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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Balcony

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Sea Isle Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Terramar Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 -Shower Only

Outdoor shower

Spaces

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

About this property

Bay Front House - Great Fishing

Our beautiful bayfront home is located in the Isla Del Sol subdivision and overlooks Galveston's West Bay, with fast and easy access to the beach - 1 mile. We have fabulous fishing right off our dock while only 15 driving minutes away from Schlitterbahn, Moody Gardens and all Galveston Island fun.

Bring your wine and enjoy our beautiful sunsets with bay view. We have the best fishing off our dock with our overhead spotlight.

Guests must be at least 25 years old to rent home and adult guests may not rent on behalf of underage guests.

Note: higher rates may be quoted for weeks within holidays.

Note: sleeps 8 comfortable, but could maybe fit 10.

Keywords: bay house, fishing camp, weekend retreat, beach house
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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
No weddings or large parties of the like.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Turn off fishing light
Lower storm blinds.
Adjust temperature to 85
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Possible Rate increase for holidays. We do not charge cancellation fee, although VRBO does not have an option to click that in their portal.
Please turn off fishing light upon checkout. Wash and put away all kitchen items used. Take food items you brought home (fridge/freezer items too).
Please take out trash to end of driveway. Turn Thermostat to 80 in summer and 34 in winter.

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
Note from host: No weddings or large parties of the like.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number GVR05542

About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighborhood in Galveston, this vacation home is near a water park and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Galveston Island Beaches and Sea Isle Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Galveston Country Club. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, water skiing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Sea Isle Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Terramar Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 29 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 33 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 39 min drive - 41.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pariah Coffee - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Front House - Great Fishing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay Front House - Great Fishing?

As of Apr 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Front House - Great Fishing on Apr 30, 2026 start from $434, 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 Bay Front House - Great Fishing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay Front House - Great Fishing?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bay Front House - Great Fishing located?

Located in West End, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Sea Isle Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Terramar Beach and Half Moon Beach. Galveston Island Beaches and San Luis Beach are also within 6 mi (10 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. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loves this house and is our second d stay here! Its location is fantastic and the fishing is great. The host is easy to work with and very responsive. We look forward to coming back over the upcoming summer
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Quick getaway

Great location for bay fishing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Great house!

House on the bay. It was clean and had everything we needed. Boys could catch some fish right there on the property. Beautiful view of sunsets! It was very far on the west end, so took forever to get to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

2022Y Christmas

Due to the winter storm effect, fishing was not good but our family enjoyed the trip
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany S.

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

Beautiful view!

This location was perfect and the sunset’s are to die for. They had almost everything you can think of. Master bath was absolutely amazing. I spent most of my week on the porch watching the sunset and enjoying the breeze. Fishing is usually fantastic in this area but this time we weren’t catching much but still had a blast fishing. The kids loved the kayaks. The only con we had was the grill was a small charcoal grill and couldn’t accommodate our large family and the fridge took a really long time to cool our drinks down.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

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

Spectacular Bay View

Great location, unbelievable view. Owner is great to work with and very responsive. Highly recommend this house, especially if you love the bay more than the beach. The beach is a very short distance away if you want to go there, but nothing beats sitting on your own dock and fishing at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur B.

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

Beautiful spot for your Galveston visit

The view was beautiful. The location was easy to get to. The accommodations were nice. We enjoyed fishing off the the pier.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Relaxing weekend getaway

This was the perfect house for fishing and spending time relaxing. The floor plan was great and Dana was great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

W. Earl B.

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

Excellent accommodations and location

Our family spent the weekend just enjoying one another, fishing and playing table games. The house is located on the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felix D.

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

Great Setting

Beautiful home, secluded peaceful location at the heart of the bay, bring your kayak!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dustin R.

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

Excellent views and floor plan

Loved the location and views of this home. Hosts also offered us early check in and late check out because house wasn’t booked on either end of our trip. That was very kind. Washing machine wasn’t working which was only real disappointment because we planned to use.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mickie and hank m.

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

Wonderful! Perfect locoation.

We've vaca'd in this property many times for a few decades both with friends and family. The location is wonderful for fishing, beaching, and sunsets. The house is well stocked, the neighborhood is quiet, and lots of fish can usually be caught at night under the fishing lights. My family loves both the house and the location. One catch - boat slip not available to use but no problem docking at the neighborhood launch site at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

Awesome Experience

We can't wait to rent this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Brandy M.

Perfect House, Perfect Location, Perfect Weekend!

This house is in such an awesome location! Beautiful view of the bay! Great fishing and wonderful weather! We were able to hang out under the house and on the dock all weekend. I cannot tell you how much we enjoyed our stay. We had 6 adults and 2 babies and we all slept very comfortably and could have easily had a few more people. The pictures do not do this house justice! The kitchen is stunning and perfect for enjoying meals, and the master bathroom is gorgeous! No complaints here, we will definitely be back...over and over again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Our Favorite Place!

We’ve vacationed numerous times over the years at the Nelson’s Bay House in Galveston, TX. We’ve stayed at many other bay houses and beach houses in the area, but this one beats them all! The house is very spacious and accommodating with a fantastically designed large kitchen. The sun deck is extended all the way out to and over the boat slip and pier and it is ever so nice to be at there in the late evening, sipping on a cool drink, watching the sunset as Flamingos and the gigantic white Pelicans come flying overhead and into the bay out front. As for the fishing, it’s excellent as the property is extended farther out into Galveston Bay than most nearby properties. You can catch as many fish from the pier without ever launching a boat. My family (sister, daughters, nieces, spouses, etc.) also love the Nelson Bay House. Once you stay here, you don’t want to rent any other house! Bill & Josie Shaffer Tomball, TX
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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