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Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn

Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn

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Picture yourself sitting here watching the water
Looking in from the balcony
Looking out to the water & sky
Relax - you deserve it!
You can see the water from your pillow

Overview of Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6108 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

Map
Galveston, TX
  • Popular LocationGalveston Island Convention Center2 min drive
  • Popular LocationMoody Gardens3 min drive
  • Popular LocationGalveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark3 min drive
  • AirportHouston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)76 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn

Just the thought of a mermaid conjures up pure relaxation and that is exactly what you will experience from the moment you arrive at Mermaid's Retreat where everything is inviting and new and waiting for you to arrive!

From the second you step inside you are greeted with the colors of water and sky, and a view from the door across the living room straight to the Gulf of Mexico.

"Spacious" does not do justice to the expanse of the condo - 2 bedrooms and 2 baths - with over 1100 square feet to spread out and enjoy.

Just as the mermaid is a beautiful creature – Mermaids Retreat has been created beautifully for your vacationing pleasure in Galveston – with each detail considered and your comfort in mind. Just about everything is brand new in 2017 – from the décor to the owners to the customer service you will receive, to the spirit of the playful mermaid that resides within the walls of this condo.

The complex itself has a fitness room, two pools, is beach-front and gated. This particular condo stands out and will quickly become your favorite to visit and talk about. Second floor – offering awesome views – an end unit providing additional natural lighting. The complex is comprised of many buildings of condos – some border the pools and grounds of the complex, this one, while an easy walk to the pools, is truly beach front allowing you to wave watch the balcony, living room and master bedroom.

For your comfort, each of the two bedrooms has a king size bed, large dresser & night stand, 39” flat panel television, quiet 3-speed ceiling fan, and walk in closet. The master features an en-suite bath with tile and glass walk-in shower, luggage rack and hair dryer.

The master bedroom is gulf front allowing you to see the water.

The second bedroom holds the iron & ironing board in the closet and has a second luggage rack.

You will love to gather in the living room of this condo – which is all newly furnished and decorated in a soothing palette that brings to mind colors and movement of the water. The reclining chair is like sitting on a marshmallow – no, a cloud! The sofa is just as comfortable and at night converts to additional sleeping space on an upgraded gel mattress. There is a 42” flat panel television for your group to catch the weather and plan tomorrow’s activities. The quiet 3 speed ceiling fan provides silent comfort – and the sliding door balcony access allows you to watch from inside or out. The balcony offers whicker seating and great views of Babe’s Beach, added through beach expansion in 2016.

The kitchen is perfect for the family chef with stainless appliances including a double door refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, electric cook top range, and dishwasher , plenty of granite counter space for preparation, and countertops appliances including blender, toaster, coffee maker. There are plenty of quality dishes, glassware, flatware and cookware. If total relaxation is the plan, our guest information book will provide you with a list of just some of the local eateries that are the favorites of the lovely family who owns this condo.

The dining room has a table perfect for 6 to gather and enjoy a meal, a board or card game, or great conversation.

The second bath, located near the second bedroom and dining room with common area access, features a tub/shower combination, granite counters and a hair dryer.

You can pack lightly for your vacation, if you wish, as the condo has a full-sized washer & dryer in the unit should you wish to do laundry while you are here. (Because skin can be so sensitive and become accustomed to the laundry products we all use at home, we do not provide these at the condo.)

Technology: Basicc XFinity cable on all televisions, WiFi included at no cost to our guests, and Roku for streaming and Netflix on televisions in both bedrooms and the living room!

Your first stay at Mermaids Retreat will not be your last – you may be calling for your next reservation before you leave!

The Dawn Condominium Complex charge $40.00 per vehicle for stays of 1-3 nights and $50.00 per vehicle for stays of 4 nights or longer as a parking/resort/amenity fees. This is not a charge from My Galveston Getaway and is paid directly to the complex upon your arrival. They will issue a parking permit and may issue wristbands that identify guests who are authorized at the complex. They will also provide guests with the codes for the gates to enter the property - both drive-through and walk through.

Very spacious condo with a covered balcony overlooking the gulf where you can enjoy your morning coffee while wave and bird watching.

What's included: Bed linens for all beds, bath, hand and wash cloth for each guest that the unit welcomes. We do not provide beach/pool towels and we do ask that ours not be removed from the condo and taken to the beach or pool. They can get damaged or lost.

Starter supplies: 2 rolls of 2-ply, quilted toilet paper, a roll of paper towels, a dishwasher tablet, small dishwashing liquid, sponge, 2 small soaps, 2 small shampoos, trash bag, and coffee including sweeteners, stir sticks, powdered creamer to make that first pot. These are not intended to last your entire group through your entire stay - but to get in, get situated and figure out where you will shop for what on the island.

Come Stay With Us at Mermaid's Retreat.

Property manager

Cathie, Brian & Jennifer
Premier Host
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Some OWNERS have a pet, renters may not have pets.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest is required to sign rental agreement. A cancellation fee applies. Minimum age to rent is 25. If you book the rental-you must be present onsite
All people are people regardless of size/age. Underage drinking/illegal activities not allowed. 3rd Party Rentals not permitted. No smoking/vaping.
See agreement about dogs: restrictions, breeds, size, whether property allows pets, fees apply. Dogs ONLY, no more than 2/100# total.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR03963

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galveston

Located in Galveston, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Galveston Seawall and Strand Historic District are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center and Palm Beach are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • 61st Street Fishing Pier - 14 min walk
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 2 min drive
  • Moody Gardens - 3 min drive
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 3 min drive
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Moody Gardens - 4 min drive
  • Whataburger - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 15 min walk
  • Starbucks - 2 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In - 8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Galveston condo is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seawall Beach and Galveston Island Convention Center. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patty S., Montgomery

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lone Star Rally weekend 🏍️
We came in on Friday just a little bit early and we were able to get our parking passes taken care of while we waited. There is a new process for getting your passes. It’s very easy but sharing so those of us that are repeat renters, it’s good to know. The view was awesome from our balcony. However, I didn’t realized the increased level of noice that would bring. All good though, we were at the Rally for that very reason. Beautiful condo, we would come back to this one again for sure. The location is perfect, just far enough to be away from all the craziness of the Rally but close enough to enjoy and return safely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

rachelle p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get away
Nice, clean, right across the street from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Galveston birthday
Everything about the condo was perfect except that it had not been cleaned properly prior to our arrival. There was quite a bit of sand on the floors and bathrooms.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Late September - no crowd, perfect weather
We stayed 4 days m-th. Beach was easy accessible, beautiful ocean/beach views from the balcony, living room, and master bedroom. We had everything we needed after we ordered grocery pick up from kroger and then from walmart (very close to condo).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cathie, Brian & Jennifer

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The owners fell in love with the location of this condo - beach front to watch the water, end unit for additional natural light, second floor for its great views without too many steps to start their vacation (they stay here, too!) and the complex with all of its amenities. After picking the perfect condo - they selected everything personally to make it ready for guests, the way they would want a place to be in the locations that they visit. Attention to detail and guest comfort was considered with every selection.

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