Home on the Isle - Dog Friendly! - Galveston

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7120 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Galveston, TX

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier4 min drive
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal5 min drive
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark5 min drive
Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)9 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Sunroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Home on the Isle - Dog Friendly!

Our home is a beautifully cozy 1940s Craftsman located just minutes from all the best that Galveston has to offer. A few blocks drive to both the Strand and Seawall, this home boasts multiple modern upgrades while maintaining much of its historic charm, such as portions of the original cabinetry, hardwood floors, and interior doors with glass door knobs.

When you aren't out enjoying all the sights on the island, kick back and relax in the cozy living room and watch your favorite show on the 58 inch cable TV. The updated eat-in kitchen is beyond bright and spacious and stocked with all the amenities of home, including a dishwasher and garbage disposal. The adjacent formal dining room seats an additional six, perfect for hosting family gatherings! The built-in hallway cabinet contains games and puzzles for family entertainment.

Bedroom 1 features a queen-sized bed with a set of twin bunks, complete with a nightstand, chest of drawers and a 32 inch Smart TV. Please note top bunk weight limit is 150 pounds. Bedroom 2 features a king-sized bed, nightstand, chest of drawers, and full-sized dresser and mirror (not pictured). Both bedrooms are equipped with a closet. An additional twin bed is located in the sunroom off of the kitchen.

The bathroom yields tons of storage space and is where you will find both bath linens and beach towels, a hair dryer, extra toilet paper, and a first aid kit. Multiple drawers are available for storing your personal items out-of-sight.

The large, private fenced backyard is perfect for those who enjoy outdoor entertaining and/or travelling with their dogs. Tons of room for both kids and pets to run and play. After a day at the beach, relax and enjoy a cold beverage on the huge covered back porch under the patio lights, all while watching the game on the outdoor TV! Dine at the outdoor table when the weather is pleasant. Laundry facilities and supplies are accessible to guests and located in the garage, as are beach items such as boogie boards and extra chairs, outdoor table umbrella, etc. This area is also perfect for storing empty coolers or hanging up sandy beach towels. There is also a new outdoor shower. Pet waste bag dispenser and bags provided at laundry entrance, we do respectfully ask that you clean up after your dog. Mini refrigerator in laundry room for overflow storage if needed!

Bachelor and bachelorette parties are not permitted. Day guests are not permitted without obtaining owner's permission. Renter must provide names and ages of everyone in their party, and primary renter must be one of them. We cannot accept bookings longer than 14 days. Please note there is one outdoor security camera at front entrance for the safety of guests.

Registration: GVR08750
Other ID: 110417

Property manager

Kelly Davis

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children must be included on reservation count.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

No pets on beds and furniture!!

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

No bachelor or bachelorette party groups allowed. ID verification also required.

No food or drinks allowed in bedrooms and evidence of dogs on beds or furniture will result in additional $200 in cleaning fees. No exceptions.

Only overnight guests allowed on the property. No day guests without permission from owner. Maximum stay is 14 nights.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

Property Registration Number GVR08750

About the area

Galveston

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Lasker Park, a neighbourhood in Galveston. Galveston Seawall and Strand Historic District are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Moody Gardens and Galveston Island Beaches. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark are not to be missed.

Galveston, TX

What's nearby

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 4 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) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 13 min walk
The San Luis Resort - 2 min drive
Taco Bell - 18 min walk
Salsa's Mexican Restaurant - 2 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Home on the Isle - Dog Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Home on the Isle - Dog Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home on the Isle - Dog Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home on the Isle - Dog Friendly! located?

Located in Lasker Park, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from NOAA Fisheries Galveston Laboratory and within 3 miles (5 km) of Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston and Moody Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

4 May 2024

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

Beutiful cozy home

Great property and clean. The house is kept up with and cleanly manicured. The kids enjoyed the backyard and we enjoyed the patio! Thanks for the hospitality

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

22 Apr 2024

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

Clean, cozy, charming and pet friendly place to stay close to the beach

This was one of the most pleasant VRBO experiences we’ve had. The home is clean (smells great!), neatly organized, and very well equipped with everything you might need or want for a weekend getaway. Communication from the host was excellent. We really appreciated there not being a weight/size limit for pets so that we could bring our large golden retriever. The biscuits waiting in a baggy in the elevated dog dish with water bowl was an especially nice touch. She happily found them immediately! The fenced back yard was great for sitting outside with her, too. The house is in a quiet neighborhood even if the street is a busier one at certain times of the day. We recommend backing into the driveway to ensure the safest exits when you leave. We would absolutely stay here again. Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi K.

10 Apr 2024

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

Easter Getaway

We had a wonderful stay and so enjoyed this property. The owners thought of everything and it was so comfortable for all of us. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for something centrally located and perfect to spend time in the beautiful backyard or lovely kitchen and dining room visiting with family and friends.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

9 Apr 2024

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

Galveston weekend

Had a great stay for a dance competition weekend. Owners were very responsive and house was noticeably cleaner than average vrbo homes. Location is convenient.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sallie B.

14 Mar 2024

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

Couldn’t have asked her anything better!

This place had everything you could ever think of for your vacation and then some. The beds were comfortable. The air-conditioning worked great and the decor was very nice. Kelley was very responsive too. Highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Davis

I am a native Houstonian and started coming to Galveston as a kid, then as a teenager. There is always something to do here, even if it's just walking the dog on the beach at sunset. My husband and I have a daughter, a tweenager, who loves going to Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens and doing fun things like Magic Carpet Golf, the 4-D theater, ghost tours, and experiencing the multitude of events that go on here on the island. We also have a very special Bernese Mountain Dog named Leia who lives for romping on the beach and catching beads during Mardi Gras parades. One thing we truly love about Galveston is the fascinating albeit tragic history of the town, and it's resiliency; the stories are both chilling and inspiring. There are also so many fantastic restaurants to enjoy, in particular for seafood lovers which we are! After multiple stays at other VRBO properties, all of which were admittedly great experiences, we were fortunate to have the means to purchase our own place in Galveston. Even though our real "home" is relatively close-by, coming here always feels like a real island vacation escape. Ultimately when we retire we hope to be full-time islanders. We are beyond pleased to share our home with you and hope you love it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We looked at quite a few homes, but none we felt were remotely as nice as this one. We loved that it was updated yet many original features remain intact, like one bank of kitchen cabinetry and those quirky glass door knobs. The ceilings in some rooms are truly eye-catching - the dining room, kitchen, and rear sunroom all have unique and beautiful ceilings. The street itself is quite pretty being lined with big old trees. Having a big fenced backyard like ours, along with a big covered back porch, isn't exactly common here, and we spend a lot of time outside when the weather is warm. While we aren't located "on the beach" we can be there in five minutes, or anywhere else on the island for that matter, and we have not regretted choosing this location one bit!

What makes this property unique

Centrally located on the island; blocks from the beach and Pleasure Pier and minutes from the Strand
Plenty of indoor and outdoor space for entertaining
Yard is ideal for pets and kids
1,300 square feet of living space equals lots of room and doesn't feel crowded, even with a full house when all beds are occupied!