Best of Times - Make family memories! - Galveston

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Pretty beach house in prestigious Pirates Beach. Just 2 blocks to the beach!

Grab your favorite drink and come & relax on the deck at Best of Times! Ahhhh!

Master features a queen bed, dresser & separate entrance onto the fabulous deck

Sun-filled master bedroom has comfy Queen bed. Relax after a day at the beach.

Second bedroom has a queen bed and plenty of storage space.

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Location
Host

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Galveston, TX

Pirates Beach4 min walk
Broadway5 min drive
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark13 min drive
Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)88 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

Best of Times - Make family memories!

Best of Times Beach House is well-equipped with charm, gulf breezes, comfortable furnishings, and all the luxuries of home. This Pirates Beach cottage is perfect for family vacations.
Relax on the large decks, dine on the shady bottom patio, or take a short walk to the beach for sun, sand and surf.
Cook dinner in the well-equipped kitchen or follow the tips in the Best of Times Beach House guide book and try the locals' favorite restaurants.
Best of Times is 2 blocks to the beach. Your family will fall in love with prestigious Pirates Beach and its peaceful, private beaches. It is just beautiful here.
Galveston's laid-back island vibe will ensure your family will relax and make memories. Enjoy Schitterbahn and Moody Gardens, both just minutes away. Learn about Galveston's history through the many museums, or shop the eclectic boutiques on the Strand.
The house has everything you need to relax, including an outdoor shower, patio furniture on both decks and the huge patio, a well-stocked kitchen with brand new, top-of-the-line appliances, and a large flat screen tv with dvd.
When you are ready for the beach, it’s a short walk away! Beach toys, and life jackets are provided for fun in the sun. Our family home is kid-friendly and pet-friendly (Pets require a separate $100 fee), but it is non-smoking.
Please, only responsible renters over the age of 28.

Property manager

Christina Hergenrader

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Pool

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 3 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

This property accepts cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number GVR01264

About the area

Galveston

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Pirates Beach, 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 Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Broadway and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting.

Galveston, TX

What's nearby

Pirates Beach - 4 min walk
Bermuda Beach - 4 min drive
Broadway - 5 min drive
Moody Gardens - 13 min drive
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 13 min drive

Getting around

Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

Jimmy's on the Pier - 10 min drive
Galveston Country Club - 3 min drive
Galveston Island Brewing - 11 min drive
Viet Cajun - 10 min drive
Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best of Times - Make family memories! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Best of Times - Make family memories!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best of Times - Make family memories!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best of Times - Make family memories! located?

Located in Pirates Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach. Galveston Country Club and Galveston Island State Park Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

15 Apr 2024

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

Everything and the Kitchen Sink

We looked at a lot of beach houses before deciding to book this one because of its great reviews and included supplies—fishing poles and gear, crabbing supplies, yard games, tons of beach gear, coolers, board games, lots of towels, a golf cart, and lots more. Our kids had a blast, and we saved so much money from using their supplies. We highly recommend this rental!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

2 Apr 2024

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

It was the best of times!

We had a wonderful Easter weekend with sand, salt, sea, and some sunshine. The house was perfect for our needs; kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and we only had to bring the food! Very cozy home and being able to bring our fur babies was also an added bonus. The outdoor area was great for us and the dogs. We grilled and used the chiminea for roasting marshmallows. My kids loved the outdoor shower concept so much that’s where they showered. Also a huge bonus as they were sandy. The bedrooms were nice and comfortable and the deck was perfect for morning coffee. We had a wonderful time full of memories and happiness. Our kids are 3 and 7 and cannot wait to go back. The beach area is private so there weren’t too many people and no vehicles which was perfect. We aren’t sure who was more tired, the kids or the dog who all loved the ocean. The owners are very responsive and accommodating. Thank you for providing such a lovely place to stay! We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

16 Mar 2024

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

Great place!

Great place close to the beach. We had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nils C.

23 Oct 2023

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

Great location and family oriented home

The owners clearly try very hard to ensure families that stay here have everything they need, from games to beach supplies. They also self manage and are quick to answer questions and provide help if needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Aug 2023

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

Great house!

This house was perfect for our Girls Trip. I also rented the golf cart. It is really slow and not much power but it got us to the beach and back. Just a note to include more than one TP roll for each bathroom.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christina Hergenrader

I am a BOI (born on island) and grew up in Galveston, just a few miles from Pirates Beach. After moving to Houston and marrying a Midwesterner (and having four kids!), we have rediscovered how enchanting Galveston is. Through years of family vacations, all of us have fallen in love with Galveston.
Dreams really do come true! In 2013, our family discovered Best of Times, the perfect family beach house. Now, we are so excited to share it with YOUR family.
Our kids have lots of energy and busy schedules. Galveston is the perfect place for us to get away from the hustle and bustle of suburbia and enjoy each other. We are a Christian family, who would love to share this blessing with you.
We hope you also discover this beach house is perfect for making family memories. We hope you can reconnect with the people you love the most. We hope you can find your own Best of Times.

Why they chose this property

Best of Times is the perfect size. We go to the beach to relax, but we also go to be together. The large, open family room and dining area lets us enjoy each other. The three bedrooms and two baths gives us plenty of room to spread out.
Our family loves Pirates Beach. Ice cream trucks come by every afternoon, golf carts carry families and groups of friends to the beach, and dog-walkers and shell-seekers wave from the quiet streets below our deck.
The house is a short drive to the island's most interesting attractions; yet, it's far enough from the city that we can relax.

What makes this property unique

The large lower deck is shaded and has a refrigerator to keep your drinks cool. We also have toys and chairs for you to take to the beach.
We welcome pets, with some restrictions.