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Beautiful Canal House in the heart of Christmas Bay

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A multi-level waterfront house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a flag.
An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, seating, and a view of a house across a water body.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a central island with stools, and a chandelier.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a chandelier.
A spacious living room with a dining area, a ceiling fan, a television, and a large window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Follets Island Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Freeport, TX
  • Place, Follets Island Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Surfside Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Quintana Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room

3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

First Mate

1 Queen Bed

Master (Upstairs)

1 King Bed

Second Mate

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Canal House in the heart of Christmas Bay

Our home El Cerito Place, is located in the quiet Key Largo sub-division. El Cerito Place is located 9 miles east of Freeport, TX and 6 miles west of San Luis Pass. This 2000sq ft home sleeps 10 comfortably with 4 bedrooms/3 baths, fully furnished kitchen and 3 spacious decks to enjoy the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets.

You will enjoy walking out the back door and enjoy fishing and crabbing off the dock with boat house and full access to Christmas, Drum, Bastrop and West Bays for excellent trout, redfish and flounder fishing. There is excellent wade fishing and kayak fishing throughout the bay system.

The subdivision has a boat ramp and you have full access to docking your boat as needed. Just across the Bluewater Highway less 1 minute away, you can enjoy the expansive and peaceful beaches of Texas.

This is a family friendly home and great environment to getaway for a few days of fishing or just relaxing on the beach with your family or friends. There is something for everyone to enjoy in all the Texas coast has to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
We encourage family events but nothing out of hand
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please don’t throw butts in the yard.
We will not rent to prom parties as there is too much liability. Please do not ask.
No parking or driving in front yard. The septic system is in the front yard and it stays wet. You break.. you buy.
No parking on the small concrete pad in front of the garage. There is plenty of parking in the driveway or on the side of the road.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1831593vb
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
Note from host: We encourage family events but nothing out of hand
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
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 Freeport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Quintana Xeriscape Nature Reserve and Follets Island Beach, while Freeport Historical Museum and Brazos Heritage Museum are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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Freeport, TX

What's nearby

  • Follets Island Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Surfside Beach - 7 min drive - 11.5 km
  • San Luis Beach - 9 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Port of Freeport - 28 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Quintana Beach - 33 min drive - 35.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Double A's BBQ - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Andrew's Stuck Car - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Canal House in the heart of Christmas Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Canal House in the heart of Christmas Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Canal House in the heart of Christmas Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Canal House in the heart of Christmas Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Canal House in the heart of Christmas Bay located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Follets Island Beach and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Follets Island. Surfside Beach and San Luis Pass County Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and appreciated the excellent communication from the host. We plan to return again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot on the bay

Great views of the bay and not far from beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

My family and I enjoyed our stay. The house is on a canal in an area that very quiet. We fished from the dock, it is very clean and would recommend this place for any getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was beautiful and well kept. Fishing was really nice and the views were amazing. Host was very responsive and accommodating. Will definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! Beautiful home and thank you for letting us stay! Caught lots of fish!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Beach House

The stay was awesome. This house had amazing views of the bay, and you could stilld hear the beach. The bedrooms were a nice size, and there were 3 bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING VIEWS

HOUSE WAS GREAT VERY CLEAN AND VERY CUTE!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2020
Thanks for the positive review Julie. You were great guests and welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Amazing house and location, loved it here would def rent again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heavens Door

Our weekend at the beach house was unforgettable! The location was absolutely perfect, offering breathtaking views and serene surroundings. Fishing was fantastic, and the incredible scenery made every moment more enjoyable. A true gem—highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Trip!

Enjoyed our stay! The accommodations were extremely nice and what we really liked was the seclusion that it offered. The house is away from Surfside and Treasure Island which means that there is a lot of privacy. The house was fully stocked. Tremendous vacation and we will stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2020
are so happy your family enjoyed your stay. You guys were awesome guests and look forward to hosting you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Weekend with Family

We loved this beautiful house on the canal. It was comfortably furnished with everything we could possibly need. The deck was perfect for fishing in the canal. We enjoyed watching the fish in the green light at night. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing home, clean and private

The home was beautifully decorated and immaculately clean. It had everything we needed, and the owner responded immediately if we had any questions or needed anything (there wasn't much!). Wifi worked great, beach was less than a minute away, and we could fish right off the dock. It was wonderful for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2020
Thanks for the kind review Cindy. Your family were great guests and left our home in excellent condition. We are glad to share our little slice in paradise with your family. We welcome you guys back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was by far one of our favorite stays in Freeport. We come down every year for my daughters birthday and this house was a hit. Mike is very helpful and quick to respond. The house was clean, very well put together, and in a great location. We even brought a fishing boat down for the weekend and had complete ease of use and set up near the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

The house was beautiful and comfortable, very nicely appointed. We all had a great time, fishing and hanging out. Our host responded quickly to any questions we had about the property. We will definitely book again, and bring the boat. Mother Nature just didn’t have it her plans this trip. Overall great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

This property was beautiful and amazing! We had everything we needed to be comfortable and have a relaxing weekend. The wind even slowed down enough for us to fish. Just wish we could have caught something edible to try out the grill! We stay at Surfside and Bolivar regularly and this has been our favorite place! We will definitely be renting again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov, 2022
Appreciate the kind feedback Alaina and glad you enjoyed your stay. Look forward to having you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break Fun and Fishing

We had a wonderful time at the house. It was very clean and beautifully decorated. The dooorplan was perfect for a big crowd and the beds and bedding were very comfortable. Great location for beach access and direct fishing access! I was sad to leave. The only recommendation I may have is that It would have been nice to have additional outdoor seating on the upstairs deck. The deck was large and beautiful, but there was little seating. Other than that, it honestly was perfect for all!!!! I will miss waking up to those sunrises!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property! We had a blast and loved that there was so much to do here, with the bay so close by. Can’t wait to come back!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute and clean

We really enjoyed our stay! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home!

Very well appointed home you can tell the owners take great pride in it. The cookie sheets and washcloths were the only thing lacking, nevertheless it was a great property and certainly was enjoyed We spent most days downstairs in the shade of the boat house and enjoy the breeze, it was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spot for Relaxation

I loved that this home was away from the jetties yet still close to the beach. My family and I had a blast crabbing and fishing down stairs at the dock. (The views from the upstairs deck are incredible) The owners were so responsive and accommodating. We hope to visit again soon! Thanks Mike and Jamie.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Beautiful well appointed property. Easy access to both the beach and bay with stunning views of both. We found fun things to do in both Galveston and Freeport. Owners were very accommodating to a special request. Would definately book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING!

This was our second time staying at this property and we brought friends with us this time. Everybody from the adults to the kids are already asking to go back again next year! There is plenty of room to spread out. The kitchen and supplies were amazing to cook so many meals in. Caught some crab. Did some fishing off the dock. So close to the beach! Even their next door neighbors are amazing and gave us some lures to fish with. The owner is super responsive as well. Definitely a one in a million type place. Can’t wait for our third stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pre-summer getaway

Perfect location, access to bay and the beach! 2 decks to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. Check in was convenient and accommodated check out. Easy launch of our jetski, caught crabs, catfish. House was better than pictured. Great weekend with family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break City Escape

Amazing property in the perfect location. We travel to the area several times a year to relax with grandparents and life long family friends, and the entire group vote this one as the most comfortable property yet. Everything is as described, the house is spacious, comfortable and the kitchen was perfect for cooking meals on site without being left out of the conversations. We did have some pretty big north winds blow through the night of our arrival but once the water returned to normal levels we were able to fish right off the dock with success. Mike the owner was available to us for whatever we needed and we really appreciated his communications. Thank you for the perfect trip, we look forward to visiting your property again soon. The Foxes
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

The pictures do not to this house justice... it is even more amazing in person. Owners are fantastic as well. Beach access is minutes away by car. If you are fanatical about fishing like I am I would advise renting kayaks or bringing a boat. Crabbing was great fun for the kids off the dock though. Great place with fantastic owners. 5 stars all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

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