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2nd Row Beach House just steps to the sand! EV charger!

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Interior - 2nd Row Beach House just steps to the sand! EV charger! (Surfside Beach)
Exterior - 2nd Row Beach House just steps to the sand! EV charger! (Surfside Beach)
Interior - 2nd Row Beach House just steps to the sand! EV charger! (Surfside Beach)
Experience a beachside retreat at A Shore Thing, offering ocean views and steps to the sand in Surfside Beach. Relax on the large covered front deck, fire up the charcoal grill for an alfresco meal or rinse off from a day at the beach with an enclosed shower downstairs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11119 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • 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.

2nd Row Beach House just steps to the sand! EV charger!

Charge your soul, charge your car! "A Shore Thing" is a beautiful, newly remodeled and updated three-bedroom, two-bathroom second row beach home with ocean views. Located in the Swan Lake subdivision of Surfside Beach just steps to the sand. Amazing water views from a large covered front deck, just a short walk to the beach. Shaded parking under the house. Guests can enjoy the charcoal grill and enclosed shower downstairs for rinsing off when you return from the sandy beach. Upgraded whole-house water filtration plus additional reverse osmosis (RO) faucet in kitchen.

** Guests can charge their cars here with the sought-after NEMA 14-50 outlet. (Please bring your charging cables.) ** There are 2 security cameras on the exterior of the home to cover the deck and underneath the home. They do not record audio and are installed solely for protection of property,

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing 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 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Electric car charging station
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,280 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please put used towels by washer. Housekeeper will strip beds and wash all linens after checkout.
Please run dishwasher if needed. Housekeeper will empty it after checkout.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not 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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Map
Surfside Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Swan Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Jamaica Beach - 30 min drive - 42.4 km
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 46 min drive - 63.0 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪American Rice - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mi Ranchito - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Sirenita Seafood N Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2nd Row Beach House just steps to the sand! EV charger! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2nd Row Beach House just steps to the sand! EV charger!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2nd Row Beach House just steps to the sand! EV charger!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2nd Row Beach House just steps to the sand! EV charger! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Freeport vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Follets Island Beach is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

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2nd Row Beach House just steps to the sand! EV charger! Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jen m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of my favorite stays, everything was perfect, the house was super clean, roomy and cozy, the host was amazing and very available. I would highly recommend, and we will def be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jean m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely and very quiet. So restful and relaxing. Some minor things I think you might want to be aware of. The floor in both bathrooms are lifting up, (maybe due to water?), the bathtub fixtures in both bathrooms need replacing, hard to take a shower, ants were noted in the silverware drawer, and loose boards on the steps up and handrails. Would rent again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

E S.

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

Great stay

Nice house close to the beach. We loved the shaded front porch. The house had updates throughout. We appreciated the water filter in the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

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

Beach House

Super cute and clean. Easy quick walk to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase P.

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

Great Vacation Spot

We stayed here for spring break and had a great time! Very nice property just dont forget to bring your soap and shampoo.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

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

Girl’s Weekend

We loved the house! Great layout with lots of space and within walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing, it’s was right in the middle of everything we did. The towels were the only thing, they were worn and dark stains looked like someone polished their boots. We loved the house and very well stocked. We want to rent for next year Great place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

June 20-25 Fanily Vacation

We had an amazing time staying here! They had everything we needed, and of course they told us what extra stuff to bring just in case. We had a week stay and it was a great time away! Only thing i suggest is bring extra bug spray for between the houses on the walk to the beach. The host always answered any time i had a question and was very nice. Thank you for letting us make this our home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Fun Times!

The entire family had a great time! Thanks so much
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The faucets in the baths are in pretty bad shape and difficult to function. They need to be changed. I also suggest cleaning to toilet tanks to remove scum; kind of gross to flush and see scum come out. Great kitchen and utensils. One dining chair is in disrepair with a broken bar that falls off.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pleashette N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and put together amazingly. The walk to the beach was also better than driving up. We had a great time but some of the amenities weren’t too great. When we got there the A/C was on 73 degrees but the house literally stopped cooling with people inside and literally didn’t cool down until we left the house and went to the beach to cool down. They recommended the a/c not to be lower than 70 and we were sweating, I had 12 people with me. The water didn’t have a filter and the water was disguising. I recommend bringing everything you need especially utensils, they were rusted. Overall I give it a 8/10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni S.

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

Beach view at an affordable price

You can see and hear the waves from the very spacious covered front porch. The only thing missing from the kitchen was garlic powder. The king bed was so comfortable and I really enjoyed my afternoon nap on the living room couch. The neighborhood is so quiet. There’s a little sandy opening on the dunes that you can walk across to get to the beach. I definitely recommend the house and we will definitely be going there in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Wonderful!!!

Our stay was wonderful. Great location and the owners thought of everything. We will be staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria L.

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

Clean spacious but water smell was horrible.

The house was clean and spacious. The only bad thing was the water smell and pressure was horrible it was a very bad smell to even wash your teeth we had to use water bottles.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

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

Awesome Vacation House

Great experience all around. House was awesome, host was awesome, very close to the beach and pretty much all you need is furnished. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brianne B.

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

Daughter Birthday party

We enjoyed our stay for the weekend. The house was very clean, great location. The rooms were very big and beds were comfortable. The only thing is that their were tons of roofing nails that we had to pick up so no one got hurt.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa B.

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

Great House

We stayed here with another family and this house is really nice, spacious, and updated! The kid room was great to have to entertain our 5 kids!!! We really enjoyed staying here and will book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

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

Freeport Getaway

The house was very pretty and clean. Our favorite part was the open plan living room and kitchen area where we got to hang out and play games. We also loved how close the beach was. Everything was perfect and we were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel M.

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

Family vacations

We had a good time it was how I imagine it would be
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

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

Another Great Trip

This was our second year staying here. We had another wonderful time. We highly recommend this property. Thanks again Matt!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

TaShona A.

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

Great

I had a wonderful time I really enjoyed myself
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

denise H.

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

Wonderful time at surfside

We had a wonderful time at this home, beautiful and comfortable inside and outside on the deck. Anytime we had any questions they were attended to very quickly. I love that you could see the beach from the deck and it was easy access. Would definitely come again 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffanie M.

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

Great location!

It was a quick weekend get away for my family and I. The house was the perfect size for all 11 of us. It was fully stocked with everything we needed. The best part was location! When not on the beach, we sat on the deck watching the waves come in. Even though the house sits on the second row you still get a great view of the ocean!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angeline W.

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

Nice Beach Home

The property was really nice. We had seven kids with us and the house accommodated us perfectly. It's been renovated recently. If you are a fan of Surfside, this is a great little place to call home for your beach getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Laurel B.

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

Bad visit

Additional review pending response and resolution from property manager for stay complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024