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The Coral Retreat: Ultimate family getaway in the heart of the Island

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A spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining area with chairs, a kitchen area, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including chairs and a bench, and a railing.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A spacious living room with a large leather sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, and a fireplace. There are ceiling fans and a kitchen area visible in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Moody Gardens Golf Course

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Arcade/game room
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Moody Gardens Golf Course
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Moody Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

guest

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

kids

1 Double Futon and 2 Single Bunk Beds

master

1 Double Futon, 1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

3 bathrooms

guest

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

kids

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Galveston

Located in Near West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Magic Carpet Golf. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Moody Gardens Golf Course - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Moody Gardens - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 14 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Port of Galveston - 23 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McNeal's Tavern & Eatery - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Coral Retreat: Ultimate family getaway in the heart of the Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Coral Retreat: Ultimate family getaway in the heart of the Island?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Coral Retreat: Ultimate family getaway in the heart of the Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Coral Retreat: Ultimate family getaway in the heart of the Island?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Coral Retreat: Ultimate family getaway in the heart of the Island located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Moody Gardens Golf Course, Magic Carpet Golf and Seawall Beach. Galveston Island Beaches is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This home is in a great location, close to pier and beach. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great stay

It was our 2nd summer trip staying at Coral Retreat. Its a great place to stay. Short drive to beaches, fishing pier, and Schlitterbahn.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location. Everything was clean and beautiful The owner was very communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

Picture perfect vacation. Everything as described
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

W house

Best house you could choose to getaway with.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home with so much open space

We enjoyed the beautiful home on the Moody Golf Course. Views of the water and fully stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ms. Scott

Had a wonderful stay, the property is gorgeous! There were a few hiccups but the host was quick to respond. My family and I will make a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place to hang out with family.

Spacious, laid out well, close to many things. Plenty of room and having 3 full bathrooms was great. The only drawback for me was the stairs but that’s because my knees are so bad. Pretty much all of the rentals have stairs. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2023
Hi Joyce, the elevator is fully functional! Had we known your difficulties we would have encouraged and reminded you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful home to stay.

A lovely home, near all the action on Galveston Island. The fishing dock in the backyard was a big hit with the kids. Caught crokers and Blue crabs. The upstairs is a great retreat for the kids, a large bedroom that sleeps 5, bathroom. and a great room with a TV, Foosball table and 2 large couches. Would recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation Celebration

One of the best VRBO homes that we've come across. Beautiful home. Well kept. Great space. The front and back porches are set up well and provide a great overview of the bay. Plenty of fenced in yard space allowed our kids to run around safely. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Summer Vacation

The house is spacious and did not feel crowded for our party of 16. The out door space was gracious also. The third floor allowed for the kids to have their own area while the adults enjoyed the 2nd floor. I wish the dock was fixed so we could sit out on the water but everything else was fantastic. The toys and amenities offered really helped day time planning at the beach. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get together

Great stay. Loved the location and the view. Be aware elevator only goes to main floor. The pier was not usable. Those were two minor things. The home was great. Everything was new, clean and wonderful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter Family Getaway

This was a beautiful property and the perfect destination for our family. The privacy of the neighborhood was beyond my expectations. Although the boat dock was broken due to recent severe weather we were still able to do water activities. The elevator was perfect for my elder parents which was a plus! We are definitely planning to stay at this location again! Short drive to Stewart Beach :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A much needed getaway for my family!

This was a peaceful, well needed getaway! We all enjoyed our stay. The location and amenities were on point. I sat on the pier until 3’oclock in the morning the first night and saw two falling stars for the first time ever in my life, what an awesome birthday gift for me!! The owners made the check in process very easy, I didn’t have to drive some where other than the location to get keys to the property and they made it very clear if there was anything needed that they were only a phone call away. The neighbors made us feel very welcome. I would choose this property over and over again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Nice and Roomy

The house is very nice and the open floor plan gives a lot of room. Great area and well maintained. All my little grands enjoyed the big yard. We fished off the peer and caught Reds. Very clean inside and out. The host is amazing. A great property without breaking the bank. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

This home was beautiful, clean, and perfect for our Galveston vacation. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good location

Good location. Enjoyed the fishibg pier.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family getaway

Overall, we would recommend this home as a place to stay while vacationing in Galveston. Lovely home and neighborhood. Great location close to seawall and other attractions. We didn’t mind the outside cameras but just felt like we were being watched all over the home. Also, the previous renters had a 🐕 in the home, which you could smell on the entrance rug. In spite of this, we really LOVED this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Property

Unfortunately it stormed quite a bit during the first half of our stay, causing a power outage to the house shortly after arriving and knocking out the wifi. When power returned and the wifi wouldn't come back on I contacted Peter(the owner) and he was very kind and helped us to restore the wifi. The home was beautiful and the view amazing. Close to town where you can easily get to everything but far enough away that you don't feel trapped by the business of the city. Absolutely loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in great neighborhood

We stayed with family to celebrate my sons graduation from Texas A&M Galveston. It was a beautiful home in a great neighborhood. The house was spacious and gave everyone enough room to spread out when needed. All items needed to feel at home were provided.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We loved the property. Great nature experience, pleasant water surroundings catching fish, shrimps

The inside is nicely decorated, clean. Bedding’s and towels well equipped. Beautiful view all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay.

Great property and owner was very responsive and helpful on questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

The property was amazing. The views were fantastic. The neighborhood was so peaceful. You are in the heart of Galveston but still secluded. Golfers will love it directly across the street is Moody Gardens golf course. The kids love having thier own space on the top floor. Ample parking and areas all outside the house to gather together with friends with seating. The house will definitely not disappoint will be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bike rally 2021

Great, quiet neighborhood. House absolutely pristine. Host answered question immediately. Had a wonderful time. We're bike enthusiasts but loved not having to listen to them roar all night.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Remembrance/Celebration of Mother 77th Birthday

It was the perfect location, my Brother and I wanted to gather last year in remembrance of my Mom 10 yr passing, but due to COVID we were unable to. This year things lined up, all the family was able to meet on this weekend, to share stories, laugh, cousins play together, eat good food, fish at the back of the pier off the coral, relax and enjoy each other. The Coral Reef was amazing, clean and everything you want and need on site. Will highly recommend!!! Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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