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Coastal Artist Retreat - Family and Pet Friendly, Fenced Backyard-2/2

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Fenced Backyard
Private kitchen
Local artwork is featured
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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San Leon, TX
  • Kemah Boardwalk
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • NASA Johnson Space Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Space Center Houston
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Coastal Artist Retreat - Family and Pet Friendly, Fenced Backyard-2/2

Sparkling clean retreat centrally located in a coastal community near Galveston Bay. Take advantage of the waterfront activities on the Kemah Boardwalk or the Island of Galveston. As you step inside, you’ll be greeted by an array of original artworks curated by Ruth Burke herself. Each piece tells a story, reflecting the rich tapestry of coastal Texas life and providing an intimate glimpse into the region’s culture and history. The decor seamlessly blends contemporary design with rustic elements, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that inspires creativity and relaxation.

Step outside to discover 500 sq. ft. of private outdoor space on the front and the back porches where you can enjoy the gentle coastal breeze. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee on the patio or hosting a barbecue in the evening, watching a brilliant Texas sunset from the front or the sunrise from the back the outdoor area is perfect for soaking in the tranquil surroundings. Bicycles and outdoor yard games are provided for your enjoyment.

For our pet lovers, there is a private fenced backyard on the exterior and low maintenance hard flooring on the interior.

To ensure a comfortable stay, the retreat is equipped with modern amenities, including high-speed Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a smart TV. A dedicated workspace is also available for those who need to balance work with leisure.

Each bedroom is thoughtfully designed to provide a restful haven for guests. Plush bedding, ambient lighting, and artistic touches create a serene environment conducive to relaxation and rejuvenation

Located just a short stroll from the shimmering waters of Galveston Bay, guests can indulge in various water activities, including fishing, boating, and kayaking. The vibrant local dining scene offers an array of seafood delights, ensuring a memorable culinary experience. Nestled between League City, Kemah-Seabrook and Space Center Houston on the north and Galveston Island to the south, for exploring a variety of activities, entertainment and shopping.

For art enthusiasts, the retreat provides an exclusive opportunity to engage with Ruth Burke’s work. Guests can explore a curated selection of her pieces, each capturing the essence of coastal Texas through a unique lens. To delve deeper into her artistic journey, visit her official website:

Experience the perfect blend of art, comfort, and coastal living at the Coastal Artist’s Retreat—a haven where creativity meets tranquility.

Our home features:
Ground level with no stairs
Decorated with artistic touches and architectural details
Full size chef's kitchen
Reclining couches with push button controls.
Adjustable window coverings for natural lighting or room darkening
Plush queen size beds. Ceiling fans in the bedrooms.
On-premise parking on a double wide concrete driveway
Outdoor dining on large lighted porches
Private fenced lawn with open nature setting
Built in 2019

Our place is locally owned by artist Ruth Burke and her husband and daughters. Also of note are the UTMB, M.D. Anderson and Methodist Hospital medical centers are nearby.

Property manager

Ruth Burke
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Professional Catering available. Inquire with us.
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Pets

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

Smoking is not permitted

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Professional Catering available. Inquire with us.
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

About the area

Dickinson

Located in San Leon, a neighbourhood in Dickinson, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Kemah Boardwalk is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit NASA Johnson Space Center and Space Center Houston. Travelling with kids? Consider Bay Area Raceway and Dickinson Historic Railroad Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Leon, TX

What's nearby

  • Kemah Lighthouse District - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Kemah Boardwalk - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Clear Lake - 16 min drive - 13.9 km
  • NASA Johnson Space Center - 22 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Space Center Houston - 23 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Brisa Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gilhooley's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stomp's Burger Joint - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pier 6 - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Coastal Artist Retreat - Family and Pet Friendly, Fenced Backyard-2/2 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Coastal Artist Retreat - Family and Pet Friendly, Fenced Backyard-2/2 pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Coastal Artist Retreat - Family and Pet Friendly, Fenced Backyard-2/2?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Artist Retreat - Family and Pet Friendly, Fenced Backyard-2/2?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Coastal Artist Retreat - Family and Pet Friendly, Fenced Backyard-2/2 located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Houston Methodist Clear Lake, Kemah Boardwalk and Bay Area Raceway. Dickinson Historic Railroad Center and Kemah Lighthouse District are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

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

Just right for us

Clean, comfortable, dog friendly, safe and very close to Bayside Park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

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

Business stay

Clean, comfortable and quiet. Friendly hosts.
Stayed 43 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi R., Denton, Tx

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

Perfect Father’s Day weekend getaway

My Dad, Step Mom, husband and I and our two dogs loved the seaside cottage! Perfect accommodations for all of us- nicely decorated with all the amenities you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory H.

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

Great Rental!

This home was a great place to stay. So glad we picked it. VERY clean and in the center of everything. There were plenty restaurants to choose from. Definitely a 10 and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

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

Nice stay in San Leon, TX

Very nice home……..clean and neat, nicely decorated, well stocked with necessities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vuha T.

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

Cute little home

Very cute little home in a quiet neighborhood. The house was clean and 30 minutes away from Galveston.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Cottage

The cottage was very nice, clean and spacious. It accommodated extended family and friends. Neighborhood was very quiet and the neighbors were friendly. Would recommend this property, would stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Nice quiet neighborhood

The home was as described and the beds were comfortable. The hosts provided quick replies to any questions and were very informative when questions were posed. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

francis W.

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

Wonderful cottage

We throughly enjoyed our stay at the Seaside Cottage! Our hosts were truly kind and very helpful with any requests we had! Everything needed was in place and the house was spotless! I rate this stay as a 15 out of 10!! And encourage anyone looking to stay in San Leon to reserve with Ruth!
Stayed 33 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine J.

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

Weekend getaway

I would highly recommend this property. It was perfect for our little family get away. Well furnished and comfortable. The closed in backyard was nice for our grand children and fur baby. It was easy to get from the house to any activity we wanted to do. We would stay here again. Also, fast and easy communication with the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S., Round Rock, Texas

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

Weekend beach trip

Property was clean and exactly as shown in listing. Property owner very easy to get in contact with. Thank you Ruth!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

John B.

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

Seaside cottage

Our stay was very nice. The property was just as listed. The home was clean and well stocked upon our arrival. Only suggestion I would make is realizing that you have older guests, and therefor need a grab bar in the shower.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina A.

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

Quiet escape in San Leon, TX!

This property is in the cutest quiet neighborhood of San Leon. The house is very clean and spacious. We enjoyed sitting on the back patio in the morning to watch the birds and listen to nature. The house is a short drive to Kemah and Galveston. The local hot spots for us were Gilhooley's and Top Water Grill. The Owner Ruth was quick to respond to all initial inquiries and was very helpful with my questions. You can't go wrong staying here for a short or long term. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely quiet home

Three if us had a family reunion to attend nearby and this was a peaceful and restful home for us to sleep in and have coffee in the mornings. It is on a very quiet street of other nice homes. The house has been decorated so well and has top of the line fixtures and amenities. Impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rita C.

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

Vitamin Sea weeke d

We enjoyed our long weekend getaway! Our first time in San Leon and it was great. This rental had lots of “extras” that made our stay comfortable and relaxing. The location was remote yet easily accessible to all attractions and local food places. Comfortable beds and linens helped us relax after exploring the area all day. While cozy enough for our small family, we appreciate the fenced yard and quiet atmosphere . We look forward to our next adventure to the area as we look make our move to the Texas coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

LaMarriol S., Austin, USA

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

Clean & Cozy

Nice cottage - both the exterior and interior of the property were clean. Neighborhood was relatively quiet and was not far from the Kemah Boardwalk and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

JULI R.

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

Perfect location

This home was in a perfect location for activities we had planned with grandkids (4 & 7). We scheduled trip to Houstin Area for Dig World and the zoo for Sun. Monday we went ti Nasa and Kemah Boardwalk, Wed was Galveston and the beach. When we arrived back at our Vaca home we sat on back porch and enjoyed the private backyard while enjoying yard games provided by host. Kitchen was fully stocked with any and all utensils needed (even a "tool" drawer) like I have at home. This home was perfect for us. My rate is 10+
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ruth Burke

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About
My husband and I are long time residents of the area. I love the water and nature. I am a professional photographer and author. I enjoy meeting new people and sharing my experiences about the area. Enjoy my local historic photos and nature scenes at RuthBurkeArt.com
We manage this property with our daughter, Nicole. We live in the Galveston Bay Area and are quickly available by text or call.

Why they chose this property

This is a lovely 2 year old property that was recently purchased by our daughters. It instantly welcomes you with a sunny open living kitchen with high ceilings appointed with crown molding, stainless appliances and granite countertops. Large covered porches on the front and back with lighting invite outdoor lounging, dining and entertaining. Fenced private backyard is perfect for outdoor games, pets and children. A real country view overlooking a barn and trees beyond the fence!

What makes this property unique

Easy access with front driveway parking, no stairs inside or out and comfortable lounge reclining couches. A real chef's kitchen. Well lighted open living dining area with French doors that open to the back patio. The back bedroom also has French doors that open to the back patio. Just an easy comfortable home.

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests