Waterfront Escape w/ Pool, Boat Dock & Great Views
Tucked along a quiet canal in Galveston’s Jamaica Beach, Moby Dick is a relaxed 6-bedroom, 5.5-bath home designed for easygoing group stays. The two-story layout includes open, sunlit living areas, a second-floor hangout space for kids, and plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Outside, enjoy a private pool, boat dock, and a spacious deck perfect for morning coffee or sunset drinks—all just about a mile from the beach.
● Location: Jamaica Beach community of Galveston, Texas
● Beach Access: Quick 4-minute drive to the Jamaica Beach access point.
● Private Pool: This home features a waterfront in-ground pool with a spacious patio for lounging. Pool can only be heated to 86 degrees and costs an additional $35 per day to heat.
● Community Amenities: Guests have access to the Jamaica Beach community pool for a fee — open Memorial Day - Labor Day — and city park.
● 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: 2 pets are allowed with a $150 fee per pet. Please keep pets off furniture, clean up after them outside, and crate them if left alone indoors.
● Parking: There is room for up to 6 cars in the driveway.
Inside, the main living area is open, bright, and built for connection. The kitchen, dining, and living spaces all flow together under tall ceilings, with big windows that let in plenty of natural light. Whether you`re gathering for dinner, lounging with a board game, or chatting over coffee, there’s room for everyone to settle in without feeling crowded.
Three bedrooms are located on this main floor, including one that’s furnished with both a king and a double bed—ideal for parents traveling with a younger child or a small group who doesn’t mind sharing a room. The other two bedrooms are connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom: one has a king bed, and the other is set up with a full-size and a twin-size bunk bed, making it a natural fit for kids or cousins to bunk up together. There’s also a guest half-bath on this floor and a laundry room for mid-trip refreshes.
Upstairs, you’ll find three more bedrooms—each with its own private bathroom—along with a second living area that gives kids or teens a space to hang out separately. Sleeping arrangements upstairs are flexible: two rooms have king beds (one with an additional twin), and the third has another set of full and twin bunk beds.
Outdoors, the home’s canal-front setting is a natural extension of the living space. A shaded pool with a volleyball net sits just beneath the house, while the upper deck spans over the boat slip—perfect for coffee at sunrise or a laid-back happy hour in the evening. A fish cleaning station, outdoor shower, and garage full of beach gear round things out. And when you`re ready for the sand, the beach is just about a mile down the road.
● 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.
STR25-000072
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Surveillance Camera: Camera 1: Captures the driveway Camera 2: Captures pool area Camera 3: Captures front door and part of upper deck
House Rules: - Guests must be 24+ to book the property. - One-night stays must be approved. - Groups larger than 12 need to be approved. We do not allow parties. - This house sleeps a max of 16 guests. - 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. - The homeowner`s routine pool maintenance cannot be rescheduled and is required for the health and safety of our guests. They will not need to access the home but will access the yard. - Heated Pool: Pool can only be heated to 86 degrees and costs an additional $35 per day to heat. - No jumping or diving into the water. Children must be supervised at all times. - This community only allows BLACK TRASH BAGS. We provide trash bags under the kitchen sink. Please refrain from using white bags. - 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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- Guests must be 24+ to book the property.
- One-night stays must be approved.
- Groups larger than 12 need to be approved. We do not allow parties.
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Property Registration Number STR23-00095
Property # 4465395vb
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
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 on the waterfront, this holiday home is in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island Beaches, while Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens are popular area attractions. Broadway and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting.
Galveston Island State Park Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Galveston Island Beaches - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
Moody Gardens - 25 min drive - 22.5 km
Galveston Seawall - 31 min drive - 25.0 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
Venados Cantina - 19 min walk
Circle K - 2 min drive
Galveston Country Club - 7 min drive
Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - 11 min drive
The Sandbar - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Waterfront Escape w/ Pool, Boat Dock & Great Views have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Waterfront Escape w/ Pool, Boat Dock & Great Views?
As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterfront Escape w/ Pool, Boat Dock & Great Views on 7 December 2026 start from NZ$1,493, 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.
Is Waterfront Escape w/ Pool, Boat Dock & Great Views pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Waterfront Escape w/ Pool, Boat Dock & Great Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Escape w/ Pool, Boat Dock & Great Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront Escape w/ Pool, Boat Dock & Great Views?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront Escape w/ Pool, Boat Dock & Great Views located?
Located in West End, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach. Indian Beach and Palm Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful property with all the entertainment you would need. I loved that it had extra plates and serving utensils. We only had one minor issue with the door being hard to open with the lock, but that didnt stop the fun. The owners did a great job on this property.
Frankie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2026
That’s what we like to hear! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We hope to host you again soon.
We stayed here for our annual Galveston family vacation. It was the perfect size and setup for our large family. The covered pool was very thoughtful and the beach is very close—a three minute drive to park on the beach. I look forward to staying here again next year.
Erin L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2025
Thanks for your review, Erin! We love hearing from our guests. We can’t wait to host you again soon.
Beautiful house. Grill was not usable, but the house was clean and had lots of extras for beach and enjoying our stay. Would stay again.
Jessica M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We take all feedback very seriously and will address the issues you brought up. We can’t wait to host you again soon.
This is is AMAZING! It’s very spacious and had everything we needed to have a comfortable stay. The beds were extremely comfortable. The location of the house was a great. Took us 3 mins to the beach. The pool was a little chilly but really nice after being in the sun and beach all day, was really nice to come back too. We also utilized the canoes it was a bonus to have there, super fun and was able to allThe houses in the area. The layout of the house was perfect for our family getaway. We can’t wait to stay again. LOVE LOVE LOVE this house.
Sandra W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2025
Thanks for the 5-star review! So glad you had a great time staying with us. We can’t wait to host you again soon.