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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa, a coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level. - Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities. (Surfside Beach)
A wooden deck with three Adirondack chairs facing a beach. - Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities. (Surfside Beach)
A spacious room with a high ceiling, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a staircase. - Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities. (Surfside Beach)
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a sandy shore and a grassy area. - Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities. (Surfside Beach)
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV. - Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities. (Surfside Beach)
Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities. provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities.

  • An original Surfside Tradition!



    Originally located on the pedestrian beach "Gables" has been hosting family vacations since 1962. After a storm the family relocated the home to the middle beach area a few years ago and at that time decided to add an extra bedroom and restroom to the downstairs and remodel the home. "Gables" is a home everyone on the island knows and recognizes. Owned by a lovely family who cherishes it and enjoys knowing that it means so much to so many. Sharing their beautiful home makes it that much more special. * LIFE - Enjoy the journey and soak up some sun! *



    "Gables" is an impressive property that is very well loved and taken care of. The property is a 4 bedroom / 2.5 bath along with a loft area with a partially private area and a restroom.



    The loft has separate sleeping areas that are open but semi-private at the same time. For entertainment there is a TV area.



    The 4 bedrooms on the main level each have a King or a Queen size bed. Beautifully situated on the Middle Beach area of Surfside Beach. The yard around the Gables is perfect for the entertaining, kids to play, BBQing, etc... and access to the water is so easy, just a few short steps from grass to sand. You and your family and/or friends will leave this house wishing you could have stayed longer. This property books almost a year in advance so please let us know as soon as possible what dates you are interested in.



    We now offer optional linen service to fit your needs and budget:



    • Bring Your Own Linens (sheets, bath towels, kitchen towels) to save on costs. If you would like to bring your own linens ask us to remove the cost which is included in the cleaning fee.



    Want to know more? We would love to talk to you!

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About the neighborhood

Located in Surfside Beach, this vacation home is on 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Freeport travel guide
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Surfside Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • A coastal town at sunset with a beach, houses, and a clear sky.
    Surfside Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A sandy beach with dunes and sparse vegetation.
    San Luis Beach
    19 min drive - 25.9 km
  • A sunset over a beach with a large rock formation and a distant tower.
    Jamaica Beach
    46 min drive - 46.1 km
  • Swan Lake
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Surfside Jetty Park
    7 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • On The River
    12 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    11 min drive
  • Seahorse Bar & Grill
    3 min drive
  • Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill
    16 min walk
  • Belly’s On The Brazos
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities. 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 Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities. located?

Situated on the beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Fresh Water Lake and Follets Island Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Traditional Coastal Charm all the modern amenities. Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location to beach!!

Lots of beds! All comfy! Fully stocked kitchen! Wonderful place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Gables

Had such a great time. We will be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location! Cute house!

The location and access to the beach were great. The house had everything we needed with plenty of beds, seating to hang out and a great view of the beach. It could use a few updates including a new stove but I would definitely stay there again. It cost extra to have the beds made for our arrival, which I thought was odd, but maybe that's a standard expense in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

This was the perfect house for our group of 13. We loved the location, the house was perfect with lots of room, and the neighbors were very nice. The only complaints we had are the mosquito (take bug spray) and the stove needs updated (one of the burners didn't work and you can't read the numbers on the oven dial). The beds are so comfy and the deck is perfect. Would love to see more lighting on the lower deck. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2022 Vacation

I’ve stayed at The Gables several times before with my parents and family. My Mom passed away last February so it was bittersweet for me. She loved the beach and having all her family there. Great location and loved the new additions. The front of the house didn’t cool as well but that is expected in this heat! We did get a call the day before we left saying someone said we had a dog with us. No animals with us, just our kiddos. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Adventure

While this house did not work out for our trip, we had an awesome experience with Denise. She went above and beyond at 3am to get us into a house that was best for our trip. Denise deserves an award for her wiliness and kindness to us. There were 15 of us total, included 2 babies and 3 kids under 5. She was our vacation saver, and we will forever be grateful to her!! Denise you rock! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
For as much as I was charged the place could have been cleaner. There was a beer can under one of the beds. Under the couch cushions are nasty. One of the faucets cut a family member. A few lights were burnt out and I was told to find light bulbs in the cupboard and change them. There was not the light bulbs that we needed plus you needed a ladder to get to them. I asked for them to be changed, no one came out. The dryer vent was broke and someone did come out the last day we were there to fix that. I asked the maintenance man if he was going to change the light bulbs and he said no. The shower curtains had mold on them. There was no clicker for the one bedroom and we were told to use an app. Things should have been taken care of properly before someone comes to stay at the rental and then charge the price they did. Being on the beach was nice and we did have a place to lay our heads. We made do and as a family had fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the location—just steps from the best part of the beach and very close to the Yucca Beach access. That convenience was the highlight of our stay.The house itself is in poor condition and overdue for serious updates. I rely heavily on reviews when booking, and I wish previous reviews had been more honest. It’s clear the owners haven’t invested in maintaining the property in quite some time.One of the most concerning issues was the water. It came out yellow—almost brown at times—which made us hesitant to use it for anything beyond flushing or quick rinses. The A/C also struggled. Even after the sun went down, it was still 77 degrees inside, and our bedroom never cooled off throughout the night. There are safety issues as well. A loose floor vent near the door was a serious hazard—thankfully, we were watching when our little one tried to pick it up. There's also a badly damaged section of flooring by the back door where the vinyl is chipped away, loosely covered by a rug. The lighting throughout the home is very dim, and the ceiling fans are loud and unstable.On the positive side, the kitchen was impressively well stocked. However, the towels were worn out; I’d recommend bringing your own, especially hand towels for the bathroom. This place clearly had charm in its heyday, but it’s lost that now. I'd love to return for the amazing location, but I’d be very hesitant to rebook unless the owners put real effort into repairs and improvements.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Long in the tooth

Property is a little long in the tooth for a repeat stay... the oven knob numbers were faded off, makes for a hard time cooking ... and the dishwasher was not attached to the counter, it kept falling forwards when loading and the internet is not hooked up to the TV’s.....that kinds sums it up
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness

The house was very warm upon arrival. Not ready for guests.

It was rented for out of town family for a weekend. With all the wedding activities and only an hour early check in it made it hard to enjoy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beach House

Great location right on the beach with plenty of room for our large group. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation with a few challenges

The location of the property is great. It’s right on the beach and easy access. The kitchen dishes and utensils options were the best I have seen at any vrbo I have stayed at. The beds are comfortable and the linens were nice. We loved the house and location, the problem was the very dirty shower curtains, the food chunks and dirt under the trash can and in the kitchen drawers, the spots and stains on the carpet and the large amount of sugar ants that ended up getting into and eating some of our food. The shower curtains were so bad we just bought new ones at Walmart and changed them all out ourselves. We killed as many of the ants as we could but I have had them In other rentals at the beach and I think it just goes with the territory. We were kind of panicked when we arrived and the house was over 80 degrees but I was able to feel the air coming out was cold it was just that it had been turned off between renters and in the middle of summer took all day and night to cool the house off. By the next morning it was fine and the house was cooled down and pleasant. Overall a great stay and we would stay with them again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Spring Break Late March

Overall a fine place to stay. We had 14 and we were not cramped at all. Pictures are a little outdated as the house has seen some wear and tear. Location is great with the beach just steps away. Checkout process was a little tedious as you had to do quite a bit more than the normal clean up which is weird because you are charged a cleaning fee. Overall though a decent place to stay if you have a large group for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome time!

the property was as brautyful as the pictures. It found everything we could need in the house. Even the neighbors were great. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020