10/10 Excellent
Krishna D.
24 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely stay
Krishna D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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Private waterfront studio in Artists' home that was featured in Coast magazine!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Private waterfront studio in Artists' home that was featured in Coast magazine!
Sunny San Leon is a peninsula that juts out into Galveston Bay. This small bayside community is located 14 miles North of Galveston Island, 10 miles South of Kemah Waterfront and 33 miles South of Houston. You will be right around the corner from Topwater Grill, known for its fresh fish and fishing tournaments, award winning restaurant Gilhooley’s, repeatedly voted “best smoked oysters in the Bay Area, and Pier 6 Seafood and Oyster House, a chef-driven waterfront seafood and oyster bar located directly on Galveston Bay. The neighborhood also features locally owned and operated Railean’s Distillery featuring tasting tours and souvineer shot glass, Sunset Lounge fishing pier, and Eagle Point Fishing Camp for fresh and frozen bait and other fishing supplies.
This one room studio has a private entrance and is on the ground level of an artist's home that was featured in Coast magazine. There is a fully equipped kitchen which includes a stove, microwave, and stainless steel refrigerator with ice-maker. The space includes a queen size bed, a sectional sofa, an original Cushman paddle-arm sofa, and a comfy mid-century modern chair paired with a genuine, previously owned Mason’s ottoman from the 1940s. Internet access and a large screen tv with Netflix, Amazon Prime, PLEX and Roku as well as a vintage formica dining room table that seats four, completes the furnishings.
A private bathroom with a hand painted ceramic sink and tiled shower is stocked with fresh towels. This studio features stained concrete floors, custom wood shutters and an individually remote controlled ac/heater unit. From every window, there is an unobstructed view of Galveston Bay. Many lounge chairs provide a perfect spot to watch the pelicans, blue herons and seagulls that live at the water's edge as working shrimp boats and various pleasure crafts dot the horizon. An outdoor gas grill, table and cushioned chairs provides a waterfront cooking and dining spot. A waterfront fire pit at the property’s edge offers a place to roast marshmallow or simply gaze at the moon and the stars as they reflect off of Galveston Bay. A street-side electric fireplace and sectional seating area provides additional seating options.
If your needs include additional space, the remaining 2nd and 3rd level of the home can be leased to accommodates another 4 adults.
Please note that the second and third level of this home are separately leased. To check availability: https://www.vrbo.com/2441551?noDates=true&unitId=3009340
This one room studio has a private entrance and is on the ground level of an artist's home that was featured in Coast magazine. There is a fully equipped kitchen which includes a stove, microwave, and stainless steel refrigerator with ice-maker. The space includes a queen size bed, a sectional sofa, an original Cushman paddle-arm sofa, and a comfy mid-century modern chair paired with a genuine, previously owned Mason’s ottoman from the 1940s. Internet access and a large screen tv with Netflix, Amazon Prime, PLEX and Roku as well as a vintage formica dining room table that seats four, completes the furnishings.
A private bathroom with a hand painted ceramic sink and tiled shower is stocked with fresh towels. This studio features stained concrete floors, custom wood shutters and an individually remote controlled ac/heater unit. From every window, there is an unobstructed view of Galveston Bay. Many lounge chairs provide a perfect spot to watch the pelicans, blue herons and seagulls that live at the water's edge as working shrimp boats and various pleasure crafts dot the horizon. An outdoor gas grill, table and cushioned chairs provides a waterfront cooking and dining spot. A waterfront fire pit at the property’s edge offers a place to roast marshmallow or simply gaze at the moon and the stars as they reflect off of Galveston Bay. A street-side electric fireplace and sectional seating area provides additional seating options.
If your needs include additional space, the remaining 2nd and 3rd level of the home can be leased to accommodates another 4 adults.
Please note that the second and third level of this home are separately leased. To check availability: https://www.vrbo.com/2441551?noDates=true&unitId=3009340
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Waterfront property not suitable for children
Events
No events allowed
No visitors permitted on property
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
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
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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 first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Dickinson
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in San Leon, a neighbourhood in Dickinson. Kemah Boardwalk is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit NASA Johnson Space Center and Space Center Houston. Dickinson Historic Railroad Center and Bay Area Raceway are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
San Leon, TX
What's nearby
- Houston Methodist Clear Lake - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
- Kemah Lighthouse District - 15 min drive - 16.3 km
- Kemah Lighthouse - 16 min drive - 17.0 km
- Kemah Boardwalk - 16 min drive - 17.0 km
- Clear Lake - 17 min drive - 18.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pacific Seafood - 4 min drive
- Gilhooley's Restaurant & Oyster Bar - 3 min drive
- Noah's Ark - 9 min drive
- Shaved Ice Snow Cones - 9 min drive
- Topwater Grill - 15 min walk
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly A.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
Kimberly A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
cathy s.
24 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary get a way
cathy s.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chuck R.
18 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and refreshing
Chuck R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
John Dale C.
16 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming place
John Dale C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
David U.
4 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great experience
David U.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kendrick G.
6 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation Paradise
Kendrick G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy T., Kennedale, Texas
23 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
Amy T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christie G.
13 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sea side rest
Christie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jesse G.
4 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Studio 101 has become a favorite!
Jesse G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie S.
7 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway!
Julie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Nancy G.
24 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Time Away
Nancy G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
marlene m.
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bucketlist
marlene m.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill B.
16 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable getaway
Jill B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charon M.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised
Charon M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sunshine H.
9 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Artist studio
Sunshine H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Reagan M.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute
Reagan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher C.
16 July 2018
Water Front
Christopher C.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Adrienne R.
15 Nov 2018
Excellent choice
Adrienne R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie A.
30 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Weekend Getaway
Stefanie A.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jeremiah B.
20 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Down by the bay
Jeremiah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maureen R.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!!
Maureen R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard-Theresa S., Tyler
20 Sept 2018
Great Ambiance, Great Views, Great Relaxation
Richard-Theresa S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
K A., Lincoln
15 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't wait to go back!
K A.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
james b.
28 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seafood junkies would love it.
james b.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
About the host
Hosted by Cathy Brown
Honestly, we are pretty much old hippies who enjoyed making this home our slice of heaven from 30 years of living on the property and refining every detail. Both of us have art pieces installed throughout Galveston County, from mosaic murals to stained glass lamps, from wind-driven sculpture pieces of rotating fish tales to the aluminum fish outside of Fisherman's Wharf restaurant.
We raised our son and daughter here, fixed things up in the wake of Hurricane Ike, added on the 2nd and 3rd level, grew old, survived cancer, lost body parts and sprouted gray hair. We watched the landscape of San Leon change over the last three decades, becoming a haven for Houstonians with enough disposable income to purchase second homes on the waterfront, install pools and piers and in some cases, change the landscape with their attitudes and feelings of entitlement.
Our home was built in 1962 and has survived every tropical storm, hurricane, and near-miss since then. The original ceilings feature 20' long wooden beams and was about 500' feet in total when we purchased it in 1992, moments prior to the birth of our daughter. A few 15 months later her brother joined her. Our daughter is an accomplished artist that attended MICA on a full scholarship and majored in Sculpture, following in her father's footsteps. Look around the house - her works adorn the walls and shelves. Our son is an accomplished musician who makes a living with his UT Engineering degree. Both adults, they left this home in their rear view mirrors long ago.
We decided to rent for several reasons....for practical reason, to pay for the ever-increasing property taxes, the rising flood, homeowners and windstorm insurance premiums, and to hopefully retire one day. But really, mostly to share this little spot on the bay with others. To show-case our Creator's works of arts, not ours. The water, the sun, the birds, the dolphins, the moon when its full, sparkling on the waters of Galveston Bay. Enjoy......
We raised our son and daughter here, fixed things up in the wake of Hurricane Ike, added on the 2nd and 3rd level, grew old, survived cancer, lost body parts and sprouted gray hair. We watched the landscape of San Leon change over the last three decades, becoming a haven for Houstonians with enough disposable income to purchase second homes on the waterfront, install pools and piers and in some cases, change the landscape with their attitudes and feelings of entitlement.
Our home was built in 1962 and has survived every tropical storm, hurricane, and near-miss since then. The original ceilings feature 20' long wooden beams and was about 500' feet in total when we purchased it in 1992, moments prior to the birth of our daughter. A few 15 months later her brother joined her. Our daughter is an accomplished artist that attended MICA on a full scholarship and majored in Sculpture, following in her father's footsteps. Look around the house - her works adorn the walls and shelves. Our son is an accomplished musician who makes a living with his UT Engineering degree. Both adults, they left this home in their rear view mirrors long ago.
We decided to rent for several reasons....for practical reason, to pay for the ever-increasing property taxes, the rising flood, homeowners and windstorm insurance premiums, and to hopefully retire one day. But really, mostly to share this little spot on the bay with others. To show-case our Creator's works of arts, not ours. The water, the sun, the birds, the dolphins, the moon when its full, sparkling on the waters of Galveston Bay. Enjoy......
Why they chose this property
This property may not be for you. There are other choices close by that cost less, that have piers and pools, that are newer, and bigger. Honestly, we all work hard for our money, and our time-off is valuable, precious, and short-lived. You have to chose wisely when spending your valuable resources in exchange for a weekend away.
What this property does offer are sweeping views of the water, from every nook and cranny of the property. It has to do with how the home is situated, a decision that was made in 1962 by the wife of the couple who built it, someone I never met. It has to do with the lot, plopped on the dead end of the street that affords views to the right and the left and straight ahead. You can see the ship channel traffic and the cruise ships on their journey, the pleasure boats heading to TopWater Grill for fresh seafood and cocktails, and the fishing boats anchored and fishing. You can see the working shrimp boats and oyster boats. You can hear the distinct squawk of the majestic blue herons, and the screech of the green parrots who build their nests alongside the transformers. At times, you can see dolphins and fish jumping. You can relax on private porches, balconies and decks that are as close to the water as you can get. You can gaze out from the 3rd level balcony where you are eye level with the passing brown pelicans. You can build a fire in the firepit while you hear the lapping of the tide, set your alarm to see the sun rise over the water without ever having to get dressed or put your shoes on. Even neighboring homeowners remark upon the unique placement of this property and the views....killer views. One of a kind, views. That's what this property provides. If that's what you're looking for, that's what we have to offer.
What this property does offer are sweeping views of the water, from every nook and cranny of the property. It has to do with how the home is situated, a decision that was made in 1962 by the wife of the couple who built it, someone I never met. It has to do with the lot, plopped on the dead end of the street that affords views to the right and the left and straight ahead. You can see the ship channel traffic and the cruise ships on their journey, the pleasure boats heading to TopWater Grill for fresh seafood and cocktails, and the fishing boats anchored and fishing. You can see the working shrimp boats and oyster boats. You can hear the distinct squawk of the majestic blue herons, and the screech of the green parrots who build their nests alongside the transformers. At times, you can see dolphins and fish jumping. You can relax on private porches, balconies and decks that are as close to the water as you can get. You can gaze out from the 3rd level balcony where you are eye level with the passing brown pelicans. You can build a fire in the firepit while you hear the lapping of the tide, set your alarm to see the sun rise over the water without ever having to get dressed or put your shoes on. Even neighboring homeowners remark upon the unique placement of this property and the views....killer views. One of a kind, views. That's what this property provides. If that's what you're looking for, that's what we have to offer.
What makes this property unique
Quiet, private, scenic, relaxing - a real opportunity to get away from it all. If you like looking around at stuff, this is your place. Because we both express ourselves thru making things with our hands, and enjoy repurposing things and saving items from the landfill, our home and property offers endless discovery. Its all in the details, from the somewhat troubled award winning art pieces left behind by our daughter, to the hand-made doors fashioned from abandoned pier planks, you can walk around and potentially not see everything. My dad's level adorns a windowsill, his hand saw decorates a wall, and the singletree from his childhood Pennsylvania farm hangs over the kitchen window. It's homage to a wonderful man, husband and provider whose life should be showcased. Hand sculpted clay people form a tribe on the kitchen shelves. A larger than life puppet head and hands from an art performance frames the tv, and stained glass windows with sea glass and rondels are framed with tile from an old barn. If this sounds like your kind of place, we can promise you will leave inspired, or at the very least, entertained. This is not just a gem on the bay, its more like an immersive experience...cobbled together over 30 years of life. An "I Spy" environment of sorts. Can you find "Envy" a clay sculpture whose expression speaks volumes, or "Skin Deep" a piece made of hand torn tar paper, in response to a skin cancer diagnosis, or the 6 pack of Billy Beer, or the Medusa fountain that cries. And when its time to turn your gaze to the skies, the sun, the moon, the stars, the planets....you can see that too.
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