Location: Pirates Beach, Galveston, Gulf Coast, Texas, USA (Located beachside in prestigious Pirate's Beach community) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: House, beach house, beach cottage, beach home
This beautiful privately owned beach home is ideal for family get-togethers or a reunion of old friends. It's bright beachy decor puts everyone in a great mood. The house has a beach facing balcony to catch the summer breezes and a large yard for games, water slides & picnicing. The kitchen is fully equipped, allowing you to cook, grill or go out to the strand for dinner. The house is just 1500 ft from the beach! It is located in the prestigious Pirates' Beach area where the beaches are private and well groomed. Home includes all the creature comforts including gas grill, outdoor shower, patio furniture, large flat screen TV with DVD, & MP3/CD/Tuner Stereo System, satellite TV in bedrooms & den. Great location for a beach vacation & only a 10 minute drive to Schlitterbahn. This is a non-smoking vacation home and we do not rent to persons under the age of 28.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Full sized washer & dryer
- Dryer
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : access to the Galveston Country club pool 4 minutes away.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- This house includes access to the Country Club for golf, swimming pool, tennis, & club house dining.
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Shelling
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Nearby activities include a country club pool, golf, tennis courts, playground, marina, fishing & boat ramp. Located just 7 minutes to the seawall are Putt Putt Golf, Bungee Jump, Batting Cages, Fishing Piers, Movie Theater, Galveston Municipal Golf Course. Moody Gardens is 12 minutes away & offers The Rainforest Cafe, Pyramid, IMAX 3D Theater, Palm Beach, Discovery Museum, Ridefilm Theater and the Aquarium Pyramid. Schlitterbahn water park is 10 minutes away. Nearby Galveston Island Strand and Historic District offers art galleries, unique shopping, & upscale dining. For an afternoon excursion visit the Kemah Boardwalk, NASA, and Gulf Greyhound Race Park.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Weekend rates available after Sept 1.
Discounted rates for monthly rentals.
Off Peak Jan 16 - Feb 28 inquire for rates
Mid Peak Mar 1 - May 26 inquire for rates
Peak May 27 - Aug 13 $2100/week
Mid Peak Aug 13 - Oct 31 inquire for rates
Off Peak Nov 1 - Jan 15 inquire for rates
Add $135 Cleaning Fee with linens, Add tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Fantastic Pirate's Beachside Vacation Home - Molly's Dune
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Pirates Beach
My beach house is new construction (less than 4 yrs old), located in Pirate's Beach (Galveston's premier area for vacation homes) where the beaches are private and well maintained. It's the best beach in Galveston, and vacationer's & families love this area of Galveston. Pirates' Beach is 8 minutes from Moody Gardens & Schlitterbahn. It's the perfect location giving you quick access to the Strand & various attractions without the seawall crowds. You actually FEEL like you are on an island when you're in the Pirates Beach community.
The Unique Benefits at this House
This home includes access to the Galveston Country club for golf, tennis, swimming pool & dining room privledges. It's only 1500 ft to the beach, and the large yard is surrounded by a white picket fence. Enjoy a day at the beach, grilling shrimp on the BBQ and having a glass of wine on the deck, relaxing in the gulf breeze or a round of golf at the country club followed by a snooze in the hammock.
Owner's Map of Pirates Beach
I was born & raised in Houston, Texas. I purchased my Galveston home as a relaxing getaway for myself & family. I have stocked & decorated it as an "upscale but relaxed" weekend getaway. It is such a beautiful home & perfect refuge for enjoying the sea breezes & beach fun that I decided to share it with caring tenants. Come enjoy a break from the city heat, traffic & stress. You will feel your blood pressure drop when you step out of the car!
Property Photos
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- Spacious living room & den allows easy interaction with kitchen - Galveston, Texas Golf Course View Vacation Home
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- Kitchen is new and very well equipped with all the amenities of a private home - Galveston, Texas Golf Course View Vacation Home
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- Dining table expands to seat 10 + 3 barstools allow you to entertain a crowd - Galveston, Texas Golf Course View Vacation Home
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- Living/den area has two sofas (one sleeper sofa) and oversized seagrass chairs
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- View of living area from dining area
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- Master bedroom has new king bed & private full bath & room for twin air mattress
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- Second bedroom has a new queen bed
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- Third bedroom has new queen bed
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- Master bath
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- Gulf facing deck catches the beach breeze & has small dining table w chairs
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- Front deck facing the beach is less than 1500ft away & ample seating for 9+
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- Front view of "Molly's Dune" beach house in Pirate's Beach, Galv, TX
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- downstairs swing, hammock and outdoor shower
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- Outdooor dining table (seats 8) with new gas grill
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- Large sideyards & backyard allow for horseshoes, slip 'n slides or bocci ball
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- front of house from street
Traveler Reviews (18)
great house at Pirate's beach
Guest: bree
(Houston, TX)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11
Review Submitted: 11/07/11
Just returned from a long weekend stay at Molly's Dune. This house is lovely, everything is in top shape, clean, new. Loved sitting on the front porch and enjoying the breeze. The ocean is not visible from the house, but just a few short blocks to walk to the beach. I cannot recommend it more highly. It is very well maintained, even the flowers in the front and the well kept lawn which is enclosed with a white picket fence. So, it is kid friendly for sure. The lower ground floor space has a great table and chairs for out door dining and a propane grill. It was also nice to have access to the Galveston Country Club, although we never pulled ourselves away to take advantage of that.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
Labor Day Vacation 2011
Guest: Dee
(Houston)
Date of Stay: 09/02/11
Review Submitted: 09/09/11
We (4 adults and 4 young children) stayed at Molly Dune for the Labor Day weekend. We had a fabulous time! We did not want to leave. Molly's Dune is beautiful. We loved the bright decor and the beds and furniture were very comfortable. We all felt right at home. Everything was just as we expected and more. The fenced yard and upper deck gate was great for the kids. The outdoor shower was also very nice as to not track sand inside. We can't thank you enough for a fabulous vacation.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
We'll be back!
Guest: Dilla
(Houston TX)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/09/11
Our family of eight, including two teenagers, an 8-year old and a 4-year old, had a great time. We were very comfortable and even though the temperature outside was in the mid to high 90's, the Gulf breeze kept it pleasant and we spent most of our time outside -- on the front porch or the patio underneath the house or on the beach. We used the propane grill and ate at the table downstairs several times. Very clean, nicely maintained with comfortable furnishings and charming decor. We'll be back and will stay longer next time.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, families with young children.
Fantastic Home Away from Home!
Guest: Vickie
(Deer Park, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11
Review Submitted: 07/30/11
Your beach house was wonderful and it was definetely everything we expected and we totally enjoyed every single day of our stay! We were very pleased to see that everything you offered was truly there for the enjoyment! The house was very bright and cheery and very clean! The location was perfect for beach, stores, shopping, everything was in reach and it was nice to have the pool and golf course usage as well...that was a GREAT perk! The grandkids thought the place was awesome!! :) Again, we do appreciate you opening your home up to us to rent and should our next vacation be yet another beach house stay, Molly's Dune will for sure be on the top of the list! :)
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
Well equipped, nice home with Country Club Access
Guest: Jessica K.
Date of Stay: 07/02/11
Review Submitted: 07/19/11
We enjoyed our time at Molly's Dune. We normally stay in Pointe West but thought we would stay a little closer in for once. The house is well equipped and nicely located. You have access to the GCC for a daily fee of $5 per person for the pool, which has a covered kids pool. GCC itself is OK for a club, a little outdated. The porch on the house is very comfortable but there is no beach view at all. The walk to the beach is long in the summer heat if you are carrying anything other than a cold drink! The master bed is OK but not great. The kitchen stove is a flat top range. The decor is sparse outside of the paint in the two front rooms and the linens are not so very special. Overall, I liked the house well enough and enjoyed our stay. Nancy was easy to work with and very responsive. But, for the amount we paid in high season, I would probably pick a different house next time or return to Pointe West.
Owner response:I've never had anything but rave reviews on my home so I am surprised at a couple of this guest's comments. After reading her review I counted the "decor" on the walls and it totaled up to 56 peices of wall art not counting the "decor items" on shelves & tables.... so I'm not sure she actually stayed in my home, but the photos speak for themselves. The beach is a 4-5 minute walk away as clearly stated on the web description, and I even suggested that she drive her vehicle down to the end of the street at the beach if she had chairs, etc to carry... evidently she forgot to do this. The mattresses are brand new pillowtops, the same as I have in my main home, and I have received numerous emails & comments from guests regarding the "surprisingly cushy beds". Upon inquiring to rent my home this guest bad-mouthed her Pointe West experience so maybe she is inordinately difficult to please. My home has Pottery Barn and Ralph Lauren furnishings, but maybe she desires something different. I strive to assure that the guests in my home have a great experience.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, families with young children.
Fun gettaway!
Guest: girlies
(Houston)
Date of Stay: 05/20/11
Review Submitted: 05/23/11
We stayed at Molly's Dune over the weekend and we had a blast! The stay went by too quickly, so we are definitely planning a longer stay for next time:). If you are looking for a cozy beach house this is the place to go. The beach is a short drive away and there are several other locations to set up for your beach day:) We hope you enjoy!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.
relaxing weekend
Guest: amanda
(houston, tx)
Date of Stay: 05/13/11
Review Submitted: 05/23/11
We found this home very clean and comfortable. The decor is very nice, cheerful and uncluttered. We especially appreciated the gate at the top of the stairs, fenced in yard and uncluttered decor for the sake of our toddler. The kitchen was surprisingly well stocked for a vacation home. We cooked every evening and not once couldn't find the right tools. This house has everything! Nancy, the owner, was a joy to work with!
Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
RELAXING GETAWAY
Guest: Ginger
(Houston, Texas)
Date of Stay: 04/29/11
Review Submitted: 05/03/11
Our stay at Molly's Dune was AWESOME! We were excited to see how the pictures were a true reflection of what we saw when we got to the home. The location was great and we weren't far from area resturants, stores and attractions. Molly's Dune was across the street from the Golf Course and minutes away from attractions like Moody Gardens and other activities on or near the seawall. The house was very clean, spacious and maintained from top to bottom. The beach was just a nice walk away from the home. From the General Store across the way to surrounding neighbors, everyone was very friendly and welcoming. The owner was wonderful and very helpful in answering our questions and this made our stay even more enjoyable. I won't hesitate recommending Molly's Dune to anyone I know and I hope to visit again very soon!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
Great family vacation home - sparkling clean, charming and well appointed
Guest: sportsmom
(Houston)
Date of Stay: 04/21/11
Review Submitted: 04/25/11
The perfect size home for a family and outfitted with all the necessary kitchen and grill equipment to make the stay easy and comfortable; a short 5 minute walk to the beach. Would definitely stay here again as in all of your homes!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
Home-away-from-Home
Guest: DT
(Round Rock, Tx)
Date of Stay: 03/15/11
Review Submitted: 03/31/11
Nancy, just wanted to let you know we had a great time at your beach house. We had everything we needed for a nice, relaxing few days. It was nice to be away from the crowds in town, and we enjoyed walking in the neighborhood and on the beach. I love the way you've decorated the house, and it was very comfortable as well.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children.
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