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Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck

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Canal view from 3rd floor balcony.
Exterior
Beach access 1 minute drive away. Free parking and also direct beach parking.
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Terramar Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Sea Isle Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Luis Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

1st Floor

1 King Bed

2nd floor private bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd floor

1 Queen Bed

Common Area

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck

This raised, coastal home is the perfect choice for your next Galveston Island getaway! Just 1 minute drive from pristine gulf beaches, this spacious retreat offers multiple levels of living spaces including an open bunk room and semi-detached in-law suite for the perfect balance of group entertainment and guest privacy. Spread out on the raised, wraparound deck or enjoy al fresco dining and shady lounging on the ground-floor patio. Guests in the upper bedroom will enjoy canal views from a private balcony or lounge in the spacious loft.

The main floor features a bright, open layout with contemporary design and furnishings. The kitchen is equipped with a full suite of stainless steel appliances and gorgeous, custom counters providing plenty of space for the home chef to flex their muscles. The island prep station doubles as a dining counter with seating for four. Leather sofas and a smart TV in the living room provide a comfortable place to relax and unwind inside. The downstairs in-law suite includes a wet bar, fridge, microwave, and dining table seating for four.

Property manager

Jared Terhune
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parking anywhere but the driveway. Parking on grass is strictly prohibited.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR08584

About the area

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Galveston Island Beaches and Half Moon Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Galveston Country Club. 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

  • Half Moon Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Terramar Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sea Isle Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • San Luis Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Jamaica Beach - 13 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪West End Marina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nate's Westend Seafood & Steaks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Grille - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Avery's Bayside Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Blue Whale Beach House with wrap around deck located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Half Moon Beach and Terramar Beach. Sea Isle Beach and San Luis Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 50 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terrie P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

We only stayed one night and it was good for that. It was a little to far from town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan E.

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

Galveston Getaway

It was a lot of fun and the property was great and worked for all our needs to accomadate us all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tera B.

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

Awesome place!

Beautiful, clean house with a wonderful host!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alecia W.

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

Had a blast awesome clean Beach house

Had a blast thanks again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

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

A few days at the beach

Before my husband and I get busy with work for the summer we decided to get away for a few days. We loved the accommodations here at the Blue Whale. Close enough to town for anything we needed yet far enough away. The house upon arrival was very clean, linens were clean and set up very nice. One word to sum it up is perfect! Thanks for sharing your home with us!Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Great trip to the beach

Our first family vacation! A great time was had by all. The beds were so comfortable and the house was spacious and well equipped. Definitely looking forward to doing this again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillian T.

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

Would absolutely recommend

The property owner was so kind and the quaint but spacious cabin was clean and well stocked! We didn't want to leave but unfortunately, vacations can't last forever. Luckily, the memories we made there will!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIAN S.

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

Nice place !

The house was really nice and the pictures were pretty accurate
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan P.

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

Amazing quality

This home was an amazing experience had an amazing weekend next to my family and friend spacious house all around very quiet and nice just to go vibe recommend to come check out this amazing house would rent again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Great property, we wanna go back!

Place was very clean, we had a great time hanging out on the patio at night. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great location for tranquility

Location drive is not far from major events and peaceful once activities are completed for the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Nice place

Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great place! Love the wraparound patio and pretty much everything! Would definitely stay here again!

Five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kennedy W.

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

great for my family!

My family and I came down for the week and stayed here, it’s pretty close to everything and really quiet neighborhood. I loved the porch and swing and the bedrooms were nice. Only thing you should look out for is when it storms, sometimes the door leaks, but other than that it wasn’t a huge issue and I loved everything else about it.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xavier P.

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

Jared’s Galveston Beach House

Fun stay in Galveston, not too far away from Jamaica Beach. However it is about a 20 to 30 minute drive into town But worth the stay if you’re willing to drive
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina d.

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

Awesome place!

Such a great place!! Comfortable, inviting and in a great location. Walk to the beach in just minutes. The host was very accommodating and easily reachable.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia H.

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

Spectacular!!

The perfect vacation home for family. Beautiful and clean with excellent communication from the host. So close to the beach, but also quiet, safe and peaceful. Highly recommend-A+++ !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deanne S., Topeka, Kansas

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

First time in Galveston

It was our first time at Galveston and it was a wonderful location to the beach. The condo had great space for me and my children. I hope we can go back sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

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

Hot Galveston Trip

Nice place, plenty of room for family. Plenty of beds, Very nice kitchen. Great location, close to the beach.. Inside comfortable from the heat.. Great communication with Jared the owner, answered all questions sent to him. If ever down there again would rent from again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecil D., West Monroe Louisiana

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

Awesome

Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy T., Alvarado

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

Great house

The house was perfect for our family and friend. The privacy of the downstairs suite was perfect along with the shared family space upstairs. There was a beach access close by, and lots of beach toys to borrow. The outdoor showers were especially convenient after a long day at the beach and we were very happy to see that they even had hot water. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

cody c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic house

Beautiful home with an amazing location. It is way away from the amenities of the osland but thats what we loved about it. Neighborhood was quiet and just minutes to the beach. Host is absolutely fantastic and makes sure you have everything you need and responds quick. Great place overall and will be back for sure.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melaney B., Lake Jackson, TX

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

Perfect Little Get Away

My family and I decided to take a small vacation for spring break and this house is more than worth the money. We had everything that we needed at our finger tips and we were within driving distance for any other needs. I would definitely reserve this property again for my family of 7 and our fur baby.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Amazing Place

Amazing place that I wish we could stay forever but all good things must end however the memories last a lifetime. Well furnished, happy people, smiling faces, and clean, nice, safe, etc.. you get the point. If your not staying here you might want to reconsider your life choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa C.

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

Great Prom weekend

We enjoyed our stay for our event. Our host Jared was great and accommodating of our needs. Super friendly neighborhood, A neighbor stopped and gave us ice cream. Would recommend the place to family and friends! Thank you Jared for being a really nice host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jared Terhune

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