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Galveston Beach House w/ Private Deck & Gulf Views

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Property grounds
On the beach
2 bedrooms, free internet, bed sheets
Flat-screen TV
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 658 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Galveston Beach House w/ Private Deck & Gulf Views

Welcome to your ultimate beach getaway! This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom Galveston vacation rental invites you to enjoy beautiful Gulf views from the comfort of your private balcony, or to head out and explore the local attractions nearby! Tour the historic Bishop's Palace, take the kids to Schlitterbahn Waterpark, or simply soak up the sun on the beach that sits just steps from your door. Whatever your agenda holds, this property will provide you with the perfect home base for all your adventures.

-- THE PROPERTY --

GVR02740 | Waterfront Deck | Pets Welcome w/ Fee | Off-Street Parking | Deck & Gas Grill

This lovely Galveston getaway is ideal for a family or group of close friends in search of the quintessential Gulf retreat, thanks to its beachy decor, seaside location, and fantastic outdoor space!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Futon

OUTDOORS: Furnished patio, beach chairs, fish cleaning station, outdoor shower, foot wash, bench swing, well-maintained yard
INDOORS: 2 flat-screen cable TVs, board games, bay windows, open layout, primary bedroom w/ en-suite bath
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, fold-out kitchen table, cooking supplies, dishware & utensils
GENERAL: Free WiFi, iron & board, soft linens, bath & beach towels, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
FAQ: Rain gear recommended during rainy season
PARKING: Gravel driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

WALKING DISTANCE: Beach access (~100 yards), fishing spots, swimming areas, bicycle paths, grocery store, Nate's Westend Seafood & Steaks (0.2 miles)
FAMILY FRIENDLY: Schlitterbahn Waterpark (11.3 miles), Moody Gardens (11.9 miles), Rainforest Pyramid (11.9 miles), Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (14.2 miles)
SIGHTSEEING: The Grand 1984 Opera House (15.7 miles), Bishop’s Palace (15.9 miles), Railroad Museum and Terminal (15.7 miles), 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA (16.0 miles), Lone Star Flight Museum (45.1 miles)
SHOP & DINE: Waterman’s Restaurant (3.4 miles), Galveston Place (11.9 miles), Landry's Seafood House (12.1 miles), The Spot (13.7 miles), Old Galveston Square (15.8 miles)
AIRPORT: George Bush Intercontinental Airport (79.9 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with fee (2 pets maximum)
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: It's highly recommended that guests bring their rain gear and galoshes during the rainy season due to flooding issues in the area that may result in poor drainage of flood water at the property

Property manager

Evolve Vacation Rental Network

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Yard
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fish cleaning table on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 620 sq ft (58 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number GVR02740

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

2BR Galveston House W/private Deck Gulf Views
2BR House W/private Deck Gulf Views
2BR Galveston W/private Deck Gulf Views
2BR W/private Deck Gulf Views
2BR Galveston House W/private Deck Gulf Views
Galveston Beach House w/ Private Deck & Gulf Views Galveston
310419

About the neighborhood

Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Jamaica Beach - 1 min walk
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 2 min drive
  • Broadway - 6 min drive
  • Sea Isle Beach - 6 min drive
  • Moody Gardens - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mario's Pizza Pirates Beach - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hummel's General Store & Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Country Club - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Galveston Beach House w/ Private Deck & Gulf Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Galveston Beach House w/ Private Deck & Gulf Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Galveston Beach House w/ Private Deck & Gulf Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Galveston Beach House w/ Private Deck & Gulf Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this West End vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jamaica Beach, Indian Beach, and Galveston Island State Park Beach. Galveston Island Beaches and Kahala Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Galveston Beach House w/ Private Deck & Gulf Views Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 120 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

cory b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Little Beachfront Property Exactly As Described
Nice little beach house good for a small family. Reminds me of the lake cabin my aunt and uncle had years ago. Not as large as the neighboring properties but it's facing the same ocean. Very pleasant overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite getaway
Very nice and clean house. Easy access to the beach. Love the view from the covered deck. Wish the grill would have been there and the washer and dryer would help with wet clothes but overall it was well worth the price and will rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cheri D.

Liked: Cleanliness
On the Beach
Nice little beach house for a couple or small family wanting easy access to the beach. The covered deck is amazing with a great view! Accommodations are older and very basic, for example there is no dishwasher, but we enjoyed our time there. One caveat, the bathtub and bathroom floor are extremely slippery when wet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jamaca Beach house
Great little place. It only has window units for AC which was our only tiny conplaint. Once we got the house cooled off it was great. We also used a cover to keep the luggt out in the morning so we could sleep a little longer. It was away from the hustle and bustle of Galveston, but close enough to drive in for lunch and dinner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kerri T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, quaint house
House is cute. The location is great. The host was super easy to reach and communication was great. There was an odor that would come and go, I am not sure if it was the house itself, or if it was from the plumbers that were working on something 2 doors down, but the host had maintenance out first thing the next morning to check it out (keep in mind, i was texting the host at 11pm, so the next morning was 100% above and beyond). I am sure the host would fix anything they could if there is a problem. There was a pretty severe storm with high winds and this little house is super sturdy considering it is on stilts and right on the ocean. To the host, i would say thankyou for a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clifton H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute beach bungalow
Cute beach house. Not fancy but great price and location. Perfect for a quick getaway or a long leisurely vacation. Perfect view of the beach and gulf. 10/10 would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun in the sun
We had a great time we always come here (7 years). Close to the water and to the grocery store. Great for anglers too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shamik B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Horrible experience
When I arrived at the property, I tried to access the property via the touch keypad on the entry door and it did not work. I also tried the lockbox downstairs and it did not work / open either. I called the guest contact regarding the issue. I was told that I should try to pry open the lockbox. I responded that I could not do that. Then the local contact said that somebody would come by to fix the issue. I clearly explained that I could not wait with my family and kids stuck there and did not feel safe doing so. I asked him to cancel the reservation and provide me refund but he kept saying that sending somebody over was the best he could do. I never saw the local contact or anybody on the property during my stay. I had my family and kids with me and left the property for safety issue without being able to access. It was getting dark outside and it did not feel safe to stay there at all. Also we were stuck without any access to amenities like restrooms etc. This has been a horrible experience for me and my family. We have never experienced such unprofessional arrangement and behavior for VRBO properties. The property should have been readily accessible. This incident caused huge inconvenience causing a lot of mental stress during the entire experience. I would strongly discourage going with this property and expect that I get my full refund immediately.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Byron G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Mold, Musty, Dirty, Dilapidated, Left Early
What a beautiful spot and what a horrible house! So horrible that we could not stay our entire time and had to leave early. The biggest issue is the black mold that is visible and the musty smell hits you when you walk in. When we got home all of our clothes had to be washed, even the ones we didn’t wear, because they smelled musty. There is visible mold on the curtain and windows. I am sure behind the paneling it is riddled with mold. Other issues: it’s just run down and the online pictures must be really old because it’s not that nice. The patio furniture is different and not nice like the pictures. The place is leaning and one bedroom door doesn’t stay shut, and it doesn’t have a doorknob. The top of the refrigerator is up against the wall but the bottom has a 5 inch gap. The bathroom doors are ridiculous. Dirty and grimy yes, but no knobs and just 99 cent hooks to keep shut. Instead of properly fixing the central AC the owners went on the cheap and put window AC units. They are noisy and near the beds and couch and thus impossible to open windows to air the place out. There is so much condensation between the living room window panels of glass it literally beads all day and it is difficult to see out that window. You know that adds to all the mold. Other lame issues, living room tv didn’t work kitchen utensils were dirty. Dried food crusty kind of dirty. So much for the cleaning fee. Lamps busted, paint all messed up and dirty. Don’t stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S., Ft Worth

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little Beach house
Clean and very cute place. it’s older but had a homey feel and was very comfortable. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Relaxed and enjoyed listening to the waves. I have no complaints at all. Owners responded to our question about the internet very quickly. All was good and I’d stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

DODD M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stuff.
It’s a very nice place. There are a lot of good stores nearby. We had a good time while we were there. The beach is great and the views from the deck were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome view and great location
Great location for a small group. Perfect place for my wife and I to celebrate our anniversary. Appliances look new and house was neat and clean. Shaded deck with terrific view of the Gulf.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H., Kyle, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Mother-Daughter weekend
The home was the perfect size for me and my daughter. We sat on the front porch in the mornings and evenings and watched the waves roll in and out. Close to the city of Galveston to meet up with friends for lunch and stroll The Strand.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Johna G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Did not stay.
We walked into the property and it was 90 degrees in the house. None of the air conditioners were on. We were able to turn on one of the window units but someone came to turn on the other one. The house had a very strong urine smell and we were told by the owners representative who came to turn on the air conditioner that it was because the house was close to the ocean. The representative also was spraying disinfectant after he turned on the air. He could smell the foul odor. I lived in a coastal town my first 17 years and ocean does not make a house smell like a litter box. Also the pictures did not match the listing and the front door looked like it had seen better days. There were loose boards on the deck. I like renting a beach house so my 80 year old mother can watch the ocean from the deck. The stairs and deck were not safe for her to walk on. We asked the owner and Evolve for a refund and they refused. We booked another property and did not stay one night in the Bristow house. We suspect the house may have black mold because all of our allergies were blooming after just the little time we were there. I was extremely happy with the house we stayed in last year and thought listings on VRBO could be trusted. You might want to take this one down off your site. Now I am out over $4000 for my weeks vacation on accommodations since we had to book somewhere else. I am very unhappy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dust L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place needs work
Great location right off the beach with great extras like towels cooking ware and other little things just felt like the house could have looked a little nicer on outside and a little nicer lighting like rope lights and the house had a sewer smell at front door and ran on window units so house was pretty warm most of the time but had a great time sitting on the patio and enjoying the ocean breeze
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seascape
Pictures on listing were outdated. Initial impression was disappointing. After entering the property the interior was better than the exterior. A/C was ok at night, not so much during the heat of the day. Deck roofing very rusty & has big holes in it (but it didn’t rain while we were there) Some of the features advertised were not present: outdoor grille, foot washing shower, etc. Arrived on Friday & trash bin was already full & wasn’t emptied until Monday after we checked out. The house was sufficient for our needs, but had a few issues. Next time I will pay a little more & maybe get something a little nicer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little beach house
We had a great time here! Great location next to the beach! Cons: It's a little run down and outdated, tiny shower, terrible walkway, we were awoken by a neighbors air pump ( thin walls ), couldn't access the washer and dryer and the house was 90 degrees when we arrived.. June in the Texas heat.. Took almost 18 hours to cool off and the fridge smelled. Pros : Seems like a safe neighborhood, great location, cute, good for two ppl even though it could technically accommodate more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Location!
We absolutely loved the location of this cottage. Breathtaking views, short walk to the beach and away from all the traffic. The cottage itself was the perfect size for our family. We spent most of our time outside, so mostly used it for sleeping. The only issue we ran into was the A/C window units didn’t cool very well and were extremely noisy. If you like a bath sheet size towel, bring your own, as the ones provided are small. The kitchen had all we needed for preparing our meals. The kitchen, bathroom and beds were clean, but the place could use a deep clean of the windows, floorboards, trim and fresh paint. We would definitely stay again, as the location was perfect,
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha H., Odessa TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is amazing
My 4 boys loved the quick access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandie D., TUCSON

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location
This property had wonderful views of the ocean. Wonderful neighborhood. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Donna K W.

Vacation
The view is a 10. Grass was tall and needed cutting. Old ac unit was on the picnic table down stairs so you could not use. Very muddy at the stairs could use some stepping stones. Some wiring hanging down from rafters down stairs. Could use some tlc on the property. Otherwise we had a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malena E., Carrollton, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Ocean View!
Perfect location. Loved walking out to the beach and sitting on the back porch. Views are gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great visit
This place met my needs perfectly. I’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Julie R., Fallon, Nevada

Disliked: Cleanliness
Black mold
I grew up on the Gulf Coast. I’m aware of humidity and mold. But the mold IN this house was atrocious. The washing machine not only did not work, but was full of mold and undissolved detergent pods. There was no city garbage bin. I had to take clothes to a laundromat which took up my vacation time. There is black mold all over the inside of this house. The ac units don’t work. We found that out when trying to air out the musty, moldy house. The porch roof leaked so badly that water was coming in the front door. You could not sit in the porch when it rained. The windows have failed and are super cloudy. This house should be condemned. We should get more than $64 back, which the “host” gave us when I informed him of the problems.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Kimberly R.

Location, Location, Location!
It's our 3rd year at this property and always enjoy our stay! There are some updates required that would make the property more appealing. But this place it truly all about location! The views, the sound of the ocean, the beach is right at your doorstep! It's a very peaceful area to just sit back and relax!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023