Great family beach getaway.

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9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

Outdoor space

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Galveston, TX

Jamaica Beach7 min walk
Galveston Island State Park Beach3 min drive
Broadway6 min drive
Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)93 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

5 King Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

2nd master

Bathtub or shower

Hall Bath/laundry

Toilet

Master

Shower only

Outside Bathroom

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This amazing beach house is second row from gulf, on a cul de sac, in a quiet community perfect for families. You’re just across the street from the pristine beach. No vehicles allowed. Stunning gulf views throughout the house and deck. Spacious deck for soaking up those rays while relaxing and breathing in the sweet salt water breeze, drinking coffee or enjoying a cocktail. The beach house can accommodate 10 people. Two master bedrooms with full baths. Upstairs is our bunk room which sleeps 6 with a king bed and 2 sets of bunks. Each bedroom has flat screen television, Apple TV and DVD player. Living room is spacious with large windows that flood the space with natural light. This room also provides a small round table for game play. Living room has a flat screen television, Apple TV, and DVD player. Dining room (large table perfect for everyone to dine together) and living room is an open concept. Kitchen is spacious with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. It is well equipped to prepare and serve meals. A washer and dryer is provided for your use in the hall half bath. Below the house, you will find a bathroom and outside shower. In addition to shower there is a garden hose to wash off sand before entering house. A storage room is available to guests with sand toys, beach chairs, wagon and hammock. We provide a Weber grill and picnic table for outside dining. End your day with a nice relaxing swing under deck as the sun sets. All linens provided including a few beach towels. Free WiFi available. There is a grocery store, bar and grill, gas station, golf cart and bicycle rental within a block from the house. The Sea Wall and the Strand Historic District are 20 minute drive. Come enjoy a family get away with us..

Property manager

Almeda Niederschulte

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

All children should be supervised.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Strict no pet policy.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking on the property anywhere.

Only maximum of 10 registered guests are allowed on property unless approved prior to arrival.

Please utilize the outdoor shower or hose to rinse sand prior to house entry. No parking on the grass at any time, park driveway only or street.

Important information

You need to know

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number GVR03394

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galveston

This holiday home is located in Karankawa, a neighbourhood in Galveston, and is near theme parks. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and Moody Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Broadway and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Galveston, TX

What's nearby

Jamaica Beach - 7 min walk
Galveston Island State Park Beach - 3 min drive
Broadway - 6 min drive
Moody Gardens - 18 min drive
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 19 min drive

Getting around

Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

‪Galveston Country Club - ‬7 min drive
‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪West End Marina - ‬8 min drive
‪Hummel's General Store & Deli - ‬7 min drive
‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great family beach getaway. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great family beach getaway.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great family beach getaway.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Great family beach getaway. located?

Located in Karankawa, this family-friendly Galveston holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Jamaica Beach and Indian Beach. Galveston Island State Park Beach and Kahala Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

15 July 2023

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

Amazing little neighborhood

This house was the perfect spot for our family. 4 adults 4 kids 3-12 and one toddler. The beach access was so close to the house, and you still have an ocean view from the deck. The house was extremely well equipped with everything we needed for cooking, grilling and beach toys. We really really enjoyed our stay and would 100% stay at this house again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryann S.

30 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

we love this location and the house was perfect for our needs. It was a great vacation. We will definitely come back. Private beach access is a huge plus!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie D.

22 June 2022

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

Great Friendcation

Great property with a perfect beach location!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jim C.

15 Aug 2021

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

Family vacation

Great location, accommodated 5 adults and 2 young children. Kids stayed upstairs and would have been nice to have a door to that room. Otherwise property was favorable and positive and had what we needed for our family vacation. The downstairs ground level bathroom and shower were not working. Also AC unit went out for 3 days and nights. Property manager was great in resolving the issue as quickly as possible and keeping us updated and owners fully refunded us for 3 days.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suellen D.

23 July 2021

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

Great House with space for teens

Awesome property, close to the beach entrance, comfortable beds

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

14 July 2021

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

Great Location

Very good size house very close to the beach. Everything was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

adam A.

7 July 2021

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

Easy beach access

Great for a quiet getaway

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Klair S.

15 June 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Perfect Beach Location

This house sits one block off the beach with easy access to and from. We visited over Memorial Day weekend and this section of Jamaica Beach was not crowded at all. You are away from the public parking areas (which is where crowds tend to gather most) so it was really perfect for us. Our group of eight was very comfortable with plenty of space and everything we needed. Huge kitchen and large dinning area allowed us to cook and enjoy meals easily. The wrap around deck was perfect for relaxing with an incredible view of the beach (also could see our group from the deck so made it nice to keep an eye on everyone). Two master bedrooms (each with their own bath) and the bunk room was perfect for our four kids. This house has everything you need in the kitchen (minus blender - might have been operator error). If you like to cook I suggest bringing at least one good knife with you. Also need to bring your own beach chairs/umbrella, we rented a tent each day with chairs so this wasn't an issue. Great washer/dryer, looks brand new and was very convenient for cleaning swim gear/towels. Outdoor shower and hose made it easy to clean up after the beach each day. We really enjoyed this house and would definitely book it again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephani C.

26 Sept 2020

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

Well designed beach house

I live in Houston and have visited Galveston regularly all of my life. This house is in a great location, close enough to Galveston but far enough away for the beach to be less crowded. It's also a huge plus to our family that cars cannot drive on the beach (for the safety of our kids). We have stayed in many beach houses and really enjoyed this one overall. I am a pretty picky guest, but I would definitely stay here again. Here are my main thoughts on the house: PROS: - The house is very well designed. The two masters and bunk room w/ king sized bed upstairs could accomodate more than our 4 adults and 2 kids. The half bath downstairs would be very useful if we could have utilized it (see note). - The large dining table is really nice. - The owner has provided a wagon and beach toys, which were really useful and convenient. - The outdoor shower is equipped with hot water and really convenient! - Kitchen is large enough for a few people to be cooking/cleaning and not feel crammed. - The AC works great! Big deal in Texas, ha. - The owner communicated well with us and let us know in advance that the washing machine was not working. I packed extra clothes and towels in preparation and was glad to be notified. - We had to leave early due to Tropical Storm Beta. The owner helped us to get a refund from VRBO, which was extremely kind. (Side note: buy trip insurance if traveling here during hurricane season!) CONS: - I am not sure about the property management company, because the washing machine was left with standing water in it for weeks, which made the half bath on the main floor unusable. It smelled terrible, so we had to keep the door closed. We informed them of the issue but no attempt was made to resolve immediately (to be fair, we didn't ask or push for a resolution). I'm sure this issue will be resolved soon, but felt like it was worth noting. - The freezer door was extremely hard to open and close. The kitchen was moderately stocked, but everything was scattered all over the place and hard to find. It's' a beach house rental, so these are little things to be expected but I wanted to note them. - No pantry in the kitchen, so we had to find space for our food on counters and in cabinets. Overall I would definitely recommend this property. The layout, close beach access and amenities make for a really enjoyable time at the beach!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Highlands, Tx

12 Aug 2020

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

Best house for the price hands down

I want to say that I'm going to review this house critically but I am a picky guest. With that being said I would absolutely stay here again and none of the cons are that big of a deal. This is the best house for the money in Galveston! Pros- -Great location! Beach access is just a cross the street. Only way to get a shorter walk is to get a house on front row -House is set up nicely. Was great for 2 families with kids. Adults each had a "master suite" and kids had a bunkrook upstairs. -Quite, small neighborhood that's far enough from the hustle and bustle of the seawall but still close to restaurants and gas stations should you need something. -Comfy beds and couches! And dining table sits 8! -the beach wagon, umbrella, and chairs were very convenient. We brought our own because they're bigger and we had room but you could get by with using theirs no problem. Cons- - while it did come with cookware, it was not in good shape. I would suggest bringing your own skillet and any spatulas, peelers, good knives you might use. -about half the sand toys were broken -floors were noticeabley dirty under couches and next to fridge. Not in a gross way, they just didn't get cleaned before we got there. There was also some trash (water bottle, lighter, dryer sheets) under the bed. Some other notes- Mosquitoes were TERRIBLE once the sun went down making the deck and undernhouse pretty much unusable. I would suggest fogging your first night and lots of bug spray. The drop off from dining room to kitchen is large. Watch small children. GALVESTON PICKS UP STUFF LEFT ON THE BEACH AT NIGHT SO MAKE SURE YOU BRING IN EVERYTHING! This info would have been nice to know in advance. We stayed on the beach until midnight them were coming back very early so we left our canopy and chairs. Galveston picked them up and took them to the dump.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leah V.

22 July 2020

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

Stress free vacation

We loved the location of this property!!!! Easy beach access and wonderful views. The layout of the house was amazing! The house was well stocked and made for a stress free getaway.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adrian C.

4 July 2020

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

Great house close to the beach

House was perfect for our get away. I had a group of 8, 5 adults and 3 children under the age of 9. 3 kids my wife and I stayed upstairs it was perfect for us. Only negative was no restroom upstairs. The deck needs sanding and stain so make sure you wear sandals when walking on it. We sat on the deck enjoyed the ocean view and listening to the waves. Downstairs under the house was nice. You have a picnic table, shade and a great beeeze. Would definitely book this house again

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 May 2020

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

Excellent Vacation Spot

The house was perfect, quiet neighborhood and perfect beach location. We have 4 teenage boys with my husband and I, they loved it. My son said I think this has been my FAV place we have stayed in Galveston! We will book again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

15 July 2019

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

Galveston stay

The house was very nice, clean and close to beach. Property manager was very polite and answered all questions. Very pleased and will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

9 July 2019

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

Spacious house within walking distance of the beach

We had a group of 10 and the house was spacious enough to accommodate everyone perfectly. We enjoyed gathering on the large patio where you could look out and see the ocean. The beach was a short walk from the house which was perfect for a large group with small children. The house was very clean and offered plenty of amenities. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and would definitely book this house again!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019