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Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14168.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Galveston, TX
  • West Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Bermuda Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Pearl - beachfront villa with wraparound deck, hot tub, & Gulf views

The Pearl

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Affectionately named The Pearl, this gorgeous raised home boasts unforgettable Gulf views. Beautifully designed with coastal-chic furniture and decor, this two-level beach home features ample outdoor entertaining space including a wraparound deck, top-floor balcony, and a patio. With a prime locale in the upscale Spanish Grant neighborhood close to town, you’ll enjoy a private beachfront location just steps from the surf and sand. Drive 3 miles to Galveston Island State Park and explore 2,000 acres of hiking trails and swimming areas. Spend a day at Moody Gardens and discover a 3D theatre, high ropes course, rainforest, and aquarium. Or take on the adrenaline-inducing slides at Schlitterbahn Water Park -- both are less than 7 miles away. Drive 3.5 miles to Seawall Blvd or explore Galveston’s historic Pleasure Pier.

Relax on a comfy sofa and collection of armchairs and watch shows on a 40-inch TV equipped with Netflix and AT&T U-verse. Whip up delectable dishes paired with a beautiful ocean view in the fully stocked kitchen, outfitted with quality stainless steel appliances and classic white subway tile backsplash. Sip morning coffee at the corner breakfast nook or at the bar. When it’s time to eat, enjoy home-cooked meals at the dining table. Simmer down in the private hot tub and soothe away those worries.

Gulf-front outdoor entertaining space is abundant; the second-level wraparound deck is furnished with five high-top Adirondack chairs, two chaise loungers, and a four-seat patio table, while the master balcony offers seating for two. Fire up the grill and dine alfresco at two patio tables. An outdoor shower is handy for rinsing off after the beach.

THINGS TO KNOW
Access to this home is via a flight of steps.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.



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.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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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 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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GVR09012

About the area

Galveston

West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, is home to this holiday home. 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 Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bermuda Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Moody Gardens - 11 min drive - 10.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's on the Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pearl - beachfront villa with wraparound deck, hot tub, & Gulf views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pearl - beachfront villa with wraparound deck, hot tub, & Gulf views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pearl - beachfront villa with wraparound deck, hot tub, & Gulf views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Pearl - beachfront villa with wraparound deck, hot tub, & Gulf views located?

Located in West End, this holiday home is steps away from Spanish Grant Beach and West Beach. Hershey Beach and Bermuda Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

7.2

Good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

7.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

6.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Melissa D.

Perfect Location!

The location was fabulous, the beach out front is quiet, and it is lovely to sit on the deck and listen to the waves.
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6/10 Okay

Carrie B.

Perfect location

If you want to wake up with the beach right in front of you, this is the place.
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8/10 Good

Randy W.

Perfect Location!!!!!!

House needs a repair man to come in and fix a lot of little things. Hot tub and sink to mention the two most important to us. We also had a small mouse problem. Other than that stuff we loved the house and the location!!!!!!
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8/10 Good

Judith B.

Great location

Loved the location with the closed access beach. Nice house with incredible views and the layout is great for a large family. The house does need a little cosmetic tlc. We were disappointed that the hot tub didn’t work. As a realtor it should not be on the listing if it is not in working order. jb
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2/10 Terrible

Greyson J.

Don’t let the pictures fool you

Very unhappy with this place. AC not working, broken swings, broken showers and left dirty it was not what we were expecting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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8/10 Good

Kristi K.

Great location, needs updates!

The location of this property cannot be beat! You are steps from the beach. I could comfortably see my kids on the beach from the house. The sunrises were outstanding. Also, the size of the place was great which was great for our 12 people. The living / kitchen was open and very spacious. You can tell this is a rental and not an air bnb as it doesn’t have the love a personal home has. The TP holders in all bathrooms were broke. Handles were broken off of dressers. A lot of junk left around, rotted deck, etc. When we arrived, one if the beds were broken, within an hour it was fixed but the frame was still too small for the bed.
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6/10 Okay

Rosemary H.

Much needed Vacation

We were super excited to go on vacation. The view and location were amazing. We had some issues with the house; and they offered us to stay elsewhere. However we had already unloaded all of our things up the stairs; and didn’t want to do it again. The AC upstairs did not work. The chairs outside had some broken boards. Also the back entrance had a board that was broken and unsafe. All in all we enjoyed our vacation and if those things were fixed it would have been perfect. I cannot stress enough how great the location and view were.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Gail P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Great location but maintenance issues with property

Too much deferred maintenance, and unusable amenities like hot tub, washing machine, and dishwasher. Some items were unsafe, including hazardous black mold in the washing machine — not fixed during our stay even though promptly reported with pictures. We requested a partial refund for our inconvenience. Too bad — this could be a great property with maintenance attention.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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6/10 Okay

Randi P.

Stairs are major safety concern

Major safety issue concern for the stairs under the deck. I was walking down with tennis shoes on and holding the railing and slipped down 6-7 steps very painfully. The moisture from the ocean makes those wooden stairs very slippery. There is no caution sign next to stairs and there should be! Also there is no way to grip your feet in the stairs. This could be easily fixed with signage and step grip stickers added to each of the steps of the stairs. These are extremely dangerous and steep. I would not recommend usage of this stairwell until these updates have been put in place. This is a major safety concern and I would not feel comfortable with my family or children using these stairs. I have massive bruising on my right arm, right leg/buttocks and back from falling on these stairs 4/17/24. The stay was pleasant other than this incident.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

James K.

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

Great but could be perfect with a few things addressed

We had a large group of 12 family members (adults & kids) stay here for 4 days (including arrival & departure days). The house accommodated our group very well and we loved the beach. We definitely enjoyed our stay. The house overall met our needs well; however, there were a few things that I feel should be mentioned. I have listed the pros & cons of our stay: Pros: -location is easy to get to -house is beach front with easy beach access -great open floor plan with large kitchen, dining and living area -wonderful private master bedroom area on top floor with balcony -beautiful large upper deck area and great lower covered area -house was clean Cons: -A/C is lacking in master bedroom area (top floor). There’s a ceiling fan and 2 extra fans provided. -Storm shutters are broken on 3 windows that look out to the beach from the main floor area. Two of them cover the windows completely so the view that we paid quite a bit to have was compromised. -windows need to be cleaned to maximize the stunning view that guests pay for -outdoor shower area is not usable and full of dirty and rusted “stuff” -hot tub was drained and full of sand, leaves, ect. For the most part these things can be corrected somewhat easily & quickly. I did call the host management company regarding the A/C issue and the broken storm shutters and they promptly responded but couldn’t get anyone out to repair the shutters during our stay. They also said they were in the process of getting a new condenser for the A/C. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this property at all once these items were addressed. It’s a beautiful house and the location is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

Hidden Gem

It was the perfect Spring Break getaway. Being footsteps to the the beach was amazing and the views incredible with perfect sunrises every morning. The master bedroom was a nice nook above just for me and my wife and my 3 adult kids loved their own rooms. There was plenty of space to spread out and relax on the deck with the great views and sounds of the waves crashing. The house itself was very clean and had obviously been updated/addressed since the negative reviews of the past. Positives: The view and location. Very little public on the beach so plenty of room to spread out on the sand and not feel cramped. The incredible hot tub (did have to figure out why it had a FLO error but reset it and it seemed to work). The updated décor and updated bathrooms. The HVAC system kept the house very comfy with no humidity in the house. The beds were very comfy. The kitchen was well supplied. Plenty of towels (beach and shower) were supplied along with little dove bar soaps. Lots of beach toys and chairs were available. An exterior HOT shower is available to wash off the sand or hot tub chlorine. Negatives: These are only suggestions and in no way would prevent me from returning in the future. Add blinds or curtains on the master bedroom French exterior doors as well as on the living room French doors. Add blinds where a few were missing on windows. Add some instructions on the exterior downstairs lighting. Add lights on the long exterior stairs (only the very bottom worked). There was no exterior lighting outside the exterior French doors (maybe just needed a new bulb). The TVs were a little weird to try to figure out. Some additional kitchen items would be oven mitts, larger skillet, griddle, maybe a drying rack. The fridge water and ice machine did not work. Bottom line we were very happy and would absolutely stay again. You can’t beat the location…..steps to the sand, minutes from Galveston’s main attractions, but hidden from the main public….just PERFECT.
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8/10 Good

Marylou B.

Wonderful view!!

We had a wonderful time! The view was incredible! House has everything you need and nice decor , but does have some dangerous holes in the deck one right outside the door to the stairs so you can't avoid it and we were disappointed that the hot tub didn't work. The house needs a little love but works great for a big family! The Cleaning crew does a great job for being right on the beach! Being Thanksgiving I should mention the stove can only be used with the pots and pans they have because of it being in induction stove, we always bring our own but we cleaned those there up and we got by, we are foodies and enjoy cooking but we did just fine. We take our family twice every year and would stay here again for this fabulous view!
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6/10 Okay

Jane S.

We had a mixed experience at the Pearl. We loved the location - right on the beach...

We had a mixed experience at the Pearl. We loved the location - right on the beach in a car free area so beach was nice and quiet. Beautiful views. The layout of the house is nice with plenty of space for our group of 11 (this part would get 5 stars) Unfortunately the kitchen wasn’t clean. The refrigerator reeked of fish - whenever you opened the door of the refrigerator the smell also wafted into the kitchen so it also smelt of fish which was really unpleasant. In general the kitchen cabinets/drawers also needed a good clean and some maintenance - cupboard door fell off hinge and tap felt off etc. The hot tub was revolting / it was half full of green water so unusable for health and safety reasons. We reported these things at the beginning of our stay and were assured that the local team would get in touch but we never heard from them (I also followed up after our stay and was again told the local team would be in touch but no contact). (This part would get 1-2 stars!)
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6/10 Okay

Sheila B.

Beautiful home & great location but not ready to rent

Lovely home and perfect location but we were the first renters and it was not ready to rent. It was clean enough but the hot tub had 2 inches of brackish water and did not work. There was no gas grill and we planned 3 of our four meals using the gas grill. With the help of a Vacasa supervisor we got the gas grill on our third evening and the hot tub was repaired, cleaned, and heated by our 4th and last day there. We had specifically rented the property because of the hot tub and were very disappointed when it wasn’t ready for our stay. The home really was beautiful and right on the beach. Lots of windows, comfortable beds. There was a built in microwave that didn’t work but they had a countertop model that worked. You couldn’t fill the coffee pots with water the night before so your coffee would be ready in the morning because you would awaken with water all over the countertop. The lean out drawer in front of the kitchen sink was missing a working hinge and would hang from one hinge if you opened it. The first floor bathroom door would not lock so forget about privacy. The house is supposed to be valued at $850,000 but the furnishings were well below standard for such a nice property. The filters for the heating and AC were missing or filthy and had to be replaced. The dryer vent outside was so full of lint it was a fire hazard and had to be cleaned. The dryer lint filter could not be pushed down all the way in it’s slot because lint buildup was blocking it and still is. One of the smoke detectors had been tampered with and was not working and had to be replaced, and some of the TV controllers had dead batteries in them. The broom we found was nearly useless it was in such bad condition and there was no dust pan. We paid $600 a night for 4 nights and they refunded us $410. Personally I think it should have been at least half because of all the inconvenience and time spent on the phone telling Vacasa about all the broken or missing items and repair and service people coming in and out during our vacation time. Oh, and some of the deck furniture needs repair as the wooden slats would fall out because the salt water rusted the screws. That’s Tetanus waiting to happen! If you are going to rent a property out it should be as advertised. It should also be in perfect working order. Disappointed in property management although Vacasa’s Supervisor, Christina, was very helpful in addressing these issues.
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6/10 Okay

Ashlynn W.

Could have been better.

The view was the best thing about this beach house. However, the hot tub was full of sand and did not work. There was a hole in the deck of the entry way of the side door. (Dangerous) And I had to call because the garbage disposal was not working. Which, they did send someone to fix but even then I wasn't impressed.

4/10 Poor

Sina C.

Liked: Check-in, location

Beautiful Location, but property is not taken care of

House sits perfectly right on the beach. That's unfortunately the only positive feedback I can give. Sadly this beautiful property is not being taken care of. Many safety concerns as previews reviews already stated, but honestly we thought by the time we get there, these things would be fixed. Especially with the 3 (!) misc. fees they add to their bookings. Hot tub isn't working but they still charged for the maintenance. When I asked for a refund for that fee, they said they can't do that. Very disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Alissa M.

Right on the beach!

I loved that we could walk out the door and within a few steps, be right on the beach! This house was great for our family getaway!

4/10 Poor

Karla W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Good and badA Vacasa

The view is spectacular. The beach is clean and welcoming. The amenities were not as promised on the posting. The communication with Vacasa was awful. Going through Vacasa verses VRBO was not a good experience. I will stick with VRBO listings only.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Michelle B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Dangerous and dirty

I found a eggs spatula along with other unwashed silverware. Deck is unsafe. Broken chair pieces everywhere. My daughter tried on one of the broken stairs and got a huge bruise. So many broken and dirty things.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Sara S.

Lovely house in a great location

The house is just a few steps from a terrific, fairly quiet stretch of beach. Beds are comfortable and there is plenty of space for a big group. We loved looking out over the sea from the spacious deck.

6/10 Okay

Victor O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Honest Review of The Pearl

The unit was very clean and the beds were comfortable and bathrooms very nice. BBQ pit didn't work. Hot tub dry with sand in it. The unit was advertised with a hot tub. Top stair step loose and dangerous. The cook top is a nightmare. Only works with a certain kind of pan. The bedroom on the left's ceiling fan doesn't work. We borrowed two fans from friends. The storm shutter looking out over the ocean from the kitchen table is also broken. The location was terrific and the deck was awesome! The unit needs some TLC. Overall worked fine for our group.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

georgina s.

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

Excelente estancia

La ubicación es maravillosa, levantarse con el ruido de las olas Del Mar es una experiencia nueva para mi y me encanto, la casa está hermosa y sentarse en el balcón a disfrutar de la vista es hermoso
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Reagan F.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed to say the least!

When we arrived, there was scattered trash all over the grass that had clearly been there a while. We contacted the management company & they were very nice. Said they were sending someone out. No one came that day…or the next day or the next! After multiple texts and calls, a truck came on the third day, picked up the trash off the ground and may have grabbed 2-3 bags (that were overflowing from the previous guests) in the bins, leaving many other bags behind. The stinch could be smelled from the top balcony. After 5 days of being there, we had no place to put our own trash. On top of that, Texas sized roaches were killed in the kitchen on day 4. We did not feel clean in this house at all, no matter how much we cleaned ourselves. Every corner had dirt/food & many things were broken including the hot tub, drawers, closet doors, outside showers, peeled paint off of walls & no batteries in any remote control! There may have been 4 rolls of toilet paper to last us a week & a tiny bottle of soap in the kitchen. Corners were cut in every aspect. On a positive note, the beds were comfortable, the bathrooms were nice & the location was good! Unless some details are tended to, I would not recommend this house to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will rent again

Loved the place. Needed wash cloths and more dish soap available. It was not pleasant that the trash was piled up from the previous occupants and it was unpleasant to enjoy the downstairs. I also thought that the downstairs porch area was not cleaned or organized. Too much outdoor furniture was broken and not usable :-( Great location and would like to rent again next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Michelle H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location. Disappointing air conditioner.

I would not recommend this property if you intend to use the upstairs master during the summer. The a/c compressor was inadequate to cool the upstairs. We were there for two nights. It was really disappointing considering how much we paid to stay at this property. The location is great, but it's Texas in the summer. The a/c needs to be updated before you can keep renting this out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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