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You can see the boat tie up.

You can see the boat tie up. The steel roof, tinted glass and solar shades make the home cool in summer. The Pelican. The canal leading to the bay viewed from the large deck. In this photo, the bay can be seen just beyond the house in the middle. Large sunny master bedroom with king size tempurpedic bed and black out shades. Large, spacious family room with leather furniture and laminated flooring The kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The large, fully equipped, brand new kitchen. The upstairs bunk room has 6 beds total (2 bunk beds and 2 singles) Street view with covered parking for 2 cars Large bathroom with separate room for toilet View from across the canal Upstairs bathroom with toilet, vanity and shower Beautiful staircase to the second floor Comfortable queen bed in second floor bedroom View from the second floor

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Last updated: 05/22/2013
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  • Minimum stay:2 nights
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets allowed:Yes
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

Pelican's Retreat is relaxed, comfortable and freshly updated. We built it to be easy to care for, so we chose leather furniture and laminate flooring. We wanted to be sure that we could spend our days enjoying the beach and the sunny days.
Let me describe it to you. Pelican's Retreat has a spacious family room (18 ft x 26 ft) and a large kitchen (17 ft x 11.5 ft). Large families will feel at home. It's open floor plan (1,900 ft) and high ceilings enhance the feeling of spaciousness.
There is a large master bedroom on the first floor with a king size bed. The second bedroom (on the second floor) has a beautiful queen size poster bed. There is a bunk room with 2 twin beds and 2 sets of bunk beds. That is a total of 8 eight beds with plenty of space for 10.
Pets (with size restrictions) are welcome with advance agreement. This is a non-smoking home.

Keywords: canal house, cottage, near beach, bayside, rental

Property Type

  • 2 story
  • House
  • 1900 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

      • Vacation Rental

      Meals

          • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

          Suitability

          • Pets Considered:

            Please discuss your pet with us. Pets are considered on a case by case basis. A refundable Pet Deposit required....morecollapse

          • Children Welcome:

            Children love the beach. They can make sand castles on the sandy beach and run in the shallow surf....morecollapse

          • Non Smoking Only:

            Smoking in the home will result in the loss of the damage deposit....morecollapse

          • Minimum Age Limit For Renters:

            Must be 26 years of age or older to enter into rental agreement....morecollapse

          • Long-Term Renters Welcome

          Bedrooms

          • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, Beds for 10
          • Master bedroom
          • 1 king
          • First floor room with large windows and black out shades.
          • Upstairs bedroom
          • 1 queen
          • This a large room with generous closet space.
          • Bunk room
          • 2 twin/ single, 2 bunk bed
          • Black out shades in every window and an overhead fan
          • Details:

            Master bedroom with king size bed Tempurpedic adjustable bed. Upstairs bedroom with very attractive 4 poster queen size bed. Bunk room with 2 twin beds and 2 sets of handsome, wooden bunk beds...morecollapse

          Bathrooms

          • 2.0 Bathrooms
          • Main floor bathroom
          • combination tub/shower, toilet
          • A very large bathroom with a toilet in a separate room.
          • Upstairs bathroom
          • toilet, shower
          • Generously sized shower, no bathtub, large vanity.
          • We supply lots of thick towels.

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Kitchen:

            A large eat in kitchen. Fully equipped, brand new kitchen with stainless steel, top quality appliances....morecollapse

          • Cooking Utensils:

            Everything that you can imagine, toaster oven, coffee maker, microwave and crock pot....morecollapse

          • Dishwasher:

            I have provided dishwashing machine detergent. Please don't use any other brand...morecollapse

          • Dishes & Utensils:

            Fully equipped with pots and pans and flatware and dishes for 10....morecollapse

          • Microwave
          • Coffee Maker
          • Toaster

          Amenities

          • Washing Machine:

            The is a high efficiency washer. So, I have provided 'he' washing machine detergent. Please use very little 1/4 cup is plenty....morecollapse

          • Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer:

            The driveway is wide enough to use when an RV is parked in the driveway. There is also a boat tie up under the deck....morecollapse

          • Air Conditioning:

            The house is easy to air condition because each room has a fan, tinted windows, solar shades and good insulation....morecollapse

          • Linens Provided:

            The house is liberally stocked with quality towels, bedding and mats. You won't need to bring anything....morecollapse

          • Living Room seats 10:

            Large, comfortable room with black leather furniture. You will feel right at home....morecollapse

          • Parking Off Street:

            Covered parking for 2 vehicles and more in the driveway....morecollapse

          Other Amenities

              • Details:

                Master bath is very large and has a toilet in separate room. There is a full laundry room...morecollapse

              Entertainment

              • Television

              Communications

                  Outdoor Features

                  Theme

                  • Family
                  • Romantic
                  • Tourist Attractions

                  Location & View

                      • Waterfront:

                        Lovely canal house with boat tie up (not a full slip), has direct access to the bay by boat. Fishing and crabbing from the canal. Cooling, onshore breeze on the large deck....morecollapse

                      Activities

                      • Playground
                      • Surf Fishing
                      • Sound/Bay Fishing
                      • Pier Fishing
                      • Wind-Surfing
                      • Fishing
                      • Cycling
                      • Sailing
                      • Swimming
                      • Kayaking
                      • Groceries
                      • Fitness Center
                      • ATM/Bank
                      • Shelling
                      • Miniature Golf
                      • Boating
                      • Horseback Riding
                      • Bird Watching
                      • Beachcombing
                      • Wildlife Viewing
                      • Shopping
                      • Restaurants
                      • Live Theater
                      • Botanical Garden
                      • Water Parks
                      • Theme Parks
                      • Recreation Center
                      • Marina
                      • Deepsea Fishing
                      • Jet Skiing

                      Other Activities

                          • Details:

                            Jamaica Beach is a small coastal community with all the essentials: a gas station, a small food market, a public boat ramp, a restaurant, a hardware store (great advice on any subject) and a gift store. Jamaica Beach is a sociable community with community bar-b-ques and a women's club (the Jamaica Janes). Of course, the most important feature of the area is the beach. It is long, gently sloping and very inviting. The weather in the summer is always sunny. Galveston is the nearest city (30 min). It is known for its wonderful seafood restaurants and old Galveston Strand. Before the hurricane in 1900, Galveston, not Houston, was the important port on the Texas coast. Vestiges of Galveston's history include a number of old mansions that are open to the public, a hurricane museum, and a shopping area; all well worth a visit. Or you can tour the restored tall sailing ship, the Elissa. Galveston also features 3 glass pyramids containing a botanical garden with exotic birds and animals and a water park. Deep sea fishing tours are available or you can choose from the many fishing piers. There is a very large cruise ship terminal with departures for carribean tours. The Grand 1894 Opera House has an active summer season. ...morecollapse

                           

                          Reviews

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                          • We had an amazing stay!!! Happy wife; Happy life :)

                            We had an amazing stay!!! Happy wife; Happy life :)

                            • Guest kolste family vacay
                            • Date of stay 11/21/12
                            • Review Submitted 04/06/13
                            We enjoyed our stay at this amazing property. I searched hundreds of properties, and either they were nice but too expensive, or affordable but didn't look so nice. It all changed when I saw this rental. I felt like writing a positive review even before we got there since the property manager, Karen, was SUCH A PLEASURE to deal with!! She was so helpful and accommodating. The bed/bedding was heavenly comfortable. (And I'm usually very picky with these things). The entire property was immaculate and tastefully decorated. It is conveniently located on the water, so we were able to keep our boat in the slip in between our outings. It is also literally minutes to the beach. The back deck is perfect to watch both the sunrise and sunset over the peaceful bay. This place was immaculate both inside and out, and had everything we needed. If you want a great place to stay at an affordable price; this is the spot. We had a pleasant experience, from booking our stay through our departure. We’ll be back!

                            Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway.

                            Owner response: We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We plan to stay next weekend and can't wait to get on the beach with the dog!

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                          • Great Place to Stay

                            Great Place to Stay

                            • Guest Beachmom
                            • Date of stay 07/16/12
                            • Review Submitted 01/06/13
                            We spent several days here while in Galveston for a family wedding. The house was brand new inside. Spotlessly clean and had all the comforts of home. We would definitely book this house again.

                            Recommended for: Age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

                            Owner response: Yes, we feel right at home too!

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                          • Jamaica Beach Lover

                            Jamaica Beach Lover

                            • Guest Bean
                            • Date of stay 08/30/12
                            • Review Submitted 09/06/12
                            This place is beautiful in every way! Our dog enjoyed it as much as we did! Super cool and we will definitely rent it again!

                            Recommended for: Girls getaway, families with young children, pet owners.

                            Owner response: We are glad you enjoyed your visit. I keep looking at our kayak and waiting for the water to cool down. Soon, it will be time for us to start kayaking and swimming in the canal!

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                          • Great Rental!

                            Great Rental!

                            • Guest ct2012
                            • Date of stay 08/13/12
                            • Review Submitted 08/28/12
                            This vacation rental was awesome! Home was extremely clean, had comfortable beds and nice sheets, clean towels and plenty of them. Comfortable inside and out. I would recommend this home to anyone!

                            Recommended for: Age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway.

                            Owner response: We love it too! Anne

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                          • sky blue pelian jamaica beach

                            sky blue pelian jamaica beach

                            • Guest jerry
                            • Date of stay 07/22/12
                            • Review Submitted 07/29/12
                            took grandkids go every year and this was one of the nices home we ever stayed in very nice

                            Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, pet owners.

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                          • 5 STARS

                            5 STARS

                            • Guest Tina
                            • Date of stay 07/08/12
                            • Review Submitted 07/22/12
                            My family loves Galveston and we rent beach properties at least once a year. I have to say that compared to all of our experiences this is a beautiful rental. Top of the line appliances, nice linens and housewares...I certainly hope all future renters treat this property with respect it deserves because raely do you find a beach or bay rental this nice. Cheers to the owners for sharing this gem!

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                          Rental rates quoted in: US Dollars
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                          Base Rate
                          2 night min stay
                          $375
                          $2100

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                          Calendar

                          Last updated: 05/22/2013
                          Check availability
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                          21 Unavailable
                          22 Today
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                          Location

                          • Nearest Motorway: San Luis Pass Rd at 1 Miles
                          • Nearest Beach: drive to the beach at 1.7 Miles
                          • Nearest Restaurant: Blue Water Grill at 1 Miles
                           

                          Owner info

                          Year Purchased: 2012

                          About the owner: We spend our winter weekends in the house, kayaking when it is warm enough. Together, the 3 of us (my husband, our dog and I) travel the canals with my husband in the kayak and the dog and I swimming beside the kayak. The dog and I rest on the kayak or my husband tows us when we are tired. The bulkhead has a ladder for me, and a ladder for the dog. However, the real reason we go to our house is to watch our beautiful dog race through the waves chasing the birds and retrieving the ball. We live in Houston and are transplanted Canadians. It is too hot in Texas for us, so we have the perfect plan. We enjoy our Jamaica Beach home on winter weekends and let other people stay there in the summer. Pelican's Retreat is celebrating its first anniversary. It was a good year; the house was rented most of the summer, quite a bit in the winter and we received nice reviews. We were still able to squeeze in some weekends for ourselves. So, we look back over the year with pride. Karen Anderson will be greeting you and helping with any problems that you might encounter. She has lived in Jamaica Beach for many years and knows everything there is to know about the area.

                          Why the Owner Chose Jamaica Beach:
                          This was my father's beach house until the hurricane took everything but the shell away. I inherited the house from him and my husband and I rebuilt it. So, the house is all new through out.

                          The Unique Benefits at this House:
                          Pelican's Retreat was rebuilt for our enjoyment, so we made sure that it was like a home. We never intended to rent it. This means that everything is fresh, new, and high quality. There are other special things about Pelican's Retreat. It has a very large deck with a cool breeze. We own the lot next door which is a perfect place to have a wedding reception.


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                          • Primary: +1 409-996-9863

                           

                          Photos

                          • You can see the boat tie up.

                            You can see the boat tie up.

                          • The Pelican.

                            The Pelican.

                          • In this photo, the bay can be seen just beyond the house in the middle.

                            In this photo, the bay can be seen just beyond the house in the middle.

                          • Large, spacious family room with leather furniture and laminated flooring

                            Large, spacious family room with leather furniture and laminated flooring

                          • The large, fully equipped, brand new kitchen.

                            The large, fully equipped, brand new kitchen.

                          • Street view with covered parking for 2 cars

                            Street view with covered parking for 2 cars

                          • View from across the canal

                            View from across the canal

                          • Beautiful staircase to the second floor

                            Beautiful staircase to the second floor

                          • View from the second floor

                            View from the second floor

                          • The steel roof, tinted glass and solar shades make the home cool in summer.

                            The steel roof, tinted glass and solar shades make the home cool in summer.

                          • The canal leading to the bay viewed from the large deck.

                            The canal leading to the bay viewed from the large deck.

                          • Large sunny master bedroom with king size tempurpedic bed and black out shades.

                            Large sunny master bedroom with king size tempurpedic bed and black out shades.

                          • The kitchen with stainless steel appliances.

                            The kitchen with stainless steel appliances.

                          • The upstairs bunk room has 6 beds total (2 bunk beds and 2 singles)

                            The upstairs bunk room has 6 beds total (2 bunk beds and 2 singles)

                          • Large bathroom with separate room for toilet

                            Large bathroom with separate room for toilet

                          • Upstairs bathroom with toilet, vanity and shower

                            Upstairs bathroom with toilet, vanity and shower

                          • Comfortable queen bed in second floor bedroom

                            Comfortable queen bed in second floor bedroom

                          Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #413463

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                          Date last modified - Thursday, May 23, 2013

                          $375 per night (USD)
                          6

                          2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom
                          Sleeps 10


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