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Relax at the sand shack

Vacation home in Galveston with kitchen and balcony

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View from front deck.
Exterior
Back deck
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Pirate's Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirates Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Relax at the sand shack

Comfortable beach home located in the well-kept Pirate Beach Subdivision. From the deck, you can feel the cool coastal breezes and take in the gorgeous view of the Gulf of Mexico. Sunbathe, swim, or just enjoy the sand and water. You are in the first block, and the beach is just four houses down.

You can rinse the sand off in the outdoor shower plus there is a half bath located at the ground level in the laundry room. Also, on the ground floor, there is a patio area with chairs and a barbeque grill.

An open concept—kitchen, living and dining area with large breakfast bar—are located on the first floor with three bedrooms (2 queen beds and 2 twin beds) along with two full baths. The kitchen is equipped with dishes, pots/pans, and small appliances as well as dishcloths and dish towels. Sheets and towels are provided for bedrooms and baths to accommodate six guests. The futon in the living area is available for additional guests if needed.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number GVR04661

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in West End, a neighborhood in Galveston. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Broadway are also worth visiting.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pirates Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Palm Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Galveston Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Viet Cajun - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Seawall Coffee Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Country Club - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax at the sand shack 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 Relax at the sand shack?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax at the sand shack?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax at the sand shack located?

Located in West End, this vacation home is steps from Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach. Galveston Country Club and Galveston Island State Park Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 156 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house location can’t be beat! Always ready and very clean for our arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was wonderful and so convenient to the beach! I could sit on the balcony and watch my big kids play in the sand! The house was clean and comfortable with plenty of amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owners very responsive and easy to contact. Beachhouse was cute, cozy and super clean. Nice big open living, kitchen, dining. It is well stocked with all the usual paper products, linens, etc, but had plenty of unexpected “extras”. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time to stay here. It’s clean, comfortable & beach access is very close. We love sitting on the deck where you can see the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sakief A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I have stayed here for the past three years and we have loved it every time. It is the only rental we will even consider when going down to Galveston!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third time here and we really enjoy it! Great location and easy access to the beach or a few minutes back to the east island. We never have issues!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa D.

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

Family getaway

Very nice house, Every thing was clean and very family friendly. Also very close to the beach. We would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy, the view was nice. Very clean. Everything we needed to cook. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the Sand Shack. Clean, comfortable and in the perfect location. The front deck was perfect for sitting & catching the ocean breeze. We loved being away from the chaos of the Seawall area but close enough to drive in to eat if we wanted.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Great place to stay.

SO NICE STAY AT THE beach,
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Beach getaway

House was perfectly located, comfortable and stocked with everything we needed to enjoy the beach. Host was easy to communicate with. Neighborhood was quiet and we had an amazing time. Will definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marian G.

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

Great stay

The location of the house is great for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lacy C.

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

Great family vaca house!

Comfortable, convenient, clean… just a few positives of staying here. We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

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

good times in classic beach house

We'd definitely come back - very well stocked, comfortable, and full of sweet memories
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

Great location

Short walk to the beach, beds were comfortable, and the outdoor shower is a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis B.

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

This place was perfect. All the little details included were amazing and appreciated.

We will be booking here again in the future everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

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

Pirates beach

Overall really enjoyed our stay, very close to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

tim h.

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

Stayed May 2025

Liked this clean property in a great location. We would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel B.

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

Great location and great place

Perfect for family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Very enjoyable place!

Very close to the beach
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Beach getaway!

The house is the perfect place for a lovely beach getaway! Fantastic access to the beach, lots of thoughtful extras, and a great neighborhood make this a wonderful place to stay while enjoying Galveston island. The hosts are incredibly kind and lovely to book with. Loved our time here!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie N.

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

Classic Beach Retreat

If your looking for a great place to stay in the best beach community in Galveston then you found it!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary C.

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

Awesome Vacation

The house was perfect. Clean and a great location. The neighborhood was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sakief A.

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

Great place!

This was our second year staying here. We loved it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

david B.

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

Family gathering

Would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

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Hosted by Richard Tinsley

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