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4 Min. Walk to Beach, Great for Groups or Families

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Smart TV, books
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the area

Galveston

Located in Galveston (San Jacinto), this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Seawall. .This vacation home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Port of Galveston.

What's nearby

  • Galveston Seawall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Port of Galveston - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Seawall Grill - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

4 Min. Walk to Beach, Great for Groups or Families

Welcome to Awaken By The Sea! The house is located 0.2 miles from the beach or a four minute walk. Enjoy the view of the Grand Galvez and the beach from the front porch. You do not have to go all the way to the West End to house your whole family and friends. Originally built in 1960, this house has been renovated and contains 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Your family or large group will have plenty of space to enjoy the indoor and outdoor amenities.

If you would like to stay for an extended period of time (weekly or monthly), please reach out and we would be happy to offer a weekly or monthly discounted rate.

Galveston STR Reg. GVR15127 | Total of 2,300 SF | 0.2 Mi to Beach Access
Great for large family or friend group seeking a week of fun and exploration, this bright and breezy vacation home is the ideal home base for all your Galveston adventures!

Bedroom 1: King Bed (2 additional cots available)
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed
Bedroom 4: Four Full Beds (Bunk Room)

Bedroom 4 is located on the third floor and the access to it is up a steep set of stairs. This room is not ideal for babies or toddlers to sleep in alone as it would be hard to come down the stairs without an adult.

OUTDOOR SPACES: Charcoal grill (charcoal not provided), fire pit (firewood not provided), Adirondack chairs, outdoor shower, grassy area for yard games or parking.

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs w/ Roku (bring your own passwords), dining tables, modern decor, ceiling fans

KITCHEN: Fully equipped kitchen (main house), microwave, toaster, Hamilton Beach drip/K-cup combo coffee maker, Crock-Pot, waffle maker, air fryer, blender, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, spices

GENERAL: Free WiFi (300 Mbps), washer/dryer, linens/towels, keyless entry, central air conditioning & heating, complimentary toiletries, iron/board, cleaning essentials.

FAQ: Access only by stairs, 1 external security cameras (front door, facing out)

PARKING: Alley access parking in rear of property (could fit 3 vehicles) additional street parking (first-come, first-served)
In respecting the neighbors, please adhere to quiet hours from 10:30 pm to 7 am.

SANDY BEACHES: Galveston Beach (0.2 miles), Porretto Beach (1.0 miles), Stewart Beach (1.7 miles), Sunny Beach (7.5 miles), West Beach (9.4 miles), Bermuda Beach (10.8 miles), Galveston Island State Park (12.5 miles)

GALVESTON FUN: Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (0.5 miles), Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston (5.7 miles), Moody Gardens (4.7 miles)

HISTORIC SITES: Moody Mansion (1.0 miles), The Bryan Museum (0.4 miles), Galveston Railroad Museum (1.4 miles), 1892 Bishop's Palace (1.2 miles), Strand Historic District (1.0 miles)
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

Policies

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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4 Min. Walk to Beach, Great for Groups or Families Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is close to the beach. It was a great place for our family. Outdoor shower in back and secure parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean and just as pictured. Puctures provided in listing were accurate and up to date.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

yamileth r.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

enny t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family place

Great home. We were in town for a beach soccer tournament. 3 different families stayed at the home. The set up was perfect because all the boys stayed in the same room. The living area was big and we all fit perfectly. The host was quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Cruise

Perfect house for my family’s need. House was very close to Port of Galveston & is very close to some good restaurants!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

Great host and beautiful home. Excellent location. We loved our stay. We will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025