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Ocean Views & Steps to Car-Free Beach

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A room with a view of a wooden deck, a chair, and a table.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a toaster, and a kettle.
A coastal residential area with houses, a clear sky, and the ocean in the background.
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a black leather couch, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Jamaica Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Laundry room
  • Microwave
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Jamaica Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Indian Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island State Park Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

About this property

Ocean Views & Steps to Car-Free Beach

The Skipper is a bright yellow Gulf Coast beach home on stilts, offering stunning ocean views and direct access to a quiet, car-free beach. This second-row retreat comfortably sleeps 6 guests, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, spacious deck, and outdoor shower. Enjoy a peaceful escape just 20 mins from Galveston's attractions, with a grocery store next door. Perfect for families, couples or small groups seeking a relaxing beach getaway.

Inside, the open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area keeps your group connected, all while offering stunning ocean views. This comfortable home sleeps up to 6 guests across two bedrooms with three queen beds. Whether you're cooking a meal, watching a movie, or playing a game, you'll find everything you need for a relaxing coastal getaway.

Key Features:
• Spacious deck to watch and listen to the sea.
• Easy Beach access across the street.
• Beach extras: body boards, beach toys, beach chairs.
• A fully equipped kitchen, ready for entertaining.
• A BBQ grill for easy outdoor meals.
• Cozy living area with a 55" Roku Smart TV, DVD player, board games, and a small library.
• Family Extras: Board Games, Puzzles, DVDs, Books, Toys.
• An outdoor shower with hot and cold water for rinsing off after a day in the sand.
• Convenient in-unit washer and dryer.

• Best for up to 5 adults (plus children). We've hosted many happy parties of six adults, but with one bathroom and our seating layout, up to five adults is the sweet spot.
• Single-story home and lower to the ground than most beach houses. The outdoor stairway is open-air but partially covered by the roof overhang.
• Limited infant gear — the home is not set up for babies. The house guide has local equipment rental info.
• Checkout chores — guests are asked to handle a few light tasks to help us turnover quickly and keep costs down. You can opt out for a small fee we send to our cleaners.
• Wi-Fi is provided via cable internet. We can't guarantee third-party signal quality, though it is generally reliable.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

We ask guests to load and start the dishwasher since it takes so long to run a cycle. Please leave additional and last minute dishes for us to hand wash.

We ask guests to leave used beds unmade. We also ask guests to leave used towels on the floor or hanging so we can easily ID them. We wash linens and towels off-site.

We take care of the trash and the bins,

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR07874
Property # 1838111vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and popular attractions include Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center and Magic Carpet Golf are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Jamaica Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Indian Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 33 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Port of Galveston - 42 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Way West Grill And Pizzeria - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Views & Steps to Car-Free Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Views & Steps to Car-Free Beach?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Views & Steps to Car-Free Beach on 19 Jan 2027 start from AU$700, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Ocean Views & Steps to Car-Free Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Views & Steps to Car-Free Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Views & Steps to Car-Free Beach located?

Located in West End, this holiday home is steps from Jamaica Beach and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Galveston Island Beaches. Indian Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our time here at the Skipper was great. The host was very nice and checking in to make sure things were good. Very clean, and comfortable. Weather was great for a few days, Wednesday it rained all day, so it was a day of relaxing... overall, we really enjoyed our time together and beach time
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very helpful. Entire stay was easy, comfortable and super convenient to a great stretch of beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway location with access to beach. The beach is not crowded at all, good bit away from the main strip of Galveston. Good restaurants and stores nearby. Owner was very communicative and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was super responsive.The stilt cottage was perfect for our stay.It was perfectly stocked and cleaner than clean. We hope to return sometime soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

Nice stay in a good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful! Host is great with communication
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Beach Retreat

We had a wonderful time. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful clean property! Excellent hosts! Great with communication and everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We loved the stay. There is a restaurant and a market just behind the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2020
So glad you had a great time. We would love for you to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so welcoming. He checked on us several times to see if we needed anything. Loved the access to rhe beach. Lovely beach housr!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communications with host easy and effective. We had very bad weather just prior to our stay and host reached out to keep let us know. Easy access to house for check in. All in all, a very good stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring break

Short spring break/birthday for my son loved the house and the owners were great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun time at the beach

Cute place, very well outfitted, they take good care of guests
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our weekend getaway. The house was organized and well stocked. The A/C worked great! The owners were very accommodating and easy to contact.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Skipper beach house is a very nice “Just the right size” place. My family and I truly loved the location, size, and cleanliness of the beach house! Just a short walk to the beach! So nice to have everything we needed in the kitchen, and bathrooms! Bedrooms are nice, and mattresses are comfy! Will rent again next vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary Trip

We stayed at the Skipper for our 40th anniversary. The house was very nice, clean and comfortable. You could see the beach and ocean while sitting outside or inside which were great. The host kept in contact making sure we had everything we needed. The house is great for a couple to stay or a small family. We really enjoyed our stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place with great hosts

Cute and comfortable house with incredible view of the water. Kitchen was well stocked, good sized bathroom and hosts were so helpful and attentive. Very quiet area. Also everything you need for a day at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Location

Nice place but the drive-way needs a run-off route, foot deep and yard saterated .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
The City of Galveston is looking into adding drainage to our side of the road. The study for the project was just recently completed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was welcoming and very clean. Lots of little touches and items that were extremely appreciated such as coffee, soaps, use of washer and drier and spices. We do hope to return some day. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and private

This adorable cottage has everything you’ll need for a fun and relaxing stay at the shore. The charming decor, well-equipped kitchen and excellent communication with the owners made our stay comfortable and worry-free. The neighborhood is quiet but not too far away from all the attractions of the area. I’d come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Skipper

Our stay was brief, but we enjoyed our trip as well as the house. The house was clean and well stocked, air-conditioning was superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice getaway

This is our second time to stay here. The property is clean and had everything we needed. It is just a quick walk over to the beach. The owners were very quick to respond and made sure we did not need anything. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very communicative and didn't require many clean-up tasks. I was worried that not being directly on the ocean front would be a major downside but you could still see and hear it anytime you wanted. You can drive right to the beach and park for free with all your stuff. The host had beach chairs, towels, boogie boards - pretty much everything you need for a nice relaxing beach day. I would stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close to the Beach

This was a great “close to the beach” house. Just a short walk down the road and you’re ready for the waves. The hosts were super attentive and even checked on us a couple times. Makes you feel like you’re more than just a rental fee. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

The property was so clean. We had everything we needed. There is a restaurant (Nate’s) and a grocery store (Seven Seas) within walking distance. That was really nice for those days we didn’t want to drive down Seawall. The hosts had beach towels and beach chairs available. It also has a very nice washer and dryer. It was so nice to be able to sit out front every day and see the ocean. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Maria Moore

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What makes this property unique

• Ocean Views Indoors & Out – Enjoy beach and water views from the living room, dining area, kitchen, and deck — no need to go looking for them.
• Steps to a Car-Free Beach – A short walk across the street reaches a peaceful, pedestrian-only beach. No cars, no chaos. On your return, rinse off at the outdoor hot/cold shower.
• Fully Equipped Kitchen – Dishwasher, full-size fridge, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender, and more. Cook for the whole crew.
• 2 Bedrooms · 3 Queen Beds · Sleeps 6
• • Primary: 1 queen + Roku TV
• • Large bedroom: 2 queens
• Comfortable Living Area – 55" Roku Smart TV, DVD player, board games, and a small book/movie library.
• Full-Size Washer & Dryer – Pack light.
• Free Wi-Fi + Streaming – Roku-enabled TVs in living room and bedroom. Bring your subscriptions.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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