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Unique charming coastal cottage

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A house with a thatched roof, a sign reading "The Salty Dog", and a well-lit outdoor area with plants and a table.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a door with a window.
A kitchen with two stainless steel sinks, a green door, and a sign that reads "The Salty Dog".
A fireplace with a brick facade, a mounted television above it, and a small potted plant beside the fireplace.
A residential area with colorful houses, a well-maintained lawn, and a clear sky.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Gulf Intracoastal Waterway

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free internet
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Surfside Beach, TX
  • Place, Surfside Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Swan Lake
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Surfside Jetty Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Freeport

Located in Surfside Beach, this apartment is by the sea. Quintana Xeriscape Nature Reserve and Surfside Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Brazosport Museum of Natural Science and Sea Center Texas. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Surfside Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Swan Lake - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • San Luis Beach - 23 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Jamaica Beach - 50 min drive - 48.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The River - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Belly’s On The Brazos - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique charming coastal cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Unique charming coastal cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique charming coastal cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique charming coastal cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique charming coastal cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and Surfside Jetty Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 47 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

6.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Salty Dog

Nicely decorated. Needs a larger ac for the space as the current one doesn’t cool the area very well. We cleaned before leaving so we could get deposit refunded. Sent Paul a message when we left—he hasn’t responded!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Opossums where you sleep

The place has potential but it's not kept up or maintained. Dead plants, stagnant water in all non-working water features, ants galore and overall cluttered and dirty. Animal food bowls were left on dirty counter in screened in area which were feeding cats and opossums! Two young opossums were climbing up and down all exposed wires and chewing on the plumbing. I messaged the owner, who we haven't met nor has he given out his number, that opossums are living in his place and I still have not heard from him. I could hear them all night long crawling in the walls until the second night one actually broke the makeshift styrofoam insulation into our bedroom above the microwave! But since I was awake anyways all night I knocked it back with my sandal. Harsh smell of mildew! Watering hose left laying on the floor as a nice trip hazard. Air-conditioner is too small and old for even this small space. Temperature stayed at or even above 85F in the bedroom! Freezer and fridge were dirty. All fans, lights, switches, coffee maker and wooden walls have a thick layer of dust on them. You cannot stop walking near the front door without being eaten up by ants. And these suckers hurt. If you want Zen and relaxation this is NOT the place. Maybe it used to... Save your money and go camping which will be cleaner. This place is a health and fire hazard. It was obviously put together by the owner as the makeshift bathroom door does not close either. All plumbing and wires are exposed. The good: Fresh, soft good quality towels and comforter. Location close to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Bed was comfortable the bathroom was clean. But the facility was dark outside overgrown

The rental process was easy Paul is easy to work with and we enjoyed the area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint and fun!

This is the coolest place! Perfect for a getaway at the beach. Peaceful and eclectic!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Does not look like the pictures and dirty

The property would have been a awesome place, if it was kept up and clean. Paul was very nice. The place smelt like mildew and dirty. A cockroach fell on our head when we were sleeping. They were crawling all over the place. Cobwebs everywhere. There was an outside area with a couch and it was filthy. The granite area filthy. Not even wiped down. There’s no fire pit , no hammock, and SHED! Forget it. You need a hack saw to get to that with all the plants. Those pictures must be 10 years old based on the amount of growth around the place. Instead you get bug bites, and Covid. No broom to sweep up dog hair or sand, barely cleaning supplies and you get half used toilet paper! Oh and an explosion of frozen juice in the freezer! I wouldn’t reccomend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Dark and run-down

The property is not well maintained, is very dark and cluttered. The outdoor area is dirty and very cluttered with junk. The BBQ is old and run down. There are no utensils to use the BBQ. There is a cat living in the house as well. The AC did not work very well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach vibe

Very cute decor, beach zen theme Rustic but covers all the basics
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway!

We came for a couple’s trip and The Salty Dog was a very neat and well decorated place! The beach is only a short walk down the street and there are several restaurants and stores close by. Paul was also very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend staying here and We plan on coming back soon!
Stayed 1 night in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Little Gem

I loved my time at the Salty Dog, perfect and cozy spot to spend a weekend at the beach in winter. Decorated so originally, and a super comfy bed. I'll be back. Thanks Paul!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cute and cozy place

Very close to the beach! Only fit for a couple get away! It has its charm to this place! The interior was pretty cool! We loved it! The outside seems to need a bit of works on the garden side but like I said it has its charm to it! Walking distance to the beach and to The Restaurant as well! I’ll definitely come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

Great little place to stay for a weekend excursion, close to the beach and restaurants! Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Little beach hippie hut.

Had a great time. The place was little but we knew that going in. Walking distance to good restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Excellent getaway spot

Wonderful little bungalow for weekend/ anytime break away from the hustle and bustle of life.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

That’s all I can say. One star.

Hmmm all I will say is that I won’t be staying here again..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nice owner, but a bit run down

This little spot is perfect for one or two low maintenance people. It is a bit more run down than the pics show, and the bathroom is the cleanest part of this cozy get-a-way. It has a nice porch to sit on with a relaxing water feature, and beach access is easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Not my flavor

The Salty Dog was unique. However, in my opinion it wasn't the best fit for my daughter and I. It was too small for us and needed some deep cleaning in the cracks and corners. I liked how it was so close to the beach and a great restaurant. This place has potential but needs some to.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Warm & cozy. I liked the funky decor. Platform bed great for my back. Wish there had been a kitchen

Nice fenced yard for the dog. Covered porch for cookouts and a small comfortable outside patio for lounging (though it was NYE and too cold for that!). Lots of greenery. Close to the beach. Unpretentious neighborhood with older cottages gave a feeling of lasting community (as opposed to other areas with sprawling structures or tightly packed condos). Lack of stove in bungalow but we made do with steaks over a fire. Sometimes you gotta roll with what you have. Overall, a lovely time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Archival

6/10 Okay

Subpar quality

It was not what we expected or were accustomed to. The shower drained very slow so you were standing in water. There was only a partial roll of toilet paper so we had to purchase some. There was no place to hang or put your clothes. The floor was unclean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

4/10 Poor

No longer looks like the pictures

Paul was out of town . Not a problem- disapointed at how overgrown the landscape was . None of the cute attractions were working. Close to the beach and good food recommendations- We were celebrating our 25rh anniversary and was looking forward to the covered patio, coi pond and fire pit. We had to bring firewood and bottle water - still not a problem- no workin heat - it got cold. The inside was not clean. We left early. Sorry to report anything negative - just was not for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Quaint Beachy Vibe - Very Charming and Cute!

We loved staying here while visiting Surfside Beach. Love all the plants around the rental and the decorations inside are very original. It was a very comfortable stay and we really enjoyed our selves. It was nice to come back from the beach and hang out in the covered patio/plant oasis. Paul was a great host to us and was there to answer any questions we had. We highly recommend this place to anyone that wants to stay at Surfside beach. A quick 2 minute walk to the beach and great location to restaurants. We hardly had to get back in the truck to go anywhere. Thank you Paul for an amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Adorable!

We had a great time. The bed was very comfortable and the place was decorated very cute. Paul was really friendly and helpful telling us what sites to see and where to eat. I highly recommend this property.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Quaint studio, perfect for a quick weekend getaway

Walking distance to the beach, cute eclectic decor. Also close to restaurants and fishing. Nice outdoor space as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place!

Nice , comfortable , relaxing and just damn cool place. 😎
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Weekend Getaway

We will definitely return to this quirky house. We loved the decorations and the immediate feeling of relaxation. It is a great location to the restaurants and the beach. Thanks, Paul!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Pictures are misleading

the bushes really needed to be trimmed back at the entrance. Pictures in this app make it appear much nicer than in person. The back sliding glass door doesn't close, so mosquitos get in. The 'candy' was open and not appealing at all. The creamer container was really dirty on top as was the Keurig. the freezer had food in it, you really need to defrost that freezer and clean it out. The water in the tub and toilet are brown, brushed my teeth with bottled water. The water quality is clearly bad. Just too many mosquitos. I did love the cat, he/she was very friendly. the auto locking front door didn't work most of the time, took 3+ tries to get it unlocked every time, all the while getting eaten by mosquitos. Sorry I really wanted to love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
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