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Welcome to Herons Nest! - Your perfect family vacation is waiting for you at Herons Nest! Book today!
Jamaica Beach Charm - The only agenda here is to relax and have a great time.
Spacious Living Room - Large comfortable couches, a flat screen TV, and ceiling fan so you can enjoy your evenings with family and lots of breathing space.
Stretch Out and Relax! - Afternoon nap? Why not?! You are on vacation after all!
Can't Decide If You Want to Eat or Watch a Movie? - You don't have to here, The open floor plan allows you to do both!

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8108.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Jamaica Beach, TX
  • Jamaica Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Palm Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Broadway
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Bathroom

2nd Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Heron's Nest | On Canal, Boat Slip Access!

Heron’s Nest is a charming canal-front retreat in Jamaica Beach, Texas, offering the perfect escape for those who love waterfront views and outdoor relaxation. Nestled in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods on the island, this three-bedroom, two-bath home comfortably accommodates up to eight guests, making it ideal for family vacations, fishing getaways, or a peaceful retreat with friends.

Step outside and soak in the breathtaking water views from the expansive deck, which extends directly over the canal. Whether you prefer lounging in the covered seating area or basking in the sun on the open-air deck, this space is perfect for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or simply enjoying the gentle breeze. Fishing enthusiasts will love the boat dock, providing direct water access, while the fenced yard, swing, and dual charcoal and propane grills make outdoor entertaining effortless. Guests can also take advantage of Jamaica Beach’s community pool, private marina, and boat ramp, just minutes away.

Inside, Heron’s Nest blends modern comfort with coastal charm. The primary bedroom features a king-sized bed, TV, and a newly renovated en suite bathroom with a deep soaking tub and Bluetooth speaker, perfect for unwinding after a day on the water. The second bedroom offers a queen-sized bed, while the third has two twin beds, ideal for kids or extra guests. A second fully remodeled bathroom features a spacious walk-in shower with a rain showerhead and Bluetooth speaker, adding a touch of luxury. The well-equipped kitchen boasts all the essentials, including a full-size refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, blender, and toaster. Guests also have access to a newly renovated laundry room with a high-capacity washer and dryer for added convenience.

Jamaica Beach is known for its laid-back coastal vibe and lively summer atmosphere. Located just eight miles from the Seawall and ten miles from 61st Street, this vacation spot offers the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. Spend your days exploring the local beaches, marina, and Regatta Basin, or enjoy nearby attractions such as fishing charters, kayaking, and water sports. The community also features a pavilion and playground, making it great for families.

Experience the perfect blend of waterfront relaxation and island adventure at Heron’s Nest. Whether you’re here to fish, explore, or simply unwind by the water, this cozy canal home has everything you need for an unforgettable getaway. Book your stay today!

City Park Pool open from Memorial Day - Labor Day Tuesday - Sunday 12pm - 7pm with a $5.00/day charge.

STR25-000127

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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed
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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
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
Property Registration Number STR22-00168, GVR03234

About the area

Galveston

Located in Jamaica Beach, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and popular attractions include Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Broadway and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Jamaica Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Jamaica Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Palm Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Broadway - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Pirate's Beach - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mario's Pizza Pirates Beach - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hummel's General Store & Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Heron's Nest | On Canal, Boat Slip Access! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Heron's Nest | On Canal, Boat Slip Access! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heron's Nest | On Canal, Boat Slip Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heron's Nest | On Canal, Boat Slip Access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heron's Nest | On Canal, Boat Slip Access! located?

Located in Jamaica Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach. Indian Beach and Palm Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

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

Nice birthday get-away

We had a great time relaxing and being right on the water. Weather was perfect and we enjoyed kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Barry S.

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

Great for a weekend getaway

My family stayed at Heron's Nest for an extended weekend and we really enjoyed it. Outside of a couple of minor issues, the house is a perfect place to get away and be close to the water. We would definitely stay at this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Great Jamaica beach get away

I love going to Galveston. My family has been spending one or two nighters there for many years. This beach house was spacious with a large deck perfect for fishing. Kitchen and bathrooms are newly remodeled. Had a great experience with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Excellent Rental

We will definitely stay here again. Plenty of room for everyone and the kitchen was fantastic! It was well equipped and had everything we needed. Only downside is deck stairs need replacing. Otherwise it was an excellent place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Great vacation spot

Loved being able to wake up and fish every day. Close to the beach and dog friendly. Some recommendations: Unfortunately king bed was Very lumpy, refrigerator was rusted in the front under water dispenser, Kitchen Cabinet doors need to be cleaned better, downstairs room smell was very musty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
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10/10 Excellent

cynde j.

Great Bay House

Great Bay house! Clean and neat -perfect get away with enough space for 2-3 families!! Beautiful views from deck and plenty of room for all to eat and play games! Thank you heron’s nest- we will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Clint E.

Great Property

The property was in excellent condition and well taken care of. Ryson did not disturb us during our stay as other vacation rental companies can do. We will be using them again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Maria B.

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

Heron's Nest Stay

Property was good for the family. We needed all rooms. Water downstairs for cleaning off and for fish station disabled. We needed it. The room downstairs was musty so not an option to stay in it. The rest of the stay was excellent. Dock was great for fishing, close to beach, all appliances worked.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Lovely property! Kids had a great time on paddle boards in canal. Home was great!

Easy check in. Couldn't open downstairs unit at first. Property MGMT sent out people with new keys that worked. Only wish master bedroom ceiling fan had worked and outside lift had worked for our luggage and groceries.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

amy l.

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

Terrific!

The property was very clean. The appliances were all high end and worked well. Plenty of dishes, cutlery and pots and pans. My husband loved fishing from the pier. It is just a short hop to the beach. One thing I didn't see in the listing was that there is a lift! Not for people but it was great for luggage and groceries! It was an unexpected bonus. Really enjoyed the deck and the breeze.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

martha s.

Nie property for our family

Overall it was a very nice place for our family. Good size and well kept. Some things missing and wrong. There was no propane in the propane grill; the dryer didn't work (6 hours to dry one load of towels); for the 8 people staying there more towels were needed since the dryer wasn't working; only one kitchen towel; lights out on deck (or no instructions about switches); and air not working in one bedroom.. Nothing major but just several things that would have made a much better stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Kathleen G.

Liked: Location

Just ok

We booked this place for a friend trip for 4 couples. It is advertised as a 4 bedroom. The 4th bedroom is downstairs at ground level with a separate entrance. The smell of mildew is overwhelming and makes it uncomfortable to spend any amount of time there. You can smell it before you even open the door. Also, two overhead lights do not turn off completely. The primary bedroom bed had sand in the sheets. We also killed a roach on our first night. All in all it is a well equipped home but wish we had known about the fourth bedroom and wish it had been cleaner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Aaron T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Herons Nest stay

Overall we enjoyed our visit. Two observations are that the home definitely needs some updates and TLC and the photos are deceiving when it comes to room size. The upstairs room with the twin beds was very very small and strangely had no window. Some recommendations are that you bring your own pots and pans as the ones there are not good. We have been renting in this neighborhood for years and this is the first home that has not had a pantry so be prepared to improvise on storing your food. Throughout the years we have also learned that rooms on the ground level have a musty smell and this one is no different. The window unit did a good job cooling but the lack of central air and heat allows for moisture and odor. We bought plug in fresheners to help with the odor. The patio chairs over the boat dock were all broken due to age and the fan was missing a blade so we could not use it. So be prepared and have some of your own folding chairs to use if the furniture has not been replaced.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hilda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sally H.

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

Nice get away

The property was nice size and relaxing on the water. There were several issues with the furnishings and accessories. The grill was not cleaned and nearly caught on fire. The furniture was pretty old and worn out. They need a couple of items in the kitchen. Nothing that prevented us from having a good time, just needs updating.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucy F.

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

Muy amables y muy buen servicio

Muy buen personal 😉 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karon W.

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

Very nice

Thus property was even better than photos and descriptions. Well maintained and stocked. It’s the most quiet property I’ve ever rented….I wonder if they foam insulated the walls. We even had a hard time hearing when the baby cried! Nice setting and really good in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

JUSTIN M.

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

Place was fun

We had a great time. Only problem was with the A/C that went out one night but I called the next day and they had someone out within 10 minutes
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

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

Awesome location

Great place. Great location. Great beach. It was excellent!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

great location, spacious, clean, home atmosphere ; wonderful deck but needs some upkeep

We so enjoyed this property with the large deck over looking the canal in a quiet neighborhood. The appliances were great including the Keurig machine, The atmosphere and layout was home like. It could use a face lift and modernization; simple touch ups. There also were some concerns that have been mentioned in prior reviews and have not been addressed. Feed back and reviews are only beneficial if changes, repairs are made . First impressions make a big difference . Outside of refrigerator needs repairs ; kitchen cupboards need to be fixed , vents cleaned and a solution to the mustiness of the lower room, upkeep of outdoor furniture. Photos need to be updated or updates need to match photos. Overall very good but could be great with a few simple minor cosmetic changes. Hope follow through can be a reality. Thank you. We enjoyed this spacious decked beach house in a quiet canal community.!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donnie F.

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

Bday weekend

We stayed for my bday and we fished and had a shrimp boil and had a blast! Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Janine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great location but property needs work

We were looking forward to a great fishing and beach weekend and we had one! The location was great, just outside of Galveston. The property was outdated yet clean upstairs but the bottom floor was dark and had a moldy smell. The house, deck and porch need maintenance and paint, the yard was full of dead plants and the outdoor furniture was broken and mismatched. Based on the recent storm, the area was covered in mosquitoes and our only recourse was to buy an outdoor spray and blanket the property. The neighborhood was friendly and the proximity to the beach and coffee shop was ideal by golf cart. We will try another property in Jamaica Beach next time and look forward to coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

6/10 Okay

Tram L.

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

Need update the kitchen

The kitchen need an update. Everything else is good for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dianna R.

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

family get away

Beautiful place had alot of fun! Nice view, beautiful porch!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Lovely Place

Lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

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