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Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views!

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Beach viewBeach viewBeach view
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Surfside Beach, TX
  • Popular LocationSurfside Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSurfside Jetty Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationQuintana Beach County Park20 min drive
  • AirportLake Jackson, TX (LJN-Brazoria County)27 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views!

This adorable seaside cottage sleeps up to 6 comfortably in the 'Best Gulf Beach Town as rated by Gulf Shores Magazine. Fish N' Ships sits in the pedestrian beach area. Located on a corner lot near the jetty, just a short walk down the beach. The front of the house is lined with windows to let in plenty of natural light and spacious views. Open concept living area with lovely beach decor throughout the home.

Surfside is paradise for those with many interests offering some of the best surfing and birding in Texas. With its unique octagonal design, this beach house offers amazing 360 degree views. The aptly named, Fish-n-Ships features a large deck to enjoy the fresh sea breeze and views of the beach, along with the Texas Ship Channel where ships arrive from all over the world and the fishing is world class! Next door is a play park, volleyball courts and a splash pad.

Discover a variety of activities nearby since you are steps away from one of the best surfing breaks on the Gulf Coast and ample beach to set out your sun chairs. Head to the jetty to watch the fun from the granite surf bench, look for dolphins dancing in the waves, or grab your fishing tackle to cast your luck for the prized trout or bull red. Try crabbing at the nearby crabbing pier. No luck? No worries! Surfside has several eateries to enjoy fresh food for lunch or dinner.

A few blocks north is the site of the first battle of the Texas Revolution where you can see a replica of historic Fort Velasco. Stop along your walks in the beautiful Butterfly Park and Nature Preserve or relax in this quiet sanctuary, and even enjoy a spectacular Texas Sunset. Better yet head back to the house and fire up the outdoor grill and enjoy some of the best sunset views in all of Surfside right off your back porch!

Relax after a fun-filled day by watching a movie with the family or sitting out in the fresh air to star gaze the southern skies. Plan for some early morning birding in the hopes of spotting numerous local favorites such as the Roseate Spoonbill, the Snow Egret, and the great Blue Heron before you drift off to sleep with the ocean waves gently crashing along the shore in the background.

Fish-n-Ships is a family favorite for guests from all over the world and a year-round great place to reside! Bed linens, bath towels, Wi-Fi and satellite television are all included with your stay. Bring your friends and family...you'll have no problem finding fun in the sun!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Decking or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

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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 - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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 deadlock
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

About the area

Freeport

Located in Surfside Beach, this holiday home is near 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 1 min walk
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 1 min walk
  • Port of Freeport - 12 min drive
  • Quintana Beach County Park - 20 min drive
  • Quintana Beach - 20 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 - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps away from Surfside Beach and Surfside Jetty Park. Swan Lake is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Butch A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Great place for the family. Kids loved being able to walk right on to the beach. Also the playground at Jetty Park being within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holli O.

Liked: Cleanliness
40 hour escape
Great spot next to the shopping channel, up close and personal Perfect We will book here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adventure House
We really enjoyed our stay at the cute pink house! It had alot of personality and was very close to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

E S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay.
Had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the location
This was the perfect location for us! The kitchen was well-stocked. We spent a lot of time on the deck and walking on the beach. The host was a great communicator.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Laura H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unpleasantly Surprised
The location of the property is amazing but this is where the good things end. The house smelled musty upon initial entry, the bedroom walls are not floor to ceiling so there is no privacy, the queen bed is extra firm, cabinet doors coming off hinges, mildew/mold heavily present in the shower, bedroom door won’t close dragging on the floor, rusty coffee pot, no vent for the stove, and the list could go on. This property has the potential to be great with minor repairs/upkeep and a deep clean. I did read reviews prior to booking the location and thought some of the issues would have already been addressed since there are so many five star reviews. I hope these issues are addressed for future guests comfort to make their stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie T., Norman, OK, United States

Fun Time with Friends at the Beach
Property was as described. Very close to the beach, maybe a minute walk. House had massive amounts of drink ware! There are both a Keurig and Mr. Coffee drip style. They also had a hot water pot which was quite handy. As noted, you have a starter supply of base paper products. Don’t forget your shower needs as they (shampoo, bath soap) are not provided. The home was aging and could use some basic maintenance on cabinet doors and electrical outlet covers. The deck was expansive and had a lot of seating. There was also a lot of seating inside the house. It was very quiet as far as outside noise coming into the house. The AC worked great in the house! The beds were fine- did not notice the “hard” mattress situation mentioned in other reviews. Not many options for good food in the area. Best place we found was Belly’s on the Brazos in Freeport. Convenience store is about a mile up the road for forgotten needs and there is a Bucee’s 2-3 miles away. There is also a super Walmart in Lake Jackson if needed. Very much a fishing beach! If you love to fish, this is the place for you! Your family can have fun in the sun on the beach while you are casting a line. We enjoyed strolling along the Jetty and watching the big ships come and go. Be sure to bring drinkable water as the water in the home is a tad off color and salty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great
Perfect great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becke S., Springdale, Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
My sister and I and both our husbands had a nice stay. We loved the location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

andrew v., Allen Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great fishing spot
Good spot for fishing jetty and watch the ships come in and out! Mattess is harder than the floor! But we managed! We would stay again but bringing an mattress pad!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023