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DDI: Pools, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access, sleeps up to 5

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"Clamshell" pool
So close to the gulf - It's the tan and blue building
Your view from the balcony, hear the surf!
Morning coffee with a Gulf View
Balcony View

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 576.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Galveston Island Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Moody Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

DDI: Pools, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access, sleeps up to 5

Beautiful Gulf view condos – Great location, year-round pools, great amenities, and great for the entire family!

In the Dawn condominiums voted best condominium rental complex in Galveston 2023 & 2024 in the Galveston Best of the Island awards. The Houston Chronicle calls the Best of the Island Awards the "Oscars of the Gulf Coast". Come stay at the best!

Driftwood Dreams I, in the Dawn Condominium Complex, is a beautifully furnished 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo with great views of the Gulf from its second floor balcony. The master suite features a king size bed with luxury linens, soft comfortable pillows. The bath is all ceramic with walk in shower and custom glass door. Large soft towels are provided for your comfort. 40" HD TV in the Master Bedroom.

Room configurations
• 1st Bedroom: King bed with en suite shower, toilet, sink
• Living room: Queen sofa sleeper, twin roll away,

The sunny living room features queen sleeper sofa, large overstuffed chairs and is well appointed to give you that "beach" charm. A 48" TV, basic cable and Blu-ray DVD player are available for your use. Adjacent to the living room is an exterior deck with unobstructed Gulf views and outdoor seating for 6. Benches convert to a picnic table. A great place for watching the sunset.

The dining room has large table with available seating for 4, with additional 2 chairs stored in laundry area. The kitchen is fully stocked; smooth top electric stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, garbage disposal, dishwasher, refrigerator with large freezer and Emeril stainless steel pots and pans, silverware, glassware and dish place-settings. Tupperware, bowls, measuring cups, strainers and other cooking utensils provided.

DON'T BE FOOLED! Other condos on the Seawall only offer a fridge and a microwave, maybe a hot plate. This unit has a FULL kitchen. Oven, Stove and ALL the cookware to cook your own meals.

The condo is best suited for 2 people (in the master bedroom). However, when using the living room queen size sleeper sofa, it comfortably sleeps 4. There is also a twin rollaway to sleep up to 5 people.

Full sized washing machine and dryer are located inside the unit.

Our beach hall closet includes sand toys and beach chairs to make your short trip the beach effortless. We've included a cooler, and beach towels for your convenience as well.

The Dawn is secure facility with all doors and gates opened with codes. A wrought iron fence surrounds the property to ensure your privacy and security. Ample (fee-based) parking is available on the property as first come first serve. TRAILERS are NOT ALLOWED under any circumstances. Beautifully landscaped grounds with 2 available pools year-round, a hot tub, community center, charcoal grills and exercise lounge. And to top it all off, Babe's Beach is right across the street, with access from the stop light at the corner of the property.

This condo is on the second floor. Guests must be able to navigate one flight of stairs.

All guests must check in with the Condo HOA upon arrival and purchase a mandatory vehicle/amenity pass at $40-$50 per vehicle per stay (depending on length of stay) and include pool wrist bands for up to 5 guests.

We also have Driftwood Dreams II, a 2 bedroom 2 bath condo immediately next door through a connecting door and you can rent both condos together as Driftwood Dreams III.

NOTE: Upon booking this property, you will be required to sign a House Agreement, provide a copy of your driver license, provide a guest list of everyone's names and ages within 48 hours of booking. You will also be required to place a damage and cleaning deposit hold three days prior to arrival.

ANIMALS ARE NOT ALLOWED per the HOA rules.

Check in any time after 4PM, check out no later than 11AM.

POLICIES
• Must be at least 25 years old to book and be staying at the property (no booking for others)
• No events, parties or large gatherings including prom, bachelor/bachelorette, graduation and TEEN groups – if this is your intent, please look elsewhere
• No smoking inside or on decks/balconies. Please dispose of cigarette butts appropriately.
• No pets allows per HOA rules (30+ day stays are exempt)
• Requires one flight of stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
• Fee-based parking pass required for all vehicles in complex.
• Additional fees and taxes may apply
• Photo ID may be required upon check-in

Violation of any rules (above) or stated in our House Agreement may constitute loss of security hold.

Cancellation policy: Guest receives 100.00% of rent if cancellation occurs at least 14 days before arrival. No refunds within 14 days of arrival.

GVR04948

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed in unit, on balcony or stairwe
A security deposit is required prior to arrival & is automatically released 3 days after check out unless there are damages
Required to sign a House Agreement and provide ages of ALL guests, including yourself within 48 hours of booking.
If you book a stay that violates a House Rule and you refuse to cancel, Owners may cancel and you are subject to cancellation policy rules.

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 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 deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR04948

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galveston

Located in Near West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. 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 Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Magic Carpet Golf. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Moody Gardens - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Doc Holiday’s Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does DDI: Pools, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access, sleeps up to 5 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is DDI: Pools, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access, sleeps up to 5 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DDI: Pools, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access, sleeps up to 5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DDI: Pools, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access, sleeps up to 5?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is DDI: Pools, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access, sleeps up to 5 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Near West End condo building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Seawall Beach, Moody Gardens and Galveston Seawall. 61st Street Fishing Pier and Galveston Island Convention Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jom and Monica

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We have been renting homes for over ten years. We enjoy giving people a pleasant experience in their rentals. We think you will find use very responsive as we work to help you make your vacation a true pleasure.

We LOVE beach vacations. In our profile picture, we are touring the Rain Forest of St. Lucia. We hope you will LOVE your beach vacation at Driftwood Dreams.

Why they chose this property

We wanted something to complement our beach houses on the west end and our cottage in the historic district. Maybe now we have something for everyone.

What makes this property unique

Across the street from the beach, great gulf views, 2 pools and a hot tub.

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