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Dock of the Bay | Waterfront Home, Pet Friendly + Private Pool!

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Exterior with Private Pool
Dining with a view
Living Room Area
Living Room Area
Kitchen Area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8135.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪9 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 - Floor 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Floor 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3 - Floor 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Floor 1

Bathroom 2 - Floor 1

Bathroom 3 - Floor 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Dock of the Bay | Waterfront Home, Pet Friendly + Private Pool!

Welcome to "Dock of the Bay," your serene waterfront escape nestled in the heart of Galveston, Texas. This stunning vacation rental beckons with its picturesque bay views and inviting ambiance, offering a tranquil haven for up to 8 guests across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, all conveniently situated on one spacious main floor.

Pet-friendly and thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience, "Dock of the Bay" boasts panoramic vistas of the bay from the living, dining, and kitchen areas, framed by expansive windows that bathe the space in natural light. Step outside to your private oasis, where a sparkling pool awaits below, inviting you to swim, sunbathe, and unwind amidst the gentle lull of the water.

Additional amenities abound, including a washer/dryer for added convenience, an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day of beachcombing, and a charcoal grill for alfresco dining under the stars.

Located in town, "Dock of the Bay" offers easy access to an array of activities, from shopping and museums to restaurants, cinemas, and mini-golf. Thrill-seekers will delight in nearby water activities, while sun worshippers can bask on the nearby beach.

Retreat to one of three king or queen-sized bedrooms for a restful night's sleep, or rejuvenate in one of the pristine bathrooms, each offering a perfect sanctuary to refresh and recharge.

Don't miss your chance to experience the tranquility and luxury of "Dock of the Bay." Book your stay today and embark on a memorable Galveston getaway.

Property manager

VTrips
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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 GVR14034

About the area

Galveston

Located in Near West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Palm Beach at Moody Gardens are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Moody Gardens - 10 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's on the Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Midtown Tavern - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dock of the Bay | Waterfront Home, Pet Friendly + Private Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Dock of the Bay | Waterfront Home, Pet Friendly + Private Pool! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dock of the Bay | Waterfront Home, Pet Friendly + Private Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dock of the Bay | Waterfront Home, Pet Friendly + Private Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dock of the Bay | Waterfront Home, Pet Friendly + Private Pool! located?

Located in Near West End, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of 61st Street Fishing Pier, Galveston Seawall and Moody Gardens. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LAN O.

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

Ironman Half Marathon stay

Great communication from owner, place is nice, just needed more lighting around the fish dock for fishing. Great place for crabbing. Get your chicken drumsticks ready and you'll get a bunch of crabs in no time. So far we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alix B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Dock of the bay

The beds were great. Biggest issues- Bedroom with the two queens had absolutely no curtains. So there was no privacy to change or anything while the neighbors were working on their house across the street. Secondly,stairs are not very sturdy. Definitely need the wood replaced in the near future.the pool does not heat. And there was no outdoor furniture by the pool that was in working order. Or nothing down by the dock. The supply room is a mess with everything piled in. The place needs a bit of work.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bay time

Property needs to be completed. No privacy curtains in one bedroom. Really drafty as it seems there still is work to be done to complete windows etc. excellent location. Zero extras. No coffee, sugar condiments or seasonings of any kind. Should at least be noted. I’ll stay here again once these issues are addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunita M.

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

Great view and comfortable stay

The house was well kept and clean, stocked with essentials as listed and the check in process was seamless. Beautiful view from the floor length glass windows. Perfect location for a weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Leslye H.

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

Great View of the Bay!

The inside of the house was very clean. It could use some updating (the frame over the door as you exit could use some paint), the trashcan from prior people was not emptied so lots of flies, etc. inside the bin), The smoke alarm in one of the other bedrooms came on and wouldn't turn off, so we just removed battery and put back in when we left and it was fine, the battery in the electronic wine opener needs new battery. The outside lights came on at night and stayed on until the morning. One of the ceilings outside is exposing insulation and it is quite a site when driving in. There was trash on the outside lower level of the property. Overall, we loved the view and the inside of the house was clean, and we did enjoy ourselves. Just those miner things should be taken care of for future renters.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great bay views, clean pool

The pool is great with amazing view of the bay. One morning a dolphin was playing just past the pier. Good sized rooms with comfortable beds. Large kitchen Only negatives were no curtains on one of the bedroom windows and no TCV in master bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

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

Local Getaway

Place needs a little updating (curtain down in master, door knob came off last day)but hey location and the pool were a hit! Dock was also super nice to tie the boat up (plenty of room) and the ramp was basically in the same neighborhood. Would definitely do it again tomorrow! Last thing is this place is really well stocked from dishes to blender.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan H.

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

Good stay

Overall we had a great time. The property manager was extremely accomodating even after I left some personal property behind after check out. As for the house, the views are great, well stocked, and A/C worked great. The condition of the house could have been a little better, the seal between the windows and the house caused a LOT of flies to come into the kitchen and there were piles of fiberglass outside on the 1st floor patio due to some remodeling/construction work that was ongoing. Kept getting into the pool so that wasn't great. But all that said, would definitely come back again. Enjoyed fishing off the dock and swimming in the pool and taking in the views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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