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Heated Pool Oasis * Steps to Beach * Game Room Fun

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Welcome home to Tortuga Inn! Two driveways and large garage.
spacious and beautiful living area with coastal colors.
beautiful kitchen that is sparkling clean
Master Suite with King Bed

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Galveston Seawall
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

King Suite w/ Attached Full Bath

1 King Bed

Queen Bunk Room Upstairs

2 Queen Beds

Queen Suite Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Game Room Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Hallway Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath w/Tub & Shower Combo

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Heated Pool Oasis * Steps to Beach * Game Room Fun

-- Private HEATED Pool - NO EXTRA CHARGE
-- Sleeps Up to 16
-- Fenced Yard with patios and privacy
-- 2 Blocks to Beach - 3BR/3BA
-- Gameroom w/ Ping-Pong Table
-- Fully Equipped Kitchen
-- Kitchenette in Game Room
-- Cable & HIGH SPEED internet from Xfinity
-- Washer and Dryer
- 2-car Garage
- Central Heat and Air
- Fenced Backyard
- Dog Friendly ($150 per dog)
- Covered grilling area - Gas Grill
- Outdoor Dining
-- Tons of Outdoor Furniture
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fireworks allowed on the premises. Candles and incense prohibited.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR10298
Property # 2956555
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located in Midtown, a neighborhood in Galveston, this vacation home is near theme parks 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 popular attractions can visit Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center for a night out or Moody Gardens if you're traveling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and mountain climbing.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Seawall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Seawall Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Samuel May Williams House - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Porretto 27th Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spot - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Shrimp N Stuff - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Salsas Mexican Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Brick House Tavern + Tap - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Heated Pool Oasis * Steps to Beach * Game Room Fun have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Heated Pool Oasis * Steps to Beach * Game Room Fun?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heated Pool Oasis * Steps to Beach * Game Room Fun on Aug 24, 2026 start from $698, 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.

Is Heated Pool Oasis * Steps to Beach * Game Room Fun pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Heated Pool Oasis * Steps to Beach * Game Room Fun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heated Pool Oasis * Steps to Beach * Game Room Fun?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heated Pool Oasis * Steps to Beach * Game Room Fun located?

This family-friendly Galveston vacation home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Seawall Beach, Galveston Seawall, and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal 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 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Belinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay being close to restaurants and so close to the beach! And the pool was the biggest hit for the kids
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2026
We loved hosting you and your family, Belinda! Thank you for being such fantastic guests and for taking such awesome care of our home! The pool is a huge hit isn't it! We look forward to hosting you again very soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Ricky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Host (Pam) was absolutely amazing. If I needed to call or text her she responded immediately. Checking in and checking out was seamless and the instructions were very very clear. Highly recommend staying here my friends and I LOVED IT!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria V.

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

Great place to stay

The house is very clean absolutely big my kids loved the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

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

Galveston Paradise

We absolutely loved the home!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2025
It was a pleasure to host your family! Please stay with us anytime!! Thank you for your wonderful review!
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10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

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

Beautiful house

Clean and well manage of the house
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Family spring break

Great place…very accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2023
We enjoyed hosting you and your family! Thank you again for choosing Tortuga Inn for your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Great Family Vacation

Such a great home! Set up was perfect with having children aged 12-26yr. Pool was perfect. Close to so many things making errands efficient. Will definitely look at booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rudolph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tortuga Inn!!!Booking and Check In was perfect! Fantastic Communication. The house was perfect overall. The kitchen and laundry were perfect and had everything we needed. We will definitely go back. Excellent location with close access to the Seawall, Beach and restaurants.
Great Pool/Patio!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

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

Great Place!

Nice clean house. Amazing pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 3, 2024
Thank you so much for your five-star review, Jeremy! We loved hosting you and your family! Please stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia G.

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

Weekend getaway

We had the best time staying at the Tortuga Inn. This house was so beautiful and had everything we needed and the pool was amazing. We enjoyed the backyard it was so beautiful and very relaxing. The beach was so close by along with so many other things to do. Pam was a great host.We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 7, 2025
Thank you so much Cecilia! You all were fantastic guests and we would welcome you back any time!! Thank you so much for choosing Tortuga Inn for your weekend fun in Galveston!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camryn C.

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

Great host and property

Pam was very helpful and a great communicator. The home was just as promised!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 2, 2025
Thank you so much Camryn for your 5-star review! I loved hosting you and your friends and look forward to your return! Thank you for choosing Tortuga Inn for your vacation in Galveston!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Quiet, safe, easy access to Seawall and restaurants

My wife and I had an amazing time at Pam’s home. The location was conveniently located near the sea wall and made each day easy to go about our day. We would definitely stay at this home again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2023
Ryan, thank you so much for choosing Tortuga Inn for your stay! We were so happy to host you and your wife and look forward to your return trip with your children. I know they will love the pool and the ping-pong table!! And thank you for the great review :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill & April S.

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

Excellent Beach House

Great Spring Break 2023
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2023
Thank you for staying at Tortuga Inn and please come back soon! Glad we could help you make your spring break one for the books!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

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

Great House With All The Amenities

This house is super cute and had everything we could have needed that I usually have to pack! Very comfortable beds and great outdoor area by the pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2023
Laura, you were an absolute delight! Thank you so much for choosing Tortuga Inn for your stay, and please come see us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

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

Weekend Getaway

We loved the property and the location, We would certainly stay here again. It was great to have a heated private pool and the fully fenced garden. Everything matched the description, it was clean and the beds were super comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina F.

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

Great stay

This house was awesome. They had everything anyone could ever need. There is room for everyone to enjoy themselves. Location is top notch no matter what your preference of activity is.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2023
Tina, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We were so happy to host you and yours, and welcome you all back anytime! You are right -- most people do not realize how Tortuga Inn is located in the middle of everything popular in Galveston. And that separate playroom/movie room is perfect for letting the group spread out across two living spaces! Please come back anytime!! Thank you for being such a great guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

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

Early spring break

Very nice property. My grandson loved the heated pool. It has everything you need for a comfortable staycation. We loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 15, 2024
Thank you, Anthony, for your glowing review of your stay at Tortuga Inn! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience during your time with us. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you, and we genuinely appreciate your kind words.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Weekend

Great spot, close tom the beach and all the fun stuff. House was clean and everything advertised. Property owner and manager where great to work with. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review! We are so happy you had a great time and we encourage you to return soon and stay with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael P.

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

Galveston adventure

Owner was great! Quick in responding and extremely accommodating. Kids loved the ping pong table and space downstairs. Easy walk to the seawall.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2023
Thank you for staying at Tortuga Inn! I am so happy that your family had a great vacation and hope to see you all again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine E.

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

Birthday Weekend

Fabulous 💯❗
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2023
Thank you Christine for your five-star review!! We were so happy to host you for this very special birthday weekend! Please visit us again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Great Galveston Gem

My husband and I came to Galveston to visit family in the area get some beach time in. We were very pleasantly surprised by the condition and cleanliness of Tortuga Inn. The house and pool was exactly as advertised, was extremely clean and has the best location! Property management was very helpful and checked in on us to ensure everything was going well. We are definitely going to be staying here again on our next trip to Galveston!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 30, 2024
We appreciate your wonderful five-star review! You were a joy to host and we hope you stay at Tortuga Inn again very soon! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco V.

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

Birthday celebration for mom

The house was just as listed and included everything that was listed. Very nice well decorated home and outfitted nicely. Pool was awesome and pool toys were a bit. I would definitely return to this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2023
Marco, we were so happy to host you! Thank you so much for being such a great guest and for your five-star review! Please stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

Perfect House

We stayed at Tortuga Inn for 3 nights (4/10 - 4/13). It was myself and my husband, our son and daughter-in-law, and 4 year old grandson. I can't say enough great things about the house and our host! The check-in/out process was seemless and Pam was very accommodating with early check-in. The house was immaculate, and adorably decorated, the beds were super comfy, and only 3 blocks from the beach and restaurants. The outdoor pool was amazing, lots of floats and a wagon to pull. Really, this was one of the nicest houses we've stayed in. Thank you so much, Pam!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

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

Family Friendly and close to the beach

Very spacious and family friendly. Almost felt like two different properties! The downstairs family room (TV, Fridge and couches) and bathroom connected to the pool (heated!) and patio area was very nice. The upstairs with was also spread out with the bedrooms, kitchen, living room and dining room are very modern with updated appliances. A washer and dryer right next to the kitchen was very convenient. Just a few blocks away from the beach too! Would love to stay again if we're in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 19, 2024
Knowing that you had a fantastic time during your stay brings us happiness! We strive to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all our guests, and it's incredibly rewarding to see that reflected in your feedback. Your review not only serves as a source of encouragement for us but also helps future guests in their decision-making process. Your words truly make a difference, and we are incredibly grateful for your support. We would be thrilled to welcome you back anytime you choose to visit again. Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything we can do to make your next stay even more memorable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

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

Family vacation

We had a great time. Rooms were nice. Had everything we needed. Pool was a nice get away from being at the beach all the time. Things that you may consider working in: there were loose tiles near pool that need to be repaired, blinds in king size room were in closet and in the way (I placed them flat to prevent damage), baby gate was broken- we attempted to repair as we needed to use it, drawer in refrigerator was broken and would not slide, roaches in game room and pool area. Again, enjoyed stay. Game room was a plus - offered extra things to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2023
Thank you so much for your five-star review! We appreciate it very much! We also appreciate your suggestions for improvement- I do want to mention that all our guests are encouraged to report anything during their stay so we can make it right! We want your stay to be perfect!! If we had known the baby gate was broken, we would have delivered a new one to you the same day. So please do not ever be hesitant to reach out to us!. A new refrigerator is being delivered tomorrow thanks to your report of a broken drawer -- we always act quickly to fix anything that bothers our guests. And thank you for reporting the roaches. We use Truly Nolen monthly for pest prevention, but sometimes the bugs get through, especially with the excessive heat. Please know that we are trying our best to keep the bugs out! We enjoyed hosting your family, and we look forward to hosting you again next year!

About the host

Hosted by Pam McGehee

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This home is professionally owned and managed by Pam McGehee of Saint Gemma Properties. We specialize in thoughtfully curated vacation homes that blend comfort, design, and exceptional cleanliness. Every detail is intentionally considered to provide a seamless and elevated guest experience. From booking to checkout, you'll be supported by a responsive, experienced team dedicated to your stay.

Why they chose this property

Tortuga Inn is close to everything and the pool makes the house an oasis in the middle of town.

What makes this property unique

The only house of its kind in midtown Galveston. A true gem!

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