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Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view

Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Galveston Island Beaches

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 16297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Galveston Fishing Pier
  • Place, Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
  • Place, Moody Gardens
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

4 Double Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view

Sky Blue Shores

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You'll be in awe of the space and light that await at this three-story home in Galveston, beautifully situated only two rows back from the beach.

Perched like a beacon on a grassy piece of property, this home enjoys a peek-a-boo view of the Gulf of Mexico just over a block away. You'll be five miles up the coast from Galveston Island State Park and five miles down the coast from Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn Waterpark. The heart of Galveston and the Strand Historic District are just over eight miles east.

One of the wonderful features of this property is its generous outdoor space, with two levels of covered decks on both the front and rear of the house. You'll have plenty of room for sipping morning coffee, marveling at the sunset, and basking in the cool gulf breeze.

Ascend a flight of stairs and find the main living area on the home's second floor. It's an open, light-filled space lined with windows, bringing together the living room, the kitchen, and the dining room. The kitchen is streamlined and elegant, offering stainless steel appliances (including a French-door refrigerator, a gas range, and a dishwasher), beautiful elements of stone, and a large prep island.

After dinner each evening, cozy up on the sectional to stream movies in the warmth of the gas fireplace. When it's time to turn in, you'll have five bedrooms to choose from, four of which have en suite bathrooms. The primary suite is on the top floor, offering a smart TV, a spa-like bathroom, and access to its own deck. There are two more bedroom suites (with deck access) and a fantastic blue room with built-in bunks upstairs, and one more bedroom suite on the main floor.

A private laundry room, central air conditioning, and complimentary WiFi are provided as well.

THINGS TO KNOW
Please note: This home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a friendly reminder rather than risking a noise complaint from a neighbor. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: There are exterior cameras in front and back of the home.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number GVR10969

About the area

Galveston

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston. 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 Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Sunny Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • West Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Moody Gardens - 10 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Landing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Island Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Viet Cajun - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view located?

Located in West End, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Galveston Island Beaches and Sunny Beach. Hershey Beach and West Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Great home

Our party of 12 fit comfortably in this beautiful home! Hosts were very responsive and helpful. We had a wonderful time!

8/10 Good

Crystal H.

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

Great Place for Small Gatherings and close to the beach

Our son had a great time and comfortable stay at this home for his senior prom. A small group of his closest friends and oldest sister as his chaperone had several room/bed accommodations. The host/managing Partner communication was great throughout the stay. Highly recommend this home that is close to the beach and close proximity of Galveston attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tony G.

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

Galveston Vacation

Beautiful place. Lots of room and only a few steps from the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Fabiola C.

First Time Renters . beautiful home

This house is gorgeous! Beautiful inside and out! The room spaces are very nice in size! The restrooms, closets, everything was amazing! I love that they had extra blankets and pillows I'm the restrooms! Because we forgot to bring some. We are very happy with this house. Not too far from the beach! We were able to rinse ourselves downstairs before entering home! Definitely will rent again! Thank you for a wonderful stay!

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway 2025

The house could have been cleaned. We found wrappers on the floor, loose rice on the floor. Had to wipe down kitchen counters good as they were dirty. There’s dried toothpaste stuck to the cabinet in the downstairs bedroom bathroom. Could use bigger frying pans for when cooking for large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

alisa g.

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

Awesome

Large & plenty of beds & living area for entertaining
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

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

Very comfortable

Was nervous about our stay because of past reviews, but we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Jared K.

Weekend getaway

The house was amazing. The kids loved the house and our nightly walk to the beach to catch sand crabs. Big rooms with amazing bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Ginger L.

Beach Stay

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful beach house while visiting for the Sandcastle Festival with my family and cousins. The house was perfectly located, just a short walk from the beach. The home was clean, spacious, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. We especially loved the large outdoor deck where we could gather together after a fun day in the sand. The kitchen was well-equipped for cooking family meals, and the bedrooms were comfortable, offering a restful night's sleep after a long day of activities. This beach house made our trip to the Sandcastle Festival truly memorable, and we can’t wait to come back next year! Highly recommend for families or groups looking for a cozy and convenient place to stay near the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Eric P.

Great Property

Everything was perfect, except it was hot. It took 6 hours for the upstairs to get to 72.

6/10 Okay

Ann F.

Liked: Communication, location
The property and community was beautiful. We had so many issues that it took away from truly enjoying our vacation. 1. The tv for the downstairs bedroom had been removed and not replaced. 2. Only two of the bedrooms upstairs had a tv in them but one of the tvs did not work at all. We reported this but it was not fixed during our stay. 3. The back door was unlock d on our arrival. We later found out the door would not lock. 4. One of the doors to the balcony upstairs would not open. (Guests in that room was unable to enjoy the balcony. Same room tv was broke in.) 5. Refrigerator went out in the middle of the night, woke to warm and defrosted food. We finally discovered the breaker was tripped. 6. The coffee pot did not work properly, held the water and overflowed causing grinds to be in coffee. It only released a fourth of the water. The night before leaving we discovered the problem was an incorrect carafe was being used in this pot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

susan s.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Dirty House for a lot of money

I wrote the following email to Vacasa and never received a response. Good evening, My family and I stayed at The Beacon this past weekend. During our stay we encountered a number of concerns with the rental that we would not expect from a place that charges so much money. Those concerns are as followed: dirty dishes in the dishwasher, popcorn kernels on the the floor, dirty floor/rug, unflushed toilet with fecal matter remnants in master toilet, trash left in garbage, dirty clothes in the laundry room, hair in bunk beds, hair in bathrooms, no hot water in master bathroom, food particles left in the fridge, non functioning toilet on second floor, completely full trash bins, dirty pots/pans (food left on pan). We are not sure but we assuming you sent a maid to drop off trash bags and a rag. Not entirely sure what we were suppose to do with this. Further, when renting a place to stay we should not have to share our time with the maid service. Cleaning should occur prior to guest arrival. Given all of these issues we find it only fair we are reimbursed for the issues that we encountered during our stay. I looked forward to hearing from you. I am happy to include and attach pictorial evidence for several of the issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

susanna m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great communication and would recommend but there are some things Host needs to address. Kitchen was not adequately stocked for cooking. We had to purchase a pan, cheese grater and utensils to cook. One bathroom did not work, toilet nor shower. Plumber came to address toilet but it was not fixed. Main floor was covered in dead love bugs upon arrival. We had to completely vacuum main floor. This was a very comfortable house for large group but property management company needs to oversee closer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlotte C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Great House That Needs Upgrades

Great house and neighborhood but the house furnishings and kitchen supplies are 2 star and do not meet expectations of what is charged to rent this house. There were blank nails on the wall in the living room for art that was not there, 2 bar stools for an house that holds 16 and furnishings were cheap and did not meet the quality of price that was charged. The kitchen supplies were either not worthy of Goodwill see photo below or non existents. Dishes and kitchen utensils were in the cabinets dirty. Broken furniture shoved in the laundry room.Will not rent this house again even though we come back to this neighborhood for a family get together every year. Very disappointed in this property. Next time will rent another property in the same neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Peaceful and beautiful

So happy with this property! It was a great location and perfectly suited for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Leigh Ann J.

Vacation 2024

This home was perfect for our 4 families and we all enjoyed our stay. The only reason I did not give 5 stars was due to a small ant problem on the first level. There was also a short in the kitchen which caused the GFCI wall outlet to go out and we constantly had to flip the breaker switch. We did contact GS who was going to contact the local team but to my knowledge no one ever came out since it continued to happen. All in all we enjoyed our stay and will definitely return in the future if available.
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8/10 Good

Jordan D.

Great property with just a couple of issues.

What a beautiful home! Lots of potential, but a few things that need attention. Good: Spacious, clean, comfortable, quick beach access, ample parking for 4 vehicles. TV's in a lot of the rooms. Improvement: Needs more in the way of amenities. More plates (even just some cheap ones would be great to have). Pots, pans, baking sheets, oven mitts, Keurig coffee maker, and other cooking amenities are needed to make use of the beautiful kitchen. A grill would be a nice addition, some beach accessories (tent, chairs, etc) would be nice for those not able to haul their own. These aren’t necessities but are a typical perk for properties in this neighborhood. Would be a plus to have tv in every room. Problems: There were a handful of smoke detectors that have been removed on the upper floor. The upper floor A/C ran constantly and was not able to cool below 76 (highs were upper 80's outdoors). Seems like the units may be undersized for the space and as the summer months heat up more - the upper floor is not going to be comfortable. The air vent in one of the upper floor bedrooms had been closed, making this space even warmer. Ceiling fan over the seating area in the main living was removed or not yet installed - though there was a ceiling box where it should go. The refrigerator twice tripped the breaker. When we arrived there was no running water to any of the fixtures. After receiving permission from Vacasa, I turned the water on at the meter and discovered a major leak from the sprinkler system was gushing water. I was able to locate the isolation valve and turn off the sprinkler system and still get water to the house. Within an hour the sprinkler contractor showed up to fix the issue. Would have been nice to know that this was going on rather than showing up to a house with no water and having to go to work to fix the problem.
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10/10 Excellent

Sydney R.

Beautiful home.

This house was perfect for our group. It had plenty of space and was very nice. It was a very short walk to the beach and the neighborhood was great. We had a few minor issues with ants due to overflowing trash bins left in the garage from previous guests. The first night of our stay there was a thunderstorm that blew the transformer and we lost power. I contacted Vacasa by text and called them to let them know we needed to report the power outage to the electric company and would like updates. I also sent pictures of the blown transformer. I was told the local team would contact me and that we probably didn’t have power because of the storm. I never got a call from the local team. We didn’t have power from 4:30AM-8:00PM and never heard anything from Vacasa which was a little frustrating. I called the power company and they let us know that the homeowner did indeed report the outage and power company kept us updated on repairs and restoration times. Can’t blame anyone for the weather, however it would’ve been nice to hear back from someone. Other than that we managed without power, enjoyed our time in the house and would definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cody F.

Great Stay

We very much enjoyed the kitchen being directly behind the living room so that everyone was always included in what we were doing. Also having your own shower in almost every room was an amazing experience for everyone. The couch was almost more comfortable than the beds! Was a fantastic house and we had a fantastic stay!

8/10 Good

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful House with issues

This house was absolutely BEAUTIFUL and so was the community it was in. The big laundry room was so nice and needed with 4 kids. The living room & kitchen were larger enough for our 2 families. I really liked that there were 2 masters and most bedrooms had a bathroom attached. The negative was the house is not baby proof at all. There were no baby gates inside or outside the home. The glass table in the kitchen is a big hazard. Our kids bumped into it multiple times because they are small and can't see the edge of the pointed table. The glass coffee table in the living room we moved into the bedroom within 5 minutes of being at the home. Not every bathroom had soap which was very odd. The breakers in the kitchen were constantly tripping. When we first arrived the fridge kept going out. We couldn't use a few outlets due to them always tripping the fridge. Issue was reported and no one checked in on us. There isn't a fan in the living room but you can tell there should be. It was very hot in the living room, especially in the afternoon. The AC never kept up even with all the blinds closed. There were broken smoke detectors sitting upstairs and the master upstairs didn't have one. The wires that it should hook up to were hanging out. While this home is beautiful you can tell it was rushed and not all the details have been worked out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Great home and locaction

This is a great house. There were 9 adults and plenty of room for everyone. The location is perfect and easy access to the beach and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jane R.

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

Family Time at the Beacon!

Our extended family of 11 stayed at this home for 4 nights. The home was very clean upon arrival, was nice and spacious and was as pictured online. It is close to the beach and has good views of the ocean. We loved having so many bedrooms and bathrooms! The neighborhood is lovely! Our overall experience was positive but we did have some issues. The A/C upstairs struggled to keep up with the desired temperature. The electrical outlets in the kitchen area kept going out so we had to keep flipping the breaker switches. The supplies in the kitchen were inadequate for a home that can accommodate 16 people. We have seen all of these issues mentioned in previous reviews and due to the Vacasa responses we were hoping that they had been rectified prior to our arrival. These issues were disappointing but did not prevent us from having an enjoyable family time at The Beacon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Ashley ..

Beautiful home and great location!

Beautiful home and great location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Maricela C.

Great accommodation for large groups

Over all we were very satisfied with our stay. Pros: very clean, spacious, bathrooms in every room, close to the beach. The kitchen was more stocked than I had expected from the previous reviews. Cons: there were electrical issues in the kitchen. We kept having to reset the breaker when using certain appliances. The upstairs AC stopped working after the first night. I contacted the Vacasa guest services the second evening and they said they would send someone out the next day. No one ever showed up to service the house, so we spent the next two nights without AC. Luckily, the outside temps were in the mid-70's so the ceiling fans were sufficient. There was also a loose step at the top of the stairs in the garage which could've easily caused a fall for the unsuspecting guest. Despite the quirks of the house, we would definitely stay here again in the future and have already recommended to several friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

An Honest Review

Is this ok for a public review: We had a great weekend at the house. It is beautiful, in a great location and very spacious. The downstairs is very comfortable and accommodates a large group well. If you are planning to rent this home with a large group, please be aware that you will need the following: oven mitts, baking sheets, paper plates, drinking cups, coffee mugs, and kitchen knives. There are a few of these items in the home, but not enough for 12. The grill is a small hibachi grill requiring briquettes. The AC upstairs does not work, and although guest services is very accommodating and responsive, we were given the following information: "Thank you for patiently holding. The update on the matter is AC does work and has been checked by multiple techs. The house is just very large and has a metal roof so the AC has trouble keeping up. Our best suggestion is to keep fans on and window blinds closed. Is there anything else I can do for you?" Our trip was in late April, so outside temperatures were in the high 70s, but the air upstairs in the house was 82 in the evening. We just spent most of our time downstairs and several guests chose to sleep on the comfortable couch in the room by the kitchen, however, the motion sensitive lighting was a bit of a problem when trying to sleep in that room. Despite the AC issues, we had a wonderful trip. The location is great, the property is beautiful and the house itself is gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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