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The Paunchy Pelican- Beach bungalow with stunning ocean views and huge deck just steps away from the beach

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Tranquil vibes resonate in the cozy allure of this inviting lounge
Cooking becomes a pleasure in this well-appointed kitchen retreat
Stylish sanctuary, detailed on the floor plan of this king-sized bedroom
Nature's embrace, the essence of this tranquil living room
BeachBox guests receive special discounts on a variety of local businesses

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Jamaica Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Palm Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Broadway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

+2
6 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Paunchy Pelican- Beach bungalow with stunning ocean views and huge deck just steps away from the beach

Beachfront bliss awaits! Just steps from the sand (walk it in under a minute!). Our spacious 4 bedroom 3 bathroom, The Paunchy Pelican, offers the perfect relaxation haven for families and friends. Unwind on the large screened porch, breathe in the fresh sea air, and enjoy quality time with your loved ones. Perfect for creating unforgettable memories on your beach getaway!

Location: Jamaica Beach community of Galveston, Texas

Beach access: The home is less than a minute walk from the community beach access point! Cars and golf carts are also allowed to park on the beach.

Community Amenities: Guests have access to the Jamaica Beach community pool (open Memorial Day thru Labor Day - $5 per person) and city park.

Rent BeachBox: Looking for beach gear for your Galveston getaway? We have you covered! Beach chairs and tents can be ready at the house upon your arrival. Message us for details and rates.

WIFI: Free high-speed WIFI is available throughout the home.

Cable: We provide Roku with access to Sling TV for live television channels. Guests are welcome to log into their own Amazon Prime, Netflix, or other streaming service apps as well.

Pet policy: Up to 3 pets are welcome in our home with a $25 fee per pet. We ask that pets stay off all furniture, are cleaned up after in the yard, and aren't left alone inside the home unless in a crate or kennel. Please message us if you’re planning on bringing your furry friend!

Parking: There is room for 4 cars in the driveway.

Party Policy: No parties are allowed at our home. Please look elsewhere if that is the intent of your trip.

Age Requirement: Guests must be 24+ to book.

The Paunchy Pelican offers a relaxed beach vibe with plenty of space for families or groups. Step inside and discover a comfortable living area with an open floor plan. Whip up meals in the well-equipped kitchen with breakfast bar seating, while others gather around the large dining table. After a full day of fun, unwind in the living room and watch your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV – all while enjoying calming ocean views.

Sleeping arrangements are flexible, catering to groups of various sizes. One room features a king-size bed, another a queen, and a third offers a full-over-full bunk bed with a twin trundle for additional sleeping space. The fourth room is a haven for kids or larger groups, with two sets of triple twin bunks, offering a total of 6 twin beds. Two full bathrooms keep mornings running smoothly in this home.

Head outside and breathe in the fresh air on the spacious front porch, where stunning Gulf views greet you. After a day of beach adventures, unwind in the downstairs screen room. This covered space is perfect for shared meals, board games, or simply relaxing with loved ones while enjoying the coastal breeze.

We are unable to price match any rates found on other booking platforms.

STR22-00231

House Rules:
- Guests must be 24+ to book the property.
- One-night stays must be approved.
- Quiet hours are from 10pm-8am.
- Any damages to the house or property during your stay will result in a deduction or additional charge for the resulting repair/replacement cost.
- All pets must be approved by our team, stay off of all furniture, be cleaned up after in the yard, and not left alone inside the home unless in a kennel.
- No parking allowed on lawns, yards, empty grass lots or other neighbors’ driveways, even if their home appears unoccupied.
- Oversized vehicles/trailers are not permitted unless explicit approval has been received from our team.
- Do not turn the AC below 70 degrees. If you do, you will risk the AC unit freezing up, requiring it to thaw out which will result in the home getting extremely warm.
- Should an eviction occur due to breaking house rules (noise ordinance violations, excessive guests and/or vehicles beyond the agreed amount), there will be an $850 fine.

Property manager

BeachBox Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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Smoking is not permitted

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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 STR22-00231

About the area

Galveston

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Jamaica Beach, a neighbourhood in Galveston. Galveston Seawall is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Broadway and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center. 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

  • Jamaica Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palm Beach - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Broadway - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Pirate's Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mario's Pizza Pirates Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hummel's General Store & Deli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Paunchy Pelican- Beach bungalow with stunning ocean views and huge deck just steps away from the beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Paunchy Pelican- Beach bungalow with stunning ocean views and huge deck just steps away from the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is The Paunchy Pelican- Beach bungalow with stunning ocean views and huge deck just steps away from the beach located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach. Broadway and Indian Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lyndi D.

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

Great spot for a beach vacay

Beautiful views and easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shonda R.

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

Spring break getaway

A nice relaxing getaway with terrific views..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahera B.

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

Galveston Getaway

The property was nice, and it's just off the beach. My young nephews loved the bunk room!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

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

Perfect home on the beach!

Our family of 8 enjoyed our stay here. Our teenager enjoyed his own room, our twin boys and 3 girls loved the bunk beds! Easy walk to the beach and we loved the balcony dining with a beach view!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kodie H.

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

Work trip gone right!

My virtual team picked this location to meet up in person and the location and space were everything we needed! Plenty of space to not feel on top of each other and far enough away from the hustle and bustle of Galveston to have relaxation!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

teresa g.

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

Perfect getaway

This is our fourth time to stay here, sometimes just us and sometimes with additional family members, and we wouldn’t consider staying anywhere else. The home is inviting, very comfortable and beautifully decorated. The kitchen is very well appointed for dining in or on the large, upstairs deck-plenty of seating for all in either space. I particularly love that bathrooms have enough towel racks and/or hooks for each person’s towel. The location is perfect-literally a very short walk to the beach and a beautiful, unobstructed view of the ocean from the upstairs deck. We love it here!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

travis m.

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

Travis

Great location, very clean property. Greatly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Absolutely loved it!!!

Very impressed with how big the house actually is on the inside I think I fell in love with how much room there was in the kitchen!!! Fixed a dinner for our family that lives in Houston and spent the day at the beach lovely weather!! We will definitely be returning!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Perfect Beach Getaway!

The Paunchy Pelican is the perfect beach getaway for families or groups!The home is spacious, ultra clean, and the furnishings and decor are really comfortable, cozy, peaceful, and make you feel right at home while knowing you're away from it all.Our family loved that there were plenty of beds, the kitchen was well-appointed, there's plenty of beach gear available, and the check out process was super easy.Most importantly you are one block off the beach, you can see the water from house, and Jamaica Beach is far enough out of Galveston that you don't feel any kind of crowdedness - it is really peaceful. But you are still close enough to take easy advantage of restaurants, shopping, etc. in town.We loved our stay and know you will too!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

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

Great place!

Stayed here while we came to Galveston to attend the Polar Express. Plenty of room for our family. Very clean. Loved the view of the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crosbie M.

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

Relaxing beach house

The house was in the best location. The ocean views were amazing. We enjoyed the close walk to the beach. We loved the quiet neighborhood. Such a peaceful stay! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

fun with our family close to the beach

my family and I loved this house, it was second row to the beach and the area felt safe and inviting. we did not have any problems with the house during our stay and this might be our new favorite in Jamaica Beach area for a quick get away
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley S.

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

Great home. Great location

This was a great home in a great location. A minute walk to the beach. Amazing ocean views. Good restaurants really close and the strand was only a 15 min drive. We had a great time. We loved our stay. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca W.

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

Relaxing family time right near the beach

So happy we found a house near the beach, so much better than a hotel! Loved being right near the beach. Porch was relaxing for us and kids loved the bunk beds. The outdoor shower was also nice so we didn't drag a bunch of sand in. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur S.

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

Heaven found

There is nothing more relaxing than a cool breeze with the sound of seagulls in the distance. Everything was clean, in great shape and very enjoyable. This is a rental that we will keep on our list.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lupe S.

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

Cozy and close to the beach

My family loved this home. We do not get to come to Galveston often, so finding a cute home so near the beach was a win! You never know what you are going to get, but this home was cute, clean, and made for a relaxing time away from the craziness of the East end of the island. We will be back! Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

relaxing place near the beach

10 out of 10! We all loved staying at this place It was second row to the beach and had great views of the beach which is what we wanted. The home was clean and they did provide towels and a fully stocked kitchen which was nice so we did not have to bring as much or buy extra stuff we did not really need. The host was super responsive and answered all of our questions on what was good to eat around here, lol. Thanks, we would stay again for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Emile A.

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

Could use a deep clean

First the good. Large layout with plenty of comfortable beds and privacy for 2 families with kids. Close to the beach, seating for plenty & most furnishings were nice (others very dated).The not so good. The entire house had 1 TV, it was in the family area & it was broke with a line going through the screen at intervals. While the kitchen was well stocked, we found many dirty dishes put away in the cabinets. No scrub brush or dish soap in kitchen may be why so many dirty dishes were left? Mold in shower, a roach crawling in another shower, no bathroom toiletries, heavy wear on all the shower surfaces. Master bathroom had a blinking light fixture so you had to either be in the dark or deal with on/off flickering at night.Needs a thorough and deep clean. The AC was not working but a repair person showed up unannounced and it was alarming. I wanted to love the house and it had a ton of potential but just it felt neglected, especially for price.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Darren C.

Liked: Location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by BeachBox Vacation Rentals

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