The Blue Heron-Steps to the Beach

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a balcony overlooking the beach.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a balcony with a view of the outside.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a dining area visible in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a central island with stools.
An aerial view of a beach with a row of houses along the shore.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to West Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Spanish Grant Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bermuda Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Downstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upstairs Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Upstairs Main Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Galveston

West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, is home to this holiday home. 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 Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Spanish Grant Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bermuda Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hershey Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pirate's Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McNeal's Tavern & Eatery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Heron-Steps to the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Heron-Steps to the Beach?

As of 7 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Heron-Steps to the Beach on 6 April 2027 start from NZ$2,189, 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.

What time is check-in at The Blue Heron-Steps to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Heron-Steps to the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Heron-Steps to the Beach located?

Located in West End, this holiday home is steps from West Beach and 2 mi (3.1 km) from Galveston Island Beaches. Spanish Grant Beach and Hershey Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful vacation here! Steps to the beach and great views from the patios. The master bedroom was beautiful, we could watch the waves from our bed! Eric was very responsive and made the trip run smoothly. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 8 adults and 3 kids under 4…. It was perfect! Close to the beach, each family had our own bedroom, plenty of space to move around. Very clean, pretty, stocked with anything you could possibly need. I give it a 10/10!! We will stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, nice and clean! Air conditioners work great A cozy home! Kitchen was fully stocked with all of your cooking needs & some spices. The kids loved walking the beach and looking thru all of the seashells for sharks teeth. I hate saying good reviews and that we will be back bc I don’t want people to know about hidden gems like The Blue Heron
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Room upstairs was ver bright in the morning and couldn’t sleep late, other than that, it was great

Very nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures of "Blue Heron" were excellent, beautiful kept/roomy home/ many porches on several floors, perfect for the whole family to enjoy beach, restaurants nearby, even calling Starbucks for breakfast delivery. Beach very near, very clean. Not many people during the week, mostly on weekend. Washing machine/ open kitchen for cooking lovers. Barbecue pit available in garage for easy grilling under palm tree. Great porch swing to read, Nearby O'Bryan Museum off 21st street a must for history of Texas buffs !! Along seawall Blvd.- Olden times restaurants: Gaidos, reliable Willie G's on the Bay side wharf near strand fun to see the cruise boats arrive. Walking the strand you see many shops. Candy Mall open to all candy lovers. Pleasure Pier on Seawall offers ferris wheel, rides near the Historic Galvez Hotel, of a long ago era, Similar to Palm Beach, Fla times in 30's & 40's. "Blue Heron" is near to town for shopping on Strand, Kroger/ Randalls near 61st street, has grocery supplies between house & downtown making for convenience of things you forgot......nice/ friendly people in this Texas Best Gulf resort town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location is better than described

Perfect view of the beach/ocean. Steps from the beach. The beach was blocked off a 1/4 mile down each way that blocked cars from driving on the beach where the house was located. Prefect house. Very cozy. Definitely will rebook if the opportunity presents itself.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house with amazing views!

We loved staying here and will definitely be back! The house is very clean, cozy, spacious and beautifully decorated. You are literally a few steps from the beach and have amazing views from every window and patio of the house. The beds were all very comfy and the master has great views but also roll down blinds to shade the large windows for sleeping. We love to cook so the large kitchen with new appliances and all the cookware was great. Overall, the house has everything you need and more than enough space. The owner is extremely responsive and nice! We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls trip

The Blue Heron was great! Beautiful views, very nice updated kitchen...the whole place was very nice! We had 6 adults and had tons of room to spread out. 6 chairs on the deck to enjoy the breeze and view, even had chairs we could take down on the beach. The only issue would be that the door had a code to unlock that did not work but there was a lock box with keys in it (with said code) but that detail wasn't communicated. It was not a problem, it just took a minute to figure out that this was what you needed the code for. Other than that, I would stay here again if I had a large group. It was a beautiful place with great views and access to the beach. Th
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great overall experience at this beach house. Beach access and views are truly outstanding; Convenience of the downstairs shower/restroom made beach days incredibly easy. Home was updated and equipped with a fully functional & stocked kitchen. The thoughtful beach accessories were a pleasant surprise. The house is very spacious, which made it comfortable for our large group.There were a few areas where the stay could be improved. The master suite offered very limited privacy, as it does not have an en‑suite bathroom and instead shares a hallway bathroom with the bunk room and study area. The master bedroom also lacks blackout curtains, so light from downstairs living area shines in at night, and only has sheer curtains for the outdoor balcony‑facing doors. Adding blackout curtains to interior French doors & exterior sliding glass area would greatly enhance comfort & privacy.The home was overall clean, though there was a noticeable sour/mildew odor, as if it had been unoccupied for a while. We purchased air fresheners to help. Few minor maintenance items stood out:• Dead batteries in several remotes• outdoor trash bin filled w/debris• rusted/broken outdoor chairs Broken indoor portable fansThese were all minor issues, and none of them overshadowed the many positives of the home. With a few thoughtful updates, this property could easily become an exceptional beach getaway. The location, beach convenience, and overall setup made it a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house has a great view of the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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