Bring the whole family to enjoy a relaxing seaside retreat at this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental in Galveston, TX! This home is the perfect base for exploring the sights and sounds at Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier or lounging in the sun along the Gulf of Mexico coastline. After an adventure-filled afternoon, unwind on the spacious deck with the coastal breeze on your skin before heading inside to feed your crew in the fully equipped kitchen.
-- THE PROPERTY --
License No. GVR12986 | WFH Friendly | Pets Welcome w/ Fee | 1 Mi to Beach
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: 2 Twin Foldaway Beds
FUN IN THE SUN: Fort Crockett Park (1 mile), 61st Street Fishing Pier (2 miles), Galveston Beach (2 miles), Galveston Island State Park (11 miles) AREA ATTRACTIONS: Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (2 miles), Rainforest Pyramid (3 miles), Galveston Railroad Museum, (3 miles), Strand Historic District (3 miles), Space Center Houston (30 miles), Downtown Houston (49 miles) FAMILY DESTINATIONS: Galveston Children's Museum (2 miles), Moody Gardens (3 miles), Schlitterbahn Waterpark (3 miles) AIRPORT: William P. Hobby Airport (40 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max) - 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 4 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is a doorbell device facing the front outdoor entry, camera 2 is on the front porch facing the pathway, camera 3 is on the side of the house facing the driveway, and camera 4 is on the back of the house facing the backyard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras are not active when guests are in residence - NOTE: This property sleeps 4 guests in 2 beds, with room for 6 total by using the foldaway beds
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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 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 Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston 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. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Railroad Museum are also worth visiting.
Galveston Island Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
61st Street Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 2 min drive
Jack in the Box - 19 min walk
Bronco Burritos - 17 min walk
Shrimp N Stuff - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Near Beach! Galveston Family Gem w/ Playground pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Near Beach! Galveston Family Gem w/ Playground?
As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Near Beach! Galveston Family Gem w/ Playground on 2 August 2026 start from NZ$183, 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.
How much is parking at Near Beach! Galveston Family Gem w/ Playground?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Near Beach! Galveston Family Gem w/ Playground?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Near Beach! Galveston Family Gem w/ Playground?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Near Beach! Galveston Family Gem w/ Playground located?
Located in Midtown, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of NOAA Fisheries Galveston Laboratory and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston 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.
Very pet friendly, though we decided not to bring our pup. Only complaint is that road work had closed one end of our street and workers parked behind our vehicle every morning. But not vrbo's fault.
Mynista c.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2026
Thank you so much for your visit and your review. I’m very sorry about the construction at the time of your visit and appreciate your understanding. Hope you come back again!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ty B.
7 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Galveston retreat
Cute bungalow that was a great retreat away from the city. Furnishings are nice and we enjoyed the stay with our two dogs.
Ty B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 December 2024
From the owner: "I am glad you were able to enjoy your stay! Thank you for the 5 stars!"
House was clean and Erika was very responsive to any questions we had. Loved the location, ample parking, and the backyard was great for pets and fully fenced in. We will definitely stay here on future trips to Galveston!
Katie G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2025
From the Owner: "I wanted to say thank you, and that I am glad they enjoyed it, and welcome them back."
Although, we couldnt use the backyard playground as we had hoped due to large non stop barking dogs next door ( my toddler was scared) Place is cute and in great location. Neighborhiod is calm and inviting.
My parents, wife and son had a great stay here for Labor Day weekend. It was as advertised and in a great location.
They had two rollaway beds and we used one for my son, he slept really well.
Just a note for future travelers, there was only one extra blanket but not many linens to make up a bed let alone two. So bring that if you plan to use them. My parents came a day later so we had them bring them for us which saved us having to find them. Other than that the stay was perfect!
I'd definitely recommend to anyone planning to come to Galveston.
kelly s.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carmen
10 December 2024
Wonderful
It was great! Good location, beautiful home, loved the swingset for my daughter, and the house was so well stocked. We were able to make several meals in the home and all slept like babies.The only two complaints we had were the dog hair that seemed to cover all of the soft surfaces/ blankets, and not being able to control the thermostat. It seemed to be on a set schedule that we couldn't turn off (and set to 74 at night). So when we needed to use the heater, it would jump up to 74 without us evening knowing it.Other than that it was great.
Carmen
Response from VrboOwner on 20 December 2024
Hi Carmen, thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the location, the swing set, and how well-stocked the home was. It’s great to know you were able to relax and sleep so comfortably during your stay.
- We apologize for the pet hair you encountered. We’re actively considering changes to our pet policy to ensure future guests have an even better experience.
- We’ll also investigate the thermostat issue to ensure guests can easily control the temperature moving forward.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we hope to host you again for another great stay!