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Elegant Historic Home Blocks Away from The Strand

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A room with a wooden floor, a white wall, a large wooden door, a bed with pillows, a plant, and a painting.
A hallway with wooden floors, a red rug, and a wooden ceiling with ductwork.
Picture yourself here planning tomorrow`s adventures
A family dining outdoors with a table, chairs, and a railing.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with a rustic table and chairs, a colorful abstract painting on the wall, and a hallway leading to another room.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Seawall Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Ashton Villa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Strand Theatre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Galveston

Located in Historic Downtown Galveston, 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 Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Consider Saengerfest Park for a night out or Moody Gardens if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Ashton Villa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Strand Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pier 21 - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Port of Galveston - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vida Agave - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Galveston Bagel Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪MOD Coffeehouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Marmo Bistro - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Press Box - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Historic Home Blocks Away from The Strand pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Elegant Historic Home Blocks Away from The Strand?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elegant Historic Home Blocks Away from The Strand?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Historic Home Blocks Away from The Strand?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elegant Historic Home Blocks Away from The Strand located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Rosenberg Library, Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal. Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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. 37 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 62 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2026
Thanks for the 5-star review! So glad you had a great time staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 11 stayed one night before boarding our cruise ship and it was the perfect location to get to the pier and the port. Communication with the owners was great also.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2026
Thanks for the 5-star review! So glad you had a great time staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house for my friends and I! It was massive and had comfortable beds. It was also close to everything. Only negative thing was that the upstairs bathroom door is bowed, making it difficult to open and close. Aside from that one thing, we had a fantastic time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thanks for your review! We love hearing from our guests. We can’t wait to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So cute and in a great area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2025
Thanks for the 5-star review! So glad you had a great time staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place. Easy walk to downtown.

Great place to stay before a cruise. Beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 April 2025
Thanks for the 5-star review! So glad you had a great time staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house, nice location to cruise port- walking distance!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2025
Thanks for the 5-star review! We hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was as pictured and described
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 January 2026
Thanks for your review! We love hearing from our guests. We can’t wait to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The floors needed mopped. Although the keypad did not work the host immediately answered back allowing us an alternate way to get in. Host was great and I’ve already booked a second stay with same host at another location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2026
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay! We only stayed one night before our cruise! Perfect for our family of nine perfect location also
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 January 2024
Kelli - I'm glad to hear that you had a great stay with your family before your cruise! If you ever plan another trip or have any questions, feel free to reach out. Safe travels, and I hope your cruise was fantastic!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent Location to Everything! Lots of room and fun things for the kids to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Enjoyed the evening and morning at this nice property. Perfect for cruisers.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
That’s what we like to hear! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Historic House

Lots of room for our group of 9. Loved the historic charm of the house and it was close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 December 2024
Kendra - Thank you for your review! We're glad the house worked well for your group and that you enjoyed its historic charm. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home

We loved staying here! The home was so beautiful and the host was very quick to respond when needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2025
Jennifer - Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you loved the home and had a great experience with us. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family stay

There were 14 of us staying here. The location and the house was perfect for the 14 of us. Everything about this stay was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2025
Thanks for the 5-star review! So glad you had a great time staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was responsive from the moment I booked. Easy check-in and easy check-out. It was our first time being in Galveston. We wanted to explore the town, but since we only had one night at the property, we wanted to enjoy the amenities and the ambience of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 November 2025
That’s what we like to hear! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review Gaye. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

It was a very nice house. Beds were nice and location was great. Next time I’m in Galveston with a big group i hope this place is available
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2025
That’s what we like to hear! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location near The Strand

Great location with close proximity to the strand and the seawall. We enjoyed our stay and the management of the property was easy to work with and communicated with us often to ensure we had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2025
David - Thank you for the kind words. We're glad you enjoyed the location and your stay. You're welcome back anytime.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The home is a period home and I understand the dated furniture. I was unhappy that one of the rooms did not have a dresser or even a closet to hang clothes. The upstairs bathroom door was difficult to operate. We were asked to shower to get sand off before we came in but the only place we could do that was in the front with water hose. It just seemed inappropriate. If I’m not mistaken, one of the perks was games to play there at the home. Unfortunately, none of it was in good shape to even play a game. The kitchen was very, very disappointing. The pots and pans set was ruined and should’ve been replaced. The big utensils were lacking. There was not even a spatula to flip eggs. There were lots of plates and forks and things like that but the overall cooking capability was very limited. Location was good. The size of the home was good. The check out was easy. I was just disappointed that some of the necessities were lacking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Precruise stay

Nice and clean! Our family enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2024
Thanks for your review! We love hearing from our guests. We can’t wait to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Historic Home

Great price for a luxery stay here in Galveston. Highly recomend any of the BeachBox properties managment is very responsive
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 March 2025
That’s what we like to hear! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a little hick up with getting the key from the box. Had to wait about an hour for maintenance to show up and let is in. Aside from that everything was great. Great location and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 January 2026
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pre Cruise Visit

Great house within walking distance to Strand.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 February 2025
Thanks for the 5-star review, Dorothy! So glad you had a great time staying with us.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was freezing, specifically downstairs. We turned the heat on as soon as we arrived in the house, and the temperature never went up past 62 degrees. Otherwise, the house was well fit for our group!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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