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WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island

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Living area
Pool
Exterior
Lake

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Moody Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Kids Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island

This is Tree Frog Harbour House - a gem tucked away in the heart of Galveston. TEN MINUTES from everything in town; it is nestled between a private marina and wetland nature preserves. With three bedrooms, a spacious living room and dining room. Laguna de Oro - Golden Laguna - is truly one of Galveston’s best kept secrets. Enjoy nature and gorgeous sunsets while being conveniently located!

The backyard has a refreshing swimming pool and a spacious fishing deck over a beautiful neighborhood marina. The front yard overlooks a nature preserve where pelicans dive and flamingos wade through waters rich with shrimp and crabs. Watch the sunrise over the water on one side, and set over a golden lagoon on the other.

Large families will feel right at home in this spacious, two-story, three-bedroom home on the water. Whether you are wanting to visit local restaurants or to take advantage of Galveston's fabulous fishing opportunities, this home makes all these things available while still offering a bit of privacy from the bustling tourist population in town!

Fish from the large dock, enjoy the beautiful wetland marsh providing stunning sunset views and a perfect spot for bird watching. Bring a boat and tie up right at the dock. The Laguna is great for fishing. Cool off in the private pool overlooking the water. You can access the Strand area, East End or the Beach in less than 10 minutes by car.

Unwind and fall in love with this peaceful, comfortable living space, beautifully decorated and fully furnished for your comfort.

Other things to note

You do have to climb stairs to get to the upper level where all the bedrooms are.

There are people who maintain the property that you might run into during your stay! The landscaping crew comes every week and pest services come regularly. The pool is serviced generally on Tuesday mornings.

We live adjacent to a nature preserve. It is great for bird and wildlife watching and unplugging from the hustle and bustle. We take every precaution to keep pests and animals off the property, but if the occasional bug venturing indoors, or the possibility of encountering raccoons, possums, or snakes in the neighborhood is unacceptable to you, Laguna D’Oro may not be the best vacation spot for you. Otherwise please come enjoy the small-town charm and beauty of Mother Nature, tucked next to these beautiful wetlands.

**For the safety of you and local wildlife, please make sure all trash is fully in trash receptacles and that they are fully closed.

POOL

Pool hours are 8am-9pm. This neighborhood has many working folks and retirees, so we ask that you respect and honor their neighborhood while you are visiting.

We love that the pool feels like an extension of nature. We have placed it right on the water and under a batch of beautiful bamboo that give you privacy while not loosing the natural beauty around you.

We do have the pool professionally serviced, but because of its proximity to nature, leaves, bugs and other natural things find their way into the pool regularly.

Please read and adhere to all Pool Rules before using.

DOCK

We love our large brand new dock and know you will too. 18 ft x 30 ft is plenty of space for everyone to cast a line. This is our favorite spot to drink coffee in the morning while the sunrise bounces off the water. We do not generally use it for boating, but you are welcome to tie off if that suits you!

Please read and adhere to all Pool Rules before using. Additional rules
- No parties or events allowed.
- Please respect the noise curfew. Jamaica Beach is a vacation community with many families. Following city ordinances, a strict 10pm-7am quiet hours are enforced.
- One dog allowed. Must be under 40 lbs. Dog must be house broken and crate trained. DOGS CANNOT BE LEFT ON PROPERTY ALONE, UNLESS PROPERLY CRATED. Please clean all pet waste.
-We love our furry babies and to travel with them. However we have to keep our property safe for future guests as well, including those with animal allergies. For this purpose, we must charge an additional $100 cleaning fee for a hypo-allergenic cleaning if their are any animals brought onto the property.
- No smoking allowed indoors. If you smoke outdoors please do so more than 10 ft from entrances. A $200 cleaning fee will be added if smoking of any substance is found indoors.
- When coming in from the beach we ask that everyone rinses off in our private outdoor shower before showering indoors. Sand is very tough on the plumbing. Also, please rinse and allow any beach toys or equipment before replacing them in the house.
- Please leave the heating or air system running even when you are out to help with moisture control.
- Suitable for toddlers and children under 12. We have provided infant safe outlets, a safety gate on the balcony, and child locks under the sink cabinet. But please do check decorations and other items to raise anything not suitable to your age child.
- No unregistered guests allowed.
- Please don’t eat or drink in the bedrooms.
- Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. You will be assigned a unique entrance code to access the property. For all our guests' and cleaners' safety, these codes will only be activated five minutes before check in time and will stop working 5 minutes after check out time.
- Please take care of the furnishings. You are responsible for any damages.
- Please don’t rearrange the furniture.
- Please rinse and place used dishes in the dish washer.
- Please take the trash out before you leave. Do not put trash in the trashcan if the lid will not close. This will attract raccoons. If you have more trash than fits in receptacles, please contact us to help remove. Trash service is on Monday and Thursday.
- No illegal substances allowed on the premises.
- Do not grill under balcony.

Cameras

Exterior cameras only are at each entrance, both for guests' and property's security. Cameras are not monitored but are motion activated and recording. Non-recording, decibel monitoring devices are in common spaces.

Property manager

The Richey Family
Premier Host

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: 21
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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Dog must be house broken and crate trained.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
QUIET HOURS ARE FROM 9 pm - 8 am. NO PARTIES Please be good neighbors. Noise decibel monitors are installed to notify if you are over noise limits
Our permit allows for ONLY 3 VEHICLES. There is no street parking. Because we are next to a nature preserve, the city will ticket or tow vehicles.
Even if you can fit more cars in driveway. Our permit only allows for three. When grilling, please pull grill 10 feet from all roofs or balconies.

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 GVR10334

About the area

Galveston

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Near West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston. 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 Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Palm Beach at Moody Gardens. 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

  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Moody Gardens - 10 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's on the Pier - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Midtown Tavern - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of 61st Street Fishing Pier, Moody Gardens, and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Palm Beach at Moody Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

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

Great Get Away!

We enjoyed our stay...the pool and dock for fishing were AWESOME! Defiantly marking this as a favorite, to book again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

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

Family visit turned into vacation

This location is great. No through traffic, easy access to anywhere in downtown via Harborside or 61st. We enjoyed the pool and fishing from the dock. If you bring a boat to Galveston this would be a great choice.. as it has a marina nearby and easy bay access
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Location, Peaceful, Perfect

Check in and communication are excellent and timely. Home is cozy but roomy. All the amenities as listed. Pool was really nice but the pier!!!! The pier was amazing for mornings and sunsets and all the family fishing in between. Hope to visit again in April.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R., Cypress, TX

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

Great Property

Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara V., Houston tx

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

Short weekend

Great family stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B., Frankston, Texas USA

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

Great Place to stay

It was a fabulous stay! Everyone was super comfy! We were allowed an early check in which was highly appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

Great Spring Break Stay!

My family and I enjoyed our stay. We had everything we needed, and the kids enjoyed the pool. It was nice to be so close to the water but also not in the middle of all of the Galveston traffic. We would love to come back another time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing Vacation

Everything we wanted and more in a vacation rental. We enjoyed fishing at the pier and swimming in the private pool. The property was centrally located for restaurants, shopping, and the beach. The property was just as described, and the owners responded promptly with any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mylana W.

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

Relaxing

The property was great! Enjoyed the fishing off the pier. We will definitely be back Thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bronson B.

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

Awesome

Great place. Perfect for family or get togethers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Very nice

Property was well kept and comfortable. The Richey family stayed in contact and answered any questions promptly, great communication. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

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

Great stay

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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Relaxing-out of the hustle of Galveston tourism!

Comfortable home with a pool. Just what we wanted. It is situated in a waterfront cove surrounded by beauty and birds! The pool looked fairly new and was perfect for lounging-deepest part was around five feet. Comfortable beds;well stocked kitchen;all the right amenities, even pool floats! Within a short distance to great restaurants, beaches and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne R.

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

Relaxing

LOVE this home. The pool & pier was a huge plus! Didn't catch anything but fun trying! Was able to use the pool everyday! Very peaceful & enjoyable. Will book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Great stay in Galveston

My family and I had a great stay at the frog house. Plenty of room and everything was very clean and organized. We loved being right on the marina and my son and I caught several different types of fish (and blue crabs) right off the dock. The neighborhood was quiet and close to many of the island’s attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant G., Stroud, Oklahoma

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

Nice place

Stayed over night before catching cruise. Nice stop
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Great location

Great place to stay close enough to get down seawall and 10min from the strand. Very quiet location and great dock to sit on with a cold drink. They Richey family where very accommodating and super responsive. I would highly recommend if you have a boat since it's in a quite canal. The small yard was great for our dog to do her business and everything is fenced in so it was a great property for a pet. I would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

Great Galveston weekend

We enjoyed staying at this property! Very comfortable with lots of space for our older kids to spread out and have fun. We enjoyed fishing and walking the neighborhood. It was a fairly quick drive to the beach area. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke N.

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

Fun Relaxing Galveston Get-Away

We had a great time staying here for an end of summer family vacation. We had grandparents, two kids (9 and 13) and our pets with us! We really enjoyed the pool, fishing off the dock, and taking our inflatable kayaks out for a spin on the canal. When we needed a break from the sun we watched movies, played board games, and visited in the living room and at the table. It was also a plus having a short drive to Moody Gardens, the beach, and the Strand. Two thumbs up for very comfortable beds and a fun bunk bed in the kids’ room.The hosts are so helpful and quick to respond. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Summer family trip 2022

Plenty of room for a large family! Comfortable beds, AC works great in this summer heat!! We appreciated that 😊great fishing! We all enjoyed our stay! Very relaxing! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Luz B.

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

Our point of view

Everything was great except for the smelly refrigerator at the property. And the sworn of mosquitoes at property than no one warned us about.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

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

WONDERFUL!

My husband, 11 month old, and I LOVED staying here! Hosts were so helpful and quick to answer any questions we had. The house is great and in such a convenient location. My husband even caught a 33” Red Drum right off the dock. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti L.

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

Wonderful weekend

Our family spent a lovely long weekend in Galveston and the house had everything we needed and then some. We had an 18 month old with us and the house was set up to keep him safe and out of harms way. We even got to see dolphins playing right off the docks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R.

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

Last minute memorial weekend getaway!

So happy this beautiful property was available. Very surprised with such a busy galveston tourist time. This place is right on the water, bay side which i perfer. Keeps all the traffic and people away..felt like a private resort. House was super spacious and had everything you need to make the stay comfortable. Pool was just the perfect size and with a perfect view of the bay. Our family dog had a blast and was secure with the fenced in pool and backyard area. We will definitely be booking again!! Thanks Andrew
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Cecil G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Decent place for large group

For a large rental the parking is inadequate. The rental was nice but needed better cleaning service as some areas like under beds and under furniture seat cushions needed attention. the Pool was great, and dock area was nice. overall we had a good time in Galveston with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

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