Comfy, Updated Cottage in Midtown Galveston

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Galveston, TX

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier3 min drive
Port of Galveston4 min drive
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal5 min drive
Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)76 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Enjoy your stay at this comfy, updated 1930s-era cottage. Centrally-located, Casa Mariposa is convenient to any in-town or beachfront activities. It has two bedrooms (master suite has king-sized bed, second bedroom has queen-sized bed) and two full bathrooms. The living/dining/kitchen area accommodates four diners at the dining table and two diners at the kitchen peninsula. There is a fully-equipped kitchen and laundry area. The covered back porch and butterfly garden offer a shady retreat.

Property manager

Diane Falkenhagen

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Open Flames Inside or on the Porches

No loud music outside

No Illegal drugs or weapons on the property

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number GVR08714

About the area

Galveston

This cottage is located in Lasker Park, a neighbourhood in Galveston, and is near theme parks and near the beach. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal 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 Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Haunted Mayfield Manor are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Galveston, TX

What's nearby

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 3 min drive
Port of Galveston - 4 min drive
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 5 min drive
Moody Gardens - 5 min drive
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 5 min drive

Getting around

Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 2 min drive
The San Luis Resort - 2 min drive
Rainforest Cafe - 2 min drive
Salsa's Mexican Restaurant - 16 min walk
Brick House Tavern + Tap - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfy, Updated Cottage in Midtown Galveston pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfy, Updated Cottage in Midtown Galveston?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfy, Updated Cottage in Midtown Galveston?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Comfy, Updated Cottage in Midtown Galveston located?

Located in Lasker Park, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of NOAA Fisheries Galveston Laboratory and Galveston Seawall. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Port of Galveston are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Christina K.

12 Mar 2024

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

Perfectly located island home!

One of my favorite things about this spot was the ease of parking. The home has a private driveway and is off the main path of heavy traffic, but close enough to the limelight to walk! We loved the fact that it was well equipped with cooking items including not only the pots and pans, but a wide variety of spices as well. The beds were very comfortable and the place was spotless. Truly a comfortable home away from home.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna M.

6 Nov 2023

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

Ideal Stay

The home is located in an ideal location - close to the events and restaurants we frequent. Everything about the home is pristine and really makes you feel like you're at home. Diane is a fabulous host - very thoughtful and gracious and accommodating. This is our second time to stay at this property and we will continue to come back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William L.

19 July 2023

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

Absolutely perfect!

We had an amazing experience and plan on returning. The cottage was beautiful and there were instructions all over to help answer the tedious FAQs. The host was also amazing and was flexible with us to make things work.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna M.

9 May 2023

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

Fantastic Find!!

My parents, husband and I stayed at Diane’s cottage while in Galveston for the historic homes tour weekend. First of all, Diane is a wonderful host! She communicated with us thoroughly regarding the check in/ out process and responded quickly to any messages from us. As for the cottage, it is outstanding! It exceeded our expectations. The property is super clean and has all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The decor and layout of the cottage is inviting and made it feel like home away from home. The location was centrally located and perfect for us. The surrounding neighborhood was quiet. Another great feature is the private driveway for multiple vehicles to park off the street. The backyard is a bonus too - VERY spacious and a great place to enjoy coffee/ wine/ conversation. We absolutely enjoyed our stay at the cottage and will definitely love to stay here again for our next Galveston adventure. Can’t say enough good things about the property or the host!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

19 Mar 2023

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

Beautiful and homely property

We really enjoyed our stay! The house has a lovely open plan kitchen, living and dining area which was so well equipped with everything we could need. A particular highlight was the master suite which was stunning and so spacious with the most beautiful bathroom! Diane was extremely responsive and helpful before check in and after check out. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. Thanks for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Diane Falkenhagen

Diane is a jewelry artist and Peter is a REALTOR®

Why they chose this property

This property has been in Diane's family for over 80 years. It was Diane's parents' first home in the 1940s. Diane and Peter renovated it from top to bottom in 2021.

What makes this property unique

Centrally located in Midtown Galveston, this property is not too far from the seawall/beachfront (about 10 city blocks or .6 miles), downtown Galveston, and the East End Historical District.