Title: The Shell Shack - 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 home # The Shell Shack Vacation home in Galveston ## Photo gallery for The Shell Shack ![Living area - The Shell Shack (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64200000/64192700/64192644/91282d3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets - The Shell Shack (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64200000/64192700/64192644/f5f91eb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Shell Shack (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64200000/64192700/64192644/e684b0e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Shell Shack (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64200000/64192700/64192644/a3875cb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Shell Shack (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64200000/64192700/64192644/bdf05a3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Shell Shack provides laundry facilities and more. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning ## 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. ### The Shell Shack Welcome to the Shell Shack, a charming beach cottage in Pirates Beach! 2BR/1BA upstairs with open living and lots of natural light. The two bedrooms include a king bed and two bunk beds. Bonus bunk room, half bath, laundry, and outdoor shower downstairs. Large fenced yard—pet friendly! Just two blocks to the beach or Pirates Beach Center shops and dining. Enjoy a relaxing family weekend or "work from home" for the week! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) ## Similar properties ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93545400/93545333/6678b684.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachside Pearl by Ryson Vacation Rentals West End - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=93545333&PinnedHotelID=93545333&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76070000/76065700/76065602/w2000h1332x0y1-a26520db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea Loft by Ryson Vacation Rentals West End - Kitchen - Dryer - Parking included - Free WiFi 2.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=76065602&PinnedHotelID=76065602&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106090000/106082900/106082898/55c2f6ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Bliss Bermuda by Ryson Vacation Rentals West End - Kitchen - Dryer - Free WiFi - Restaurant [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=106082898&PinnedHotelID=106082898&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100230000/100221000/100220946/ad08c6e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pirates' View of the Sea by Ryson Vacation Rentals West End - Kitchen - Dryer - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=100220946&PinnedHotelID=100220946&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22630000/22621500/22621484/234b0a97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fabulous Lighthouse, stone's throw away from beach,120 ft ,w/ stunning views! 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Please keep noise to a minimum and be respectful to neighbors. Neighborhood quiet hours are 10p - 8a. Please use a cooler for any freshly caught fish, not the refrigerator. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets ### 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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 GVR07924 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Galveston Vrbo Property Private vacation home Vrbo Property Private vacation home Galveston ## About the area West End, a neighborhood in Galveston, is home to this vacation home. 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 Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Broadway are also worth visiting. 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