Title: Relaxing Beachside Home w/ 2 Decks - 12 Miles from Historic Downtown - 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 # Relaxing Beachside Home w/ 2 Decks - 12 Miles from Historic Downtown Vacation home in Galveston with kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74801300/74801224/4778132b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74801300/74801224/9d447366.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74801300/74801224/1a9eedc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74801300/74801224/b2a3d64e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74801300/74801224/7cf7f245.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into Shell We Dance, a cozy beachside retreat in Pirates Beach with the comforts of home. The interior boasts butter yellow walls, high ceilings, and an open living area perfect for movie nights or game sessions. Enjoy two partially covered decks and a ground-level patio with outdoor seating, picnic table, and shower to rinse off after a day at the nearby beach. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81590 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Relaxing Beachside Home w/ 2 Decks - 12 Miles from Historic Downtown Grab your flip flops and your best beach tunes – Shell We Dance is ready to show you a great time! This updated beachside home in popular Pirates Beach has all of the comforts of home plus the extras that you’re looking for in a beach house. Two partially covered decks offer plenty of space to sit and relax while Gulf breezes blow by. The ground level patio also has outdoor seating, as well as a picnic table and outdoor shower for washing the salt and sand off after a long day of fun in the sun. Inside, butter yellow walls soar into high ceilings while the open living area features comfortable seating, an always-changing collection of board games, and a TV perfect for movie nights. The adjacent kitchen is fully equipped with everything you’ll need to prepare family meals. It seats 2 at the breakfast bar and 6 more at the dining table. A queen bedroom and bunk bedroom are both conveniently located on the main level. The primary suite is tucked away upstairs and features a private bathroom with a double vanity and access to the upper covered deck. Enjoy your morning coffee or cool evening beverage while listening to waves on the nearby beach! Sand, sun and surf are only a short neighborhood walk away, so bring your beach cart and get ready for a great Island vacation! BED SIZES: King, Queen, 2 Twin Bunks GROUND LEVEL Parking for 4 cars; No Garage Access; Finished Patio; Charcoal Grill; Outside Shower MAIN LEVEL Living Room – TV/DVD/; Kitchen – stainless steel appliances/breakfast bar seating for 2/abundant counter space; Dining area – 1 table seating 6; 2 Bedrooms: 1 bedroom (Queen) – TV; 1 bedroom (2 Twin Bunks) - TV; 1 full bath; washer/dryer; covered deck UPPER LEVEL 1 Bedroom: Primary Suite (King) – TV/deck access/en suite full bath/double vanity; partially covered deck ADDITIONAL FEATURES 2 Levels of Decks (partially covered); Central A/C & Heat; Ceiling Fans throughout; multiple TVs Fireplace is not available for guest use. PET POLICY This house is pet friendly and accepts 2 small dogs (each <20 lbs) OR 1 medium dog (40 – 60 lbs) with a non-refundable pet fee of $125+ tax. You must indicate you are “traveling with pets” prior to booking. 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. GVR08880 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### 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 - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### 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: 1,590 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106050000/106042000/106041929/61fd95cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal dog friendly retreat with large deck & kitchen - short walk to beach West End - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 30 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=106041929&PinnedHotelID=106041929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74390000/74380400/74380378/86ba9a59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wait 'N Sea | 2-Minute Walk to Beach | Patio, 2 Balconies & Alfresco Dining West End - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=74380378&PinnedHotelID=74380378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74800000/74797100/74797002/ce891651.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 block to Beach! 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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 GVR08880 ### Property is also known as 176 ## 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%7C29.20615%2C-94.93687&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QKhPqFLA6vpWJ9t8DKIsij7Rzls=) Galveston, TX #### What's nearby - Pirate's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Pirates Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Bermuda Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km - Broadway - 3 min drive - 3.0 km - Jamaica Beach - 4 min drive - 5.6 km #### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬9 min drive - ‪Coopers Landing - ‬7 min drive - ‪Viet Cajun - ‬10 min drive - ‪Sugar Bean Coffee and Cream - ‬11 min drive - ‪Woody's Bar - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relaxing Beachside Home w/ 2 Decks - 12 Miles from Historic Downtown pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Relaxing Beachside Home w/ 2 Decks - 12 Miles from Historic Downtown? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Relaxing Beachside Home w/ 2 Decks - 12 Miles from Historic Downtown? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Relaxing Beachside Home w/ 2 Decks - 12 Miles from Historic Downtown located? > Located in West End, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach. Galveston Country Club and Galveston Island State Park Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relaxing Beachside Home w/ 2 Decks - 12 Miles from Historic Downtown 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gonzalo V. Feb 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### None The office people were terrific, particularly Adriana. Thanks ##### Gonzalo V. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris K. Aug 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place! We really enjoyed the home! The beach is just a short walk or golf cart ride away. ##### Chris K. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Marie A., Houston, TX Jul 20, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house by the sea House was very nice and accommodated my family and dogs well. Only drawback was the party the previous guests had thrown before we arrived to broken glass all over the ground, trash cans full of booze, shot glasses on the deck, and a very stained white couch. Management was aware and did the best they could given the situation but not ideal considering how much we paid to stay there for 3 nights. ##### Marie A. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mellisse M. Dec 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family trip during cold rainy week This was the perfect spot to be cooped up during unexpected cold and rainy vacation days. The house had everything we needed to spend more time inside than expected. Would definitely stay here with my family and doggie again. ##### Mellisse M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### April J. Jul 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent House! We had a great time at Shell We Dance! The house is just like the listing. Kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. Our only problem was that the people before us filled up the trash cans, so we had nowhere to put our trash. We would definitely stay there again! ##### April J. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann N. May 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday weekend Perfect home and location for a long holiday weekend getaway! Easy walk to the beach. Fully stocked kitchen. Clean and welcoming! ##### Ann N. Stayed 4 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable home in a great beachside neighborhood We enjoyed our stay at Shell We Dance. The home matches the listing, and the property manager was quick to answer questions. Home is well laid out for families and has everything you need for a comfortable sray Great location in a great beach community. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Resort: Galveston-On The Beach by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Resort-Galveston-On-The-Beach.h16815.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Austin Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Austin-Downtown.h5437747.Hotel-Information) > > [Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Hotels-Moody-Gardens-Hotel.h157238.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Austin](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Austin.h8778760.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Austin](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-Hilton-Austin.h976145.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Austin](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-Fairmont-Austin.h18156638.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott Marquis Houston](https://www.expedia.ca/Houston-Hotels-Marriott-Marquis-Houston.h14986044.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Antonio-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-San-Antonio-River-Walk.h1848212.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Dallas](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Dallas.h24753.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-And-Suites-Galveston-Beach.h39353237.Hotel-Information) > > [Austin Marriott Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-Austin-Marriott-Downtown.h45866780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Anatole](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Hilton-Anatole.h22945.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Dallas](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Fairmont-Dallas.h18280.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Hotels-Hotel-Galvez-Spa.h8509.Hotel-Information) > > [The LINE Austin](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-The-LINE-Austin.h23193716.Hotel-Information) > > [Omni Dallas Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Omni-Dallas-Hotel.h4488581.Hotel-Information) > > [Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa Austin](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-Omni-Barton-Creek-Resort-Spa.h687230.Hotel-Information) > > [The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Conroe-Hotels-The-Woodlands-Resort.h25794.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Galveston Island Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Hotels-Hilton-Galveston-Island-Resort.h4553.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Van Zandt](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-Hotel-Van-Zandt.h10269315.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria](https://www.expedia.ca/Houston-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-HoustonGalleria.h10620692.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Austin-Downtown-University.h12302973.Hotel-Information) > > [Omni Austin Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-Omni-Austin-Hotel.h8540.Hotel-Information) > > [The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston](https://www.expedia.ca/Houston-Hotels-The-Post-Oak-Hotel-At-Uptown-Houston.h22340244.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Austin](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Austin.h21746.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Houston-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Houston.h20005.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Americas-Houston](https://www.expedia.ca/Houston-Hotels-Hilton-Americas-Houston.h976144.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Hotels-The-Tremont-House.h9121.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Dallas Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Sheraton-Dallas-Hotel.h43540.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Hotels-Harbor-House-At-Pier-21.h330270.Hotel-Information)