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Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Beach
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 1092.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Bermuda Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • West Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Third Bedroom

1 Queen Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views


Get ready to sit back, relax and enjoy your best vacation at Xanadu, a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom beach cottage in Galveston. Enjoy gulf views with your favorite drink on the spacious deck or spend your days on family-friendly Bermuda Beach. Spend your evenings listening to the sounds of the waves or relax on one of the large comfortable sofas playing board games, reading a book or watching a movie. This home has a fully stocked kitchen and a lower outdoor patio for grilling. Just 10 minutes from Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn, shops and restaurants and only 20 minutes from the Pleasure Pier and Downtown Galveston. Whether you are travelling with family or a group of friends, this is the place for you!



Property manager

Julie and Laurence Hayden
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
NO LOUD PARTIES/GATHERINGS ALLOWED ON PROPERTY
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
2 pets welcome for addtional fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the property
MAX Occupancy is 10. Over-occupancy will result in a cancellation of this agreement with no refund.
No smoking or vaping inside the property
No events or parties

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
Note from host: NO LOUD PARTIES/GATHERINGS ALLOWED ON PROPERTY
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GVR05911

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galveston

Located on the beach, this cottage is in 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 Broadway. 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

  • Bermuda Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • West Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pirate's Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Moody Gardens - 11 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's on the Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Island Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Texas Pit Stop BBQ - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views located?

Nestled on the beach, this West End cottage is steps from Bermuda Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Galveston Island Beaches. West Beach and Spanish Grant Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 67 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

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

Chillin in Bermuda Beach Galveston

Last minute weekend trip from Houston. Very comfortable, relaxing and perfect beach location in West end. Our host Julie was very accomadating and the rental has everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas K.

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

Fantastic Beach House

The house is clean and well maintained. It comes with lots of amenities (everything you would want for the beach, closet of toys and games, a grill and more). It is steps from the beach. The hosts are also extremely helpful and accommodating. Easily the best VRBO hosts I have worked with.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nono D.

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

Beautiful stay!

We love our stay at this fully furnished and well accommodated place! The vicinity to the beach is definitely attractive! We will want to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Everything was wonderful!

We really enjoyed our stay. The host responds very quickly to all inquiries and is very easy to work with. They left lots of extras in the house for us like snacks, a bottle of wine, coffee and kitchen staples in the refrigerator. The house was clean and comfortable. There's an amazing view and a very short walk to the beach. We would definitely stay at this location again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drew G.

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

What a weekend

Our family decided last minute to head to the beach, and boy are we glad we did! The house was great, tons of amenities, very clean, right on the beach. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Amazing

Wonderful property and top tier host!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Wonderful stay - great hosts

Had a great time. The property was every bit as good as advertised, exceptionally well provisioned, and Julie couldn’t have done more to make our arrival and stay as smooth as possible.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jeff F., Berwick

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

Labor Day Relaxation

We had a great stay over the Labor Day Weekend. Nice place with good view and easy access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julian G.

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

Great stay for local family

We live in Galveston and like to get a beach house every once in a while for a staycation. This house was great and served our needs very well. The location is great and close to the city so if you want to get in to hit a restaurant or other amenity this is a great location. The house itself was well appointed and clean - there were games, movies, and everything you need for a good beach setup. Working with the host was easy and she helped make our stay excellent. I hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

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

Summer get away

Awesome experience! Would highly recommend and will plan to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Nice getaway

Nice property on beach and close to town. Clean, well stocked and super nice owners. Will return for future stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Great location right by the beach!

Our family took a beach vacation at this lovely location - the deck was perfect for reading and listening to the waves. Everything was set up nicely for guests with all the house things and beach things you could need. I would chose this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Wonderful

We loved this beach house for our family getaway. It had all the things we needed even for our baby and beach items. Our favorite part was the very close proximity to Bahama Beach. We loved having a temperature controlled outdoor shower for being able to rinse off after being at the beach. Julie was very responsive and accommodating. We will stay here again when we come back to Galveston.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lanita L.

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

Steps to the beach!

We loved our stay here. Very nice house with a great deck and awesome views. Wonderful communication with the host. Everything thing you need is already there. Well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. Comfy beds. You won’t be disappointed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus C.

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

Labor Day

We rented over the Labor Day Weekend and it was the perfect weekend. We were visiting our son who attends A&M Galveston. The house was perfect for our family of 7. The kitchen had everything we needed to make breakfast and lunch! Bathroom were well stocked. The patio view was breathtaking. We cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Wonderful locations and house!

We had a wonderful time! Clean, great view and a pleasure to coordinate with. What more could one ask for?!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Get Away

Our stay at this quant was perfect. Our host had left us a bottle of wine and a stocked fridge, with water and soft drinks, which was well above and beyond most places. the arrival time listed and exit times where the main reason we came here versus other places and our host allowed us to come earlier and leave later still. It’s a gracious place with a gracious host, and we will return again! Joyfully, Mike
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P., Houston, TX

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

Perfect family weekend getaway

This place was wonderful. It was right on the beach and off the main road in a quiet area. It was a perfect little vacation for our family. Plenty of space and could have accommodated more than our group of four. The house was clean and in good order. It was well stocked and had everything you needed to cook or clean. The host was very attentive and communicative. I can recommend for a family and I would stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antrechelle D.

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

Staying at Xanadu Cottage was like stepping into a cozy dream!

From the moment we walked in, we were enveloped in warmth and comfort. The kids (even the 17-year-old) were instantly captivated by the cabinet full of top-tier board games. Watching them bond and laugh together was pure magic, making memories we’ll cherish forever. Julie, our host, was fantastic, with communication that made everything a breeze. The view of the beach? Simply breathtaking. Waking up to those ocean waves was like having front-row seats to God's best show. The beds were so comfortable we had to drag ourselves out each morning, and those cuddle blankets? They were a total game-changer! The entire house was a big, comfy hug that made our stay unforgettable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alma k.

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

Great Getaway

The Xanadu Beach house was the perfect getaway for us. The house is in a great location. It's not too close to the busyness of the Seawall but close enough in case you need to run in for something. It has beautiful beach views and super easy access to the beach. The host was SUPER accommodating and easy to work with, not to mention the nice welcome with fresh flowers and a bottle of wine. The house is clean and organized with everything you could possibly need. The kitchen is well stocked for anyone wanting to cook meals. We enjoyed our time immensely. Hoping to go back real soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANNETTE B.

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

Perfect for beach getaway

This property was wonderful; the view from the deck alone is reason enough to rent this house! The hosts obviously anticipated anything and everything that you might need and even checked in with us halfway through our stay to make sure everything was satisfactory. The house was very clean and steps away from the beach. Close enough to access shopping along the sea wall but far away enough to avoid the crowds. Since our dogs were welcome, we were able to enjoy morning and evening walks on the beach with them. We brought our own fishing rods buts they even had some at the house as well. I would stay here again in a heartbeat and highly recommend to everyone else!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

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

The feeling of staying at a family friend’s beautiful beach getaway.

I had the most incredible stay at this beachfront house! It’s an absolute gem, and I would give it five stars without hesitation. The location is breathtaking, with the beach right at your doorstep. The amenities were top-notch - from a well-equipped kitchen to comfortable bedrooms and a spacious living area, everything was perfect. But what truly sets this place apart is the excellent communication with the renter. They were incredibly responsive and accommodating, making our stay even more enjoyable. Whether we had questions about the property or needed recommendations for nearby attractions, they were always there to help. I can’t recommend this beachfront house enough. It’s the perfect getaway for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat with all the comforts of home. I can’t wait to return for another visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi C.

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

Wondderful Winter Retreat

Decided to spend my birthday at the beach this year with the family and family dog. This place is a little gem. The house was exactly as expected and so was the wonderful view of the beach. The deck and seating was great for enjoying a cup of coffee outside in the morning or a glass of wine at night. In the afternoons, we enjoyed going for long walks on the beach with the dog. Perfect! We loved our stay and Julie was a very attentive host. Our last night, the power went out due to high winds and freezing weather, but the place was well-stocked with flashlights and extra blankets to get us through the cold night. Julie kept us informed of any status changes of the repair to the power until we left the next morning. We would definitely come back again! ...maybe just not during a freak arctic blast. 😂
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig V.

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

Excellent property

The easiest experience I’ve ever had, the house had everything. The reviews don’t lie.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

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

Bermuda Beach, Galveston, Texas

Great location on the beach without traffic and ease of access to all island activities. The home is clean and comfortable and well equipped. The owner communicates well and ensured we had a good experience with the rental of her home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Julie and Laurence Hayden

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We are locally based residents, living within a 60 minute drive of Xanadu Beach Cottage. We clean and maintain the property ourselves and love to provide a more personal touch to our guest's vacation.

Why they chose this property

Bermuda Beach is lovely smaller beach community, the residents and beach home owners do a lot to keep it a beautiful family orientated location. There is a smaller parking area on the beach as you drive in but the rest of the beach is vehicle free.

Languages:

English

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