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Surf Rider - cozy modern cottage. Steps to the Beach!!

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Smart TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 552 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Surf Rider - cozy modern cottage. Steps to the Beach!!


This updated beach home has everything you need to enjoy your getaway at the beach. Sit and relax whilst enjoying ocean views from our partially shaded deck.

With just a few steps to the pedestrian beach this home is ideal for small families and fisherman alike. The Surfside Jetty Park is a short walk away with its half a mile long jetty for fishing, walking, or just watching the large ships go by in the channel, sometimes you see dolphins playing right at the end of the jetty. There's also a small playground, splash pad, nature trails and much more located close by.

Surf Rider is a cozy updated 2 bedrooms, 1 bath home with central heat and air and a stacked washer and dryer. Main bedroom has a comfy Queen Bed (new May 2024) , 2nd bedroom has two Twin Beds. Sleeper sofa in the living room (new may 2024) Sleeps 5 (max 4 adults)

Bed linens and bath towels are provided. A modern kitchen, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and fully stocked with everything you need to make delicious meals to be enjoyed at the dining table

Pets welcome with prior approval and paid pet fee

Come and an enjoy a slower paced life, relax and enjoy our little bit of paradise at the beach!





Please Note:

Pets allowed (2 Small dogs or 1 medium) with paid pet fee $100. No dogs on furniture, linens etc. or left home alone unless crated. We provide one small crate. No cats allowed

Maximum, occupancy is 5 including children.

No day guests unless have prior approval

Please note surfside city water is not drinkable/ or good to cook with. We do have a reverse osmosis unit under the sink which provides drinking water and there is a whole house filter so it is ok to bathe and wash teeth/ clothes with. We also advise bringing your own too

Due to being so close the Gulf/beach the area can change due to high tides ie. more sand on and around our property or on the road. Sometimes sea glass etc can be brought up by the tide, please take care.

Hurricane/storm Policy - We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect you against the unexpected including Hurricane/storms and COVID and any other unforeseen circumstances, no refund will be issues outside of our cancellation policy

We are located near the Gulf in Texas which can be very humid. Bugs are to be expected (mosquitoes, ants and palmetto bugs) even though we do spray our home regularly.

Property has a Security camera that covers the drive only and records with moved .

No Third-Party bookings, person booking need to be staying for the duration of the stay

Property manager

Kat

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 560 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: 1 large or 2 small/med. No puppies. No other pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Max 5 people incl day visitors/ children
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
surfside beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Port of Freeport - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Quintana Beach County Park - 19 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Quintana Beach - 20 min drive - 19.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪On The River Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lupita's Mexican Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maria's Kitchen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Surf Rider - cozy modern cottage. Steps to the Beach!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Surf Rider - cozy modern cottage. Steps to the Beach!! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surf Rider - cozy modern cottage. Steps to the Beach!! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Surf Rider - cozy modern cottage. Steps to the Beach!! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Freeport holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Surfside Jetty Park. Swan Lake is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Surf Rider - cozy modern cottage. Steps to the Beach!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 156 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karoliina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location
Overall the stay was great. Had a minor issue with the AC. But we communicated the issue to Kat and they had someone out the next day. Fixed the issue. Probably from the storm. You can see the beach and neighborhood is still recovering from the storm. But we throughly enjoyed our time. The house was clean and we had everything that we could need. The balcony overlooking the ocean was fantastic. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peefect stay
Wonderful place and walking distance to the beach. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family spot
Great location and view of the pedestrian beach. The house was cute and clean. Our family of four enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice beach house
A NICE BEACH STAY
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sumer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay right on the beach!
The is a cute little place that me and my two friends stayed at. We would definitely stay here again. The listing is just like it is described and pictured. Kat was always quick to respond if we needed anything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay on the beach
Overall the place was nice, clean and the whole process was really easy. We really enjoyed our time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia L., Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
We were surprised and a little unnerved about the rattle snake habitat next to house. But all was good never seen a snake. Beach is A few steps away. My husband enjoyed watching big ships coming . Need some dishes to be able warm things in microwave. Smaller skillet needs replaced. But other than that kitchen was efficient. The doors to bedrooms stick. The one door is hard to shut.Furniture ok. The Queen bed is really soft you sink in the middle. No air in bedroom but there is a fan.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 2 night stay
Perfect option for a couple night stay! All expectations met, and easy in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy we stayed at Surf Rider
It was a great stay overall, steps from the beach so I could sit on the deck and watch the kids (12 and 15) plan in the sand, the gate on the deck was great to keep the dog from running down. Everything was clean and in fairly good condition. We didn't cook but the kitchen would have allowed it. Only minor flaws in our opinion was the smaller deck chairs were a bit flimsy, and my husband felt the queen bed was too soft, but he's a back sleeper and likes a super firm mattress. I slept like a baby. We'd for sure consider staying again. The outdoor shower was perfect to get the sand washed off before heading up. We really had a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family loved the house - perfect for us and our two sons. Beach just steps out of the door
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend
We had a nice quiet weekend. The property is clean & close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cayla D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Wonderful location with great views! We stay in Surfside frequently and really enjoyed this location, you can’t get any closer to the beach. Host was very responsive. The house is smaller than what we are used to (family of 5) but the layout worked and it was clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chill time
Wife and I needed some relaxation time by ourselves and this place did the job. Great time and even better location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT ALAN S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach property
Had a great time. Clean Very responsive. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
We stayed here in December and basically had the beach to ourselves. It's wonderful to walk down the stairs, take a few steps, and be on the beach. This truly is a great location. This is a pedestrian only beach, so it's nice and quiet without trucks all over. Great views from the windows, deck, and the beach is basically your yard. We found a lot of shells, were visited by a variety of birds, and saw several huge ships come into port. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Tradition
We loved the location and the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kreative X.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
It was the perfect size for 2 and 2 fur babies. Perfect views, the house had everything we needed. We forgot our cards, well they had some. The fur babies could run free on the deck. We all had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
The house was amazing and the location can’t be beat On the pedestrian only beach. The whole area reminds me of a old beach community. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing spot
Best place for a small group and if you like the beach your right on it just go early so you only have to walk 25 yards
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

NAN P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mom & Daughter Get-A-Way
Just us two for a weekend to relax and enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
Literally steps away from the beach .. maybe four steps! The house is very clean and had everything we needed for our stay - perfect size for the two of us and our fur baby. My favorite part is the deck and the great view we had of the ocean and the jetty. Will keep this in on my favorites list!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
The house was very clean and I can't say enough about the location. This is probably the best beach house I have ever stayed in. And we go very often. And the owner answered questions within minutes. Thank you Kat. I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mikki E., SAPULPA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
My husband and I loved this home. The location, style, view, everything was perfect. We definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close proximity to the beach
Loved how close it was to the beach. The beach house was nice, loved how they had extra sand toys (nets/boogie boards) for the kids. Will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023