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Paradise at Last - Custom Beachfront Home in Sands of Kahala

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Paradise at Last
Sandy shores meet luxury living at this exquisite beachfront retreat
Captivating vistas
Captivating vistas
Views from the upper-level living space extend gracefully across the living room, providing breathtaking Gulf views

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 18359.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Galveston Fishing Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Moody Gardens
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bathroom

Jack & Jill Bathroom

Jack & Jill Bathroom 2

Primary En Suite Bathroom

Primary En Suite Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Paradise at Last - Custom Beachfront Home in Sands of Kahala

Make lasting memories with your family at this gorgeous 3870 sq ft custom beachfront home in prestigious Sands of Kahala subdivision. Beautifully decorated with modern accents, this spacious home features high ceilings with a plethora of windows that brings in natural light giving the home a larger than life feel. With all the windows you also receive great views of the beach from almost every room.

The cook in your family will love the chef style kitchen, equipped with two ovens and beautiful granite counters. The kitchen is open to the living room and dining area, so you can cook with your family in sight or delight in the wonderful views of the beach.

There are two master suites on the first floor that offer views of the beach and access to the deck. The other five bedrooms are located on the second floor, including a separate living room area for additional entertainment.

Enjoy the large covered deck with your morning coffee and watch our world famous island sunrises. It’s also a great spot to grab some lunch or enjoy a cool beverage after a day at the beach. The uncovered lounge deck is just below the main covered deck and is perfect for sunbathing or watching the waves roll in on the beach.

Get ready for a care free family vacation at this home with amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico. Whether you’re into building sandcastles, swimming in the Gulf or working on your tan, the beach is only steps away to fulfill your entire beach activities bucket list!

This one of a kind home is ideal for large families or extended families. It’s only a short drive back into downtown Galveston but far enough from it all so that you can truly relax on your island vacation. || Please note this home does not allow pets.

Ground Level: Parking for 4 vehicles; No Garage Access.

Main Level: Large open concept living room, dining and kitchen; TV and DVD in living room; Shared half bathroom off living room/kitchen area; Master Bedroom suite has a King bed with deck access, TV and on suite bathroom; Second Master Bedroom has a King bed with deck access, TV and on suite bathroom. Large covered deck with seating and views of the Gulf of Mexico.

Second Level: Additional living room area with TV and DVD; Bedroom 3 with a Queen, TV and deck access; Shared bathroom; Bedroom 4 with two (x2) Double beds; Bedroom 5 with a Queen, TV and deck access; Bedroom 6 with two sets of bunk beds (4 Twins); Shared bathroom; Bedroom 7 with a Twin bed plus a Twin trundle. Location: 6.3 mile drive to 61st Street; 9.4 mile drive to 25th & Strand; 5.6 miles to Moody Gardens/Schlitterbahn Waterpark Notes: This property rents by the week only in the summer months from Monday to Monday.

Although provided, WiFi access/Cable/Dish service can be unreliable here on the West End of Galveston Island. We apologize, but Gary Greene Vacation Rentals is unable to guarantee these amenities will be working during your stay and is unable to offer refunds for disruption of these services.

ALL Gary Greene Vacation Rentals are Non-Smoking properties.

***Although every effort has been made by Gary Greene Vacation Rentals to ensure the accuracy of the information in this site, it is not guaranteed. It is subject to errors, omissions, change of price, change of house contents and/or features or withdrawal without notice***

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English, Spanish

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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

No 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
Property Registration Number GVR01612

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. 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 Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting. 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

  • West Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bermuda Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Moody Gardens - 9 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's on the Pier - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Paradise at Last - Custom Beachfront Home in Sands of Kahala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Paradise at Last - Custom Beachfront Home in Sands of Kahala?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise at Last - Custom Beachfront Home in Sands of Kahala?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paradise at Last - Custom Beachfront Home in Sands of Kahala located?

Nestled on the beach, this West End holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hershey Beach and Galveston Island Beaches. West Beach and Spanish Grant Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

New years stay

Some things didn’t work ( coffee maker, kitchen outlets, smaller oven). Everything else was great. Had a pac and play and high chair for the baby. Really could have used an elevator though.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nick S.

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

Paradise on the beach!

This was a fantastic place to stay for myself and 2 other families. Plenty of space. Location was amazing...close to grocery stores and restaurants, and being steps from the ocean was great. A few things in the kitchen need updating. The dishwasher was broken: the shelves barely held dishes and the top sprayer was broken off and laying on the floor. The small oven and griddle don't light. A few fun board games and puzzles, but no beach toys...make sure to bring your own buckets and shovels! Overall was a great, relaxing, and fun vacation on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolli G.

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

Family vaca

Beautiful home on the beach! Great location! Big home perfect for our big family, spacious and clean! Will stay again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena W.

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

We had a nice time!

Nice property and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Sherry S.

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

Beautiful Beach

We had an enjoyable visit to Galveston! Wonderful location close to the action but far enough away to enjoy the beach peacefully.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clint M., Texas

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

Excellent home for large group

Thank you for once again hosting my large team. Always easy process for check in and communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Perfection!

It was a grand home with a huge amount of bedrooms. A perfect layout. Location was wonderful…away from the tourism but close enough to get into it if we wanted to. The house has a fabulous kitchen. Great for large get togethers. We’ll be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

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

Awesome beach house

There was plenty of room for us, floor plan was what we needed, and the view was spectacular!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clint M., Texas

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

Great property, right on the beach

We had a large group and the house was perfect. It’s right on the beach and just outside of all the crazy traffic of downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

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

Wonderful Vacation

The house was spacious, clean and comfortable. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzie K., Houston Tx

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

Great stay

Great location right on the beach. Grandkids had a wonderful time. The location is close to town yet feels uncrowded and private. The house is large and comfortable with everything that we needed. We will return again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

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

Perfect home for a perfect time!

This home was perfect, so close to the beach. Wonderful size, the kitchen was dreamy, so close to town, quiet, great location, just perfect. Unforgettable memories and a beautiful time with family, is what this home is about.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen L.

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

GREAT FAMILY TRIP!

The house was fantastic. I little cosmetic flaws but for being fight on the beach you can't complain. Will be renting agian.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Spacious home, gorgeous beach location

The house was perfect for our extended family of 10. 6 adults and 4 cousins age 6-10. Each individual family had plenty of private space and there were 2 separate inside gathering areas to keep everyone comfortable and happy. The beach was an absolute highlight. The outdoor deck and patio areas were perfect. We purchased and/or brought our own beach toys, towels, and beach tent. Some of the furnishings getting a bit worn and though the oven was large, the main oven door didn’t close completely affecting cooking times//temps. Overall, the house and all its amenities met our needs well, helping us create a wonderful family memory of Galveston.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen I.

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

Paradise at Last Always Great

I rent this home twice a year. One with family and one with a bunch of old ladies. It is ideal, especially having 2 master bedrooms with baths on lower floor to cut down on stair climbing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

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

Girl get together

We have stayed here before. Had a few minor issues-entrance half bath handle stuck a few times. roll down shades rolled down but not up. We have so much fun together all works out and beach walking is awesome!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

Perfect Get Away

Great location, it is 1 hour from downtown Houston! It is on one of the best beaches we have been to in Galveston. The house is right on the beach and deck is perfect for hanging out after the long day at the beach. We had 5 couples and we had plenty of space to cook each night and then enjoy the sunsets! The only thing we had a complaint about was that as mentioned in the other reviews they need to replace some light bulbs, but other than that we loved the house and we will be going back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

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

girl getaway

Had a reunion of 12 women getting together after 30 years. We did need some of the beds made. Which is not much of a complaint!! Great beach, very secluded specially Mon, Tues., Wed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzi F., Houston

Feel Secluded But Near EVERYTHING! BEAUTIFUL Home!

Great getaway for myself, Daughter and her friends who will be her Bridesmaids in 12/19...the beach felt secluded and was definitely not crowded at any point during the weekend...and we were only 10-15 minutes from The Strand, great restaurants and attractions. The home is immaculate and the bedrooms are perfectly positioned to give everyone maximum privacy. Amazing kitchen and gathering areas, triple decks with great views! We will definitely return to this property...already tried to secure Thanskgiving week but it's already booked! :(
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Bradley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great Location!

Great location and the house was very clean. However the house needs to be updated as we had several issues from door handles falling off, satellite not working, clogged sink, broken dishwasher and ice maker, etc. Nothing too bad, but items that should have been handled prior to renting out. I would also strongly recommend a different management company. The lack of urgency from phone calls and the unprofessional behavior of Taylor left a terrible taste in our mouth.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lane Y.

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

Highly recommend

We are a blended family and had a large group to accommodate. The house was extremely comfortable, the kitchen perfect for cooking for a big group, the bedrooms pretty and private. The house looks exactly like the photos. The view of the ocean is beautiful and the water is just steps from the back deck. We had a service deliver chairs and a canopy to our beach every morning and it was just perfect. The location is great as it’s not too far from downtown Galveston and there are also a few really good restaurants nearby. Waterman’s and Coopers were both very good with excellent fresh seafood. The house is also a very short walk down the beach from a fun beachside bar; the Tipsy Turtle, where several of our young adult children would go for a drink and a few hours of fun. All in all it was a much better location than staying further down the island. We will definitely be back and won’t hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jillian J.

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

Fun times

Everything was great! The house was beautiful and the floor plan was perfect for entertaining a large group. We would go back in a heartbeat. Only a couple of things I would let people know before coming...there is only 1 towel per person...so if you are like me and like one towel for your head and one for your body...bring extra. Also there is absolutely no spices in the kitchen...I know it is not the responsibility of the house to provide these things but usually there is at least salt and pepper...none of this is a complaint just an FYI to those reading for info to rent this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Leeca W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Birthday Bash

Location fantastic-it stops there! We stay in Galveston every year with family and I do my research on the homes. We also stayed in another house on the same street as this one last year but we had more coming this year and needed a bigger house. I do normality leave a review. DO NOT STAY HERE! This home is stuck in 2004! No updates and dangerous- gas stove that wouldn’t light without using a long lighter. House filled with gas before we found this out. Safety gate at the top patio not there as in the pictures. We had small children that we had to make a makeshift gate for. Electrical plug fried and put the power out to 1/2 the downstairs.Electrian couldn’t fix it due to extensive damage. Management would not bring extension cords or help. We had to go in the pouring down rain to get equipment to help us through the next couple of days. Just a general unkemptness throughout the house. Debris outside from past repairs, cords hanging out of the walls, ladders and extra in the laundry room, dilapidated appliances. No way this home should have been a rental. If it didn’t fall in business hours Gary Greene the management company was no help at all. Out of the 20 years we have been going to Galveston-the worse so far!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

susan o., Houston

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

Disappointed

This property must have been photographed years ago! It is listed as a "Premier Property" and it just did not meet up to those expectations.... couch in main living room is actually coming apart. .kids were afraid to sleep in bunk beds because of missing slats...toilets continually stopping up (wondered why there were plungers in every bath room!?) Bottom of dishwasher was in pieces! Tub in one of masters is NOT for bathing...it is a hot tub for two people with faucets against back wall so you have to climb in just to turn on water...definitely not suitable for older adults. I actually hate giving this house a bad review, because it has good bones and great location, but just isn't maintained well .....
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

J N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Our Family Vacation

The location was beautiful. Perfect area, little street noise, quiet, private beach, and amazing view. A few things about the house itself. None of the bathrooms are handicapped compliant. A wheelchair does not fit through the door, and does not fit into the separate toilet area. The listing says that there are minimal kitchen supplies, but there are plenty of large pots and pans,utensils, plates, and a Keurig. We brought our own not knowing these things were already there. Also, there are plenty of chairs on the decks. We brought several fold-up chairs also not knowing there were already several chairs available. We had several things either broken or not working at all.Both of the master suites on the lower level have lights above the bed that are not working at all. They both have jetted tubs. One of the jetted tubs does not plug up, so you can't fill it with water, and the jets themselves do not work. The other jetted tub does work, but we had to use a flat-head screwdriver to lift back up the plug to drain the tub. Several of the blinds either did not properly go up and down, and some were falling off of the top of the window pane. One of the bedrooms upstairs with one queen bed does not have a closet, and has a minimal dresser. We will definitely stay there again, these things were not deal breakers. But it would be helpful to update your listing to include these things mentioned so people can plan accordingly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

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