute house.

This house was super cozy. Not too big but big enough to comfortably house 11 people. It was perfect for myself and my family. Close to just about anything you may need during your stay. Our hosts were very accommodating with everything. Answered promo to all of my messages. Will more than likely be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Adriana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family get together

Beautiful remodeled beach house. We would definitely consider it for our next stay. I would recommend mosquito repellent they were vicious! Also, I started a load of towels before we left, had a bit of trouble getting the washer to start, hopefully it ran the entire cycle.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meant to Be

We had an awesome time staying at this beautiful home! This was a family trip that almost wasn’t. Our reservation in Port A was cancelled a week before we were due there; as the townhouse we reserved was sold. We instead found ourselves on Surfside Beach in a great location and a beautiful and well-appointed home! Thank you, Kat and Roger for being such kind hosts and saving our family vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alma N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Our family enjoyed our stay in this house. It was really clean, kitchen had the utensils, pots, pans etc that one would need. There were even utensils kids can use. We also appreciated the whole house water softener and the reverse osmosis system in the kitchen sink. Would love to request a larger and sturdier cutting board. Also, we used the grill our second day there but only 1 burner was working. Nonetheless, it was still a really great place to stay and just a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Talha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice place to stay but needs improvement

House is at a great location where you have an ocean view from the balcony all the time. I would recommend a few changes; place is listed for 14 people but there is only a sofa in the living room so not enough seating arrangement for 14 people. Also outside area downstairs needs some work; Lights were not working and there were no sitting area for family to sit outside at night and enjoy the sea breeze. In any case we did enjoy our stay but the experience can be even better with above mentioned items.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little getaway from Houston

We rented this great house for a last minute mini-family getaway during Spring Break. Newly renovated and wonderfully decorated, we had everything we needed for my family of 6 (2 adults and 4 kids, ages 14, 11, 5 and 2), including beach toys and towels, a pack n play and booster seat for my 2-year old, and even plenty of bathroom products as well cleaning products for the kitchen and washer/dryer downstairs. I slept great in the king primary bedroom - the mattress is a dream! The middle kids loved the bunk room. And my oldest loved being able to have her own space downstairs. Communication with the owner was great and it was lovely to read about the history of the house. Surfside is a low-key beach destination without all that commercialization of other beach towns and so convenient to Houston. Its not a far drive from the rental house to the free beach and I would recommend doing that to get away from any crowds on the paid beach. Would definitely recommend this house for anyone wanting to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house, fantastic location!

We had a wonderful stay at the Surfsonian! The house was comfortable and everyone had plenty of space - our boys thought the bunk room was the best ever, and our teenage nieces loved the space in the downstairs bedroom. The house was well-appointed and stocked with everything we needed, as well as many things that were thoughtful 'above and beyond' items compared to other places we've stayed. The location was perfect, close enough to see and hear the waves and enjoy the sea breeze but isolated from the foot and road traffic. It's an easy walk to the beach or over to the little grocery store, coffee shop, etc. Everyone agreed this house was the perfect location for the most relaxing vacation we've had! Hoping we will be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024