Condo

Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn

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Your private balcony overlooking Seawall and the Beach
From the entry door and throughout - light and bright
Open Concept Living
Plenty of cozy seating
The couch is a bed (sleeper sofa) at night time

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6108.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Galveston Island Convention Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Moody Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn

Just the thought of a mermaid conjures up pure relaxation and that is exactly what you will experience from the moment you arrive at Mermaid's Retreat where everything is inviting and new and waiting for you to arrive!

From the second you step inside you are greeted with the colors of water and sky, and a view from the door across the living room straight to the Gulf of Mexico.

"Spacious" does not do justice to the expanse of the condo - 2 bedrooms and 2 baths - with over 1100 square feet to spread out and enjoy.

Just as the mermaid is a beautiful creature – Mermaids Retreat has been created beautifully for your vacationing pleasure in Galveston – with each detail considered and your comfort in mind. Just about everything is brand new in 2017 – from the décor to the owners to the customer service you will receive, to the spirit of the playful mermaid that resides within the walls of this condo.

The complex itself has a fitness room, two pools, is beach-front and gated. This particular condo stands out and will quickly become your favorite to visit and talk about. Second floor – offering awesome views – an end unit providing additional natural lighting. The complex is comprised of many buildings of condos – some border the pools and grounds of the complex, this one, while an easy walk to the pools, is truly beach front allowing you to wave watch the balcony, living room and master bedroom.

For your comfort, each of the two bedrooms has a king size bed, large dresser & night stand, 39” flat panel television, quiet 3-speed ceiling fan, and walk in closet. The master features an en-suite bath with tile and glass walk-in shower, luggage rack and hair dryer.

The master bedroom is gulf front allowing you to see the water.

The second bedroom holds the iron & ironing board in the closet and has a second luggage rack.

You will love to gather in the living room of this condo – which is all newly furnished and decorated in a soothing palette that brings to mind colors and movement of the water. The reclining chair is like sitting on a marshmallow – no, a cloud! The sofa is just as comfortable and at night converts to additional sleeping space on an upgraded gel mattress. There is a 42” flat panel television for your group to catch the weather and plan tomorrow’s activities. The quiet 3 speed ceiling fan provides silent comfort – and the sliding door balcony access allows you to watch from inside or out. The balcony offers whicker seating and great views of Babe’s Beach, added through beach expansion in 2016.

The kitchen is perfect for the family chef with stainless appliances including a double door refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, electric cook top range, and dishwasher , plenty of granite counter space for preparation, and countertops appliances including blender, toaster, coffee maker. There are plenty of quality dishes, glassware, flatware and cookware. If total relaxation is the plan, our guest information book will provide you with a list of just some of the local eateries that are the favorites of the lovely family who owns this condo.

The dining room has a table perfect for 6 to gather and enjoy a meal, a board or card game, or great conversation.

The second bath, located near the second bedroom and dining room with common area access, features a tub/shower combination, granite counters and a hair dryer.

You can pack lightly for your vacation, if you wish, as the condo has a full-sized washer & dryer in the unit should you wish to do laundry while you are here. (Because skin can be so sensitive and become accustomed to the laundry products we all use at home, we do not provide these at the condo.)

Technology: Basicc XFinity cable on all televisions, WiFi included at no cost to our guests, and Roku for streaming and Netflix on televisions in both bedrooms and the living room!

Your first stay at Mermaids Retreat will not be your last – you may be calling for your next reservation before you leave!

The Dawn Condominium Complex charge $40.00 per vehicle for stays of 1-3 nights and $50.00 per vehicle for stays of 4 nights or longer as a parking/resort/amenity fees. This is not a charge from My Galveston Getaway and is paid directly to the complex upon your arrival. They will issue a parking permit and may issue wristbands that identify guests who are authorized at the complex. They will also provide guests with the codes for the gates to enter the property - both drive-through and walk through.

Very spacious condo with a covered balcony overlooking the gulf where you can enjoy your morning coffee while wave and bird watching.

What's included: Bed linens for all beds, bath, hand and wash cloth for each guest that the unit welcomes. We do not provide beach/pool towels and we do ask that ours not be removed from the condo and taken to the beach or pool. They can get damaged or lost.

Starter supplies: 2 rolls of 2-ply, quilted toilet paper, a roll of paper towels, a dishwasher tablet, small dishwashing liquid, sponge, 2 small soaps, 2 small shampoos, trash bag, and coffee including sweeteners, stir sticks, powdered creamer to make that first pot. These are not intended to last your entire group through your entire stay - but to get in, get situated and figure out where you will shop for what on the island.

Come Stay With Us at Mermaid's Retreat.

After making your reservation you will receive a link to complete our renters agreement. The only information we request differently than the booking platforms (VRBO/AirBnB) is your personal email address, the names and ages of each person who will be in the property during your stay, and your driver’s license information as well as an emergency contact should we need to reach someone on your behalf. Thank you for completing this in a timely manner so that we may send you the check-in instructions for the property you have reserved.

Property manager

Cathie, Brian & Jennifer
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Some OWNERS have a pet, renters may not have pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest is required to sign rental agreement. A cancellation fee applies. Minimum age to rent is 25. If you book the rental-you must be present onsite.
All people are people regardless of size/age.Underage drinking/illegal activities not allowed.3rd Party Rentals not permitted.Sec. deposit of $300 req
No smoking/vaping. See agreement about dogs: restrictions, breeds, size, whether prop. allows pets, fees apply. Dogs ONLY, no more than 2/100# total.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR03963

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galveston

Located in Near West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Magic Carpet Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • 61st Street Fishing Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Moody Gardens - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rainforest Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Near West End condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seawall Beach and Galveston Island Convention Center. Moody Gardens and Galveston Seawall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 143 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shauna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great space. Great view. 2 separate king rooms!

1st off, I really appreciate that there were 2 separate rooms with king size beds, one with a master bath, and the other close to the guest bath. I’m allergic to feathers and other than 2 small feather pillows on the leather couch (which my family moved to a closer for me), it was feathers free! Nicely in a gated area and close to everything we needed, with an actual ocean view. Just so you know, there IS a lot of road noise when the windows or back door is open, but that seems pretty common for Galveston because the main road is between most properties and the beach. The management team was responsive and welcoming. The kitchen, laundry, and bathrooms all worked well and were clean. Overall it is a great place to stay! Oh- it is a second story with no elevator, so just be sure that works for you, but all long as it does- you should totally stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty S., Montgomery

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lone Star Rally weekend 🏍️

We came in on Friday just a little bit early and we were able to get our parking passes taken care of while we waited. There is a new process for getting your passes. It’s very easy but sharing so those of us that are repeat renters, it’s good to know. The view was awesome from our balcony. However, I didn’t realized the increased level of noice that would bring. All good though, we were at the Rally for that very reason. Beautiful condo, we would come back to this one again for sure. The location is perfect, just far enough to be away from all the craziness of the Rally but close enough to enjoy and return safely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

rachelle p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

Nice, clean, right across the street from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Galveston birthday

Everything about the condo was perfect except that it had not been cleaned properly prior to our arrival. There was quite a bit of sand on the floors and bathrooms.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Late September - no crowd, perfect weather

We stayed 4 days m-th. Beach was easy accessible, beautiful ocean/beach views from the balcony, living room, and master bedroom. We had everything we needed after we ordered grocery pick up from kroger and then from walmart (very close to condo).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wow!!! We had an amazing time at this condo! The condo itself was very comfortable! A little hot for our taste but it was hot outside so really no way around it :)! It was spotless when we arrived and such a comfortable stay! Parking was easy! The pools were so fun! And it was beachfront which was a surprise!! No complaints at all for our stay here and will stay here again for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebrating

We were celebrating my daughter’s 21st birthday.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Kelsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Will not go through Galveston getaway management again

Brian with Galveston Getaway is beyond rude. I will never rent through this company again. Was never informed of a parking fee even though I had my trip booked for months. When I spoke to the management company, I was treated so rudely and kept being told I was informed of the parking fee when in fact I was never told. Took me arguing back and forth with Brian and listening to him whisper how much of a b word I am while this situation was sorted out. Disgusting. The lack of customer service is beyond and I will be sure to advise family and friends to find another rental company with better manners and communication about ALL fees for renting this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely vacation

The condo was perfect! The decor was beachy and comfortable. Perfect views! Great location on the island. Swimming pools were clean and very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gesine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation

We have stayed in this unit twice now. Love the location and the view of the water. Very clean. Will stay here again next year
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dominique R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking views and quaint

The pictures do not do this place justice! Best condo that we've ever rented by far. Cleanliness, decor, the view and location, absolutely perfect! I have 2 remarks, 1. I wish there were an option for a chain lock on the door as my toddler who loves to get into everything, was able to easily walk out of the front door. Thus, having to keep the recliner against the door for his safety and our sanity lol. 2. The pull out sofa wasnt like sleeping on a cloud by any means, it was an average sofa bed. Not super comfortable but definitely tolerable. We will definitely rent this gem again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean View, best for adults

Condo was well furnished but not so kid-friendly (glass top tables, no kids dishes etc). Kitchen was well-equipped except for very few drinking glasses. It was great to be able to walk directly across the street to the beach even though heavy traffic was a noisy obstacle. We wish the information binder in the condo was more informative: how to work TV remotes; codes for pedestrian gates; pool rules; information on local attractions and menus) Rental managers responded quickly to 2 problems: garbage disposal not working, and washing machine not filling. Kids enjoyed the pools although the “old pool” had cloudy water.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Weekend

We loved the condo, everything was so neat and clean. The views from tge balcony are amazing. The pools always seemed to be crowded with lots of kiddos, but it was a holiday weekend 😉 overall we had a great time and would definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on the Beach!

Overall, we loved the place and had a great time in Galveston Island. The check in process was a little clunky, office is difficult to find. My recommendation to make it an even better experience would be to stock a few basics for the kitchen (salt/pepper, PAM, etc). These are just a hassle to purchase and have a long shelf life. With this unit being across from the beach, some chairs and maybe a cooler to use would be nice too. Overall, would recommend to others!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister Vacay

Great place to stay. A beautiful condo with a fantastic location. You can sit on the lanai with your coffee in the morning and watch the sunrise over the waves. Everything you need to get started is there for you on arrival. We had a great time and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as described

This is a great apartment. Very close to everything. A great view of the water. Very clean. Only downside was it was upstairs, which was hard for my 81 year old Mom. And the beds were a little hard. Other than that. It was amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marian N., Conroe, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

We enjoyed our stay at Mermaids Retreat! Great views; we had everything we needed! Hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

shaun s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, sparsely stocked

The condo is lovely and spacious, and the view is stunning. The washer and dryer on site were really convenient. The sofa bed was comfortable for our daughter. The King beds were also comfortable for us and our sons. We did think the pillows were really uncomfortable. There is also a very limited stock of everything...one dishwasher pac for our whole stay, two small packs of coffee, thin blankets on the beds and no extra blankets or pillows at all.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

We had a very relaxing stay. The emailed directions given were great however, I wasn't too impressed with the office gal. It was confusing in the office because they had a paper sitting on the foyer desk telling you to scan the code to pay for parking then go to building 2 to pick up the parking pass and wristbands. When we asked her where building 2 was, she pulled out a map and pointed at it...I had to ask her where that was and she said, "it's here at my desk". ?? I'm pretty sure if I hadn't asked, she would have let us walk around outside for hours looking for the right building! Thank you to the former guest that left the coffee :D We left extra coffee filters for the next guests. Only recommendation would maybe to have a few things for the beach but we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

cricket b., boston

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Our stay

Very convenient location. Be aware, most of the beach stuff is closed during the week. This was my last vacation with my children, it was special. This place is spacious with a beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gods Gals in Galveston

We had an amazing stay. The weather was mild for the most part, but did get to experience a beautiful storm with full light show on the water! The location was perfect and was convenient to everything on the island we found to do. We had a wonderful retreat of Laughter and Conversation and enjoyed meeting many local residence as well as other visitors who enjoyed hearing of our experiences while at the Dawn and around the town. So happy to share and look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Easy access to the beach. The condo was clean and spacious. Pool amenities were very nice and there’s a Walmart next door so you don’t spend to much time on wasted travel getting supplies. Balcony has a great view of the beach. Great place to stay for convenience
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place

We loved our stay. The location was perfect. Directly across the street from the beach and close to shopping. The unit was extremely clean and well laid out. The manager/owner was extremely nice and accommodating. We definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We stayed right after our family cruise to the Bahamas it was a perfect ending for a perfect vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K., Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time in Galveston

This property was very, very clean and just as described. We would definitely stay again at this property if we find ourselves in Galveston.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cathie, Brian & Jennifer

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The owners fell in love with the location of this condo - beach front to watch the water, end unit for additional natural light, second floor for its great views without too many steps to start their vacation (they stay here, too!) and the complex with all of its amenities. After picking the perfect condo - they selected everything personally to make it ready for guests, the way they would want a place to be in the locations that they visit. Attention to detail and guest comfort was considered with every selection.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests