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Tails and Shells

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Queen's room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Jack and Jill

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tails and Shells

I'm the owner of this wonderful charming Galveston home. We have renovated it to meet the modern comforts that we all have come to appreciate in society today. The real gem to this property is the location. The home is a corner lot at 43rd and avenue R 1/2 which is about six (short) blocks to the seawall, this means it's about a ten minute walk to the beach. Also, near by is the famous local eatery call "Shrimp N Stuff" at 3901 Avenue O. I highly recommend it for anyone who is interested in great fried seafood fare and awesome gumbo. The place is also family friendly and thank you from, Tails and Shells bungalow.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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 allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR08462
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Midtown, 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 Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Railroad Museum are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Galveston Seawall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Seawall Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 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) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spot - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The San Luis Resort - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shrimp N Stuff - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Salsas Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Brick House Tavern + Tap - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tails and Shells pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tails and Shells ?

As of May 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tails and Shells on May 6, 2026 start from $293, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tails and Shells ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tails and Shells ?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Tails and Shells located?

Located in Midtown, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of NOAA Fisheries Galveston Laboratory and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wende M.

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

Lone Star Biker Rally Weekend

First off, I must say that Chris is an amazing host- He gave detailed instructions prior to arriving and was available to us if/when we needed him throughout our stay. Luckily for us, we didn't need a thing as the house is well furnished and equipped with everything we needed. We stayed here from Thurs. thru Sun. for the rally and it was everything we could've asked for- the house is perfect, comfortable and cozy; we absolutely loved the couch and the beds are comfortable. The house is located in a quiet neighborhood and the neighbors were very friendly. Thank you for your hospitality Chris!! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great weekend trip to the beach

We planned a last minute weekend beach vacation, and this property was fantastic and exactly as advertised. We had a great stay her, the house was super cute, had everything we needed to enjoy the beach, and the owner was very accommodating and easy to work with. Only a couple of blocks from the beach and super convenient. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keisha G.

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

Vacation

We will DEFINITELY be staying here again in the future!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeanne e.

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

Relaxing week in Galveston

Stayed 4 days in this cute bungalow and enjoyed every day. It is close to the beach and the main historical attractions. It has a well equipped kitchen. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sam m.

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

All about the Guests

The owner has thought of everything in making your stay a home away from home. Very nice place, location, service...a phone call away. Impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl R.

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

Excellent spot away from the crowd

The property manager is extremely nice and the place is very cozy enjoyed the stay immensely
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

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