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Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Beach
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 1092.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bermuda Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Spanish Grant Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Third Bedroom

1 Queen Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views


Get ready to sit back, relax and enjoy your best vacation at Xanadu, a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2nd row beach cottage in Galveston. Enjoy gulf views with your favorite drink on the spacious deck or spend your days on family-friendly Bermuda Beach. Spend your evenings listening to the sounds of the waves or relax on one of the large comfortable sofas playing board games, reading a book or watching a movie. This home has a fully stocked kitchen and a lower outdoor patio for grilling. Just 10 minutes from Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn, shops and restaurants and only 20 minutes from the Pleasure Pier and Downtown Galveston. Whether you are travelling with family or a group of friends, this is the place for you!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
NO LOUD PARTIES/GATHERINGS ALLOWED ON PROPERTY
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
2 pets welcome for addtional fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the property
MAX Occupancy is 10. Over-occupancy will result in a cancellation of this agreement with no refund.
No smoking or vaping inside the property
No events or parties

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
Note from host: NO LOUD PARTIES/GATHERINGS ALLOWED ON PROPERTY
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 GVR05911

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Galveston

Located on 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. Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center for a night out or Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bermuda Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Spanish Grant Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hershey Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pirate's Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Island Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views on 29 June 2026 start from AU$604, 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 from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Steps from Beach! Pet friendly home with an abundance of beach and ocean views located?

Nestled on the beach, this West End cottage is steps from Bermuda Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Galveston Island Beaches. West Beach and Spanish Grant Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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. 80 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 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

Barbra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing location and super clean property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect weekend stay! So many extras in the home that were already provided! Water, soda in the fridge, a bottle of wine and fresh flowers on the table when we walked in. Super easy check in and out. Just steps away from the beach. We will definitely try to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for what we wanted. Close to the beach and perfect for our little family getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a place! Decorated beautifully and had everything extra we needed during our stay! Even a pack and play and high chair for my baby. Beautiful views from the porch and host was extremely responsive and welcoming. Just a short walk to the beach and we can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location basically on the beach and out of the way from the busy part of Galveston, yet still close enough to do everything we wanted. Communication was excellent with our little ac hiccup, which was quickly handled. Super well stocked beach house, we didn't need to pack anything extra at all!My family and I loved our stay and look forward to going back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay. The house is in a great location with easy access to the beach. The host was very attentive and checked in on us to make sure we had everything we needed. The house is stocked with everything you could need as well as beach essentials as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nono D.

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

Beautiful stay!

We love our stay at this fully furnished and well accommodated place! The vicinity to the beach is definitely attractive! We will want to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Thorough Enjoyment

Our group stayed at the house for a week. The house is as advertised, very comfortable and very well stocked. The owner was available and very easy to communicate with (even late night while having a VRBO booking glitch). Definitely will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irma H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place to stay. Steps from the beach. The cottage is well stocked and decorated tastefully. The owner makes sure yiu have everything you need. The fresh flowers were a welcoming touch. Julie is very easy to talk with and she goes above and beyond to accommodate your needs. We will be staying here at our yearly Galveston trip. Thanks for everything Julie.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn C.

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

Chillin in Bermuda Beach Galveston

Last minute weekend trip from Houston. Very comfortable, relaxing and perfect beach location in West end. Our host Julie was very accomadating and the rental has everything you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia S.

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

Convenient and well equipped house!

We loved our stay. This house is so great for kids, with tons of games, double bunk beds, and beach toys and chairs. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable. The house was very clean. Views were also beautiful..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

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

Wonderful stay - great hosts

Had a great time. The property was every bit as good as advertised, exceptionally well provisioned, and Julie couldn’t have done more to make our arrival and stay as smooth as possible.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff F.

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

Labor Day Relaxation

We had a great stay over the Labor Day Weekend. Nice place with good view and easy access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brady P.

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

Memorial Day weekend

Fabulous extended weekend stay at a quaint beach house with an ocean view. Only steps away from Bermuda Beach. The house was well appointed.The property was awesome, but the host was more awesome! She had everything one would need to entertain guests and she was very welcoming. Excellent stay I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Amazing

Wonderful property and top tier host!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

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

Summer get away

Awesome experience! Would highly recommend and will plan to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas K.

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

Fantastic Beach House

The house is clean and well maintained. It comes with lots of amenities (everything you would want for the beach, closet of toys and games, a grill and more). It is steps from the beach. The hosts are also extremely helpful and accommodating. Easily the best VRBO hosts I have worked with.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Nice getaway

Nice property on beach and close to town. Clean, well stocked and super nice owners. Will return for future stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Great location right by the beach!

Our family took a beach vacation at this lovely location - the deck was perfect for reading and listening to the waves. Everything was set up nicely for guests with all the house things and beach things you could need. I would chose this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Wonderful locations and house!

We had a wonderful time! Clean, great view and a pleasure to coordinate with. What more could one ask for?!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew G.

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

What a weekend

Our family decided last minute to head to the beach, and boy are we glad we did! The house was great, tons of amenities, very clean, right on the beach. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Everything was wonderful!

We really enjoyed our stay. The host responds very quickly to all inquiries and is very easy to work with. They left lots of extras in the house for us like snacks, a bottle of wine, coffee and kitchen staples in the refrigerator. The house was clean and comfortable. There's an amazing view and a very short walk to the beach. We would definitely stay at this location again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian G.

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

Great stay for local family

We live in Galveston and like to get a beach house every once in a while for a staycation. This house was great and served our needs very well. The location is great and close to the city so if you want to get in to hit a restaurant or other amenity this is a great location. The house itself was well appointed and clean - there were games, movies, and everything you need for a good beach setup. Working with the host was easy and she helped make our stay excellent. I hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaylie F.

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

Relaxing Vacay

The property was really close to the beach. Great views. It rained a few days while we were there, but they had a ton of board games, card games, and puzzles. We got to take our beagle with us to show him the ocean for his first time. It’s nice they are dog friendly. They provided a lovely bottle of wine for me and my husband. The hosts Julie and Laurance were very kind and attentive. I would recommend this place to others. It was a 10/10 experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Wonderful

We loved this beach house for our family getaway. It had all the things we needed even for our baby and beach items. Our favorite part was the very close proximity to Bahama Beach. We loved having a temperature controlled outdoor shower for being able to rinse off after being at the beach. Julie was very responsive and accommodating. We will stay here again when we come back to Galveston.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Julie and Laurence Hayden

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We are locally based residents, living within a 60 minute drive of Xanadu Beach Cottage. We clean and maintain the property ourselves and love to provide a more personal touch to our guest's vacation.

Why they chose this property

Bermuda Beach is lovely smaller beach community, the residents and beach home owners do a lot to keep it a beautiful family orientated location. There is a smaller parking area on the beach as you drive in but the rest of the beach is vehicle free.

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