You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Portofino Seaside Escape
Enjoy water views and sunrise off Galveston bay from the front porch/balcony! Escape to this beach themed home with many windows for natural light and an open concept floorplan. It is 3 bd 2 bth 1620 sqft 17' off the ground on stilts (no lift) but the house is single story. It sleeps up to 10 with 2 foldaway beds. Middle room includes tv, desk and chair for working/gaming. Spacious backyard with outdoor dining, refrigerator and firepit. Pet friendly.
Property manager
Julie Mathos
Languages
English, French, Italian, Spanish
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Heated pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
4 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Heated pool
Optional golf privileges
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
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Welcome to Casa Seabrook, your By-The-Sea-Get-Away!!
Welcome to Casa Seabrook, your By-The-Sea-Get-Away!!
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
4 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Entry has stairs, not wheelchair access
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 is also known as
Vrbo Property
Portofino Seaside Escape Seabrook
Portofino Seaside Escape Private vacation home
Portofino Seaside Escape Private vacation home Seabrook
About the neighborhood
Seabrook, TX
What's nearby
Clear Lake - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Kemah Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
Kemah Lighthouse District - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
NASA Johnson Space Center - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
Space Center Houston - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Aquarium Restaurant - 7 min drive
Landry's Seafood House - 6 min drive
Saltgrass Steak House - 6 min drive
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co - 6 min drive
Tookie's Seafood - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Portofino Seaside Escape pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).
What time is check-in at Portofino Seaside Escape?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Portofino Seaside Escape?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Portofino Seaside Escape located?
Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Bayside Park and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Kemah Boardwalk. Clear Lake and Kemah School House are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Portofino Seaside Escape Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Great location and a very nice house for a crew racing sailboats on Galveston Bay. Nice view of the Bay and great access for drone launch and retrieval. Best for a group of four or five since "twin beds" really are a trundle bed and others would have to be on the nice large sofas in the family room. Hot tub was great after sailing!
This was our babymoon/last family trip of 3 plus late celebration of my daughter’s 13th birthday. We love Kemah, and make a day trip to Galveston every time. We loved the location of this house. It was absolutely perfect! We also discovered a beach really close by, El Jardin. It was perfect for families. This house had it all. My daughter enjoyed the hot tub in the evenings, and the view is so nice, too. Extremely clean. Super nice neighborhood. The house just had all the comforts of home.
This was a fantastic property. A little crazy right now with the construction, but honestly better than staying in Kemah where it seemed to be worse. I loved the house and the location. My only complaint is that the house smelled of pets and a bit of pet urine. They tried to cover it up by using an infuser, but since I'm allergic to the chemicals in those things, I had to turn it off. Since they allowed my pets because they have pets, I hate to complain about pet smell, but I figure someone without pets should know. The property was overall clean. I think if they got rid of the carpets, that would probably resolve the issue.
Amanda F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
Janet M.
2 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Nice Location
The property was as described. The only downside to our side was the poor communication with the host. We asked to stay an additional night and the house was available but the host could not negotiate with VRBO to let it happen.
For 20 years we spent most weekends on our little houseboat on Clear Lake until 12 years ago the storms finally sent her to that “Big Marina in the Sky”. This was our first time to spend a few days checking out our old hangouts.
Our stay at Portofino was thoroughly enjoyable! Our two Yorkies were comfortable and safe, and the house is convenient to all the Kemah and Seabrook restaurants and activities. While it’s obvious the property sees lots of pets, it was very clean and fresh, and fully stocked with everything.
Our sincere thanks to the owners for a most pleasant walk down memory lane!
There’s nothing lacking in this property. It’s beautiful, stocked with anything you might need, great location. Even comparing this to other Vrbo’s in the US and Europe, this exceeds our expectations.
Janice L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
6/10 Okay
Krista K.
18 October 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Decent stay
Our stay was good but with perfect 5 star ratings and price we paid when I booked - I was a little disappointed. The house had night amenities for anything you would need but the bedding felt older and was pilling, and beds had a slight odor like someone had sweat in them night after night. It was hard to get a good nights sleep. The location was great, close to everything, and great view of the water but was off put by the bedding and beds.
we absolutely loved our stay here! we travel a lot as a family of 5, and this was definitely one of our favorite vrbo's! we were in houston mostly to see nasa, so the location was perfect! wonderful kitchen to cook in, loved having the hot tub, and loved the front porch!
owner was great to communicate with--air conditioning wasn't working quite perfectly in the morning and she responded IMMEDIATELY and it was fixed in no time at all! super impressive!
thanks so much for hosting! we would highly recommend!
Everything was wonderful if I did forget anything they supplied a lot in the house. The owner was nice and replied in a timely matter. Definitely will come back again.
This house was burning short of amazing! The view from the front porch of the house was breathtaking! The only thing I’d say is that the first aid kit needs to be stocked- because there i cut myself while cooking and there were two bandaids, gauze, and some anti itch cream in the kit! The hosts were so quick to fix both things I called about so I’m sure they will stock it before next guests arrive!
Julie's property is ideally located btwn dwntwn Houston and Galveston Island. It has wonderful views of the bay from patio, a relaxing hot tub, and a few beaches within minutes away, as well.
We had a wonderful time at this property! The owner was cleaning it when we wanted to check in early, and he was able to get us in early!! The property had everything we could ever need!!! Will be coming back!!
We came down for my 9 year old daughter to attend Robotics Space Camp for the week. My Mom traveled with us as well - the 3 bedroom house was perfect! We each had our own room - all the beds were fabulous! The house is well stocked and has lovely views from the front porch. We will be back - thank you for another wonderful stay!!!
Beautiful coastal home with ocean views. Perfect place to have family over after my mother's Celebration of Life. Very comfortable, clean and the most amenities ever! Would love to come back to stay again!
We had a seamless experience in renting this property. The house was as described and in a great and easy to find location. The owners were very welcoming in their instructions and very willing to help. We did not need to contact them as the home had everything we needed.
THE GOOD
Overall, closer to 3.75/5. Other reviews accurately illustrate several of the property's excellent amenities. We enjoyed the large kitchen. Covered parking is a plus on sun-filled hot days. Lots of space, though the third bedroom's bed is tiny. Outdoor hose provided to wash sand off. The back yard is likely a great place for Fido to roam/do business. Attractive property as you drive in. You have a partial bay view from 2nd floor (large waterfront houses across the street block much of the view). Mini fridge is provided next to grill. Nice outdoor picnic table with string lighting. Front porch/deck would be great if not for the car noise. The house is close to Kemah Boardwalk (but not walking distance). There is a decent little park around the corner (within walking distance) with covered basketball courts, a public swimming pool and a small disc golf course. Small corner grocery close by. Neighborhood felt safe (a big +). Ample seating in living area. Good TV with cable, several apps for movie viewing.
THE BAD (Owners should address)
The gas grill's propane tank was empty (bummer!). An outdoor, ground floor video camera struck me as odd for a property rental. We could not get the carport gate to operate so we parked outside of it. The Edison bulbs in the kitchen are annoying. The door lock mechanism was a pain and was difficult to operate. Small master shower, but good water pressure.
THE UGLY (Not much owners can do about these)
Until the new highway construction is complete nearby, plan extra time to get to where you're going. I am stunned none of the reviews mention the busy street and resulting noise. Some of it is from cars going too fast, but there does not appear to be a lot of wall insulation either. It was loudest during commuter times (sunrise & sunset). It does fortunately taper off at bedtime. A stilt house sways ... anytime somebody gets up to walk to another room. Odd feeling. Not a perfect location for beaching in Galveston. It's a legit 40-plus minute drive to the island. But you're not paying seawall prices to stay here.
Going through the process of reserving the home was quick and easy. We heard from the owner which was very personal and felt welcomed. The home was very clean and had all that we required. To top it all, the view was beautiful!
Thank you for opening your home to our family.