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Stylish 2 BED, 2 BATH Shotgun-style house near beach!

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Welcome to The Dupre House!
A bold, tropical decor sets the mood in the living room.
Exterior
Property grounds
Daytime view of living room with convertible sectional that can sleep two.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living Room 1

2 Single Futons

Master

1 Queen Bed

Secondary

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stylish 2 BED, 2 BATH Shotgun-style house near beach!

The Dupre House is a cozy shotgun-style cottage that can accommodate up to 6 guests with its 2 bedrooms, two full baths and a convertible sectional in the living room. It was built in 1908 for the Humphrey family and remained in their family for 70 years! After that it went through several owners before becoming ours. The last tenant to live there was Ms. Dupre, and her name is carved in the front side walk, so naming it The Dupre House had a lovely ring to it and seemed fitting. Beautifully rehabilitated in 2018, the cottage has new electrical, new plumbing, new AC and heat and new kitchen and baths. Original ship lap is left exposed on the ceilings and the living room, kitchen and secondary bedroom have original hardwood flooring. The living room comes equipped with a smart tv, sound bar and cable. Wifi is included. The breakfast bar has a lovely custom counter made from salvaged wood found in Galveston. It accommodates up to four and opens onto the new kitchen with all new cabinetry and appliances including a gas range, microwave, fridge, sink, dishwasher and Corian counters. The master bedroom has a queen size bed and private bathroom with walk-in shower. The secondary bedroom has an antique full size bed and the hall bath with tub/shower combo is just a few steps away. Both beds have 14" thick gel foam mattresses and pillows. Outside you will find a front porch as well as a large side porch with an outdoor dining table and charcoal grill that looks out over the side yard. The front and side yard are separated from the back yard by a gate, so you can keep an eye on your young children depending on where you're hanging out. We also have stackable adirondack chairs that you are welcome to move around on the property. The entire property is fully fenced with an adorable white picket fence in the front and 6' cedar plank everywhere else. The large backyard has room for up to 2-3 vehicles to park. The seawall is 5 blocks south and is chock full of restaurants and entertainment, not to mention the beach! There are many good restaurants nearby considered favorites of the locals such as Mi Abuelitas, Lupita's, Queens BBQ and Pennie's Tex Mex Takeout and then you have the well known Gaido's, The Spot and several other places on the seawall not too far from our home. Just 4 blocks north is the state-of-the-art public pool that has a recreational pool with kid-friendly play structures and body slide plus an 8-lane lap pool (fees apply). A convenience store is within walking distance, two nice bars are across the street and grocery stores are a short drive. Less than 2 miles away is the beautiful downtown historic district where you can shop and dine on the Strand and Post Office, enjoy beautiful views on the Rooftop Bar of the Tremont Hotel, visit The Moody Mansion or Bishops Palace, take a horse carriage ride, go on a ghost tour...too many things to name! This mid-town, urban location makes everything very accessible while still feeling the relaxed coastal vibe. The Dupre House is perfect for a romantic getaway, two couples, girl's weekend or a small family. We look forward to having you as our guests and we hope you have a fabulous stay on Galveston Island!

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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

This home is not child-proofed.

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No candles. Smoking outside only.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Lock the doors

Please set thermostat to 76 in the summer months

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

A welcome packet/house rules will be sent via email. Once you agree to house rules, we will give you a code to use for the keyless entries.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR05260
Property # 1627847vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Galveston

Located in Midtown, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. 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 Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Moody Gardens and Galveston Arts Center are also worth visiting. With kayaking, power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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What's nearby

  • Galveston Seawall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Seawall Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • NOAA Fisheries Galveston Laboratory - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spot - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The San Luis Resort - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shrimp N Stuff - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Salsas Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stylish 2 BED, 2 BATH Shotgun-style house near beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Stylish 2 BED, 2 BATH Shotgun-style house near beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stylish 2 BED, 2 BATH Shotgun-style house near beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish 2 BED, 2 BATH Shotgun-style house near beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stylish 2 BED, 2 BATH Shotgun-style house near beach! located?

Located in Midtown, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Seawall Beach and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely, cozy home, really enjoyed our stay. The backyard worked well for our two dogs, very secure and didn’t have to worry about them getting out.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2026
Thank you, Lisa! It sounds like you really enjoyed our home, and we didn’t hear from you about any issues, but we’re sorry we didn’t provide a stay worthy of a higher score.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay and can’t wait to go back for another visit. The house was adorable, and we appreciated the special touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2026
Thank you so much, Ashlee! We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the cute clean house. Neighbors were having parties both nights we were there, but I had earplugs.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2026
Hi Gwen! Thank you for the great review! And more great news is the Nextdoor neighbor moved out!😄🙌
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and very comfortable. It was convenient to all kinds of activities, especially the beach. The hosts were very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for the 5 stars, Jocelyn! We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janie D.

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

Beautiful and charming house

This was a perfect stay for my family’s getaway. The best hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

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

Nice little place

Was a very pretty clean home enough room for a family of 5 plus and adult. This property was very close to the beach i would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2023
Thank you, Pamela! We would love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Annual Vacation

Had a lovely time in Galveston as usual. Home was lovely, updated, beds comfortable, owners helpful. Was 5 min from beach by car. Had a great time!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2025
Thank you for choosing our home, Linda! We hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great anniversary weekend in Galveston. House was clean and super cute. The kitchen was well-equipped. We appreciated the brownies and parking we could enclose with a gate. Owners were nice to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla H.

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

Family getaway

The property was beautiful. The beds were comfortable and the interior was cozy and warm. Our hosts ledt us chocolates and had fresh flowers waiting for us. They kept us informed and were wonderful to communicate with. would definitely recommend staying to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Cozy, clean & accomodating

This property was perfect for our annual trip to Lone Star Rally - location was perfect. There were so many thoughtful touches and we surely appreciated them. The beds were perfect, TV’s in every room and all the coffee you could possible need. Lots of bells and whistles with this property - highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov, 2024
Thank you so much Amanda! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed our place, and hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin T.

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

Great place perfect location

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Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul, 2023
Thanks for the 5 stars! We're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Family Fun

Our stay at the Dupre House was wonderful and relaxing. The house is absolutely adorable and has such great updates in it. It was very cozy and they take great care of their guests. Would definitely come back and stay again. You don't want to miss out on this gem. It's close to everything and greatly maintained!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2023
Thank you for choosing the Dupre House for your family's getaway. We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the cutest, cozy, little beach house. It’s simply a stunner, with beautiful paintings & pops of color. The house was practical and fully furnished - pans, utensils, cups, coffee maker & even a nutribullet. The rooms were cozy & bathrooms had everything. Beautiful patio deck for hanging out and just the perfect living drink with green velvet futons. Loved the gated backyard to safely park. The hosts were sweet and had special treats around the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov, 2025
Thank you for the great review, Erika! We’re glad you loved our little place and hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was great! Very quiet neighborhood. Hosts were VERY welcoming. They left us brownies and a greeting card to welcome us. Street parking is avaliable but they tell You to park in the backyard for extra reassurance that Your car is safe. As for communication with the Hosts I wish I could go higher than 5 stars. They were always available to answer any pre-trip questions i had. Looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept, 2025
Thanks so much for the great review! We hope we can host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the place to stay for a small number. Absolutely great place to stay and Tracey and Carl are easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr, 2026
Thank you, Kevin! We are happy you enjoyed your visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a grand time at this cute house. It is convenient to the beach and restaurants. We slept great and the kitchen is well stocked. We loved having two full bathrooms too. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Cute place

We enjoyed our two night stay. The property was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey E.

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

Above and beyond

Our stay went above and beyond what we ever anticipated! It was perfect and I've already recommended this property to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2023
Thank you so much, Lindsey! We appreciate the 5 stars, and also spreading the word about our place!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

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

Little pink house

Everything you need is at the house is there. Very good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria R.

Great Stay

Our family enjoyed staying at The Dupre House. I loved the nice touches that went in decorating. It's very cozy, comfortable and super clean. The bath towels were the softest I've ever had:). The kitchen is well stocked with all the necessary cooking items one needs. It close to the beach, restaurants and shopping. The owners really do take care of their guest. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2023
Thanks for choosing The Dupre House, and we hope to see you again!

About the host

Hosted by Carl and Tracy Reed

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We are an empty nester couple that have shared great memories in Galveston with our children, family and friends. We decided to make it our home in 2017, and couldn't be happier with our decision. With architecture, interior design and fine art being our background, we love the art scene and beautiful architecture throughout the east end of Galveston.

Why they chose this property

We wanted to find a property that we could turn into a vacation rental. We love that we were able to grab this shotgun style cottage that is so close to the beach.

What makes this property unique

Our home is centrally located on the island. You have quick access to just about everything the island offers!

Languages:

English

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