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This 2-bedroom vacation home in the city center accommodates 6 guests and features 1 bathroom. It offers a deck, yard, and furnished patio for outdoor enjoyment. Families can explore nearby hiking, biking, and water sports, while Kempner Park and the Silk Stocking Historic District provide additional attractions. The property is pet-friendly.
Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Charming 1924 Craftsman Style Cottage Adjacent to the Garten Verein
Originally built in 1924, this charming Craftsman Style Cottage is situated on a secluded dead-end street across from one of Galveston's majestic private estates. There are 2 bedrooms and one full bathroom. The house was renovated in 2012 and central AC and heat was installed. Each bedroom has a king bed and lots of closet space. The bathroom has a toilet, sink, and tub/shower combo. The bathroom has an exhaust fan with a heater as well.
The house has an open floor plan between the kitchen, dining room, and living room. The kitchen has a gas stove and oven with a griddle and a vented microwave above. There is a large butcher block island with bar seating for you and your guests. The butcher block was sourced from a local meat store who served islanders for decades. The refrigerator is a large French door style model, with the refrigerator on one side and the freezer on the other and makes plenty of ice! The kitchen is fully stocked with cups, plates, flatware, stemware, cooking utensils, pots and pans, bowls, etc. It also has a blender, toaster, and coffee maker.
The living room area has a queen sized pullout couch and two chairs. The 55" flat screen TV has Roku, cable TV, and a DVD player. High speed internet and wifi is provided. The dining area has a large table that can seat four people comfortably. There is a full size front-load washer and gas dryer in the laundry room.
The front yard has a picket fence and is landscaped with roses, seasonal flowers and bougainvillea. There is a large shaded front porch with a teak bench for enjoying the cool breeze off the Gulf of Mexico.
The back yard is fenced and landscaped as well. There is a red brick patio with a picnic table, fire pit, and charcoal grill for cookouts. There is an outdoor shower with hot and cold water and a foot wash for rinsing off the sand from you or your pets after a day at the beach.
The house is centrally located and minutes from the beach, seawall, Pleasure Pier, the Strand, Moody Gardens, and Schlitterbahn water park. There are several great restaurants close by, as well and grocery and outdoor gear stores.
Given the property’s location and amenities, it is perfect for a couple’s retreat, a weekend getaway with friends, family vacation, or long-term rental for snowbirds escaping the cold winters.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
$50 pet fee applies.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Dogs must be clean, well behaved, and kept on a leash in the neighborhood. Please pick up after your dog and control barking.
Please do not sit on beds or furniture with wet clothing. Please do not use bath towels as beach towels.
Additional cleaning fees may be applied for excessive cleaning such as food/urine stains on bedding, pet accidents, etc.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number GVR08956
Property # 3843685
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
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
Located in Kempner Park, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday 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 Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Ready for a night out? Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center and Grand Galvez. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Port of Galveston - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
La King's Confectionery - 2 min drive
Brick House Tavern + Tap - 2 min drive
Wendy's - 16 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 15 min walk
Shrimp N Stuff - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming 1924 Craftsman Style Cottage Adjacent to the Garten Verein pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Charming 1924 Craftsman Style Cottage Adjacent to the Garten Verein?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming 1924 Craftsman Style Cottage Adjacent to the Garten Verein?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming 1924 Craftsman Style Cottage Adjacent to the Garten Verein?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming 1924 Craftsman Style Cottage Adjacent to the Garten Verein located?
Located in Kempner Park, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kempner Park, Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km).
About the host
Hosted by Doug Harris
We have been IBCs (Islanders By Choice) since 2004. We grew up coming to the island as children to fish and go to the beach, but started weekending here in 2004. The more we came, the more we fell in love with the island. There are so many interesting sites and events to see and do here, and we are constantly finding new things to do. We enjoy fishing, walking on the beach, riding our bikes along the seawall, paddle boarding in the Gulf and bays, and attending the various festivals and art shows throughout the year. We are now on our 3rd property in Galveston and spend almost all of our time here now.
Why they chose this property
The home at 2802 is a well constructed example of the brick cottages built in the late 20's. It's proximity to the Kempner Park, the beach and it's view of the Hutchings Mansion were deciding factors as well. The fact that we had recently purchased other properties close by, for the same reasons, sealed the deal.
What makes this property unique
The best part of this house is it's location. It is on a quite residential dead-end street, yet centrally located. The beach is just a short 6 block walk away. At the end of the street is Garten Verein, a former German social club organized in 1876 and is now a public park maintained by the Galveston Historical Foundation. Across the street is the 1856/1889 John H. Hutchings home, a three story mansion occupying almost three full acres. The Hutchings home has over 80 live oak trees and is home to several hawks and egrets. A daily treat is to sit on the front porch of the house and watch the hawks hunt between the mansion and park grounds.