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The Shell Shack

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A living room with a sofa, wicker chairs, a glass coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.
A two-story house with a balcony, a covered porch, and a white picket fence.
A dining area with wicker chairs, a round wooden table, and a chandelier.
A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a glass coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A room with two bunk beds, a small table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Pirate's Beach
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Pirates Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirate's Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island State Park Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

The Shell Shack

Welcome to the Shell Shack, a charming beach cottage in Pirates Beach! 2BR/1BA upstairs with open living and lots of natural light. The two bedrooms include a king bed and two bunk beds. Bonus bunk room, half bath, laundry, and outdoor shower downstairs. Large fenced yard—pet friendly! Just two blocks to the beach or Pirates Beach Center shops and dining. Enjoy a relaxing family weekend or "work from home" for the week!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
This is a quiet, family friendly neighborhood. Please keep noise to a minimum and be respectful to neighbors. Neighborhood quiet hours are 10p - 8a.
Please use a cooler for any freshly caught fish, not the refrigerator.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR07924
Property # 2198239vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Galveston

West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, is home to this holiday home. 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 Moody Gardens and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Broadway are also worth visiting.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Pirates Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pirate's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Galveston Country Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Palm Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Island Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Viet Cajun - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shell Shack pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Shell Shack?

As of 17 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shell Shack on 11 Jan 2027 start from £410, 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 at The Shell Shack?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Shell Shack?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shell Shack?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shell Shack located?

Located in West End, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach. Galveston Country Club and Galveston Island State Park Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Isabelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a small group getaway! Close to the beach. The downstairs bunk room had a bunch of bikes in it so it wasn’t really useable but the couch upstairs is a pullout so it all worked out for my group of 5. Host is easy to reach and the place was clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

ellie a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the Shell Shack, it was a perfect beach stay for our Family of 5 and dog. It was exactly as advertised and we had a great time - even with rainy weather! Would return and recommend. Short walk to the beach was a breeze, didn't need a golf cart!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Will be back!!! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was just as listed and was very clean and well equipped with plenty of amenities. The host was very responsive leading up to the stay and during the stay! It was just what our family needed for our end of summer beach vacation. Great neighborhood, great neighbors, great location to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026

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