Snowbird Friendly home, kitchen with pass-through bar - large backyard, dogs OK - Galveston

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Very good

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10117.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Galveston, TX

Galveston Seawall
‪6 min walk‬
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
‪10 min walk‬
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
‪3 min drive‬
Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Snowbird Friendly home, kitchen with pass-through bar - large backyard, dogs OK

Castaway Cottage

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This alluring home is great for the whole family to gather and make memories, with a well-decorated interior and a full kitchen with a pass-through bar. The living area has a flatscreen TV and cable for everyone to enjoy, while the back deck boasts a picnic table and a grill for summertime BBQs. At the end of the day, the cozy front porch is the perfect place to kick back with your favorite drink.

What's nearby:

This home is located just a couple of blocks from the Seawall and beach. The famous Pleasure Pier rides and entertainment are less than half a mile away, as well as a local float pool & patio bar. You can also rent a bike to explore the local dining and souvenir shops that surround the area.

Things to know:

Free WiFi

Snowbirds welcome!

Two small Dogs are welcome

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas

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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 25 lbs each.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number GVR04228

About the area

Galveston

Located in Kempner Park, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. 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 Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Galveston, TX

What's nearby

Galveston Seawall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Port of Galveston - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
Galveston Island Convention Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Spot - ‬3 min walk
‪Bubba Gump Shrimp Co - ‬11 min walk
‪Wendy's - ‬11 min walk
‪Fish Tales - Galveston - ‬9 min walk
‪Brick House Tavern + Tap - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Snowbird Friendly home, kitchen with pass-through bar - large backyard, dogs OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Snowbird Friendly home, kitchen with pass-through bar - large backyard, dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Snowbird Friendly home, kitchen with pass-through bar - large backyard, dogs OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Snowbird Friendly home, kitchen with pass-through bar - large backyard, dogs OK located?

Located in Kempner Park, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.0

Very good

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7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

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8/10 Good

Raymona H.

18 July 2024

Great Location

We chose this house due to its location and access to two bathrooms, which were both great! The furniture in the main area is weathered, but functional. We loved the fenced front and back yards for our dog. The neighborhood is nice and feels safe. This is an older home, but kept up nicely. The kitchen had most of the items needed to cook and grill. The coffee maker is a drip one, so make sure to bring grounds, it was nice to find filters and sugar were provided. If the living/dining room furniture and back bedroom bed frame were upgraded, this house would be a 5.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

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6/10 Okay

Megan S.

27 April 2024

Within walking distance to Pier and other local restaurants and businesses.

Nice older home with all the basic needs. Quiet neighbors and the street doesn’t get a ton of traffic.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

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2/10 Terrible

Christopher W.

6 October 2023

Don’t let the pictures and cute exterior fool you…

The place was cute…. But THAT is ALL it has! There is so much broken and falling apart furniture in here that it should be shut down as a safety hazard until EVERYTHING inside is replaced! The bed in the second bedroom literally COLLAPSED under my daughter when she laid down in it the first night we were there… we found it to have been repaired MULTIPLE times and even being held together BY COAT HANGERS! The clothes washer is broken and with mold all inside it. There are electric plugs hanging from the wall. Cabinets hang open with no way to keep them closed exposing chemicals, tools and other hazards to kids and animals. The floor hasn’t been cleaned more than sweeping in ages… walked through it in my white socks and they were BLACK after 30 minutes!! The beds have the most uncomfortable mattresses on them as well, but that is something I face most anywhere, so THAT can slide. Only ONE of the THREE T.V.s worked in the house with us moving it to the living room and putting it in front of non-working main T.V..

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Paola E.

4 October 2023

The house was great! The house had everything we needed. When we arrived, the house was clean and...

The house was great! The house had everything we needed. When we arrived, the house was clean and ready to receive us. The house is a six-minute walk from the beach. Everything is close by so you don't have to drive much. There are many excellent restaurants nearby. My family and I enjoyed our vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

9 July 2023

Enjoyed!

Older place, so some standard things you would expect, but well maintained. Enjoyed the stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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6/10 Okay

Lavita S.

7 July 2023

Pros and Cons

We really loved the location of the beach house. It was two blocks away from the seawall and really closed to Pleasure Isle. There were some inconveniences, but that is to be expected at a place where so many people stay. There were some issues with the furnishings. Carly/rug that was curled up and was easy to trip over it. There was a broken chair on front porch, the coffee pot did not work (I had to go by one, which I took home with me the worst inconvenience was the washer did not work, so we weren’t able to wash any clothes, other than than these, it was okay. Hopefully we can find a better one next year,

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Brooke

4 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

The property was not as nice as the pictures. The coffee maker was broken, the Front porch chair was broken, the washer didn't work and rolled-up rugs on the floor were tripping hazards.

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

3 June 2023

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

Very convenient

This house is cute, roomy, and very close to the beach. There were several small issues that would have been nice to know about ahead of time. The first issue we had was getting the front door to lock from the outside. My advice is to test it as soon as you check in. We were delayed to dinner our first night 30 minutes trying to get someone to tell us how to get the door locked. (Just pushing the button on the outside was not working.). The coffee pot does not work at all, so bring instant, or your own coffee pot. The ice maker is not operational. There are 2 ice trays, so plan on purchasing ice, as well. There were only a couple of washcloths, so you will need to bring your own if you need more than 4 washcloths for your stay. (None of these issues would have changed my mind in staying here, but it would have been good information to know up front so I could have prepared for them.) There are plenty of beds and they are very comfortable. There are puzzles and games at the house to enjoy during the evenings. The backyard is quite large with 2 large tables and a propane grill (just bring all utensils yourself for grilling).

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Iqbal Z.

2 June 2023

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Terrible experience - kitchen flooded

Started with Laundry washer not working. When we complained a guy came and said he cannot he cannot fix it, he’s just a regular maintenance guy but will send a technician. The technician never came. Then dishwasher in the kitchen flooded with water all over the place. Almost all towels went in the drying the kitchen floor. When we called they said it’s an emergency as is it is flooding issue and someone should be there. No one came. The garbage disposal button got stuck with water in the sink filled. We complained. No one came. All our experience was calling, complaining, sending text messages and waiting for someone to arrive. I wish I could post some pictures which we took.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Leticia G.

17 March 2023

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

Castaway vacation

The home is lovely. Plenty of room for 8 people - 2 adullts, 2 teen boys, and 4 kiddos 5-8. The only complaint is there are no.instructions on how to contact manager/host with a problem. But, overall we had a great time, felt safe letting little ones play in back yard, and It was an easy walk to restaurants, beach and entertainment-- just minutes away walking. There was no need to take car and worry about parking.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

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8/10 Good

Andrea J.

31 December 2022

Great location!

Great location, close to the beach and yummy restaurants. Backyard was great for the dog! The kids loved the swing out back too. It was a little quirky and old, some of the walls were dirty, but it was great for our family needs.

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6/10 Okay

Indeok A O.

14 December 2022

Great location

Close to everything you need, restaurants, beach, and Pleasure Pier!

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8/10 Good

Alejandro P.

12 November 2022

Galveston 2022

The house was great very comfortable. Only issue was the door knobs some were loose and at times they were hard to open. We did find some ants in the bathroom and kitchen by the microwave. But the home was very well kept and would definitely stay again if available next year if we decided to spend time at the beach.

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6/10 Okay

Jean M.

18 October 2022

Castaway Cottage Galveston

Great location, nice kitchen, comfortable beds. Some dining room chairs can’t be used because they are falling apart and the dining room rug is a trip hazard. No instructions on how to work internet TV and very limited channels. Kudos to David who spent two hours getting the TV to work. Great guy. Never able to use TV again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Veronica R.

4 August 2022

Great Location!

We loved the location. It is walking distance to restaurants, bars, the pier and the beach.

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8/10 Good

Laura P.

4 August 2022

Perfect location

We loved the location of this home! It was in walking distance to the beach, restaurants, Pleasure Pier and more!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

18 June 2022

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

Great location, comfortable house

We booked this property for two families to share. The location and layout were perfect, with plenty of space for two families. Our kids shared the bunk room which sleeps four. There were a number of lightbulbs out in the living areas and a few things that needed some maintenance. After emails through the Vacasa app went unanswered we called the property manager and someone arrived within an hour to replace bulbs , fix a broken door handle and replace a missing remote. This quick response as a result of a phone call was much appreciated. We did feel that these were all things that housekeeping should be reporting back after each renter leaves however. The house was clean and well equipped, and just a five minute walk from the beach. We will rent this accommodation again for sure.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy R.

6 June 2022

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

Loved it!

It was a nice house and a great location!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Albert S.

16 May 2022

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

Great Location!

Great property! Only thing I had a concern with is that there are no smoke alarms or carbon monoxide detectors.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Sharalyn H.

1 May 2022

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

Simple but fantastic

House was comfortable and great location for what we needed it for. Xbob in living room did not work and the middle bedroom door knob was broken so we left the door open. We had nine guests, 5 adults and 4 children. We had plenty of room in this home.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

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10/10 Excellent

George C.

21 March 2022

Castaway Cottage

It was a very cool place to stay at. Very close to the beach and restaurants. The only thing i would recommend is having a broom available and some cleaning supplies. Other then that, it was a great place and will recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie l.

16 March 2022

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

Happiness

it was fun

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

11 March 2022

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

It great location near the beach and great restaurants. It was near the Pleasure Island Pier.

Our experience was lovely. Nice and quiet and beach was near the home. Walking distance from gas station and restaurant as well. 5min drive to nearest Kroger's Store for items. Everything to us was convenient and me and my family enjoyed ourselves. Thank you

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

bryan c.

21 February 2022

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

excellent value for location

easier than checking into a hotel , easy check in and comfy beds with a hot shower , all that is needed for a quick get away. would book again. ty

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

2/10 Terrible

Charles G.

7 August 2021

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Filthy

I had such high hopes for this stay. The photos of this property are beautiful, but looks can be deceiving. This place was dusty, musty and disgustingly filthy. There was food spilled down the wall by the bar, everything was coated in dust, the counters were gross, and while playing hide and seek, my kids found a pile of animal vomit under a bed. We did not bring an animal and we have no idea how long it had been there. The yard was over grown in the front and back so no one felt comfortable hanging out in the backyard. The smoke detector in the back room was hanging off the wall and inoperable. The middle bedrooms doorknob fell off while opening the door trying to retrieve a screaming baby. The front porch is obviously decaying and was very sketchy to stand on. Walls were gross and dirty. Upon arrival, the lock boxes where the keys were located would not open with either code. Both codes emailed to me were wrong, so we had to stand outside in the heat with a 5 month old baby for 45 minutes waiting to get inside. After paying $900 for 2 nights, I feel ripped off.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

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Galveston

What's nearby

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Reviews

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8/10 Good

Raymona H.

Great Location

Raymona H.

6/10 Okay

Megan S.

Within walking distance to Pier and other local restaurants and businesses.

Megan S.

2/10 Terrible

Christopher W.

Don’t let the pictures and cute exterior fool you…

Christopher W.

10/10 Excellent

Paola E.

The house was great! The house had everything we needed. When we arrived, the house was clean and...

Paola E.

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

Enjoyed!

Leah S.

6/10 Okay

Lavita S.

Pros and Cons

Lavita S.

6/10 Okay

Brooke

Brooke

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

Very convenient

Kristi H.

2/10 Terrible