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Newly Remodeled 1868 Cottage – 5 Bed / 3 Bath – East End Historic District

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10163.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, East End Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bishop's Palace
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Blue Room

1 Double Bed

Front Room

1 Queen Bed

Green Room

1 Double Bed

Kids Upper Loft

1 Single Bunk Bed, 2 Single Beds, 1 Double Futon and 1 Child Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms

Hallway Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Jack & Jill Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Kids Loft Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Newly Remodeled 1868 Cottage – 5 Bed / 3 Bath – East End Historic District

Welcome to The Blue Herron — A Comfortable Coastal Retreat for Families & Groups

The Blue Herron is thoughtfully designed to host families and groups with ease, offering plenty of space to gather, relax, and make lasting memories together.

With 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, the home comfortably accommodates a variety of sleeping arrangements:

1 California King bed
2 Queen beds
1 Full bed
4 Twin beds (perfect for kids or additional guests)
2 Full-size futons
1 Convertible chair
1 Pack ’n Play for little ones

A Primary Suite Designed for Families - Our spacious primary suite is a guest favorite—perfect for small families who want to stay together while traveling with a larger group. It features a luxurious Tempur-Pedic California King bed, along with a full-size futon and Pack ’n Play, giving parents and little ones a comfortable, shared space to rest and recharge. A Jack-and-Jill restroom with shower accomodates this space.

Upstairs, you’ll find the twin beds—an ideal setup for children, though adults are welcome as well. For safety and comfort, we recommend that the top bunk is best suited for younger guests. In the space you'll also find one of the futons and the convertible chair. A full size bathroom with bathtub and shower accomodate this space.

The spacious living room features a large L-shaped sofa that can sleep two, and there’s additional room in both the primary bedroom and living area for an air mattress if needed (not provided).

Gather & Dine Together - Enjoy meals and conversation with two indoor dining areas, each seating 6, plus 3 additional seats at the peninsula in the fully stocked kitchen. Whether it’s a quick breakfast or a full family dinner, there’s room for everyone.

Outdoor Living at Its Best - Step outside and unwind in the backyard, complete with:

A dining area that seats 6–8
A cozy sitting area
A firepit with seating for relaxing evenings
A charcoal grill for cookouts

In the front, the charming porch invites you to slow down and enjoy the coastal breeze, featuring a porch swing and two rocking chairs—perfect for morning coffee, winding down at sunset, or watching the fog roll in on a cool February evening.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Place trash in the receptacle located just to the left of the backdoor.
Gather used towels and leave them in the bathrooms. Leave used linens on the beds.
Lock backdoor, turn both a/c units up to 78°, and use the 'Kwikset' button on the front door to lock up.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No smoking inside. Use the ashtrays provided outside and empty prior to check out. Place all trash bags in the receptacles located in the backyard.
Please remove make-up or products that will stain sheets and pillowcases. Our goal is to provide you with fresh linens and all guests after you.
Place all used towels and rags from bathrooms and kitchen in the shower prior to check-out. Leave sheets on the beds.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 GVR14484

About the area

Galveston

Located in East End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near a water park and by the sea. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston 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. Moody Gardens and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • East End Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bishop's Palace - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of Galveston - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Bakery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Original Mexican Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Marmo Bistro - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Remodeled 1868 Cottage – 5 Bed / 3 Bath – East End Historic District pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Newly Remodeled 1868 Cottage – 5 Bed / 3 Bath – East End Historic District?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Newly Remodeled 1868 Cottage – 5 Bed / 3 Bath – East End Historic District?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Remodeled 1868 Cottage – 5 Bed / 3 Bath – East End Historic District?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newly Remodeled 1868 Cottage – 5 Bed / 3 Bath – East End Historic District located?

Located in East End, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of East End Historic District, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

B L.

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

Great property.

Would definitely stay again. Family loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We only stayed 1 night but it was fantastic. Very easy to get to everything. Plenty of space and a really cute house. We enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

great location

very beautiful house, large and cozy. With in walking distance of several great places to eat! I would totally stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house! The stay was perfect. Communication was on point. Couldn't ask for a better VRBO...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie W.

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

Beach house review

Everything was perfect with plenty of space for our group of 9!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pedro M.

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

Great stay

Only stayed for one night. But felt that we could stay there for a whole week next time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay at this clean and well equipped house. We needed a place that could accommodate a big group the night before setting sail on a cruise.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Nice house

We enjoy our stay. Beautiful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Other than some housekeeping issues the stay was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Beautiful Home Away from Home

Well supplied and beautiful decor, plus games and a turntable! Each space was welcoming and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce C.

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

Perfection

This was a quick one night stay before jumping on a cruise. The property was very clean and beautifully decorated. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy C.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Brandon

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We celebrate the legacy of our beloved and dearly missed grandparents, Ellis Lee and Jeffalene Herron. Galveston held a special place in their hearts—it was the backdrop to all our cherished Fourth of July family traditions and memories spent together.

Why they chose this property

The Blue Herron is perfectly situated on Broadway in Galveston’s charming East End Historic District, making it a breeze to reach the beaches or explore The Strand. Iconic landmarks like the League-Kempner House, Moody Mansion, and Bishop’s Palace are just down the road. Surrounded by beautifully preserved homes, the neighborhood offers a timeless glimpse into Galveston’s rich history.

What makes this property unique

Rebecka Behrman Tenant Cottage built 1868 and remodeled in 1913 and 1956.

Information written and complied by: Jami Durham, Historian - Buildings & Cultural History, Galveston Historical Foundation, July 2024.

German widow Rebecka Olmstead Behrman (1797-1886) built this Gulf Coast cottage for use as a rental property in 1868. Behrman was born in Oldenburg, Germany, where she married August Ludwig Behrman in his hometown of Hannover in 1824. Between 1826 and 1837, the couple had seven children, including daughters Augusta (1826-1902, Mrs. John Hermann Carstens), Theresa (1830-1912, Mrs. Heinrig Aschoff), Elise (1836-1912), and Sara (1837-1920) and sons George (1828-1862), Henry (1829-1863) and Friedrich (1832-1866).

In 1843, the Behrman family immigrated to Galveston, where George was one of the the island's earliest pharmacists. By 1850, Rebecka was a widow supporting five children still living at home. They relocated to Houston, where George Jr. worked as a merchant clerk to support the family. Rebecka, along with Sara and Elise, presumably remained in Houston during the Civil War while her sons all eventually enlisted in the Confederate Army, and by 1866, were all dead.

By January 1867, Rebecka had returned to Galveston and purchased two lots on Broadway, on the southeast corner of 17th Street, where she built two houses. Situated directly on the corner, 1627 Broadway (demolished 1913) served as the family's primary residence, which she shared for the remainder of her life with daughters Sara and Elise.

In 1868, Rebecka contracted to build 1623 Broadway on lot two, which she utilized as a rental property. In 1870, she gifted lot two and the tenant cottage to her youngest daughter Sara.

The 1868 Behrman tenant cottage is an example of a Gulf Coast cottage, one of Galveston's most common forms. Sometimes called Creole cottages, the one-and-one-half story, three-bay frame cottage features a side-gable with dormered windows.

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