Title: Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location! Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057100/102057068/e4784cc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057100/102057068/d24a8d8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057100/102057068/4ad4cbef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057100/102057068/d427f2e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057100/102057068/4b1c5d2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the Blue-bay Cottage, a charming coastal chic retreat with tranquil backyard and fire pit. Located in a peaceful neighborhood with bay view, it's perfect for fishing and kayaking or evening walks. The interior features vintage decor mixed with modern touches. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41050 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location! Whether you’re looking for a family getaway, girl's trip or a romantic weekend. This charming coastal chic cottage with a tranquil backyard including a fire pit, has what you’re looking for. Located in a peaceful neighborhood with bay view and access to fishing and kayaking. Centrally located to the beach, Strand area, Moody Garden and Pleasure Pier. THE SPACE: Welcome to the Blue-bay Cottage! As the name tells we are close to the Bay. Ideal for fishing and kayaking and evening walks. The house was built in 2012 with 2 bedrooms both with queen size beds. 1 full size bathroom. Full size and equipped kitchen with breakfast area and bar chairs. The house interior is a mix of vintage and modern decor and wall paintings. Tropical front and tranquil back yard. The Space \- Firepit with plenty of seating. \- Outdoor dinner table perfect for morning coffee and evening dinner. \- Private driveway with parking space for two cars. \- WiFi, 2 Smart TV's PLEASE NOTE - I AM A SUPERHOST/ GUEST FAVORITE ON AIRBNB, but new VRBO. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 15 steps to reach entrance - Accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - In-room accessibility - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,050 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115460000/115455600/115455533/7801bb95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sugar Shack Bungalow | In-Town, Cozy Retreat Midtown - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=115455533&PinnedHotelID=115455533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79810000/79802900/79802894/977f3b57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Victorian Near West End - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 7.2 Good 152 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=79802894&PinnedHotelID=79802894&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32625800/32625775/65f6cabc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront condo near Top Places! 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The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 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 GVR11287 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.28544%2C-94.83073&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1WtU41--6D_ROLNTExZQx4A_2Jo=) Galveston, TX #### What's nearby - Moody Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Port of Galveston - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles - Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles #### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk - ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location! located? > This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Seawall Beach, NOAA Fisheries Galveston Laboratory and Samuel May Williams House. Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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