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Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach

Cottage with kitchen, near Port of Galveston

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Smart TV
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Makin’ Waved, a peaceful cottage with coastal decor, offers a stylish experience on Galveston Island. Enjoy the brightly lit patio and relax in this ground-level home with full laundry services. Take advantage of keyless entry for safety and start your day with hot coffee or cold water plus ingredients to make waffles or hot oatmeal.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$427
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach

Welcome to Sherbet Lane. Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located cottage, .5 miles from the beach. Makin’ Waved is a peaceful space accented with coastal decor. We offer complimentary cold water, hot coffee plus a light breakfast which includes ingredients to make waffles or hot oatmeal.

Our keyless entry and brightly lit patio provides safety when coming in after dark. Full laundry services inside every cottage. Our entire home is your home, even it’s for only a few days! We want you to relax and enjoy your stay on Galveston Island. This cottage is in the ground level. There is a unit upstairs that hosts other guests. Guests have access to the entire bottom level of this home.
Guests have access to the entire backyard!

Bikers can lock their bikes behind our fence for safety. You can see the cruise ships arriving from our front porch! Very easy access for cruisers.
License number
GVR-08607

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 GVR08607

About the area

Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Strand Theatre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Port of Galveston - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Henry's Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sugar & Rye - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Leo's Cajun Corner - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Vida Agave - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Red Light Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach?

As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach on 13 Nov 2025 start from NZ$426.68, 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.

What time is check-in at Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach located?

Located in Old Central, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kempner Park, Port of Galveston and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Galveston Seawall and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandon T.

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

Great Stay

Close to the beach, clean, updated, overall perfect for a beach weekend or vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rena D.

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

Galveston vrbo

Nice and clean little cottage. Will stay there again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lillie R.

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

Happy Cruiser

Not far from Carnival Port. If another cruse departs out of Galveston We would love to stay at that same property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Cutest little spot!

A little gem in Galveston. Super cute and clean! Friendly service and comfy beds! Loved staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie L.

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

Review

Very comfy & cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Great place!

Loved that it was accurate to post. Little hiccup getting into property but fixed immediately. Great communication with host. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Lime sherbert!

Cute place, clean and comforable!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Vacation Kick Off!!

We absolutely loved the cottage!! They had everything you would need and it was all easy to find. Loved having a washer/dryer after a couple days at the beach! Also, the decor was tasteful & beautiful! 😍 our teen & my husband all loved our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was very very cute. Within walking distance to Carnival cruise port & within walking distance to downtown. However the cottage was so very cold, with our party having to layer when going to bed. It would be great in the summer & fall but I would not recommend it for a winter rental! We did use the heater supplied, & that did help but we ended up wrapping ourselves in blankets and watching a full season of Brookline 99 on Netflix to keep warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The place was very clean. We enjoyed our stay with Orlando and Kelly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super lovely place, well appointed, every detail covered, close to everything!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cassandra M.

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

Stayed for new student conference A&M

Property was close in proximity to the cruise ports, A&M, The Strand and and good food. Cute place. Close attention to detail and lovely beds. Cutely decorated. Water and pizza (for purchse) was lovely after a long, stressful day. The beds were very comfortable, the AC units kept all of the spaces very cool. The neighborhood was fairly quiet except the last night we stayed. There was a brawl outside the door on the street complete with probably 20 people, cars sideways in the street, lots of yelling and pushing. It was a little scary having traveled alone with my son.Host was very responsive and helful with any issues I had. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Cute

Very cute place... Just big enough for my lil family... The atmosphere of the whole complex is just relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owners were very quick to respond.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josie C.

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

Perfect Spot to stay in Galveston

Very clean, have everything you need when you are away from home. I was impress with the level of comfort and attention to detail. This was the second time I stayed at this home. The host are great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Marie F.

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

Always great experience

Great place to stay. Always a great experience and great owners
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis G.

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

We had a great stay

It was all great for my 31st birthday. We will book again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is adorable. The host has not forgotten ANY detail. Prob the most well-thought amenities I’ve ever experienced, from the Bathroom, to the rooms, to the kitchen, and consumables!! Parking was right in front of the home, it was very clean, and host was extremely responsive. Excellent property!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN M.

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

Perfect house for a weekend away

Everything about the house was spectacular! Very clean, updated furnishings, cute decor. We had zero issues with the house.Close to just about everything. A quick jaunt to the beach or down to the Strand. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a sweet little cottage, a perfect spot for us to gather before the cruise. Owners were very accommodating and the cottage is decorated so nice. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This cottage is perfect! It is nicely decorated and comfortable. Parking right outside is great, if I were in a hotel, I'd have to leave my room, walk through the lobby and then to my car which depending on hotel occupancy, could be quite the walk. Thanks for a memorable experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy J.

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

New Years

The actual location is close to everything.Was a pretty quiet area (except new year with firdirecracker)neighborhood ??, beautifully decorated. Everything you need. decorateandeverything you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Danielle J.

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

Cute

The place is small but cute. I gave it 3 stars because i felt like the ac unit didnt cool properly. I slept right next to it and still was sweating in my sleep. And there was only one tv in the house. With 4 adults, that just dont work out. Not enough living room s
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Very nice

Very comfortable and clean. Very relaxing. Everything was close by. Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

No peace

Nice older house in rundown neighborhood. Extremely loud concert music down the street played for many hours, lots of loud racing cars coming and going, no peace . We were forced to leave had to leave early.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024