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Surfside Beach
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Beachfront property with private walkway
Sleeps 11
4 Bedrooms
3.5 Bathrooms
Min stay 3
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Surfside Beach
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Beachfront property with private walkway
Surfside Beach, Texas, USA
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5
Sleeps 11
4 Bedrooms
3.5 Bathrooms
Min stay 3 Nights
About the Property
The Bluewater Star is a 2-story beach front home located on a 1/2 acre lot in Surfside, a small Gulf Coast community located 35 miles south of Galveston, Texas. Over the years, our home has become a preferred destination for many families who return to our home year after year to spend quality time with their loved ones.
Nestled in the dunes on a large private lot, we are footsteps away from ... more +
Nestled in the dunes on a large private lot, we are footsteps away from ... more +
The Bluewater Star is a 2-story beach front home located on a 1/2 acre lot in Surfside, a small Gulf Coast community located 35 miles south of Galveston, Texas. Over the years, our home has become a preferred destination for many families who return to our home year after year to spend quality time with their loved ones.
Nestled in the dunes on a large private lot, we are footsteps away from the beach. Wrap-around decks surround 3 sides of the home and all 4 bedrooms open out to a deck. The living room, with its soaring two-story ceiling provides an unobstructed view of the ocean from anywhere in the house. Outside the back deck, our private walkway takes you over the dunes to the beach. At the end of the walkway a lovely gazebo offers shade and a place to relax away from the house. This is a wonderful place to enjoy your favorite music and morning coffee while you watch the sunrise and a glass of wine as you watch the sunset.
The kitchen is well appointed and has everything you need to prepare a gourmet meal. It is open to the living room and the beautiful wall of windows giving you a million-dollar view of the ocean. The living room has a wood-burning fireplace and over the mantle is a large flat-screen tv with cable, dvd and cd player and and roku. Outside speakers allow you to listen to your favorite music on the deck and also at the gazebo located at the end of the walkway right off the beach.
There are 4 bedrooms, two of which are masters with private baths. One master bedroom is downstairs, the other three bedrooms are upstairs. Adults love our home but kids are a priority too; the owners have two small children so there's lots of attention to detail for the little ones including two toddler beds, two cribs and two high-chairs, small dining table.
Summer is not the only season to visit the coast. Offseason offers empty beaches and cheaper lodging and an opportunity to enjoy the tranquil surroundings and slower pace without the crowds. We offer minimum stays of three-nights during the Fall, Winter and Spring. During the summer we only offer week-long rentals. If you are interested in a specific date, please book quickly, they go fast.
Nestled in the dunes on a large private lot, we are footsteps away from the beach. Wrap-around decks surround 3 sides of the home and all 4 bedrooms open out to a deck. The living room, with its soaring two-story ceiling provides an unobstructed view of the ocean from anywhere in the house. Outside the back deck, our private walkway takes you over the dunes to the beach. At the end of the walkway a lovely gazebo offers shade and a place to relax away from the house. This is a wonderful place to enjoy your favorite music and morning coffee while you watch the sunrise and a glass of wine as you watch the sunset.
The kitchen is well appointed and has everything you need to prepare a gourmet meal. It is open to the living room and the beautiful wall of windows giving you a million-dollar view of the ocean. The living room has a wood-burning fireplace and over the mantle is a large flat-screen tv with cable, dvd and cd player and and roku. Outside speakers allow you to listen to your favorite music on the deck and also at the gazebo located at the end of the walkway right off the beach.
There are 4 bedrooms, two of which are masters with private baths. One master bedroom is downstairs, the other three bedrooms are upstairs. Adults love our home but kids are a priority too; the owners have two small children so there's lots of attention to detail for the little ones including two toddler beds, two cribs and two high-chairs, small dining table.
Summer is not the only season to visit the coast. Offseason offers empty beaches and cheaper lodging and an opportunity to enjoy the tranquil surroundings and slower pace without the crowds. We offer minimum stays of three-nights during the Fall, Winter and Spring. During the summer we only offer week-long rentals. If you are interested in a specific date, please book quickly, they go fast.
General
Property Type:
Home
Location Type:
Beach
Size:
3000
SQ-FT
Suitability
Children Welcome
No Smoking Allowed
Pets
Minimum Age Limit for Renters
Suitability
Children Welcome
No Smoking Allowed
Pets
Minimum Age Limit for Renters
Popular Amenities
Internet Access
Air Conditioned
Living Room
Washing Machine
Clothes Dryer
Heater
Fireplace
Parking
Linens Provided
Towels Provided
Electronics & Entertaiment
Television
Cable/Satellite
Stereo
Premium Channels
Wireless Internet Access
Board & Card Games
Books
Electronics & Entertaiment
Television
Cable/Satellite
Stereo
Premium Channels
Wireless Internet Access
Kitchen & Dining
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Blender
Freezer
Microwave
Dishwasher
Toaster
Coffee Maker
Stove
Oven
Kitchen Utensils
Garbage Disposal
Pool & Spa
Other Features
Balcony
Grill
Deck/Patio
Other Features
Balcony
Grill
Deck/Patio
Attractions / Facilities
Beach
Charter Boats
Deep Sea Fishing
Attractions / Facilities
Beach
Charter Boats
Deep Sea Fishing
Bedding Arrangement
one king size bed in master
one king size bed in second master
2 queen beds in third room
2 sets of bunk beds in 4th bedroom
Additional Information
For information about the area, I urge you to check out the official website of Surfside Beach is www.surfsidetx.org
If fishing is your thing you'll need fishing licenses. You can purchase these online - just google Texas Saltwater Fishing license. You can find several charter fishing companies on the internet, however I recommend using Glenn Hammond, he goes by the name the Hammer. You can fin
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For information about the area, I urge you to check out the official website of Surfside Beach is www.surfsidetx.org
If fishing is your thing you'll need fishing licenses. You can purchase these online - just google Texas Saltwater Fishing license. You can find several charter fishing companies on the internet, however I recommend using Glenn Hammond, he goes by the name the Hammer. You can find information about his services on his website at: www.coastalconnectionguide.com, or give him a call at 713 208-0683. My husband and son have used his services with great success. He’s a very knowledgeable fisherman and knows all the right spots.
If you have time, you must go to Galveston. Check out the city's website for a calendar of events. www.galveston.com
Next, I have posted three links for Lake Jackson because it’s the closest reasonably sized city that has all the trappings of city life. Move theatre, chain restaurants, public golf course, etc. The first website I'm posting is for the Sea Center. I haven't been there but from what I understand it's worth going to see. One of the things they have is the largest collection of North American seashells. And supposedly they have staff on site who will identify sea shells you find on the beach.
The second link is to the Lake Jackson historical museum. I’m also attaching a link for the main website of Lake Jackson. For a small city, they have quite a nice Fine Arts and Theatre system, no doubt due to philanthropical benefactors like Dow Chemical and some other giant companies that call Lake Jackson home. Anyway, Lake Jackson’s performing arts system attracts some world class venues – it’s worth checking out - you might get lucky and get to see something in a small setting that would sell out in a large Houston arena.
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/visitorcenters/seacenter/
http://www.lakejacksonmuseum.org/. Site for Lake Jackson historical museum.
http://www.lakejackson-tx.gov/pages/
(281) 467-2953
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Area Information
Nearest Airport
Hobby
70
Miles Away
Nearest Beach
Surfside Beach
Less than a Mile Away
Nearest Ferry
Galveston Island
40
Miles Away
Nearest Highway
Bluewater Highway
Less than a Mile Away
Nearest Golf Club
Lake Jackson, Texas
7
Miles Away
Nearest Restaurant
The Red Snapper Inn
1
Mile Away
* A car is necessary in this area.
Last Calendar Update Apr 20, 2024
Rates
Period
Nightly
Weekend Night
Weekly
Monthly
Holiday
Standard Rate
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3 minimum stay
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3 minimum stay
$500
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$3500
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Policies & Payments
Payment Policies
The owner of this property requires a 50% down payment to reserve and full payment 60 days before check-in.
Fees & Taxes
Cleaning Fee:
$160
Pet Fee:
$125
Lodging Tax:
10%
Time
Maximum Stay:
one week
Check-In:
4:00 PM
Check-Out:
11:00 AM
Deposit Requirements
1/2 of total payment needed to reserve
1/2 of total payment needed to reserve
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- Bookings cancelled at minimum 30 days before the start of the stay will receive a 50% refund.
- Bookings cancelled at minimum 60 days before the start of the stay will receive 100% refund.
refunded in full as long cancelled within 60 days of arrival.
refunded in full as long cancelled within 60 days of arrival.
House Rules
1) This is our personal vacation home. We are thrilled to share it with you and your family but ask that you treat our home with the same care and respect that you give your own home. During your stay you agree to abide by the house rules at all times and be responsible for all members of your party and anyone else you permit on the property.
Surfside has instituted a new law ... more +
Surfside has instituted a new law ... more +
1) This is our personal vacation home. We are thrilled to share it with you and your family but ask that you treat our home with the same care and respect that you give your own home. During your stay you agree to abide by the house rules at all times and be responsible for all members of your party and anyone else you permit on the property.
Surfside has instituted a new law restricting the number of cars allowed on a driveway to six vehicles and violations will result in a $200 fine.
2) Our home is located in a residential area. Please be considerate of the noise level after dark.
3) This is a non-smoking home. You are permitted to smoke outside on the deck. Butts are to be disposed of properly and not left anywhere on the property. Please do not throw butts into the dunes – not only is this a littering violation, it is also a fire hazard. Any violation of the smoking policy will incur a $50 fine and if additional cleaning is necessary to remove smoke odors from the house and/or linens, additional costs will be subtracted from your deposit.
4) We have a septic system. Please do not put anything besides toilet paper in the toilets. In the kitchen, please do not pour your bacon grease down the drain.
5) Please do not allow anyone in your party to plug in or unplug anything behind the entertainment system in the living room. There is a ton of expensive and very delicate wiring back there that can easily be damaged by tampering with it. We inspect this after every rental and if it has been tampered with you could lose your deposit. We have had numerous problems with the hdmi cable being pulled out of the wall that goes into the tv, speakers becoming unplugged etc. This is taken very very seriously because of the problems it causes the next group of folks coming after you.
6) Our garbage disposals to not like to be fed bones, sea shells, shrimp shells, meat or stringy items like celery.
Surfside has instituted a new law restricting the number of cars allowed on a driveway to six vehicles and violations will result in a $200 fine.
2) Our home is located in a residential area. Please be considerate of the noise level after dark.
3) This is a non-smoking home. You are permitted to smoke outside on the deck. Butts are to be disposed of properly and not left anywhere on the property. Please do not throw butts into the dunes – not only is this a littering violation, it is also a fire hazard. Any violation of the smoking policy will incur a $50 fine and if additional cleaning is necessary to remove smoke odors from the house and/or linens, additional costs will be subtracted from your deposit.
4) We have a septic system. Please do not put anything besides toilet paper in the toilets. In the kitchen, please do not pour your bacon grease down the drain.
5) Please do not allow anyone in your party to plug in or unplug anything behind the entertainment system in the living room. There is a ton of expensive and very delicate wiring back there that can easily be damaged by tampering with it. We inspect this after every rental and if it has been tampered with you could lose your deposit. We have had numerous problems with the hdmi cable being pulled out of the wall that goes into the tv, speakers becoming unplugged etc. This is taken very very seriously because of the problems it causes the next group of folks coming after you.
6) Our garbage disposals to not like to be fed bones, sea shells, shrimp shells, meat or stringy items like celery.
About the Host
This property was purchased in 2005
About Barbara
In 2005, my husband and I were nearing completion of construction on our vacation home - our beach house - when we discovered that our beautiful baby boy, by then almost two, was autistic. Our savings and extra income intended for the beach house mortgage vaporized as we began intensive therapies for our little one. We had decided to put the house up for sale when an idea was born. What if we cou
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In 2005, my husband and I were nearing completion of construction on our vacation home - our beach house - when we discovered that our beautiful baby boy, by then almost two, was autistic. Our savings and extra income intended for the beach house mortgage vaporized as we began intensive therapies for our little one. We had decided to put the house up for sale when an idea was born. What if we could open up our home to other families who enjoy the beach as much as we do? So, overnight my husband and I became managers of our beachhome-turned-resort rental property. And what a fantastic experience getting to know so many really terrific families. We've really enjoyed having the privilege to provide a place for other families to create their own memories while allowing us to create our own beach memories too. Bobby, now 12, is doing great. All these years of therapy have given us a child who can interact, is now talking and he can now tell us that his favorite place on this earth is our beach house. We give a heartfelt thanks to all the families who have stayed at our home and extend a warm Texas hello to all the families we have yet to meet. Cheers! Bluewater Star family Barbara and Mike Haney and sons Bobby and Jack
Why This Property?
As a child I was thrilled when my parents would rent a beach house in Surfside for one fun-filled fantastic week each summer. Family from out of town would join us and we'd spend our days fishing, crabbing, swimming and eating delicious things. It instilled a life-long desire to one day have a place to bring my children. My husband and I have dreamed, designed and shaped our home specifically for
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As a child I was thrilled when my parents would rent a beach house in Surfside for one fun-filled fantastic week each summer. Family from out of town would join us and we'd spend our days fishing, crabbing, swimming and eating delicious things. It instilled a life-long desire to one day have a place to bring my children. My husband and I have dreamed, designed and shaped our home specifically for our children and invite you to stay so that you can create your own precious family memories.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Going to Surfside is like stepping back in time. Only one road into town and one road out and not a single skyscraper or hotel chain. Restaurants are family owned and convenience stores close down in the off season. When we go down to the house, we invite all our loved ones to join us. Our caravan of cars pulls into the driveway and everyone scatters in different directions - little ones with their mamas scoot off to the beach with shovels and pails, the older kids go crabbing or swimming, dads go fishing and those who just want to relax head off to the deck with a book for a little relaxation. Hours later everyone congregates around the dinner table to tackle platters of fresh fried fish, steamed Gulf Coast crabs and chilled shrimp. Nights are spent on the deck, listening to the surf and watching the night sky for shooting stars while fire flies blink in the dunes. At some point before bed, we'll rouse ourselves and head down to the beach, lanterns in hand, to build a bonfire in the dark. The kids love to toast marshmallows for sandy smores and once they've had their fill, we all head back to the house exhausted and happy and ready to do it all again the next day.
Unique Benefits
Going to Surfside is like stepping back in time. There's only one road into town and one road out and not a single skyscraper or hotel chain. Restaurants are family owned and convenience stores close down in the off season. When we go down to the house, we invite all our loved ones to join us. Our caravan of cars pulls into the driveway and everyone scatters in different directions - little ones w
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Going to Surfside is like stepping back in time. There's only one road into town and one road out and not a single skyscraper or hotel chain. Restaurants are family owned and convenience stores close down in the off season. When we go down to the house, we invite all our loved ones to join us. Our caravan of cars pulls into the driveway and everyone scatters in different directions - little ones with their mamas scoot off to the beach with shovels and pails, the older kids go crabbing or swimming, dads go fishing and those who just want to relax head off to the deck with a book for a little relaxation. Hours later everyone congregates around the dinner table to tackle platters of fresh fried fish, steamed Gulf Coast crabs and chilled shrimp. Nights are spent on the deck, listening to the surf and watching the night sky for shooting stars while fire flies blink in the dunes. At some point before bed, we'll rouse ourselves and head down to the beach, lanterns in hand, to build a bonfire in the dark. The kids love to toast marshmallows for sandy smores and once they've had their fill, we all head back to the house exhausted and happy and ready to do it all again the next day.
Reviews
Jeff M
Wonderful Thanksgiving Retreat!
Review Submitted: December 20th , 2015
Date of Stay: December 18th , 2015
This was the most wonderful home to spend our Thanksgiving week! This beach house was well set up for our family of 9 and had such beautiful views of the beach and ocean. I cannot stress how comfortable we felt in the home and how well stocked the kitchen was. Barbara (owner) was so friendly and easy to work with. She made sure that we had everything we needed and was very accommodating throughout the process and never hesitated to answer any of our questions. Thank you so much, Barbara, for being so warm, friendly and taking care of us! We look forward to staying in your inviting home as soon as we can!
Rating
5
Scott Remphrey
A Great Week
Review Submitted: October 22nd , 2015
Date of Stay: October 16th , 2015
What a great spot on the beach----the owners are very responsive and accommodating. Barbara just makes sure you have everything. The kitchen was perfect with everything you need to cook for a large group. The new Suoer HEB in Lake Jackson has everything you need to make the visit work better. The GrapeTaste Wine Bar and Restaurant is a good spot for dinner in Lake Jackson. We WILL be back here as Barb will grease the skids for our next landing here. A +++
Rating
5
Eilleen
Relaxing Beachfront Stay
Review Submitted: October 9th , 2015
Date of Stay: October 8th , 2015
What a wonderful time we had! Fun for a small group or large, this home has everything you need! So relaxing, you never want to leave. Surfside was so beautiful in October, plan to go back again and again!
Rating
5
Henry B
Great place -- highly recommended
Review Submitted: August 28th , 2015
Date of Stay: February 23rd , 2015
I have taken my family to this property for week-long stays each winter for 2012 through 2014, and have now booked for Feb 2015. The house is very nice, and the location is pleasantly quiet (not in the fray with a lot of hotels or other rental beach properties like you might get in Galveston). The kitchen is large and has everything you might need for preparing large, complicated meals. Especially great if you have a large group -- lots of beds, and a very nice master suite so mom & dad can have some privacy. Large windows afford a great view. The hosts have always provided excellent, friendly service.
Rating
5
Kim S
Great Stay
Review Submitted: June 11th , 2015
Date of Stay: May 8th , 2015
We enjoyed our stay. This house has THE best kitchen. It is stocked with everything you need to cook and eat. That was definitely nice! There is a little room under the staircase that small children will LOVE! And the deck and gazebo closer to the beach was great! The owners are wonderful to work with and have done a great job making sure you have everything you need in the house. We will definitely be back ;).
Rating
5
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