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Steps to Beach! 'Surf Cottage' in Galveston

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Galveston Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 800 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Living Room | Sleeper Sofa | Free WiFi
Dining & Kitchen Area | Electric Fireplace
Sitting Area | Futon
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

2 Double Sofa Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Steps to Beach! 'Surf Cottage' in Galveston

Escape to Galveston for a getaway at ‘Surf Cottage,’ a charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental. This home offers upscale amenities, including a large, wraparound deck, a well-equipped kitchen, and tasteful decor. Sip your coffee on the deck before strolling down to the beach for the day. When you've had enough of the waves, pile the family in the car and head to Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn, or the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier! Endless fun and sunny days await!

-- THE PROPERTY --

GVR05198 | Washer & Dryer | Beach Supplies | Central Location

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Twin Bunk Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Sitting Room: Futon

OUTDOOR LIVING: Wraparound deck, outdoor dining, lounge chairs, beach umbrella, beach chairs, beach towels
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TVs, electric fireplace, dining table, ceiling fans, open floor plan, nautical decor
KITCHEN: Electric stove, dishwasher, microwave, drip coffee maker, toaster, blender, cooking basics
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, central A/C & heating, towels & linens, complimentary toiletries
SUITABILITY: Stairs required for access, single-story home
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), no street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

FUN IN THE SUN: Sand Art Beach (0.1 miles), Galveston Island State Park (0.8 miles), Pirates Beach (1 mile), Sea Shell Beach (1 mile), Sunny Beach (5 miles), Galveston Beach (8 miles), San Luis Beach (13 miles)
FAMILY TIME: Schlitterbahn Waterpark (8 miles), Galveston's 61st Street Fishing Pier (9 miles), Moody Gardens (9 miles), Rainforest Pyramid (9 miles), Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (11 miles), Pier 21 (13 miles)
GALVESTON HOT SPOTS: Bishop's Palace (13 miles), Historic Downtown Strand Seaport Partnership (13 miles), Galveston Historic Seaport (13 miles), East End Historical District (13 miles), Fort San Jacinto Historic Point (15 miles)
AIRPORTS: Scholes International Airport (8 miles), William P. Hobby Airport (48 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed due to severe allergies
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: No more than 3 vehicles are able to park at the property
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access

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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: 18
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
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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
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number GVR05198

About the area

Galveston

Located near the beach, this cottage is in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston. 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 Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Broadway are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pirates Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palm Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Galveston Country Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Woody's Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seawall Coffee Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Bean Coffee and Cream - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Galveston Country Club - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Beach! 'Surf Cottage' in Galveston pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Beach! 'Surf Cottage' in Galveston?

As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Beach! 'Surf Cottage' in Galveston on 30 Apr 2026 start from AU$186, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Steps to Beach! 'Surf Cottage' in Galveston?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach! 'Surf Cottage' in Galveston?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach! 'Surf Cottage' in Galveston?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach! 'Surf Cottage' in Galveston located?

Located in West End, this cottage 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

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angie T.

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

Small and quaint but has everything you need!

This was a great stay with friends, short easy walk to the beach! The house is on the smaller side but very updated on the inside and had everything we needed for a fun birthday beach weekend with friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tameka

Location is key!

Place was in a great location just a short walk to the beach. Newly remodeled and spacious for a 2 bedroom. We enjoyed our stay and would for sure book again.

10/10 Excellent

Callie C.

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

Great Getaway!

So close to the beach! A couple rooms and it was a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Perfect for our weekend trip.

Clean, good neighborhood, perfect for our quick weekend trip with our kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Nice beach house

Nice place with easy access to the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanner Z.

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

Fantastic little beach house.

It was perfect for my family and I. Nice and cozy and decorated to feel like a beach cottage. The kids loved the beach just down the street. It has a great porch as well for sipping coffee and enjoying the birds in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AC a real issue as it was on 78 when we arrived. Didn't cool down till mid morning next day 70 degrees.Left it on 65 to keep satifactory temp during stay.Would have been ok if on reasonable temp before our arrival.Dishwasher was full. Outside trash was full.Property was in good condition, lighting very poor.Nice walk to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful and close to the beach!

The house is beautiful and very well-kept. It’s also a very short walk to the beach. The house had everything we needed and the outdoor shower was convenient when coming back from the beach. Would highly recommend to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Great place

We had a wonderful time ! The house is adorable and has everything you could possibly need. They even had beach toys ! The house is right down the street from the beach . We will definitely stay here again .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Excellent stay

The house was amazing!!! Great location and all the appliances worked well. It was well stocked so we didn't need anything. And quiet when we went to sleep. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, cute house! This house is a short walk to a very quiet beach, which is exactly what I was looking for. Pirates Beach is a great location due to being far enough from the Seawall to be quiet but close enough to drive back on forth for restaurants and shopping. Kitchen was stocked well and the pictures are accurate. Small suggestions: there is no laundry soap provided so make sure you bring some if you will do laundry. Also, the house gets warm at about 3pm until about 8. There are fans in each room but if you are a hot family like we are, that may be a concern. Otherwise great stay, easy check-in, clean accommodations!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica L.

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

Family Beach Stay

Perfect spot if you’re looking for a quiet beach stay. This house is walking distance to a nice, secluded beach on the west end of the island with about a 20 minute drive to popular destinations during peak time. Bedrooms are small, but the family spaces are ample.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Thumbs Up Review

This is a really nice cottage in an excellent neighborhood. We stayed for four nights but would have enjoyed staying longer. It's an easy walk to the beach, and just a few minute's drive from all Galveston has to offer. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lani

Awesome private getaway

This cottage was the best place we ever stayed at. It was quiet, close to the beach and a good distance from the Pier. My husband and I had a very fun weekend since having a baby and was a nice place to reset. Very very clean and cute layout! I would definitely come back!

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Galveston vacay

The house was perfect for us. So clean, stocked well with dishes, towels, sheets and blankets. Comfortable furniture with plenty of places to sleep. Close to the beach. We had a super time. I would recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne C.

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

Such a wonderful beach house!

We had a wonderful time in this cottage. Everything neat, and clean. Well appointed, and everything worked. 1/2 mile walk to the beach Close to Strand, Moody Gardens and Seawolf Park. Perfect house for our vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Toni V.

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

Accurate listing

The house is cute. They had beach toys and boogie boards. Had to put away dishes so couldn’t just run the dishwasher at check-out, but overall less chores to checkout than other places.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jamie w.

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

Perfect peace

The property is as-advertised, amply stocked for our stay. 1 residential block’s walk to the beach was perfect for us. Outdoor rinse platform was so handy & helpful. Much more space than nearby condos offer. Will look for this listing again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher F.

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

Vacation

We have two bad backs and the beds were pretty hard. Still dealing with the sore back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Amber D.

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

Summer trip 2024

Property was clean, rooms smaller than the pictures suggest but comfortable. Bunk beds wobbly for older kids. I believe there should have been a better stock of toilet paper and paper towels and towels in general. Although the washer and dryer helped. All in all it was a comfy stay for the week
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Desarae S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
This beach house had some ups and downs. We loved how close the house was to the beach, about a 5 minute walk away. The bedding was comfortable and we got to make ourselves at home. Downside was how hot the house was once we checked in and how it struggled to stay cool during our stay. It was 89 degrees at check in and did not cool down to 72 until 1am. We appreciate the house for providing 4 plug in fans but sadly it wouldn’t help that much. A few times when we left the house and came back the AC was set to 72 and we come back to the AC reading 79 after being out and about all day. One thing that was super scary was how we found a broken beer bottle at the outside shower station so we slipped that amenity. I did pick up a plastic wine bottle in case the property manager tried to blame us for leaving it behind. We were not going to touch broken glass at all!! I would highly recommend the property managers to do a better inspection for future guests that plan on checking in. Would have loved for the AC to been on to at least 80, property need a little bit cleaner as we found dirty dishes in the clean cabinet and can’t forget the alcohol left behind from a previous guest. One last thing the check in key pad was a bit faulty and the online instructions were incorrect as it stated turn a handle as there is only a number pad and push down tab to enter. Highly confused as how to rate this stay.
Broken beer bottle in the outside shower. Left behind by previous guest!
Wine bottle found right where you check in
AC off when we checked in and temperature in the house was 89°
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sera J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross L.

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

Labor Day Lū‘au

The cottage was amazing! Was very satisfied with the house and our stay. Was a pleasant walk to the beach…just make sure to bring bug spray! Overall very happy with everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

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

A house with a view

From the patio, the beach view is so pretty! Everything was very clean. The beds and pillows were so nice after a day of beach! The kitchen was well stocked with things needed to cook. The appliances are all in great working condition and clean as well. We are a family of five and it was the right size for sure. It is so nice to have a washer and dryer as well as a place to rinse off extra sand.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

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

Galveston

Very small quaint place. Was big enough for 2 people and maybe small kids. Had everything we needed except not enough plug ins in bedroom. Also did not have enough hot water for 2 consecutive showers. Was a very quiet neighborhood and half a block to beach which we walked. Overall was a nice, affordable place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

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