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Front Row Beach House for Rent-Surfside, Texas

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Exterior
Beachfront Views from your front porch.  Watch the sunrise over the ocean
Private path to the beach from the large yard with volleyball and horseshoes.
Living Room with ocean views, flat screen TV and pull-out queen bed & recliners
Open kitchen with premium counters, bar area with chairs, stainless appliances
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12167 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Washer
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  • Outdoor space
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  • Kitchen
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  • Air conditioning
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  • Dryer
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Explore the area

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Surfside Beach, TX
  • Popular LocationSurfside Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSurfside Jetty Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Freeport15 min drive
  • AirportHouston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)98 min drive

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Large Bunk Room

4 Queen Beds

Master King

1 King Bed

Master Queen

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Private Shower

Outdoor shower

Upstairs Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Front Row Beach House for Rent-Surfside, Texas

The High Tide House is the beautiful, clean and relaxing beachfront sanctuary you've been searching for. Located directly on the widest and most private stretch of beach on the island in the charming Village of Surfside Beach, Texas, you are sure to melt away into the peace and serenity that comes only from the oceanside living.

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Premium finishes throughout this 4 bedroom, 3 bath ocean front home bring modern comforts to this wide and inviting section of the Texas coastline. NOTE: The house has been updated since these pictures were taken. We constantly replace bedding, furniture and fixtures as they wear and tear. The quality of the updates is the same or better than the photos shown.

-The Home-
Featuring 3 large ocean front decks, spacious yard and private walking path through the powder-soft sand dunes to one of the best stretches of beach on the Texas Gulf Coast. Recently remodeled beach front home in Surfside Beach, TX, The High Tide Beach House has everything you're looking for and more! This beach home is great for multiple families vacationing together because it offers three large bedrooms with enormous windows with spectacular ocean views and a huge bunk room with 4 Queen Bunk Beds for the kids. Whether hanging at the well appointed house or just steps away at the sandy beach you are sure to relax in to your vacation in no time!

- Beach Level -
Starting at the ground level, you'll have plenty of parking space, a nice big yard with an enormous newly-built elevated deck including a private enclosed outdoor, warm water shower, BBQ Pit and beachside grilling area. Hang a hammock on this level and enjoy the large shaded deck ocean breeze with the gentle sounds of waves and seagulls. Largest beachside private yard in the area with Volleyball Nets and plenty of extra room for games like horseshoes or washers. Of course you can take just a few steps through The High Tide Beach House private path to the warm waters of the gulf of Mexico.

- Main Living Level -
The main living space has an open concept kitchen, dining and living room; with a huge picture window overlooking the massive second story deck, beach, and gulf. On this second story level, the deck boasts rail height tables and chairs to ensure that your view is never compromised while either enjoying your morning coffee or just keeping an eye on what's happening on the beach below. Also on the second level, are three bedrooms and two full baths. One king bedroom with picture window beach view, one queen bedroom with large bay window beach view, and one oversized bunk room with 2 queen size bunkbeds (top and bottom), as well as a laundry closet with full size washer and dryer. For your convenience, the living room couch also pulls out into a full size bed. All bedrooms and the living room have wall mounted televisions with cable access.

- Master Suite Level -
Finally, escape to the third floor master suite with a king bed and satellite television. Enjoy private access to the third floor deck along with the spa like connected bath. Note- the upstairs bathtub has been replaced with a standing shower. The house is no longer equipped with a bathtub.
We are so happy to offer this property for your enjoyment. We know that your time is important and want to help make the most of your upcoming vacation!

-Nearby-
Surfside Village is a relaxed beach community offering a network of golf cart paths (rentals available) on all streets, ocean view restaurants, world-class fishing, and both beach and bay views.

If you are looking for someone additional daytime activities, Galveston Island is a short 30 minute drive along the scenic Blue Water Highway. Galveston offers the rollercoasters and restaurants of Pleasure Pier, exhibits and aquariums of Moody Gardens, world-class water slides of Schlitterbahn water park and shopping the historic Strand district which hosts Mardí Gras Galveston and Dickens on the Strand each year.

-Getting Here-
The High Tide Beach House is located in the charming Village of Surfside Beach, located 45 miles south of Houston, Texas. Houston boasts two airports, the Hobby Airport on the south side of the city is around 1 hour closer to Surfside. You'll travel through the coastal suburban towns of Pearland, Lake Jackson and Freeport on your way to your beachfront paradise.

-Owners -
Mike & Kate are local to the area and purchased The High Tide Beach House as a dream family retreat. We are please to offer our coastal home for your family's enjoyment and hope you will create special memories with your loved ones here as well. We want your stay to be amazing and are happy to accommodate you during your stay if any needs arise. We've worked hard to create a clean, comfortable home where you can relax and fully enjoy your vacation on the Texas coast.

(High Tide tax registration id #10222)

Property manager

Kate Watts
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 10222

About the area

Freeport

Located in Freeport, this holiday home is on the beach. Freeport Historical Museum and Brazos Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Freeport and Freeport Municipal Golf Course. Brazosport Museum of Natural Science and Sea Center Texas are also worth visiting. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Surfside Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 2 min walk
  • Follets Island Beach - 2 min drive
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 7 min drive
  • Port of Freeport - 15 min drive
  • Quintana Beach County Park - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweet T's Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sharkies On The Beach Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jetty Shack - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Front Row Beach House for Rent-Surfside, Texas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Front Row Beach House for Rent-Surfside, Texas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Front Row Beach House for Rent-Surfside, Texas?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Front Row Beach House for Rent-Surfside, Texas located?

Nestled on the beach, this Freeport holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Follets Island Beach is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate M., Grapevine,Tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
High Tide
Very enjoyable beach experience! The beach house was very comfortable - beds were great! Lots of amenities- climate adjustable - deck was lovely - but a few weathered boards need to be nailed down. Sunrise was wonderful. The upper deck door was difficult to unlock and then difficult to relock- due to rusting of the lock. Probably an easy fix. The top deck is a great place to view the beach and relax and also shaded the large lower deck! Highly recommend this Beach House!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
House is beach front which is so awesome.. lots of sleeping space.. stocked pretty well.. comfy couch, plenty of towels.. wonderful deck to view the ocean. Very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Great!!!
The house was perfect in every way: cleanliness, room, location, check-in, etc. Super great was the description by the teen agers.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location and Great House
My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at High Tide. This house and host were very welcoming and thoughtful. Thank you for a great vacation spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann R., mesquite,tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome vacation
We stayed for the week of the 4th of July, it was so relaxing the only bad part was having to leave
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S., Galveston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House and Location
3 generations under one roof. Grandparents stayed on the top floor in the master suite. It has it's own bathroom A/C and balcony. 3 bedrooms on the main floor with two more full bathrooms. Plenty of parking underneath the home and in the driveway area. The house is right on the beach with a pathway. Several outdoor showers, one private. Plenty of space to accomadate everyone in our group.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views from decks ... easy Beach access.
Very clean... well stocked kitchen. Hosts very responsive to any concerns. Easy entry on arrival since door opened with code pad. Bedrooms are good size, but have no clothes closets only hooks on walls. No problem really just FYI. Plenty of drawers. Water pressure in showers is not great. Only one tub located in third level master bath. There is an enclosed show on lower deck area. Be aware that there are lots of stairs and no ramp making access somewhat different for older people or anyone with mobility issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week at the Beach
Easy process, good location, and wonderful owners who are aware of the condition of their property and are vigilant in making sure our stay was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
House is great.
The house was great. The old man next door was grouchy and creepy. He started yelling at my wife to get off his lawn as soon as we pulled up. We tried to make peace with two large plates of ribs and brisket with the fixings. He and his wife rejected the peace offering. He would cut off his porch lights and watch us. House is awesome. We enjoyed it and was nicer in person.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara M., Round Rock, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Beach Location
Everything was great about this house. Perfect views, easy access to the beach, and enough room for us to all feel like we could spread out. Will definitely look to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

linda c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Enjoyed our stay. Short walk to beach. Beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surfside Awesome Trip
Very clean home, a few steps from the beach, exactly as described, owner was awesome and communication was perfect. Views were spectacular, location was prime, we will definitely be back but for a longer stay next time!! Thank you so much again for the late checkout, we had such a great time.....no one wanted to leave. Bless you all!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommend!
The home was very comfortable (especially the beds and living room couch) and we had beautiful views of the ocean from almost all of the rooms. The beach and water were beautiful and the owner was easy to work with. We packed plenty of food for making meals in the well-appointed kitchen since there are limited good restaurants nearby!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Mark M., Durant, Oklahoma

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property needs attention
We had a good time. However, the property needs attention. The back door threshold is completely loose. The clothes dryer quit heating mid trip. The septic tank constantly over flows and gray water accumulates under the house and ponds in the back yard. The mosquitoes are very bad.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

2/10 Terrible

Melissa M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely Dirty! BEWARE! Bugs in Microwave
The Pro's of this home are it's proximity to the beach. It has more than adequate bed spacing, dining and couch space. The beds we utilized were very comfortable. The outdoor shower is nice and gives you a nice spot to stow your beach stuff away. Owner allowed us to check in and hour early, because the maid was done. Problem is she wasn't done..... and that's where the Pro's end. The bathrooms were dirty with someone's stray hairs and "blue" shampoo clearly all over ALL of the tubs/shower walls. To my dismay, I started my vacay cleaning. There were cigarette butts on front and back patios. The kitchen was very dirty... everywhere the fridge, the oven, the dishes, the microwave was disgusting... there were LIVE BUGS crawling around inside it. When I advised the owner and sent her a video of the bugs crawling around- she was polite; however, she stated that she was sorry it wasn't "up to our standards" She offered to come spray while we were there, but my daughter to sensitive to repellents, so I asked her to wait until we checked out. It is also important to note, this isn't the owner's fault but the water is not acceptable for drinking, cooking, or in my opinion showering. She did notify us of that once we booked. I wish I had known beforehand how bad it is. It literally has a VERY STRONG odor to it. The owner did supply some bottled water in the fridge. Needless to say we ventured out to eat for all meals and refrained from using the kitchen once we saw the bugs. We checked out a day early, honestly pretty disappointed with the house that we paid a ton of money per night for! We left the house cleaner than we found it, so hopefully the next guests will have a better experience. I do feel like we should have been refunded our housekeeping fee, as the house was just plain dirty.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clint B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach House!
The house itself was spacious, clean and all around great! We had 2 families with a total of 4 adults and 8 children ranging from ages 14 to 4 months who stayed for 5 nights. There was plenty of room for everyone to mingle together or to separate as they pleased. The large back room with 4 big bunk beds makes for a great hang out for the kids and the upstairs master suite is a great get away for anyone with younger children or who need some quiet time. The patio and deck below the house was great as was the BBQ which is in good shape and a reasonable size. The outdoor shower setup is super convenient for getting all the sand off kids before heading inside. The access to the beach is super quick and easy to get back and forth. There is also a great view from the front porch! In summary, we really enjoyed this stay and will visit High Tide again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharla T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steps from the beach!
Kate was a great host and very responsive to questions. The house was exactly as shown in the profile and was very clean. The kitchen was well stocked with all the utensils you could possibly need. You can’t beat how close you are to the beach! The outdoor space was great even with the winds and rain from Hurricane Hanna. The only drawback, and it’s true for all homes on this side of the island, is the water supply. The house doesn’t have a filtration system so you should plan to bring all drinking and cooking waters. Again, this is typical for homes on the island. This is a great house and we absolutely enjoyed our family weekend even with the rain!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer vacation with friends
Perfect size for our families! Great location. Only issue was that our trash can went MIA for a day! Lol! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time.
Had a great time at the beach. Property was excellent with a pretty beach view. Owners communicated and were very responsive to any questions. Great family holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brook J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice beachfront house for families
The owners were great and very responsive to any issues. The beds were extremely comfortable and it was nice to be right on the beach with our own short path across the dunes to the beach. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we might need. The reclining sectional in the living room was so great that we had to ask where they got it. The road to drive on to the beach is only a house or two down which would probably aid with bringing out lots of beach supplies or bringing someone with mobility issues out, but we just carried everything. The weekend was crowded on the beach, but Saturday we visited the beach in nearby Point West and Sunday the guys went golfing. The people watching from the balcony was fun as well. Sandcastle building was epic as it always is on the Texas coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surfside 2020
We had a great time. Location was wonderful. Even in spite of the rain, we had a good time on the beach. I had to contact the owner for a couple of things, and she responded back immediately. I would highly recommend this house. We made last-minute arrangements after our Family vacation was canceled. This was our first time to Surfside, and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Beach View
Our group of ten thoroughly enjoyed our week at High Tide.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House and Beach
We had 12 in our group and the house was perfect for us. Bring a canopy and put it up on the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tammi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You won’t want to leave! Fantastic memories made.
Great property. Loved being beachfront. Great neighbors. We plan to rent again. Thanks Kate for the extra help returning a forgotten item.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surfside stay
House had everything we needed, and was a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2020

About the host

Hosted by Kate Watts

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Hi! We are Mike & Kate Watts and are local Texans who love to spend time on the beach with our three children and other family and friends. We live about 45 minutes away from High Tide and enjoy this home as often as we can. It brings us great joy to offer our home to other families to create their own special memories and traditions on the Texas coast. We invite you to kick off your work shoes and nestle your toes in the warm water and soft sand of Surfside Beach.

Why they chose this property

After prayerfully searching for the perfect property, Mike & Kate purchased High Tide in 2014 for its superior location on the east end of Surfside Beach, which has the widest and most private beaches. They also loved the great floor plan at High Tide with multiple decks and three separate master bedrooms each featuring ocean views. After the purchase, Mike & Kate invested heavily in a high-quality remodel project to maximized the beauty of the home and its unobstructed views of the ocean.

What makes this property unique

Ocean Views in every room
3 Ocean-Front Master Bedrooms
3-Leves ofl Beachfront Deck
Large Double Bunk Room (4 Queen Beds)
WiFi, Satellite, Central AC
New Washer & Dryer
Luxury Mattresses & Pillows
Large Yard with Volleyball and Horse Shoes
Outdoor private warm water shower
Shaded Hammock Areas
Ample Beachfront Parking
Large Living and Kitchen Area

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English

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