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Pirates' Beach Retreat | Pet Friendly, Beach Views

Pirates' Beach Retreat | Pet Friendly, Beach Views

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Sip in Splendor - In warm weather Pirates' Beach Retreat’s balcony is sure to be a favorite spot for savoring your morning coffee or enjoying cocktails as the sun sets over the water.
Easy Access - The living room provides quick and easy access to the patio where you can sit and enjoy the cool breeze while sharing stories and laughs with friends.
Picturesque Views - Take in picture-perfect views while out on the balcony! Enchanting ocean waves paired with beautiful, white sands are an unforgettable sight.
Treat Yourself - You work hard all year, don't settle for mediocrity! Treat you and your family to a vacation worth remembering at Pirates' Beach Retreat.
You Have Arrived - Welcome to your own personal paradise and enjoy a vacation fit for royalty!

Overview of Pirates' Beach Retreat | Pet Friendly, Beach Views

Reviews
7.2 out of 10 Good
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 15263 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Popular LocationPirates Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMoody Gardens14 min drive
  • Popular LocationGalveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark14 min drive
  • AirportGalveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)14 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

#1 Bedroom

1 King Bed

#2 Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

#3 Bedroom

2 Single Beds

#4 Bedroom

1 King Bed

#5 Bedroom

1 King Bed

Game Room

+1
5 Double Sofa Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

#1 Bathroom

#2 Bathroom

#3 Bathroom

#4 Bathroom

#5 Bathroom

#6 Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony

About this property

Pirates' Beach Retreat | Pet Friendly, Beach Views

Pirates' Beach, located on the beachside of the island, East of Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park, is one of the island's most popular neighborhoods, as families have been vacationing in Pirates Beach for generations! Pirates' beaches are some of the best kept on the island, and many guests appreciate that vehicles are not able to drive on the beaches here (guests are able to park at one of the many neighborhood cul-de-sacs to easily carry beach gear to the beach). Pirates’ Beach has its own small grocery mart, liquor store and even fresh seafood markets and bait shops. If you want to stock up on some essentials, Hummel’s General store is a one-stop shop for groceries, ice, fresh deli sandwiches and pizza, pretty much all the goodies you may need for a vacation weekend.

GULF COAST CONCIERGE
Ryson partners exclusively with Gulf Coast Concierge to make your time on the island unforgettable! Gulf Coast Concierge understands it's the little things that count. Create your own adventures with beach gear and golf cart rentals, a sunset cruise or a bonfire and smores on the beach. Gulf Coast Concierge also offers fishing charters, photo sessions, and a variety of in-home services. If you can dream it, we will do our best to make it happen!

NOTES
All Ryson properties are non-smoking.

This home is pet-friendly. One pet is allowed. Weight limit of 40 pounds. All pets must be registered, and pet fee ($100/pet) must be paid upfront. Outside the home, dogs must be leashed at all times, and owners are responsible for picking up after dogs. Please review Ryson’s 'Tips for Traveling with Pets' for additional information.

It is recommended to review Ryson's Packing List when planning your vacation. If there are any questions, please contact us.

This vacation home should accommodate up to 4 vehicles to be parked at the property. Carpooling is highly recommended. Vehicles should be parked in the driveway or designated parking space. At no time should any vehicle be parked on lawns, yards or dune. Many HOAs do not allow parking for trailers, RVs, boats, etc. Please contact Ryson with any questions.

Pirates' Beach is a residential neighborhood, and quiet hours are enforced between 10 pm and 7 am.

Even if listed as a provided amenities, Ryson is unable to guarantee specific cable package, network or channels or cable and internet signal quality and cable may not be available on all TVs.

All reservations require a completed Ryson Rental Agreement, and the agreement holder must be at least 25 years of age to rent this property and provide a valid ID at check-in. Check-in time is 4 pm and check-out time is at 10 am.

EXTENDED STAYS
Monthly rentals are considered in the off-season - Winter Texans, snowbirds, retirees, corporate stays, medical professionals, university students and plant workers are welcome. Extended stays or monthly rentals require a stay of 30+ nights, and these reservations are tax exempt. This is an immediate savings of 15%! Although most extended stay reservations are between the middle of November through February, extended stays may be considered anytime between Labor Day and Memorial Day. Extended stay reservations may not be placed online, but a Ryson Vacation Planner would love to answer any questions you may have and help you reserve your extended stay.

RYSON VACATION RENTALS
Ryson, established in 2006, is the largest local vacation rental provider on Galveston Island, offering close to 300 vacation rentals, including Ryson's Luxury Collection, in-house maintenance, housekeeping, inspection, laundry and property management. Ryson’s team of Vacation Planners are Certified Tourism Ambassadors and more than happy to work with guests interested in renting multiple homes, as they offer expansive local knowledge and know Ryson's vacation homes.

Property manager

VTrips

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number GVR06745

About the area

Galveston

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Pirates Beach, a neighbourhood in Galveston. Galveston Seawall and Strand Historic District are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Broadway and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting. Windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Pirates Beach - 6 min walk
  • Broadway - 6 min drive
  • Bermuda Beach - 8 min drive
  • Moody Gardens - 14 min drive
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jimmy's on the Pier - 11 min drive
  • Galveston Country Club - 4 min drive
  • Galveston Island Brewing - 12 min drive
  • Viet Cajun - 11 min drive
  • Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pirates' Beach Retreat | Pet Friendly, Beach Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pirates' Beach Retreat | Pet Friendly, Beach Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pirates' Beach Retreat | Pet Friendly, Beach Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pirates' Beach Retreat | Pet Friendly, Beach Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Pirates Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach. Galveston Island State Park Beach and Palm Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

7.2

Good

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6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Check-in

5.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

6.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Craig B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Worst home I’ve Ever rented
I have rented many times with different agencies and this house is by far the WORST house EVER. I don’t know if VRBO has a scale they go by, but this was a complete waste of my money and makes me rethink EVER using VRBO again. On the day of arrival we asked for an early check in only to be denied. That’s understandable if the cleaning crew needs time to finish; however, that was not the case bc the leaser just didn’t feel like letting us in early. No cleaners ever showed up while we waited (FYI in the past an early entry to property has always been allowed when no cleaners were done) Issues that were reported during our stay that never got addressed: - Entry door knob to house was broken, kept falling apart and rolling down the stairs - Bathroom door to secondary bedroom was off the hinges and wood never close - The microwave handle was broken - Other items were broken Other issues at the home: - Sliding door from main room to porch had a major gap and wouldn’t close properly (cooling issue) - The main entry door had a major gap and wouldn’t close properly (cooling issue) - Owner controlled AC via nest and cut off air during the night (cooling/comfort issue) - The door to outdoor screened in porch was off the hinges - The screen on outdoor porch was ripped (safety issue) Finally, the house moved when the wind blew hard (you could literally fell it sway) which essentially makes it unsafe. I paid premium for this house and felt ripped off!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Debra McBride C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Not worth the price
Was impressed with location, not impressed with the cosmetics of the house it needs upgrading
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Chet E.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location but needs maintenance
I would love to give this home a 5+ rating, because our family had a great vacation there, and this is a large house with 2 separate den areas right next to the beach. However, there were a lot of significant maintenance problems: terrible mold in the kitchen cabinets that could be smelled in the kitchen and den; non-working doors on one bathroom door and both doors for the screened in porch area; hard to open sliding glass door to the patio; and the front doorknob fell off on our last day there. I can deal with old carpets, flooring and woodwork and having to get 3 different front door codes, because this is, after all, a beach house right on the beach. I just hope the maintenance issues are fixed, because, if so, I would like to stay at this house again and would highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation- as advertised
The property is in an amazing location. Right on the beach. House is as advertised, it’s a bit dated, and a unique layout, but overall nice. It could use an enclosed outdoor shower, and the storage are downstairs wasn’t usable due to junk in there. However, given the price and location, would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary P.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Great location but not managed well
Got locked out until 11pm Needs complete renovation Location on beach was perfect though
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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