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Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6

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A two-story house with a porch, a staircase, and a gated backyard.
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A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a gray armchair, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A hallway with a white console table, shelves with decorative items, and a stained glass cabinet.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Galveston Seawall
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, The Bryan Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6

Port Side at M is a newly renovated, pet-friendly 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in Galveston's Historic Lost Bayou District — the upper-left unit of a beautifully kept triplex at 1703 Avenue M, an easy 8-minute walk to the beach with sand reachable in multiple directions. Sleeps 6.

THE SPACE — LIVING AREA & KITCHEN
A comfortable living area welcomes you with a leather sofa, generous natural light, and a smart TV — the perfect place to gather after a beach day. The adjacent dining area and full kitchen come stocked with stainless steel appliances (full refrigerator, oven, microwave, dishwasher, gas stove) plus a Keurig and starter k-cups.

THE SPACE — BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
The primary bedroom features a king bed with a backyard view, a ceiling fan, and a reading chair. The second bedroom offers two queen beds and a roomy closet. A full bath with a renovated stand-up shower and a separate half bath give everyone space to get ready. Linens and towels are provided, and an in-unit washer and dryer keep your suitcase light.

BED BREAKDOWN
- Primary Bedroom — 1 King
- Second Bedroom — 2 Queens

THE SPACE — OUTSIDE
Enjoy a covered front porch for morning coffee, a shared backyard to relax in, and an outdoor shower to rinse off the sand. An EV charger plug-in is available on site.

PLEASE NOTE — UNIT ACCESS
This property is one of three distinct units in a triplex. Guests booking Port Side at M have exclusive access to the upper-left unit (address 1703) only — not the entire building. Outdoor common areas such as the front porch and backyard may be shared with guests in the other units if those units are booked during your stay.

LOCATION
In the Historic Lost Bayou District of Galveston, TX — under 5 minutes to the beach, Moody Gardens, and Schlitterbahn, and about 50 minutes from Houston via I-45.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed
25 dollar per night fee plus tax for their stay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking,vaping,cigar,or other item are allowed.
Must sign rental agreement after booking
Must Follow All House Rules
A $500 security hold will be placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure. The hold will be placed on the guests card on file.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR09193
Property # 2240016vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Galveston

Located in San Jacinto, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this apartment is near theme parks and by the sea. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • East End Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Bryan Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seawall Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Seawall Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Bakery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Benno's - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6?

As of 26 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6 on 8 Sept 2026 start from AU$310, 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.

How much is parking at Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6 located?

Located in San Jacinto, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lost Bayou, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and had an antique feel. We loved the way it looked and how cozy it was. It made the stay feel that much better and made our time in Galveston even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alissa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy walk to the beach, SUPER comfortable beds!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a weekend getaway and pet friendly, too! Check in was easy and the host answered any questions we had very quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, well stocked, beautiful home, excellent customer service!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was in a good location for everything we wanted to do. It was comfortable and relaxing! Plenty of room! Would definitely rent again. The whole are very nice and accommodating. The only thing that would’ve made it a little bit easier for us is if we could’ve checked in a little bit earlier, I can understand not 23 hours earlier but you know if you got there between three and four with chicken Thomas 4 o’clock that it would’ve been OK to have the information and be able to check in at that time and not have to wait.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sally A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We brought my dog so that was an extra 62.00. It was extremely close to the Grand Galvez which was the wedding venue. The condo is very basic with only 1 lamp in the entire place. No bedside tables with reading lamps. The small bathrooms had no flat surfaces to put any toiletries on...except the floor. Now I know to scrutinize pictures better and what to look for. It was what it was.Next time I'll splurge and stay at The Grand Galvez.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is in a great location with a quick and easy walk to the beach. The owners were quick to respond to our needs. Would certainly book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for the Lone Star Rally .. The apt was clean and the beds were very comfortable. No complaints about anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy peasy — booked pretty last minute, great communication, easy space to be in, walked to the beach, totally reasonable price, couldn’t ask for more!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa R.

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

Great Cruise stay!

We stayed here the night before our cruise, and it was the perfect distance from the port!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and we look forward to the opportunity to host you again at this location or any others that are available through Rest and Enjoy Vacation Rentals , thanks again !!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Crystal J.

Great place!

Nice little place to stay w great accomodations, great location!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen R.

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

Couples Getawat

We loved everything about our stay! The house was as described and had everything we needed for our stay! We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wilbert S.

Great Stay definitely will stay again when I go to Galveston

great neighborhood closed to the beach and great food spots
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brianna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
They had clean towels for us to use and everything was so clean and we had an amazing stay. They made sure to include every accommodation one might need. We’ll definitely be coming back if we end up in Galveston again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

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

Fabulous Location!

Located in the historic area of Galveston, this place has easy access to the beach and The Strand. It was clean and nicely appointed, with all the accommodations you need for a lovely stay. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2025
Thank you so much for your stay and your kind words and we look forward to the ability to host you again !!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulene H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is in a lovely older quiet safe neighborhood. I walked my little dog several times a day feeling very comfortable. The balcony was nice. The home is close to the seawall, places to eat, shop and have fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

Great location for Galveston attractions

Great location! Beds were very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words and we look forward to the ability to host you again for another stay at this location or any other locations that Rest and Enjoy Vacation Rentals has available !!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina N.

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

Great stay

Enjoy our getaway here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words and we look forward to hosting you again !!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Great place!

Cute little place, great location, very clean and comfy! Great communication with Owner.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words and we look forward to the ability to host you again at this location or any other locations that Rest and Enjoy Vacation Rentals has available!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

Amazing

I love the beach house very easy to access everything , I will definitely be renting it again. Close to the beach and the pier. Very cute and comfortable stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely home, clean and in a beautiful neighborhood! Check in was so easy and we spent our evenings after dinner on the front porch. Quiet area and close to everything! My only suggestion would be some wine glasses, otherwise we had everything we needed and had a great time!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute but a bit tired. Good location. Communication with owner was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda N.

Beautiful and cozy

Enjoyed our stay! It is lovely, cozy, and clean place. The check in/out was very easy, we love it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words and we look forward to the ability to host you again for another stay at this location or any other locations that Rest and Enjoy Vacation Rentals has available !!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Vincent Joseph H.

Everything was great.

Nice place and very close to the port!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words and we look forward to the ability to host you again for another stay at this location or any other locations that Rest and Enjoy Vacation Rentals has available !!
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike M.

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

Great place

Nice place and neighborhood. Close to the beach, the strand and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words and we look forward to the ability to host you again soon, thank you again !!

About the host

Hosted by Owner

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We're Galveston Island transplants who fell for the historic Lost Bayou District and never looked back. As local, hands-on hosts, we take pride in keeping Port Side at M spotless, comfortable, and ready to welcome you — and we're only a quick message away if you need anything during your stay. We can't wait to host you here. — Rest & Enjoy Vacation Rentals

Why they chose this property

We fell for the Lost Bayou District the moment we saw it — historic streets, walkable charm, and the beach just an easy walk away. We renovated Port Side at M to give guests a clean, comfortable home base with the character of old Galveston and the conveniences of a modern stay. Whether you're here for a cruise, a beach week, or a quiet getaway, we can't wait to host you.
— Rest & Enjoy Vacation Rentals

What makes this property unique

- Newly renovated 2-bedroom home in the Historic Lost Bayou District
- Easy 8-minute walk to the beach — sand in multiple directions
- Under 5 minutes to Moody Gardens & Schlitterbahn
- King bed in the primary suite; sleeps 6
- Outdoor shower to rinse off the sand
- On-site EV charger plug-in
- Covered front porch + shared backyard
- In-unit washer & dryer; linens and towels provided
- Pet friendly — part of the Rest & Enjoy Vacation Rentals collection, with local hosts

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