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Large Bayfront home ideal for beautiful fall weekends at the beach!

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Gorgeous sunsets on the bay side.
Lower deck during sunset
Terrace/patio
Beach toys,bikes and Sunny,our 6 person golf cart, free use with user agreement
Open concept living room

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Galveston, TX
  • San Luis Beach
    13 min walk
  • Half Moon Beach
    3 min drive
  • San Luis Pass
    4 min drive
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    32 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

1st Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Suite/Cabana

1 King Bed

Jack & Jill Bedroom 2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Primary/Master

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

1st Floor bathroom

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

2nd Floor bathroom

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

Guest suite/Cabana bathroom

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

Jack and Jill Bathroom

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

Primary/Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Large Bayfront home ideal for beautiful fall weekends at the beach!

The Tranquil Turtle is an idyllic retreat! With its spacious layout and plethora of amenities, it's sure to provide an unforgettable experience for families and friends seeking relaxation and fun. From the moment you step through the door you will be greeted by stunning views of the Bay and Wetlands. The convenience of the fully stocked kitchen and the expansive outdoor living space has been designed for comfort and enjoyment.

The beach club and pools, accessible for a nominal fee ($25/per person over the age of 4, for the duration of your stay) can provide more relaxation and entertainment options during your stay. Additionally, our local concierge is available at no additional cost.

Spend your morning sipping coffee from the stocked Keurig, drip machine or French press and then indulge in a bit of culinary creativity with the well-equipped kitchen. The outdoor deck, with its mosquito misting system and various seating areas, offers the perfect setting for al fresco dining, grilling up some Texas surf and turf, or simply soaking in the breathtaking bay sunsets.

The layout of the Tranquil Turtle, with its main gathering spaces on the first floor and 6 bedrooms, including one detached primary suite, is ideal for accommodating different preferences and activities. Whether you prefer to gather for movie nights in the spacious living room, stargaze from the sun deck using the telescope, or engage in some friendly competition with the assortment of outdoor games, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

The Tranquil Turtle is the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and fun, ensuring that you will leave feeling rejuvenated and full of cherished memories!

Pointe West Beach Club
The home includes access to the Pointe West Beach Club, which includes pools and hot tubs over two locations, a lazy river, wonderful restaurant, bar, and game room. Access to the beach club is $25 per person (for your entire visit), wristband and door codes provided when you check in to the Beach Club. The resort features the widest, most beautiful beaches in Galveston as well as the beach club swimming pools and hot tub facing the beach, a fitness center, game room, corn hole and gift shop.

A basketball court is a short walk or quick golf card ride past the beach club. A short ride to the bay side allows you to visit another pool, lazy river and hot tub.

Please be aware that we do allow guests to bring dogs (2 or less of any size) and we have dogs of our own that occasionally come to the home so if you have severe pet allergies please take note.

We have a security system with a doorbell camera at the front entrance. There are 2 other exterior cameras on the property that are not monitored.

Wildlife Warnings – Tranquil Turtle is located in one of the most beautiful and natural settings in Texas. This nature includes bugs and insects big and small, animals, crabs, sharks, bees, rattlesnakes and more. We have pest control and set rattlesnake traps on the perimeter of the property. Occasionally, however, nature will enter the Tranquil Turtle and should not be cause for alarm. If you have any issue with pests, please contact us immediately.

Property manager

Kristen Cummings

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR09803

About the area

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Galveston Island Beaches and San Luis Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Galveston Country Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • San Luis Beach - 13 min walk
  • San Luis Pass - 4 min drive
  • San Luis Pass County Park - 6 min drive
  • Sea Isle Beach - 6 min drive
  • Jamaica Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪West End Marina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Grille - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Avery's Bayside Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sea Isle Fishing Pier - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Large Bayfront home ideal for beautiful fall weekends at the beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Large Bayfront home ideal for beautiful fall weekends at the beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Large Bayfront home ideal for beautiful fall weekends at the beach! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Bayfront home ideal for beautiful fall weekends at the beach! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Bayfront home ideal for beautiful fall weekends at the beach! located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of San Luis Beach and Half Moon Beach. San Luis Pass is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

chris f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Easy communication and wonderful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
This was a great stay! House was very nice and clean. Kristen is a great hostess. I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H., Richardson, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with activity options
The property can fit a large group and is part of a community with many activity options along with indirect beach access. The sunsets views over the bay from the back porch were very popular with the family. We used the beach access close by where we could park our cars right next to us, a helpful perk since we had older grandparents with us. We enjoyed the local community clubhouse and pools for a break from the beach. Host was very thorough, helpful, and checked in mid-stay to ensure we were comfortable. We would definitely consider the property again for a future family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam R., Oklahoma City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Sunset Views!
The Tranquil Turtle is such a beautiful home and perfect gathering place! We have never stayed in such a well stocked home--it had everything we needed and more, including beach toys, chairs, boogie boards, umbrellas, and the six-seater golf cart, Sunny. This home gives the best of both worlds in Galveston. While it sits on the bay with stunning sunset and night sky views from both decks, Sunny the golf cart offers easy access to the beach side in just a short and pleasurable drive. We made wonderful memories playing in the surf and night time walks at the beach. We screamed in laughter when we watched creepy crabs scuttle across our flashlight beam at night, and stood in awed wonder as the moon rose out of the ocean glowing RED! It was surreal! We explored the bay--it is very shallow and walkable for a long way. We caught and released blue crabs and various fish. We saw many varieties of birds, hermit crabs, and fish. We even walked the bay at night for a thrill because it comes alive with all kinds of fish and crabs to net and observe in a bucket with the children. The home is expansive with perfect accommodations for everyone--even roll away beds with very comfortable mattresses. We love the privacy each room offered and the cozy beds. The Cabana house offers a perfect spot for extra privacy. Under the house is perfect for hammocking. Owners were easy to reach and very friendly. Concierge even picked up grocery order and stocked the home before our arrival! Perfection!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual summer vacation with family
Exceptionally large, very clean, updated house. It was large enough to wander around and not get tired of seeing the same people. Private beach-nice. In our 48 years of renting, we've never had a well stocked house like this. I didn't have to bring any kitchen utensils! My only disappointment is that the beautiful deck did not have working electricity. We usually spent a lot of time on the deck but it was just too hot and still. Bikes were a nice added touch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great thanks
Nice location lovely house. The golf cart was nice. The beach club is not as nice as I was hoping.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Bay Rental
Great location, room for a large group, more than enough beach and kitchen items to minimize what you need to pack! Would certainly rent this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam R., Zionsville, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful views
This house was amazing. The owners thought of everything. It was clean, and nicely decorated. The golf cart came in handy getting to the beach club. Lots of nice dishes, pans, and extras. We really enjoyed our stay. There were 13 of us, and we made lots of nice memories here. Kristen was great at answering our questions promptly. Beautiful area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family/Friends Get-away
This is a lovely property. The house is laid out nicely with bedrooms/bathrooms and joint living spaces. The kitchen is fantastic and amazingly well stocked. The outside fireplace w/ TV was lots of fun to play games. While a bit of a drive to Galveston, it travels quickly and is a pretty drive. Enjoyable getaway for 2 families with older kiddo's.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

steve s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot for a perfect vacation
This house is excellent in that it provides a quiet Street for the kids to take adventures. The cabana is a perfect spot for the guest to wants to get away from it all. Everything that we needed was provided and the golf cart was over the top fun for us to see the area
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, Location, Location!
Beautiful home on a very quiet cul-de-sac overlooking the bay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kristen Cummings

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We live in the Denver Metro area with our daughter (9) and son (7). Between my husband and I we have lived in states coast to coast and a handful in between. We love to travel and after many years of only booking through vacation rental sites for our travels we decided to embark on the journey of vacation rental ownership ourselves. Being in a landlocked state we were in search of a property near the water. We fell in love with the house and how peaceful it felt and that we could bring family and friends to spend time with us. We have enjoyed visiting Galveston soaking in the sun, fishing in the Bay, exploring the history of the island and the thrills of the Iron Shark at Pleasure Pier. We hope that you find something new to try and that you will be back many times over.

Languages:

English
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