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The Canal House

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A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with stools, a refrigerator, and a television.
A kitchen with a central island, white cabinets, and a stainless steel refrigerator. There are three stools at the island.
A kitchen with a large island, two ceiling fans, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Property grounds
A living room with a television, sofa, and coffee table.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Sea Isle Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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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. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Sea Isle Beach - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Moody Gardens - 41 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 47 min drive - 35.3 km
  • Port of Galveston - 55 min drive - 40.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪West End Marina - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Canal House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Canal House?

As of Nov 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Canal House on Nov 15, 2026 start from $365, 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 The Canal House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Canal House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Canal House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Canal House located?

Located in West End, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Sea Isle Beach and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Galveston Island Beaches. Terramar Beach and Half Moon Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

6.8
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great canal house. We hung out and fished. We really enjoyed our stay. It’s definitely a good choice on the canal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The house is nice but it’s not for the active family. There are no kayak’s, rafts or anything for the water. Other houses we have stayed in have a lot of water toys for the same nightly rate. So if you’re there for just the water view, it’s a good house. The 3rd bedroom is on the bottom floor with its own access, which wasn’t clear in the listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 19, 2026
Hi Penny, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I’m sorry to see we only earned three stars, especially since the items mentioned are things we work hard to communicate clearly in advance. For anyone reading this, I want to offer a bit of context. We do not advertise or imply that we provide water equipment; in fact, our listing specifically notes that we do not supply these items, and we’re always happy to recommend local rental companies for guests who need them. Regarding the layout, the description states: “The bottom floor can only be accessed from the front or back ground floor and is one large room equipped with 1 queen bed and 2 twin bunk beds.” It sounds like this may not have been as clear as intended, so I’ll review the wording to see if it can be made even more straightforward for future guests. We never want anyone to feel misled. Transparency is extremely important to us, and we do our best to set accurate expectations so guests can choose a property that fits their needs. I appreciate the feedback and will use it to continue improving our communication.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
This is the first negative review I’ve really had. I’ll first say the host is very nice and responds well but the place definitely needs some work done for the price paid. The house overall was pretty dirty. We had issues with large roaches, mostly downstairs. Kids also complained about ants downstairs but those never saw. Most of the kids ended up sleeping upstairs on the couch’s by end of the stay. Both up and downstairs needed to be swept on arrival. Down stairs was not central AC and is a constant chore with humidifiers needing to be emptied. The bed my wife and I slept in was old and caved in to the middle and really needs to be replaced. We actually tried to find another place nearby that we could stay at but it would be too much a hassle and costly. We wouldn’t go back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location
I chose this property because it advertised amenities such as a swimming pool and a canal directly behind the house. As a family with four young children, these amenities were the main reason we booked this stay for our last weekend before the kids returned to school.Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing from the moment we checked in. We encountered one problem after another. When we tried to access the pool, the people there informed us that we needed a pass, even though the listing and our booking indicated that access was included.Communication with the host was also very frustrating. We repeatedly tried to contact them, but because there was little to no cell service, we had to drive back to the house each time just to connect to the Wi-Fi and send messages. Even then, we did not receive timely responses, leaving us without help when we needed it most. To make matters worse, the house did not match the photos or our expectations based on the listing. What was supposed to be a relaxing family getaway before school started turned into a stressful and disappointing experience. Based on our stay, I would not recommend this property to friends or family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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