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The Belle of Ball Street: Walk to the beach from Galveston's Historic East End

Family-friendly holiday home in Galveston

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Exterior
Private kitchen
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 11306.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Carriage house

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Belle of Ball Street: Walk to the beach from Galveston's Historic East End

One of nicest houses on one of the loveliest streets in the heart of Galveston's Historic East End. A 1900 Storm Survivor, taken down to the studs and lovingly restored in the 2000s, with new plumbing and wiring. Featured on the Galveston Historic Homes Tour.

Completely renovated four bedroom, three and a half bath, with additional one bedroom/one bath carriage house apartment available for overflow. Perfectly located, with a scenic walk to the Strand, the wharf, the beach (.5 mile), mass at Sacred Heart, UTMB, Adoue Park. Coffee one scenic block away. Pastry/bakery, two short blocks.

Owner's suite: king
First Guest: king
Second Guest: full
Nana's Attic: three twins
Carriage House: queen

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Younger kids will love staying in Nana's Attic!
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Events

No events allowed
Pls. respect neighbors. House parties prohibited.
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed. Learned the hard way.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sorry, no smoking. Not under any circumstances.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Note from host: Pls. respect neighbors. House parties 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
Property Registration Number GVR07006

About the area

Galveston

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in East End, a neighbourhood in Galveston. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston 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. Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center for a night out or Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark if you're travelling with kids.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Port of Galveston - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gonzalo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Original Mexican Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪MOD Coffeehouse - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Belle of Ball Street: Walk to the beach from Galveston's Historic East End pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Belle of Ball Street: Walk to the beach from Galveston's Historic East End?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Belle of Ball Street: Walk to the beach from Galveston's Historic East End?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Belle of Ball Street: Walk to the beach from Galveston's Historic East End located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of East End Historic District, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Seawall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

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

Wonderful Place to Stay!

Two families stayed here while participating in a local baseball tournament.The house was beatiful, well kept, and perfect for our stay in Galveston.It was close to lots of attractions on the island and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay.The host was great and had excellent communication and the entire stay was seamless.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake D.

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

Great Spot

Great house and easy to get around
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!! What a great stay and what a beautiful house! Everything was perfect. Not only were the hosts incredibly communicative but also so accommodating with early/late check-out. The house was just as stunning as the pictures and the beds were so comfortable. Couldn’t have asked for a better or more joyful place to celebrate the upcoming marriage of one of my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci W.

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

Beautiful house

Loved our stay! Great house and great location! And owners were very easy to work with. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brie P.

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

Great house for our work trip

We enjoyed this house very much and it worked well for our work trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Wedding Weekend

We stayed at the Belle of Ball Street for our sons wedding weekend it slept our large family comfortably and had plenty of room for visiting. We especially enjoyed the front porch.!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

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

Fantastic House and Great location

Beautiful home, great communication and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadia S.

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

Senior Prom Weekend

It was just what the girls needed. A clean spacious place to come to after hanging out with friends. It provides a home like quality. Great for resting and relaxation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

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

Great!

House was gorgeous! Great location -- planning to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

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

Galveston Charm

We had 9 in our party and this home was an excellent choice. Everyone had room to spread out and relax. The location in in a historic neighborhood and convenient to The Strand and Beach. The home was clean, quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy L.

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

Fabulous stay at the Belle!

We had a fabulous time in Galveston! The location of the Belle was perfect! The beds were comfortable. The rooms are so spacious. It is decorated beautifully! We loved our time there and will go back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Beautiful Home

The home was beautiful and very well taken care of.. It was in a great neighborhood that was very walkable on the island.. Would stay here again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Wedding week

A beautiful home that was perfect for our family - one of the best stocked homes we have stayed in.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

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

Great place

The property managers were very responsive and accommodating. Had a issue late in the day and they repaired it immediately.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine H.

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

Bday get away

Our group of 6-10 travels each year for a Feb bday get away. This home fit the bill for comfort for adult couples, with easy access to all the fun of the Strand area. Beautiful property - would not hesitate to rebook!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Christmas at the Belle on Ball Street

Our second stay at The Belle was just what we needed for our annual birthdays and Christmas gathering! This historic home is beautiful and comfortable. The owners provide detailed notes about the property along with thorough check-in/check-out guidance, and are quickly responsive with any questions that may arise. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking needs. And the front porch is wonderful for morning coffee!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

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

Beautiful

This home is exactly as advertised. There was plenty of room for our group of 10 to gather comfortably and enjoy our time together. We loved the convenient location and could not have asked for a more beautiful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa R.

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

Beautiful home! Great hosts!

A stunning yet welcoming home. Great hosts! They got us connected to an amazing and well renowned hometown chef who provided not only an incredible meal at the home but was very personable. A wonderful experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis S.

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

Belle-tastic!!

Our family of 10 was able to make The Belle of the Ball Street our home for our stay. Everyone in our party was stunned at the beauty of the property and the quality of the amenities. The elegant and perfectly restored Victorian architecture swept us away into another world, while the modern amenities kept us grounded in ours. The hosts of the property are exceptionally hospitable, even when compared to other Vrbo hosts. One of our family members forgot their tuxedo at the property, and the hosts held onto it until we were able to pick it up. Considering our previous experiences with Vrbo properties, the hosts’ dedication to excellence and the guest experience is exceptional. Wonderful property and hosts, we will be staying again if we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeWanna T.

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

Great Getaway

This property was great for what we wanted. It was 4 couples from different places that try to get together as often as possible. The home was large, clean and homey. It was well kept. Close to everything. We would definitely stay again if we were in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Candace D.

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

Bachelorette at the Belle

My friends and I stayed here for my bachelorette weekend and it was so perfect. The house was clean, beautiful, and well equipped with all the little things one could need. Highly recommend, especially if you are interested in staying in a home with rich history. We loved our stay, thanks Chris and Rachel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vici W., Gilmer, TX

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

Perfection!

I wrote in the book before we left and I meant every word. This home is absolute perfection. From the architectural design to the decor detail, every single item is so well thought out. We loved it and we definitely want to come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marlene M., Mico,TX

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

Labor Day/family reunion

Wonderful charming historical home, well appointed, spacious and very comfortable. We especially enjoyed being within walking distance to so many activities and historical sites. Also enjoyed taking in evening walks, porch time and watching the horse drawn carriages go down the street in the evening. Definitely felt as if we had gone back in time to a bygone past. A good time was had by all. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

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

Celebrating last cancer treatment of close friend

House is beautiful and laid out great for large groups. Enjoyed front porch and cooking steaks out back. Kitchen, dinning area, and Living room were big enough for our group of 8. You can walk to the Strand or Seawall. Great places to eat include Miller’s, Katies, and the Blvd.most Gardens about 15 minutes away and Texas Bryan museum about 5. House is in the historic district with other classic homes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary and Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was enjoyable. This historic home had so much history. The location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Chris Malish

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We're a family of five based in Austin-- Dad an administrative lawyer and business owner, Mom an advanced practice nurse, Kid 1 in college, Kid 2 in middle school, Kid 3 in 5th grade. We love to travel and try new things. Mom grew up visiting Galveston with her grandma; Dad's mom's family is originally from the island going back to before The Storm.

Why they chose this property

One of nicest houses on one of the loveliest streets in Galveston's Historic East End. A 1900 Storm Survivor, taken down to the studs and lovingly restored in the 2000s, with new plumbing and wiring. Featured on the Galveston Historic Homes Tour. Perfectly located: a scenic walk to the action at the Strand, the art district, and the rest of downtown; UTMB; the hospitals; the seawall (.5 miles).

What makes this property unique

This house has been set up as our second home, with everything we could want when visiting -- so it should have everything you could want too. Nice cookware, dinnerware, flatware, sheets, mattresses. We love staying here. We think you will too.

Languages:

French

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