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The Mermaid Inn Beach Cottage/ Seabrook/NASA/Kemah

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Exterior
Beach
Room
Dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Sleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Seabrook, TX
  • Place, El Jardin Del Mar
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kemah Boardwalk
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, NASA Johnson Space Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Mermaid Inn Beach Cottage/ Seabrook/NASA/Kemah

Make some memories at this unique, family-friendly place. Enjoy a quaint cottage by the sea with breathtaking sunrise & beautiful sunsets. Access to small private beach. Sylvan beach in LaPorte is close by. There’s a wildlife preserve beside the neighborhood & a walking trail that runs along Todville Rd & Pine Gully. Conveniently located near the Kemah Boardwalk, NASA, 30 min to Galveston & 30 min to downtown Houston.
The space
This house was built in the 1950s. It has the original hardwood floors except in kitchen and bath which have recently been renovated.
Granite countertops thoughout.
Smart devices on all TVs to stream movies. Hulu and Disney+ are ready for your use.
This house doesn’t have cable tv.
Guest access
There’s plenty of parking in the driveway and overflow parking on the concrete slab to the left of the house.

Do not park on the first and second streets from the beach. They ticket for this.

Golf carts can be rented and delivered from several local golf cart places and can be driven through the neighborhood and down to the beach, but not on the beach. You can park in the grassy areas.
Other things to note
The deer are very friendly here as they are accustom to people. They generally do not let you pet them. Remind children these are wild animals, not a petting zoo.(remind adults too)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Seabrook

Seabrook is home to this vacation home. Space Center Houston is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Kemah Boardwalk and NASA Johnson Space Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at South Shore Fitness Center or Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds.
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Seabrook, TX

What's nearby

  • El Jardin Del Mar - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kemah Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • NASA Johnson Space Center - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Space Center Houston - 14 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 44 min drive - 62.5 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pier Eight Seafood Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mermaid Inn Beach Cottage/ Seabrook/NASA/Kemah pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mermaid Inn Beach Cottage/ Seabrook/NASA/Kemah?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mermaid Inn Beach Cottage/ Seabrook/NASA/Kemah on Jun 10, 2026 start from $115, 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 The Mermaid Inn Beach Cottage/ Seabrook/NASA/Kemah?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mermaid Inn Beach Cottage/ Seabrook/NASA/Kemah?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaid Inn Beach Cottage/ Seabrook/NASA/Kemah located?

Situated in Seabrook, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from El Jardin Del Mar and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kemah Boardwalk and Bayside Park. Clear Lake and Kemah School House are also within 6 mi (10 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. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great stay !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most amazing vibe we felt at home:)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Stay at the mermaid cottage

The stay was perfect we will be using this stay again !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Stay at mermaid cottage

We have had a great experience each time we have booked here !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
One of the sweetest and coziest cottages! It was a wonderful place for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect small home with everything you need! Walking distance to beach and less than 15 min from the grocery and shopping stores.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very impressed with the location and the deer roaming the area. They just lay in the yards and watch you go by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

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

Nice stay for families

Very close to attractions and beach. Great place for small families- tons of activities, games and toys at property kept kid amused at all times. Very communicative and easy to work with host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse S.

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

Very quiet and cozy

We got what we hoped for, we wanted a quiet and comfy get away from everything. Highly recommend if youre looking for that.Host made it very simple and easy to reach out for any comments or concerns about our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy P.

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

Cute cottage!

Nice little cottage near Seabrook/Kemah. Clean & well stocked! Fun decor too. Owner was easy to reach, check in was easy with an access code. Owner even gave us a restaurant recommendation for dinner. Good experience, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mireya g.

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

wonderful and cozy

We loved this little and cozy cottage, walking distance from the beach, enjoyed the back patio with the fire pit and the front for coffe in the morning. we saw some baby deers and wild cat was a plus and amazing. The master bed was surprisingly comfortable!! We really loved it definitely recommended and planning coming back .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Amazing host

House is beautiful! Was super clean. Easy rules to follow. Host was available for answering questions about little things. Would recommend and we are definitely staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

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

Adorable Cottage in a quiet deer-filled neighborhood

We had a delightful stay in this charming cottage. The amenities were everything we needed and more. The neighborhood was quiet and serene with deer just strolling around. The beach is a bit of a walk for this old lady, but I managed! The location to local area sites to see was very convenient and The owner was very responsive to our reservation requests and you can truly tell she takes pride in her home. Highly recommend for a nice, relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel C.

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

So cute

The property is exactly as shown online. It's a little out of the way but the beach is a 2 minute drive or 10 minutes walk. There are deer and peacefulness. The property has all you need and a few good places to eat nearby. Including Kemah.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

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

Quaint

The mermaid inn is a quaint little cottage and decorated cute as a bugs ear. We really didn’t spend much time in the cottage as we were in the area for a friend’s birthday but it was just perfect for our needs. Only one issue with shower and the host would have looked at it if notified sooner but like I said we really weren’t there that much.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachele B.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Shirley

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I am from Louisiana and grew up moving back-and-forth from East Texas to West Louisiana quite a bit. My father was a Baptist teacher. I like to believe that when people stay at this property, they get lagniappe.

Why they chose this property

I bought this house in 2016 when my father had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The from the moment I walked in this house, I fell in love with it, and it brought me so much peace and healing. I love watching the sunrise from the beach here. Eljardin Del Mar is the best kept secret of Houston. We are a party community that likes to fish a little.

What makes this property unique

On a street named bland where all the homes are pretty much gray or white the mermaid is “sweet as honey” 🍯 so this property is anything but bland.

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