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Off the Sand & Onto the Deck!

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the beach
TV, offices

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10165 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Off the Sand & Onto the Deck!

Summary:
Escape the busy and head to the beach, and in this case, right ON the beach!   You will be sure to relax at this beautiful beachfront property located in the Texas Gulf Coast's best kept secret - Surfside Beach. Hang out on the spacious wrap-around deck that overlooks the sand and surf or take a walk to the water's edge just a few short steps away. Thereafter, rinse off in the outside shower and then start the BBQ for some great beachside grilling!  It's always a great day on the island!

The Space:
Once inside, this well-kept home has 3 spacious bedrooms - including a master with private bath. The other 2 bedrooms, both offer a queen bed and bunk bed which share the large hallway bath. All bedrooms feature lamps with USB port for charging your devices.

In the kitchen you'll find, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops and plenty of space to prepare a tasty meal for the group. Enjoy the open gathering area with vaulted ceilings, large dining table which seats 8 comfortably and is accompanied by more seating at the kitchen counter.

Other amenities include: outdoor shower and foot rinse, charcoal grill, comfortable beds and luxury hotel bedding & towels, spacious living and dining areas, Internet (WIFI) access, washer and dryer. New exterior paint Nov 2022.

BED/BATH CONFIGURATION:
~ Large primary suite with King bed, Twin daybed with Twin Trundle and en suite bath
~ 2nd bedroom with Queen bed, Twin over Twin bunk and shared hall bath with 3rd bedroom
~ 3rd bedroom with Queen bed and Twin over Twin bunk and shared bath with 2nd bedroom

Guest Access:
EASY CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT: It's easy to stay with us and secure too! Access the home electronically at 4pm on the date of your arrival with your unique lock code that we specifically give only to you via text and email. Your code is live from 4pm on your arrival date until 11am on the date of your departure.

The Neighborhood:
No touristy chain restaurants, shops or hotels. Just chillin' beach bar and grills, food (and beverage) trucks (like Surfin Rita Daiquiris To-Go), burger joints (like Pier 30 and Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill) and tasty fresh seafood options (like Seahorse Bar & Grill and Red Snapper) line the water. Surfside is your simple relaxing sandy beach, water sporting, surfing, fishing and crabbing vacation destination.

Other Things to Note:
THE 979 VACATION PROPERTY SERVICES ADVANTAGE:
This property is 979 Certified. All photos, amenities, calendar, and rates are 100% accurate to the best of our knowledge. We ensure our homes are fully and professionally cleaned after each guest stay guaranteeing your stay is nothing short of spectacular. In addition, all of our homes feature luxury hotel-quality/high thread count on all sheets, bedding, and bath towels. When you rent a 979 VPS home, you'll also receive the 'comforts of home' guest welcome starter supply of shampoo, shower gel, conditioner, toilet paper and paper towels, dishwasher and clothes washer pods. We want your stay to be as easy as you do, and we make every effort to delight.

DOG-FRIENDLY:
Up to 2 well-behaved dogs considered, subject to approval and a non-refundable pet fee ($125 for 1 dog, extra $75 for 2) per stay.

WIFI/TV SERVICE:
Our properties include WIFI/Internet and TV service for your streaming services. Due to our location (Island living is a whole other way of life), service may be unpredictable or spotty, and repair times can be delayed. While we will do everything we can to ensure these items are in good working order before your arrival, please note, these services may not be as consistent as they are in your area. So grab your favorite people, ditch the electronics, and spend the day at our beautiful beaches!

979 VACATION PROPERTY SERVICES:
All 979 Vacation Property Services rental home follow local and state tax rules. Reservations may be booked up to 365 days in advance of check-in. Please send inquiry and details if your stay is more than a year out as rates and availability may not be updated. Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, $1,000,000 liability protection and $10,000 damage insurance - No Security Deposit Required!

CANCELLATION POLICY:
For any new reservation, you may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund. Some exceptions may apply for last-minute reservations.

After that, cancel at least 30 days before your check-in and receive a refund in your original form of payment less the booking fee.

Reservations made on 3rd party channels such as Airbnb, VRBO, TripAdvisor, etc may be subject to their terms and conditions which may be different than 979's. Please reference the site where you originally reserved your stay.

We look forward to providing you with the cleanest most comfortable stay!

*NOTE: Absolutely No Prom, Graduation or other large (more than the max occupancy) parties/events permitted. Max # house sleeps (occupancy) = max # of Guests allowed on property at any time. Thank you.

Interaction with Guests:
Guest Service Hours: 8:30am - 7pm daily

Property manager

979 Reservations

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1776 sq ft (165 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

6349a9b84b056900327a746e

About the neighborhood

Map
Surfside Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 1 min walk
  • Follets Island Beach - 3 min drive
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 6 min drive
  • Port of Freeport - 14 min drive
  • Quintana Beach County Park - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The River Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Maria's Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sharkies On The Beach Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Off the Sand & Onto the Deck! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Off the Sand & Onto the Deck!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Off the Sand & Onto the Deck!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Off the Sand & Onto the Deck! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Freeport vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Follets Island Beach is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Off the Sand & Onto the Deck! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Diane R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Summer at Surfside
This was our second time staying at this property! It was more beautiful than last time! Great view of the beach, dog friendly, and amazing service from 979! They did a couple renovations from last year when wr stayed. It was overall a wonderful time!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Very clean. Very fast response from host with any questions we had prior to and during the stay. Perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay at Surfside!
Second time staying at Surfside, last time we stayed on Beach Drive right in front of the pedestrian beach. We were looking for a house on the beach and needed a fenced yard for our dogs. This house did not disappoint! We really enjoyed the shade on the deck and spent a lot of time out there watching the waves. Great location with easy beach access. The access road got a little busy over the weekend, but it was never a problem. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte W., Garland, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay!
Super close to the beach! We love the view and the property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
awesome
I have stayed at the property twice and it's the best beach ever. I'll always come back to this beach house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Great house. Location perfect! Had a ceiling fan problem the first day and it was fixed pronto! We are coming back next year to the same place. Wonderful vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful - As Advertised
We stayed for the whole month of March and we found the property exactly as advertised. The location was great as were the accommodations. The deck was large and perfect. And the deck furniture was the best we've seen in over twenty years of renting places. Had just a few issues like a broken gate latch that were immediately taken care of by the property manager. We were there during spring break which was unusually quiet and that's the way we like it. We found the house to be in good shape and well furnished with everything you need. I would have liked to seen a better barbecue grill. The one there is old and the weather has had its way with it. But it worked for us so everything was good. Overall, a great property, well taken care of and located right on the beach. If you like to drink your coffee overlooking the beach with a great view, this place is for you. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for direct beach access and terrific accommodations.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Great location! Love the fenced yard and wrap around porch. Dog friendly too!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront Beauty
We all loved the house and the beach and we plan on coming to the house again in March!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Location is great. House is very spacious, everything you need in the kitchen. Beds we’re comfortable and comfy couches. My negative is the 2nd bathroom shower/tube combo feels like it’s going to fall through. I had the other guest use the master shower.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Neighbors were alittle loud. But overall great house and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience!
Well kept property right on the beach! Perfect view of the beach and ocean from the comfortable porch. Lots of space and all the comforts of home! Had all of the amenities we needed. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vaca
This was our first time visiting Surfside. It was everything we wanted. The house was amazing, the beach was clean and a super short walk from the house. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte W., Garland, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Had a relaxing stay here. It was perfect for our pet because of the fenced yard. Beach access was the best! Beach was not crowded during the week at all….weekend was packed!! All in all a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

staci g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Cozy
This is a great house. Great location. Clean. Linens were stocked and the kitchen was big. It was comfortable cozy. Perfect for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Clean and well equipped. Located on traffic entrance to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
May vacation
We had a very enjoyable quiet five day stay in Surfside beach. The house was nice and the beaches are clean and pretty. Look forward to our October vacation in the same spot.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great house with everything needed for a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna B., Pearland, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
House was nice and had everything we needed. Will book again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend get away!
My family and I really enjoyed this home. We felt it was safe, clean, and friendly. And considering it’s pet friendly the fact it had no carpets and was clean was super helpful as we have allergy issues. Our own dogs had a great stay and loved the treats left just for them. Even though it was off-season and a bit cold for our trip, we loved the outdoor table and chairs, they were really comfortable. We spent a lot of time bundled up in blankets at the table. Hope the next family enjoys their time at the house!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the place and WOW for the yard for our King Charles Cavalier!
Maybe a little more dusting! BUT we loved the location and will come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Stacey B.

Not worth the price
Since it won't let me put my real comments in here I will just say it was not worth the price, it does have a beautiful view right on the beach but in the end we had safety concerns and other issues that will make me not just stay in a Vrbo again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Look No Further
We loved our stay at Starfish House. The entire rental process was seamless. Questions were answered online very quickly. The rooms may actually be a little bigger than they look online. The linens and towels were top notch! The dining room table was oversized: perfect for eating and games The refrigerator was large which is not always the case in vacay rentals. Lots of counter space in the kitchen. While we had a small issue with the coffee pot, I contacted management and a new pot was delivered in a timely manner. The beds were comfortable and the outside deck area was awesome. We will be back! .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022