Sprawling island retreat with pool & tennis access - covered patio & grill | House in Galveston

10.0 (8 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Galveston House | Sprawling island retreat with pool & tennis access - covered patio & grill

2 Bedroom House in Galveston

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The Texas sun shines effortlessly on this multi-story Galveston home! As part of the Sea Isle community, enjoy indulging in a variety of shared amenities such as; an outdoor pool, children's pool, and year-round tennis courts. Less than 13 miles away from your stay, explore Jamaica Beach City Park, Kelly Hamby Nature Trail Park, and Galveston Island State Park.
Inside your home away from home, beach chic meets modern comfort. The sunlit living room comes adorned with ample seating, a large TV, and effortless deck access. When mealtime rolls around, head for the bright full kitchen equipped with a cheerful, turquoise backsplash, updated appliances, and a breakfast bar.
The charming bedrooms are places of pure peace with their inviting color palettes, carefully curated furnishings, and cool temperatures - thanks to the home's central air-conditioning.
Downstairs, the family room provides a great additional spot for the kids to tune into their weekend morning cartoons. The separate laundry room is another perk to the home's interior, ensuring chore time is the least of your concerns.
Outside, gather on the covered patio and fire up the gas grill to host a sweet summer barbecue. Your island dreams await, book now!
Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
Streaming services available with guests’ own account(s).
The outdoor pools are unheated and open from Memorial Day to Labor Day (closed on Mondays), with no lifeguards on duty. Access to these amenities requires an added on-site fee of $100/week for up to eight people (rates are subject to change).
The upstairs and downstairs are not accessible via internal stairs. You must use the outside stairs to access the upstairs and downstairs living areas.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 6 vehicles.
Security camera details:
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Sprawling island retreat with pool & tennis access - covered patio & grill is located in Galveston. Sprawling island retreat with pool & tennis access - covered patio & grill provides accommodation, featuring Parking, Security/Safety, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Parking, Security/Safety, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Sprawling island retreat with pool & tennis access - covered patio & grill has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Galveston has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Galveston, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Activities
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Water park
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • TV
General
  • French
  • Italian
  • English
  • Spanish
  • German
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near outlet shopping
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Internet access
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
Spa
  • Shared/communal pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number gvr12830 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

License number: GVR12830

Reviews

Jerry G.
Aug 3, 2025 04:01:33 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Comfortable and close to beach
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