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Amazing Panoramic Gulf Views-120 Steps to Beach- Huge Deck- Large Beautiful Home

Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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On the beach, beach towels
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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Kismet, your serene seaside retreat only 120 steps from the Gulf, boasts over 1,700 square feet of newly remodeled space on two floors. Enjoy panoramic gulf views and cool breezes from the large deck with charcoal grill and outdoor sectional or relax in one of three spacious living areas with a wood-burning fireplace.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101837 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Amazing Panoramic Gulf Views-120 Steps to Beach- Huge Deck- Large Beautiful Home

You will love this serene slice of paradise only 120 steps from the sea. Kismet has plenty of room for your whole family to relax! Kismet offers over 1,700 square feet of newly remodeled space on 2 floors. There are 3 bedrooms - all with new furniture, new linens and 40-inch flat-screen TV's, 3 bathrooms, and 2 large living areas (50 inch TV’s), a well-equipped kitchen, and a kitchenette in the second living area.
Of course, WiFi is included, along with Roku streaming for each room.

A large deck surrounds 2 sides of the house and is furnished with charcoal grill, large dining table, outdoor sectional, coffee table, and an additional small pub table. The deck boasts panoramic gulf views and cool gulf breezes. Relax on the large sectional and listen to the waves roll in, as you enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail.

The living area features a very comfortable sectional sofa, coffee table, end tables, wood-burning fireplace, and large picture window with a beautiful unobstructed gulf view. There’s nothing between Kismet and the sea except grassland and the beach.

At Kismet, we don’t lug gallons of drinking water up long flights of stairs. Kismet features a whole house water filtration system with an additional reverse osmosis filtration system for drinking water and ice. This is very important on this part of the Gulf, as the public water is well water (non-potable) it is normally recommended that residents and guests drink only bottled water and haul in ice.

The kitchen, with tile countertops, is very well equipped: including a coffeemaker, blender, toaster, glasses, dishes, wine glasses, utensils, brand new pots & pans, waffle maker, grill tools, crab pot, etc. Appliances include a glass stovetop, oven, microwave, stainless steel refrigerator with reverse osmosis filtered water/ice door dispenser and dishwasher.


Upstairs there is a master suite and a second bedroom. The first has a sumptuous king size memory foam bed appointed with luxury linens (including down alternative mattress topper and duvet), large bathroom, plenty of storage space, and a 40" HDTV TV. The second bedroom has an equally lavish queen size bed, a 40" HDTV, and is adjacent to a second full bath.

The ground floor has an additional large living room with a 50" HDTV TV, and 2 days beds that each convert easily to king beds. There is also a kitchenette with a sink, fridge, microwave, and Keurig coffee maker. The large bedroom has a king bed, 40 inch HDTV, dresser, and small sitting area. The downstairs bathroom has a double sink and an attached enclosed indoor/outdoor shower. The ground floor can be accessed either by a spiral staircase indoors, or french doors leading to the outside. This makes Kismet uniquely accessible for your older relatives.
High-quality linens, towels & beach towels are provided at NO ADDITIONAL FEE.

Surfside Beach Registration #10374

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No Smoking Indoors, outdoor smoking area provided.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,837 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved pets are always welcome at Kismet.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking Indoors, outdoor smoking area provided.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Surfside Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Surfside Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Swan Lake - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Quintana Beach County Park - 9 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Port of Freeport - 12 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪American Rice - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mi Ranchito - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sharkies on the Beach Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Panoramic Gulf Views-120 Steps to Beach- Huge Deck- Large Beautiful Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Amazing Panoramic Gulf Views-120 Steps to Beach- Huge Deck- Large Beautiful Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Panoramic Gulf Views-120 Steps to Beach- Huge Deck- Large Beautiful Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Panoramic Gulf Views-120 Steps to Beach- Huge Deck- Large Beautiful Home located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surfside Beach vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Surfside Jetty Park is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

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Reviews

Amazing Panoramic Gulf Views-120 Steps to Beach- Huge Deck- Large Beautiful Home Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R.

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

Family reunion weekend

Was great and close enough to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara P.

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

Kizmet

This is literally steps from the beach, it has everything that you need inside as well as a fabulous porch that looks out over ocean. If you are looking for some place to stay that is convenient, clean and plenty of space, Kizmet is your place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Della W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great had more stuff supplied than I expected from staying in other places...the stair railing was wobbly and there were some any around sink behind the faucet.....and we had to wash anything we used cause dishes well pans for sure we're not clean.....but everything else was great!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin R.

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

Easter 2025

We had a few issues and are working with owner of the house. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance H.

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

Great location!

Great location right off the beach. Long beach walks in either direction. We were able to cook a fairly large and involved meal with the provided kitchenware. The Seahorse Bar and Grill is also a very short walk away along the beach. Open line of communication with the property management through the VRBO app. We enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

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

Great time!

We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

rachel B.

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

Family celebration

This property was a great location. Great views and short walk to beach. The house is older but was nicely furnished and the beds were very comfortable, best I have experienced at a rental. There were plenty of indoor activities offered for those rainy days or just needing a break from the sunshine and heat. Plenty of room to move around. I loved the spiral staircase!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brandy M.

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

Great location

Overall, our visit was great. The location was perfect and the host communicated with great instructions and updates. The house was stocked with dishes needed for cooking and a new grill available. There are board games, beach toys, towels and umbrellas if it rains. The house is nicely stocked for comfort. There is plenty of room for a large family although the top floor bedrooms are very small, just room enough for a bed and dresser. The house is cute however, it is in dire need of renovations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

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

Perfect

We had a fantastic stay and an amazing host. Kim was quick with responses and shared some local happenings in the area. Great views of the beach from the porch, nice way to relax in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Wonderful Christmas at the Beach!

Loved the beach house!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg and Kimbery H.

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

We Had An Awesome Time Again At Kizmet!

We had an awesome time again staying at the Kizmet beach house. We had 4 generations staying in the house just a few feet from the beach. Everything we needed for cooking was there available to us including a washer and dryer and charcoal barbecue grill. We can't wait to go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Gwen G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Labor day stay

Great location! Property manager responsive Pictured on VRBO website need updating, misleading. Yard needed cutting, water from faucets smelled, dryer didmt work, satellite/tv/ceiling fan we couldnt figure out initially.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tim D.

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

Family getaway

Great location, walking distance to beach. We really loved packing up our car and driving the beaches! Still quite a bit of clean up being done due to recent storms but that didn’t keep us from enjoying ourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Samantha G.

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

Great little beach house

The house was perfectly sized for our families (6 adults, 4 kids). There are two bedrooms on the main floor (a master with an en suite bath and another room with a queen bed), as well as another full bath directly outside the queen bedroom. There was also another bedroom downstairs with a king bed, as well as two daybeds that pull out to king beds. This area was perfect for the older kids, as they felt like they had their own private area of the home to hang out in. There is a half-bathroom downstairs as well, so our older kids were able to stay up later without having to worry about waking anyone up upstairs! It is conveniently located within walking distance to the beach, as well as a beach access road for driving onto the beach. Overall, it was perfectly suited for our multi-family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa Anne P.

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

Our Favorite Place

We love this property and try to book it anytime we are at Surfside. The host is very responsive, the house is always very clean / well stocked, and you are a short walk to both the Beach and the Seahorse restaurant. Highly recommended this charming / quirky beach home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

Easy Beach Access

Had a great time! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Leigh M.

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

What a view

Amazing view and super convenient to beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Terry R.

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

Great location near the beach.

The location was fabulous just a quick walk over the decking to the beach on a neighborhood street. The home was very clean but is also very old and outdated, they call it "rustic". The beds were very comfortable. The downstairs bathroom is more like an outhouse and had the 11 year old crying because she fell down late at night. Was told there was a K-cup machine downstairs (so I brought my K-cups) but there was not. Had to go upstairs to use the Kuerig which refused to accept my "non-kuerig" k-cups so I had to go buy some on Christmas. We were there for 4 days and lost the internet service for 48 hours of that time which because it's winter and we couldn't be outside much, that was a bummer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Payton P.

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

Very nice beach house

For a group of guys this had absolutely everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Paying for the view and location

Ok I have very mixed feeling about this place, let me just start off by saying the place is nothing like true picture it is a house that is completely falling apart, ran down. There is zero water pressure and the overall layout of the house is plain weird. There are random steps all over the place and just not convenient. One of the bathrooms upstairs only had scorching hot water, the other one was dirty hair all over the place when we arrived and a sandy substance that wasn’t actual sand just nasty. There is creepy doors that say private on them that don’t open, the downstairs area is cute but the bathroom is an outhouse with a old tub that has junk inside. The water smells like sulfur but it’s tolerable, what is not is the water pressure. The carpet upstairs is disgusting and has spots everywhere, now before you say it’s a beach house for the price I would think the cleanliness of this place would make up for the run down state of the house. I had a toddler 2 year old with me and I just didn’t feel safe with him running around he could fall at any moment in one of the many random steps all over the house. Now to the good and why I had mixed feelings, the view and location is absolutely amazing we woke up in the morning and it was like looking at a painting with the ocean directly in front of you, the. A very short walk to the beach and that part of the beach was absolutely gorgeous, would I stay there again yes but only for the location and the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Weekend!!

Loved our stay great view of the ocean!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B., Houston, Texas USA - Buenos Aires, Argentina

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

PERFECT SPOT !

Everything was exactly as advertised - perfect in every way. Many-many thanks, we will be back !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Talkna H.

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

Great, nice view

Great time, wonderful views, house cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debby S.

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

2nd Times A Charm

The first time we stayed at this property was during spring break. The weather was nice, but the water was rather cold. This year our grandkids requested to go to this beach house, but in the summer. We had a marvelous time and brought back tons of fun memories. Thank you Kim and Meri, for sharing your home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

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

Beautiful view

Loved the views
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023