Recently Refreshed Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & 3 Decks, 1 mi from Beach
Seize every vacation day with Carpe Diem! Recently refreshed with thoughtful updates (2026), this beautiful bayfront rental in Terramar Beach boasts 3 decks, an open living area, fully-equipped contemporary kitchen, and a private boat dock.
The main level living area has large windows that showcase bay views and let in lots of natural light. Relax on comfortable leather couches and catch up with your family and friends. When it’s time to eat, cooking is a breeze in the nearby kitchen - fully equipped with stainless steel appliances and all the tools you need to make a delicious meal. The large island is perfect for prepping, serving, or casual dining with stools that seat 6. The dining table seats 6 more, so meals together are a breeze!
All 3 bedrooms boast large windows that frame stunning bay views. The primary king suite on the main level boasts deck access and a private en suite full bathroom. Upstairs, you’ll find a second king suite, with a private deck that also overlooks the bay. There’s also a bunk bedroom with a deck. The central area upstairs is a large second living area. It has a TV, anew sofa and table for movie and game nights, and two twin beds, one with a trundle, tucked away on the other side of the stairs. Kids & teens will love playing games, watching movies, or just hanging out away from their parents.
The private boat dock is perfect for fishing, crabbing, or tying up your water toys. Rinse off in the enclosed outdoor shower after a day on the water and then grill your fresh catch on the charcoal grill and dine al fresco on the ground level patio. Explore all that Galveston has to offer at this adventurous bayfront home!
BED SIZES: 2 Kings, 1 Full Bunk, 1 Twin, 2 Twin + Trundle
GROUND LEVEL Parking for 4 cars; No Garage Access; Finished Patio; 2 Picnic Tables; Outside Shower
MAIN LEVEL Living Room – TV/DVD/open layout/bay view; Kitchen – granite countertops/large island with seating for 6; Dining area – 1 table seating 6; Primary Bedroom (king) – en suite full bath/bay view; washer/dryer; covered deck
UPPER LEVEL 2nd Living Area – TV/DVD/2 Twins + Trundle; 2 Bedrooms: 1 bedroom (King) – TV/sitting area/en suite full bath/bay view/deck access; 1 bedroom (Full Bunk + Twin) – TV/deck access/bay view/en suite full bath; 2 uncovered decks
ADDITIONAL FEATURES 3 Decks (1 covered, 2 uncovered); Central A/C & Heat; Ceiling Fans throughout; multiple TVs; bay views from all bedrooms; 2 Living Areas; Recent Updates (2026)
SUBDIVISION AMENITIES Terramar Beach Boat Launch - request a fob (refundable deposit required) at the SNS Rental Office.
PARKING Parking is available for up to 4 vehicles in the private driveway of this home. Per HOA rules, street parking is not allowed.
LINENS & STARTER SUPPLIES KIT We want to help get your trip off to an easy start, so you’ll find a set of starter supplies at your home when you arrive: a roll of toilet paper for each bathroom, dishwashing soap, and shampoo, conditioner, lotion and hand soap for the bathrooms. For longer vacations, please plan to bring your favorite brands with you. Sheets & bath towels are included with every reservation. Housekeeping places freshly laundered linens in the home before every arrival and will collect any used linens after you depart.
LOCAL & LOVING IT We are here to help! Our office is right at the entrance to Pirates Beach and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day. Our Property Services team is available for guests 24/7, so be sure to call us if there’s anything you need!
Sand `N Sea Properties is a professional vacation rental management and real estate company that has been local & trusted on Galveston Island since 1974. Family owned & operated; we manage 185+ of the best vacation homes in the most sought-after locations in the West End. We look forward to sharing our island home with you!
GOOD NEIGHBOR POLICY Sand `N Sea works very hard to promote a quiet atmosphere for the enjoyment of our guests and our West End Galveston neighbors. Sand `N Sea does not allow weddings, graduation, prom or other parties/events at this home. At the broker's discretion, a refundable security deposit may be required before finalizing any reservation. More information about all of the policies can be found in the “Rental Agreement” document on the checkout page.
ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES On the West End, you’ll find miles and miles of beaches, birding sanctuaries, boat ramps, and great fishing spots (beaches, bay & canal) as well as restaurants, groceries, and convenience stores.
In-town attractions are an easy, short drive away – The Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Galveston Railroad Museum, Historic Downtown Galveston, the Tall Ship Elissa at Pier 23, and many others.
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All leaseholders must e-sign a Vacation Rental Agreement acknowledging Sand `N Sea rental policies and listing all occupants at the property.
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Property Registration Number GVR16277
Property # 2637733vb
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 smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Galveston
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and Jamaica Beach. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like birdwatching.
Is Recently Refreshed Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & 3 Decks, 1 mi from Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Recently Refreshed Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & 3 Decks, 1 mi from Beach?
As of 4 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Recently Refreshed Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & 3 Decks, 1 mi from Beach on 25 Nov 2026 start from AU$2,402, 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 Recently Refreshed Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & 3 Decks, 1 mi from Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Recently Refreshed Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & 3 Decks, 1 mi from Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Recently Refreshed Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & 3 Decks, 1 mi from Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Recently Refreshed Bayfront Home w/ Private Dock & 3 Decks, 1 mi from Beach located?
Located in West End, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Terramar Beach, Sea Isle Beach and Half Moon Beach. Galveston Island Beaches and San Luis Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was nice and we enjoyed our stay! The only issues that we had is the lighting. We were not able to fish at night after the neighbors left because there is no lighting on the dock or the front of the house. The little lights on the docks did not allow you to see. The first night we were able to see because of the neighbors house lighting and their dock lights. The door was very hard to open and would get stuck. The tv in the dining area upstairs did not work. Overall the stay was nice and we would come back but the outside lighting for fishing is an issue. We did call and they had someone to come out and fish lights on the staircase and by the garage area. That was nice or we would not have been able to be outside at night. Thanks, The Walkers
The property was clean and sunsets were beautiful. Our family had a great time.
Richard S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Steve S.
19 July 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Our stay at the property was very unpleasant.Our first experience was trying to figure out which three lockboxs to open. It took 45 minutes to get into the property. Sand n Sea after hours on call never returned our phone calls for assistance on Friday night at 7 o'clock.Upon entering the property we discovered the air conditioner for upstairs was out. Again we called the on-call service and no one answered or returned calls. 85 degrees was to hot to sleep in the upstairs rooms so the whole family sleep on the floor in the down stairs living room. Saturday morning we contacted sand n sea requesting help. The owner sent out an electrician at 2 oclock. They electrical couldn't repair due to a faulty circuit board. He's not the ac guy. The owners were aware of the problem before as the electrician said he had problems we the unit the week before. An ac repair man was called and arrived and declare he didnt have the parts. No repairs could be done until Tuesday, 5 days are ac was out.Our vacation ended early as friends had no place to sleep. The service provided by Sand n Sea and by the owner was unprofessional and very in adequate. I do not recommend this property to anyone.
It was a beautiful location with amazing views. It is a very spacious and having 3.5 baths made coming in from the beach to shower and go out for dinner great.
House had clean floors and we loved the convenience of being right next to the water. The only reason I put 3 for cleanliness is because we found roach droppings in kitchen cabinet for pots. The downstairs area had many roaches which we understand is unavoidable but may be treated with pest control. Deck lights, one of the fan lights and the lights downstairs not working (3 lights downstairs not working so a bit difficult to fish downstairs in darkness. ) . Suggest adding dock / jetty lights and pole holders fish lights.
Avid VRBO vacationers and Fishing families (7 in total) :We travel with another family and stay in VRBO houses several times a year. This house was a Great property! Plenty of room for the 7 of us. The downstairs outside area was great, but definitely needed more outdoor lights. The little beach area in the corner of the water was amazing for the kids to play in! Hermit crabs galore ! The guys fished all day and evening until it was too dark. Caught hard heads, a huge gar, 2 sting rays and smaller bait. A green light or fishing lights would definitely help and also there are no fishing rods on the dock or around the water, we brought our own. This management company is very good at communicating and super nice !ONE THING TO NOTE: and I say this informatively and not bashing the house, again a great property!you will only have the absolute minimum left for you in regards to TOILET PAPER (one role per bathroom), paper towel (1 roll), dish soap (very smallBottle), 2 trash bags. The kitchen is not stocked with Anything besides plates and utensils. So you willNeed to get all cooking stuff. The cooking-ware isn’t terrific, but it gets the job done. There is not any shampoo, conditioner or body wash/soap. There are no sand or beach itemsFor kids. The kayak in one of the photos is not for guest use. There is a community pool but you have to pay 100 cash deposit to get the key which wasn’t bad. These are things to be mindfulOf. Again it’s a great property !
Shelsey D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2026
Thanks for sharing about your experience at Carpe Diem. Our whole Sand `N Sea team is thrilled to hear you enjoyed your group enjoyed the home, fishing and your time by the water. We appreciate your feedback about outdoor lighting and amenities. We do indicate in our listing and our prearrival information that we only provide starter supply kits at our homes! Thank you again for choosing to stay with us and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
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