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AbFab Seaside Cottage | Private Pool, In Town

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Jump on in! AbFab has the perfect backyard pool
This house will make you smile! The eclectic decor makes this house stand out from any other!
AbFab is one of Galveston's renovated historic homes, built in 1886
Fully equipped spacious kitchen
Curl up for a movie night

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102026 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Single Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Primary Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

AbFab Seaside Cottage | Private Pool, In Town

AbFab Seaside Cottage is a historic home is located in the heart of Galveston, just blocks from the beach, restaurants, shopping and features a private swimming pool. This AbFab Seaside Cottage is available for holiday vacations where guests will enjoy all the amenities of the home. This home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and will accommodate up to 10 guests. The home has a charming front porch. This historic home was built in 1886 and has survived until today, the home is located just 5 blocks from the beach and was recently renovated. This home features a private salt water swimming pool. The swimming pool is shallow at each end and 5' deep in the middle. The pool also features seating all around the edge - perfect for sunbathing! Walking distance to many landmarks - it's a unique and chic vacation rental!

The home is fully outfitted for a vacation rental property. The large living area features a TV with cable channels and WiFi. The updated modern kitchen is fully equipped to prepare meals and snacks for the whole crowd. Guests will rave at the massively large refrigerator - big enough for everything you want to store during the vacation. The kitchen also includes a large gas range, microwave, dishes, all the kitchen tools necessary for food preparation and a dining table and chairs.

The main floor of the home features two bedrooms and a full bath with a step-in shower. The primary bedroom features a queen bed, the second bedroom on this level is also a queen-size bed. The third bedroom is located upstairs and features both a queen bed + 2 twin beds. The upstairs bath includes a bathtub (no shower). The living area features a twin/twin trundle bed for a total of 10 guests.

The home also includes a washer/dryer for the convenience of the guests.

Staying in town or near one of Galveston's Historic Districts has its own set of perks and is very different from the West End or near East Beach. Many in town homes are walking distance to the seawall, the beach, restaurants, shopping, the Historic Strand & Postoffice district, the Pleasure Pier, museums, the Galveston-Bolivar Ferry, plenty of other attractions, things to do, grocery stores, Texas A&M University, Shriner’s Hospital, Ronald McDonald House and UTMB (University of Texas Medical Branch), one of the largest, most technologically sophisticated emergency care facilities in the world, a level 1 trauma and burn center.

GVR # 06891
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number GVR06891
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Galveston

Located in San Jacinto, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Moody Gardens and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling 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

  • East End Historic District - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of Galveston - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Seawall Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is AbFab Seaside Cottage | Private Pool, In Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at AbFab Seaside Cottage | Private Pool, In Town?

As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AbFab Seaside Cottage | Private Pool, In Town on 12 Jun 2026 start from £326, 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.

What time is check-in at AbFab Seaside Cottage | Private Pool, In Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at AbFab Seaside Cottage | Private Pool, In Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is AbFab Seaside Cottage | Private Pool, In Town located?

Located in San Jacinto, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lost Bayou, Galveston Seawall and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Port of Galveston are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Silvia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, the place was great. Location was perfect and the pool was amazing. Only thing is that there was no toiletries, so we had to buy toilet paper, trash bags, laundry detergent, coffee items and the grill did not work, we even brought our own propane tank so that was a bummer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda G.

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

home away from home

Nice clean, inside and out, will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you for your 5-star review, Rosalinda, and we can't wait to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsy E.

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

Birthday vacay

The house was perfect! The cleanliness, enough space, HUGE fridge which is lerfect for a family stay for 9 people. Adults and kids loved the pool and we spent a lot of time in it. We also loved the location, so close to the strand and seawall. We thought we'd have trouble parking but we never ran into any issues. Loved this location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that your family had an enjoyable stay. Ensuring a clean, spacious, and well-equipped home is our top priority, and we're glad the amenities, including the pool and convenient location, met your needs. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

sarah h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The house was clean and appeared like the listings, the pool was a nice feature and we were within walking distance to the beach. A few things worth noting: there is zero privacy in the home, none of the bed or bathroom doors lock, rooms have open windows above the door. The kitchen door handle broke off during our stay and the property management company was not responsive at all. This meant we had to leave the door wide open if we were in the back or risk being locked out. The showers only went to scalding hot or ice cold, which was incredibly challenging washing kids. We requested help and were only told they’d put in a work order but nothing was ever fixed. Living room TV does not have streaming features which was a bummer. Overall it was an okay stay. We enjoyed our time in Galveston and appreciated how close the house was to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience and for noting what you enjoyed about the home and its location. We are very sorry for the issues you encountered with the door, showers, privacy, TV, and our responsiveness, and we understand how frustrating this must have been, especially with children. Your feedback is important, and we will review these concerns with our team and the property owner to address them and improve future stays.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen Sister T.

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

Perfect spot for a Pleasure Pier Birthday Celebration!

This house is amazing - the location, the pool/backyard and the number of beds. My son and 2 friends celebrated his birthday with a day at Pleasure Pier with breaks to cool off in the pool. We will definitely rent this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ramona O.

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

Weekend Getaway

The house was nice and roomy and comfortable. Would have been nice to have more necessities ... trash bags, toilet paper, paper towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kayla R.

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

Beautiful house

We loved our stay. The only thing is there was no dish soap or hand soap. The dishes were dirty so we had to use shampoo to clean them. There was a lot of police activity behind the house. But, we really did enjoy our stay. It’s close to the beach and the pool was great. Our son enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Samantha K.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Poorly run by property management

Our family stayed here in the past. Not sure what happened by trash was piled in the front when we got there, a large portion of the kitchen outlets did not work and the property manager was not responsive to us when we called, mildew and fish smell inside, everyone waking up covered in bug bites after sleeping, large water stain on living room ceiling, hopefully it is from the recent hurricane and can be fixed but would not recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Hannah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Short Family Vacation

The description doesn’t exactly state its street parking but it’s definitely just street parking so it’s not guaranteed you’ll have a spot especially if your crew has more than 1 vehicle like ours. The location and cleanliness was great for what we needed. We loved the pool! It was a great place to hang during the downtime. The only real complaint I have is the trash can access. It was found the trash cans were located outside the back gate which was locked so you’d either have to squeeze through the locked gate to dump it or drive completely around the block to dump it. But then on the last day we smelt something very foul and discovered there were more trash bins under the front stairs that were completely full. I did ask about this situation and they responded within a reasonable amount of time. All in all, I’m very glad we stayed at this location and if we ever end up back in Galveston we would likely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2024
Thank you for your detailed review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you enjoyed the location, cleanliness, and pool during your stay. Regarding the trash can access issue, we will look into improving the setup to make it more convenient for our guests. We strive to provide a seamless experience, and your input helps us identify areas for improvement. We're pleased that you had an overall positive experience and would consider staying with us again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendalene W.

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

Beautiful historic home and in a great location.

I stayed at this house for a long weekend with family. The location is great and within walking distance to the seawall and a 5 minute drive to the Strand. The bedrooms were very nicely decorated and large. The upstairs was was a nice space with a queen bed and 2 twins and a bathroom. The kitchen was nice and large with an enormous refrigerator. It had everything we needed to prepare our meals and plenty of room to seat the 6 of us. The bathrooms were newly updated, and the showers were roomy. The best part was the beautiful private pool in the back yard. It was a perfect place to hang out and relax with the family. The only negative I have are the rental fees. If you are looking to rent this property, pay attention to the fees. They are just as much as the nightly rental price which almost doubled the price. The nightly rate is already a premium price and when you add the fees and taxes it was over $800 a night! The property is beautiful though and it was nice to stay in a historic home in Galveston so close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review, Wendalene, and we're sorry to hear you experienced any issues with additional fees. Although your total rental rate is available prior to booking, booking direct will always offer guests the lowest rates. Please reach out to us if you ever have any questions, and we hope to have you stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb 2026
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are glad you had a great stay and hope to welcome you again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

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

Weekend Getaway

This property is very cute. When you walk in there is a private bedroom to your right, livingroom to your left and stairs directly in front of you leading to an open loft with 2 twin beds and a queen. Continue down the hallway next to the stairs is the kitchen/dining room, bathroom and another private bedroom. The kitchen/dining room has a to the back balcony which over looks a beautiful pool and stairs leading down. The location was great, the house is adorable, the pool was fan
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jata C.

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

Great vacation home

Very clean and easy to check in. Loved the pool!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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