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Live Like a Local at the Historic Cottage Beachcombers Retreat (Midtown)

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Exterior
Enjoy your home cooked meals or take out in our spacious dining area.
Living room area.
Private kitchen
Prepare meals in our fully equipped kitchen.
2 bedroomsSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • GymGymGym
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Popular LocationGalveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier2 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Galveston3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Galveston Cruise Terminal3 min drive
  • AirportHouston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)76 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Living Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Main

1 King Bed

Secondary

1 Queen Bed

Jack and Jill

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Live Like a Local at the Historic Cottage Beachcombers Retreat (Midtown)

Relax, work or school from home, escape the stress of everyday life by booking a trip to Galveston and stay in our historic, midtown cottage. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath abode is full of character with its combination of a new, modern look from recent renovations, and an abundance of preserved original features (wood floors and wood trim, shiplap, pocket door, claw foot tub).

Situated in Galveston’s historic district, conveniently accessible are the beaches of Texas’ Gulf Coast, the Strand entertainment district, and many of the island’s restaurants and attractions. On a walking distance to some of the island’s most popular restaurants (Shrimp and Stuff, Pennies); you are never far away from a delicious take-out meal that can be enjoyed in the spacious dining area of our home.
Spend your day at the Moody Gardens, the Pleasure Pier, tour the Bishop’s Palace, Moody Mansion, the Bryan Museum, The Children’s Museum, The Bryan shop, dine or enjoy the art on the Strand. You will enjoy returning to our home to eat and relax.
Our home offers the essential comforts of a fully equipped kitchen for meal preparations, grilling and playing yard games in our spacious backyard, and the opportunity to relax on the porch, or watching TV in the any of the bedrooms.
Free Wi-Fi and a desk area makes this a suitable option for anyone looking for a working vacation or homeschool.

In-house laundry with washer and dryer, iron, and ironing board.

Private parking in driveway as well as street parking

Property manager

Helene & Charlie Spreckelsen

Languages

English, Swedish

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Home not to be considered child proofed

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR07033

About the area

Galveston

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in William Borden, a neighbourhood in Galveston. 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 Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Haunted Mayfield Manor are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Seawall - 2 min drive
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive
  • Strand Historic District - 3 min drive
  • Port of Galveston - 3 min drive
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Spot - 2 min drive
  • Brick House Tavern + Tap - 2 min drive
  • The Poop Deck Club - 2 min drive
  • Beerfoot Beach Bar - 2 min drive
  • Gaido's Seafood Restaurant - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Live Like a Local at the Historic Cottage Beachcombers Retreat (Midtown) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Live Like a Local at the Historic Cottage Beachcombers Retreat (Midtown)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Live Like a Local at the Historic Cottage Beachcombers Retreat (Midtown)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Live Like a Local at the Historic Cottage Beachcombers Retreat (Midtown) located?

Located in William Borden, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Samuel May Williams House and Galveston Seawall. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Port of Galveston are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Hosted by Helene & Charlie Spreckelsen

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English, Swedish
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