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Coastal Gem in Sea Isle, Steps to Beach

Family-friendly holiday home in Galveston with a water park

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Welcome to Big Tuna by BeachBox
Create lasting memories in this beautiful home
Holiday magic meets the coast—upgrade your BeachBox stay with a festive Christmas tree, available Dec 19–28 while supplies last.
This is the main living room area of the home
This dining area is located next to the kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 18297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Sea Isle Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Terramar Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Coastal Gem in Sea Isle, Steps to Beach

Welcome to Big Tuna, a stunning 6 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom beach house in Galveston`s highly desired Sea Isle subdivision. This spacious and stylish home offers the epitome of luxury coastal living with its beautifully designed interior, high end appliances, delightful outdoor living space, proximity to the beach and access to the nearby community pool and fishing pier.

● WINTER TEXAN RATE: Escape to the Texas Gulf Coast this winter! Ask about our reduced monthly rates October 1 - March 1.

● Location: Sea Isle beach community of Galveston, Texas

● Beach access: 30 second drive to the Sea Isle beach parking lot, or 5 minute walk.

● Community Amenities: Guests have access to the Sea Isle community pool for a fee— open Memorial Day thru Labor Day— and the community boat launch and fishing pier with the provided keys.

● Rent BeachBox: Beach gear rentals are available! Ask us for details and rates.

● WIFI/Cable: We provide free high-speed WIFI and Roku with access to Sling TV for live television channels. Guests are welcome to log into their own streaming service apps.

● Pet Policy: 3 pets are allowed with a $25 fee per pet. Please keep pets off furniture, clean up after them outside, and crate them if left alone indoors.

● Large Groups: We love hosting church groups and large family gatherings, however groups over the size of 14 guests must be approved prior to booking.

● Parking: There is room for up to 5 cars between the garage and driveway.

● Cancellation Policy: All cancellations are subject to a 3% credit card processing fee.

● Party Policy: No parties are allowed at our home. Please look elsewhere if that is the intent of your trip.

● Age Requirement: Guests must be 24+ to book.

GVR-12904

We are unable to price match any rates found on other booking platforms.

House rules:
- Guests must be 24+ to book the property.
- One-night stays must be approved.
- Groups larger than 14 need to be approved. We do not allow parties.
- Quiet hours are from 10pm-8am.
- Any damages to the house or property during your stay will result in a deduction or additional charge for the resulting repair/replacement cost.
- All pets must be approved by our team, stay off of all furniture, be cleaned up after in the yard, and not left alone inside the home unless in a kennel.
- No parking allowed on lawns, yards, empty grass lots or other neighbors’ driveways, even if their home appears unoccupied.
- Oversized vehicles/trailers are not permitted unless explicit approval has been received from our team.
- Do not turn the AC below 70 degrees. If you do, you will risk the AC unit freezing up, requiring it to thaw out which will result in the home getting extremely warm.
- Should an eviction occur due to breaking house rules (noise ordinance violations, excessive guests and/or vehicles beyond the agreed amount), there will be an $850 fine.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Guests must be 24+ to book the property. - One-night stays must be approved. - Groups larger than 14 need to be approved. We do not allow parties. -

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, 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

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Galveston Island Beaches and Sea Isle Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Galveston Country Club. 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

  • Sea Isle Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Terramar Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 31 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 36 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Port of Galveston - 37 min drive - 37.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pariah Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Coastal Gem in Sea Isle, Steps to Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Coastal Gem in Sea Isle, Steps to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Coastal Gem in Sea Isle, Steps to Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Gem in Sea Isle, Steps to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Gem in Sea Isle, Steps to Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Gem in Sea Isle, Steps to Beach located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Sea Isle Beach and Terramar Beach. Galveston Island Beaches and Half Moon Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host for this property is outstanding! Very communicative and took care of everything we needed. The house itself is amazing and in a great location! Views of the ocean and bay from the balconies. A short walk to the beach and stocked with plenty of dishes, towels, linens, etc. Our group had THE BEST time!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Double H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lots of stairs, but a very nice property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Beautiful and Spacious Vacation Home

Beautiful and spacious vacation home. Wonderful for our family of mostly adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nolanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed this house - property as described. Bedrooms/bathrooms ensuites worked for oue large family. Easy walk to the beach. Property Mangagement very attentive and easy to communicate with!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was absolutely perfect! Loved all the rooms and bathrooms. The house was the perfect size, very spacious. And loved the location. So close to the beach. Thanks for everything! Would definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location. Amenities are good. Enough well furnished rooms. Some suggestions to improve:Need some cloth hangers and hooks in BR 5&6. Main door locking system is very confusing. Need some clear instructions. Some bathroom fixtures are coming off. I found one cockroach inside. Please have better pest control.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun times! Plenty of room for all
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mer O.

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

Perfect Galveston Location for Vacation

Home is distance away from other homes compared to other sites. Close to restaurants and the beach. Home is well kept and updated. Many amenities. Off season rates were affordable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

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

Hicks Family

I wasn't excited about the views but was good with the accommodations and the overall setup of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Family get away

8 adults and 2 kids were more than comfortable.The home clean and cared for. One ceiling fan controller was missing- but my son found that he could down load an app to be able to use the fan. We could’ve used another couple towels- but overall it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica T.

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

Staff Retreat

This home was perfect for our staff retreat! The hosts stayed in contact with us the whole stay and had clear directions upon check in and check out. The home was steps away from the beach and a quick drive to town!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Chara S.

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

My 50th Birthday Girls Trip

The beach house was wonderful! The description was very accurate! We would love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kippie H.

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

Beautiful home!

Great house for multiple couples! Our only complaint was that there were no extra towels or blankets available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

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

Family Get Away

We had a great time at the house! Good for all guests, we had ages 6 months to 65 years old. Close to the beach access. Good porch space for family fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry A.

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

Family vaycay 2025

Everything was great. Only problem was the dyer wasn’t drying. Think the vent is clogged. The lint filter was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

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

SUPER NICE!

My family and I had a wonderful time! The house was super clean and wonderfully decorated. Lots to do for everyone! Also, food trucks and cute bars close. Hope to stay again SOON!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfred M.

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

Family reunion

We had a great time! The house was big enough for our large family. Kitchen was clean and well stock. Bedrooms were clean and large too. Will defiantly use it again. The only thing we could have use more of were towels. But no problem there was a large laundry room well stock too.Thank you for letting us make our family memories in your beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay J.

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

Nice house and good location

We had a group of family for a quick weekend getaway. The house was very nice and great location with an easy walk to the beach. Managers were responsive and able to remedy a situation with the key on check in and they kept in touch throughout the weekend and leading up to our stay. We could’ve used more towels, especially since the dryer didn’t get hot and we couldn’t get anything to dry. Also, there are only sheer curtains throughout the house, even the bedrooms, so privacy was a little difficult and made sleeping in a little difficult, especially for our littles. Lastly, the upstairs shared bathroom had a tub/shower set up but no shower curtain so baths only in there. Otherwise, all the outdoor spaces were nice, kitchen had everything we needed, and overall the house was in good shape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Beautiful large home w close walk to the beach!

Very accommodating and beautiful home! All bedrooms have king beds (some rooms have additional bunkbeds), and there are a lot of bathrooms in the house. The kitchen is well-equipped for a large family. The beach is a short walk. We will likely book this house again because it is just perfect for our growing family!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis R.

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

Spacious

The house was excellent and as described. There was a lot of room for everyone. We had 5 couples in our family group and each basically had their own master suite. It is a short walk to the beach and and there is a bar and food truck area less than a block away. Would stay again if we were in the area
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Klaire M.

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

Big Tuna Times

Our family very much enjoyed our stay. The beach house is beautiful with plenty of space. Only a few minor details that would keep me from saying it was perfection. The room I stayed in happened to have a lingering smell of foot odor. Every other room smelled fine. After a few days it seemed a little better. As a family who loves watching TV in bed, more TVs in the bedrooms would be top notch. But a marvelous stay with ease of access to the beach! Go down to Allex’s fish market and get some fresh seafood to cook in the fabulous kitchen with your family. Fun times!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Girls trip

We had our annual girls trip. All of us over 60 and we had a blast. The house was wonderful, but next time we need to find fewer stairs. The inly issues we had was the freezer would not stay clised, and we ciuld have used more towels. The pics were very close to what you actually get. The beds are very comfy.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sophy k.

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

21 bday weekend

Our little girls trip was perfect. We loved the location of the house and size. Enough bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone. Only thing I would suggest is the house needs blinds. It was hard to change clothes without worrying someone is looking in. But house was close to beach and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry K.

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

Retired age 76

We had four couples stay and the house was perfect with each couple having their own bedroom and bathroom. Check in was easy and the hose was very clean. The only issue was the front door lock was broken and you could not lock it. Also the handle was loose. However I would definitely recommend this place if you have a large group
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette H.

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

Beach Vacay 2024

We were really pleased with our house! It was very comfortable and homey feeling! Not too far from the beach. We placed a grocery pickup order and picked it up on the way thru Galveston because there are not many places to get groceries in the area! I would recommend taking extra bath towels, kitchen towels, and paper towels, paper plates and throw away utensils. There were plenty of dishes and utensils but it makes it easier not to have to wash dishes as much! Besides there is not a dish drain and you only get 3 kitchen towels! I recommend bringing a dish drying mat. The bathrooms were very nice but they didn’t have any place to hang your towels to reuse them and the towel hanger by the sink was placed so low that you couldn’t hang a hand or bath towel only a wash cloth. All in all we had a great time staying at the Big Tuna/BeachBox
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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