Title: Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach! 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 # Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach! Cottage with kitchen, a short walk to Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94356800/94356796/2b0aa97c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94356800/94356796/82a5e771.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94356800/94356796/491bba43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94356800/94356796/75482a2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94356800/94356796/6b3c5e44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A short walk from Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach! provides a garden, a playground and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51140 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking included - Outdoor space - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach! Cottage with kitchen, a short walk to Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier A garden, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 1.5 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a patio and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers a ceiling fan. Rooms open to patios. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Direct access to a private beach ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Playground ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8770000/8761300/8761261/20acee71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gaido's Seaside Inn Midtown - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number GVR13239 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 'rose's Beach House' Near Pleasure Pier Beach Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach! Cottage Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach! Galveston ## About the area Located near the beach, this cottage is in Kempner Park, 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 Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Galveston travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galveston.dx1341) [View more Cottages in Galveston](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galveston-Cottages.d1341-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C29.29028%2C-94.79230&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=652126g-YE1iG0Z32U3RxD3Bs58=) Galveston, TX ### What's nearby - Galveston Seawall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Port of Galveston - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles - University of Texas Medical Branch - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 55 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Spot - ‬16 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk - ‪Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. - ‬6 min walk - ‪Fish Tales - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Poop Deck - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach!? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach!? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach! located? > Located in Kempner Park, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bright Texas Retreat Near Pleasure Pier & Beach! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The house was amazing. 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