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GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD

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A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with two blue chairs and a clear view of the ocean. - GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD (Freeport)
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A blue building with a wooden deck, a palm tree, and a grassy yard. - GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD (Freeport)
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a green sofa and a coffee table. - GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD (Freeport)
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GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD

  • Unwind in Surfside Beach at this lovely cottage. Awesome view of the ocean from the deck- set back so you can enjoy your privacy. This cozy retreat features a tropical bedroom with a king bed and a bunk bed for the little ones, perfect for a serene night's sleep. The living room offers a cool space to relax & has a sofa bed for additional guests. Enjoy Gilligans' amazing ocean side deck & bar where you can relax, and listen to the sound of the waves crashing on the shore, There is also a fenced pet yard with a comfortable sitting area so you can chill with your furry friends.AC, WiFi, and a washer / dryer insure a hassle-free stay. We're happy to assist with any questions during your stay in paradise.........

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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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 - 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Lock the doors and return the keys

Pick up any pet waste- bags are available in box at base of stairs

Please travel safe getting home!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

3 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 fire extinguisher and 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Surfside Beach, this cottage is on the beach. Port of Freeport and Freeport Municipal Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Brazosport Museum of Natural Science and Sea Center Texas. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Freeport travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A coastal town at sunset with a beach, houses, and a clear sky.
    Surfside Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A sandy beach with dunes and sparse vegetation.
    San Luis Beach
    20 min drive - 16.3 miles
  • A sunset over a beach with a large rock formation and a distant tower.
    Jamaica Beach
    47 min drive - 28.9 miles
  • Swan Lake
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Surfside Jetty Park
    6 min drive - 2.8 miles

Restaurants

  • On The River
    11 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    11 min drive
  • Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill
    13 min walk
  • Seahorse Bar & Grill
    3 min drive
  • Belly’s On The Brazos
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surfside Beach cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Swan Lake and Surfside Beach. Follets Island Beach and Surfside Jetty Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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GILLIGANS BEACH HUT- RELAXING BEACH GETAWAY- OCEAN VIEW-PET FRIENDLY/FENCED YARD Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and cozy beach bungalow with everything provided for a comfortable stay. Especially nice that it's pet friendly. The beach is a very short walk away and there's a great view from the side deck.We would definitely come back for another wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great little house just a short walk from the beach. Based on a prior review, we took our own grill. It would be nice to have one. Also based on a prior review, we took our own drinking water. It is an island, so go prepared. It’s not too busy on this section of the beach compared to others. Our granddaughter appreciated the short walk to the beach. We did take our own beach cart, but there was one there. The neighbors were friendly and the area is quiet. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great house with amazing view and location!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach home to stay with our dogs (enclosed yard); easy access to beach, view of beach.We enjoyed our visit and will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was close to everything and it was very important for us to have an area for our dogs to get out and play. We were close to family and it made it convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time here on our first vacation as a family of three! We felt so comfortable in this space and really appreciated how accommodating the host was!Just steps from the beach, had everything we could need, and the fenced yard was wonderful for bringing our dog. We'd love to come back one day!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a last minute booking and needed pet friendly. Great location, my only negative would be It didn’t have a grill and the washer didn’t work. Other than that it had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again but will take a grill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay. PERFECT if you have dogs. Very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time! Love the beach views and location!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely exceeded expectations for our stay in Surfside. We all enjoyed our time and would recommend this stay to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unobstructed views of the gulf and very short walk to the beach. Love this little house for it's location, comfort and deck! Thanks for another great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay at this comfortable, clean 1 bedroom. Has an unobstructed view to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the beach and exactly as shown in photos
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Surfside Perfection

Nice host and property was exactly as advertised. Location is perfect! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it so much we came back a second time. Perfect location and we had everything we needed. Communication is great. We’ll be back a third time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Love this sweet little house!

Wake up to coffee on the deck, seeing and hearing the surf. Very short walk to the beach. Cottage is comfy, cozy and well equipped. Host most helpful and available. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay right off the beach

Cute little beach house with a view of field of wildflowers and walkway leading to the beach! Very clean, had everything we needed. The house is so close to the beach you can see it from the porch! If you are picky about drinking water, bring it with you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were just a quick walk over the bridge to the beach, just like advertised. Great little place that made beach life way. Kevin was great and flexed as our schedule was complicated. Thanks so much! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4th of July

It was a great time in Surfside. Gilligan's Beach Hut was perfect for our needs. For the 4th we didn't have to fight the crowds for beach space because we could observe from afar. We could come and go as we pleased and had a perfect little retreat to come back to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kevin, the host, was the easiest & friendliest owner I’ve ever worked with for a stay. He was very communicative, very friendly, had a ton of great information & advice, & really made the trip stress & hassle-free. Such a tremendous experience! On top of that, the home was very well maintained & cared for, had all the amenities you may need, & was literally right next to a beach access boardwalk. Super convenient! In addition to that, this home is definitely pet-friendly, as there is a fenced in yard beneath the home that even has doggie/poop bags conveniently provided in a container that’s mounted to one of the stilts near the stairs. We did not bring our dogs with us this trip, but we will definitely consider doing so the next time we come down. It’s rare that I stay in the same place multiple times, but this experience was so wonderful that my family & I can’t imagine staying anywhere else when we come visit. Kevin has definitely done a great job making Gilligan’s Beach Hut feel like a home away from home. We can’t thank him enough for the wonderful experience & cozy weekend by the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The tap water in this house is yellow, smells foul and tastes awful. My dog wouldn’t even drink it. It leaves a film on your skin. The EPA report for poor water quality in Surfside shows 6 cancer causing chemicals above safe limits. Google it. The owner denies the problem. The very nice next door neighbors, who live there, haul 15 jugs a week from the city’s industrial filtered source for daily use because the tap water is so gross. The city offers an industrial filtered source because they also acknowledge the poor water quality! Yet the owner does not. Stay away from this rental unless you like to drink and bathe in slimy polluted water. It’s a shame because it’s a cute and cozy house right near the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway

Every year, we take a beach trip for my husband‘s birthday. We’ve been to Florida, Alabama, Gulf Coast, East Coast, South Padre Island, and Corpus Christi. This year, we decided to go to Surfside because of how close it is to home, but I was a little hesitant because I’m not crazy about Galveston. To my delight, surfside is a lazy, laid-back beach town. I found Gilligan’s beach hut, and thought it was perfect for my family of five and one small dog. And, it was. Right on the beach, perfect size, and amenities. I especially appreciated the fenced in area for my dog to run around and so I did not have to put her on the leash every time she went outside. We had everything we needed and the communication was great. We are planning to return in August for a longer trip.
Walkway to the beach
View from the balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025