Sun Kissed Retreat, FRONT ROW! BEACHFRONT! BEAUTY!

Great stay. Attractively decorated. Decks enjoyable. Beach access so easy. Clean with nice amenities. Plan to rebook and have shared info with family members who like to visit Surfside.

Our stay was wonderful. The house had everything we needed for the beach. Canopy, chairs for all 5 of us, and even a wagon to make the short trip to the beach. Having both the Keurig and traditional coffee makers was a nice perk. The decks are perfect for both sunrise and sunset. The only negative was that our trip was too short. We will be back!

We enjoyed our time at the beach the house was as stated in listing. Easy beach access and fun times. The provided canopy and beach toys was a nice addition.

Great house right on the beach. Comfortable beds and nicely decorated. We loved hanging out on the deck watching the waves roll in and enjoying the beautiful sunshine. Our teenagers loved the quick access to the beach and the beach supplies provided.

This house was so cute, and the decorations were very beachy, but there were a few issues. The sheets on the bed were not fresh, and the floors were not very clean. The biggest problem we had was that the private dune crossover was not usable all the way to the beach. The dune vegetation had grown so overgrown that it was not safe to use, due to the fact that the dunes have many venomous snakes. This unobstructive view and the crossover were one of the main reasons we chose this house. Lastly, under the house was a mess. There was broken glass and debris all over the place. We were able to clean that up without too much effort. I know the dunes are protected, but I believe you can have small pathways through them, which is what the picture showed. There was, however, a community crossover right next door, so that was a plus. We would be interested in renting this house again. It was peaceful and restful, which is what we wanted. Also, we caught some pretty nice fish.

Great location with easy access to the beach! Beautiful view and so convenient that you really don’t need to haul anything other than your chairs and drinks to relax by the water. You will likely want to use the neighboring walk over to the beach, as the one attached to the house ends at the dunes, and there are warning of snakes (rattlesnakes) in the grassy dunes. We had some issues with the hot water, missing hair dryers, and broken appliances. However, Brad was very quick to respond and remedy the issues. The home needs a very thorough deep cleaning as there were several issues that only happen by neglect, especially in the bathrooms. I don’t blame the owner b/c they pay a service to clean. I did let Brad know, and I feel like he will address that situation as well b/c it can’t be fixed if they aren’t aware. Despite these issues, we had a great time. I would stay here again, if the cleanliness issues are addressed.

Even more spacious living room, primary bedroom, and deck than it appeared in photos. Beautiful beach views. Peaceful & quiet! Easy access to beach via wooden public access walkway over the dunes that originates next to the house.

The overall stay was very nice. Nice views,close to aot of different places. There was a couple of amenities that weren't there. There was no fire pit and I had brought some wood to burn and there was no private walkway as stated. The one that was there ended into the dunes where signage was to beware of snakes

The best part is the location…beachfront! House is older than others and it shows. Could use some TLC on the outside. I understand that the weather takes its toll on the exterior. Storage is lacking in that all the beach accessories (canopies, chairs, etc) are kept inside in a bedroom closet. The private walking bridge down to beach from the house could be longer and more gradual. Older clientele may have an issue walking across this. The path to the beach after the bridge is through an area where snakes have been spotted as well as covered in ants. A longer wooden bridge that is more gradual would fix these issues and pass this area. The bridge next to the house that others from the area use is perfect except to use this one you will have to enter the house via the front door which means you have to take the keys with you or leave the front door unlocked which is a security issue while you are down at the beach. The outdoor shower is also located where you have to use the front door for entry after rinsing off. Again, the best part of this was the location, the views are perfect!

If you're looking for a stunning ocean-front view directly on the beach, this cozy house is the place to stay. It's quiet, the beach is so peaceful this time of year with hardly anyone else out there for the most part, and the weather was still warm & sunny. The house has everything you need, it feels spacious for a 2-bedroom, there are 2 outside decks with plenty of lounging room, & a private walkway right to the beach. We also loved that our 2 beloved pups were welcomed. We would definitely stay here again

We had SUCH a great week! Very clean. Beautiful view. Helpful and timely communication with Brad. Would rent again in a heartbeat!

Absolutely the perfect little getaway bungalow. The inside of this beachfront home is furnished and arranged to relax and enjoy your time. Very clean and up kept.

We loved our weekend here! It was so nicely decorated and clean, and had everything you could possibly need. Very accommodating to your pups and great beach access. We would definitely stay here again.

After an issue with the house being cleaned on time for check in . We enjoyed our stay at the house .

We enjoyed our stay very much. The check in process was very easy, the house was clean and smelled clean as soon as we walked in. The house is pretty spacious and I loved the decor. The owners have great communication, they respond promptly. The communication has nothing to do with complaints or concerns just a question here and there and we got answers rapidly and very helpful. They provide with more than most places we have stayed and we just had a lovely time there, definitely recommend and we will definitely be back again.

This house was so cute, and the decorations were very beachy, but there were a few issues. The sheets on the bed were not fresh, and the floors were not very clean. The biggest problem we had was that the private dune crossover was not usable all the way to the beach. The dune vegetation had grown so overgrown that it was not safe to use, due to the fact that the dunes have many venomous snakes. This unobstructive view and the crossover were one of the main reasons we chose this house. Lastly, under the house was a mess. There was broken glass and debris all over the place. We were able to clean that up without too much effort. I know the dunes are protected, but I believe you can have small pathways through them, which is what the picture showed. There was, however, a community crossover right next door, so that was a plus. We would be interested in renting this house again. It was peaceful and restful, which is what we wanted. Also, we caught some pretty nice fish.

Great location, but dirty towels when we arrived. The charcoal bag was soaking wet and rippen when we tried to use it. Hot water went in and out. We had a great time though.

Great location with easy access to the beach! Beautiful view and so convenient that you really don’t need to haul anything other than your chairs and drinks to relax by the water. You will likely want to use the neighboring walk over to the beach, as the one attached to the house ends at the dunes, and there are warning of snakes (rattlesnakes) in the grassy dunes. We had some issues with the hot water, missing hair dryers, and broken appliances. However, Brad was very quick to respond and remedy the issues. The home needs a very thorough deep cleaning as there were several issues that only happen by neglect, especially in the bathrooms. I don’t blame the owner b/c they pay a service to clean. I did let Brad know, and I feel like he will address that situation as well b/c it can’t be fixed if they aren’t aware. Despite these issues, we had a great time. I would stay here again, if the cleanliness issues are addressed.

Very clean. Accurate pictures. Owner very good communicator. Good location.

Location was perfect. Our stay would have been perfect if the house would have been clean. As a VRBO home owner myself, I tried to reach out to Brad with our concerns about the cleanliness of the home before posting a review. I thought he would assure me there was an issue with the cleaning crew, that it was a rare occurrence, it would be taken care of, instead I was ghosted. We were also ghosted the day we checked in when the internet information that was sent to me was incorrect and we had issues using the internet. Here are a few of the concerns I messaged Brad about, but did not get a response. *The floors had not been cleaned. From the moment we arrived, we had to keep shoes on to avoid our feet getting dirty.*The toilets are stained so badly that at first we thought someone had not flushed after urinating.*There is no hot water in the primary bathroom sink, nor in the guest bathroom shower. We had to use the primary shower only. *The primary shower and wall beside the shower were dirty. I’ll attach photos.*The fridge was dirty on the inside and outside. *There was animal hair on the island.*There is old food items in the cabinets. *The rugs in the bathroom are filthy. They have not been washed in a very long time. *The bathroom floors have a lot of grim buildup. Location is amazing, but the lack of communication, lack of concern that his property is not being maintained and cleaned is a HUGE red flag for anyone considering this property.

This might have been the best trip we've taken as a family. Hitting the beach was a breeze. It wasn't crowded. If anything, the listing under sells how great the place is. Two days into our week the kids were already asking if we could come back next year.

The house was much cuter in person than in photos! We loved it. The only recommendations we have is possibly more seating for lounging in the living room. The couch was the only comfy seat to sit :). Then also, somewhere to store none fridge food. The pantry’s are locked for cleaning and there wasn’t cabinet space for holding bread, chips, snacks etc. The owners were very kind and checked in on us to make sure we didn’t need anything! Would stay here again for sure!

Very happy with the house and process! 4 of us celebrated my mom's 80th birthday. I was worried about dad getting around but they stayed in the larger room and had no trouble navigating around the house or their large bathroom. Seriously front row seats of the beach! We only got sandy when we wanted to. House was very nicely furnished, linens were fine and kitchen well supplied. If you are doing any cooking bring all ingredients. My only real advice is bring WATER! You will want to use it to make coffee and even brush your teeth with. Plan ahead for restaurants, they are very sporadic on hours posted in Surfside but Lake Jackson was consistent. We will definitely be coming back to stay here again.

The place is very cozy and nice. Right on the beach. We enjoy our stay very much. The host, Brad, was very quick in communication. Our family would come back and stay at this place again in the future.

Great house right on the beach. Comfortable beds and nicely decorated. We loved hanging out on the deck watching the waves roll in and enjoying the beautiful sunshine. Our teenagers loved the quick access to the beach and the beach supplies provided.

Beautiful house. Bigger than expected. Loved the view and location. Would definitely stay there again.

Even more spacious living room, primary bedroom, and deck than it appeared in photos. Beautiful beach views. Peaceful & quiet! Easy access to beach via wooden public access walkway over the dunes that originates next to the house.

The best part is the location…beachfront! House is older than others and it shows. Could use some TLC on the outside. I understand that the weather takes its toll on the exterior. Storage is lacking in that all the beach accessories (canopies, chairs, etc) are kept inside in a bedroom closet. The private walking bridge down to beach from the house could be longer and more gradual. Older clientele may have an issue walking across this. The path to the beach after the bridge is through an area where snakes have been spotted as well as covered in ants. A longer wooden bridge that is more gradual would fix these issues and pass this area. The bridge next to the house that others from the area use is perfect except to use this one you will have to enter the house via the front door which means you have to take the keys with you or leave the front door unlocked which is a security issue while you are down at the beach. The outdoor shower is also located where you have to use the front door for entry after rinsing off. Again, the best part of this was the location, the views are perfect!

Great beach house! The house is right on the beach. Amazing deck- we enjoyed watching the waves in the morning with our coffee. Decor was super cute.

If you're looking for a stunning ocean-front view directly on the beach, this cozy house is the place to stay. It's quiet, the beach is so peaceful this time of year with hardly anyone else out there for the most part, and the weather was still warm & sunny. The house has everything you need, it feels spacious for a 2-bedroom, there are 2 outside decks with plenty of lounging room, & a private walkway right to the beach. We also loved that our 2 beloved pups were welcomed. We would definitely stay here again

We had SUCH a great week! Very clean. Beautiful view. Helpful and timely communication with Brad. Would rent again in a heartbeat!

The house was great. However, we had no hot water. The external water heater went out and the repairmen could not get a part in time to fix the repair before our leave. We were offered a place to shower a mile or so away, but did not feel that a sufficient resolution. There were no comparable rentals available. I am still waiting for the agreed upon refund for the resolution. The host is in now in Egypt and seems to not have an internet connection with VRBO but he messaged me. I am still very confused about how to rate this place and host. I would have given it a 5 if this had been all worked out before his trip. As I am running out of the review window, here it is.

Oh am gee! Our rental experience exceeded my expectations. Leading up to our beach weekend, Brad was communicative and kind. He was very accommodating and I could not have asked for a better host. The home itself is a gem. The views were spectacular. The house was clean and had everything we needed. It was a weekend for the books. I’m already planning our next trip back. Thank you for a wonderful experience Brad.

The place is very cozy and nice. Right on the beach. We enjoy our stay very much. The host, Brad, was very quick in communication. Our family would come back and stay at this place again in the future.

We had a great time at this house! Easy access to the beach, hose at both front and back porch to wash sand off. I LOVED the back porch facing the water. I would sit out there and have coffee, go to the beach, get burnt and then hang out at the covered porch til dark. Lots of items available for use. The Owner was very quick to respond to any questions or requests as well!

We enjoyed our stay very much. The check in process was very easy, the house was clean and smelled clean as soon as we walked in. The house is pretty spacious and I loved the decor. The owners have great communication, they respond promptly. The communication has nothing to do with complaints or concerns just a question here and there and we got answers rapidly and very helpful. They provide with more than most places we have stayed and we just had a lovely time there, definitely recommend and we will definitely be back again.

Very clean. Accurate pictures. Owner very good communicator. Good location.

Location was perfect. Our stay would have been perfect if the house would have been clean. As a VRBO home owner myself, I tried to reach out to Brad with our concerns about the cleanliness of the home before posting a review. I thought he would assure me there was an issue with the cleaning crew, that it was a rare occurrence, it would be taken care of, instead I was ghosted. We were also ghosted the day we checked in when the internet information that was sent to me was incorrect and we had issues using the internet. Here are a few of the concerns I messaged Brad about, but did not get a response. *The floors had not been cleaned. From the moment we arrived, we had to keep shoes on to avoid our feet getting dirty.*The toilets are stained so badly that at first we thought someone had not flushed after urinating.*There is no hot water in the primary bathroom sink, nor in the guest bathroom shower. We had to use the primary shower only. *The primary shower and wall beside the shower were dirty. I’ll attach photos.*The fridge was dirty on the inside and outside. *There was animal hair on the island.*There is old food items in the cabinets. *The rugs in the bathroom are filthy. They have not been washed in a very long time. *The bathroom floors have a lot of grim buildup. Location is amazing, but the lack of communication, lack of concern that his property is not being maintained and cleaned is a HUGE red flag for anyone considering this property.

House was exactly as stated. Plenty of room for 4 adults, 2 kids and family dog. Host was one of the best you’ll deal with. Very prompt and friendly.

This is our fourth time visiting this property. Since Brad took ownership of it, it has remained just as relaxing as ever. Brad is super communicative and always nice to deal with. If we ever go back, we will certainly look for his property again. We love Surfside!

Location was great. Traffic in the area was not bad at all. House was perfect for us. Open layout was great. Had everything we needed. Master bed very comfortable. Agree with previous review that beach access bridge next to house was a better option for us than the one attached to the house as we preferred not to walk so close to the grassy area/"dune brush" due to signs that warned of potential snakes. Was never a problem though. Still very convenient. Views from porch were amazing. Loved sitting on the cute chairs having family time. We arrived on a Sunday and were surprised to see all the cars on the beach, it was very crowded. However, Monday thru Thursday was complete opposite. Very peaceful. Communication with owner was very good. 100% would rent again.

Great stay. Attractively decorated. Decks enjoyable. Beach access so easy. Clean with nice amenities. Plan to rebook and have shared info with family members who like to visit Surfside.

Very happy with the house and process! 4 of us celebrated my mom's 80th birthday. I was worried about dad getting around but they stayed in the larger room and had no trouble navigating around the house or their large bathroom. Seriously front row seats of the beach! We only got sandy when we wanted to. House was very nicely furnished, linens were fine and kitchen well supplied. If you are doing any cooking bring all ingredients. My only real advice is bring WATER! You will want to use it to make coffee and even brush your teeth with. Plan ahead for restaurants, they are very sporadic on hours posted in Surfside but Lake Jackson was consistent. We will definitely be coming back to stay here again.

Right in front of the ocean. Will definitely rent this beach house again.

Great house right on the beach. Comfortable beds and nicely decorated. We loved hanging out on the deck watching the waves roll in and enjoying the beautiful sunshine. Our teenagers loved the quick access to the beach and the beach supplies provided.

Even more spacious living room, primary bedroom, and deck than it appeared in photos. Beautiful beach views. Peaceful & quiet! Easy access to beach via wooden public access walkway over the dunes that originates next to the house.

We are a family of 4 and we had a very relaxing 4 days at this location. The hosts were prompt in answering all our questions, the house was clean and in order, the location was perfect, and close to restaurants and the beach. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking into spending a relaxed time at the beach.

Great beach house! The house is right on the beach. Amazing deck- we enjoyed watching the waves in the morning with our coffee. Decor was super cute.

Clean great beach access

If you're looking for a stunning ocean-front view directly on the beach, this cozy house is the place to stay. It's quiet, the beach is so peaceful this time of year with hardly anyone else out there for the most part, and the weather was still warm & sunny. The house has everything you need, it feels spacious for a 2-bedroom, there are 2 outside decks with plenty of lounging room, & a private walkway right to the beach. We also loved that our 2 beloved pups were welcomed. We would definitely stay here again