This condo accommodates 6 guests with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features 1 hot tub, 1 outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Enjoy ocean views from the patio and balcony while engaging in motorboating, windsurfing, and parasailing nearby. San Luis Beach and Half Moon Beach serve as attractions for family adventures.
Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Check our reviews - still the BEST location on the beach!
BEST location on the Gulf! Close to both the beach club and the crossover for the beach. Enjoy sunrise with morning coffee and moonrise with a glass of wine from your private balcony! Because of the bend in Cat Tail Drive, all maps seem to be misleading - We are on the beach!
Cat Tail Condo is a 2/2 beach front "Beach Club Villa" condo located at the highly sought after Pointe West Resort on the West End of Galveston. Professionally decorated, well maintained, and ideal for 4 to 6 guests close to the Beach Club and dune walkovers.
This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo has 1095 SQFT and a large patio with entrances from the master bedroom and the living area. The master has a large walk-in shower and double sinks, the guest bath has a bath/shower combo, and both baths have granite counters. The split bedroom floor plan provides for added privacy. The kitchen has a large serving/snack bar, ample cabinets and pantry, stainless appliances, and granite countertops. The living/dining combo allows for easy access and entertaining.
As of the spring of 2024, all mattresses are new and the guest bedroom has all new furniture. Thanks to Hurricane Beryl (July 2024), carpeting in the bedrooms has been replaced and upgraded to high quality vinyl flooring. New hurricane proof doors to the porch. January 2026 - completely repainted with new light fixtures and shower door.
There is a storage unit in the garage filled with beach chairs, toys, and an umbrella which you are welcome to use. You will need to bring your own beach towels but linens and bath towels are provided for you and the beds will already be made up for your arrival!
The kitchen is fully stocked with silverware, dishes, glasses, cooking utensils, pots and pans, a combination drip/Keurig coffee maker, toaster, toaster oven, blender, electric mixer, and an array of condiments and spices. Of course, if you are on vacation and don't want to cook, there is a restaurant at the Beach Club - hours and availability vary according to the time of year you visit.
Once you book CatTail Condo you will receive our welcome letter with more information. You are always welcome to contact us, however, if you have any questions! Please come be our guests - we have many people who return year after year and we consider them "family."
About Pointe West: The highly sought after Pointe West Resort is a 1000 acre resort located on the picturesque and serene most western tip of Galveston Island near the San Luis Pass. The 3 1/2 mile resort offers a unique part of the island that allows for views of both Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico so you can watch the sunrise and set. Take a scenic tour and easily travel in the underground tunnel to access the beach or bay. There are lakes and lagoons to enjoy the lighted fountains, fishing, kayaking, crabbing, or just to view as you walk, bike, or cruise in your golf cart on the miles of paved pathways surrounding the community. Charcoal grills are conveniently placed throughout the community for your convenience.
The Beach Club Villas and Ocean Club Villas are located on the beachside of the resort. Dramatic views of the beach will be a delight as you watch the brilliant sunrise and moonlight shining on the surf. Be amazed by the playful antics of kite surfers and hang gliders. Take a stroll and rest in the shade at the Pavilion which is also a great site for a photo shoot.
The Beach Club is a spectacular 8000 SQFT club with 20,000 SQFT of sun decks and offers a panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico with several dune walkovers over 3 miles of a beautifully maintained beach. An infinity edge pool that looks like it flows right into the beach actually overflows into a children's pool and play area. Sit back and relax with pulsating jets in the hot tub. There are plenty of tables, chairs, and chaises poolside to enjoy all the activity. Work out in the Beach Front Fitness Center with separate men and ladies locker rooms. There is also free WIFI offered at poolside so you can stay connected. An air conditioned Game Room overlooking the pool offers the younger group a place to chill out and play a few games or watch TV. The Gift Shop at poolside is open for snacks, drinks, souvenirs, beach gear and apparel. Two grilling areas with gas grills are located right at poolside so you can prepare your favorite BBQ.
If you go across the road to the Bay Villa Condo area, there is much to do, but, without a doubt, you will be amazed at the breathtaking sunsets. Early in the morning and at dusk you will see a multitude of resident island and migrating birds that are abundant in this natural part of the island, so don't forget your binoculars and camera. The avid fisherman wading in the bay is a common sight as this is one of the best fishing spots on the island. You can even stop and get a work out on the outdoor exercise trail. The Sunset Beach Pool is ideal for young children to gradually enter the pool without stairs and also allows for deck chairs to be placed right in the pool. There is also an area under the shade of the palm trees for toddlers to play. Grab a tube and cascade in the lazy river pool as it winds between the tropical palm trees. Relax in the raised hot tub in this serene tropical paradise.
Gather with friends and family or meet some new friends to watch the sunset at the 2 story lanai or just lounge and enjoy your favorite drink or a casual meal. A grilling area with a gas grill is available for you prepare a BBQ dinner in this picturesque setting. There is also free WIFI offered at poolside so you can stay connected.
** Important! ** The Pointe West Resort will collect a resort usage fee of $25 per person (for the entire stay, not daily) for all over the age of 3 years. This fee and any other resort operations are subject to change.
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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
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
About the area
Galveston
Located on the beach, this condo is in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston. While the natural beauty of Galveston Island Beaches and San Luis Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Galveston Country Club. Looking to get your feet wet? Parasailing, windsurfing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
Galveston, TX
What's nearby
San Luis Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Half Moon Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Galveston Island Beaches - 16 min drive - 12.2 km
Moody Gardens - 52 min drive - 40.9 km
Galveston Seawall - 58 min drive - 43.4 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
The Sandbar - 10 min drive
The West End And Sand Bar - 10 min drive
West End Marina - 10 min drive
The Pointe Restaurant & Bar - 4 min walk
Sea Isle Marina - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Check our reviews - still the BEST location on the beach! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Check our reviews - still the BEST location on the beach!?
As of 19 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Check our reviews - still the BEST location on the beach! on 3 October 2026 start from NZ$1,617, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Check our reviews - still the BEST location on the beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Check our reviews - still the BEST location on the beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Check our reviews - still the BEST location on the beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Check our reviews - still the BEST location on the beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Check our reviews - still the BEST location on the beach! located?
Nestled on the beach, this West End condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of San Luis Beach, Half Moon Beach and San Luis Pass. San Luis Pass County Park is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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For Galveston area beach this is the best place we've stayed! They have a lot of beach supplies and a wagon to make it easy to walk to the beach. It's beach front but is a walk on the jetty over a natural area where we enjoyed seeing fireflies in August! Beach wasn't over crowded and it's a cute well stocked condo with a host that communicates well. Plan ahead if your family eats late, you're outside the convenience of restaurant areas. Some of the amenities close at 6 so you aren't able to bike or use the courts after that time.
We enjoyed our time in this condo at Pointe West. It is well decorated, very clean and contained all of the amenities we needed for our stay. We will definitely return!
We recently took our 5 year old and 1 year old on a trip to Pointe West. PW came highly recommended by a family friend who had stayed. PW was fun to have access to and a great perk! The Pointe restaurant was nice to have access to in a punch. My family LOVED Sunset Beach pool/lazy river (easy drive) and appreciated the Beach Club pool as well. I do think if we went back we would rent a golf cart for convenience alone, the walks were hot and hard for my little family (but doable!) The condo was perfect for my family- had all of the cooking utensils needed (we stopped at Walmart on the way into town for groceries as a pick up- heads up it takes FOREVER), bedroom set ups were great & my kiddos loved the balcony. I appreciated the ability to do laundry and wash our beach stuff- super convenient! I loved that there were beach toys/chairs/a wagon already there, that was super helpful and appreciated! Nancy was easy to communicate with and made sure everything went smoothly for us. We had Joan at PW Rentals set up a beach canopy and chairs for us each day and that was a huge perk!!!! We did our first day off of the Beach Club board walk and decided day 2 that Cat Tail was closer (esp with kids!!!) Overall a fantastic young family vacation for us & great memories were made! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
So glad you had a wonderful time and we hope you come back again soon! Thank you for the lovely and kind review; we always enjoy having special guests like you.
The condo was clean, well decorated, and had just about everything we needed. The owner was quick to respond to any questions I had. We enjoyed the pool and the beach was a quick walk. The provided wagon and beach chairs were very helpful! We would totally stay again!
Such a great stay for our family! Wonderful view to wake up to and plenty of toys/chairs provided to enjoy a full day on the beach with the kids. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2024
Thank you for your nice review! We’re glad you had a good time, and I hope you come again!
Fantastic property with great amenities! We really appreciated the well stocked kitchen, cart to get stuff up and from the unit, and beach equipment to include cart and chairs.
We really enjoyed our stay in this condo in Pointe West. The condo was clean and comfortable, perfect for our family getaway for Thanksgiving. We would recommend this unit and look forward to staying here again in the future.
We had a lovely weekend! Great communication, clean, kid friendly, and easy access to beach. Available beach wagon, chairs, and toys in the storage shed were very appreciated too!
We have stayed in this condo several times over the last couple of years and always enjoy it. The condo is very clean and always has everything we need for a relaxing stay. I would highly recommend both Pointe West and this condo for a great stay on the west end of the island.
Property owner was amazingly helpful and communicative. Had everything we could possibility want in a rental. Clean, comfortable, great location and amazing view.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2020
Thank you Lori!! We loved having you and hope to see you again.
About the host
Hosted by Nancy and Ron Cook
My husband, Ron, and I live in Houston and are a retired lawyer and teacher, respectively. We travel quite a bit, have a yellow lab, Bella, and love the beach! We purchased Cat Tail Condo in August 2018 as a "getaway" for ourselves, family, and friends. When we're not using it, we'd love to have you as guests so everyone can enjoy our "happy place."
Why they chose this property
Pointe West is a family friendly resort with lots of amenities in a natural setting!
What makes this property unique
Total relaxation, great amenities, front row seat at the Gulf. Two buildings away from the beach club and two buildings away from the crossover to the beach. Perfect location!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests