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Private heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and an outdoor pool

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Private heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach (Galveston)
Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis - Private heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach (Galveston)
Minutes from Galveston's cruise terminal, The Strand, and Stewart Beach, Gulf Haven offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Unwind in the heated private pool or lounge outdoors with a fire table and grill. A short 3-block walk to the beach is made easy with a wagon and beach gear provided.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Private heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach

Just 3 blocks from the sand and surf, Gulf Haven Galveston is your private resort-style retreat with a year-round heated pool, outdoor TV lounge, and fully equipped Viking/Bosch chef’s kitchen. Perfect for families, friends, and multi-gen getaways, this home blends modern luxury with laid-back coastal vibes.

TOP 3 PERKS
1. Resort-style heated pool & outdoor lounge
2. Short walk to the beach with gear provided
3. 10% off when you book using a mobile phone

LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS
- 3 blocks (6-minute walk) to the beach
- Stewart Beach – 0.6 miles
- The Strand – 1.2 miles
- Cruise Terminal – 3–7 minute drive
- Walkable to restaurants

OUTDOOR OASIS
- Heated pool (free heating year-round)
- Outdoor TV (swivels to face pool or lounge)
- Weber gas grill + prep counter
- Ping pong & yard games
- Fire table & shaded lounge
- Beach gear: wagon, chairs, umbrellas, toys, towels

CHEF'S KITCHEN
- Viking gas stove, oven, and fridge
- Bosch dishwasher
- Ninja cookware, Blendtec blender, Keurig
- Stocked with dishes, basic spices, and bakeware

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Master: King bed + en-suite bath
- Bedroom 2: King bed
- Bedroom 3: Queen + Twin bunks
- Pack ’n Play + foldable mattresses available
- Pottery Barn & Quince bedding

ENTERTAINMENT & LOUNGING
- Roku TVs in living room, 2 bedrooms, outdoor lounge
- La-Z-Boy sofa and upscale furnishings
- Board games, ping pong, yard games
- Fast WiFi

FAMILY FRIENDLY
- High chair, children’s dinnerware
- Pack ’n Play with crib sheets
- Room-darkening shades
- Pool safety locks & gate

PARKING
- Off-street parking for 1-2 vehicles
- Free street parking
- Three vehicles max

Please note the driveway is shared with the home next door. The right 1/3 of the driveway is reserved for that house. The driveway is slightly steep upon entering and a bit narrow. If you have a vehicle low to the ground, enter and exit slowly to avoid scraping the bottom of your vehicle.

Need additional space? You can also book the 1-bedroom / 1-bath guest house next door. Inquire for more details!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

MUSIC / QUIET HOURS 10 p.m.-8 a.m. (per city ordinance)
Keep food and drink in designated eating areas in the house and outdoors
POOL AND OUTDOORS Use pool at your own risk. Two life jackets are available. When using Weber gas grill, pull to open air area.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Kids playground in the backyard.

Events

No events allowed
Events of any kind must be approved by host.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Events of any kind must be approved by host.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 GVR12839

About the neighborhood

Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • East End Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Seawall Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Benno's - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Private heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Private heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach located?

This family-friendly Galveston vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of East End Historic District, Galveston Seawall, and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Private heated pool, 3 blocks to the beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lana B.

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

Amazing place!!

This place is beautiful!! Very well maintained. We didn’t want for anything here. Would recommend to anyone and it would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

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

Perfect family stay!

This house was beautifully styled and had top of the line appliances. The outdoor area was fabulous with lots of seating, a tv, and heated pool. It was a very relaxing vibe. I would love to stay here again! We had everything we needed and the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

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

Perfect Island Getaway

My coworkers and I used this property for a few days and it was perfect! Clean, plenty of amenities and you can beat the location - only a few blocks from the Seawall! Andy the host was fantastic and was extremely accommodating. I highly recommend this for anyone traveling into town and looking for a great option with proximity to the beach and just a short drive to the Strand.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn S.

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

Leadership Retreat

This property was perfect for our leadership retreat! The outdoor space allowed us to do teambuilding and planning while enjoying being outdoors. Everything was beautiful and well kept. We will choose this home again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brieanne O., Plano, TX

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

Best Rental

I stay in rental houses about a dozen times per year and this is my favorite I’ve ever stayed in. The beds, linens, towels were all so nice. They have thought of everything you could want. I will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie T.

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

AMAZING!!!

Property was BEAUTIFUL! Perfect for our family of 6. Pool was clean and warm, fun for all to relax in. Only 3 block walk to the ocean. We had a wonderful week!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

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

AMAZING!!!!

Amazing doesn't begin to describe our entire experience with our Host Andy C and the rental property. Everything was over the top fabulous.....and don't even get me started on the pool and outside entertainment area! I'm surprised we ever left the rental to go explore Galveston Island. This rental does not disappoint and is exactly as shown in the pictures and more so! Again, it was exceptional!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

NaShawn F.

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

Short Great Stay!

The property was beautiful and in perfect condition. We stayed one night to leave from the cruise port the next day for my wedding. Andy was a great host and responded back promptly to answer any questions. With the anxiety and excitement over the wedding we didn’t realize check out was at 10. We reached out to Andy and he was understanding and appreciated the communication. I wish we would have planned a longer stay to really enjoy such a beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B.

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

WOW!!!

We booked a weekend birthday get away with family and Gulf Haven was such a treat for everyone! The pictures do not accurately show how beautiful this home truly is. The attention to detail felt like a 5 star resort! Andy was so quick to respond and even had a birthday cake delivered to the house. To list every amenity this house has would be impossible!! Our favorite things besides the pooI, were the Viking appliance, pottery barn linens, outdoor living area, and the beach wagon full of everything for the beach. I hate to share how amazing this house is but gate keeping this adorable gem would be a crime.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

50th BD Celebration

The house is beautifully done, inside and out. Living room and kitchen are amazing, Viking appliances and comfortable seating for everyone. We only used the rear bedroom with attached bath. The matress is heaven!! The backyard is why i choose this house. Its an outdoor living room with a roof and the pool! Large sectional couch with a firepit and TV. Also, seating, bar, fridge and sink plus a full bath. My motorcycle fit through the front doors and you can lock them OR leave them open so Doordash can deliver pizza to you in the pool. I was celebrating my 50th and my wife and I loved this house. The weather turned cold on us on the 3rd night and i swam until the air temp was below 45. When it rained you can still enjoy being outside. Will come back next year for Lone Star Rally.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023