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Coastal Galveston Cottage - 5 Blocks to Beach!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6133 sq m

Popular amenities

10 out of 10
Guests loved the amenities.
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Coastal Galveston Cottage - 5 Blocks to Beach!

Fall in love with this darling 2-bed, 2-bath vacation rental cottage built in 1901! Your favorite beach activities are just a quick walk away, while popular attractions like Moody Gardens and the Historic Pleasure Pier are just a short drive up the island - letting you make the most of your time off! At day's end, peruse the shops in historic downtown Galveston and dine at waterfront eateries, followed by s'mores around the fire pit in this cottage's private tropical backyard oasis.

-- THE PROPERTY --

GVR14471 | Tropical Outdoor Paradise | Fire Pit | Walk to Beach

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

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered front porch, back porch w/ outdoor furniture, bar w/ seating, ceiling fans, patio w/ fire pit, private yard, tropical landscaping
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs w/ cable, dining table, hardwood floors, natural light
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, farmhouse sink, dishwasher, microwave, Keurig, drip coffee maker, Crockpot, toaster, blender, dishware/flatware, breakfast bar w/ seating for 2
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, linens/towels, central A/C & heating, ceiling fans, board games
FAQ: Not childproofed
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story cottage, 4 steps to enter, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor, interior stairs required to access bedroom & bathroom on 2nd floor
PARKING: Parking pad (1 vehicle), free street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

BEACHES: Porretto Beach (0.3 miles), Stewart Beach (0.6 miles), East Beach (3.2 miles), Galveston Beach (4.2 miles), Babes Beach (4.9 miles), Sunny Beach (8.4 miles), San Luis Beach (25.9 miles)
GALVESTON ATTRACTIONS: Galveston Seawall (0.4 miles), 1892 Bishop's Palace (0.4 miles), Moody Mansion (1.3 miles), Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (1.4 miles), Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum (1.5 miles), Galveston Railroad Museum (1.8 miles), Historic Downtown Strand Seaport (1.8 miles), Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston (5.7 miles), Moody Gardens (5.9 miles), Rainforest Pyramid (5.9 miles)
OUTDOORS: East End Lagoon Nature Preserve (2.7 miles), Galveston Island Horse and Pony Rides (3.9 miles), Seawolf Park (7.8 miles), Moody Gardens Golf Course (7.9 miles), Laffite's Cove Nature Society (12.1 miles), Galveston Island State Park (14.4 miles)
AIRPORTS: William P. Hobby Airport (42.6 miles), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (71.2 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Please report any damages that occur to both the Guest Contact and Evolve
- NOTE: This 2-story cottage requires 4 steps to enter. While it features a bedroom and bathroom on the 1st floor, interior stairs are required to access the bedroom and bathroom located on the 2nd floor
- NOTE: This property is not childproofed and may not be suitable for young children

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Furnished lanai
  • Gas grill
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,431 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 GVR06513

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
New! Charming Coastal Cottage 5 Blocks to Beach!
New! Charming Coastal Cottage, 5 Blocks to Beach! Cottage
New! Charming Coastal Cottage, 5 Blocks to Beach! Galveston
445945

About the area

Map
Galveston, Texas

What's nearby

  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 9 min walk
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive
  • Galveston Seawall - 2 min drive
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive
  • Port of Galveston - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Seawall Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mario's Seawall Italian and Pizzeria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Galveston Cottage - 5 Blocks to Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Coastal Galveston Cottage - 5 Blocks to Beach!?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Coastal Galveston Cottage - 5 Blocks to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Galveston Cottage - 5 Blocks to Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Galveston Cottage - 5 Blocks to Beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this San Jacinto cottage is within a 10-minute walk of East End Historic District and University of Texas Medical Branch. Galveston Seawall and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Coastal Galveston Cottage - 5 Blocks to Beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place
It’s a nice house with a convenient location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place to stay
We had a wonderful time and the house was amazing! The decor was so beautiful and we wished that we could have stayed longer! I wish you could come decorate my house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Galveston Vacay
We had a fabulous time! The cottage was just perfect!!! Will definitely recommend and stay again!!! Excellent location also!!! Very comfortable and we loved the porches!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and cozy
Enjoyed our stay. The property was clean and comfortable for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JUDY V., New Iberia, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Oasis
This beautiful home felt like our private little get away. It had everything we needed and things we didn't even know we wanted. Comfortable beds and furniture. All kitchen supplies you could imagine including dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, coffee pot and Keurig. Park-like feel to the front and back yard with all the trees and greenery. We spent hours on the front and back porches, visiting and watching the birds and squirrels. The seawall was very near (1 1/2 blocks), making walks to the beach an ease. And Murdock's was visible/walkable. There were 2 weather events while we were in Galveston, but we barely heard them from inside the quiet safety of the home. Lovely remodeled older home with all the modern conveniences, would highly recommend a stay here. We are older, retired and the door lock/app was not an issue, don't let other comments intimidate you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick easy and comfy
Quick getaway, easy access/communication with host and comfy/peaceful area and home. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lori K. B.

Cute. Great location
Such a cute house! We were very comfortable. The location was walking distance to the beach and that was why we visited! The front porch was our favorite hangout! They should take the fire pit out of description or get a new one. It was buried in the weeds, broken apart and unusable. The barbecue had not been cleaned ever and it too was unusable and there was no gas in the tank. The back porch would have been wonderful to hangout on, but the cushions were dirty and soaked from the sprinkler. All in all, we made it work.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
It was the perfect place to stay! Close to the Beach! We walked to the Beach a few days and enjoyed a 10K starting from your beautiful house! Will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip!
The house was great! We loved the easy walk to the beach and the neighborhood was nice and quiet. Really convenient walk tot the start of our half marathon. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mylinda M., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Lovely cottage that is close to the beach. The neighborhood is quiet. The cottage has a nice back porch. The owners put it a lot of work on the house and I'm glad they included historical information on the property. It was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Laurie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls' Weekend
The charm of this cottage gave a historical feel of Galveston with a modern day touch. It was beautifully decorated and in a great location for shopping, restaurants, and beach attractions. Guests are required to download an app to lock/unlock the door through their personal mobile phone. There were also some special directions to follow along with using the app which we found challenging. This could be extremely difficult for non-technical or senior-aged renters.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Locatoin
The location of this house is excellent. It is far enough from the tourist centers to remain quiet while remaining accessible to all the amenities. There is a large grocery store within a 3-minute drive, plenty of restaurants around, and the beach is a 5-8 minute walk. This is a perfect size house for four adults who want to hang out together.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilario R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
The decorations were lovey the house was very clean and we had a great time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Our stay was mostly great. It is a cute little house that is located close to most of the touristy places. The neighborhood is nice and quiet. We decided we wanted not such busy beaches but that was just a ferry ride away, and you could park right on the beach. Overall, it was a mostly relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, clean, great locstion
Very cute and comfortable. Convenient location. Would love a return trip!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday trip
Charmingly appointed,cozy, comfy. Great location for the Strand and sight seeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Space to relax with friends
We enjoyed both the front and back porches as we visited while enjoying the fresh air. The kitchen was adequately stocked and the accommodations were very nice. Since we flew, we didn't bring as many things with us as if we had driven. Consequently, we needed to buy some supplies as listed in the welcome book, such as paper towels, toilet paper, shampoo, dishwasher detergent. It was easy enough to purchase them ... but supplying our own is different than other VRBO experiences we have had. It was a lovely home and we would recommend it to others!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mardi Gras
Very cute. The locks gave us trouble. We couldn’t get the back door unlocked
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Correnne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachy vibes - gem of a house
Love the total renovation of this property. Easy access to the beach, the Strand, and Bishops Palace is right around the corner. Great house!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This home is amazing and so close to the beach and fun places
Every inch of this home is so charming Perfect place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

sharon C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
ABSOULTY CHARMING!! l lIKE BEING IN YOUR OWN HOME.
It had a Christmas tree to greet us. What a pleasant surprise.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
LOVE!!!!
Everything was great, especially the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Ardilio B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home with many issues
This is a lovely and well decorated home. It was clean and well furnished with a great kitchen and an attractive and functional front and back porch. We did enjoy our stay, but there were several problems which are listed below. The problem we found most troubling was the front door lock. Entrance, exit and locking required the use of my phone with an app. Setting up the app to work with the locks was difficult and required phone assistance from the owner. Still the front door was troubling even after the app was set up. A thick weatherstrip required pulling on the doorknob with one hand while operating the app with the other hand. Even from the inside I had to push the door and then set the lock. A couple of times upon returning to the house the app failed to work which required restarting it, never certain we would be able to enter. Totally unacceptable! Plus there were no closets in bedrooms. The first floor bedroom had nothing for hanging clothes and the upstairs bedroom had two metal rods sticking out from a locked closet. Third, there were numerous locked cabinet doors and drawers throughout the house. The second floor bedroom had a desk with all drawers locked. Lastly, there was no soap or toilet paper in bathrooms and one roll of paper towels in the kitchen. It seems we were expected to bring out own. A first for us. There were ten pages of house rules emailed detailing some of these issues but I never received them, even in my spam folder. I realize that regulations are necessary but this was over the top. We would never consider staying there again on our trips to Galveston.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

shana w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Getaway
Had a great time with my mom and sister for a quick getaway. Your house is in such a great location! Thanks for help with the door.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jana R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little house
Was exactly was we needed for a perfect girls trip. Great location, everything you need, and super cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022