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Welcome to our small cozy beach house. A nice place for a small family.

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A zoomed in ocean view from our front deck.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with four chairs.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a car parked in the driveway.
A covered outdoor area with wooden beams and lattice panels, benches, and a concrete floor.
A living room with a gray sofa, wooden paneling, and a large window with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • 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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Pirate's Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Pirate's Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island State Park Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Front area

1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to our small cozy beach house. A nice place for a small family.

Welcome to our cozy beach home; a wonderful vacation home for a small family. The home is located in a quiet subdivision with many retired residents.

**Before booking request, please look over our house rules: NO pets, NO parties, NO gathering!

The house is 5 minutes walk to an uncrowded beach. The home is fully equipped for meal preparations including a set of compact washer & dryer for small loads laundry.
The large wrap-around deck has lots of chairs, patio furniture and a picnic table for meals out in the open sea-breeze.
Guests can take nice strolls along a quiet clean beach, watch kids playing in the sun, or relaxing on the deck watching the beautiful sunset.
Nearby are attractions including: a movie theater, Miniature golf, Moody Garden, Schlitterbahn, Flight Museum etc.
Guests can take a free ferry ride with the kids. Guests may park in free lot and walk onto the ferry for avoid long wait time. The kids may enjoy feeding birds with bread pieces and looking out for local dolphins in the open water.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Deck has latched gates for safety.
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Events

No events allowed
No proms, sororities, fraternities, group events
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking including E-cig

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
Please pull trash can out to curb
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO fireworks, NO firearms, and NO bonfires!
NO Pets! NO Parties

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR03109
Property # 4252268ha
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 proms, sororities, fraternities, group events
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 West End, a neighborhood in Galveston, this vacation home is near theme parks and by the sea. 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 Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Broadway are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, motor boating, and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Palm Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Galveston Country Club - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Pirates Beach - 1 min drive - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Basin Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to our small cozy beach house. A nice place for a small family. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcome to our small cozy beach house. A nice place for a small family.?

As of Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcome to our small cozy beach house. A nice place for a small family. on Aug 10, 2026 start from $266, 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 Welcome to our small cozy beach house. A nice place for a small family.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to our small cozy beach house. A nice place for a small family.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to our small cozy beach house. A nice place for a small family. located?

Located in West End, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pirate's Beach, Galveston Island State Park Beach, and Palm Beach. Galveston Country Club and Broadway are also within 1 mi (2 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. 60 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 67 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great house, great location.

This house was very nice, clean, and neat. Great location as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 15, 2025
Thank you for your recent stay & kind review. You've been a wonderful guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

We love Pirate's Cove

Nice quaint residence a block from the beach in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2023
Thank you for your kind review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Awesome place!!

We had a great stay at the house! It was perfect for our family. And the communication from our hosts was excellent! Hopefully we can stay again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2023
Thank you so much for your review. We're very glad to hear you had a good trip. We look forward to welcome you back anytime. Wishing you all the best!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey H.

Great house great location

Perfect house for our family of 5. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for booking our place for your vacation. And a great review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stricia N.

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

Short Walk to Beach

We loved the location and the beach was very family oriented . Beautiful Sunrise at the beach, the house was perfect and very clean and met our exspectations of what they advertised, we loved sitting on the deck and visiting in the mornings and evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2023
Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Long weekend

The property had everything that we needed for a long weekend getaway. The reservation/check in process was smooth and hassle free.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you so much for your review. Thank you also for being a wonderful guest. We look forward to welcome you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary E.

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

Cute beach house

Great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2022
Thank you! Thank you for taking great care of our place.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

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

Cozy Beach House

This cozy beach house is within walking distance to the beach. It was very clean. It was perfect for my husband and I but would also be great for a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review & being a great guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan L.

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

Weekend get away

Had a last minute weekend get away and loved the location and ease to the beach which was a short walk. Our son loved the sand toys as well as breakfast on the deck. Was the perfect get always destination for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 23, 2021
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed your trip
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lajeana t.

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

Nice stay

Really clean , plenty of space & very close walk to the beach . Owners were nice & very prompt to respond to all questions . Thank you Jenny & Dat .... we enjoyed our stay 😊
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on May 25, 2020
Dear Lajeana. Thank you so much for your great review of your visit. Thank you also for taking good care of our place. We love to welcome you back in the future. Have a nice summer.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

sara c.

It's even better in person

It's the perfect distance from the beach, the deck is so spacious and the underneath amenities are awesome! We really enjoyed the outdoor shower after coming in from the beach. Over all our little birthday weekend was perfect for the three of us. Not to mention the owners are very sweet and accommodating we will be back every year for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for your kind review. It will our pleasure to have you visit again for future birthdays or anytime at all.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Fun, fun, fun!

House is gorgeous and a quick walk to the beach. You can tell the owners cherish their house b/c they take such good care of it. My girlfriends and I loved the wraparound porch and comfortable seating. The owner was just a quick call or text away when we had questions. Highly recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for your kind review on our house. We really do love our little getaway. Glad to know you had enjoyed your stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

davina f.

Perfect Island stay!

The Sand Trout was the perfect little cottage for our family of 5 and dog. Just a block from the private beach made for great walks for every sunrise and sunset. The homes wrap around porch was our favorite as we spend much of our time just enjoying the nice ocean breeze and our dog loved being able to roam free as it has a gate at both front and back entrance. We would definitely stay at this little gem again. Thank you so much for sharing your home and allowing us to make it ours!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Even better to hear you feel comfortable and welcome for your trip. Thank you for choosing our place.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E.

Great for our family of 4

We really enjoyed our stay! This was a great size for our family of four, and we loved the proximity to the beach. My tree-hugger side wishes there had been recycling available, but that is probably a city limitation. The amenities available were great and in good shape, and if we were to make another trip to south Texas, I think we would love to stay at this house again. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you so much. Yes, I feel the same way about the recycling. Unfortunately, it's not an option for us yet. We're glad to hear you enjoyed your stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Juan Carlos F.

Perfect cozy house with great deck near beach

The house is compact, but it has everything you need to enjoy a vacation near the beach. Inside it has been renovated and the deck and downstairs area seems all new, making it very pleasant! The deck has gates front and back makings it perfect to contain toddlers. The beach is a short walk away. We really enjoyed the beach, sand is very clean, so our kids really enjoyed it. Dealing with Jenny was very easy, always responsive and accommodating. We would definitely come back!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thanks so much for your comments. You are always welcome at our place. Jenny
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

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

So perfect

The house was perfect for my family! It was exceptionally clean and organized. I loved the labeled cabinets and light switches, having a washer and dryer was priceless as well. The towels were fluffy, the beds were comfy and the kitchen was well stocked with everything you would need to cook. The beach toys were perfect, being able to rinse off downstairs to keep the home clean was a huge help. The walk to the beach was just a couple of minutes and it is uncrowded and lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2021
Thank you so much for your great review! We love to know you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Sister Trip

We had a wonderful stay! The beach is about a block and a half Away which was a super short and easy walk for two “elderly” sisters. The beach is great with no cars driving on it in this area. The house was perfect with everything you could need. Comfy beds that would sleep 6 adults and then an additional double futon and sleeper sofa which would sleep 4 more. Everything was super clean and well appointed. There was even a blender and crockpot! Great internet and Roku tv. The perfect place for relaxing at the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 21, 2021
Thank you so much for your kind review. We try our best to keep the house nice & comfortable for our guests.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

Comfortable house, large deck, easy walk to the beach

We really enjoyed our stay. Looking for a house that could accommodate 4 adults and 2 small kids. This house was just right. The house was very clean and had most everything you needed for a comfortable stay. The walk to the beach was less than 5 minutes and the beach was not crowded and beach was kept clean. We brought a wagon to haul our umbrellas, cooler, and beach toys. Deck was furnished very well with table and chairs and two more sitting areas. Kitchen was stocked very well but could have used more silverware. The beds were very comfortable and air conditioner worked very well on those hot afternoons. Home owners were very easy to work with and wanted to make sure we had an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for choosing our place for your trip. Especially thank you for nice review and suggestions. It would be great to have you return for future vacations.
Archival

8/10 Good

Kristina M.

Great Beach Stay!

We were very happy with the home. No fuss, no frills. Owners were great to work with, had no issues while there so didn't need to contact them. Jenny was kind enough to let us know about an increase in mosquitoes in the area so we could come prepared. We were able to walk to the beach, it was only about 2 blocks! We loved being away from the crowds in and around Galveston. We were about 8 miles to the west of the main strip. Quiet neighborhood, with small grocery and seafood market very close. Would definitely stay again! My 1 minor issue was the bed quality and I don't think the amenities list washer dryer, but they were available on site, super nice when traveling with kiddos. So happy we got to have this family time at a wonderful beach house. BTW Galveston has great, clean beaches. Can't wait to visit again some day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for your input on the bed issue. We definitely will replace them with better ones soon. We are very happy that you have enjoyed your trip. We would love to welcome you back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

House very accurately advertised, good time had by all

Really great place for a family with young kids. We've got a newborn, a 1 yr old, and a 3 yr old. My wife and I stayed for 3 days, 2 nights. For our needs, it was near perfect. The floor plan was extremely functional for our needs. The television and DVD options were a nice bonus once the kids were asleep. The distance to the beach was close, I'd estimate 1/8 mile. The beach was private , we'd see only maybe 3-4 other people each time we went. Grocery store was convenient, but expensive. I'd suggest hitting the Wal-mart on the seawall on the drive in to avoid the near by grocers prices and selection. Washer/Dryer made the trip so much easier. Wrap around deck was the surprise highlight of our visit. Only suggested improvement would be to stock the kitchen with salt&pepper/spices/condiments/etc. For now, bring your own. Overall, the house was exactly as advertised and we enjoyed our trip immensely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Thank you for a great & candid review. We hope it will help future inquiries. We are happy to know you've had a great time. Thanks for the suggestion on condiments in kitchen.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

gloria C.

Poor

The beach house was good. Only downside to this stay was that the owner called me at 2 in the morning screaming at me stating that I had loud noise and that neighbors were complaining. She wouldn’t let me talk due to her being upset and screaming. Our neighbors noise didn’t bother us at all. What ruined our stay was her calling all mad for something that had to do with me and my family. She didn’t hear or see herself who was the one making the noise. She called me all because someone informed her about the noises which she was given the wrong information. Good experience with the house but really bad experience with her. Will not recommend this house to no one.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Hi. I hope you will finally grant forgiveness someday. I could only say that I am very sorry for the incident so many times. It was my mistake since the houses are so closed together. Again, I am sorry for it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tim n.

Great Place to stay

I gave this 5 Stars, not because it is Five Star accommodations, but because it absolutely met my expectations. What it is: Very Well Managed - Jenny is EXTREMELY responsive, from booking all the way through the stay. We had a problem with the AC coming on, and she dealt with it immediately on a Saturday evening. It was not a problem with the AC, but electrical connection. Jenny was on top of it and was ready to have someone come out and address it right away. This wasn't needed, but her willingness to address it immediately proves she does a better job than most management companies. Clean! I never saw one bug inside. This is big to me. Well-Stocked: you could tell this was someone's 2nd home and not simply a rental property with minimal accommodations. All Appliances were new and working, nothing broken, missing, etc. Washer and Dryer worked, oven/Micro toaster, hot water/AC Everything was in good working order. The outside deck was huge and seemed new. The outdoor areas makes the home seem much larger than it is. Recent Upgrades. Home is clean and in good repair. From top to bottom, inside and out, you do not see signs of neglect and deferred maintainence. You see well-kept and manicured, and this is very challenging with the salty air in Galveston. Wifi works well, TVs are good and set up with Netflix and all the latest apps i use at home. What it isn't: Extravagant. This is a basic home and the price reflects this. It is an older home that has been redone. It is CLEAN and remodeled, but it is not BRAND NEW. It is not beachfront, but it is a very short walk. It is a small, two bedroom home with two living areas and one bathroom. There is also a bathroom out doors which is nice if you are coming and going to the beach. We didnt because it was cold. The biggest complaint that I have is that there are no closets available in the house. This would make a lengthy stay a little challenging, but not impossible. For 3-4 days, you can manage. There is a dresser available to store some stuff in that is used as a TV stand in one of the living rooms. And hooks in the bedrooms to hang stuff on. The bedrooms are small too, but the living spaces are big and open so I did not feel cramped. It sleeps 6 people, and we did this without using the fold out. There is a day/trundle bed which was great for kids. THIS GETS FIVE STARS for the value and experience. It is well priced and very well managed. I would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 17, 2020
Hello Tim. Thank you soo much for your kind and straightforward review. We recently renovated the house which did not have any bedrooms originally. There wasn't much space to make the 2 bedrooms any bigger. We decided to make the large deck to make the house more roomy. We thank you very much for booking our place for your trip. You and your family are always welcome at our place. Jenny
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Orbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the place. Great location and was nice and quiet in the evening. Communication with owner was great. Enjoyed our stay and easy walk to the beach. House was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2026
Thank you so much. You were wonderful guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect location

House was better than described and the perfect spot for our family to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2023
Thank you! We're very glad you had a good stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Cute house, great location!

This house was perfect for 2 adults and 2 teens. It is so cute and right next to a beach that feels like a private beach since it is off the beaten path. I would 100% rent this one again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jenny

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My husband and I have been married 21+ loving years. We have 2 beautiful teenage daughters. We have been residents of Houston over 40 years. We love road trips & visiting scenic destinations. My husband's most favorite leisure activity is fishing. Wherever we travel, his foremost inquiry is if fishing is available.

Why they chose this property

It has been my husband's dream to fish everyday when he retires. We purchased this house in 2010 after the historic Hurricane Ike. We recently renovated the house with an additional 200 sq ft and expanded the deck. The process took longer than expected, but after all the works completed, we totally LOVE it. My husband can now live his dream even before retiring, which is a wonderful blessing. My most favorite activity is walking along the beautiful clean beach looking out into the open sea. The sunset/sunrise view on the beach is absolutely breathtaking.

What makes this property unique

Our home is in located on the quiet west end of Galveston Island. Guests will be able to enjoy a quiet & relaxing time during their stay at our place. There is no passing through traffic inside the subdivision. Our young guests can safely walk to a semi-private beach within a few minutes.
We also have many nice and friendly neighbors in the subdivision. .
We recently renovated the house converting it from an efficiency into a 2 bedroom house. Although the bedrooms are small, we try to make the space as comfortable as possible for our guests. The newly remodeled home feature a spacious wrap-around deck, which provides even more open area for outdoor activities for all. There is an outdoor shower downstairs which is great during hot summer days.
We wish to welcome guests into our "home away from home". All necessary kitchenware and dinnerware are available for preparing delicious home-cooked meals. Other amenities include Wi-Fi, Roku TV, Netflix, Disney Plus, and local channels, DVDs, games, books and puzzles.
Lastly, we sincerely hope our guests will find the Sand Trout as cozy and comfortable as possible. We certainly have enjoyed all our stay there in Galveston through the years.

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