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$30k Remodel Beach/Bay House on a canal - The Amazing Margarita Sunsets

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Freeport, TX
  • San Luis Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Luis Pass
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Luis Pass County Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lake Jackson, TX (LJN-Brazoria County)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Ground floor bunk room

1 Double Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

$30k Remodel Beach/Bay House on a canal - The Amazing Margarita Sunsets

This beautiful bay/beachhouse was just remodeled Feb 2024, with new linens, interior paint, stained decks, kitchen appliances.. 1300 sq/ft with a 300 sq/ft bunk room downstairs. An absolutely beautiful wrap around deck to enjoy the view of the beach and the bay sunsets. A wonderful groomed beach ⛱ is right across the street. The Galveston seawall is 20 min away and its only a 10 minute drive to the beach town of Surfside. Free boat launch at the end of the street, and you can tie your boat to private 200ft dock right outside your back door. We love pets and kids of all ages. San Luis Pass bay area is considered to be some of the best fishing and kayaking in Texas.

This house has decks on all levels that let you get out and see the fantastic views. There is plenty of parking space for you and your friends. We also have a few games on hand for the kids to play. We have a coffee pot, and a beautiful kitchen with all the pots & pans you should need. Dishes and cutlery are also provided. Lots of linens for you and your guests, also shampoo and body wash in the bathrooms. We do not provide beach towels.

Guest access
You have full access to the house, outdoor shower, fish cleaning station, private patio and dock. You have use of the gas grill. Charcoal grills are not allowed.

Other things to note
We are 10 minute drive from Surfside, it offers several places to eat as well as a Valero gas station stocked with sundries. Pirates Cove in Surfside has restaurant and often show movies on the patio. Galveston is a 25 minute drive along Blue Water Hwy and offers restaurants, night clubs, Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn water park, Pleasure Pier with rides and arcade games. Blue Water Grill is less than a mile toward Galveston and has restaurant/sundries as well. San Luis pass is 6 miles from the house. We offer early check in/check out depending on availability for a fee, please inquire when booking. No prom parties, Spring Break, Graduation or othe young gatherings allowed. 26 is age minimum to rent. If you have bed wetter’s with you or people who have ‘ACCIDENTS’ on our furniture we charge a minimum of $250. We have a beautiful house and would like to keep it that way. Please place soiled linens in laundry room. Failure to follow check out rules, posted in the book in the kitchen, will result in us adding fees to your stay. If you break something please notify us before you leave so we can address what is fair in fixing or replacing the item.

Overview
The canal we sit on is quiet and not over run with people. This allows for privacy and a nice environment to enjoy your stay. Beautiful secluded beach is across a Blue Water Highway which is walking distance where surf fishing in an option. Wade fishing in Christmas Bay is also an excellent activity. Fishing enthusiasts limit out on Red Fish, Croaker, Flounder, Trout, and Crabbing.

Getting around
There is plenty of parking at the house. If you have a huge group you can park on the road across from the house.

Property manager

Charles Williams
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must be accompanied by parent
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Events

Events allowed
No high school gatherings allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$100 nonrefundable fee, tell us before bringing
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
SMOKE OUTSIDE ONLY> DISPOSE OF BUTTS IN RECEPTACLE

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: No high school gatherings allowed
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Freeport

Located in Freeport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Surfside Beach and Galveston Island Beaches. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Freeport, TX

What's nearby

  • Follets Island Beach - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • San Luis Beach - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • San Luis Pass - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • San Luis Pass County Park - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Surfside Beach - 10 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pointe Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seahorse Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Resort - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is $30k Remodel Beach/Bay House on a canal - The Amazing Margarita Sunsets pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at $30k Remodel Beach/Bay House on a canal - The Amazing Margarita Sunsets ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at $30k Remodel Beach/Bay House on a canal - The Amazing Margarita Sunsets ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is $30k Remodel Beach/Bay House on a canal - The Amazing Margarita Sunsets located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Follets Island and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Follets Island Beach. San Luis Pass County Park and San Luis Pass are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Belinda K.

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

Great place to stay

Everything was great. Had an ant problem but the owner was quick to respond and get the situtation taken care of.Very peaceful area. Very short distance to the beach.Our grandson loved catching fish and crab.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

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

Goodtimes

Great,house,sunsets,fishing.Host was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Vacation after Storm

Did not find out until Saturday night before Monday check in that power was restored. Tried to cancel with owner and get refund but he would not give. Only recourse was stay or rebook . We received email from VRBO on Saturday saying would be no issues if cancelled but they were no help with owner. He was firm come or rebook no refund!!!We had conflicting schedules so we had to go. Arrived On Tuesday and left on Saturday. Beach was closed until Friday but owner said they were open all the time. Trash and mosquitoes everywhere in abundance. Ice maker did not work and gas grill did not work. Bedroom on ground floor smelled so bad no one could stay in it only used for storage. Owner did give access to ice machine in his locked area.We thought VRBO had more input when using their site to rent vacation rental.Owner did call several times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth Ann K.

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

4th of July Family Trip At Margarita Sunset on the Canal!

What an incredible home & owner!! Our 16 year old loved her private room on the bottom of the beach house. The kids room very comfortably slept all 4 of our younger ones. And the masters suite was pefect for us. The views from the deck were breath taking!! The canal, the lower deck and the fresh air and breeze from the palm trees is something we will always think about! Pure perfection. Also the beautiful 2 pergolas on the upper decks made for the best morning and evening conversations. The staircases leading to the decks are also perfect with a gate you can secure at night. Bring your fishing rods as it has perfect access to the water. And the beach was a quick one minute drive across the road with free beach parking access. Very painless booking, check-in and check-out. We will be rebooking at Charles' house. Its gorgeous inside and out and was perfect for our blended family of 7. We made memories to last an entire life-time. I will be thinking about the margarita sunsets for a long time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Perfect family getaway

This is in the perfect location; right next to the boat slip. Close to beaches, town, and restaurants. Galveston and the historical pier are right up the road. The host of this property was amazing, quick with response to all needs. My family and I had a great time fishing and crabbing right off the back dock, exploring and beaching. I highly recommend this property for your next getaway. A+!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley G.

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

Great getaway

The location was perfect with a great view of the sunset. The property was clean inside and out. Caught a few crabs and some fish. The property is literally 1 min from a public beach. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

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

Quiet and relaxing time!

This was our second stay at the house and once again we had a great time. House located down a quiet street but the beach is about 300 yards away. Charles has always been very responsive to answer any questions. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David C.

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

Christmas Bay Stay

Everyone enjoyed the stay. Great location, quiet and peaceful. Beautiful sunrise and sunsets with a constant breeze on the deck and by the dock. Rented Kayaks to fish Christmas Bay but the winds made it difficult. We didn't catch any fish, but we caught several Blue Crab right along the dock. Also caught a huge Stone Crab but had to release it since it only had one claw. The description needs a minor update and the small upstairs bathroom smelled bad on arrival, that was solved when a dirty wet rag was found and discarded. The downstairs room had a slight unknown chemical smell. The place could use some updates due to the salt water air. There is a loose board on the dock which needs to be secured. The board teter toters when you step on the end. We had no issues which would of caused us to contact the owner or maintenance. Beach access is straight across the Blue Water Highway where you can drive to your spot, park and enjoy. The beach was very clean. The location is great with easy access to the beach and Christmas Bay. The TPWD boat ramp is a short walk away especially if you have a boat or kayaks. All in all, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

So relaxing

Loged the location! We caught so many crab and had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Awesome and unique experience

My family really enjoyed staying here. There was so much to do! My 11 year old daughter fished for the first time in her life and caught a fish on her very first cast! We caught crabs off the doc (some good sized blue crabs and I think a stone crab). We were able to rent kayaks (kayak rental company delivered to the house). This place is great for pets - our dog loved her walks on the beach. Getting food was easy - we ordered delivery from the HEB in Freeport. On thing that really stood out and is undersold in the listing - the birds! We saw lots of birds that I have never seen before in my life - and right from the comfort of the house - you can watch them for hours - they put on a good show! Owner is very responsive and helpful. House itself was clean and in good working order. Beds were comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel P.

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

Awesome location, great house, great time!

We had a blast! The house was nice and the photos in the listing give an accurate depiction. The kids caught a meals worth of keeper crabs off the dock. Caught fish in the bay and on the surf. That is a great beach and only about a 5 minute walk. Downstairs shower was very convenient! Most important things to me on a coast house - good AC & good water pressure in the shower and both boxes were checked. We'd love to come back here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kerri O.

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

Canal house

The house was pretty. Loved the lower deck
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Bill W.

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

good

nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Mini vaca and birthday celebration

We had an amazing time with family celebrating our youngest son turning 16! The grandbabies loves fishing and playing on the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary H., Danbury, Texas

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

The Crew

We had a fabulous time!! We took kayaks and loved being able to paddle the bay when not at the beach. We also took our golf cart. I was nice for going to the beach. This property had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Nice little getaway.

Nice property. Facilities and accommodations were as described. Quiet area. There were some adjacent early morning boaters loading boats into the water and fishermen, but we never disturbed by them.

8/10 Good

Robert B.

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

Fishing getaway

We enjoyed our stay. House had everything and the location was perfect. We took advantage of the kayaks and did some wade fishing. Owners respond quickly and the neighbors to our left were beyond amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Surfside Haven

Excellent location by canal and Christmas bay with easy access to the water. Separate enough from the public access area. Short drive to the beach (2 min). Well maintained and well stocked house with plenty of space and lovely decks for watching the sunrise/sunset. Would definitely recommend staying here. Disappointed in the 3rd "bedroom" . Just bunk beds, shower/toilet and laundry in a converted storage area. Maybe a hideaway for teens, but not suited as a separate room for a 3rd family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Fishing paradise

The property was beautiful and being at the end of the street gave us more privacy. It was fully stocked and we had everything we needed. The owner was super nice and easy to communicate with. The views were stunning. This truly has the Margarita Sunset.

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H., Temple, TX

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

Excellent property

Met here with friend for kayak fishing. Perfect property for our needs. Kayak launch immediately next door and two more just a few minutes down road. Stunning views of Christmas Bay and can even see beach from porches. Very clean, everything worked, easy check in and check out, great communication with owner. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rusty M.

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

Nice and Clean

Weather did not cooperate but we still enjoyed our time. Charles was great to communicate with. Will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Micol R.

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

Love love love the stay

Will do it again and will recommend anyone

10/10 Excellent

Warren W.

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

Great house and location

Had a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

joseph k.

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

Nice location but in need of repair.

The property location is the best part of this VBRO. Great fishing, kayaking, bird watching, and a close walk to the beach. The house needs more attention than it is getting. One of the bedrooms is on the ground floor and must have sustained water damage at one time. There is a very strong musty oder inside of the room. The rest of the house is okay and served our purpose as a place to sleep. There was not enough space for more than four adults in the living room and only three deck chairs for relaxing outside. The kitchen is basically nonfunctional. The dishwasher is broken and was not secured to the cabinets. There was either not enough or too many kitchen utensils. There were some repairs needed when we checked in and the management handled them quickly. I stay in rental properties about three times a year and this was a bit over priced for its condition and organization.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Les C.

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

Company Fishing Trip

Great place to stay for our company fishing trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Charles Williams

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As a Houston native that now lives in Colorado, I felt a calling to renovate and make this house a beautiful get away. I hope you all enjoy this property as much as I have over the years.

Why they chose this property

This is a point lot on one of the best fishing areas on the Galveston coast line. Boat access from your private dock to Christmas Bay, Bastrop Bay, Intercostal Canal, West Bay, San Luis Pass, and the Gulf of Mexico. It offers the beach and the bay right next to each other. Boat ramp 100 feet from the house. Catch Redfish, Trout, Flounder and Crabs.

What makes this property unique

The wade fishing at the Beach and Christmas Bay right out your back door is outstanding and when your finished the sunsets are to die for!!! Park you boat at your back door on your private dock. Incredible sea and coastal bird watching.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests