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Located on the Gulf Coast, Driftwood Dreams I in the Dawn Condominium Complex offers a beautifully furnished 1 bedroom condo with great views of the Gulf from its second floor balcony. Enjoy year-round pools, a hot tub, and community center nearby. The condo features a fully stocked kitchen and an exterior deck with unobstructed Gulf views perfect for watching sunsets.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 577 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

DDI: Heated pool, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access

HEATED pool!

Beautiful Gulf view condos – Great location, year-round pools, great amenities for the entire family!

In the Dawn condominiums voted best condominium rental complex in Galveston 2023 & 2024 in the Galveston Best of the Island awards. The Houston Chronicle calls the Best of the Island Awards the "Oscars of the Gulf Coast". Come stay at the best!

Driftwood Dreams I, in the Dawn Condominium Complex, is a beautifully furnished 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo with great views of the Gulf from its second floor balcony. The master suite features a king size bed with luxury linens, soft comfortable pillows. The bath is all ceramic with walk in shower and custom glass door. Large soft towels are provided for your comfort. 40" HD TV in the Master Bedroom.

Room configurations
• 1st Bedroom: King bed with en suite shower, toilet, sink
• Living room: Queen sofa sleeper, twin roll away,

The sunny living room features queen sleeper sofa, comfortable arm chairs and is well appointed to give you that "beach" charm. A 48" TV, basic cable and Blu-ray DVD player are available for your use. Adjacent to the living room is an exterior deck with unobstructed Gulf views and outdoor seating for 6. Benches convert to a picnic table. A great place for watching the waves roll in or a beautiful sunset.

The dining room has large table with available seating for 4, with additional 2 chairs stored in laundry area. The kitchen is fully stocked; smooth top electric stove, oven, microwave, coffee maker, garbage disposal, dishwasher, refrigerator with large freezer and pots and pans, silverware, glassware and dish place-settings. Tupperware, bowls, measuring cups, strainers and other cooking utensils provided.

DON'T BE FOOLED! Other condos on the Seawall only offer a fridge and a microwave, maybe a hot plate. This unit has a FULL kitchen. Oven, Stove and ALL the cookware to cook your own meals.

The condo is best suited for 2 people (in the master bedroom). However, when using the living room queen size sleeper sofa, it comfortably sleeps 4. There is also a twin rollaway to sleep up to 5 people.

Full sized washing machine and dryer are located inside the unit.

Our beach hall closet includes various beach accessories and sand toys to make your short trip the beach effortless. We've included a cooler, and beach towels for your convenience as well.

The Dawn is secure facility with all doors and gates opened with codes. A wrought iron fence surrounds the property to ensure your privacy and security. Ample (fee-based) parking is available on the property as first come first serve. TRAILERS are NOT ALLOWED under any circumstances. Beautifully landscaped grounds with 2 available pools year-round (1 is heated), a hot tub, community center, charcoal grills and exercise lounge. And to top it all off, Babe's Beach is right across the street, with access from the stop light at the corner of the property.

This condo is on the second floor. Guests must be able to navigate one flight of stairs.

All guests must check in with the Condo HOA upon arrival and purchase a mandatory vehicle/amenity pass at $40-$50 per vehicle per stay (depending on length of stay) and include pool wrist bands for up to 5 guests.

We also have Driftwood Dreams II, a 2 bedroom 2 bath condo immediately next door through a connecting door and you can rent both condos together as Driftwood Dreams III.

NOTE: Upon booking this property, you will be required to sign a House Agreement, provide a copy of your driver license, provide a guest list of everyone's names and ages within 24 hours of booking. You will also be required to place a damage and cleaning deposit hold three days prior to arrival.

ANIMALS ARE NOT ALLOWED per the HOA rules.

Check in any time after 4PM, check out no later than 11AM.

POLICIES
• Must be at least 25 years old to book and be staying at the property (no booking for others)
• No events, parties or large gatherings including prom, bachelor/bachelorette, graduation and TEEN groups – if this is your intent, please look elsewhere
• No smoking inside or on decks/balconies. Please dispose of cigarette butts appropriately.
• No pets allows per HOA rules (30+ day stays are exempt)
• Requires one flight of stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
• Fee-based parking pass required for all vehicles in complex.
• Additional fees and taxes may apply
• Photo ID may be required upon check-in

Violation of any rules (above) or stated in our House Agreement may constitute loss of security hold.

Cancellation policy: Guest receives 100.00% of rent if cancellation occurs at least 14 days before arrival. No refunds within 14 days of arrival.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking not allowed in unit, on balcony or stairwe

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 825 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

A security deposit is required prior to arrival & is automatically released 3 days after check out unless there are damages
Required to sign a House Agreement and provide ages of ALL guests, including yourself within 48 hours of booking.
If you book a stay that violates a House Rule and you refuse to cancel, Owners may cancel and you are subject to cancellation policy rules.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed in unit, on balcony or stairwe

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
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 deadlock
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
Property Registration Number GVR04948

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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About the area

Located in Near West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. 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 Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center for a night out or Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier if you're travelling with kids. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Galveston travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Sunrise at the historic pleasure pier in Galveston, TX. I visited Galveston for a brief business trip and had the opportunity to take a couple of photos on two mornings. This morning was very windy but despite the forecast the sun revealed itself as planned behind the ferris wheel
    Seawall Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas
    Moody Gardens
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • 61st Street Fishing Pier
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galveston Island Convention Center
    4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Whataburger
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    15 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive
  • Circle K
    3 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does DDI: Heated pool, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is DDI: Heated pool, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at DDI: Heated pool, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at DDI: Heated pool, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DDI: Heated pool, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is DDI: Heated pool, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Near West End condo building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Seawall Beach, Galveston Seawall and Moody Gardens. Galveston Island Beaches is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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DDI: Heated pool, Hot Tub, Easy Beach Access Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is worth it! The staff and landowners were polite helped my stay comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor A.

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

Great place

Good place to stay me and my family will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk E.

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

Fun in the Sun

We loved the proximity to the beach and the pools, easy to navigate after flying in from Minnesota. Galveston is a very interesting and beautiful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina G.

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

Fabulous Retreat

Perfect location! After enjoying a day on the beach or on the Strand it was great to relax on the balcony and hear the waves crashing on the Gulf. Great amenities and very clean, would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Galveston Newbie

Was everything we expected. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, beach. Would recommend to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie E.

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

Great location and nice little view too!

Nice clean apartment home with all the amenities we needed for a couple of days at the beach. Perfect! Good communication with managers/owners too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

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

Great Time

Property was right across the beach! So absolutely great location! The property was extremely clean! We enjoyed our time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

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

Comfy cozy stay!

We went for our first Dickens on the Strand and we were so excited. The condo was so comfy and cozy and very clean. Such a cute place and in a clean complex. Would rent it again!!!!! Paula
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

1st visit to Galveston

Great unit for the two of us. Very clean and well equipped to meet our needs. It was fun to be close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany R.

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

Great Stay!

The condo had everything we could have possibly needed. It was nice to have a cooler and chairs for the beach. The balcony has a good view and we were just steps from the beach. The location is centralized so we were a short walk or quick drive from everything we needed. We only used one of the pools, but it was perfect for the kiddos with the shallow parts and plenty big for everyone there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy G.

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

Great location/ secure and comfortable stay

The location near the seawall was great. The property is very well maintained and the staff in the office very helpful. The condo was exactly what was needed and very clean. Nice little balcony to view the gulf. Gated facilities and parking that is secure. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone interested in visiting Galveston. If we return we will definitely stay here. Thanks to all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S., Oklahoma City, OK USA

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

Perfect Getaway Condo!

Driftwood Dreams was the perfect condo for my husband and me. The complex is very nice & maintained well, & right across from the beach. The actual condo was super nice and very clean w/all the amenities one would need. They even supplied beach towel, chairs & toys for use. Super easy access w/clear instructions & the hosts had excellent communication. Will definitely stay here again, or at any of their other rentals! Definitely 5 stars plus!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beach was directly across the street… use crosswalk! Far enough from pier to be quiet at night. Close enough to everything to get there quick and have fun. Watch the sunset from the balcony. Not a fan of the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey D.

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

Driftwood Dreams 1

It was so easy to book; pictures and details online matches the condo perfectly. We received all the information we needed, which made the check in and check out so easy and also easy to get into condo. Owners checked in with us after checking in to check on everything for us! Very good location; view was great! So many extras were provided in the condo! Good value!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Volker H.

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

6 Great das at Galveston Island

We had a very nice stay in Galveston. Our apartment was superb. Check-in was perfectly prepared. We received our access codes in advance, well-described and on time. The apartment matched exactly the pictures and description. We had fresh towels, the beds were made, and the apartment was very clean. Dish soap and dishwasher tabs were provided. We enjoyed the pools and the gym. The location of the apartment is right by the beach and invites for spontaneous walks. We were highly satisfied, and all in all, the apartment is worth a 5-star rating.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Driftwood

We were upgraded to a 2BR when th air conditioner failed in the first unit (prior to our arrival). Property owners provided good communications, with plenty of detail. We needed to get a parking pass from Dawn Condominiums management office. We were lucky enough to catch the office person on their way out. No complaints or complications. We ate takeout free Mel's Blue Plate dinner (it's counter in the gas station a couple blocks away. Highly recommend going there for shrimp and onion rings.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything from the booking to check in was smooth.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

lita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute & clean condo with beach view!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise V.

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

Perfect accommodations

Everything was perfect.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic A.

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

Great stay

My wife and I had a great stay at the property. It is well run and well looked after. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E., Dallas

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

Getaway

Perfect for our little couple getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi s.

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

Great location

We loved the condo. Very clean and exceeded all our expectations!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janna M.

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

The best!

We absolutely loved this property. You won't go wrong if you stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Beach Weekend

Great location! On the Seawall close to restaurants and activities. We loved Magic Carpet Putt Putt! The complex pool is nice with hot tub and beach shower. Great for a family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023