Title: Modern Gulf Retreat | Steps to Beach | Pond & Stunning Views - 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 # Modern Gulf Retreat | Steps to Beach | Pond & Stunning Views Vacation home in Galveston with kitchen and balcony ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105180000/105177800/105177792/f692e99b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105180000/105177800/105177792/w2399h1599x1y1-92309690.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105180000/105177800/105177792/cd798ecf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105180000/105177800/105177792/b90e738f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105180000/105177800/105177792/b1beb35b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Modern Gulf Retreat | Steps to Beach | Pond & Stunning Views provides amenities like a water park and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101650 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - 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. ### Modern Gulf Retreat | Steps to Beach | Pond & Stunning Views Bungalow Beach is Galveston's Newest Vacation Beach House rental community. It's a short walk to the beach. Bungalow Beach offers brand new, 3BR/2.5Bath, 1600+ sq. ft. homes with the best island beach access location, which is directly across from the Bungalow Beach entrance. Amazing sunrises and sunsets from the two covered decks, one facing the Gulf and one facing Galveston Bay. This 10-acre community with it's large open green spaces and a private freshwater pond offers wildlife/bird watching as well as catch-and-release fishing. These homes sleep 10 (max 6 adults) with 6 beds, two King bedrooms plus a bunk bedroom with (2) twin over full bunk beds that can sleep up to 6. Fully equipped kitchens include Keurig coffee machine and a Ninja Blender. FREE WIFI and smart TVs in every bedroom. Each house is also equipped with a Washer and Dryer. Enjoy BBQ or grill some burgers with the charcoal grill on the covered, concrete ground floor patio. Refresh in the outdoor, hot/cold water shower after a fun day of sunning, swimming, surf casting, bicycle riding and building sandcastles. Get ready for a relaxing, carefree holiday, hosted by our on-site staff that is dedicated to quality service for you and your guests. This laid-back, West End location is well suited as a home base for visiting all the attractions and events Galveston Island has to offer. Snowbird Savings: Planning a longer stay between October and April? Book 28+ nights and enjoy special monthly discounts on already reduced low-season rates. Escape the cold, stretch out your stay, and make our home your warm-weather retreat this winter. Traveling with a bigger group? You’re in luck—there are 11 neighboring bungalows available, perfect for accommodating large families, wedding parties, or reunions. Stay side-by-side while still enjoying the comfort of your own private space! PLEASE NOTE; THESE HOMES ARE ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE BEACH AND ARE NOT LOCATED DIRECTLY ON THE BEACHFRONT. SECOND ROW IN COMMUNITY THIRD ROW FROM THE BEACH. STILL HAS GREAT VIEWS OF BOTH BEACH AND BAY ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,650 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95920000/95912300/95912296/e2e476e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Galveston Escape | Stylish Gulf Retreat with Fishing Pond West End - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=95912296&PinnedHotelID=95912296&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96180000/96179600/96179569/05eae5ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunrise to Sunset Views | Modern Home by the Beach West End - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=96179569&PinnedHotelID=96179569&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102670000/102660300/102660262/ed8ea3c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Island Oasis | Spacious Home with Gulf & Bay Views + Beach Access West End - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=102660262&PinnedHotelID=102660262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96210000/96201100/96201001/ac7f010d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax & Unwind | Gulf-View Bungalow with Beach Access West End - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=96201001&PinnedHotelID=96201001&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21701300/21701242/c7c5342e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Melody | Unique Home w/ Great Water Views West End - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 97 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=21701242&PinnedHotelID=21701242&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96900000/96899800/96899797/7eae9d84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Galveston Beach Getaway | Gulf Views & Fishing Pond West End - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=96899797&PinnedHotelID=96899797&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105680000/105677900/105677816/bd8c17ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Two-story Gulf view retreat with furnished deck, washer/dryer, central AC West End - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 8.6 Excellent 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=105677816&PinnedHotelID=105677816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79530000/79524000/79523981/9352e044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Home with Partial Beach View - 5 min walk to the beach West End - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 43 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=79523981&PinnedHotelID=79523981&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115680000/115679500/115679434/c8f7e709.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brand new 4 Bed 3 Bath house on Galveston Island 2 balconies w/ ocean/Bay view. 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Damage Insurance included in Admin Fee Occupancy 10 max, 6 adults max. Quiet time 10pm-8am No Smoking, No Pets. NO EVENTS! ### 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock 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 GVR12900 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b647bfx ## 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%7C29.12222%2C-95.07033&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=C06LrcH1uocaWArCZmsCQdIMMqU=) Galveston, TX #### What's nearby - Half Moon Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Terramar Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km - Sea Isle Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km - San Luis Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km - Jamaica Beach - 13 min drive - 13.0 km #### Restaurants - ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Wer Whistle Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sea Isle Marina - ‬5 min drive - ‪Seaside Resort Grill - ‬8 min drive - ‪West End Marina Bar - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Modern Gulf Retreat | Steps to Beach | Pond & Stunning Views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Modern Gulf Retreat | Steps to Beach | Pond & Stunning Views? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Modern Gulf Retreat | Steps to Beach | Pond & Stunning Views? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Modern Gulf Retreat | Steps to Beach | Pond & Stunning Views located? > Located in West End, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Half Moon Beach and Terramar Beach. Sea Isle Beach and San Luis 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 ## Modern Gulf Retreat | Steps to Beach | Pond & Stunning Views Reviews 9.6 ### 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 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffery D. Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Holiday Getaway Nice, clean property. Not a crowded area. Easy access to beach at Gulf of America! ##### Jeffery D. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Fiona A. Apr 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful. Very quiet. Lovely units. Bed linens were a bit of a problem. The fitted sheet in the master suite was too small and come off from the top corners EVERY night. We had to purchase a hair dryer and a small mixer as there were none but everything else was good!! More information in the book could have been useful, garbage pick up days!! ##### Fiona A. Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica H. Oct 17, 2024 #### Quick getaway with the family Everything about our trip was amazing. The house was perfect, the area was safe and convenient, the beach was beautiful, and the golf cart was so helpful for my parents. The host was responsive when we messaged him and very friendly. We are definitely going to stay here again! ##### Monica H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dru N. Aug 17, 2024 #### Great Home and Location This was a great place to stay. Enjoyed it very much. ##### Dru N. ## 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)