[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location! Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057100/102057068/e4784cc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057100/102057068/d427f2e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057100/102057068/4ad4cbef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057100/102057068/4b1c5d2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102060000/102057100/102057068/d24a8d8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the Blue-bay Cottage, a charming coastal chic retreat with tranquil backyard and fire pit. Located in a peaceful neighborhood with bay view, it's perfect for fishing and kayaking or evening walks. The interior features vintage decor mixed with modern touches. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41050 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Air conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location! Whether you’re looking for a family getaway, girl's trip or a romantic weekend. This charming coastal chic cottage with a tranquil backyard including a fire pit, has what you’re looking for. Located in a peaceful neighborhood with bay view and access to fishing and kayaking. Centrally located to the beach, Strand area, Moody Garden and Pleasure Pier. THE SPACE: Welcome to the Blue-bay Cottage! As the name tells we are close to the Bay. Ideal for fishing and kayaking and evening walks. The house was built in 2012 with 2 bedrooms both with queen size beds. 1 full size bathroom. Full size and equipped kitchen with breakfast area and bar chairs. The house interior is a mix of vintage and modern decor and wall paintings. Tropical front and tranquil back yard. The Space \- Firepit with plenty of seating. \- Outdoor dinner table perfect for morning coffee and evening dinner. \- Private driveway with parking space for two cars. \- WiFi, 2 Smart TV's PLEASE NOTE - I AM A SUPERHOST/ GUEST FAVORITE ON AIRBNB, but new VRBO. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - 15 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,050 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115460000/115455600/115455533/7801bb95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sugar Shack Bungalow | In-Town, Cozy Retreat Midtown - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=115455533&PinnedHotelID=115455533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79810000/79802900/79802894/977f3b57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Victorian Near West End - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 7.2 Good 151 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=79802894&PinnedHotelID=79802894&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32625800/32625775/65f6cabc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront condo near Top Places! 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Free Beach Pass/Umbrela/Chairs San Jacinto - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 140 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=34417391&PinnedHotelID=34417391&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 ### Rules No Parties No smoking inside the house, but outside is acceptable. ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated 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 GVR11287 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.28544%2C-94.83073&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1WtU41--6D_ROLNTExZQx4A_2Jo=) Galveston, TX #### What's nearby - Moody Gardens - 3 min drive - 2.6 km - Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Port of Galveston - 5 min drive - 5.2 km - Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 6 min drive - 5.2 km - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 6 min drive - 5.6 km #### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk - ‪Circle K - ‬17 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location! located? > This family-friendly Galveston vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Seawall Beach, NOAA Fisheries Galveston Laboratory, and Samuel May Williams House. Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bay View, Fishing, Watersports, Tropical Yard, Central Location! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valentin S. Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Over all great place to stay with a small family everything clean inside great communication with owner ##### Valentin S. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renate K. Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great days in Galveston Hi Regine,We thank you for your hospitality. We had a wonderful stay in your loving furnished and well equipped Blue Bay Cottage. We would love to come back on our next stay in the area. ##### Renate K. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna P. Jun 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay The host was really easy to communicate with and very hospitable. Backyard was gorgeous so full of life. Interior was very welcoming as well. Check in was a breeze and even had some waters in the refrigerator for us! Thank you for such a welcoming home away from home. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/65f19c4d-e336-40fe-a96c-093126b6af5d-1750349550279.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Anna P. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsey H. Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacay beach house! We had a great stay at this beach house for our beach vacation for spring break! Quiet neighborhood, great location, loved the house and decor! Love the layout as well. Regine is a fantastic host! We actually ended up staying longer than we planned because our kids were having just so much fun! Definitely recommend. ##### Lindsey H. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caitlyn F. Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute and Comfortable We enjoyed our stay at this cute cottage! It is affordable, comfortable, and very clean! The host has the cutest decor throughout the home, and was very easy to communicate with. Check in and check out was an easy process. We would stay here again! ##### Caitlyn F. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua W. Nov 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lone star rally Great location for anywhere you want to go in Galveston. Boulevard, the strand, the sea wall, 61st street it’s all within reason! The beds were comfortable, backyard was a cute retreat, has all amenities, handicap friendly if needed, one car driveway but parking on the street is accessible. Quiet neighborhood and we have no complaints! Will stay here again! ##### Joshua W. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kaitlynn S. Mar 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute beach house The house was perfect for my husband’s 30th birthday that we celebrated with my sister and brother in law! We had a wonderful and comfortable stay for the weekend while we got to explore Galveston. Would definitely come back!! ##### Kaitlynn S. 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