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8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20210 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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Galveston, TX
  • Terramar Beach
    10 min walk
  • Sea Isle Beach
    17 min walk
  • San Luis Beach
    5 min drive
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    28 min drive

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

Casa Palmera-Terramar Canal Front home w/Pool, Dog Friendly,kayaks/pdlebrd/canoe

** The Board has determined that the pool will remain open through October 31st.
THE POOL WILL CLOSE AT 6:30PM each day. **

** Hockey table for guests to use and enjoy!

Guests are welcome to use our 2 ten ft kayaks (each has a 275-lb capacity) ten ft paddleboard (has a 230-lb capacity) and Canoe (3 people). **

I accept the same-day booking and arrival date. (ask the owner for a quote)

PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTES. PER-NIGHT RATES MAY INCREASE OR DECREASE BASED ON THE LENGTH OF STAY, NUMBER OF PEOPLE, SPECIAL EVENTS, HOLIDAYS, OR LAST-MINUTE DISCOUNTS. – THANK YOU.

This 5-bedroom, 3-bath (sleep 20 comfortably), 2258 sq ft waterfront vacation home sits on the beautiful Cuadro Canal in the desirable Terramar Beach Subdivision and offers easy proximity to both the Bay and the Beach. It is about 5 min walk to the Terramar Community Swimming Pool, Pavilion, Boat Ramp Launch, and Pier.

A big and spacious (6W x 10L x 6H) dog fence/kennel is available. The dock ladder is available for easy access to water. The fishing table can be used for your fish catch.

It has a new fully equipped kitchen with ample counter space, kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a 9.5 ft x 3.5 ft kitchen island. The big dining room table and big kitchen island on the main floor can sit 16 people. The Master bedroom and kitchen open up to a wrap-around deck. The front deck has a view of the bay while the back deck is a canal waterfront where the family spends time fishing or hanging out. Ground Floor has Gameroom and 55" Smart TV, 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a Foosball table, a Hockey table, and a Shuffleboard. A dedicated study table (inside each of the 2 bedrooms) that can be used as a dining table if needed.

Bedrooms:
The Master bedroom (main floor) has a king-size bed (sleep 2).
2nd bedroom (main floor) has king size bed and a twin over twin bunk bed (sleep 4).
3rd bedroom (main floor) has a King Bed and Twin Captain’s Bed with Trundle Bed with 3 Storage Drawers (sleep 4).
The living room (main floor) has a queen sofa bed (sleep 2).

4th bedroom (ground floor) has a twin over full bunk (sleep 3).
5th bedroom (ground floor) has a twin over full bunk (sleep 3).
The Game room/Living room (ground floor) has a queen sofa bed (sleep 2).

Bathrooms:
Full bathroom (main floor) - inside the Master bathroom has 3 vanities.
2nd bathroom (main floor) – It can be accessed from the living area but has a privacy door that can be closed to make it a private bedroom for the 2nd bedroom.
3rd bathroom (ground floor).

Gameroom:
Ground floor, with central A.C. portable heater, has 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, living area that has a queen sofa bed, and a Gameroom (has a Foosball table, a Hockey table, and a Shuffleboard) that can be used to hang out while playing or watching TV (it has 55-inch smart tv).

Location: Terramar Beach community in Galveston, Texas

WIFI: High-speed WIFI is available throughout the home.

TV: We provide 5 Smart TVs (70" in the living room, 55" inside the master bedroom, 50" inside the other 2 bedrooms on the main floor, and 55" TV in the ground floor Gameroom/living room). Guests are welcome to log into their own Amazon Prime, Netflix, or other streaming service apps.

Water Toys: Kayaks, paddleboard, and our old canoe may be used by the guest (4 life vests, 3 kayak paddles, and 1 paddleboard paddle are available for guests to use). They need to be returned in their racks and toy box before guests depart.

Community Amenities: With provided keys, guests have access to the community pool, as well as the community boat launch ramp with a fishing pier, and a basin and dredged navigation channel extending to West Galveston Bay. These keys may be requested from the owner and will require a $200 refundable deposit which will be returned upon verification of return.
Terramar Beach Pool dates: The pool will be open daily from May 1 - September 30. It will be closed on Tuesdays for cleaning.
Hours: 10:00 A.M. to 7:30 P.M.

Beach Access: The beach on the Gulf may be reached (2 min drive or 9 min walk) from the Terramar Beach main entrance at the end of Terramar Drive, or across any of the three public walkovers.

Pet Policy: With prior approval, up to 2 dogs are welcome for an additional $250 non-refundable pet fee. 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.

Age requirement: Responsible party should be at least 25 years of age to book and must occupy the property at all times.

Other Things to Note: The ground-level bedrooms/bathroom/Gameroom is attached to the main house. There are interior stairs (with rails) that can be used to go down the ground floor. It has a privacy door that can be locked to make the main floor private to the ground floor or vice versa.

Guest Access: You’ll have access to the entire property, including parking for up to four cars (2 on each driveway). Guests are not allowed access to the attached garage and the 2nd level back deck. The fireplace is not allowed to be used. No exemptions.

Close proximity to the Galveston City Center for historic architecture tours, museums, as well as arts and entertainment. (for example, Pleasure Pier, Moody Garden, Schlitterbahn water park, Flight Museum, Sea Wolf Park, Galveston historic Strand District, and much more).

Take the kayaks/paddleboard/canoe for a spin on the canal from you’re covered boat area below the deck.
Boat owners and fishing fanatics - bring your gear and fish right from your private dock. Bring your boat and you’ll have a safe spot to dock and launch from.
Cuadro Canal opens to the Terramar Navigation Channel, which opens to West Galveston Bay. Galveston Bay and San Luis Pass are well known for the best fishing in the Galveston area and as two of the top fishing spots on all of the Texas Coast.
Please also visit the nearby pavilion.

The owner requires a signed rental agreement.

Note: No sheet set will be provided for the ground floor pulled-out queen Sofa bed. The pulled-out Sofa bed (with the sheet provided) is for use only if the number of guests is more than 18 people.

AMENITIES:
• Boat Launch, Pier, Pavilion
• Open wrapped around Deck
• Parking For 4 Cars
• Outdoor Dining, bench, chairs
• 6W x 12L x 6H dog fence kennel
• A big and spacious Dog fence/kennel
• Dock ladder, Fishing table
• Water toys such as Kayaks (each has 275-lb capacity), paddleboards (has 230-lb capacity), and canoes (3 people), 4 life vests, 4 paddles are available for guests to use
• Subdivision Pool
• Washer/Dryer
• WIFI Internet
• Central Air and Heat
• Microwave
• Charcoal BBQ Grill
• Dishwasher
• 5 Smart TVs (3 in the main floor bedrooms, 1 in the family/living room, 1 in-ground floor Gameroom)
•Hockey table, Foosball table, Shuffleboard table, and Cornhole boards

** If you need a beach house in Galveston TX, we have a second row with a Beachfront view of 3 bedrooms, 2 bath beach house in the Sea Isle subdivision (max of 14 guests).

** If you need a beach house in Jamaica Beach/Galveston TX, we have 4 bedrooms, 3 bath beach house in Jamaica Beach (max of 10 guests).

**For smaller rental in Galveston TX, (max of 6 guests) 1 bedroom Seascape beachfront condo

** If you need a beach house in Galveston TX, we have a 4 bedrooms, 2 baths beach house in the Sea Isle subdivision (max of 18 guests). ***

**For Eagle Mountain Lakefront house (DFW area), I have a 3-bedroom 2.5 baths lakefront house (max of 13 guests)

Sea Isle, Terramar beach, Beachfront, waterfront, canalfront, oceanfront, beach view, beach front, water front, ocean front, canal front, beach view, canal view, WIFI, internet, Allows pets, jamaica beach
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Terramar Beach. Features include an outdoor pool, a water park, and an arcade/game room. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the outdoor pool
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 10 minutes by foot from Terramar Beach and a 2-minute drive from Sea Isle Beach
This vacation home offers its guests a water park and an outdoor pool. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly vacation home.

Property manager

Maria Madigan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Table football
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2258 sq ft (210 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Quiet hours from 10pm-7am
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number GVR06867

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Casa Palmera-Terramar Canal Front home w/Pool, Dog Friendly,kayaks/pdlebrd/canoe Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 14 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

shuntel N.

Disliked: Cleanliness
My stay
The pictures on the site is not what the house actually looks like, the house had an old smell to it. The house needs to be repaired and updated.. place need to be remodeled badly! I will not book again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Leticia C.

The Good and the Bad
I orchestrated a weekend stay for my extended family of 15. The good: house had games so the kids never got bored, the canal was also a good source of entertainment for the children, we fished, caught crabs. The beds were comfortable, It was raining so we weren't able to take advantage of the kayak but the kids were ready!!! The owner was very responsive. The community pool was nice since the beach didn't look good during our stay. The bad: First, there is a fee if there are more than 12 people (be aware) I was instructed to venmo (anything outside of VBRO makes me apprehensive) I paid the fee- this was first time for me to have such a large amount of people going. Three days before the planned trip I had a family member cancel. I reached out to the owner and and informed there was that the fee was non-refundable. Second, The house has a smell almost like mildew, the smell stuck to clothes after the weekend had to wash everything twice. There is a $200 fee for the pool key (to be paid by venmo)- you get $25 back. Third, there were so many rules, if I get the oven dirty I would be charged. I understand the need for clean, but the home was not immaculate by any means. There was scuff marks on the walls, dirt in some of the corners. It would not be that much of a bother if the rental agreement I had to sign I was told to make sure I put everything back as pictured. I would probably not stay here again which makes me sad because staying on the canal was a nice change
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space and amenities!
Loved the room in the house! Plenty of bedrooms and beds. Two areas to hang out plus a good deck. Lots of things for the kids to do including kayaks, paddle board, air hockey, fooseball, and shuffleboard. Kids were also able to fish in the canal. Good location, clean neighborhood, close to the beach. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Terramar Beach
My family stayed at Terramar Beach for a short spring break get-away. The house was great for our needs with plenty of space to spread out. The kayaks and paddle board were great and we loved the easy accress to the canal and the pleasant walk to the beach. Found everything we needed to make our stay comfortable there,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

George K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time Flexibility
Not sure how all of this works, but VRBO does not have any flexibility on check in times and check out times.......even when there is no bookings before or after the weekend rentals. Next time, I will look at booking direct with renters and not go through a major company
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William S., Seabrook

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely loved this place!
We rented this property to celebrate our Wedding Anniversary and brought our adult children and grandchildren. The communication with the manager was excellent, she was very quick to respond to emails, checking in was very simple, the home was very clean and well equipped dishes, towels, coffee pot, etc. all of us had a blast fishing and kayaking in the canal. It’s a very short walk to the beach which we also enjoyed! And the neighborhood is very quiet and enjoyable, I would definitely recommend this place for any family get together. You won’t be disappointed!!!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Robert S., Grand Prairie/ TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The house was clean with plenty of towels & linens. Very spacious rooms. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lindsay J.

A perfectly adequate stay
The location of this house makes up for other shortcomings. We loved the canal access and quick drive to the beach. Fishing, kayaking, and canoeing were really fun, as were the fooseball and shuffleboard downstairs. It was nice to have something other than just the beach as an activity. It’s definitely a fixer upper and the owners have done a decent job but with some of the other newer homes around, it seems like it could be updated a little more and the updates be done a little better (paint splatter on tile in downstairs bathroom, doors aren’t completely painted, etc) and the deck/porch/balcony is dilapidated. When we arrived the grass was very overgrown and the yard is full of stickers (our poor pup had them all in his hair); the landscapers came on Sunday morning and did not seem to care that were loading cars or getting the kayaks in the water, they just kept mowing and blowing the grass. Kitchen is missing some essentials (at least for us as we planned to stay in and cook). There weren’t any cookie sheets, no hand mixer or whisk, cheese grater (we left one), or corkscrew. There was only 1 dish towel and no cleaning supplies like Clorox wipes or cleaning spray. The description says sleeps 20 comfortably but that is a stretch, we ended up with 14, instead of our original 18, and we were glad as the 18 would have been difficult and tight. All in all it was just what we needed for a quick weekend getaway. Everyone had a good time and it really was a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and amenities
Let me start by sharing all the GREAT things. First, the house is located in a great subdivision. It was far away from the seawall that you don't get the traffic or the noise. Second, it was close to the front of the neighborhood. Third, it was located RIGHT next to the park, pavilion, and community pool. All within walking distance (like 1-2 minutes). Next, the house has the canal in the back so you can jump in the water AND they provide 2 kayaks (heavy duty), a paddleboard, and a canoe! That was a selling point for me!! You can't use the canoe while using kayaks or paddleboard (no extra paddles). The house is close to Seven Seas grocery store and another gas station. Go eat at Shrimp N Stuff food truck. Their food was yummy! Back to the house - the owner left trash bags and dishwasher pods. The house came with 2 rolls of TP in each bathroom along with towels. It was nice the house came with a W/D and detergent so you can wash towels. Bring extra detergent and softener if you plan to wash. The BBQ pit came in handy. Bring extra tailgate chairs if you want to hang out on the deck and fish. Now, for the things that could have been better. For the size of people the house accommodates they need a MUCH BIGGER fridgerator. It is very small and there is space for a bigger fridge. Not all outlets appeared to work. The dishes in the house were not all clean and some restrooms could have been cleaner. There is no dustpan only a worn out broom. You have to pick up stuff with a makeshift scoop or a broken vacuum cleaner. The downstairs outdoor patio lights didn't all work. So, we all had to cram onto the one side to fish by the lights that were working. There could be more comfortable seating in the living room for everyone to watch a movie/tv. Lastly, there could be something installed to soak up moisture in the house. Each morning we woke up the kitchen (particularly) was extremely damp. We had to wipe off containers, boxes, floors, and some food items. That was a bit inconvenient. I understand our location to the water, but that has never been an issue at past beach houses where I've stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina S., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family stay
We stayed with 19 people and there was more than enough space. We were not all right on top of one another and really got to get comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zandra E., Sugar Land

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break 2022
Our family and our friends family had a blast at the Terramar house. Plenty of room for all of us and our 2 dogs. We fished a lot, and thoroughly enjoyed being on the canal. The kids had a blast with the kayaks and we brought our golf cart to take around to the beach. The weather was cold and it did rain one of the days we were there but it didn’t stop the fun. We even had a big crawfish boil. We absolutely loved it and wished we could’ve stayed longer. Thank you Maria for such a wonderful getaway 💗
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Access to Beach and Canal/Bay
We had a wonderful stay at Maria's Terramar Beach property. The home is very clean with plenty of room to spread out. It is a lovely little community, the home sits right on the canal, and the beach is 2 minutes away by car. The beach is clean and we all had fun playing in the waves. It was a perfect place for my extended family - mom, five siblings, and a few adult kids. The kayaks and paddle board were so much fun that we didn't even get the canoe out. We drove into Galveston city and had dinner one night and take out pizza another. I definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Octavio V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very fun family stay
The house is full of details that makes a family gathering a very fun experience. The place is very spacious, allowing privacy for the different age groups and also allowing group activities as well. The marina is beautiful, and is great for fishing, canoeing or kayaking (included in the house) or just enjoying the view. The furniture is very comfortable and is very well equipped with all your needs during the stay. When we arrived there was an insignificant incident beyond the owners control, however the communication was excellent and it was taken care of immediately. I recommend this house and the administrators, they truly go out of their way to make sure your stay is a pleasant and very fun one.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

watson s.

Disliked: Cleanliness
VRBO GALVESTON TX NIGHTMARE RUN !!! hazards. electrical, hvac, covid 19
The overall condition of the property is dilapidated. This was by far the worse property I have ever stayed at. This beach house was located on a canal that was a breeding ground for flies, gnats, and TEXAS SIZED MOSQUITOS. However, the flies were the main problem due to both their aggressiveness and their overwhelming numbers. It was biblical. (a s@!t load of flies) Furthermore, the only things really new in the house where the electronics. The overall condition of the house was terrible. This VRBO platform doesn't allow me to upload pictures. A picture is worth a 1000 words; and words can't describe not only the safety hazards at this property, but the run down condition of it as well. The concrete foundation has cracked so bad in the back of the house, by the canal that the wall of the back of the house on the top floor is about 1.5-2 inches lower than the rest of the floor. If you can picture the back of the house sagging. I'm no structural engineer, but when the crown molding has cracks on the top of the wall that usually is an indicator of a foundation issue; I stayed here June 21-25, 2021 .The pictures of the property are misleading. but in hopes that the owner will make the much needed repairs to the property to make it safer, cleaner, and a more pleasant experince for future guests.: VRBO GALVESTON TX NIGHTMARE RUN !!! Casa Palmera-Terramar Canal Front home I'm a hard working, tax paying, 49 year old, college graduate, married for 24 years and proud father of 3 beautiful daughters. I'm old school, conservative, Christian and God fearing. I have an unapologetic sheep dog mentality for ALL. If you do better than we do better. I'm not a fan of uploading my life to the internet This is the one exception to that rule. In order to truly understand the gravity of the poor condition of this property you need to see proof. I'll let you the VRBO community be the judge. You have been warned. In short, I performed a whole house treatment with a commercial flying insect bait that I got from one of my church members. All the flies were dead the next day. I can't decribe the overwhelming swarms of "canal" flies. Also, The ac broke. Rather than the owner/host calling out a 24hr tech, I worked with the host. I ended up fixing it, Sheepdog. I also cut myself on the worn deck. VRBO agrees I should get a refund. The owner wont comply, she has ignored all their requests to refund my money. SAD SAD SAD
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021