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House and Toes in the SAND. No cars on this beach area! Vacation of a lifetime!

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Once Upon A Tide, a beachfront haven in the sand, offers an ideal blend of seclusion and accessibility. Enjoy modern amenities like a large kitchen overlooking the water and comfortable living spaces while being within blocks of convenience stores, restaurants, sightseeing and shopping.

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Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16139 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space

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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.

House and Toes in the SAND. No cars on this beach area! Vacation of a lifetime!

Once Upon A Tide is one of the houses that still sits in the sand, Beach Front on the Pedestrian Beach. There is nothing but sand & the waters edge. The location is ideal as it sits on a quiet area of the beach that does NOT allow cars and is within blocks of convenience stores, restaurants, sightseeing and shopping. The house is a four bedroom / 3 bath house that has all the modern amenities and supplies condiments, personal soaps and hair care and cleaning products. The property has a large kitchen that looks out over the water along with the Dining Room Area and Living Room. Pet Policy: If you love dogs like us, you are more than welcome to bring up to 2. We ask that pets stay off all furniture, are cleaned up after in the yard, and aren't left alone inside the home unless in a crate or kennel. Please message us if planning on bringing your furry friend to Surfside! Pets are welcome at this home. 2 pets max. w/ a non-refundable pet fee. (ask if additional pets are allowed).

Downstairs you will find:
Updated Kitchen
Living Room - table, bar, games, TV, etc…
2 bunk rooms with a Twin over Queen with a Twin Trundle
1 restroom with shower and tub
Laundry area

Upstairs you will find:
King En-Suite with shower
Queen En-Suite with shower
Access to upper deck with comfortable furniture

Under the house you will find:
Picnic Table
BBQ Pit
Hose to rinse off
Private parking

WiFi is available for free

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Ski

Close to skiing

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

Car recommended

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table

Entertainment

DVD player
Games
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smokers please smoke under the home so smoke does

Location highlights

Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront

Things to do

Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free Wi-Fi

includes taxes & fees

26 May - 27 May

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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

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

A completed and signed rental agreement is required. A $250 cancellation fee applies.

A security deposit hold is required prior to arrival and will be released 7 days after checkout, provided there are no deductions.

Minimum age to rent is 25 years old.

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: We love to host our guests furry family members bu

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smokers please smoke under the home so smoke does

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Surfside Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on 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 Surfside Beach and Quintana Xeriscape Nature Reserve. Brazosport Museum of Natural Science and Sea Center Texas are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding. Visit our Freeport travel guide

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What's nearby

Surfside Beach
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Jamaica Beach
36 min drive - 48.3 km
Surfside Jetty Park
18 min walk - 1.6 km
Swan Lake
2 min drive - 1.9 km
Sea Isle Beach
28 min drive - 39.5 km

Restaurants

On The River
10 min drive
Circle K
5 min walk
American Rice
12 min drive
Belly’s On The Brazos
9 min drive
Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill
3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House and Toes in the SAND. No cars on this beach area! Vacation of a lifetime! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at House and Toes in the SAND. No cars on this beach area! Vacation of a lifetime!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House and Toes in the SAND. No cars on this beach area! Vacation of a lifetime!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is House and Toes in the SAND. No cars on this beach area! Vacation of a lifetime! located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Surfside Beach, Surfside Jetty Park and Swan Lake. Follets Island Beach and Freeport Historical Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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8.8

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10/10 Excellent

Joshua J.

20 Aug 2025

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

Fantastic stay. Literally everything was there, like you're just sharing a home. Towels, beach toys, even sunscreen in a pinch. Everything was easy and the agency and owner were responsive.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Loretta P.

24 Apr 2025

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

Great time at Surfside Beach

Beautiful house with all the amenities we needed. We had 4 adults and 3 children under 10. Lots of toys for the beach. Everything we needed was in the kitchen. Close to stores so quick and easy to get groceries. Plenty of space for everyone. Loved that it was right on the beach. We didn't have to cross any roads or cross any dunes.

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Charlie R.

8 Sept 2025

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

29 Aug 2025

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

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

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8/10 Good

Brian M.

4 Aug 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025