Beautiful sea and sand Surfside 'Livin the Dream' beachfront 6-plex end unit #7, The Sand Dollar, boasts panoramic Gulf water views and long stretches of sun and surf to take in! Enjoy the spectacular shimmering ocean view and sunrise with your cup of joe in the am and relax with your cool cocktail and dine al fresco on the upper extra scenic level covered deck right outside your front door in the evening. You're officially on island time!
The Space:
With a queen-sized bed in the primary bedroom and futon sleeper couch located in the main living area, this is a great choice for those who wish to be right on the beach and steps away from the surf!
SLEEPING/BATH ARRANGEMENT: (sleeps 2 in beds, allow up to 4 guests max - see description below for details)
~ 1 large bedroom outfitted with a Queen-sized beds and luxurious fresh white bedding (sleeps 2)
~ Futon couch in living area - please bring your own bedding and sleeping pillows (sleeps 1-2)
OTHER FEATURES/AMENITIES: coffee maker, ceiling fans throughout inside, guest comforts of home welcome kit, complimentary WIFI/Internet service, top level unit, common area outdoor charcoal grill
NOTE: a total of 5-units in the building available for short term vacation rental. All units allow up to 4 people. You can book individual units or all 5 and have the place to yourself. Please inquire for more details!
**Outdoor safety/security cameras on property.
Guest Access:
EASY CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT:
It's easy to stay with us and secure too! Access the home electronically at 4pm on the date of your arrival with your unique lock code that we specifically give only to you via text and email. Your code is live from 4pm on your arrival date until 11am on the date of your departure.
The Neighborhood:
🏝️ We (The 979 Crew) love our sleepy Surfside Beach community with plenty of sand and surf to enjoy and unique fishing Jetty! No touristy chain restaurants, shops or hotels. Just chillin' beach bar and grills, food (and beverage) trucks (like Surfin Rita Daiquiris To-Go), burger joints (like Pier 30 and Sharkies on the Beach) and tasty fresh seafood options (like Seahorse Bar & Grill and Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill) line the water. Surfside is your simple relaxing sandy beach, water sporting, surfing, fishing and crabbing vacation destination.
Other Things to Note:
HOSTED BY THE 979 CREW ADVANTAGE:
The 979 Crew is comprised of island locals who are passionate about making sure the home you chose is nothing short of clean, comfortable, and ready for your group's fun! Every home is fully and professionally cleaned after each guest stay. In addition, all of our homes feature luxury hotel-quality/high thread count on all sheets, bedding, and bath towels which are replaced upon every turnover including the duvet covers and shams (we've heard not every company does this, and we think that's just gross). We take clean seriously! When you rent a 979 home, you'll also receive the 'comforts of home' guest welcome starter supply of shampoo, shower gel, conditioner, tp and paper towels, dishwasher and clothes washer pods. We want your stay to be as easy as you do, and the 979 Crew aims to deliver on that commitment. We love our island guests!
🐾 PUP-FRIENDLY:
Bring Fido! We welcome your furry friend (aka family member). 1 x well-behaved dog allowed at this home, subject to approval and a non-refundable pet fee of $100 per stay.
WIFI/TV SERVICE:
Our properties include WIFI/Internet and TV service for your streaming services. Due to our location (Island living is a whole other way of life), service may be unpredictable or spotty, and repair times can be delayed. While we will do everything we can to ensure these items are in good working order before your arrival, please note, these services may not be as consistent as they are in your area. So grab your favorite people, ditch the electronics, and spend the day at our beautiful beaches!
979 VACATION PROPERTY SERVICES:
All 979 rental home follow local and state tax rules. Reservations may be booked up to 365 days in advance. Please send inquiry and details if more than a year out as rates and availability may not be updated. Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, $1M liability protection and $10K damage insurance - and good news, No Security Deposit Required!
CANCELLATION POLICY:
When booking direct with 979, you may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund. Some exceptions may apply for last-minute reservations. After 24 hours, cancel at least 30 days before your check-in and receive a refund in your original form of payment less a $50 cancellation fee. Cancellations within 30 days of check-in are non-refundable.
Reservations made on 3rd party channels/OTAs such as Airbnb, VRBO, Booking, Hopper etc may be subject to terms and conditions which may be different than 979's. When booking through a 3rd party channel, the cancellation policy you agreed to at the time of booking is the cancellation policy on your reservation.
The 979 Crew looks forward to providing you with your cleanest, most comfortable, and FUN stay!
*NOTE: Absolutely No Prom, Graduation or other large (more than the max occupancy) parties/events permitted. Max # house sleeps (occupancy) = max # of Guests allowed on property at any time. Thank you.
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Guest Service Hours: 8:30am - 7pm daily
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Important information
You need to know
Property # 9534947
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Freeport
Located in Surfside Beach, this condo is near a water park and 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 surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Surfside Beach, TX
What's nearby
Surfside Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Swan Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Surfside Jetty Park - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
Sea Isle Beach - 25 min drive - 37.3 km
Jamaica Beach - 34 min drive - 46.1 km
Restaurants
On The River - 11 min drive
Circle K - 2 min drive
American Rice - 14 min drive
Belly’s On The Brazos - 10 min drive
Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Sand Dollar 7 - Unobstructed Ocean & Beachfront! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sand Dollar 7 - Unobstructed Ocean & Beachfront!?
As of 27 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sand Dollar 7 - Unobstructed Ocean & Beachfront! on 6 January 2027 start from NZ$408, 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 Sand Dollar 7 - Unobstructed Ocean & Beachfront!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sand Dollar 7 - Unobstructed Ocean & Beachfront!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sand Dollar 7 - Unobstructed Ocean & Beachfront!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sand Dollar 7 - Unobstructed Ocean & Beachfront! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Surfside Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Surfside Jetty Park is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed our beachfront location. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another wonderful stay soon!
The welcome basket was nice upon arrival. Everything including paper towels were there. The view was fantastic!
Sharie A.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2025
Thank you for allowing us to host your stay, and we're so glad you appreciated our welcome basket. We agree the views are quite spectacular from this spot!
Unobstructed beach front, easy steps to the beach. Covered deck made for pleasant outdoor enjoyment. AC nice & cold, spacious bathroom, comfortable bed, full kitchen.
Patricia A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2025
Thank you for allowing us to host you and so happy your beachside experience was a 10 out of 10! The 979 Crew would love to host you again!
Beach access was great, perfect views. The couch bed was not comfortable, there's plenty of room in the bedroom to put bunk beds or another full/queen bed for better sleeping options. Also the kitchen supply was lacking, if i choose to stay here again we will bring an air mattress and cooking supplies.
Heather S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2025
Thank you Heather, it is quite the amazing beachside spot and appreciate you noting! We agree a futon couch is never as comfortable as a bed, and while available, we don't recommend it either for that purpose. We will certainly pass along your suggestion to this condo's owner. As far as kitchen supplies, we're not sure what exactly you were looking for and the kitchen is fairly small, but we've found most cooking needs are subjective. Certainly, if there were specifics, we'd be happy to pass them along to the owner as well. Thanks again for staying!
We loved being right on the beach, no busy street between us and the water. Everything was exactly as expected, and if we had any questions or concerns, they got right back to us, almost immediately.
Derrick R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2025
We agree this is quite the special seaside spot, Derrick, we're delighted you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for allowing us to host you and hope to host you again in the future for some more island time!
Everything was just as expected and a little more. We will definitely return
On the beach- spacious rooms great view
claudia M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2021
Aww, that is great news to hear! We're grateful for your 5-stars and also being such courteous guests to host. We're looking forward to having you back for some more beach fun in the sun!
Perfect spot right on the water. Shelling was amazing. Super cute place, suited all our needs.
Rhonda W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 March 2025
It really is quite the perfect shelling seaside spot, thank you for noting Rhonda! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your beach getaway. The 979 Crew hopes to host you again!
The accommodations were very nice and you can't beat the view. Being right on the beach was a real plus. Our only downside was the rain.
Dana J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2025
We agree the view and location right out to the beach can't be beat! Thank you for noting Dana, and we appreciate the compliments. We wish we could control the rain for you, darn it!
Love the property and the stay. My only complaint was that i had to buy roach bait because of all the roaches that kept popping up in the kitchen and bathroom.
Louis H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thank you for the 10 out of 10, and we're so glad you loved this seaside property and your stay, Louis! All of our homes are on regular and professional pest control, but those roaches (while uninvited for sure) are crafty buggers. Sorry for any inconvenience as a result of our coastal environment they so love. We hope to host you again!
This is our go to place to stay when we come to Surfside Beach. You can't beat the location with it being directly on the beach. We will definitely be back!
Kim D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed fun & fabulous birthday by the beach! Thank you for the 5-stars, and we would love to have you back!
We had a fabulous vacation. The location is excellent - just two flights of stairs and you are on the beach! The condo had the necessary equipment you need for your stay; I cooked several meals, the only issue being the oven took longer than expected to cook the meal. The water pressure in the shower was good, the towels soft & clean. The refrigerator kept the food/drinks cold. The AC kept the entire condo cool; in fact the kids felt it was too cold! This was our second time staying at this condo facility.The photo is our last morning sunrise at Surfside!
Kathryn Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2025
We’re so happy you had another fabulous vacation and enjoyed being just steps from the beach, Kathryn—it really does make things extra special. I’m glad to hear the condo had everything you needed, and we’ll definitely take a look at the oven to be sure it’s working just right. Your sunrise photo is gorgeous—what a perfect way to wrap up your trip! We’d love to have you and your group back again anytime.
We enjoyed staying at this place for our Anniversary. Very private and very convenient place. Awesome view and great location. Check-in and Check-out process was simple and it's all about location location location.... Having a coffee on a beach deck is amazing and watching the waves was a great experience.... We will comeback soon...
Suresh G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 February 2024
That is great news Suresh! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed an awesome couple's getaway! We would love to have you back, as you were lovely guests to host!
Excellent news! We're thrilled you loved your experience at the Sand Dollar literally at the surf's side! Thank you for the 5-stars and allowing us to host your stay!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Beverly I.
20 October 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dishwashing liquid was watered down so much it was useless. Had to buy some. Drain stopper didn’t work. Had to buy another one. Floor so uneven and buckled in places. Kept tripping
Beverly I.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 November 2025
We’re disappointed to hear that your stay didn’t meet your expectations, as most guests love this direct beachfront condo for its incredible views and easy access to the sand and surf. We always appreciate being notified during a stay if something isn’t right so we can address it immediately — we would have been happy to take care of the items you mentioned. The home’s original coastal flooring does have some natural movement from the salty air and humidity, but everything is safe and regularly inspected. We hope you were still able to enjoy the unbeatable views and location.
A little older property and City water issues. The Location, Property views and access to beach were amazing. Very nice balcony overlooking the ocean from top floor.
Nooshin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2023
Thank you for allowing us to host your stay! We agree this is a fantastic location with amazing views, Nooshin. And yes, while not a brand new condo building, the rates to be direct ocean and beachside correlate. Not much we can do about the village of Surfside's water utilities, but we've been told they are actively working on addressing it. However, it is an island on island time. :)
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alissa S.
24 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great location
It’s a tad dirtier and worn than the pictures let on. Kitchen utensils and cookware were worn. Saw bugs when we first arrived but didn’t see any after the first day. Property management were kind and prompt with concerns. The water is brown and smells like the ocean. Bring your own water to drink and cook with. If you want to be right on the beach, this is the place! The deck was perfectly shaded. Lots of pros and cons.
Alissa S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thank you for allowing us to host you Alissa and appreciate you noting this scenic beachside spot! With this location also comes sand, salt, and humidity, which is great at the beach, but much tougher on homes. We're sorry to hear you were a bit disappointed by the condition of the utensils and cookware - perhaps they need a refresh. We will pass your feedback along to the owner. We appreciate your compliments to our communication and promptness of our staff. Thanks again.
Excellent 979 Mgt. Company takes care of all issues that may happen, very fast and efficient. Unit is right on the beach..Outstanding! Small space 480sq.ft. and basic but very functional.
Michael M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2021
Thank you for the compliments and 5-stars! You were a pretty darn awesome guest to host! We do hope to have you back for some more beach time!
This was one of many times we’ve gone to Surfside, it’s one of our favorite places. I will say this place has the perfect view to the beach and the access was top notch. The house itself had a lot of issues. I understand December isn’t the ideal time to come, but with a weekend full of sun and higher than normal temps, we jumped on it. Saying that, the entire time we were there, workers were repairing the balcony. They were kind, but walking out our door to them RIGHT there was awkward, not to mention the early morning greeting of a nail gun nonstop. In addition, the bathroom was gross, complete with hair in the drain, you had to wear shoes in the house to avoid cutting your feet on uneven boards. There was a coffee pot, but no filters for it. The “couch/futon” was literally falling apart covered by a top sheet to avoid seeing it. Has we had more than just the two of us, the person that would have been sleeping on this would not have had a blanket or a pillow as there was no extras for that. BUT if all you care about is the view or beach access, this is the spot.
Kristi T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 January 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for returning to sweet Surfside. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the spectacular beach views and easy access from this condo's direct seaside location.
We sincerely apologize for the disruption you experienced during your stay. The deck repairs were owner scheduled maintenance that unfortunately overlapped with your visit. While the work was not performed or coordinated by our crew, we completely understand how unexpected noise and the presence of workers could detract from your experience, and we regret that this occurred during your stay. We will pass this feedback along to the building's owner as well.
We’re also very sorry to hear about any cleanliness and/or comfort issues you noted. That is not the standard we aim to provide. We will certainly pass along your feedback to the housekeepers and share with the owner your thoughts on furnishings.
Thank you again for allowing us to host your stay.
I wanted to be right on the beach....and this was the place!! Get your beach attire on and your walking legs! I stayed on the third floor and got my exercise, but goodness what a view!!! Every morning and every night! The perfect "just me" getaway. Could comfy the place up a bit with better furniture, but bed was good. All in all gets an A!!!
joni s.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2021
We think it is a pretty spectacular location too! Thanks for noting what made your beachside stay memorable and enjoyable. We hope to host you again!
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