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Blue Marlin

House in Surfside, TX

10 guests·3 bedrooms·2 bathrooms
4.2 · 65 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Short drive to Surfside Beach, ideal for sun-soaked family days.

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Backyard oasis with BBQ, firepit, and yard games for groups.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Downstairs game room with big-screen TV and arcade foosball.

Property details

Create unforgettable memories at Blue Marlin, your perfect beach getaway! This spacious canal-front home boasts 3 bedrooms 1 common area with two sleeper sofas and 2 bathrooms, offering ample room for families and groups to relax and unwind. Just a short 4-minute drive to the surf, Blue Marlin allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds: beach days and tranquil evenings spent on the waterfront. What better place to make memories! ● WINTER TEXAN RATE: Escape to the Texas Gulf Coast this winter! Ask about our reduced monthly rates October 1 - March 1. ● Location: Surfside Beach community of Freeport, Texas ● Beach Access: Less than a 4-minute drive to Surfside Beach. ● WIFI/Cable: We provide free high-speed WIFI and Roku with access to Sling TV for live television channels. Guests are welcome to log into their own streaming service apps. ● Pet Policy: 3 pets are allowed with a $25 fee per pet. Please keep pets off furniture, clean up after them outside, and crate them if left alone indoors. ● Large Groups: We love hosting church groups and large family gatherings, however groups over the size of 12 guests must be approved prior to booking. ● Parking: There is room for 6 cars in the driveway. Inside the main floor, you'll find a light-filled living area that seamlessly connects with the dining room and kitchen, perfect for spending quality time together. Three comfortable bedrooms complete this level, offering a king-size bed for a luxurious retreat, a queen-size bed for restful nights, and another room with a queen-size bed and a full-over-full bunk bed, ideal for families. Head downstairs to discover a haven of entertainment! This expansive space features a living area with a big-screen TV, perfect for movie nights. Feeling playful? Challenge your friends and family to classic arcade games or a foosball match. Two full-over-full bunk bed sets provide additional sleeping options for larger groups. Unwind and soak up the sunshine on the expansive front porch, offering a delightful spot for al fresco dining or catching some rays. Step outside downstairs and discover a true backyard oasis! Enjoy a cookout with the provided BBQ pit, have fun with yard games, relax on the swinging bench, or gather around the firepit for cozy evenings alongside the serene canal. Blue Marlin awaits to create your dream beach escape. Book your stay today and start planning unforgettable memories! ● Party Policy: No parties are allowed at our home. Please look elsewhere if that is the intent of your trip. ● Age Requirement: Guests must be 24+ to book. By completing your reservation, you agree to our rental terms and conditions, which include identity verification before check-in. Depending on the property and booking, you may be required to: ● Provide a government-issued photo ID ● Provide a valid credit card with a name matching your ID ● Confirm your contact information ● Complete our verification portal Check-in instructions may be withheld until verification is complete. All information collected is used solely for screening and verification — it is not stored or shared for any other purpose. - Guests must be 24+ to book the property. - One-night stays must be approved. - Groups larger than 12 need to be approved. We do not allow parties. - Quiet hours are from 10pm-8am. - Any damages to the house or property during your stay will result in a deduction or additional charge for the resulting repair/replacement cost. - All pets must be approved by our team, stay off of all furniture, be cleaned up after in the yard, and not left alone inside the home unless in a kennel. - No parking allowed on lawns, yards, empty grass lots or other neighbors’ driveways, even if their home appears unoccupied. - Oversized vehicles/trailers are not permitted unless explicit approval has been received from our team. - Do not turn the AC below 70 degrees. If you do, you will risk the AC unit freezing up, requiring it to thaw out which will result in the home getting extremely warm. - No jumping or diving into the canal. Children must be supervised at all times. - Should an eviction occur due to breaking house rules (noise ordinance violations, excessive guests and/or vehicles beyond the agreed amount), there will be an $850 fine.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common space

2 Queen Sofa Beds

What’s included

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Air conditioning

    Air conditioning

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi

Guest reviews

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Christopher J.

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October 2026

The trip from Dallas was worth the drive! We had a very memorable time. The home was clean and comfortable. The communication was perfect and not over the top. We were thankful for the misquote warning and came prepared. Can’t wait to return!

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Bernard TenPas

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February 2026

Issues w kitchen sink and microwave- called mgmnt and resolved in 24 hours correctly- some occasional oder of “sewage gas”? Perhaps some drains had dried out?Overall was satisfied w property

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Elizabeth White

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January 2026

Enjoyed our stay!

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Justin Kieffer

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December 2025

My family enjoyed a wonderful stay at this residence for the New Year. The house itself is quite charming, cozy, and very well kept. The view from the upstairs balcony was a great place to watch the fireworks. The host was extremely helpful and quick to answer any questions or concerns we had during our stay. Check-in and out was simple, with easy to follow rules. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a beach getaway!

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

Pets allowed

No smoking

No parties

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