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Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach

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Welcome to Seraphina By The Sea, your home-away-from-home in Galveston, TX.
The welcoming entrance is complete with cozy seating area.
The home is located 200 yards from the sandy beaches of the Gulf.
Beach views from the main deck.
The home is only a one minute walk from the dune walkover.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11161.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • San Luis Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sea Isle Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Luis Pass
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach

Seraphina By The Sea is located in a tranquil beachfront neighborhood on the West End of Galveston, Texas. Our island home is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac street with direct beach access by dune walkover. A mere two-minute leisurely stroll puts your toes in the sand and your mind at ease. Our beach is closed to vehicular traffic so you can let your little ones explore the wonders of nature without worry. Watch the sun rise over the Gulf and sink into the bay from Seraphina's elevated decks.

Seraphina By The Sea is a charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home decorated in a soothing coastal farmhouse style. The home has a beautifully decorated family room, well-stocked kitchen for the family chef, and ample seating around the expandable dining table and kitchen bar. The family room has a 65-inch 4K TV with surround sound and a media console stocked with games, books, and puzzles. A large deck with beach views has picnic tables for casual meals under the setting sun.

The main floor has a full bathroom, a bedroom with queen-size four-poster bed, and a playful bunk room for the kids. In the bunk room, several kid-friendly items such as a pack-n-play, high-chair, and infant tub are provided. A sleeper sofa in the family room rounds out the sleeping arrangements on the main floor.

Enjoy the luxurious primary bedroom encompassing the entire top floor complete with a spacious bathroom, plush king size bed, coffee bar, 65-inch 4K TV, and private deck with gulf and bay views.

On the ground level, there is a fenced-in yard, grill, picnic table, hammock, and additional seating. An outdoor shower with hot and cold water is a great spot to rinse off after a day on the beach. Sand toys, beach chairs, wagon, rolling cooler, and shade canopy are available for use.

Our community, Pointe San Luis, is a quiet single-family residential neighborhood. The community pool is located on the bayside and is an ideal spot to watch the sunset over West Bay. Take a morning jog or evening stroll along our pedestrian-only beach and marvel at the natural beauty of the dunes.

If you are interested in stays over two weeks, please send us an inquiry! We would be happy to provide a customized reservation with discounted mid-term rates for your stay.

Property manager

Michael and Kristin Barry
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
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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
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 GVR06262

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galveston

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston. Broadway is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and San Luis Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • San Luis Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Half Moon Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sea Isle Beach - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • San Luis Pass - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Jamaica Beach - 12 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪West End Marina - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Avery's Bayside Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sea Isle Fishing Pier - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this West End holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of San Luis Beach and Half Moon Beach. Terramar Beach and Sea Isle Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 47 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LaToya G.

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

Great getaway!

We booked as a quick family trip near the beach. The house was fantastic and the location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saphet T.

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

Great stay

We enjoyed the house. Had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne E.

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

Great stay

Checking in was seemless. Beds were very comfortable. Kitchen was very nice. Plenty of room for a big family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

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

Another Pleasant stay

Second time to stay here. Everything was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Great Location. Beautiful Home.

Repeat stay. Three minute walk to the PRIVATE beach. The house is beautiful and well equipped. The neighborhood is pretty and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Excellent Location

Our second visit. The house is beautiful, clean and well stocked. Three minute walk to the private beach which is peaceful and never crowded.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

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

Great stay

Great property with great location and responsive hosts. Quiet neighborhood with a very short walk to beach
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney B.

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

Wonderful retreat

Great house with easy, quick access to the beach. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esteban S.

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

Beautiful And Very Comfortable

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, close to beach, grandkids loved it, everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb O.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. We wanted a few days to relax and refresh. This property was everything we expected. A quick walk to the beach and we were in our happy place. The house is clean and comfortable, the neighborhood was quiet. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Great family friendly beach house

We had our elderly parents and our kids and grandkids. The house was well supplied for all ages and was easy walking distance to a pedestrian only beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

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

Great get away

Everything about the house is stunning, the house itself as well as the view. We all enjoyed it greatly even in the throws of a tropical storm!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Fantastic Beach House

Seraphina had everything we needed to enjoy our beach vacation. The house was perfect, especially if you have little children. Thank you for sharing your house, we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Todd W., League City, TX

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

Had everything we could want & more!

This property was located in the perfect spot withi n a short walking distance to the private beach which we really appreciated! The house was modern, very clean & had everything we wanted & needed as well as a bit more such as the beach chairs, umbrellas & beach cart to carry it all! We will definitely be returning to this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin F.

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

Great place for family stay

This property was exactly what we needed for our family vacation, particularly flying in for the visit. We have two kids under three, and it was SO nice to have a crib, bedrail, baby monitor, high chair, toys (beach and house), cups, plates, and even a potty training seat all available without having to pack it along. Proximity to the beach was perfect too, easy for the toddler to walk. Very quiet during our offseason visit. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana L.

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

Great home….True to Pics!

We had an absolute wonderful time at this Galveston home! The home is actually even better than the pics! No need to bring any items for the beach, bedrooms are larger than expected, outdoor living space is awesome, well supplied kitchen, short walk to beach, and the list goes on. We enjoyed every moment!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne E.

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

Perfect in every way

The house and location were perfect for a quiet spring break getaway. The house was immaculate and so comfortable. The owners thought of everything! We will stay here again for sure...and will only bring half of what we brought as it was so well stocked!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Beach Please

Great location, the house is nestled in a quiet little community. We had beach views from the deck and it was great sitting out in the evening while listening to the waves and watching a beautiful moon. Gorgeous home and the kitchen was well stocked with all of the needed kitchenware to prepare family meals. Definitely recommend this home and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Amazing and beautiful home

We had a wonderful time at Seraphina. Beautiful house in a quiet neighborhood just steps from the beach. Sad we had to leave but we will be sure to book again. 10/10 A++
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake B., Webster

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

Perfect location and amenities

The property was beautiful, best landscaping on the street. Numerous outdoor patio seating locations with child safety gates for all stair access. The garage has everything you need for a short walk to the beach, we appreciated the extra wagon and the rolling cooler tremendously. House was very nice with everything we needed for cooking and the mattresses were extremely comfortable. Owners answered all questions and concerns with very prompt responses. Would absolutely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hunter A.

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

Great location and beach access

My family (me + spouse + 1/4/6 yo) & my elderly parents stayed for 4 days/3 nights. The property is fantastic. You can walk out the door and down the stairs and beach on the beach within 3 minutes. The beach was sparsely populated as well which was a plus. They had pretty much anything you could need for the beach (chairs, cooler, umbrellas, wagon, toys) easily accessible. The home itself was decorated well and was extremely clean. They also have anything you would need for kids (cribs, pack n play, bumbo, toys, books, etc) which is a big plus. Normally we are low maintenance, but with my elderly parents we had to reach out for a few random reasons and the hosts would always respond promptly and with any answer we needed. Added bonus was the charcoal grill downstairs which we used for 2 of the 3 nights. If I had to be picky, I would say the only negative was the lack of food options around this part of the island and that is 100% not on our hosts :) great place and would def stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Fantastic home!

Great location, easy thirty min drive from Galveston, quaint neighborhood close to beach, nuce community pool across the street, home has a lot of nice "extras", like home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel R.

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

Perfect Place Made a Perfect Trip

This house had everything we needed for our family with four kids and two older parents. From catching the sunrise over the ocean on the decks, to the direct beach access, and kid friendly areas for the kids to run and play, this properties location was perfect in every way. Hosts were on top of every detail and communication was never lacking. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Quite beach get away

This is a great location for a quiet family beach getaway. The location is at the far southern point of the island with super easy access to the beach. Really lovely home for a family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose G.

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

Wonderful week for the entire family

We have a blended family with 5 children ranging in age from 4 to 16. This wonderful home offered plenty of indoor and outdoor space for everyone to have a wonderful time. The amenities / supplies were perfect and the monitor for the bunk bed room proved valuable. The proximity to the beach was perfect and the outdoor shower and seating on the deck was perfect for evening snacks and early morning cereal or coffee. We will definitely make this our go to place for family visits to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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