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House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Hitchcock, TX
  • Place, Outlet Shops at La Marque
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, College of the Mainland
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Tanger Outlets
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston.

Welcome to our peaceful retreat, perfect for a relaxing family getaway! Our spacious home features a large, fenced yard and direct access to beautiful Galveston Bay—perfect for boating and kayaking. Enjoy fishing right from our boat dock and deck, or take in the views from our expansive upper and lower decks. Just a short drive away is the stunning Galveston Beach. Please note that house parties are not permitted. We're excited to welcome you for a memorable stay!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3282523vb
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Hitchcock

Located in Hitchcock, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and Jamaica Beach, while Moody Gardens and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are popular area attractions. Ready for a night out? Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center and Saengerfest Park. With jet skiing, kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Hitchcock, TX

What's nearby

  • Outlet Shops at La Marque - 9 min drive - 13.7 km
  • College of the Mainland - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Mall of the Mainland - 12 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Tanger Outlets - 13 min drive - 20.4 km
  • LagoonFest - 13 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Texas Pit Stop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston.?

As of 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston. on 18 August 2026 start from NZ$1,053, 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.

How much is parking at House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Persimmon Gap Visitor Center, Texas City Museum and Jack Brooks Park. Galveston County Fairgrounds and HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time staying at this wonderful house. Would recommend every time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2026
Thank you for choosing to come back to our cozy bay house - we're so glad it continues to feel like a home away from home for you!
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome get away place kids had a blast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse K.

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

Great place and great host

We truly enjoyed staying here. Highly recommend for big families!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cuong N.

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

Great property and responsive host.

Everything about the stay was great. Only wish we had more time to spend there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

No_Hero

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

Amazing house

Super clean and updated interior and a really nice outside!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jakob R.

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

Gettaway

Great location, house has was very clean on arrival and amenities were good. House was spacious. The deck was a good place to hang out and down below was fun at night time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chantel C.

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

Family getaway

The house was not only beautiful, the cleanliness of the entire property was outstanding. The owners of this property thought of everything a family could use when away from home. Very well stocked and maintained. Would definitely stay again. 👌
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George S.

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

Amazing

The property was very well and kept never any issues. Only time we had a problem was during the rain knocked out the Wi-Fi could not get in and the owner was on the phone within five minutes, giving us a code. Very good rental would recommend to everybody.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

About the host

Hosted by Hoang

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