[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Island Retreat Family-friendly vacation home in Galveston ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99226500/99226437/a0a07768.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99226500/99226437/061a7547.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99226500/99226437/a77d23e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99226500/99226437/5da27ca4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99230000/99226500/99226437/eed957c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of historic downtown, this upstairs home offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. With two queen-sized bedrooms, a firepit for cozy evenings, and a BBQ to grill your favorite dinner. Located close to the cruise port and beach you can easily plan your next day’s adventures. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Island Retreat This is a great little upstairs home that has all the amenities that you will need for a great vacation. Centrally located to historic downtown, the cruise port and close to the beach for those days that you want to get away. There are 2 rooms each with a queen-sized bed to help you rest for the next day's adventures. Enjoy the evening sitting around the firepit. There is a BBQ to grill up your favorite dinner. We hope you enjoy our home. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Work spaces - Desk ### 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. - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88430000/88429500/88429407/bafc275a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish Cottage-4 min drive to the beach w/free coffee Old Central - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 72 reviews CA $125 CA $313 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=88429407&PinnedHotelID=88429407&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93400000/93398700/93398656/w508h683x258y0-968324b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach Old Central - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 53 reviews CA $145 CA $338 total includes taxes & fees Oct 23 - Oct 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=93398656&PinnedHotelID=93398656&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75620000/75618500/75618436/fb9b7bb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whimsical Mermaid 2 Bedroom Cottage Old Central - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=75618436&PinnedHotelID=75618436&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117170000/117160800/117160759/44642b06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 2-bedroom house in charming 3 Blocks From the Beach Midtown - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=117160759&PinnedHotelID=117160759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939300/19939259/70c4c71f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serene Seaside View: Now Taking Spring/Summer Bookings! 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Kempner Park - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 22 reviews CA $69 CA $228 total includes taxes & fees Oct 22 - Oct 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=76402529&PinnedHotelID=76402529&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 GVR13115 ### 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%7C29.29741%2C-94.79725&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GmiMA5Ul_bVllkAAQ0DCszEFaNI=) Galveston, TX #### What's nearby - 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 - University of Texas Medical Branch - 2 min drive - 2.3 km #### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Henry's Mexican Restaurant - ‬2 min walk - ‪Sugar & Rye - ‬12 min walk - ‪Vida Agave - ‬9 min walk - ‪Leo's Cajun Corner - ‬7 min walk - ‪Red Light Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Island Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Island Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Island Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Island Retreat located? > This family-friendly Galveston vacation home is located in Old Central, within 1 mi (2 km) of Moody Mansion Museum, Port of Galveston, and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Galveston Seawall and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Island Retreat Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 17 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### geanette a. Jul 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation It was a great spot in Galveston close to the strip. Lots of great restaurants nearby. Close to Murdocks, pleasure peir, and of course the sea wall. Good spot for small family close to lots of activities and the ocean. ##### geanette a. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aleisha D. Feb 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway Took a last minute short trip to Galveston and so glad we found this place! ##### Aleisha D. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan F. Nov 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving getaway The upper unit was very clean and just the right size for our four day getaway. The owner was super easy to work with. ##### Susan F. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### olivia s. Mar 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### such a great place to stay! I have nothing but positive things to say about this property, location, and the owner. Everything was amazing and all communication was quick and welcoming. I 100% recommend and will be returning! ##### olivia s. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roxanne T. May 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Host was friendly and available for any questions that I had ##### Roxanne T. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie H. Nov 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice comfortable little house. We had a great time. Host was very nice, with great communication. I would definitely stay here again! 😊 ##### Julie H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle w. Apr 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Island Retreat The house was comfortable and clean. Host was very helpful. ##### Michelle w. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robbi H. Apr 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Great place. I liked the tv in the bedrooms. Enjoyed the remote to control light and fans from the bed. Thanks ##### Robbi H. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### James E. Mar 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Island Retreat Review Overall, this property worked extremely well for us. There was enough space and pretty much everything is within walking distance.The only thing to be aware of is there is no dish washer. This would only be an issue if you had a large group staying there, so it wasn't a problem, just something to be aware of.Great host! ##### James E. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### shawna m. May 8, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness #### It was very cute and quite place Was clean but kinda had a smell to it .maybe some plug in they didn't have much to clean with are a frying pan just a small one i gotten some cleaning stuff lift one cleaning supplie there.tv went out in bedroom i told the property manager he was very nice and responded fast it was a nice place overall i stay again ##### shawna m. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### iveth q. Jun 20, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### cute for a short stay location was a close drive to the beach, moody mansion and the ferry. Apt home was cute, had all the basic essentials. Parking was the only issue, as the downstairs tenants took the parking that was assigned to us ( the upstairs apt) ##### iveth q. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Paula A. Sep 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Girls weekend getaway Nice place, mostly quiet. The rain flooded the roads in front of the property... but that is an island-wide problem. I suggest softer mattresses, but the other guest liked the firm mattress. ##### Paula A. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dusty L. Jun 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent The house was spectacular, neighborhood was quiet and not a lot of noise. The one thing I wish was there, would be curtains. The light is brutal. I would definitely stay again. ##### Dusty L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John E. Apr 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review what a great place to stay. John is on a winner Cant praise him enough ##### John E. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Korey S. Aug 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Korey S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Delanie W. Jul 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute Little Place! This Vrbo was great for our little family! The inside was super clean and decorated cute. The beds were super comfortable. Had all kinds of amenities for us. And John, the host, was super accommodating and friendly. We come back to Galveston every year and we would definitely stay here again. ##### Delanie W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassie W. Jun 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I was unable to stay Due to a tornado at home we were unable to take vacation. John was very accommodating to my needs, he kept good communication and offered to do anything he could. ##### Cassie W. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### waymond m. May 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mr moore Great place ##### waymond m. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nanobah A. Apr 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### GALVESTON STAY Really great experience for our first time in Galveston. Really great place to stay. The owner had really great communication whenever we asked questions. Recommend 10/10! ##### Nanobah A. 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