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Walk to restaurants/bars. 3 Blocks from Seawall. Free Beach Pass/Umbrela/Chairs

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Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Walk to restaurants/bars. 3 Blocks from Seawall. Free Beach Pass/Umbrela/Chairs

Historical 1902 house with off-street parking. We are three blocks from the beach. Features include a private back patio with a tropical setting and Gas Grill, Wi-Fi, Smart 32" TV with DVD and Google Chromecast, washer/dryer, central air and electric heat. 1 BR with an additional pull out couch in the LR. It is located in the historic San Jacinto district of Galveston and within walking distance of many of the island's feature attractions. Free parking on the beach, with free beach umbrella and 2 chairs; on beautiful Poretto Beach. This applies to everyday for our guests; all Summer and weather permitting in the fall.

Property manager

Rhonda Brown

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. 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
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 GVR03189

About the area

Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Port of Galveston - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Seawall Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to restaurants/bars. 3 Blocks from Seawall. Free Beach Pass/Umbrela/Chairs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk to restaurants/bars. 3 Blocks from Seawall. Free Beach Pass/Umbrela/Chairs?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to restaurants/bars. 3 Blocks from Seawall. Free Beach Pass/Umbrela/Chairs?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to restaurants/bars. 3 Blocks from Seawall. Free Beach Pass/Umbrela/Chairs located?

Located in San Jacinto, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of East End Historic District, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston and Galveston Seawall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Walk to restaurants/bars. 3 Blocks from Seawall. Free Beach Pass/Umbrela/Chairs Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Sweet little house

Enjoyed our stay- house was just right for us
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

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

San Jacinto

Cute little house that is just perfect for a couple to get away and spend time at the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

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

Perfect!

Such a cozy & pleasant cottage and only a short drive to the beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

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

Cute and cozy

Cozy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarence G.

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

Great spot for fun weekend

This is a great property close to everything we wanted to do. Very comfortable and great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

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

Wonderful Host

Rhonda makes sure you feel at home and goes above and beyond to accommodate. We have stayed at the little beach house twice and both times it’s been a perfect place to spend the weekend. Close to everything and Rhonda has everything you could possibly need for a great beach getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamie B.

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

Great place to stay!

Loved this little house. Rhonda was very nice & helpful. Will be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Madilynn K.

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

Amazing

Loved the easy access to the beach and amenities. Great get away! Parking was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

June H.

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

Cute little house in perfect location

This little house is perfectly located for exploring Galveston. The neighborhood is quiet and the owners are very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

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

Amazing

This place was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

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

Perfect weekend get away.

The little house one the beach was perfect. Just a short walk to the beach. Very homey, clean. Look forward to going next year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage

Cozy and cute cottage. We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Close to everything

Cute little house, walking distance to the beach, restaurants , and bars. Very clean and had everything we needed. We will definitely stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Short walk to seawall

Clean comfortable place, nice kitchen, great patio for grilling.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bridget O.

Great...very comfortable.

Away from all the hustle and bustle but still located close to restaurants and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Monica H., Bastrop

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

Loved our stay

The house was very nice, had everything we needed and was very clean! The location is very convenient and within walking distance to the seawall. Easy to communicate with the owner. We all had a great time. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Latresa P.

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

Lovely Little House

We loved our house. It was small, but lovely. Will use this house again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob or Kathy M.

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

Nice place to winter

The house was as pictured. Close to everything and so walkable to beach and many great eating places. The birds kept us company in the back garden, the front porch a great place to read. If you want a sweet home away this is it.
Stayed 58 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis S.

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

Great time at the little Mermaid House.

The property owner is friendly, responsive, and willing to make our stay very nice. The property is a wonderful historic house in Galveston just a couple blocks from the beach. We love this experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

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

Perfect Weekend Getaway

House was just the perfect thing for the two of us. Very clean and basically everything that one would need. Owners were very pleasant and always available for questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Wonderful Place to Get Away

We came for a long weekend and to celebrate our anniversary. The little house is lovely and cozy and great fun for a couple looking to escape. The backyard patio was shaded and cool even in the middle of a hot summer afternoon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Curtis S.

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

The House With The Mermaid

This is a delightful property within walking distance of the ocean and yummy cafes. The owner is delightful and responsive. D definitely will book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K., San Antonio, TX

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

Cute Casita

Well appointed and comfortable home. Place was clean and had all the necessary amenities one would need. Check-in/out process easy. Would recommend other VRBO-ers to book for a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Veronica R.

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

Get-A-Way

Such a cute house in a great location to the beach. Enjoyed my time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gail T.

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

Great, relaxing place to getaway!

So cute! Near everything, 10-15 minute walk to the beach. Quiet neighborhood. Dishes, pots & pans if you want to cook and lots of great restruants close by!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021