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Relaxing apartment - sleeps 4 - 2 blocks from beach - pet friendly

Apartment with a water park, 10-minute walk to Galveston Seawall

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Dining
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Galveston's best beachside retreat awaits at this second-story, fully-renovated apartment. Enjoy a king-size mattress with high-quality sheets and duvet, spa shower with Rain Panel & 8 Jets, original art from Texas artists and curated ambient lighting inside & out! Savor the flavors of your favorite coffee in a cozy space featuring a convection oven, range and induction microwave.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4420 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relaxing apartment - sleeps 4 - 2 blocks from beach - pet friendly

Second story, professionally-cleaned, recently fully renovated 420 square foot apartment. We offer a safe, comfortable beachside sanctuary for your much-needed and well-earned vacation.

We are "BOI" (Born on the Island) and love showcasing the best things Galveston has to offer. We are less than 4 houses away from award winning BBQ on the Island, and a quick walk to the Beach & best restaurants and nightlife. This unit is a second story garage apartment.

The space
- King-Size mattress with high quality sheets and duvet
- Spa shower with Rain Panel & 8 Jets
- Wood floors
- Original art from Texas artists
- Curated ambient lighting (inside & out!)
- Coffeemaker
-Convection Oven, Range and Induction Microwave
- Popcorn Maker & Popcorn
- Blender
- Coffee, Sweeteners and Powdered Milk
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, and an assortment of herbs and spices
- Beach Towels and Tent
- Big-screen, Smart TV
- Extra cold AC
- Comfortable Sofa
- Highest Rated Air Mattress on Amazon (Sound Asleep Dream Series, with 4 1/2 stars and 14,000+ reviews)
- Private off-street parking
- Security

Guest access
Please note that there is a separate free-standing home also located on the property- The garage (with access to the washer and dryer) is shared.

Other things to note
Regarding your pets, we are also dog-owners and dog-lovers, and understand how nice it is to have your four-legged family members welcome, too.

We appreciate the La Quinta policy- all breeds, all sizes, no charges. We have tried to adopt the same policy, and ask that you help us maintain it by:
(1) ensuring your pets are flea-free,
(2) ensuring pets are up-to-date on vaccines,
(3) keeping the property in good shape, trying to keep the effects of shed to a minimum (i.e. no shedding pets on the sofa/bed if possible),
(4) cleaning up poo,
(5) respecting other guests that may be staying in the front house, and please
(6) do not leave dogs that cannot be left alone, do not bring dogs that must be crated unless you bring a crate or dogs that have aggression issues unless you will be with them at all times when others are present.

IF YOU WANT TO BRING YOUR PET(S) WITH YOU, YOU MUST TELL US WHEN YOU BOOK. We need to let our cleaning service know. If you do not, EXTRA FEES WILL APPLY.

Across the street(ish) from Queen's BBQ, a 2 blocks to Brick House Tavern & Tap and Joe's Crab Shack. Not a fan of the National Chains? Not a problem, we love our local restaurants and bars too! Gumbo diner, Bronco Burritos, SHRIMP n' STUFF!!! All so close. With all the delicious seafood, how will you chose! And, of course, the MAIN attraction, the beach is a short 2 blocks where you can get your sun on and ride bikes along the seawall for some breathtaking views (and STELLAR people watching!!!) The Historic Galveston Island Pleasure Pier is less than a 1 mile away (a SUPER easy bike ride), and the Historic Strand (2.3 miles) for more delicious dining options and CANDY at La King's! The Galveston cruise terminal is less than 3 miles and Schlitterban/Moody Gardens, as is less than 4 miles away. Pro-Insider tip, for a good free time with your family, take a ride (in your car, or on a bike) out to the ferry terminal to Port Boliver in the evenings and take a free ferry ride (15 minutes each direction) over (and back) and watch the dolphins jumping up and around the bay. The kids will love it.

There is private gated parking available for free off back ally of house. Parking is a tight fit for larger vehicles, and you may need to park on the street in front of the house if your large vehicle won't make the turning radius. There are a variety of bicycle sizes for you to use in the garage, and you're welcome to store your own bikes in the garage. Galveston has spent a significant amount of time and money putting in easy to use bike paths throughout the East end making it very bike-friendly. It's often quicker to get around on foot/bike than it is to get stuck in your car on the seawall. Plus, your body and earth will thank you!!!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 420 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Quiet hours per City Ordinance is 10 pm. Neighbors will call the police for noise complaints. After 1st call, you will be asked to leave for 2nd call

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number GVR06405

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Port of Galveston - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Papa's Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Poop Deck - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Brick House Tavern + Tap - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing apartment - sleeps 4 - 2 blocks from beach - pet friendly pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Relaxing apartment - sleeps 4 - 2 blocks from beach - pet friendly ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing apartment - sleeps 4 - 2 blocks from beach - pet friendly ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing apartment - sleeps 4 - 2 blocks from beach - pet friendly located?

Located in Midtown, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Seawall Beach and Galveston Seawall. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Port of Galveston are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Relaxing apartment - sleeps 4 - 2 blocks from beach - pet friendly Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shalon S.

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

Nice place

Good location and clean. Easy walk to beach. Really enjoyed my stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scarlet G.

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

Relaxing place!

Clean place, very communicative property manager, and super comfortable! We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry H.

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

Weekend getaway

We had a great time. The location was perfect for our needs. Parking was a challenge. Just as stated but can be managed. Easy communication and quick response with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea H.

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

Close to amenities

Great location, easy to get around, great communication with owner. Bed was comfortable and place was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad H., Joplin

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

Quiet and cozy

Very cozy and close to attractions and the seawall. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela V.

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

Relaxing Vacation

The place was very clean. It had everything we needed. The bed was very comfortable. The location was awesome. We walked to the beach and restaurants. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

Aaron and Mom's vacay

Place was suitable. The dogs were happy so that made our stay very enjoyable. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginger S.

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

Perfect

Cozy spot for 2. The beach is an easy walk, yard was great for the pup, really liked we could park inside the gate, bed was extra comfy and the host was very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

More comfortable than home!

We loved our stay! The apartment has everything and then some - super comfy bed, amazing shower, great entertainment center - if we didn't love Galveston so much, we might have stayed in all the time (so this place is perfect if you catch a rainy day during your stay). Our host/manager sent us all the details ahead of our stay, and responded immediately when we locked ourselves out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Galveston alley apartment

This property is close to the beach, but in a very quiet neighborhood. It's ideal for one or two people. Property owner was very quick to reply when I had a question.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgia S., Plano

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

Great dog friendly apartment

Clean and comfortable apartment. Perfect for couple traveling with a dog. Comfy mattress. Well equipped kitchenette. Fully fenced yard. Awesome shower. Enjoy the incredible takeout from Queen’s bbq at the end of the block!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Rose C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Location was nice

Bring your own towels if you don't you will have wash there towels. Closet was there storage no place to hang our clothes. Pillows are like sleeping on a rock so hard. Bringyour ownyour own pillows
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Scott T.

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

Galveston Aug 2, 2025

for the most part all was good. I was a little grossed out by the refrigerator exterior, looked like the refrigerator was found on the side of the road, was covered in rust spots, the same for the shower curtain rod. The bathroom rug looks like it has not been cleaned in months. I was a little surprised by entering the location from a questionable ally way. I had to circle the property multiple times to ensure I was at the right location. I did have an issue with the AC unit in the bedroom, it was freezing in the room, so I tried to adjust it up a degree or two, then I had issues with the unit, but I got it fixed with the help of Kim. Also, just a suggestion, the pillows on the bed were super hard and woke up with a neck ache. Is there a reason why they were hard? not comfortable at all. Could not sign the guest book, it was full. Thank you Scott
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

angella B.

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

So cute & close to the beach!

Spent a week here & it was so wonderful being close enough to the beach to be able to walk there!The rainfall shower was amazing & very relaxing after a day in the sun!
Morning walk at sunrise looking at the pier
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John Erich d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nephews Birthday

The apartment was nice, some of the furniture is fraying and the cabinets and counters have been lived in. They have decent pots and pans that we were able to make our food with so we didn't need to eat out often. It takes about 10mins to get to other parts of the island, by car, but it was an easy navigation.The bed is the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in that I did not own, the pillows were absolutely incredible. Truly, best sleep of my year. We booked the apartment because of the shower we saw in the photos, and we don't have a nice shower at home. It was a little bit of a let down, not all of the nozzle turned on at the same time, but the overhead waterfall was a nice addition to the shower, felt like rain showers . I would bring your own towels, the once provided are a bit itchy and scratchy.Our feet did find dried dog bones and dog treats in the carpet during the night once, but as pet owners it was an easy cleanup, honestly, it just means that it is a PET FRIENDLY rental, which we wish we took advantage of.All in all an 8.5/10, there was nothing WRONG with the apartment, it did not have something that sent the experience over the edge BUT I am thankful it wasn't a catfish apartment (looked like the photos and nothing smelled).Would absolutely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

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

Great spot in convenient location

Happy with the place, was clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolfe M.

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

Always a nice place to stay!

The property is just the right size for us and 10 year old granddaughter. It is consistently clean and comfortable. She loves the backyard which is fenced in and short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kandice D.

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

Very cute & comfy

It was exactly as described, but I don't think they did the bed justice. It was sooo comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane O.

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

Excellent Stay

Very relaxing and a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine S.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

Comfortable and clean stay. Great location near the beach, shopping, and restaurants. Our dogs enjoyed the yard!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry W.

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

Mardi Gras 2025

Overall the apartment was clean, just what appeared to be dog hair in the sink. Also rugs in the bathroom would have been nice on the cold tile floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charles Roger W.

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

Cool garage apartment for island visit

This property (including the tricky parking situation) was accurately described by the owner in the online listing. Great location for visiting Galveston. The only downside: Because of recent heavy rains, the common mid-block alley-way (which provides access to the only designated parking spot) was a muddy mess, with several large potholes holding ankle-deep water. It made getting in and out of the parking spot (which requires exiting the car to open and close the gate) even more challenging.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

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

Great little place to stay

My husband, myself and out 2 small dogs stayed here over Christmas. We found the location to be awesome as it was walking distance to the water and many puppy friendly restaurants (about 2 small blocks). The place was clean and tidy, and the furniture was comfortable to sit and sleep on. The host was very responsive to any of the questions that i emailed to him prior to our visit!!The pillows were not comfortable (we did bring our own per the advice of another reviewer). The picture of the livingroom needs to be updated as the couch that someone could sleep on is no longer there and a smaller couch is now in its place, though it is comfortable. We would totally stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Penny S.

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

Just right for our stay and Affordable

Overall pleased. On vacation so dont expect to wash laundry and the bed linens were hairy. Was perfect for our stay, quiet walking distance to food and beach.would rent again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard W.

Liked: Communication

Weekend College Visit

Not bad, It meets the intent and worked for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024