PUMPKIN HOUSE is a family-oriented place located on the beachside of Surfside Beach, where comfortably sleeps 10 people.
✔ Dog-friendly. (well-behaved pets are welcome with a $100 pet fee. Subject to pre-approval - Cats are not allowed) ✔ Few steps away from the beach ✔ Amazing Views (Ocean and Lake) ✔ Attractively Decorated ✔ Complimentary tea, coffee, sugar
The Space:
✔ Conveniently located in one of the most desirable areas of Surfside ✔ Only a 1 min walk to the beach – Easy and safe access. You don’t need to cross the main roads. ✔ Can comfortably accommodate 10 guests ✔ Complimentary baby pack n' Play Playard, high chair, and a baby bath available ✔ Oversized balconies offering beautiful views of the ocean and the lake ✔ Nest smart thermostat makes the climate perfect all time ✔ Large folding wire dog crate and bowls for water and food to avoid leaving your little friend unattended at home.
Amenities.
At Pumpkin House, our goal is that you and your family have a great stay, making a lot of wonderful and unforgettable memories while staying with us, as a small family-owned, we know how stressful it can be to remember and pack everything we need for a beach stay.
Well, Forget it! Just relax, bring your clothes, drinks, beach chairs and a pack of charcoal.
✔ Fully equipped kitchen ✔ Bath and face towels, bed linen, pillows of various types, blankets, and comforters ✔ Hotel-style starter hygiene kit (shampoo, conditioner, and soaps) ✔ High-speed Wi-Fi internet ✔ 4 Flat Screen 4K Roku Smart TVs with free TV apps and HD Digital TV channels and private streaming apps available for your personal accounts ✔ Dedicated office desk ✔ Family games and puzzles ✔ Boogie boards, beach umbrellas, beach towels, and sand toys ✔ Two large dining room tables, (in the kitchen, or outside on the main deck) ✔ Full laundry room, a charcoal grill, and an outdoor shower
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Maximum of 2 dogs and pet fee is required
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking Property
Do not flush anything other than toilet paper
No RVs / heavy trucks.
No illegal substances allowed
No eat/drink in the bedrooms
No unregistered guests are allowed. Register all visitors, they count for max occupancy.
Under any circumstances, maximum occupancy can be exceeded
Maximum 2 dogs are permitted. The host agrees in advance and a non-refundable Pet Fee is required
Is STRICTLY prohibited parties and/or events.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 first aid kit
Frequently asked questions
Is ⛱ Gorgeous Ocean & Lake View, Beach Access, Spotlessly Decorated, Pets welcome pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at ⛱ Gorgeous Ocean & Lake View, Beach Access, Spotlessly Decorated, Pets welcome?
As of 8 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ⛱ Gorgeous Ocean & Lake View, Beach Access, Spotlessly Decorated, Pets welcome on 20 June 2026 start from NZ$791, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at ⛱ Gorgeous Ocean & Lake View, Beach Access, Spotlessly Decorated, Pets welcome?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ⛱ Gorgeous Ocean & Lake View, Beach Access, Spotlessly Decorated, Pets welcome?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ⛱ Gorgeous Ocean & Lake View, Beach Access, Spotlessly Decorated, Pets welcome?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is ⛱ Gorgeous Ocean & Lake View, Beach Access, Spotlessly Decorated, Pets welcome located?
Nestled on the beach, this Surfside Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Follets Island Beach and Fresh Water Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our stay was wonderful! The location was perfect, owners communicated effectively and quickly, and the amenities were well thought-out. Directions for check-in and check-out were greatly detailed and easy to complete.
Danielle D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2025
Thank you so much Danielle. It was my pleasure to host you and your family and we hope see you again.
We stayed at the Pumpkin House in Surfside Beach and absolutely loved it. The place is super clean, beautifully decorated, and just steps from the beach—no roads to cross. It had everything we needed: a well-stocked kitchen, beach toys, comfy beds. The views of the ocean and lake from the balconies were amazing. It’s peaceful, perfect for families, and the hosts were great. Would definitely go back!
Tonya
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2025
Thank you so much Tonya, and Thanks for choosing our Pumpkin House. You are welcome to come back anytime.
The place was clean and cozy. We really enjoyed how close it was to the beach and the room setup. Host was very communicative and thorough.
Sandra V.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Hi Sandra,
Thank you so much for your review and for being so kind to our Pumpkin House.
I hope we can host you and your family again in the future.
Please be welcome anytime and thanks for choosing our place
We had a great time, the house is so clean, right by the board walk to the beach, the host
Was super quick to respond and very friendly. 10/10 would recommend and will be staying here again!!
Traci E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2022
Thank you so much, Traci.
You and your family were amazing and you are always welcome back.
Regards,
Francisco and Raquel
We really enjoyed our stay at the pumpkin house. It is well organized with everything in it’s place and where you expect it. Great for a large family vacation. It is right on the beach and has plenty of room for entertaining.
Heather R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2023
Hi Heather, thanks for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure to host you. You’re welcome back any time.
Thanks a bunch for your good review. I’m super glad everything was to your liking. Hope to see you again next time you’re back in Surfside
The Pumpkin house is so clean and organized. We love how it was decorated, how close it was to the beach, and that the kitchen had everything we needed. The coffee and tea stations were an added bonus. Thanks for a wonderful first stay in Texas.
Kimberly W.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2024
Hi Kimberly,
Thank you so much for your review and for being an amazing guest. I am happy to offer you a great 1st Texas vacation experience. Please be welcome back anytime
We stayed 3 nights at the Pumpkin House and loved every minute!! The house was clean and had everything we needed. We will definitely book again next year!
Haley E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2022
Hi Haley,
Thank you so much for your review. You and your family are definitively welcome back anytime.
Thanks
Francisco and Raquel
Staying at the Pumpkin House was a wonderful experience. The house was beautifully decorated, comfortable and well thought out in providing everything a guest might need while staying there. It was close to the beach and the hosts were very thoughtful and accommodating. We would stay there again and would recommend to others.
LaDonna H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 January 2023
HI LaDonna,
Thank you so much for choosing our Pumpkin House and for your review.
Please be welcome back anytime.
Francisco
Everything was great about this rental. The location was awesome and the house had plenty of kitchen tools to use. Enjoyed the beach chairs and toys that were stored to use so we didn’t have to bring a lot with us.
Lerissa B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2023
Hi Lerissa,
Thank you so much for your review. We are super happy that we were able to meet your expectations, and that you and your family had a great time.
Please, be welcome back anytime.
My husband & I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Pumpkin House.
The home reminded me of being in a model home, & is decorated with beautiful colors & has everything you need for a comfortable vacation.
We love Surfside beach because it’s a very quiet town, we’ll definitely be coming back.
Kim R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 November 2022
Hi Kim.
Thank you so much for your review. It is wonderful knowing you both liked our Pumpkin House and had great time.
Be welcome to come back anytime.
Our family had a wonderful 4th of July vacation at the Pumpkin House! The home was beautifully decorated and had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Its location was unbeatable—just a short walk to the beach, which made it easy to enjoy the sun and sand every day. The owner was very responsive and took care of a couple of small issues quickly and professionally. We truly enjoyed our time here and would definitely return for another stay. Highly recommend!
Christopher H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you for your review Chris. I hope we can host you and your family again .
Took our kiddos to the beach for the first time! Our beach house was perfect and the host was great with communication!
Jessica Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2022
Hi Jessica,
We are delighted to hear that the children, on their first trip to the beach, loved our Pumpkin House.
I want to thank you once again for choosing us to be your hosts and that you are welcome whenever you want to enjoy the island and this wonderful beach again.
Thank you so much,
Francisco and Raquel
Our group loved the pumpkin house. The location was perfect very short walk to the beach. We spent a lot of time down stairs at the picnic table cooking and hanging out. The breeze from the ocean was amazing and made being outside very nice in 95+ degree weather.
Paula L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2023
Hi Paula, thank you so much for leaving a lovely review. Please know you’re welcome to come stay with us again whenever.
We had a family of all ages and the house was very accommodating for all of us! It was very clean and cute decor with a very close walk to the beach. Fenced in yard for our small pets. We would definitely stay here again!
Nikkie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2024
Hi Nikkie,
It was a pleasure to host you and your family. Please be welcome to come back anytime
We enjoyed Pumkin House. The location is perfect for ocean views, the house is clean and has everything you need including a fully stocked kitchen, towels, complimentary body wash and lotion, and coffee. Every room has a tv and the couch is big enough for everyone to sit and enjoy a movie. Pumpkin House is highly recommended.
Marjorie J.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Marjorie was a good guest, with no issues. I would recommend it to other hosts and welcome back anytime!
Thank you so much
Great location, cute decor and set up. Kitchen has everything you need. Patio/porch was great. Host is prompt at replying. Thanks for a great stay! :)
Tasha L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2022
Hi Tasha,
Thanks much for your review and for choosing our Pumpkin House. We hope we can have you and your family and friends again as our guests in the future.
Thanks
Francisco and Raquel
About the host
Hosted by Francisco Ribeiro
Hi! I’m Francisco, my wife is Raquel, and we are the Ribeiro Family, a small family owner.
Raquel and I grew up in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and have been living here in Texas for almost 10 years. I work as a support account manager and Raquel does the hard work taking care of our family, including our three beautiful children who are the reason for our lives.
We are super easy-going and positive people who are open to new cultures and meeting people from different backgrounds. In our free time, we like to explore new places, travel, and learn about local cultures.
Aside from speaking English, I am fluent in Portuguese and Spanish. I would be happy to have you as my guest and ensure that you have a great stay!
I’m always available to answer questions or react quickly to resolve any issues.
Why they chose this property
We love the Ocean and Surfside Beach, also known locally as Surfside, is a city in Brazoria County, Texas, United States, that is situated on Follet's Island by the Gulf of Mexico near the city of Freeport. A perfect place to relax and enjoy life.
What makes this property unique
Steps from the ocean, quiet and cozy place. Perfect for families