Blue Haven - Cozy, Cute, Just a Skip to the Shore!

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A two-story building with a balcony and a covered porch.
A covered porch with wooden benches and chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, and a door leading to another room.
A covered outdoor staircase leading to a building with a green door.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a clock, and a TV.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Gulf Intracoastal Waterway

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Freeport

Located in Surfside Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Port of Freeport and Freeport Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Quintana Xeriscape Nature Reserve and Surfside Beach. Brazosport Museum of Natural Science and Sea Center Texas are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Surfside Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 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

Restaurants

  • ‪On The River - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Belly’s On The Brazos - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Haven - Cozy, Cute, Just a Skip to the Shore! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Haven - Cozy, Cute, Just a Skip to the Shore!?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Haven - Cozy, Cute, Just a Skip to the Shore! on 5 Jan 2027 start from AU$636, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Blue Haven - Cozy, Cute, Just a Skip to the Shore!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue Haven - Cozy, Cute, Just a Skip to the Shore!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Haven - Cozy, Cute, Just a Skip to the Shore!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Haven - Cozy, Cute, Just a Skip to the Shore! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and Surfside Jetty Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, very clean and quiet street. Not a far walk to the beach, excellent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2026
We're so glad you enjoyed an excellent 10 out of 10 stay, William! Thank you for allowing us to host your beach getaway. We would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Very nice house, good location, over all great time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2024
Excellent news William! Thank you for the 5-stars! We're so glad you had a great time. We'd be thrilled to have you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and stay!

Loved the house for a quick stay by the beach! Very easy check in. Hosts and neighborhood were great and really easy to communicate with. Would definitely recommend and will be looking at going back for future trips myself!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2025
We’re so happy you enjoyed your quick beach getaway and found check-in and communication a breeze. It’s wonderful to hear you felt at home in both the house and the neighborhood. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back for more sandy toes and sunny days, Katy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome beach house

We really enjoyed our stay! The house was so cute, clean and just the right size for us! It was a quick and easy walk to the beach plus the liquor store is nearby. Loved it and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Why thank you Sheila! We're so glad you appreciate the cuteness, cleanliness and convenience! We would love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Blue Haven

Our stay was absolutely perfect! We could not have asked for a better place to stay for the week. Thank you for everything you all did to make it so enjoyable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2022
Thank you for the 5-stars, and we're delighted to hear everything worked out perfectly for your getaway time! We hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute little house

Great access to the beach. The neighborhood was quiet and not too busy. The house was nice and clean. Only down side was the ac worked in most rooms but struggled to cool master bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Why thank you Nicole, we think this is a cute beach cottage too! A new AC system was installed this year, so we are thinking perhaps the vent in the primary bedroom was maybe closed by the last guest? Sorry for any "warmer" inconvenience as a result, but we will definitely check things out. Thanks again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Surfside …. Awesome!

Beautiful location, close to the beach. Not too crowded at the beach during our early October stay. Cute restaurants. Loved the fresh seafood store. Off the beaten path.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2022
We LOVE awesome - delighted to hear everything worked out so well for your adorable family Holly! Thank you fo allowing us to host you and appreciate the 5-stars!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved this place !! Only negative was I think the beds need to be more comfortable.

We loved the location and the good eats close by. This place was clean and cozy !! The only negative is I think the beds and pillows could be upgraded. Make it like sleeping in a 5 star hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2022
Thanks so much for the 5-stars and feedback! We're glad you loved the house and location! We haven't had anyone mention the beds before and not sure what about them wasn't comfortable from your perspective, but we will check them out.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Definitely one of the best places I’ve been

I really liked the location and the house. clean and tidy everywhere, I really appreciate the attention to details. I recommend this place to you, you won't regret it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2023
Why thank you Anton! You were a fantastic guest to host! We appreciate the 5-stars, compliments and tips for future guests. We hope you plan that return trip to Blue Haven!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Blue Haven was perfect for our stay! You're practically on the beach and a short, 7-min walk to three different restaurants. The house is clean and bright and the WiFi was strong enough to let both of us work remotely. Hosts are awesome too- we loved our stay so much we asked if we could extend the stay by one day once we were there and they were able to accommodate us. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2021
Thank you, thank you! We so appreciate your 5-stars and noting those things that made your experience at Blue Haven great! We're so glad you extended your stay and do hope you'll be back again!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Septic issues so hard to cook and clean

Small place, not comfy beds
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2025
Thank you for allowing us to host you Shay. We are a bit confused however. Are you sure you are referring to the right home? This one is in town and is definitely not on septic. We also don't see any communication from you as to an issue? As for the size, the specific configuration and square footage are in the listing, so there shouldn't have been any surprises there on this budget-friendly spot. Additionally, it looks like you had a group of 6 which is the max group size for this 2 bedroom 2 bath cutie. We even state in the listing, "(sleeps 4 in beds, will allow up to 6 Guests)". We haven't had any other guest mention the beds as uncomfortable, but we do recognize this is subjective. Regardless, we're sorry you were disappointed.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Great little tiny house but SUPER HOT

The house met our needs with what we needed. The air conditioner never got cold..so that was uncomfortable the whole time. It was nice to be close to the beach but we were right on the street which was not great. Overall it was good just might need to look at the AC unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2023
Thank you for allowing us to host your stay, Stephanie! We agree this is a cute house and very close to the beach, we appreciate you noting. It definitely has been extremely hot this summer (hottest on record), sorry it was warm for you, and its tough on the AC system too. That said, we will certainly check to make sure all is running as expected at Blue Haven.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Seaside getaway

The house was a few steps down the road to the beach. We were walking distance to a restaurant and the liquor store. There weren't any baking sheets for the oven(I bought one and left it there). There also needs to be one chair in the living area. My friends didn’t like the cable selections, I don’t watch tv. Overall, the house was great and it was perfect. I had a great time. It met my expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2021
Thanks so much for the 5-stars, feedback and so appreciate the baking sheet donation! Glad everything worked out perfectly for your seaside getaway!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Place is very nice overall!

1st Septic tank seems to be leaking outside on the surface, through the hatch. A/C pan is dripping to the outside, which is creating a trip hazard on the stairway. Precious beach house, but please re-evaluate your cleaning crew. Towels had to be washed because they smelled. Plates, glasses, silverware were dirty, and cabinets doors sticky. Beds were super comfortable and clean!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2022
Thank you for allowing us to host you and your group! We appreciate the heads up on the tank and AC pan. We'll have our maintenance team check those out. We are in a very sandy, salty and humid environment right on the coast which can cause linens to harbor a "beach" scent and dishware to have a bit of a film, especially with the front door being repeatedly opened or propped. Not sure if this was the case with the towels and dishware (haven't had anyone mention that before), but we have given your feedback to our housekeepers. Thank you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Nice but...

Our first night at the property we encountered a few issues. There were ants everywhere, it took about to 3 to 4 days to be rid of them, abs had to dump food because of it. The dryer didnt work fully, but they came promptly to fix the issue. We were told at check in not to drink or cook with the water. Things like the water issues we need to know before booking as this made for extra expense on our part. The water was yellow! I understand not drinking or cooking with it, but it would have given us a chance to book elsewhere. We didn't even want to shower or wash dishes, so we bought paper plates and utensils, and showered minimally. We would have booked another month but decided to go back to a hotel for less stress and ease of amenities.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute but could use some TLC

We had a good experience; however, there were some changes that I feel are crucial to bettering the experience. The sofa is run down and broken. We laid a sheet on it to sit because it was visibly dirty and smelly. There are several spots that are broken and it was so uncomfortable that we mostly sat on the floor. The master bath shower head had such low pressure and the water never got passed lukewarm (so all 5 of us had to shower in the secondary bath), and finally the garbage disposal doesn't work. Within 20mins of arriving I went to wash my hands and the sink started filling. So, I turned on the disposal to help whatever was in there down and it did not work. We were unable to use the kitchen sink the rest of our trip. Some super awesome things to note is the swing. We loved that. The storage room below was perfect for storing our gear. The color of the home was super vibrant and beautiful. Our kids also slept super comfortably in the large bed in the bedroom. All in all, it was a decent place to stay, but we did leave a day early for the comforts of home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2023
Thank you for allowing us to host your family's stay in Surfside. We are happy to hear you had a good experience and loved the porch swing. We also appreciate the feedback. We haven't had anyone mention a problem with the couch or disposal, but we will certainly get those addressed. As for the water pressure, that may be a product of the Village of Surfside's utilities given you stayed over Spring Break. The water pressure is known to fluctuate during busier times of year. Sorry for any inconvenience, and we will check that out as well just to confirm. Thank you again for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great getaway!House was exactly as listed. Very clean and well taken care of. The starter supplies were very much appreciated. Check in and communications were flawless. Very short walk to the beach if you don’t want to drive. Neighborhood was quiet and friendly. Will definitely be looking at this and other 979 Properties for future stays in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2026
Wonderful news to receive and thank you so much, Jeff! It was a pleasure to host you and we would love to have you back again!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Location

Next to the Liquor Store

This property is very close to Blue Water Highway and is right behind the liquor store.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

LOVED this house (Surfside a bit less)

I fell in love with The Blue Haven! It has an amazing covered deck, central A/C, and nice appliances. They're not kidding about the luxury-quality beds, bedding, and towels, either. So nice! The deck has a view of marshlands to the left, and a peekaboo view of the gulf to the right. Sea breezes feel great outside, and you can hear the surf. What a wonderful home away from home! Another plus: the property manager (979 Vacation Rentals) is excellent. Really great communication from start to finish! Easy arrival/entry - no waiting around for any reason. The house is a short, easy walk to the beach. It's also close to the main road, so there is some traffic noise. On Sunday (the day I arrived), the beach was packed with cars, people, competing sound systems, and mild chaos. If that's your jam, you'll love it. The beach wasn't the cleanest, and it's not as spacious as the beaches in Galveston. I ended up spending my days hanging out on the deck instead of the beach, and I was perfectly happy there! FYI, the tap water in Surfside is brown and smells like sour salt. It was an unexpected (and offputting) contrast to how fabulous The Blue Haven is. I took plenty of distilled water for drinking and cooking, but even showering felt a bit icky. Also, as a solo female traveler, I felt unsafe at times in the general area. Surfside is a very small town and kinda rough around the edges. I'm not a timid traveler, but there were several moments when I was walking alone that I felt vulnerable. Just a heads-up for all the single ladies... If stuff like that isn't an issue for you and your family/friends, then I recommend renting this house in a heartbeat! While Surfside has its quirks, The Blue Haven is its own special paradise!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

Easy, convenient access to the beach, lots of nearby seafood restaurants. The YACHT club served an amazing brunch. I would highly recommend this clean, nicely updated beach house getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2021
Sounds delightful, thank you for the 5 stars and helpful tips for future guests! We'd be thrilled to host you and your group again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Needs more cookware

Overall good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2021
Thanks for the feedback, George. Was there something specific you were looking to use in the kitchen, as we haven't had any other guests mention cookware? Glad it was overall a good stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Blue Haven

Everything turned out great! Lots of items supplied there including pots, pans, dishes. Beds are a little hard but overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
We appreciate the 5-stars, thanks so much! We'll pass along the feedback to the owner, good to know! We hope you'll be back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach trip

All good. I’ve maker needs servicing but spryer than that everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute House

The house was in good shape. However, the couch is old and uncomfortable and should be replaced ASAP. Needs bedside lamps on both sides of beds and a small chest of drawers in each bedroom would be an improvement. Towel bars in bathrooms kept falling off the walls and shower curtains did as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Overall great time.

House was excellent. We did have a problem with the cable TV not working (said connections needed tightening), and the smoke detector needing a new battery; it was "beeping" loudly each night and needed to be silenced. Other than those two small inconveniences, we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2021
Always good to hear a great time was had and our home was enjoyed! Sorry the cable service was misbehaving for you, and why do smoke detectors consistently act up at 2am? My goodness! We hope you'll be back again under quieter times.
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