Title: GA1-ST1- Luxury Custom Build - Stunning Ocean View - 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 # GA1-ST1- Luxury Custom Build - Stunning Ocean View Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100490000/100483400/100483395/a5e3b6a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100490000/100483400/100483395/19108f71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100490000/100483400/100483395/c70d648e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100490000/100483400/100483395/cc0b7888.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100490000/100483400/100483395/d60b3a95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to CASA CARAPACE, a luxury beach home in The Preserve at Grand Beach. Perfect for family gatherings and friends’ groups, this 5-bedroom haven offers private neighborhood walk-over access to the beach. Unwind with loved ones in this custom-built retreat loaded with amenities. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 163131 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### GA1-ST1- Luxury Custom Build - Stunning Ocean View CASA CARAPACE is a family-friendly luxury beach home that's picture-perfect. This new custom-built home with high-end finishes is located in The Preserve at Grand Beach, the first gated beachfront community on the east end of Galveston with a private neighborhood walk-over accessing the beach. The house has 5 bedrooms, 5½ baths and can sleep groups of up to 12 people. It is loaded with amenities perfect for family gatherings and friends’ groups. Professionally managed by GJC Vacation Homes. If you would like to request roller beds during your stay, please let us know as soon as possible. There is an additional bed fee of $20/roller bed when requested. We have a total of 4 beds available which will bring max occupancy to 16. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### 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 - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### 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 - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the ocean ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Electric car charging station - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 3,131 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55580000/55580000/55579937/w1274h953x2y0-71c9d79c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Home with Breathtaking Views East Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 99 reviews CA $159 CA $697 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=55579937&PinnedHotelID=55579937&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, video games, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50920000/50918600/50918559/d7ac6506.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEACHFRONT! 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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 GVR11397 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 55 ## 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%7C29.30956%2C-94.76477&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qVq28rflnlfp2F1wSlS_9lqGLnY=) Galveston, TX #### What's nearby - University of Texas Medical Branch - 17 min walk - 1.4 km - Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 4 min drive - 3.7 km - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.3 km - Galveston Seawall - 5 min drive - 4.1 km - Port of Galveston - 5 min drive - 3.7 km #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive - ‪Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Benno's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Galveston Yacht Basin - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is GA1-ST1- Luxury Custom Build - Stunning Ocean View pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at GA1-ST1- Luxury Custom Build - Stunning Ocean View? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at GA1-ST1- Luxury Custom Build - Stunning Ocean View? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is GA1-ST1- Luxury Custom Build - Stunning Ocean View located? > Nestled on the beach, this East Beach vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Stewart Beach, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal, and Port of Galveston. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Seawall are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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