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Galveston Retreat w/ Backyard & Patio!

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Galveston Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | 757 Sq Ft | Access Only By Stairs
Patio | Charcoal Grill | Gas Fire Pit
Balcony | Dog Friendly w/ Fee | Complimentary Kayaks
Living Room | Free WiFi | Smart TV
Living Room | Electric Fireplace | Queen Sleeper Sofa

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Samuel May Williams House
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Galveston Retreat w/ Backyard & Patio!

Boasting a central location just over a mile from the beach, this Gulf Coast vacation rental is perfect for your next getaway to Galveston, Texas! This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers an idyllic outdoor oasis with a gas fire pit, a charcoal grill, and plenty of space to relax. Visit Moody Gardens, explore nearby museums, or take the complimentary kayaks out on the water! After a day of sun and sand, you can unwind at ‘La Casita on L’ with a movie on the Smart TV and all the comforts of home.

-- THE PROPERTY --

GVR11275 | Smart TVs | Gas Fire Pit | Complimentary Kayaks

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

INDOOR LIVING: Electric fireplace, 2 Tempur-Pedic mattresses, dining table, ceiling fans
OUTDOOR LIVING: Fenced side yard, charcoal grill, outdoor shower, patio w/ seating, chaise loungers, dining area, sunshade, string lights, heater, cornhole, furnished balcony, beach chairs & towels, hammock
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning & heating, iron/board, clothes hangers, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Stairs required to access, quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM), 1 external security camera (facing out), strict maximum occupancy, no garage access
PARKING: Free street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

BEACH DAYS: Galveston Beach (2 miles), Porretto Beach (3 miles), Stewart Beach (3 miles), Sunny Beach (7 miles), Sea Isle Beach (18 miles), Terramar Beach (19 miles), San Luis Beach (24 miles)
FAMILY ACTIVITIES: Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (2 miles), Galveston Seawall (3 miles), Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston (4 miles), Moody Gardens (4 miles), Galveston Island Horse and Pony Rides (6 miles), Galveston Island State Park (11 miles)
MUSEUMS: Moody Mansion (2 miles), Galveston Children's Museum (2 miles), Galveston Railroad Museum (2 miles), The Bryan Museum (2 miles), 1892 Bishop’s Palace (3 miles), Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum (3 miles)
AIRPORT: William P. Hobby Airport (39 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking or vaping
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 floodlight exterior security camera above the deck facing the street and stairs. The camera is outward facing and does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video when motion is detected by the device. It will record when it first senses motion and 10 seconds after the last motion is detected
- NOTE: This property has a strict maximum occupancy of 4 guests, including children 2 years and older (4 guests total. Rates are per night, not per person)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR11275
Property # 9790186
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Galveston

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Midtown, a neighbourhood in Galveston. 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 Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens. Ready for a night out? Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center and Grand Galvez. With kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Samuel May Williams House - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Seawall Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • NOAA Fisheries Galveston Laboratory - 6 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kempner Park - 7 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bronco Burritos - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Galveston Retreat w/ Backyard & Patio! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Galveston Retreat w/ Backyard & Patio!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Galveston Retreat w/ Backyard & Patio!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Galveston Retreat w/ Backyard & Patio!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Galveston Retreat w/ Backyard & Patio! located?

Located in Midtown, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Samuel May Williams House and within 3 miles (5 km) of Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston and Galveston Island Beaches are also within 3 miles (5 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. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was awesome. The place was very cozy quiet and we had an incredible stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled you had such a cozy and incredible stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime! Thank you for choosing our home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
100% Beach vibe!Super cozy, and the host was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Galveston Retreat

It was great, nice place.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for your 5-star review! We are glad you enjoyed your stay, and We hope to host you again!"
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Destiny D.

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

Galveston stay

This house was everything in the pictures and more! We loved staying here and will be back in the near future!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 November 2024
From the owner: "Thank you for your fantastic review, Destiny! We're thrilled the house exceeded your expectations, and we can’t wait to welcome you back soon!"
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joley G.

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

Cute!

We enjoyed our stay and our babies first time at the beach! The space was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you for the lovely review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and that we could be part of your baby's first beach trip, such a special memory! We would love to host you again anytime! 🌊👶💙 Thank you for choosing our home!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

devyn

Great place

We had a great stay here! The house was very nice and had everything we needed and more. It was also a great location with easy convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2024
From the owner: "Dear Devyn, Thank you for your kind words! We were thrilled to read that you had a great stay at La Casita on L and that the house had everything you needed and more. We're glad you found the location convenient as well. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! Summer is approaching soon! Best regards."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neisha s.

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

Great stay on the island

Location was great for us to ride our bikes on the island. The outside patio area was the best we have had at any rental. 10/10 would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2024
From the owner: "Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the location and the outside patio area. It is a new patio set! It's always wonderful to know that our guests had a fantastic experience. We'd love to welcome you back anytime you're in Galveston! Thank you!"
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cool, ando so cute. They had just about everything you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2025
From the owner: "Thank you so much for your five-star review! We are glad you enjoyed the space and found it well-equipped. We hope to welcome you back anytime! Thank you for choosing our home!"
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry V.

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

Graduation trip

Our son graduated from UTMB so we needed a place to stay. Great place that is centrally located for any attraction on the island. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2024
From the owner: "Thank you for the fantastic review! We are honored you chose our home for such a special occasion, and we are glad to hear that you enjoyed the central location. Congratulations on your son’s graduation from UTMB! We would love to welcome you back anytime. Best regards."
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

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

Galveston for the wrek

Absolutely advertised! Lovely property with very tasteful, thoughtfully designed spaces.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
From the owner: "Thank you so much for the amazing review! We're thrilled the property lived up to expectations and that you enjoyed the design and thoughtful touches. We would love to welcome you back anytime! Thank you!"
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Weekend getaway

Property & management was great! Weather was rather windy & a bit chilly but overall we enjoyed our stay. Wish the weather was better that weekend so we would have enjoyed outdoor area more.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2025
From the owner: "Thank you so much for the kind review! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the property and your stay, even with the chilly, windy weather. Hopefully next time the sun will be shining so you can fully enjoy the outdoor space, we’d love to welcome you back!"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Great Getaway

This was a great stay for my daughter and I. It was a nice and relaxing getaway. The house had everything we needed and the location was convenient. The hosts were very sweet and accommodating.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed S.

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

Anniversary Weekend

We came to Galveston to celebrate our 45th anniversary. The house and location were perfect. We hope to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 October 2024
From the owner: "Thank you for choosing our home to celebrate such a special occasion! We're thrilled that the house and location were perfect for your 45th anniversary. We’d love to welcome you back for another stay in the future!"
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

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

Love, love, love!

This is our second time staying at this house and we love it. Hope we can book again for our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2024
From the owner: "Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing to stay with us again! We’re so glad you love the house, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for your next trip!"
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

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

Love la casita

We booked this home for our annual vacation and it did not disappoint. It had everything we needed and the hosts were so welcoming. We will definitely book again with them.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Cutie R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Nice, clan, cozy place had a little trash left in place, and boxes out back by trashcan just sitting on ground
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2025
From the Owner: "Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you found the place cozy and clean overall. We apologize for the oversight with the trash and have addressed it with the cleaning team to ensure a better experience next time. Thank you."
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Lovely home

We booked this home for our annual vacation and it did not disappoint. It had everything we needed and the hosts were so welcoming. We will definitely book again with them.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2023
From the owner: "Thank you for choosing our home for your annual vacation! We are happy to read that you enjoyed your stay and plan to come back! We look forward to hosting you again!"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Great getaway

Cozy place to stay at with family, quiet and peaceful we enjoyed our stay there. Pictures are just as the house is, we were very surprised and enjoyed every second of staying at that location. We will be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
From the Owner: "Dear Erika, Thank you for your kind words. We are so happy to know that you all enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you again! Thank you for closing our home!"
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois R.

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

A1 Vacation House

The house is comfortable. The yard is spacious. Good location to get to the attractions my family and I wanted to go to. We will love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha B.

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

Perfect stay!

From the temp of the house when we got there …. To the location, and everything you need to cook, hang out and relax!!! This was the perfect place for me and hunny to just relax!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
From the owner: "Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled that you all found our place perfect for relaxing. We are also happy to know that you had everything you needed during your stay. We look forward to hosting you again!"
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika G.

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

Family time

Our stay was great, we stayed for two days for memorial weekend and the pictures were exactly as the house listed was. Minutes away from beaches and memorable restaurants! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa C.

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

Galveston Getaway

The property was very clean and nicely decorated. It had all of the necessities and some bells and whistles. The backyard was great for our dogs and kids to play as well as a great night time ambiance. We enjoyed our stay and would certainly recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2023
From Guest: The property was very clean and nicely decorated. It had all of the necessities and some bells and whistles. The backyard was great for our dogs and kids to play as well as a great night time ambiance. We enjoyed our stay and would certainly recommend it to others.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael W.

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

Amazing

Our stay was amazing. Our family really enjoyed the property and our host Neil was a very nice guy. They made sure we had everything we need for cooking and plenty of games for the family to play. We will absolutely b staying again when we visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus M.

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

Summer vacation

Our first summer vacation as a family of 5 was a success. This place was a gem and exceeded my expectations. Looking forward to coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Perfect!!!

Very nice and clean. Beds were very comfortable. Just right for two couples. We really enjoyed our stay. We had one minor problem with the TV. It was resolved quickly by the owners. Very peaceful weekend.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for your kind review! We are so glad you enjoyed a peaceful weekend and found the home comfortable and clean. It was our pleasure to assist with the TV issue. We are always happy to help! We would love to host you again anytime. Thank you!"

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