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Beachfront & Center! Beautiful Ocean Views, Porch!

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One of the best spots on the water in Surfside Beach!
Stunning long stretch of beach and ocean views!
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Overview of Beachfront & Center! Beautiful Ocean Views, Porch!

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14200.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Surfside Beach, TX
  • Popular LocationSurfside Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationSurfside Jetty Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Freeport12 min drive
  • AirportHouston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)95 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

3 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Beachfront & Center! Beautiful Ocean Views, Porch!

Summary:
Enjoy Octopus's Garden - the ultimate beach and oceanfront getaway in Surfside! With 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and plenty room inside and out to very comfortably accommodate up to a max of 14 guests, we're prepped and ready for your group's clean and comfortable island FUN! From the large berm protected backyard to the easy beach walkover, you're sure to experience the best of outdoor coastal life!

The Space:
After a day at the beach, revel in the sounds of the surf and sea breezes from the multiple elevated decks and porches while sipping on your favorite cocktail or beverage of choice. Or head inside, to prepare your favorite meal in the well-stocked kitchen while enjoying your preferred show or movie on the large TV in the living area. If your group has differing viewing opinions, rest assured, we have many more TVs to choose from! Whether adventure or relaxation seeker, Octopus's Garden has you covered!

SLEEPING/BATH CONFIGURATION:
Main/Upper Level
~ Primary: King & Twin over Twin trundle w/ en suite full bath - Gulf views
~ Bedroom # 2 : Full over Full bunk plus additional Full bed
~ Bedroom #3: Queen bed
~ 2nd Bath: hall shared full bath (shower only, no tub)
Ground/Lower Level - separate entrance
~ Bedroom #4/Chaperone's Quarters: Queen w/ en suite full bath (shower only, no tub)
~ Bunk Room/Bedroom #5: 3 x Twin over Twin Bunks (bedding NOT provided for bunk beds on ground level, please bring own bedding if intend to use)
~ 4th Bath: half bath

Outdoor shower accessible from lower enclosed porch

FEATURES/AMENITIES:
RO drinking water system installed, 2 refrigerators - one up one down (plenty of room for your groceries), lots of indoor and outdoor seating, SmartTVs, WIFI/Internet, ceiling fans, central A/C, washer & dryer, charcoal grill, large flat yard, walkover pier/bridge to beach, small gated area at end of home's steps, outdoor shower/rinse off, outdoor safety/security cameras, double decks and screened porches overlooking ocean water and beach galore

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 dogs considered, subject to approval and a non-refundable 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.

*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.

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

Property manager

979 Reservations
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Charge may apply

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
• Check-in is anytime after 4:00 PM • No parties or events * No Smoking allowed on property * All reservations include $1M liability protection and...

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Freeport

Located in Surfside Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Port of Freeport and Freeport Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Brazosport Museum of Natural Science and Sea Center Texas.
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Surfside Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 5 min walk
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 5 min drive
  • Port of Freeport - 12 min drive
  • Quintana Beach County Park - 19 min drive
  • Quintana Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sweet T's Diner - 12 min drive
  • On The River Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • Lupita's Mexican Bakery - 11 min drive
  • Sharkies On The Beach Bar & Grill - 2 min drive
  • Seahorse Bar & Grill - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront & Center! Beautiful Ocean Views, Porch! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront & Center! Beautiful Ocean Views, Porch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront & Center! Beautiful Ocean Views, Porch!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront & Center! Beautiful Ocean Views, Porch! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surfside Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Swan Lake and Surfside Beach. Follets Island Beach and Fresh Water Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2024 PROM
This house was absolutely perfect!! There was plenty of room for all the food and snack spreads… Lots of natural lighting for the ladies to do their makeup and lots of room to get ready for their Senior prom!! The location on the beach was great… easy access and even some toys for sandcastle building!! We will definitely rent this one again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Had a great time here! Total of 15 folks and nobody felt cramped. Water pressure a little iffy at times but for the most part it was a great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHAUNNA W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT VACATION HOME
This house has everything you can imagine in the kitchen. The view from the deck is amazing, the property manager was great when the water heater messed up & had someone there to fix it within an hour. Will def stay there again GREAT EXPERIENCE - GREAT HOME
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well stocked
Worked well for our family - kitchen had pots, pans, dishes and anything else you might need. Being right on the beach was great for early morning coffee, watching the waves, and good for younger kids to be able to walk back and forth by themselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time
This was a great house for a larger family was very impressed with the kitchen it was very well stocked had just about everything we needed the inside was awesome the outside was little on the weathered side but it was right on the beach all and all was a very good house
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

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