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Beautiful Condo On Marina Bay
Quiet, peaceful condo. It is small but comfortable. Great location between houston and Galveston. We really enjoyed our stay

Pelican Haven
Visit in mid-June was great! Beach not too crowded. Beautiful accommodations and loved the kitchen! Host was clear on instructions to make our stay perfect! I would definitely book again.

Isle B Back Seawall Gulf & Pool View! Come Chillax
The hosts were very responsive and helpful. They sent a list of things my son might like to do once we arrived at the condo, and followed up to ensure everything was going well.

Oceanview Beachfront 2/2 Sleeps Six-Free WiFi
Very cozy place. Felt like home. Great location. Crossing Seawall Blvd to get to the water was easy and could be done with small children. Douglas is a great and prompt communicator. Highly recommend.

Seabatical Inn|OCEAN VIEW| Walk to Beach| POOL
Awesome place and exceptional hosts! Place is nicely appointed and well taken care of. Easy walk to the beach and good pool area. Hosts communicate well and are very responsive. Great location to attractions and restaurants without being in the middle of the commotion. Highly recommend this property!!

2/2 Seascape 2 Balconies, W/D, Galveston, TX
beautiful and clean. had all amenities needed for a beach vacation. patio to watch the sunrise that was shaded in the evenings. excellent place to stay! we will definitely be coming back.

Sea Shell Belle |Ocean View| Walk to Beach|2 Pools
Me and my girlfriend had an amazing stay here! It was exactly what we wanted and more and we will certainly be returning to stay again. Daniel and Sam were very helpful and provided a clean and beautiful space for us. Balcony had a great view of the ocean and the location was a very short walk to the beach. Totally recommend to anyone who wants a relaxing trip!

The Shore house|OCEAN VIEW| Walk to Beach| POOL
Had everything I needed and thensome. No issues with check-in or parking, easy walk across the street to the beach where there is canopies and beach chairs if you don't want the hassle of taking your own. Hosts were quick to respond and courteous.
Waterfront house rentals

Whiskey N' Wine, WaterFront, 5 Bdrms- New Build
We had a wonderful time! The bay view was beautiful and the house was perfectly clean and comfortable. We have 9 in our family including adult children’s spouses and the space was perfect.

Cozy Beach House
The Cozy Beach House was perfect for my family's weekend beach trip. The location is great, with views of the water and a 2-minute walk to beach access. It's on a quiet street filled with vacation homes with convenience and liquor stores nearby. Beach chairs and a wagon were provided in the downstairs closet, the washer/dryer was really nice to have, and the AC kept everyone comfortable. Super easy contactless check-in and check-out. The listing photos accurately represent the place. The only downside was the cleanliness of the place. A wet towel was left in a sink, the floors - which our toddler was crawling around on - were visibly dirty with sandy footprints in the rugs which came out with vacuuming. Almost all of the stainless pots and pans had food burned on them, making them unusable. I'm being generous with my 5 stars because beach houses like this are admittedly difficult to keep clean, and overall we were really happy with the place and the price we paid.

Waterfront Bay Home w/Large Outdoor Space
The place was absolutely amazing. Loved how quiet it was and secluded will definitely be back again. Sadie was also extremely accommodating when requested to check in a little earlier and was very responsive to all the needs.

Epic Sunrises! Luxurious*Sleeps 12*Steps to Beach
Our stay at the Lone Palm Resort will be forever etched in our minds as one of the best vacations . Jaclyn's home was everything it is described to be and more . Every room was pristinely cleaned, everything you would ever need is supplied, the views, the sunrises, the sound of the waves , the peacefulness that is there is second to none . We couldn't have asked for a better vacation home . We will definitely be back !

Beautiful Galveston Beach House
We had a wonderful stay and it’s was perfect. The golf cart was so helpful getting to the beach and other areas that was close. I will always come back to this location and recommend all of my friends as well.

Sweetwater - By the Bay
Tyler was excellent to communicate with as he is very responsive. Fantastic house to stay at and would stay again in a heartbeat!

Beachfront Million Dollar Views Location 2 Kings
Great stay. Lots of things for kids to do. You do not need to bring anything from beach towels, chairs, kayaks, body boards ect . The house is stocked. Very clean. Host easy to communicate. Thanks for letting us stay! JB

Beachfront + Hot Tub | Fireplace | Putt-Putt | Pet
We had an amazing stay at this beach house! Even with nearby homes, it felt quiet, peaceful, and surprisingly private—perfect for our family getaway. House was exactly as pictured, with a cozy, beach-weathered charm. The downstairs outdoor space was a highlight, and the hot tub was a great bonus (some sand in it, but totally expected at the beach!). The beach gear was definitely past its prime, but still appreciated and useful. The views were absolutely unbeatable, and despite the slightly higher price, we felt the experience and location were worth it. The only issue we had was an unexpected visit from a man who said he was there to check on some repairs. No one had notified us, and he entered bedrooms—including one where teenage girls were sleeping and our personal belongings were out. It caught us off guard, and I had to reach out to confirm he was actually sent by the host. A heads-up beforehand would’ve made us feel much more comfortable. Overall though, we had a fantastic stay!
Waterfront condo rentals

Pier Paradise | Front Facing | Casa Del Mar
Absolutely adored the place....well decorated, well maintained and very clean...was loaded with amenities and everything needed for comfort and feel at home. The shower was hot as I like and bed very comfortable. I brought my own white noise machine but did not need it because one was already provided. The hostess was very attentive and prompt with responding. The views of beach was therapeutic and amazing. Casa Del Mar staff was very friendly and professional. My husband and I spent 8 days in Galveston and it was perfect.

BEACHFRONT HIDEAWAY
The house was charming, maybe a little smaller than it appeared in the pictures, but everything was perfect. We appreciated that there were beach chairs for our use as well as a beach cart. The pool area was very enjoyable as well as the short walk to the beach. We will stay again.

Enjoy the Sunrise - Spacious 1 Br Beach Condo
Walking distance to the beach! Across the street are Seawall stairs. Everything was so clean and well stocked. The ac felt great after a long day swimming. Very responsive and helpful! Would love to come back!

Captains Cove seaside relax
Jeff’s place was great! Would definitely stay here again if ever in Galveston. Waking up to hear the waves across the street and morning coffee on the balcony. We did have a power outage during our stay and the whole area was dark. Jeff reached out to make sure all was ok and if we needed anything. It was nice to know he cared.

Beach Front-Pickleball 2bd-2ba-King bd-W&D-Hot Tub
Angie’s place was a great choice! We have stayed at several AirBnBs in Galveston, and the air conditioning alone had us contemplating staying for good! The condo was clean, everything was easily accessible, and there was plenty of parking. We also loved all of the amenities that Angie offers her guests (chairs, towels, umbrellas, beach toys, extra blankets, pack and play, and more!). We would definitely stay with Angie again.

Lazy River, Pools, Beach-Float, Sip, Soak, Repeat.
Loved our stay . Great condo on the second floor. Easy check in and out. Gregory checked in on us every day to make sure everything was as we needed. All amenities at the condo available for stay. While a bit isolated from the rest of Galveston it’s what makes this location quiet and peaceful. The pool and lazy river are amazing. Property has on site lift for the pool which made our stay even more pleasant . The bar was open which was also a treat . Didn’t get to experience the on site spa . Seawall Cafe and Sea Horse Grill are hidden gems. We loved our stay and would definitely return

Breathtaking Top Floor Condo w/ View, heated pool
The condo is well-stocked with dishes, cookware, and bathroom amenities. There is also a chest on the balcony containing a variety of recreational items for the beach. And there's a full-sized washer and dryer. I'll keep this on my list when I return.

Beach front views at Sea La Vie
David was very prompt to messages and we were able to check in early. I felt like he really cared about making our last minute get away great. The condo is exactly as described and a nice spot for my husband and I to unwind. You can't go wrong with this little hideaway. Jody and Michael
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1.4K properties
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1K properties are a good fit for families
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480 properties allow pets
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