Stunning beach house with ocean views + large deck, just steps from the beach
About this house rental
Nestled in Hitchcock, this attractive house for R 2,302 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Sunsets and relaxation await at Tampico Tides! Located in a small neighborhood of only 20 homes, This 4-bedroom beach escape in Acapulco Village offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Just 50 steps from the shores of Acapulco Beach, you can spend your days soaking up the sun. In the evenings, grill up a feast on the covered BBQ area or relax on the spacious deck. Plus, you’re only a short drive from all that Galveston has to offer. Tampico Tides is your ideal Galveston getaway. Listing Space: Location: Acapulco Village beach community of Galveston, Texas. Beach access: This home is just 50 steps from the sand at Acapulco Beach, and less than a 5 minute drive from popular Jamaica Beach. Community Amenities: Guests have access to the Jamaica Beach community pool (open Memorial Day thru Labor Day - $5 per person) and city park just a quick 5 minute drive away. Rent BeachBox: Looking for beach gear for your Galveston getaway? We have you covered! Beach chairs and tents can be ready at the house upon your arrival. Message us for details and rates. WIFI: Free high-speed WIFI is available throughout the home. Cable: We provide Roku with access to Sling TV for live television channels. Guests are welcome to log into their own Amazon Prime, Netflix, or other streaming service apps as well. Pet policy: Up to 3 pets are welcome in our home with a $25 fee per pet. We ask that pets stay off all furniture, are cleaned up after in the yard, and aren't left alone inside the home unless in a crate or kennel. Please message us if you’re planning on bringing your furry friend! Parking: We have room in the driveway for up to 4 vehicles. 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. Start your day with a delightful breakfast under the covered patio on the ground level. Equipped with picnic tables and a charcoal grill, this space is perfect for family barbecues and evenings spent reminiscing under the stars. The fenced backyard provides a safe space for children and pets to play freely while you soak up the sun. Head upstairs to the main living area, where a cozy atmosphere awaits. Vaulted ceilings and expansive windows create an airy and light-filled space. The comfortable living room boasts a plush sofa and armchairs gathered around a flat-screen TV, ideal for family movie nights. Sliding glass doors lead out to a spacious deck with outdoor seating, creating a seamless flow for indoor and outdoor relaxation. Prepare delicious meals in the open kitchen, connected to the living room by a convenient pass-through bar with stool seating. Down the hallway, you'll find three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The first bedroom features a king-size bed nestled in a nook with ample built-in storage and three large windows to greet you with the morning sun. The second bedroom comfortably accommodates guests with two queen-size beds. Lastly, the third room, perfect for families, boasts two full-over-queen bunk beds. All bedrooms share a conveniently located full bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Unwind and rejuvenate in the ultra-private master suite located on the entire second floor. Featuring a king-size bed, a flat-screen TV, and private access to a top-floor patio, this sanctuary allows you to wake up to the soothing sounds of the ocean and unwind after a day of beach adventures. The spacious ensuite bathroom, complete with a tub/shower combo, provides a spa-like retreat at the end of the day. We are unable to price match any rates found on other booking platforms. GVR-06244 House Rules: - Guests must be 24+ to book the property. - One-night stays must be approved. - 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.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Hitchcock, TX
Reviews
4.5/5.0
Excellent(105 Reviews)
5.0
This beach house was more than enough for my small family and pets we had! The hosts were amazing from the booking to the checking out process! The walk to the beach really is just a couple of mins and the view really is breathtaking! This home was amazing and will definitely be a place we will stay at again.
3.0
Not as nice as the photos. There is quite a bit of wear and tear on the place. It was as adequate but not “nice.” The couch was broken, the garage as you pull up to the house was rusted, and there was lots of black electrical tape on the floor tiles. Also, the microwave looked like it had a fire in it and was slanted in the wall. The fridge was missing the bottom shelf.
I will say the beds were comfortable and the location was great. Just don’t expect too much.
5.0
it was nice a property and had a good time with family and friends
4.0
We loved the location - steps away from the beach! It was especially great since we had little kids, so going back to the house for forgotten beach items or bathroom breaks or naps was zero hassle. The layout was great and worked really well for two families with kids - two main bedrooms for parents and each set of kids could have their own rooms.
The one caveat is that there was an ant problem in the kitchen. We took a lot of care to keep food wrapped up and out of the way, but it got pretty old seeing creepy crawlies all over the counter whenever we looked. I realize that ants and bugs are a fact of life and it's hard when you can't control what guests do with their food, but this was pretty gross. I think there could be some mitigation taken to help at least. The place was really great in every other way!
4.0
The location on a very quiet stretch of Jamaica Beach was amazing. The kids were able to walk down the short drive to the beach and were usually the only ones there. The house backs up to the main road, and you could hear a little bit of road noise but nothing terribly bothersome.
The main living and dining area is pretty small for a house that sleeps so many people. We had a party of only 7 and it still felt tight except when everyone was in the bedrooms. The master area upstairs is huge though!
Plenty of clean linens were provided (even with six teenage girls!). Laundry detergent and liquid dish soap were available, but we could not locate the dishwasher tabs to run it as we departed.
Photos on the listing are probably a little out of date. The house is very cute but needs some freshening up--cracked tiles, worn out door jam, spongy wood floors, and a couch that is barely functional at this point. It does look like it has new blinds and outdoor furniture though.
There were a few minor issues as far as cleaning. Previous occupants had left clothes in the closets that were never removed. There was also a bowl of dog food left out under the kitchen sink. We think they may have led to the ants that we couldn't get rid of on the kitchen counters!
Overall, it worked well for our group. The teenagers mostly hung out in the bedrooms or on the beach anyway! So the location was worth the inconveniences.
5.0
Everything was great! The picnic tables underneath came in handy. The walking distance to the beach was perfect!
5.0
Enjoyed the short walk to beach and loved having our pets with us; they really enjoyed playing on the beach!
4.0
Everything was pretty good. The water in the shower never got hot, but whatever. The sink in the kitchen smells of fish lol. Small Ants in the kitchen. Everything was alright.
5.0
House was great price for the number of beds. Not a lot of lounging space but we didn’t hang out much at the house anyway. It was nice not having to cross a busy street to walk to the beach
2.0
This property location is great but the house is completely outdated. This space was so much smaller than expected. For the price we paid for one night I am totally disappointed. Walking up the stairs and getting to the door was a complete turn off , all the on the blinds french doors are torn to pieces, which the property manager has known about this for months if not years. As a business owner inspection of the property is a must. While inspecting, 3 beds were broken, with visible boards holding them up. The back door was not secure at all , gratefully we stayed up most of the night to be security. The entire house squeaks, the floors are soft , the one small sofa in the living area should be trashed, my friend sat on it and almost hit the floor. The patio furniture is broken, no amenities, 2 knives to fight over to prep, not one spice , left over cigarettes in the kitchen , and an on going leak outiside under the car part. Lastly multiple rats seen running in the garage. Now the property manager says he isnt able to fix anything unless it is reported , reviews dating back to 2020, we all have similar if not the same complaints. Rates should definitely be decreased.
3.0
The house is in a fine location, not far from Galveston proper and a short walk to the beach. Checkin was easy and communicated well. The photos are definitely much older after the initial renovation. Upon arrival, the window blinds in the front door were busted and looked like someone had broken in. Every other wall panel had signs of water/warped. The flooring throughout felt spongy and the house swayed whenever anyone walked around anywhere, especially if they were climbing the stairs to the deck. The beds were mostly broken on their middle support beams causing our group to funnel to the middle of their mattresses. The couch was broken on both arms and not comfortable at all. The living room was not near big enough to host 16 people the house claims to sleep. Bathrooms were clean but dated and 16 people sharing two bathrooms is quite a lot. The outdoor shower head was broken making it very difficult to rinse the salt and sand off from the beach. The kitchen was missing some essentials that were listed as provided. Overall, the management company provided a clean but dated home that needs an overhaul. Would not rent again for the price point.
3.0
Great location - steps to beach. Nice layout. Unfortu nately, we like to cook family dinners and the kitchen was very poorly stocked just a few old pots & pans. Beds worked fine but felt more like sleeper sofa mattresses.
Could only get 1 of the 2 TVs to work on the Roku app download - which was required if you wanted to watch TV.
Property manager was very responsive and god with communication.
5.0
We loved having a very short walk to the beach without crossing any highways. The property manager communicated with us very quickly. It looked like the exterior has recently been painted. The deck/house needs a few minor repairs.
5.0
Good value for the price, would book it again.
5.0
After reading the reviews I was at zero apprehensive, but the house meet our expectations. Thank you we had a nice time. There was plenty of sleeping areas and the beds and pillows were comfortable in addition to plenty of towels.
5.0
3 nights at the beach, was peaceful and calming. Great property! Front porch faces the gulf/ocean. The whole family had a wonderful time. Thanks
5.0
Rented this home for some friends and family to spend time together. It was such a great experience. Thank you Russel for opening up your home to us!
5.0
Great house! Being so close to the beach was wonderful. Having some younger children with us, it was very nice to be able to come and go to the beach within a few minutes of walking was super convenient. The adults in our group really enjoyed having their morning coffee on the balcony watching the ocean waves roll in. This place was nothing short of perfect for us and we cannot recommend it more!
5.0
Nice place
4.0
Pros: check in was easy, communications with owner was prompt and easy, walking distance to the beach, slept a lot of people.
Cons: over all the place could use a freshening up, sofa is very uncomfortable, outdoor furniture is almost falling apart.
Overall we were happy with our stay, but the booking photos make it looks a lot nicer than it is.
5.0
The vacation was amazing!!!! House was Wonderful, Weather was Fabulous and the time spent with family and friends was truly unforgettable. I highly recommend the house and vacation company StayBeachBox. I have only 1 request and that is to make some updates to the property. Several cracks in the living room and obvious patch work done to the walls.
4.0
I decided to take my daughter and the lady I care for to Galveston for a quick get away. Let me start by saying the location is fabulous! Close to the beach, quite and close enough to town. We had a wonderful trip and the communication with management was great! I would like to note the house sleeps a ton of people but sitting room is limited to 3 or 4 at the most unless you want to sit in bar height chairs or stools. The couch is very worn (seats 2 -3), I had to put pillows on it to be comfortable. The eating places inside are bar height and that’s fine for me I’m tall. However, my daughter is 5’2 and my lady with disabilities is 4’10. I somehow missed that when reading about the property. Also, there are no extra blankets for cool nights. We like to sleep cold but with blankets. That would just make it nice for families who like different temps. The bed upstairs where my daughter slept was good. The queen room not so much I moved to the downstairs king and it was better. Overall if the furnishings were more comfortable I would come back but as it stands with my lady who has disabilities it’s just not comfortable for her. I love love love the location and the home was fine for the three of us. Just difficult for eating.
5.0
This was our second time to stay. Excellent location just a short walk to beach.
5.0
The home was as listed-very clean and with lots of comfortable sleeping spaces for a family group of 7.
5.0
Needs better furniture, but other than that it was pretty great.
4.0
Good location. Good for family activities. Plumbing can be updated.
4.0
Nice beach visit
House was basically as advertised. Easy access to the beach and the deck was very nice, even in the mid afternoon. Beach was great for little kids because its shallow very far out. Kitchen was well stocked. The prior renter had done some damage but the cleaning crew handled it very well. Be aware that the table only seats four. In addition, three (or perhaps four kids) could sit at the bar. The only reason this is a 4 rating and not a 5 is that we did have a minor issues with sugar ants on the counter. There wasn’t a lot of them and it wasn’t a big problem but just enough to require vigilance. However, this should easily handled by the owner between renters.
1.0
BEWARE…Misleading and way over priced!
My mom rented this house for our family to celebrate her husband‘s 70th birthday. After arriving to the house (that is advertised as accommodating 16 people) and discussing with my mom how much she paid for this house (over $5500 for 3 nights)….I am flabbergasted.
This home is absolutely NOT for 16 people. There is in fact 16 pillows and comfortable places for 16 to sleep…. But 14 of those people have to share one super small bathroom (The other two places to sleep are upstairs with a nice spacious bathroom). Side note…. When we rented this place it was advertised as having three bathrooms (there is only two)! I would say MAX this house should only have eight people. They do not even supply you with enough toilet paper for 16 people. They left us 3 small rolls for the downstairs bathroom for 4 days/3 nights (We had to buy more). There is nowhere for everyone to sit, eat and hang out together.
The living room and kitchen is super small…. only sits 4-5 people comfortably.
The outdoor deck is amazing…. But as we were enjoying our Saturday morning coffee on the deck (the only place we could all be together), the septic tank truck pulls up to empty the tank! It was the most disgusting smell and we all wanted to throw up. When we contacted management they told us “it comes on a regular basis”! We were only there for three nights (Thursday through Sunday) so be prepared to have the nasty septic tank emptied while you’re there, if you are there on a Saturday.
The pictures make this house look insanely beautiful… but it was super janky. The entire house shakes when someone is walking up the stairs. It looks like the deck railings are about to fall off… The running joke in our family all weekend was “lipstick on a pig” because it really does look super cute in the pictures, but it is rusty & Janky up close.
There was a roach being eaten up by ants when we walked in the house…. It was in the living room under the high table in the corner.
The access to the beach is the biggest positive. It really was amazing being able to walk to the beach.
The Internet went out the last 24 hours we were there, but by that time we just didn’t even care…. We realized we rented crap!
If we only had eight people and the cost was about half… This house would’ve been worth it.
It is really hard for us to write a negative review… But we really feel like this advertisement misrepresents this home.
3.0
Spent 4th of July here with the family. The pictures are definitely not updated. House is older than the pictures posted and needs some work/ maintenance. Would be a lot nicer if they fixed it up a bit
Pros: spacious rooms and great location. Walking distance to the private beach
Cons: lots of cracks in the walls, chipped paint, roaches- saw 2 different night, beds are creaky/ sinks in the middle, communal area very small barely had enough room to walk around with 7 adults and a couple of kids, bathroom downstairs is small (masters is much bigger), and the ceiling fan light doesn't work but they do have 2 lamps in there, knives are dull- would bring your own
3.0
Nice location but needs updates
Spent 4th of July here with the family. The pictures are definitely not updated. House is older than the pictures posted and needs some work/ maintenance. Would be a lot nicer if they fixed it up a bit
Pros: spacious rooms and great location. Walking distance to the private beach
Cons: lots of cracks in the walls, chipped paint, roaches- saw 2 different night, beds are creaky/ sinks in the middle, communal area very small barely had enough room to walk around with 7 adults and a couple of kids, bathroom downstairs is small (masters is much bigger), and the ceiling fan light doesn't work but they do have 2 lamps in there, knives are dull- would bring your own
1.0
The location of this house is great. It is easy access to a great beach in a quiet and safe neighborhood but those are the only pros to this property unfortunately. Here are the cons: -
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- Advertised as three bathrooms, only has two (host changed listing when we brought this to his attention)
- Advertised with an outdoor shower, does not work and sent a handyman who reported it has not worked in awhile
- Dead Rat in the garage that has probably been here awhile and live bugs in the home
- Microwave set up in a very unsafe position and safety hazard
- Listing said it would accommodate 16 for sleeping, the house absolutely does have comfortable sleeping for 16, however the house might accommodate 8 people. There is not enough seating in the living area or enough room for 16 people to eat. (We did rent with 18 but 2 of them were in pack n plays so no need for somewhere to sleep and they were both infants and no need for a space to sit)
- No storage for 16 people
- Husbands had to do maintenance to get a working water hose to rinse sand off
- Several unsafe spots in the house such as the door jams being loose and easy to trip on (several of our people did)
- Leaking water line in dead space under carport
- Mold in the coffee maker, was told he would send a new one and never did
- Pictures on VRBO completely misrepresent the home and are photoshopped or very out of date (see attached pictures)
- Host and management company were very unwilling to accept responsibility and unaccommodating when these concerns were brought to their attention within several minutes of checking in
- Drain in down stairs bathroom had been clogged with hair. The maintenance guy did come and fix the drains with drano.
- Stove only has two working burners
- Lights in master bedroom do not work
- Half of the lights under the carport do not work
- parking we were told would accommodate 5 cars and we brought 4 in (host claims parking for 5 cars, no trucks)
Overall this was the worst experience we’ve ever had renting a house with VRBO and with a host and property management company. We will not be renting this home or any home through this host or management company again. Hopefully more people look more closely at the reviews prior to booking due to the non-refundable policy they have.
4.0
Cute clean house beautiful decorations
1.0
Worst experience we’ve had with renting a VRBO, do not recommend and will not be back.
The location of this house is great. It is easy access to a great beach in a quiet and safe neighborhood but those are the only pros to this property unfortunately. Here are the cons: -
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- Advertised as three bathrooms, only has two (host changed listing when we brought this to his attention)
- Advertised with an outdoor shower, does not work and sent a handyman who reported it has not worked in awhile
- Dead Rat in the garage that has probably been here awhile and live bugs in the home
- Microwave set up in a very unsafe position and safety hazard
- Listing said it would accommodate 16 for sleeping, the house absolutely does have comfortable sleeping for 16, however the house might accommodate 8 people. There is not enough seating in the living area or enough room for 16 people to eat. (We did rent with 18 but 2 of them were in pack n plays so no need for somewhere to sleep and they were both infants and no need for a space to sit)
- No storage for 16 people
- Husbands had to do maintenance to get a working water hose to rinse sand off
- Several unsafe spots in the house such as the door jams being loose and easy to trip on (several of our people did)
- Leaking water line in dead space under carport
- Mold in the coffee maker, was told he would send a new one and never did
- Pictures on VRBO completely misrepresent the home and are photoshopped or very out of date (see attached pictures)
- Host and management company were very unwilling to accept responsibility and unaccommodating when these concerns were brought to their attention within several minutes of checking in
- Drain in down stairs bathroom had been clogged with hair. The maintenance guy did come and fix the drains with drano.
- Stove only has two working burners
- Lights in master bedroom do not work
- Half of the lights under the carport do not work
- parking we were told would accommodate 5 cars and we brought 4 in (host claims parking for 5 cars, no trucks)
Overall this was the worst experience we’ve ever had renting a house with VRBO and with a host and property management company. We will not be renting this home or any home through this host or management company again. Hopefully more people look more closely at the reviews prior to booking due to the non-refundable policy they have.
5.0
We stay at the house only 2 nights. Very good location, the house is very comfortable we were 12 and was perfect for us.
Very smooth and cordial communication with managers.
All good.
4.0
Cute
Cute clean house beautiful decorations
5.0
We rented this cozy beach house for Mother’s Day and didn’t want to leave! The house was so close to the water on a private beach. Enough room for the entire family. The host was very communicative and accommodating. We won’t waste time looking for other houses for short getaways when this one suits our needs perfectly! Thanks for the memories…we will be back to make new ones soon!
5.0
Nice get away with friends
We stay at the house only 2 nights. Very good location, the house is very comfortable we were 12 and was perfect for us.
Very smooth and cordial communication with managers.
All good.
5.0
Spectacular stay!
We rented this cozy beach house for Mother’s Day and didn’t want to leave! The house was so close to the water on a private beach. Enough room for the entire family. The host was very communicative and accommodating. We won’t waste time looking for other houses for short getaways when this one suits our needs perfectly! Thanks for the memories…we will be back to make new ones soon!
4.0
Great
5.0
We had an awesome time! This is a great property that is literally steps away from the beach. The area is very family friendly as well. We will definitely be back and stay a little longer next time! Lol! Wonderful property. Loved it!!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Hitchcock?
The average price for a rental in Hitchcock is R 5,342 per night. This rental is R 3,040 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Stunning beach house with ocean views + large deck, just steps from the beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Stunning beach house with ocean views + large deck, just steps from the beach. Enjoy the water!
Is Stunning beach house with ocean views + large deck, just steps from the beach pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Stunning beach house with ocean views + large deck, just steps from the beach?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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