Title: Turquoise Shells - Near Beach, Cruise Port & UTMB! - 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 # Turquoise Shells - Near Beach, Cruise Port & UTMB! Family-friendly vacation home in Galveston with a water park ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78390000/78382700/78382675/cdd3b786.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78390000/78382700/78382675/d57cb8b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78390000/78382700/78382675/ac861c59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78390000/78382700/78382675/7030ee3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78390000/78382700/78382675/4f922c5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located on the East end of Galveston Island, Turquoise Shells is a beautiful coastal home that embodies modern coastal décor. Unwind in the living room with a 65-inch smart TV or savor coffee from one of two coffee makers in the Coffee Bar. With three elegant bedrooms, each featuring black-out curtains and smart ROKU TVs, you can have a perfect night's sleep after exploring nearby attractions like Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81458 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace ## 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. ### Turquoise Shells - Near Beach, Cruise Port & UTMB! 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, Sleeps 8 - 1 king, 2 queens, 1 queen sofa bed (with a memory foam mattress) Turquoise Shells is a beautiful coastal home located on the East end of Galveston Island. As you enter the home, you will feel the calmness of the Island from the modern coastal décor. On certain evenings, you can hear the ocean from the rocking chairs on the patio. You will love the open floor plan! Spend relaxing evenings in the living room with a 65-inch smart TV. Be sure to check out the chef's dream kitchen, which is fully stocked, including cookware, crockpot, griddle, etc. The Coffee Bar has 2 types of coffee makers - Keurig for one or brew up a whole pot for the entire family. Turquoise Shells features 3 elegant bedrooms with black-out curtains in every bedroom for a perfect night's sleep after a busy day at the beach. All bedrooms have smart ROKU TVs where guests can log into their favorite streaming service using their own login credentials. The primary suite boasts a plush king-sized bed and has a spa-like ensuite with a walk-in shower, tub, and large closet with plenty of storage. The secondary bedrooms have comfy queen beds with a shared Jack n Jill bathroom. There is also a half bath so everyone can get ready at the same time. For our youngest guests, this home also has a pack-n-play, a highchair, and a ton of beach toys. The house also comes equipped with fun family games, including a ping pong table in the garage. Turquoise Shells is conveniently located CLOSE TO SO MANY ATTRACTIONS: \- Beach: 4.5 blocks away and only 0.3 miles/2-minute drive/9-minute walk \- Pleasure Pier: 1.3 miles/5-minute drive \- Schlitterbahn Water Park: 5.7 miles/18-minute drive \- The Strand Historic District: 1.1 miles/4-minute drive \- Bishop's Palace: 0.2 miles/1 minute drive/4-minute walk \- Moody Gardens: 5.4 miles/18-minute drive \- Moody Mansion: 1.1miles/3-minute drive \- Galveston Railroad Museum: 1.6 miles/5-minute drive \- Galveston Children's Museum: 1.1miles/3-minute drive We will email you our list of favorite "local" restaurants in the check-in instructions which you will receive 24-hours before your check-in date! Prepare to embark on an unforgettable experience at Turquoise Shells in Galveston, TX!! COMMUNITY POOLS: To help you make the most of your vacation, we’re pleased to inform you about two nearby community pools available for your use: Jamaica Beach Community Pool: Located 7 miles from Beachfront Bliss at 16721 Jolly Roger, Jamaica Beach, TX 77554, this pool is ideal for guests staying at Beachfront Bliss. Lasker Community Pool: Situated at 2016 43rd St, Galveston, TX 77550, Lasker Community Pool is just half a mile from Sapphire Shells and 3 miles from Turquoise Shells. You will receive an email with links to both pools in your check-in instructions. Please review the information for pool hours, fees, and other important details as they may vary throughout the year. ALL RENTERS AGREE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES TO BOOK THIS HOUSE: 1\. The rental agreement needs to be filled out within 48 hours of booking this home and a copy of a valid government-issued ID will need to be uploaded as a file when filling out the rental agreement (per insurance requirements). The rental agreement will be emailed to you immediately after booking if you book on an online booking site. You risk being canceled if you do not take care of this step within 48 hours. 2\. This home has a strict NO SMOKING and NO EVENTS/PARTY POLICY 3\. Maximum number of guests is 8 and limited to only those listed on the rental agreement. 4\. Minimum age of primary renter is 25 5\. Any cancellations with a refund will incur a 5% cancellation fee. PET RULES: Pets: This is a private Rental Property and only two pets (dogs only) are allowed that weigh 50 pounds each or less. Please keep your pet off the furniture and monitor them closely as the Owners are not responsible for their safety. THE GUESTS AGREE: \- There will be an additional $200 fee if pet hair is found on furniture or bedding. \- All excess dog hair will be swept, vacuumed, or otherwise picked up and removed from the inside of the home before departure. \- Pets must be house-broken, up to date on all vaccinations, especially rabies, and at least one year old. \- All pets must be treated with topical flea repellant 3 days before arrival. \- Pets must be crated if left alone in the home and leashed in all public areas. \- Guests are responsible for their pet's supplies including food, beds, blankets, bowls, etc. \- To rinse off dirt and sand that the pet may have accumulated while outside, and dry thoroughly before entering the Rental Property. \- To clean up after their dog and dispose of their waste promptly. \- To keep the dog from being noisy and/or aggressive and causing annoyance or discomfort to others. \- Dog beds, blankets, etc. will not be washed in the washer and dryer in the Rental Property. \- Any dog with a recorded history of biting is strictly prohibited. \- If any sign of pet damage or an unauthorized pet is discovered, then the Guest authorizes the Owner to charge the Guest an additional minimum $500 fee. \- The Pet fee is per dog and nonrefundable. \- To communicate with the Owner about bringing a dog and getting approval from the Owner via the booking platform messenger, text, or phone call before bringing a dog or risk being charged $500 for nondisclosure for each animal. \*\*\*\*Please note the owner and her 2 kids are highly allergic to cats so cats WILL NOT be allowed on the property. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Griddle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Table tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 1,458 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115930000/115925800/115925764/b6c5099b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Home w/ Pool and New Pool House\* Midtown - 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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 GVR09899 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b59432x ## 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%7C29.30238%2C-94.77998&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_lAUQ-5qwWwvTzKvNqech-Aszuo=) Galveston, TX #### What's nearby - University of Texas Medical Branch - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 2.3 km - Galveston Seawall - 2 min drive - 2.6 km - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Port of Galveston - 3 min drive - 2.6 km #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk - ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬11 min walk - ‪Benno's - ‬6 min walk - ‪Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant - ‬9 min walk - ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Turquoise Shells - Near Beach, Cruise Port & UTMB! have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Turquoise Shells - Near Beach, Cruise Port & UTMB! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Turquoise Shells - Near Beach, Cruise Port & UTMB!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Turquoise Shells - Near Beach, Cruise Port & UTMB!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Turquoise Shells - Near Beach, Cruise Port & UTMB! located? > This family-friendly Galveston vacation home is located by the sea, just steps from East End Historic District and Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal 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 ## Turquoise Shells - Near Beach, Cruise Port & UTMB! 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) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cyndi O. May 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful! We absolutely loved it! Very clean, beautifully decorated, and great communication with owners. Will definitely be booking again! ##### Cyndi O. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda B. Jan 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### PERFECT! Due to an unexpected hospital stay and death of a family member, we found ourselves in Galveston, and then after an effortless check-in, at Turquoise Shells. Pravin and Leena were amazing, and when we needed to extend our stay, they were easy to communicate with and extremely kind. Their beautifully renovated and impeccably maintained property was the peaceful oasis that we needed in the middle of our personal storm. Turquoise Shells is professionally decorated, incredibly organized and has many extra touches like plush towels, a multi- plug phone charging station and a stocked coffee bar area. We will be coming back to this property under better circumstances to enjoy the beach and would HIGHLY recommend to anyone renting from Pravin and Leena! ##### Amanda B. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shon L. May 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing The property was as described, great location, and couldn’t have asked for a better wknd! Highly recommend and we will def be staying again! ##### Shon L. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allysa E. May 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Allysa Awesome property! Fully stocked with almost everything a family could need! Kids enjoyed the ping pong table. Close to the beach and to the strand. Not a bad drive to schlitterbahn. Very clean and comfortable. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!!! ##### Allysa E. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex S. Apr 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location/Great Amenities We used this property for a couples weekend getaway. The property was spacious enough for three couples to comfortable stay. The rental provides a ton of amenities from kitchen appliances to plenty of beach equipment. There’s plenty of space inside and outside the property to relax and enjoy your stay. Short walk to the beach and very close to the strand as well. Very hard to beat the location, the amenities and the price. ##### Alex S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Geoff B. Apr 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home The home was beautiful and the host were exceptionally hospitable. We loved our time there. Our pups enjoyed their stay too. The home even provided food and water bowl and potty bags for helping to clean up after our little ones. The only challenge we’re the large dogs next door. They seemed friendly enough, but the short fence allowed one of them to come over it at one point. We made sure Tom go out with our pups every time, just to make sure all was well. ##### Geoff B. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trudy M. Dec 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous in every way My sisters and I stayed at Turquoise Shells for a short vacation. It was everything I was hoping for and more. The place is so nice and clean. Having two and 1/2 baths was perfect for the four of us. Leena and Pravin ##### Trudy M. 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