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The Poolside Bungalow

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Bathroom
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

First Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Poolside Bungalow

The home has a private swimming pool
Sleeps 7 and is less than 2 minute walk to the beach

Gaidos Restaurant is one block away

Walking distance to local bars and Restaurants pet friendly 125.00 per pet must be approved

The home is 2 bedrooms with 1 bathroom and
Sleeps 7

Newly decorated in a nautical theme with all new furniture and mattresses.

The home is also on the Mardi Gras parade route.
Come explore all that Galveston has to offer.

Pleasure Pier 4 minute drive
Bishops Palace 8 minute Drive
Historic Downtown area 10 minute drive
Moody Gardens 10 minute drive
Moody Mansion 7 minute drive

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must watch kids at all times around pool
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Events

No events allowed
No parties get togethers or extra guests
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pet fee 75.00
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
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.
We are not responsible for injuries at the pool
No life guard swim at your own risk

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR08461
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: No parties get togethers or extra guests
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

About the area

Galveston

Midtown, a neighbourhood in Galveston, is home to this holiday home. 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 Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Moody Gardens and Galveston Arts Center are also worth visiting.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seawall Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Samuel May Williams House - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spot - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Poop Deck - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Shrimp N Stuff - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Salsas Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Brick House Tavern + Tap - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Poolside Bungalow have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Poolside Bungalow?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Poolside Bungalow on 16 September 2026 start from NZ$1,096, 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 The Poolside Bungalow pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Poolside Bungalow?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Poolside Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Poolside Bungalow?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Poolside Bungalow located?

Located in Midtown, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Seawall Beach, Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

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

Our favorite Galveston vacation spot

We love everything about this place - the location, the decor, and of course the pool. It’s also a two block walk to the beach. It is now our favorite Galveston getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl L.

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

A diamond in the rough

Very comfortable, quiet neighborhood, fantastic pool, very clean will stay again, perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chasity H.

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

Great Location

Great location. Close to everything. Private pool was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

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

21st Birthday Weekend

Wanted a relaxed weekend getaway for
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leighsa J.

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

Enjoyable & Refreshing

We enjoyed our stay The children especially enjoyed the pool Owner response was always very quick Would stay again on my nextbtrip
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paula j.

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

Lonestar rally

Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo G.

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

Amazing getaway

Great experience overall
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mynde S.

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

Met expectations

Overall great & met expectations. Very clean, cute & comfortable. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Awesome

I wish I could have stayed in the home more! Very beautiful and had everything we needed.The kids and myself loved the pool just wish it was earlier check in . Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Charming, fun property that's well located

This nicely appointed bungalow has a fabulous interior decor that reflects on your beach proximity. The private pool was an awesome feature because we had tropical storm Alberto show up and stay for most of our visit making beachfront not an option. The place is totally as advertised with all amenities and more, and local host Paul was a great asset and very responsive. We will visit here again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

juan a.

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

Excellent

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

Bungalow Beauty

What a lovely and beautifully updated slice of Heaven! The pool was perfection; the deck with great chairs, clean and comfortably set up… Everything from kitchen niceties soft and plush sleeping pillows and bed linens! we never wanted to leave! 5 stars from our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Phyllis C.

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

Great small house and pool. But view and location not good in my opinion. No ocean view.

This is a lovely property for two people. There are two bedrooms, but it is a small house. Location is walking distance to seawall, but there is no ocean view from house. pool is great and very private.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvette P.

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

Perfect Getaway

At first, we had trouble entering the home. The owner was quick to respond and resolve the issue. The home was comforting with all essentials needed. The pool was a perfect addition to the home. We'll definitely come back!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

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

Perfect family vacation spot

We had the best time at this bungalow! We wanted to do a little beach vacation with our 3 year old before our 2nd baby arrives in August and it was the perfect house for that. Walking distance to the beach and Gaidos was awesome. Our favorite was the pool in the back, we loved it. Our toddler loved sleeping in the bunk bed and the full size bed for my husband and I was really comfortable. The neighborhood looks a little rough but we had no issues. The owner was quick to respond if we had an issues/questions. We will be coming back and highly recommend it! Perfect for a family of 3-4 wanting to get away for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the cutest little beach house! It was perfect for my family of 6 (2 adults, 4 kids and small dog *extra pet fee to be paid (but I did know and paid prior to check in, but it shows pet free on VRBO). The pool was very nice and exactly what we were anticipating. The pool has a privacy fence around it, lights for when it’s dark and the pool itself lights up. Everything we could have needed, was there as expected! Gave the neighborhood 4 stars just because there’s a lot of homeless/mentally ill in that area and I had some concerns about my vehicle being left outside at night, but thankfully nothing happened! There’s also a vacant house next door, but we could nonstop hear people through the fence, so not sure what was going on there, but they never bothered us. It is close to everything and super easy to find. Check in and out process was very simple and host communicates well. Thank you! ***photo I added is slightly distorted to remove my kids***
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim C.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Paul Harris

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English, Spanish
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