only a 2 block walk to a private beach perfect for families
2 block walk only to a private beach Surf Shack is a perfect location. Open floor plan is ideal for entertaining and all rooms on same floor. W/ the lights on the Front deck listening to the waves at night is tranquil. vacant lots on 3 sides offer peace from neighbors. Cornhole, washer boards and horseshoes offer fun for everyone while at the house. Also 2 blocks to an amazing pizza place, large convenient store and liquor store makes for a great location.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 GVR08024
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Galveston
West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, is home to this holiday home. 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 Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Broadway are also worth visiting.
Is only a 2 block walk to a private beach perfect for families pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at only a 2 block walk to a private beach perfect for families?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at only a 2 block walk to a private beach perfect for families?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is only a 2 block walk to a private beach perfect for families located?
Located in West End, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Pirate's Beach and Galveston Country Club. Galveston Island State Park Beach and Palm Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Host was very responsive. Older property. Small refrigerator so bring a cooler for your beer and bottled water. Also... might want to bring your own coffee pot...or do what we did and get individual k cups for coffee. Overall, a comfortable place with a great host.
Host was very nice . We had a terrible start to our vacation due to our orginal rental ghosting us . The host communicated well and put my mind at ease . Great location . There was no washer or dryer available at this rental as stated on amenities .
Very comfortable beds, well stocked towels and kitchen, very clean, quiet neighborhoodWe did not need it, but there is no laundry equipment as listed...fyiWe would definitely stay here again!
We had a great stay in Galveston! The house was clean upon arrival and was super comfortable for our party of 7. The house had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. The beds were cozy, we had plenty of hot water, and the a/c worked great! Proximity to the beach was excellent as well!
The property is in an absolute perfect location if you want to enjoy a private beach away from the crowds. It was very clean and exactly what was presented online. I plan on renting it again in the future.
The house was well kept and clean, there were a variety of appliances in the kitchen available to use, all in working order and well maintained. Sean was quick to respond to questions and gave clear answers. Overall we had a great time!
The property was clean and ready for us. The proprietor was quick to respond to my questions. Property had a nice fenced in area that was common to the deck so we could let the dog out without worrying about him getting free. Easy 5 minute walk to the beach!
My family and furry friends enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back. Host was very responsive. We had everything we needed to cook and clean, sleep, shower. There is also a doggie door. Close to moody gardens, the pier and the local movie theater.
Elizabeth B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
4/10 Poor
Linda F.
23 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
vacation
The house had lots of problems. Stayed only one of our 2 nights.
Linda F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
2/10 Terrible
SUNSHINE T.
9 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not to good
Where to start rented for 3 days stayed 1 due to children being scared cause of mice in house...the house its self leans its not level,the couch is so dirty you can't even tell the real color.The walk to the beach is longer than 3 minutes it took us 13 minutes over 2 blocks would i rent again no
The house was perfect! Super close to the beach, very quaint, and pet friendly! Our dogs were very welcomed and we loved the dog friendly amenities of the house, like a doggy door and big fenced in yard. This was a great weekend celebrating an engagement with my fiancé and our friends. Made memories that will last a lifetime. The house was clean, the owner was very kind and personable and quick with communication if I needed anything. Overall a place I’d recommend for a small gathering, celebration, and weekend getaway
The property location is great. Short walk to the beach. A canopy is provided to take to the beach which is needed for the hot Texas sun. The rooms were spacious and so were the bathrooms. The place needs a few little updates and a few things repaired but overall it was perfect for us. We had our dogs so the fencing around the yard was great. It wasn’t in the best shape but as long as your dog doesn’t jump up on it, it serves its purpose. The porch was very nice. The bed was comfortable. We only used one of the 3 room so not sure about the other beds.
Michelle C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
4/10 Poor
DavidandTia F.
29 Dec 2024
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Outdated and Rundown
Full disclosure- I found this property listed for a very low price and booked it. After I booked the owner demanded I pay double or he would cancel. He will say this review is because I am upset about the. I am not. I felt he had genuinely made a mistake when listing and decided to pay what he asked. Pros-The walk to the beach was very short.The beach is beautiful. We walked all the way down to Jamaica Beach. The Patio on the home is a beautiful place to have coffee.There is an outdoor shower downstairs to rinse off.Cons-The home is very outdated.There are many maintenance and condition issues.The tubs don't drain properly.The smoke detector in one room was missing and wires were hanging out. Mice got into out food.The furniture was old and dirty.The owner is quick to respond. No issues with that. I would have left and asked for a refund if I had paid full price.
My family really enjoyed our stay at the property! It was nice and close for us to walk down to the beach every day and big enough to accommodate all nine of us comfortably!
Loved this house and our time there. The house was perfect for our two families. Loved the deck and outdoor shower. Had a great time and would stay again
Amazing place it was an exactly what we wanted and more! Our family and friends loved it! Rooms were clean and comfortable and ready to sleep in. Place was great all around. When we had issues even though it was late at night the Host responded immediately to help. If I can give this 10 stars I would! Would definitely recommend and come back for another stay!
Checking in was a breeze. The beach was wonderful, within walking distance. There weren’t many people around and we felt like we had the beach to ourself. The house was great. Plenty of porch space. The layout of the house was very open and enjoyable for our family to spend time with each other. Thank you for everything, Sean!
House was amazing beach was literally right out the back door neighborhood was great neighbors were great and a short drive to town. If you need to go to Walmart for anything I would definitely book it again. Me and my family loved it and the host was great too. He was very communicative and made sure we had everything we needed.
Cace S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Anesia M.
15 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Close to beach in a quiet neighborhood, some cons
Pros:
-comfortable beds
-big couch in living room
-filtered water faucet in kitchen
-games (dominos, jenga, cards) available for use
-air conditioner works well
-quiet neighborhood
-ample parking
-easy 5 minute walk to uncrowded beach
-beach toys, shade tarp, boogie boards for use
-outdoor shower to rinse off from the beach
-owner is polite and responds quickly to messages
Cons:
-No washer/dryer (which was an amenity stated in the listing). Very disappointing the home was misrepresented in this way! We are a family of 6 including 4 young children and we packed minimally assuming we could do laundry. The owner did apologize for the inaccurate listing, but it was still inconvenient.
-Some doors don’t close easily and some swing open due to the slight slant of the house.
-Limited cooking supplies in the kitchen, limited pots/pans/utensils, many are scratched and/or rusted, no oven mitts, only one small dish towel.
-The outside of the entire stove/oven gets VERY hot when in use.
-Dining room area is very small, the table is large and difficult to walk around.
-The house could be a little cleaner (under/behind beds, under toaster, etc).
Overall, this house is a good deal for the price with a great location close to the beach in a quiet neighborhood. As long as you don't need laundry and aren't looking for 5 star luxury accommodations, you should be fine. The owner is friendly and quick to respond, so that is a plus.
We had a wonderful stay. Some fun decor but everything we needed and close to the beach!
Isabella C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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Why they chose this property
Private beach it’s very peaceful for family’s and pets. No vehicles can be driven on the sand just a great atmosphere for kids etc. only 10 mins from DT Galveston
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