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DriftAway to the Beach

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Living Room
4 Bar Stools at Kitchen Island
Master Suite on Upper Level with King Bed & 42 inch Smart TV
Kid's Bunkroom
Front of House

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14280.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Galveston Fishing Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Moody Gardens
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1 Upper Level

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 Main Level

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 Upper Level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 Upper Level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 Upper Level

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Murphy Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 (Master) Upper Level

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 (Main Level)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3 (Main Level)

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 4 Upper Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5 Upper Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

DriftAway to the Beach

Welcome to the beach life. Newer home 1 block from the beach. Beautifully decorated 5 bedroom 4 1/2 bath home just waiting for you to experience the best of the beach life. Sleeps 14. A 2 person elevator is available.

Giant kitchen with upscale Thermador appliances, refrigerator, 6 burner range and double oven, microwave, dishwasher, KitchenAid under counter ice maker and an oversized island. Fully stocked dinnerware setting, glassware, cooking accessories and everything needed to cook the dream vacation meal.

Each bedroom (bunk room excluded) has a full bathroom and wall mounted 42" Smart TV. Bunk room has 3 twin beds and 1 full bed, a wall mounted 42" Smart TV and a large selection of board games to keep the kids busy.

Living room has an electric fireplace, leather recliners and a 65" Smart TV. A queen size Murphy bed has been added in the living room for additional sleeping arrangements and comes with a fold up desk. View the beach from the dining room table that seats 10.

Take in views of the sunrise on the back porch. The home has 4 balconies with 2 Adirondack chairs and a small table on each deck. The main back balcony has 2 Adirondack chairs, 1 small table and 2 rocking Adirondack chairs. We recently added a latched gate on the main back deck for added safety. Sip a coffee or cocktail and just enjoy the views from any balcony.

Outside in the garage, have a seat in the lawn furniture while someone cooks your favorite meal with the gas barbecue. After a day at the beach, rinse off in the outdoor shower. We have also included a Tesla charger in the garage for any electric vehicle that needs charging.

Property manager

Travis Dhonau / Latitude Home Services
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parking on the street. The home has 3 spaces in the garage and 3 in the driveway. No boats or trailers are permitted.
Please follow rules for elevator posted on each door. Maximum amount of people in elevator at one time is 2.
All guests age 16 and older are required to show proof of identification. Examples of approved id’s are driver’s license or a passport.

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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR10893

About the area

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and near 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 Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center. 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

  • Sunny Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Moody Gardens - 9 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rita's Italian Ice - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is DriftAway to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DriftAway to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DriftAway to the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DriftAway to the Beach located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Galveston Island Beaches and Sunny Beach. Hershey Beach and West Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

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

Family vacay

Amazing house, amazing location.. Perfect in every way!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathi P.

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

Beautiful!!

We had a small group for our Dads celebration of life. The house is absolutely beautiful and meticulous. Communication was excellent and very helpful with fishing guide and golf cart rental. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jontue P.

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

Impressive!!

We enjoyed our stay so much! Beautiful neighborhood, easy walk to the beach, and the owners provided so much! We would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neva T.

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

Family Time

The DriftAway was a perfect find for our family! The home is lovely, and our every need was thought of. The host was very accommodating. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pura M.

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

Easter Celebration

This was our 2nd Easter celebration in this house. The house is nothing short of amazing! The house is well stocked with everything you might need . The manager was incredibly responsive and was on hand for any issues during our stay.We highly recommend booking this beach house for your next getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

roy m.

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

Great Stay

We had a great time! The weather was beautiful and the accommodations were very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina S.

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

Christmas Getaway

My family and I loved our stay at this property. The neighborhood was nice, walking distance to the beach and close to the sea wall. The house is also stocked with pretty much everything you can think of. Not to mention, the owner, Eric, was great from start to finish. My family and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise Z.

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

Thanksgiving

Enjoyed time with family in this beautiful home
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty A.

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

Labor Day beach vacation

Beautiful property, exceptional .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ampelia F.

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

Wonderful house

My friends and I stayed during a long weekend. The house is beautiful and very clean. We had all we needed for our stay, the kitchen is very well stocked with state of the art appliances and any utensils or tools you may need. We loved the drinks area with the two wine refrigerators, very nice to have. Definitely a keeper!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Great stay at the beach

Everything was as promised. Great stay. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna P.

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

Beautiful home.

We loved the home and how clean it was. Loved the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Great location

Great location, amenities, and experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

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

Gorgeous Vacay Home

We stayed for my daughters dance competition and it fit all of our guests perfectly so it doubled as a family reunion also!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia J.

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

Amazing home!

This is a beautiful home, in a quiet area, with perfect beach access. The views from the house were amazing. Eric is an great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro C.

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

Drift Away Getaway

We had a wonderful time at the Drift Away. We appreciated the elevator for my elderly parents and the amenities were wonderful. We will definitely come back to this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerri S.

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

Back to School Trip

We had a wonderful trip just before school starts with family. The weather was wonderful and the house a delight! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kacie O.

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

Wonderful Property!

Walking distance to beach, close to restaurants, and activities! My family and I have visited Galveston for the past decade and the property is our favorite yet! Definitely plan to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha D.

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

Beautiful Home

It was an awesome getaway. The home is beautiful and the location is great. It is perfect for an intimate family getaway. I highly recommend:)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Beautiful home in a fantastic community near the beach!

My family and I loved this place! Property manager is one of the best on the island and SUPER responsive and helpful! Plenty of space and amenities. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ebonee P.

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

Absolutely beautiful!

This stay was the most cleaniest, most comfortable, most close to home feeling I have ever experienced with a beach rental . My entire family enjoyed our stay. Will diffintly rent again...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

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

Perfect reunion spot

This is the fourth reunion we have rented property. This time we required an elevator to the ground floor...all turning 80 this year.... The house was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

D N.

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

Great time

Great, clean, awesome time. Ice maker is fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

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

Stern family vacation 2023

This was a wonderful house in a great location that met our needs in lots of different ways. We had fun at the beach and in the water, and we had meals and game time in the large living area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney L.

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

Beautiful property

The house was perfect. Gorgeous finishes throughout, nice layout, easy short walk to beach. Elevator was great for our elderly family members. We enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Travis Dhonau / Latitude Home Services

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We are from the Austin area and purchased our Beachside Village home to enjoy the beach life and share it with everyone. We take get care in making sure that everything is perfect so all who stay at DriftAway will have the best experience and want to come back again and again.

Why they chose this property

With views from every balcony you are just a short walk to the beach. With chairs and toys provided, we wish to make your beach getaway one to remember.

What makes this property unique

Providing an elevator for folks who are disabled or have special needs is something we love being able to offer. This way all ages can enjoy the getaway and not worry about getting in and out of the beach house.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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