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Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views!

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Outdoor dining
Beach nearby
Marina
TV, DVD player, books
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views!

This adorable seaside cottage sleeps up to 6 comfortably in the 'Best Gulf Beach Town as rated by Gulf Shores Magazine. Fish N' Ships sits in the pedestrian beach area. Located on a corner lot near the jetty, just a short walk down the beach. The front of the house is lined with windows to let in plenty of natural light and spacious views. Open concept living area with lovely beach decor throughout the home.

Surfside is paradise for those with many interests offering some of the best surfing and birding in Texas. With its unique octagonal design, this beach house offers amazing 360 degree views. The aptly named, Fish-n-Ships features a large deck to enjoy the fresh sea breeze and views of the beach, along with the Texas Ship Channel where ships arrive from all over the world and the fishing is world class! Next door is a play park, volleyball courts and a splash pad.

Discover a variety of activities nearby since you are steps away from one of the best surfing breaks on the Gulf Coast and ample beach to set out your sun chairs. Head to the jetty to watch the fun from the granite surf bench, look for dolphins dancing in the waves, or grab your fishing tackle to cast your luck for the prized trout or bull red. Try crabbing at the nearby crabbing pier. No luck? No worries! Surfside has several eateries to enjoy fresh food for lunch or dinner.

A few blocks north is the site of the first battle of the Texas Revolution where you can see a replica of historic Fort Velasco. Stop along your walks in the beautiful Butterfly Park and Nature Preserve or relax in this quiet sanctuary, and even enjoy a spectacular Texas Sunset. Better yet head back to the house and fire up the outdoor grill and enjoy some of the best sunset views in all of Surfside right off your back porch!

Relax after a fun-filled day by watching a movie with the family or sitting out in the fresh air to star gaze the southern skies. Plan for some early morning birding in the hopes of spotting numerous local favorites such as the Roseate Spoonbill, the Snow Egret, and the great Blue Heron before you drift off to sleep with the ocean waves gently crashing along the shore in the background.

Fish-n-Ships is a family favorite for guests from all over the world and a year-round great place to reside! Bed linens, bath towels, Wi-Fi and satellite television are all included with your stay. Bring your friends and family...you'll have no problem finding fun in the sun!

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Property manager

Matt

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing 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

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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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
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

About the area

Map
Surfside Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Port of Freeport - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Quintana Beach County Park - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Quintana Beach - 20 min drive - 19.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪On The River Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lupita's Mexican Bakery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maria's Kitchen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps away from Surfside Beach and Surfside Jetty Park. Swan Lake is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Classic octagon house with excellent beach and jetty views! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandy W.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach trip
The location was great. The house was cute and had everything we needed for our stay. There was a maintenance issues we discovered upon arrival, and property management sent someone over right away to fix the issue. We did not encounter any other issues during our stay. We had a really nice time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Four retired guys just came down to fish and relax It could not have been any better Well maybe if the walls went all the way to the ceiling because yiu can see light from the other rooms if yiu go to bed before anybody else. Great overall tho and would def go back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Frederick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for fishing ,surfing and beach…
We went to Surfside primarily to fish by the jetty for 4 days.Although the weather was messed up a bit by hurricane Francine, most of the time we were able to walk to the jetty and fish.One of the single bed I slept on rocks side to side whenever I turn on the bed.Upon inspection under the bed something is definitely broken.They need to repair or replace it.Thats the only complaint we have for a quaint old beach house located ideally for fishing,surfing or just laze by the beach .All are just a minute or two walk from the cottage.Bring your own water cuz the tap water is yellowish and taste funny.Bring mosquitoes spray and repellent.Lots of them attacking us the moment we go outside.Hate them mosquitoes.Even with repellent they still attack you.Overall,we like the cottage but hope the owners will consider allowing pets so we can bring them in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dorothy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Beach Trip
We had a few minor things pop up but the hosts was on top of things and handled them quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tony P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lights kitchen not working right
So far everything oko
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute beach house!
1 minute walk to the beach and awesome views of the boats coming in and out. House was clean and had everything you needed. My only complaint is that the shower is super small. PSA: 1-Bring your own water to drink 2-Jetty Shack is down the street and have really good burgers
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastc view
Everything was perfect! All amenities necessary were available. Great place to stay. Very comforable and clean. Will absolutely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Great little house
We had a great time. The house is not fancy, but it’s nice and affordable for a beach getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Butch A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
Great place for the family. Kids loved being able to walk right on to the beach. Also the playground at Jetty Park being within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holli O.

Liked: Cleanliness
40 hour escape
Great spot next to the shopping channel, up close and personal Perfect We will book here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adventure House
We really enjoyed our stay at the cute pink house! It had alot of personality and was very close to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

E S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay.
Had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the location
This was the perfect location for us! The kitchen was well-stocked. We spent a lot of time on the deck and walking on the beach. The host was a great communicator.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Laura H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unpleasantly Surprised
The location of the property is amazing but this is where the good things end. The house smelled musty upon initial entry, the bedroom walls are not floor to ceiling so there is no privacy, the queen bed is extra firm, cabinet doors coming off hinges, mildew/mold heavily present in the shower, bedroom door won’t close dragging on the floor, rusty coffee pot, no vent for the stove, and the list could go on. This property has the potential to be great with minor repairs/upkeep and a deep clean. I did read reviews prior to booking the location and thought some of the issues would have already been addressed since there are so many five star reviews. I hope these issues are addressed for future guests comfort to make their stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie T., Norman, OK, United States

Fun Time with Friends at the Beach
Property was as described. Very close to the beach, maybe a minute walk. House had massive amounts of drink ware! There are both a Keurig and Mr. Coffee drip style. They also had a hot water pot which was quite handy. As noted, you have a starter supply of base paper products. Don’t forget your shower needs as they (shampoo, bath soap) are not provided. The home was aging and could use some basic maintenance on cabinet doors and electrical outlet covers. The deck was expansive and had a lot of seating. There was also a lot of seating inside the house. It was very quiet as far as outside noise coming into the house. The AC worked great in the house! The beds were fine- did not notice the “hard” mattress situation mentioned in other reviews. Not many options for good food in the area. Best place we found was Belly’s on the Brazos in Freeport. Convenience store is about a mile up the road for forgotten needs and there is a Bucee’s 2-3 miles away. There is also a super Walmart in Lake Jackson if needed. Very much a fishing beach! If you love to fish, this is the place for you! Your family can have fun in the sun on the beach while you are casting a line. We enjoyed strolling along the Jetty and watching the big ships come and go. Be sure to bring drinkable water as the water in the home is a tad off color and salty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great
Perfect great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becke S., Springdale, Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
My sister and I and both our husbands had a nice stay. We loved the location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

andrew v., Allen Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great fishing spot
Good spot for fishing jetty and watch the ships come in and out! Mattess is harder than the floor! But we managed! We would stay again but bringing an mattress pad!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tessa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lil Getaway Place!
Cute lil place, perfect for my family. Great location and awesome views! Property was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for families
Extended weekend with family, close to beach and a wonderful home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK M., West Lafayette, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute beach house
This beach house was fun and met the bed of our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace M., Cypress, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
It was fun watching tankers go by. And the home is just across the street from the beach. I built sand castles and a big sand sea turtle. Great fun. We celebrated hubby’s birthday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fish N Ships
Loved it. We were there during rainy weather but it was great. The location was great for watching the shoreline plus the large ships going in and out of the port. We spent a great deal of time enjoying the local birds.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Alisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun times
Overall good. Very clean. Beds are hard, take your own memory foam. Great stay for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022