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Highlights
Scenic water view
Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Galveston, TX
Seawall Beach
Place, Seawall Beach
4 min drive
Galveston Fishing Pier
Place, Galveston Fishing Pier
5 min drive
Galveston Island Beaches
Place, Galveston Island Beaches
5 min drive
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
58 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bunk Bed Room
1 Single Bunk Bed
Downstairs Suite
1 Queen Bed
Main Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Downstairs bathroom
Toilet · Outdoor shower
Main Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
About this property
Bay views Cottage w/private suite, 4 min from beach and Moody Gardens
Long Time No Sea is centrally located in a beautiful spot in Galveston TX 4 minutes away from the beach, with outstanding views of the bay. Enjoy the sounds of a summer night and the seagulls in the morning. This home is located just blocks away from a popular coffee shop, brewery, moody gardens golf course, theatre, fishing pier and grille! Moody gardens is a short 4 min drive away. Perfect to accommodate traveling for competitions, conferences or events in the area as well as vacation . We love our cozy cottage with all the amenities of home.
The space Long Time No Sea is a newly renovated paradise for family and friends. Walk out on the front deck to enjoy your cup of coffee or dinner overlooking the bay. Centrally located making it easy to get around town and enjoy everything Galveston has to offer.
The homes open design allows for a comfortable setting with views. The kitchen is fully equipped to have a relaxing dinner at home or at one of the award winning seafood restaurants on the island. The main room has a king bed with a 54”Smart TV, Alexa and phone chargers. The second room has a bunk bed with full on bottom and twin on top - with easy access stairs to help aide safety. Noise machine and oscillating fan allows for a comfortable sleep.
Newly added third bedroom suite sits downstairs with a private 1/2 bathroom and queen bed. The suite DOES NOT have access from Main house. It is separated, you access it from outside. It sits on ground floor of home. There is a separate keypad on the door for the bedroom that automatically locks when you leave. This room does have central ac and heat.
The home backs up to a nature reserve that boast the best sunset on the island. You can take a stroll down the street to put in your kayak for fishing in west bay or bring your golf clubs to enjoy a nice round at Moody Gardens. If you are looking to hang out and enjoy all the amenities of the island we are minutes away from the following; beach, mini golf, cinema, bait shops, surf fishing pier, Schlitterbahn, Moody Gardens, Buffalo Grille, Evia green space for kids, playground, Galveston convention center and Sugar Bean coffee shop. On the weekends Evia has pop up shops that boast the best boutiques around town.
The home includes wifi access, charging stations for cell phones. Each room has blinds and black out shades to allow for a good nights sleep. The newly renovated bathroom has a waterfall shower with toiletries provided. The addition of a downstairs shower with hot/cold water allows for easy clean off when coming back from the beach.
During your stay you will be provided - initial linens, bathing towels, washer and dryer, kitchen refrigerator, Kuerig, starter supply of paper products, dishwasher, cooking essentials and serve ware, k-cups for coffee.
Guest access Entire House
Surveillance Cameras - there is one camera at the front of the house looking over drive way which will remain on for security purposes. Security camera on the deck will be turned off once arrived.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No events, parties or large gatherings - fine will incur if one is thrown. - Must be at least 26 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - Pets are allowed, must be pre-approved and pay Pet Fee . - NOTE: No more than 4 vehicles are able to park at the property, please do not park on neighbors' property or in nearby vacant lots or risk towing - When BBQing please pay attention to where and the wind. The best location would be the driveway. For safety reasons.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
All pets must be approved , stay off of all furniture, be cleaned up after in the yard, and not left alone inside the home unless in a kennel.
We do not allow charging of EV Full Sized Vehicles at the house
Please do not move furniture
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number GVR08727
Property # 2811649vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 Near West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this cottage is near a water park and near the beach. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Galveston Island Beaches and East Beach. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
Galveston Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Galveston Island Beaches - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 8 min drive
McDonald's
Doc Holiday’s Roadhouse
Kroger Fuel Center
Taco Bell
Frequently asked questions
Is Bay views Cottage w/private suite, 4 min from beach and Moody Gardens pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Bay views Cottage w/private suite, 4 min from beach and Moody Gardens ?
As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay views Cottage w/private suite, 4 min from beach and Moody Gardens on 31 Aug 2026 start from £666, 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 at Bay views Cottage w/private suite, 4 min from beach and Moody Gardens ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bay views Cottage w/private suite, 4 min from beach and Moody Gardens ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bay views Cottage w/private suite, 4 min from beach and Moody Gardens ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bay views Cottage w/private suite, 4 min from beach and Moody Gardens located?
This family-friendly Galveston cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Moody Gardens Golf Course and Galveston Island Beaches. Magic Carpet Golf and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center 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.
What a great place! The location was perfect if you are visiting the island! The kitchen was well equipped and we had a great night’s sleep after a long day in the comfy beds! We especially loved the fun décor. Highly recommend this place. Be sure to start your day with coffee on the front porch!
This house was adorable and felt like a home away from home. So clean, up to date smart tvs, comfortable bed, full kitchen with everything you need to cook. Great views of the water! Definitely stay here again. The owners reaponse time was immediate when i had questions too!
This is my second time staying here and I love the home feel, every morning you can watch the sun rise over the water. Would recommend this to anyone who wanted to visit galveston. The hosts are amazing, instant response to texting. Thank you!
My family enjoyed the stay, everything was perfect. My family and I where there for a dance competition and the rooms where perfect for all of my 3 girls. The home very well cleaned and equipped with everything we need. The host was available to answer and respond to our questions very quickly. My 8 year old daughter cried the last day, she did not want to leave. We have visited the island many times and had never heard or seen Evia community in Galveston. The community gives you an "Old Southern" feel that makes visiting this community unique.
We spent a week at this property. It was well stocked with everything you need for your stay. Jason (host) answered any questions I had quickly. We loved the location of the house to everything we had planned to do. Also the water view was amazing. I would recommend this place to anyone. 5 stars all the way
This was a beautiful place to stay with our family! Property is newly renovated & immaculate! It had everything we needed to make the stay comfortable. We loved how close it was to everything as well. Would highly recommend this property for any family!
Aimee V.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. Such an honor to host your family. We are grateful for your support and kind words.
Good neighborhood, conveniently located, very child friendly. Great house for family of 3-4 and was well-equipped for our toddler. Also had lots of beach accessories. Hosts were very friendly, helpful, and quick to respond.
Our family stayed for a beach vacation and this home was the perfect spot for us. The home itself was clean and had everything we needed, including items for the beach which was very convenient. The location can’t be beat! We enjoyed our stay and would happily come back to this wonderful home again!
If you want a clean , quiet, and restful place to stay and enjoy family and relax , look no further , this home is great . Our host was absolutely amazing and the little extras like bikes and boogie boards was a great surprise.
Alfonso G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2023
Alfonso, it was an absolute honor to host your family and trip!
Your communication and support was awesome and we are grateful. Thank you for the special opportunity to host your family!
Perfect location for our golf tournament at Moody. The house was clean and communication before and during our stay was excellent! They accommodated a noon check out even for the ladies waiting on the tournament to end! The sitting area was nice downstairs for morning coffee and was a quiet area with not much traffic. We look forward booking again in the future.
We had a wonderful time everything was great at the house couldn't of asked for a better place to stay with the family. If we come back would definitely book again. Thank you Jason and Jamie
Jason J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2022
How awesome ! Thank you so much for sharing. We are so happy y’all had a great trip and enjoyed the stay.
Kindly ,
J&J
This is a beautiful place to stay. Very convenient to everything. Everything that you needed was at the house. Will definitely put this in my favorites for another trip.
It had everything we needed! So nice to have the AC going when we got there. Bonus points because other family members booked the house next door. We will definitely book again.
A lovely property, with quick access to all of the Galveston favorites, but away from all of the craziness at the Seawall! A hidden gem- our family is older but all ages will do well here. We will be back!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun 2023
We are grateful to be able to host your family. Thank you for the great communication during your trip and we look forward to hosting you in the future.
Clean and cute cottage with convenient location. Hosts were excellent communicators making sure we had everything needed. Loved the location with spectacular sunrises over the bay and within walking distance to Evia and a quick ride to the beach and Moody Gardens.
Jennifer B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
Jennifer ! Thank you so much for the kind words! It was great to host you, the bestie and of course your furry friend ! The location is special , just off the path of chaos so you feel relax and quiet but 2 minutes from anything and everything. There is no place like it in Galveston. Thank you for allowing our little family to host you. And we really appreciate all the feedback it helps us strive an become better for the guest we are honored to host.
The house was so cute and perfect for my family group of five adults. The decor was delightful, the beds were comfortable, the room temperature was refreshing, and the water was hot and plentiful. The hosts were very helpful, suggesting great places to go and eat. We had such a good time and are sure to return.
Perfect location for a golf weekend at Moody. The house is clean, and the A/C worked great - everything we wanted for a guy's golf weekend. The house is minutes away from the course. And the proximity to Buffalo Grille made for a nice pre-round breakfast stop.
We rented this house for a weekend fishing trip with 3 people. The house was in a good location and easy access to marina for our daily guide trips on the water.
House was clean and communication with host was great.
We were not able to stay due to the hurricane and the owners were amazing at communicating and being understanding. They facilitated a refund without any issues and will definitely stay there again if needed!
The house was great. It’s on a low traffic street right near the bay with great views from the front and back. Front of the house faces east, and back faces west with a great view of the estuary at sunset. Close to Moody Gardens and the beach. The layout of the house was really nice. Great kitchen for cooking, and the deck on the front is really nice. We had a really nice stay, and hope to go back again.
Robert R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
About the host
Hosted by Jason and Jamie Elrod
We love the beach, fishing and the costal life. This house has been a dream of ours and can't wait to share it with you.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests