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Sunny, dog-friendly retreat with furnished deck - walk to the beach

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
TV, DVD player, video library
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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Galveston, TX
  • Pirate's Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Palm Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Jamaica Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Sunny, dog-friendly retreat with furnished deck - walk to the beach

Blue Curlew

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Located just a quick, three-minute walk from the beach, this charming, dog-friendly home in Galveston, TX, is the ideal getaway for family vacations or trips with friends. The bright, sunlit living spaces create a welcoming atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The well-equipped kitchen makes meal prep a breeze, and the dining table for six is perfect for enjoying meals together. Step outside and walk downstairs to where a gas grill awaits under the home, perfect for al fresco dining, or unwind on the porch swing as you soak in the refreshing coastal breeze and stunning Texas sunsets.

The property is situated on a spacious grassy lot with a fenced backyard, providing a safe and fun space for the kids and furry friends to run and play freely. After a fun-filled day at the beach, rinse off in the convenient outdoor shower before settling in for a cozy evening indoors.

With nearby attractions like Galveston Island State Park, Moody Gardens, and the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, you’ll have plenty of activities to explore. Casual dining is just a short drive away, and there’s a supermarket located only four miles from the house for easy access to necessities.

Additional amenities such as a sofa bed, washer/dryer, central AC, and high-speed internet ensure comfort throughout your stay. Whether you're looking to unwind on the beach, enjoy the local attractions, or simply relax in a peaceful setting, this Galveston getaway has everything you need. Book now and start planning your perfect beach retreat!

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Pirate's Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a water park and laundry facilities. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 14 minutes by car from Moody Gardens and 15 minutes from Galveston Seawall
This vacation home offers its guests a water park. Public spaces have free WiFi. This vacation home also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 25 lbs each.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, 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 GVR13796

Property is also known as

52488

Sunny, dog-friendly retreat with furnished deck - walk to the beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bianca G., Houston, TX

A perfect little getaway

Pros: Check in was a breeze and the property is exactly as pictured! A very cute place to stay with a short walk to the beach. However if you'd rather drive, there's limited parking in the grass by the beach entrance. The outdoor shower was a life saver! It has a handheld shower head so it was really convenient. Not specified on the listing is the fact that the small bed has a trundle mattress in it so there's actually 4 beds total and there were plenty of linens for us to use. The kitchen is stocked with basic cookware, toaster, plates, mugs, Keurig and regular coffee pot. It was perfect for our brief beach escape! Cons: We noticed a beach wagon and boogy boards in the lower level storage but it was not accessible. I messaged the host asking if that was supposed to be available to us but they never responded. The floor was gritty and there were 4 dead/dieing roaches so it didn't feel very clean at first. I know it's a "beach" house so sand should be expected, but it really seemed like the floor wasn't swept. I appreciated that the roaches weren't actively running around so at least they have good pest control addressing the issue. There were no instructions for checking out so that made me nervous. Some homes specify "Enjoy your vacation, there's no check out instructions". I think having something like that would put others minds at ease.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra B., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Great place to stay, close to the beach and with lots of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Jason L.

It’s just ok but far from wonderful.

The inside of the property is clean and reasonably well furnished. No complaints about the quality of appointments or supplies. It should be noted that the outside of the home isn’t well maintained. The grass driveway has weeds almost 2 feet tall and mounds of ants everywhere. Watch where you step. This also leads to mosquito problems. They are bad and then make it inside. It’s likely partly attributable to the area, but they are definitely worse due to the unkempt nature of the yard. The maintenance company doesn’t respond to early check in requests and the check out time is 10am. Yes that’s advertised but notably earlier than any hotel or many other properties. Be ready to hit the road early. It wasn’t a horrible experience but not the kid. Of property where you’ll be saying “I’ll stay there again.”
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaydee N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family home

This house was perfect for our family. It had all the necessities needed to make the stay comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Neighborhood

The property was nice, our only complaint was the fire ant mounds all over the parking area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Andrea M.

Cute house in a quiet neighborhood close to the beach.

House was cute and perfect size for our small group. House advertises Queen beds but they are Double/Full size beds. They were comfortable but smaller than advertised. Sheets and bathrooms were clean but refrigerator drawers need cleaned and stove top definitely has not been cleaned well for a while. Also, large burners do not sit flat. I think the pans are the wrong size so you have to cook on a slant. We found a dirty diaper under the bedroom ottoman and trash under bed so it’s obvious they are doing the bare minimum cleaning between quests. None of it ruined our trip but the smaller beds might be an issue for some people and the dirty stove made everything in the kitchen feel dirty to me. I emailed this info along with a question and they answered my question but didn’t address these issues at all. AC is always a concern of mine when renting, but no worries here. AC works great.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Little Getaway

We had a wonderful time. The house is so clean and furnished with everything we needed. Will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021