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Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat

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1928 home
Totally fenced backyard with a grassy area for the 4 legged guest.
Living room
Kitchen view from dining room
Entrance to the home. Parking in driveway (2) and street parking

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8174.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Port of Galveston
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Guest

1 Queen Bed

LIving Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat

Beautiful appointed 1928 home in Galveston, Texas. 7 blocks from the beach and 3 minutes to the downtown strand. Luxury at the best. You and your family or guest will enjoy being in the center of Galveston. 3 minutes from all the fabulous restaurants and amusement places.

Property manager

David Painter

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are 6 cameras on the property recording 24/7. 1 to monitor front porch and one to monitor back deck. 4 others monitor the complete property.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR07631

About the area

Galveston

Located in Kempner Park, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Railroad Museum. Jet skiing, kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Seawall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Port of Galveston - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 4 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spot - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bubba Gump Shrimp Co - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Fish Tales - Galveston - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Brick House Tavern + Tap - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Kempner Park and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 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. 14 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

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

Place was amazing

House was amazing. Close to the beach and close everything to do in Galveston. Would recommend
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

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

Perfect house

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kory W.

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

We had a wonderful time!

The house was clean and had everything we needed. David was truly an exceptional host. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole V.

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

Beautiful home

The home is very beautiful and fit 6 very comfortably. The host was amazing and was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas W.

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

Lovely Property

Eclectic neighborhood. Nice back yard. Easy walk to beach
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun Z.

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

Ckean, nice and neat

Everything was great, the owner was nice a very helpful. The bed were comfy and clean. The home is located near the beach. It was worth the stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Esperanza H.

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

Great time!

The house is beautiful and very comfortable, the owner is a very nice person, he was always checking if we need anything. I highly recommend this property. We will be back with pleasure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Viet N.

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

Beautiful house. Perfect location

Everything about this home is warm and welcoming We really enjoyed our stay this labor day at one of your properties in Galveston. The home was well equipped, very elegant and beautifully designed inside. Cute little back yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

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

Great house

Great location close to Strand and Seawall streets. A car would probably be a must. Enough can not be said about the host. He was a wealth of information and very prompt on answering any guestions. The house was furnished like you were at home. Every possible thing you needed was furnished. I have been a VRBO user for over 15 years. And this rental is one of my best. Bill
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin h., chertsey,surrey,uk

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

EXCELLENT CHARACTER HOUSE

The house was even better than described. Lots of character inside the house. The 2 upstairs bedrooms are extremely large with their own bathrooms. The downstairs bedroom also had its own bathroom. Comfortable lounge. Kitchen with plenty of utensils. The garden was a delight to sit outside in the sunshine. Easy to park the car in the driveway. Quiet neighbourhood. Near the seawall, probably about half a mile so walkable for some. Fast and reliable wifi. Would stay here again if returning to Galveston. David was extremely easy to contact and replied quickly
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

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

Lovely property!

My family and my brothers family plan a vacation every year and this year we decided to go to Galveston from the Dallas area. We chose this property because it fit our families and was close to everything. Pictures did not do this property justice! It’s a beautiful home. Communication with owner was fantastic. He set the door code to my preference which made remembering it so much easier. The property was very clean and one of the most stocked properties we’ve ever stayed in! Everything you could ever want with every detail thought out. Living room and furniture was super cozy. Thank you for the fun spring break!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Solomon T.

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

Beautiful home at Galveston

This is a neat, clean and well designed beach home. We were two families and all of us liked this beautiful house. We had everything we needed in the house from beautiful plates and utensils to Keurig coffee maker and beautiful coffee cups which makes our stay easy and enjoyable. The two bed rooms were great, our kids liked the sleepers downstairs. We definitely would like to stay in this house when we come to Galveston again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mechele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The beautiful home had everything our group needed and more. The location was perfect for our stay as we explored Seawall & Strand the most. The best part was we could easily contact the owners & communicate with them in a timely manner. That was key for us after some “not so good “ experiences in the past. We hope to come again to this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Shreveport,

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

Beautiful updated house

Beautiful home with convenient location. Great for families or adults. They had games for kids. Cute little outdoor area for sitting or grilling. Host checked in to make sure if we needed anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by David Painter

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Languages:

English