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Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat

Vacation home near Surfside Beach in Surfside Beach

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Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop
A room with bunk beds, a ceiling fan, a desk, and a window with blinds.
A dining area with a wooden table, benches, and a chandelier.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, grey upholstered chairs, a grey sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop, and a built-in dishwasher.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 202400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Freeport

Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of this Surfside Beach vacation home, you'll find Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Fresh Water Lake and Surfside Jetty Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Swan Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Surfside Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Port of Freeport - 15 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Jamaica Beach - 46 min drive - 28.7 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪On The River - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Belly’s On The Brazos - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Salty Pelican - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat

Say "hello" to your own private beach house and "goodbye" to all your worries! This is the perfect vacation rental for large gatherings with all your friends and family. There are 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and plenty of space. Located 3 rows back from the beach, a quick walk will land you at the serene Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy your days playing in the waves, eating at local restaurants, and exploring the nearby wildlife refuges, but know that coming home might just be the best part of your day!

-- THE PROPERTY --

100666 | 2,400 Sq Ft | Wraparound Deck | Partial Ocean Views | Central A/C | Free WiFi

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, Twin/Twin/Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Twin/Twin/Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Twin/Twin/Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed, Twin/Twin/Twin Bunk Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack N' Play

STEP OUTSIDE: Private wraparound deck w/ wicker furniture, 4 sun chairs, charcoal grill & Gulf of Mexico views, lower-level patio w/ double outdoor shower & foot wash area
INDOOR LIVING: Natural sunlight, laminate wood-like flooring, 5 flat-screen TVs, oversized kitchen table, custom light fixtures, comfortable furnishings, ceiling fans, oversized closets
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, breakfast bar, granite countertops, tile backsplash, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, cooking basics, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, pantry
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, central heating, linens & towels provided
FAQ: Access only by stairs, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

SOAK UP THE SUN: Surfside Beach (walking distance), Bluewater Star (0.6 miles), Stahlman Park (0.8 miles), Surf Vista Beach House (1.6 miles), Surfside Jetty County Park (2.5 miles), Quintana Beach County Park (12.8 miles), San Luis Pass Beach (13.5 miles), Jamaica Beach (23.8 miles), Galveston Beach (34.4 miles), East Beach (41.6 miles)
NATURE PRESERVES: Quintana Neotropical Bird Sanctuary (12.5 miles), Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge Discovery Center (15.1 miles), Galveston Island State Park (26.3 miles), Laffite's Cove Nature Society (27.9 miles), East End Lagoon Nature Preserve (41.1 miles), Brazos Bend State Park (48.7 miles)
GOLF THE DAY AWAY: Freeport Golf Course (12.9 miles), Wilderness Golf Course (16.2 miles), Galveston Country Club (26.6 miles), Austin Bayou Golf Course (29.3 miles), Moody Gardens Golf Course (33.5 miles), John M. O'Quinn Nature Preserve (47.2 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Sea Center Texas (12.7 miles), Crocodile Encounter (29.9 miles), Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (37.1 miles), Moody Mansion (37.9 miles), Historic Downtown Strand Seaport Partnership (38.7 miles), Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum (39.2 miles)
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT: Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston (34.3 miles), Moody Gardens (34.8 miles), Rainforest Pyramid (34.9 miles), Kemah Boardwalk (55.7 miles), Houston Zoo (62.8 miles)
AIRPORTS: Scholes International Airport (34.1 miles), William P. Hobby Airport (64.3 miles), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (85 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 pets)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- NOTE: The property requires stairs
- NOTE: No more than 8 cars may be parked at the property per city ordinance. Violation of this policy will result in a $600 charge
- NOTE: The number of people listed on the reservation needs to reflect the number of people staying at the property. Please reach out to the owner prior to check in if there is any change to guest count
- NOTE: If the property is left in a unsatisfactory condition that results in additional cleaning, guest will incur a $300 charge
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras, located above the deck and parking area, all facing outward. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and sound detected by motion while guests are in residence

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 8 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Surfside Beach House Walk to Gulf of Mexico Coast
New! 'sandcastle' Surfside Beach Home Walk to Sea
422133
Gulf Coast Retreat w/ Deck: Walk to Surfside Beach Freeport

Frequently asked questions

How close is Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 55.7 mi (85-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Surfside Beach and 2.7 mi (4-min drive) from Follets Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat to downtown Surfside Beach?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Surfside Beach.

Steps to Surfside Beach: Large Group Gulf Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 112 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was wonderful and had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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

Weekend Stay

We had a great time at this beach house! Everything was very easy and management was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrelyn P.

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

We really enjoyed the property

Looking forward to booking it again really soon
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karena G.

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

Beach Weekend

Great house, perfect for families and so close to beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house - huge refrigerator and freezer. Rooms stayed nice and cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Great place to stay

The house was exactly as expected. A great place to spend your vacation time, clean and well maintained. Beach’s were great and water was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Great place!

Great place for a large family to gather! We loved staying in this home. It was clean & had everything we needed for our stay.Management (Janet) went above & beyond to accommodate our needs. She was easily accessible via text message and responded quickly.We plan to return next year for our annual family get together. Highly recommend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol f.

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

Good family time

We’ve stayed here before, so knew what it was like - works well so that family groups had their bathroom, no need to drag all your stuff in and out each time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary

3rd year, same house

This is our third year renting the same house and obviously we love it. Great beach access, great open space, plenty of beds and bathrooms and all the amenities we need. We will be back next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorias S.

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

Fabulous

The property was exactly as listed. Was perfect for accommodating our family for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely and spacious property that accommodated our family gathering well. It has a comfortable beds and a large kitchen for making meals with plenty of cookware and dishes. It could use some kitchen towels and light blankets for the couches. The outside shower for rinsing after the beach has both hot and cold water, and we never ran out of hot water while taking showers for our group of 14.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing, which lead to an incredible weekend with my family. Any negatives were caused by nature. The mosquitos were crazy active around the porch so bring some citronella candles and bug spray! Also, bring bottled water, if you aren't use to well water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY D.

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

The Perfect Retreat

9 women stayed here for a long weekend, and it was WONDERFUL! We had plenty of space and the house was beautiful and clean. Janet is one of the best hosts - she was helpful and responsive. The little extras like saving a huge refrigerator and a well-stocked kitchen made this a five star experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Perfect 4th of July

Our group had a wonderful time! The house was the perfect size to accommodate our large group of adults and children. We liked that it wasn't right on the beach (it can get loud at night with fireworks and fires) but it was only a short walk to the beach. The owners were very kind and quick to respond when we had a question. Perfect getaway!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Reema K.

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

Great home for a large group

We stayed for Easter weekend. Home was a quick walk to the beach and convenient to go back and forth. Kitchen was great as it had just about everything we needed to cook with. Could have used some sharper knives and scissors. There were no actual wine glasses, but otherwise had everything you needed. Biggest plus was a bathroom in each bedroom. All and all a great house.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Great house for a group

This house is a comfortable location for a group get together. Very close to beach. Large kitchen and great deck. Each bedroom has its own bathroom which is quite convenient. It has all the needed supplies. Also, the management company responded immediately to all questions. Lovely place for Surfside!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Family Beach Time

Wanted time away to spend together at the beach and this did not disappoint. It might be nice to let renters know at booking how to access beach by foot and that car access, if desires requires a $12 pass. Otherwise the location and layout of the property suited us well!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Perfect for large family group

We all loved the location, easy walk to the beach - well equipped, clean, and perfect for multiple family group. Everyone liked having a separate bedroom and adjoining bathroom for each family - so much easier than dragging all your stuff in and out each time you used bathrooms shared by multiple people. We had some functioning errors, but the host replied quickly to make it right - great week!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Our Stay at Spoonbill

The home is simply wonderful. Our grandchildren liked their beds a lot. The atmosphere was perfect for our family, and the kitchen was amply stocked with utensils needed except for the frying pans. We sent an email and also reached out via phone. We had to leave a voicemail. Unfortunately, we received no response.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginny D.

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

Great vacation

The rental property was equipped with everything we could possibly need to enjoy a wonderful time in the beach. I was however, unable to make contact or get a respond to my messages from the property owner. It was a little stressful as our date drew near. Luckily, 6 hours before check in, I was contacted with instructions to enter the property. I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

REBA S.

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

Family Beach Fun 2024

The house was large enough to hold all 17 of us. The only thing lacking was a covered porch. It was nice to have all the cookware there - they only thing I took extra was a griddle to do pancakes on. There was beach toys for the kids to play with and we even added to their collection. Tropical Storm Alberto could not keep us from enjoying ourselves with our kids and grandkids!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Perfect for our family

We had a wonderful stay. The house was perfect for our family. We had a grandma and grandpa and three adult children. Two of our children are married and brought their children. The rooms with the triple bunk beds was just perfect. Trust me, I looked for a long time to find the right house. The beach was very close and that's where we spent most of our week. We made some amazing memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you Evolve!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Thanksgiving Bonus

This house is, hands down, the best for large family gatherings. There is everything and anything you need in this huge impressive kitchen. There is plenty of fridge and freezer room, no problem seating your entire family and then some, games galore and each bedroom has its own bathroom.It doesn't get any better than this one!!Everything in this house, including the decor, is top of the line. What you see in the pics is what you get and more. It was perfect for our blended family Thanksgiving and we hope to make this hidden treasure a family tradition ❤️ 💜.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Luke K.

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

Improvements

There were bugs all over! Killed Atleast 2 roaches and some other bug from the couches and the floors It was a great location - close to beach Amazing living room and family setting Wrap around deck was beautiful The vents were dirty and unclean The counters were unclean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Mayra P.

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

Bad experience

They are accusing me of stealing a part from the refrigerator, and it was gone when I got there . The place was not that clean when I got there too. The showers where not working they were like clogged , and the bedrooms they were dirty, and the beds were full with sand they were dirty, so was the fridge dirty not clean at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022