Title: Comfortable Beachfront Home w/ Gulf Views - Steps from Sand & Surf - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Comfortable Beachfront Home w/ Gulf Views - Steps from Sand & Surf Beachfront vacation home in Galveston with kitchen ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93080000/93071300/93071246/5c58e68f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93080000/93071300/93071246/24b5db78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93080000/93071300/93071246/e581ae6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93080000/93071300/93071246/2e8de00f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93080000/93071300/93071246/27506de7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to Waterfront Cottage, a classic Galveston beach house where you can unwind with Gulf views and easy beach access. This island home offers a bright & airy interior, an open floor plan perfect for spending quality time with loved ones, and 3 bedrooms that sleep up to 7 guests. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7920 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Comfortable Beachfront Home w/ Gulf Views - Steps from Sand & Surf Dreaming of a cozy getaway? This beachfront vacation home is ready to welcome you! Waterfront Cottage is a classic Galveston beach house with easy beach access, a covered deck, comfy furnishings, and plenty of space for 7 guests in need of some sand & surf. Don’t let the weathered driftwood exterior fool you – this island home is fully updated inside with everything you need for a relaxing beach vacation. As soon as you step inside, you’ll be greeted with a bright & airy interior, full of Gulf views through the French doors and abundant windows. The open floor plan is perfect for spending quality time with loved ones and creating unforgettable memories. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to whip up delicious family meals during your stay, including pots, pans, glassware, dishes, serving utensils, and small appliances. The nearby dining table seats six comfortably and 2 more guests can pull up at the counter. Down the hall you’ll find 3 bedrooms, all well-appointed for a restful night’s sleep. The primary suite boasts a queen bed and en suite half bath. A second queen bedroom and bunk room that sleeps up to 3 are just down the hall, near the full bath with walk-in shower. Relaxed, refreshed and ready for some adventure? From your doorstep, you are just steps away from the Gulf, where you can swim, sunbathe, or go for a stroll along 32 miles of Galveston beach. Or, make the short drive into town and explore The Strand Historic District, tour one of the island’s many unique museums, or taste your way across the wide variety of delicious local restaurants. No matter how you vacation – Waterfront Cottage is the perfect home-away-from-home! BED SIZES: 2 Queens, Twin Bunk + Twin Trundle GROUND LEVEL Parking for 4 cars; No Garage Access; Finished Patio; Charcoal BBQ Grill; Picnic Table; Outdoor Shower MAIN LEVEL Living Room - TV/DVD/wall of windows/Gulf view; Kitchen – breakfast bar seating for 2/abundant counter and storage space; Dining area - 1 table seating 6/Gulf view; 3 Bedrooms: Primary Suite (Queen) - en suite half bathroom; 1 bedroom (Queen) – Gulf view; 1 bedroom (1 Twin Bunk + Trundle) – Gulf view; 1 full bath with walk-in shower; washer/dryer; covered deck ADDITIONAL FEATURES 1 Level of Deck (covered); Central A/C & Heat; Ceiling Fans Throughout PARKING Parking is available for up to 4 vehicles in the private driveway of this home. Per HOA rules, street parking is not allowed. LINENS & STARTER SUPPLIES KIT We want to help get your trip off to an easy start, so you’ll find a set of starter supplies at your home when you arrive: a roll of toilet paper for each bathroom, dishwashing soap, and shampoo, conditioner, lotion and hand soap for the bathrooms. For longer vacations, please plan to bring your favorite brands with you. Sheets & bath towels are included with every reservation. Housekeeping places freshly laundered linens in the home before every arrival and will collect any used linens after you depart. LOCAL & LOVING IT We are here to help! Our office is right at the entrance to Pirates Beach and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day. Our Property Services team is available for guests 24/7, so be sure to call us if there’s anything you need! Sand \`N Sea Properties is a professional vacation rental management and real estate company that has been local & trusted on Galveston Island since 1974. Family-owned & operated; we manage 175+ of the best vacation homes in the most sought-after locations in the West End. We look forward to sharing our island home with you! GOOD NEIGHBOR POLICY Sand \`N Sea works very hard to promote a quiet atmosphere for the enjoyment of our guests and our West End Galveston neighbors. Sand \`N Sea does not allow weddings, graduation, prom or other parties/events at this home. At the broker's discretion, a refundable security deposit may be required before finalizing any reservation. More information about all of the policies can be found in the “Rental Agreement” document on the checkout page. ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES On the West End, you’ll find miles and miles of beaches, birding sanctuaries, boat ramps, and great fishing spots (beaches, bay & canal) as well as restaurants, groceries, and convenience stores. In-town attractions are an easy, short drive away – The Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Galveston Railroad Museum, Historic Downtown Galveston, the Tall Ship Elissa at Pier 23, and many others. GVR12561 ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### 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 - Unit size: 920 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26510000/26506100/26506100/f5dc8ab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Summer Wind, Beachfront with incredible views! 5 miles from Galveston sea wall! 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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 GVR12561 ### Property is also known as 101 ## 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%7C29.19857%2C-94.94433&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=on41j7lVyrLg0FCAMwxVG7Qf3E4=) Galveston, TX #### What's nearby - Palm Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Pirate's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Pirates Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Broadway - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Jamaica Beach - 3 min drive - 3.7 km #### Restaurants - ‪Coopers Landing - ‬8 min drive - ‪Woody's Bar - ‬8 min drive - ‪Seawall Coffee Company - ‬9 min drive - ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬17 min walk - ‪Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Comfortable Beachfront Home w/ Gulf Views - Steps from Sand & Surf pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Comfortable Beachfront Home w/ Gulf Views - Steps from Sand & Surf? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Comfortable Beachfront Home w/ Gulf Views - Steps from Sand & Surf? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Comfortable Beachfront Home w/ Gulf Views - Steps from Sand & Surf located? > Nestled on the beach, this West End vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pirate's Beach, Galveston Island State Park Beach, and Palm Beach. Pirates Beach and Galveston Country Club are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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