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Galveston Bay Retreat

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Pool
Pool
Pool
Terrace/patio
Sport court

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Bacliff, TX
  • Kemah Boardwalk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • NASA Johnson Space Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Space Center Houston
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

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

main floor bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Galveston Bay Retreat

This rustic custom log home will pleasantly surprise you with nice big open floor plan, including a large gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar, over sized master suite with a spa like shower and soaking tub, pool side cabana game room with outside bar, Just blocks from boat launch that provides access to Galveston bay and first class fishing. 2 miles from Kemah boardwalk, Nasa Space Center and minutes away from fine dining and dive bars.

Property manager

Jake
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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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 and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Bacliff

Located in Bacliff, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Kemah Boardwalk is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit NASA Johnson Space Center and Space Center Houston. Travelling with kids? Consider Clear Lake Park and Butler Longhorn Museum. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Bacliff, TX

What's nearby

  • Houston Methodist Clear Lake - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kemah Boardwalk - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Clear Lake - 10 min drive - 8.6 km
  • NASA Johnson Space Center - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Space Center Houston - 17 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪La Brisa Mexican Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stomp's Burger Joint - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Galveston Bay Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Galveston Bay Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

Where is Galveston Bay Retreat located?

This family-friendly Bacliff holiday home is located by the sea, 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Houston Methodist Clear Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kemah Boardwalk and Kemah Lighthouse District. Ray Holbrook Park and Deep Hole Park are also within 6 miles (10 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. 49 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 64 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jamisa A.

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

Okay, but not worth what was charged

Overall, the space seemed to be clean. The beds were very stained under the sheets though. The pool was also a let down because it was very dirty and the cleaner was not working. There’s also no diving board as pictured. The space overall was spacious but it had a bunch of rooms that were locked making it kind of creepy. Especially at night because we didn’t know if anyone else was there on the property or in any of the locked rooms. We didn’t have restful nights at the place because it always sounded like people walking around and doors opening/closing. Also, one of the nights, a dog barked almost all night.The neighborhood looked a little sketchy but was fine, just a regular neighborhood.The best thing was the game room and outdoor area. I believe that they are charging mostly for that. It was okay overall but would not return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Fantastic Pool

The property is beautiful! We loved the pool and game room!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyson D.

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

Perfect Holiday Getaway

We were looking for a place large enough to keep our family entertained while meeting up with old acquaintances and family in the Houston area. The Galveston Bay retreat offered just that. While our stay was to chilly to utilize the pool, the young adults had plenty to do in the added game room. The kitchen was large enough to create a small Thanksgiving feast, and the house was plenty big enough to lounge about the rest of the day. Location was close to Kemah Boardwalk, grocery stores, and other necessities. Upon arrival we found some bonus snacks and drinks to make us feel welcome. Check in was easy, and we were even offered an early check in! The property was clean, secured, and well maintained for the area. You can tell the owners care. We make it back to the Houston area about every 10 years, so hopefully this gem is still around. We would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

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

Family Vacation 2024

It’s a beautiful place very relaxing!!! Everyone had a good time especially the kids before school start!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rhonda K.

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

Good plus

Definitely need bathroom by pool/gameroom; wifi could be better it was in/out whole time; other than that very nice place but being older the stairs are killer;
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan C.

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

Outstanding

Beautiful place
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac B.

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

Family staycation

Family get together to celebrate Fathers Day
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blazing G.

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

Fun times in the pool!

We had a great stay at this wonderful home in Bacliff. Our dogs had fun in the large yard and we had fun hanging out by the pool. Thanks for letting us stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dani Jo T.

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

Wonderful

This place was absolutely incredible!!! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie P.

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

Beautiful vacation home!

We had a great week at this beautiful house. It is just as described but pictures don’t do it justice. We all enjoyed the pool and game room. The owner was very easy to contact and quick response. We had one minor issue with the upstairs thermostat going out and it within an hour of contacting the owner, it was resolved. The kitchen is well equipped and plenty of towels and linens were provided. Was a quick drive to Galveston without the high cost of staying in Galveston. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again. Thank you Lea for a wonderful after graduation vacation for our boys!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra V.

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

Great Stay!

Lea was so attentive to any concerns we had, and was available when we had questions. The house had a pool and a great "party room"...when we weren't siteseeing, we were having fun at the house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon H.

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

Renter

The property was 100% as advertised. We had a great stay. The kitchen is definitely high end, the pool was clean and warm. The pool house is a big plus. Be aware of the stairs to enter the house and the master bedroom is up a flight of stairs. I would have preferred there to be a door on the master bathroom but it wasn't a problem. I highly recommend the house for those that can navigate the stairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Thanksgiving in Bacliff

This house was perfect for our needs. We came to visit my sister for Thanksgiving and it turns out she lives right behind this house. What a blessing that was. My son flew in from Chicago and I, my husband and granddaughter flew in from FL. The house was wonderful. It was stocked with lots of games that we played each night. The kitchen was very well stocked with dishes, pans and utensils. If there was a negative, it would be that there is no light over the dining table so it’s hard to see at night when you’re trying to play games and read the cards. It was cold, so we could only look at the pool and not swim
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Late summer trip

Process was easy. Pool was dirty and neighbor was very undesirable. No privacy from neighbors in pool area. The downstairs game room bar area saved the trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robyn G.

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

Great house!

We really enjoyed our stay here. The neighborhood isn't the greatest but it was perfect for what we needed. The house was spacious and we enjoyed spending our days in the pool. It was a short drive to Kemah and Galveston.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

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

Great experience!

We loved the property! It was very homey feeling and made our family feel welcome. The pool and game room were so nice & created fun space for family time. The dishwasher was broken when we arrived and the property owner addressed it very quickly. The property is well cared for and our family would love to stay there again!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Chance B.

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

Family Mash Up

2 family’s used this property for a cross state meet up and had a wonderful time. Close to local attractions, the private pool was a hit with the kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Martha F.

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

Good family option

The house was as stated online with plenty of room. The cabana area was nice and provided plenty of shade while outside. There was a pool table, card table, roulette table, and foosball table. The pool could use a good cleaning bc there was a large ring of green mildew around the bottom of it. The house could use an exterminator bc we saw lots of large roaches inside and around the pool area as well as spiders and other small insects. The master bathroom has no door so that was awkward. Especially since the extra bedroom with two twin beds is also in the master bedroom, so not much privacy. Otherwise, the house was great for our family. We had tons of fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful house and pool

Beautiful house, pool, and game room. We never left the property for the 4 days we stayed. Bring your own propane tank or plan to get the ones on site refilled for grilling. Plenty of pool floats and toys. House hadn’t been cleaned after guest checked out earlier in the day. We let Leah know and then finished laundry and light cleaning. Owner was very apologetic and refunded our cleaning deposit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Vacation 2022

We had an amazing time enjoying the pool and and games. The house was gorgeous. Property owner responded back right away when we contacted her with questions. We would love to stay again next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

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

Great pool and game room.

Property is great and a lot of fun. We will def be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jina R.

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

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Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Cyndi J.

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

Interesting house.

Very nice and interesting house. Lots of stairs. Kinda wish the pool had a little more privacy from the neighbors. Minor maintenance issues with the master bathroom toilet, disposal, and some lights over the stove. Fridge kept freezing food. We enjoyed our stay. Not to far from other areas to go exploring.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Most Comfortable Vacation!

My family and I were looking for a place to take our summer vacation that offered all of the amenities that we look for: a tub for mom to soak, double shower, king size beds, no a/c degree limit, pet friendly, separate master bedroom, reasonable fees and price and a wow factor. This year we also wanted a private pool. This beautiful home had all of these, and we thoroughly enjoyed our 4-day vacation! The beds were the most comfortable we have ever slept on. The A/C worked better than mine at home! The water was hot and the refrigerator was cold upon arrival. The home was clean and tidy. Sparely decorated but I actually like it this way, less distractions and simple. The stairs well, it is what it is on that one; a little exercise is good for you! The neighborhood may look rough and tough but in actuality it is just a poorer neighborhood with really hardworking, decent people. I am a lifelong survivor of abuse, and I did not feel uncomfortable here and alone with my kids with my husband commuting to and from work. We were fine. Actually, while sitting on the front balcony of the house, my daughter and I noticed a daily occurrence of a son walking his momma to and from the store to get ice-cream everyday around 3:30; All the while carrying her purse. One day it was three purses! Please remember the old saying, "Never judge a book by it's cover." This certainly applies to the surrounding neighborhood of this lovely home. My family and I will be back and most likely this year too! This home is exactly what we needed to come together as a family. We played hide and seek in the house (all the nooks and crannies were perfect for this) and family games at the table under the massive, ornate chandelier. My children actually unplugged and hung out with mom and dad. This place brought us together again as a family. We so needed this with all of the crazy in our life. Thank you Lea for having my family in your home! We will be back to create more wonderful and lasting memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

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