Title: First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals On beach with water park, near Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark ## Photo gallery for First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals ![Condo (1 Bedroom) | Property amenity - First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117580000/117573600/117573505/42a8a9df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Condo (1 Bedroom) | Property amenity - First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117580000/117573600/117573505/ede5d36d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Condo (1 Bedroom) | Property amenity - First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117580000/117573600/117573505/b0aa204c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Condo (1 Bedroom) | Property amenity - First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117580000/117573600/117573505/7a5003d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Condo (1 Bedroom) | Property amenity - First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117580000/117573600/117573505/7fe790be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A marina, a water park, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals. With amenities like a beachfront location and snorkeling, this condo is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Free WiFi in public areas and a restaurant are available to all guests. ## Reviews 1.0 ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4828 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Dryer - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals On beach with water park, near Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark At this condo, hit the beach, relax by an outdoor pool, or spend the day at a water park. The condo provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a dryer and a dining area, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodations at this condo offer irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 4-star condo have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. A marina and a water park are featured at the condo. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Dining - A restaurant ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Library - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Marina ### Laundry - Dryer ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Snorkeling - Water park - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### 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) ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112290000/112281000/112280962/79c42151.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tremont Meilleur 104 | A Downtown Escape Strand Historic District - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=112280962&PinnedHotelID=112280962&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23560000/23557700/23557612/w1021h676x3y4-ab32c6ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 BR, Ground Floor Condo. 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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. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Magic Carpet Golf are also worth visiting. Windsurfing, sailing, and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. [Visit our Galveston travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston.dx1341) [View more Condo rentals in Galveston](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Condos.d1341-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C29.26216%2C-94.83562&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hFkIY0u4sfsg0HZTjzI0G_D1gCc=) 7000 Seawall Blvd #613, Galveston, TX, 77551 ### 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1341/98d3d3f7-3f14-4ce7-b47d-af6b05c37da8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Seawall Beach 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082155/eee5fc7c-7e98-46dd-8194-08bf84cf40e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Moody Gardens 4 min drive \- 2.3 km - ![Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082143/c3af6ba4-1048-46f3-b199-bf1fc8946995.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark 4 min drive \- 2.3 km - 61st Street Fishing Pier 13 min walk \- 1.2 km - Galveston Island Convention Center 20 min walk \- 1.7 km ### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) 51 min drive ### Restaurants - Whataburger 3 min drive - McDonald's 15 min walk - Starbucks 19 min walk - Circle K 3 min drive - Sonic Drive-In 8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals have a pool? ### Is First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals? ### What time is check-out at First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals? ### Where is First Light by Ryson Vacation Rentals located? ## Have a question? 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