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Beachfront Sea Shell | Beachfront, Steps to Water

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach.
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign indicating vacation rental availability.
A living room with a red sofa, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a view of the beach through a glass door.
A living room with a pink sofa set, a striped ottoman, a small side table, a floor lamp, and a painting of a beach scene.
A living room with a TV, a blue cabinet, a pink sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to West Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bermuda Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Beaches
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd Bedroom

1 King Bed

3rd Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Primary Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home 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 Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Ready for a night out? Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center and Grand Galvez. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Spanish Grant Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bermuda Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hershey Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McNeal's Tavern & Eatery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Basin Bistro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Sea Shell | Beachfront, Steps to Water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront Sea Shell | Beachfront, Steps to Water?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront Sea Shell | Beachfront, Steps to Water on 3 November 2026 start from NZ$1,410, 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.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Sea Shell | Beachfront, Steps to Water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Sea Shell | Beachfront, Steps to Water?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Sea Shell | Beachfront, Steps to Water located?

Nestled on the beach, this West End holiday home is steps from Spanish Grant Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Galveston Island Beaches. West Beach and Hershey Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Enjoyed our weekend. Very clean & super comfy beds! A few items need to be repaired throughout but overall a good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience and kind words about the cleanliness and comfortable beds. We are sorry to hear that a few items needed repair and appreciate you pointing this out. We will look into these maintenance issues to help improve the space.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good locationCleanEasy check in and out
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad you found the location convenient and the check-in and check-out process smooth.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this beach house! Stunning water and sunrise views from the deck! Fully equipped kitchen. Bedrooms are lovely and large and the beds are comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay here and hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2026
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback about your stay. We are glad you enjoyed the views, the kitchen, and the comfort of the bedrooms. It is wonderful to know the house worked well for you and made your time there enjoyable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2026
Thank you for your kind words. We’re glad you enjoyed the place and hope to welcome you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT HOUSE AND AMAZING VIEWS AND LOCATION
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2026
Thank you very much for your kind words and positive feedback. We are glad you enjoyed the house, views, and location, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect spot. to enjoy the beach. Far less crowded than other beaches in Galveston. The fact that you can easily walk out on to the sand from our rental was gold. We would absolutely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2026
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the quieter beach and the easy walk to the sand. It’s great to hear the location worked so well for you, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time View can’t get any better Right in the beachKitchen is well equipped This is our second time renting this house We love it!!!Can’t wait for next year!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2026
Thank you so much for returning and for your kind words. We’re glad you enjoyed the view, beach access, and kitchen again. It means a lot that you chose to stay with us for a second time, and we look forward to welcoming you back next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this property. A great house on the beach. The kitchen had everything we needed for our stay and the host was very responsive. We could walk out the front door to miles of beach in either direction. We can’t wait to go back.
Relaxing on the deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2026
Thank you for sharing such positive feedback about your stay. We’re glad you enjoyed the beachfront location, well-equipped kitchen, and responsive hosting. It’s wonderful to hear you’re already looking forward to returning, and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were pleased with the quality of the home for the price we paid. It was a great location being right on the beach and the perfect size for our family. It was clean with just a few items that needed maintenance - the sink didn't drain properly, the shower mat needs to be replaced, there was a pretty large hole in the wall of one of the bedrooms and the outside shower did not work. The freezer also wasn't working properly. But overall, we were happy with the home and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience and for your kind words about the home, location, and cleanliness. I am sorry to hear about the sink not draining properly and will make sure this is looked into. I also regret the issues with the shower mat and the hole in the bedroom wall and will have these checked. The note about the outside shower and the freezer not working properly is also appreciated, and we will review these items as well. Your balanced feedback is very helpful to us.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
The pictures are very old that’s on the website. It needs lots of maintenance. Downstairs shower didn’t work. There was mold on the wall in bathroom. One of the bedrooms had holes punched in the walls. Floors are warping . Could be a cute place with a little work done to the place. I would not recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
Thank you for sharing this detailed feedback. I am very sorry for the issues you experienced, especially with cleanliness, maintenance, and the inaccurate photos. This is not the standard that is intended, and your comments about the shower, mold, damaged walls, and floors will be passed on so they can be addressed. Your input is important and will be used to improve the property for future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was so cute, and the location was exceptional!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed the house and its location. We strive to provide a cozy and convenient experience for all our guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We highly enjoyed our stay. One of the best places we have stayed at in Galveston. Will stay here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that you had an exceptional stay with us. It brings us great joy to know that we were able to provide you with a memorable experience. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future and continuing to exceed your expectations. Your feedback is truly appreciated and helps us to maintain the high level of service we strive for.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Have stayed on the island for the past 12years and this was the most enjoyable trip that I can remember House was very comfortable and the neighborhood is very quaint and quiet Great few days away Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear your stay was enjoyable. We strive to provide a comfortable and peaceful environment. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome beach view!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beach view. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful experience. Have a great day!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Views are amazing, plenty of beachfront due to the lack of driving on the beach at location. Great experience overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the stunning views and beachfront experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach view was unobstructed and had excellent morning sunrises. Easy access to the beach. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the unobstructed beach view and comfortable beds during your stay. We are delighted that you found the morning sunrises excellent and appreciated the easy access to the beach. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback with us!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
The house is in a great location. The beach is right at your fingertips. The decor is pretty and bright and updated. The beds were comfortable and it was nice that all of the beds were king. The pest problem wasn’t disclosed to us. Traveling with a baby, I didn’t expect to have to remove big traps from the baby’s reach. The floor has lifted in several areas creating a danger for a baby who we then had to keep in our arms a whole week rather than let her crawl around and explore. The hole in the wall wasn’t very pretty, but I guess it didn’t bother us much. And the minimal response form the host or property management company was highly disappointing for the amount of money we spent to celebrate with my kids my completion of chemo. So, it wasn’t just a small weekend getaway. It was a huge life celebration. The very small refund we got a week after our trip was the first form of any solution we were offered.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2026
Thank you for sharing both the positives and the concerns about your stay. We are glad you enjoyed the location, decor, and comfort of the beds, but we are very sorry for the issues you experienced, especially given the importance of this trip for your family. The undisclosed pest control measures, flooring condition, and hole in the wall you described are not acceptable and should have been addressed promptly and more clearly. Your feedback about safety for your baby and the limited communication and resolution from the team is very important, and it will be used to improve how these situations are handled. We understand your disappointment and regret that your celebration was affected in this way.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family house

We had a great time and the location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location and cozy stay

We loved the deck and being right on the beach. We found the place clean and comfortable, but in need of a little TLC. Overall a great choice for Galveston.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2025
Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the deck and the beach location. Your feedback about the need for some TLC is appreciated, and we'll make sure to address any areas that require attention. We strive to provide a clean and comfortable experience for all our guests, and your comments will help us continue to improve. We're glad you had a great time in Galveston and hope you'll consider staying with us again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

We had great visit. House was great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the house to be great. It's wonderful to know that you had a great visit. I truly appreciate your feedback and am grateful for the opportunity to host you. I hope you had a wonderful time and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family beach vacation

Beach house was perfect for our family , equipped with everything we needed and excellent location . We had a great time .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our stay

Located right on the beach. Very clean. Had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is great. It's a very nice house with three very roomy bedrooms and king-size beds, and we'd like to stay there again. The only issue we had is there is a beach nourishment project underway, so the beach was closed during our stay. However, that was no fault of the owner, and once the beach is open again we'd love to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 November 2025
Thank you for your positive feedback! We are glad you enjoyed the house and the spacious rooms. We are sorry to hear about the inconvenience with the beach closure due to the nourishment project. We understand this impacted your stay and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back once the beach is open again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Galveston Get Away

We were just looking to be able to spend some quiet time with family. This home provided ample space for hanging out, inside and out. We wanted to be away from the busy area, but enjoy the beach views. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that the home provided the perfect setting for your quiet family time and that you were able to enjoy the beach views while being away from the busier areas. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're grateful that the home met your needs so well. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope you'll consider us again for your future getaways.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beachfront location

Property was right on the beach which was great. We had several questions which were answered promptly. Good value for money!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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