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5 bedrooms 4+ bathrooms Sleeps 22 237 sq m
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Galveston, TX
- Sea Isle Beach13 min walk
- San Luis Beach7 min drive
- Jamaica Beach12 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 22)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
+1
2 Single Beds, 1 Double Bed and 2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Waterfront Retreat with Boat Slip & Big Deck
Tucked into the quiet seaside community of Terramar Beach, Big Kahuna is a large waterfront home with a fresh and modern vibe. The home is located on a deepwater canal just 2 minutes from the beach and has tons of spacious, sun-drenched deck space, an outdoor shower, a boat slip, and a charcoal grill. There’s enough space at Big Kahuna for up to 22 people— so invite the whole crew to join you for an unforgettable group getaway to the Texas coast.
Location: Terramar Beach community of Galveston, Texas
Beach access: The Terramar Beach access point is a 2-minute drive away.
Community Amenities: Guests have access to the Terramar beach community pool— open Memorial Day thru Labor Day— and the boat launch and marina with the provided keys.
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!
Large Groups: We love hosting church groups and large family gatherings, however groups over the size of 16 guests must be approved prior to booking.
Parking: There is room for 5 cars in the driveway.
Party Policy: No parties are allowed at our home. Please look elsewhere if that is the intent of your trip.
Cancellation Policy: All cancellations are subject to a 3% credit card processing fee.
Age Requirement: Guests must be 24+ to book.
The soaring, two-story, contemporary living area has plenty of space for your whole group to unwind and spend time together. Plush, overstuffed sofas face a flatscreen television that’s mounted to a crisp white shiplap wall. Kick back here in the evenings with some snacks and a favorite movie. Glass accent tables and stylish armchairs complete this comfy, modern space.
The kitchen is laid out in an efficient u-shape and features quartz countertops with a tiered peninsula bar. Flip a stack of fluffy banana pancakes in the mornings, or mix a batch of frozen margaritas at happy hour— the kitchen is fully equipped to handle it all. The bar space has seating for four people, while the dining table has seating for eight. A half bath and laundry room are located around the corner.
Down the hallway from the living area, the master bedroom has a king-size bed. The attached ensuite bathroom has a separate shower, soaking tub, and marble-topped vanity. Upstairs on the third level, there are three more bedrooms— each with their own private, attached bathrooms. The first bedroom has two queen-size beds and a twin-over-full bunk bed with twin trundle. The second bedroom has a king-size bed and access to the third-floor deck space overlooking the canal. The third bedroom on this floor has a king-size bed and twin-over-full bunk bed.
On the ground level, a fifth bedroom that doubles as a game room has a full-over-queen built-in bunk space, flatscreen television, and a bar top table for card games or board games. This room is connected to the main house through an interior staircase. Outside, there’s an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day of fishing or hanging out at the beach. The covered dock space has a slip for parking your boat. Make sure to bring your fishing gear— there’s great fishing in the canal. And the Terramar Beach access point is a quick 2-minute drive from the home.
We are unable to price match any rates found on other booking platforms.
GVR-06221
House rules:
- Guests must be 24+ to book the property.
- One-night stays must be approved.
- Groups larger than 16 need to be approved. We do not allow parties.
- 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.
- No jumping or diving into the canal.
- No fishing from the upstairs decks.
- 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.
Location: Terramar Beach community of Galveston, Texas
Beach access: The Terramar Beach access point is a 2-minute drive away.
Community Amenities: Guests have access to the Terramar beach community pool— open Memorial Day thru Labor Day— and the boat launch and marina with the provided keys.
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!
Large Groups: We love hosting church groups and large family gatherings, however groups over the size of 16 guests must be approved prior to booking.
Parking: There is room for 5 cars in the driveway.
Party Policy: No parties are allowed at our home. Please look elsewhere if that is the intent of your trip.
Cancellation Policy: All cancellations are subject to a 3% credit card processing fee.
Age Requirement: Guests must be 24+ to book.
The soaring, two-story, contemporary living area has plenty of space for your whole group to unwind and spend time together. Plush, overstuffed sofas face a flatscreen television that’s mounted to a crisp white shiplap wall. Kick back here in the evenings with some snacks and a favorite movie. Glass accent tables and stylish armchairs complete this comfy, modern space.
The kitchen is laid out in an efficient u-shape and features quartz countertops with a tiered peninsula bar. Flip a stack of fluffy banana pancakes in the mornings, or mix a batch of frozen margaritas at happy hour— the kitchen is fully equipped to handle it all. The bar space has seating for four people, while the dining table has seating for eight. A half bath and laundry room are located around the corner.
Down the hallway from the living area, the master bedroom has a king-size bed. The attached ensuite bathroom has a separate shower, soaking tub, and marble-topped vanity. Upstairs on the third level, there are three more bedrooms— each with their own private, attached bathrooms. The first bedroom has two queen-size beds and a twin-over-full bunk bed with twin trundle. The second bedroom has a king-size bed and access to the third-floor deck space overlooking the canal. The third bedroom on this floor has a king-size bed and twin-over-full bunk bed.
On the ground level, a fifth bedroom that doubles as a game room has a full-over-queen built-in bunk space, flatscreen television, and a bar top table for card games or board games. This room is connected to the main house through an interior staircase. Outside, there’s an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day of fishing or hanging out at the beach. The covered dock space has a slip for parking your boat. Make sure to bring your fishing gear— there’s great fishing in the canal. And the Terramar Beach access point is a quick 2-minute drive from the home.
We are unable to price match any rates found on other booking platforms.
GVR-06221
House rules:
- Guests must be 24+ to book the property.
- One-night stays must be approved.
- Groups larger than 16 need to be approved. We do not allow parties.
- 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.
- No jumping or diving into the canal.
- No fishing from the upstairs decks.
- 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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Property Registration Number GVR06221
About the area
Galveston
Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Galveston Island Beaches and Terramar Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Galveston Country Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Galveston, TX
What's nearby
- Sea Isle Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Terramar Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Half Moon Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
- San Luis Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
- Jamaica Beach - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The West End Marina & Restaurants - 7 min drive
- West End Marina - 7 min drive
- Nate's Westend Seafood & Steaks - 11 min drive
- Buck's West - 12 min drive
- The Sandbar Grille - 7 min drive
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Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
3 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica R.
23 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Jessica R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Casey C.
8 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a group
Casey C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dung P.
27 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Dung P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Abbygail M.
14 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay before the cruise
Abbygail M.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bianca W.
4 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
short but fun stay
Bianca W.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard B.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the canal
Richard B.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lee G.
18 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Stay
Lee G.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Diyar O.
14 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Diyar O.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
DAVID J., HOUSTON
31 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach home getaway
DAVID J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tracy M.
31 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
Tracy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
chasity j.
15 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
chasity j.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Roshonda P.
6 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Roshonda P.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tina S.
27 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Loved it!
Tina S.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Leon D., Crawford Texas
24 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome time !!!!
Leon D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melissa E.
12 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute spacious
Melissa E.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Jo R.
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach box
Jo R.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vicki O.
19 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Visit
Vicki O.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Hannah B.
5 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Weekend
Hannah B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Patricia R., Houston, Tx
7 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Patricia R.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cortez J.
6 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jackson’s Take Galveston
Cortez J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Janet I.
24 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing time
Janet I.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
6/10 Okay
Jewel S.
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Lone Star Bike Rally
Jewel S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Alexandra O.
24 Sept 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Bachelorette trip
Alexandra O.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
4/10 Poor
Candy H.
22 Mar 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lots of little things added up to make our stay unsatisfactory but a beautiful house and location
Candy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by BeachBox Vacation Rentals

Welcome to BeachBox Vacation Rentals! We're your go-to for unforgettable vacations on the Texas Gulf Coast with rental homes in Galveston, Kemah, Surfside, Crystal Beach and Lake Livingston. From historic downtown lofts to 8-bedroom waterfront retreats, we've got the perfect homebase for your crew. And leave the worries at home— every property is professionally cleaned before you arrive, and our friendly guest services team is always here to help if you need anything at all.
So, pack your bags, grab your sunscreen, and get ready to make amazing memories on the Texas coast with BeachBox! We can't wait to host you!
So, pack your bags, grab your sunscreen, and get ready to make amazing memories on the Texas coast with BeachBox! We can't wait to host you!
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