Catch A Wave! 2 Blocks to the Beach! Two-Story, With Porch!
"Catch A Wave", ONLY 2 Blocks to the BEACH!! A Family Favorite! *** Not Pet Friendly
Great location to many island activities, restaurants and attractions.
This wonderful home has updates throughout and a fun coastal theme. Located only 2 blocks to the beach and Seawall, you can walk to the beach for endless hours of fun in the sun! Free on-street parking so no need to hassle with Seawall parking!
The multiple decks offer great Gulf breezes and a cozy space for morning coffee or soaking up some sun. Enjoy the upstairs sundeck from the master or by exterior stairs. Catch a Wave is over 100 years old and includes unique features like a claw-foot tub, beautiful old sleigh bed, and gorgeous hardwood floors.
This two-story home sleeps 6 with sleeping for two in the downstairs living room with a queen sleeper sofa. There are two bedrooms located upstairs, creating more privacy. The first bedroom includes a twin with trundle bed and the second/master bedroom features a queen bed. Please note the layout of the rooms upstairs; access to the master is through the twin bedroom, however, there is an exterior door to the sundeck.
On-street parking available at a maximum of two cars, however, parking is enforced with parking permits which we provide for your convenience.
Additional Info: No Pets Minimum age to book is 25 No parties or loud gatherings Charcoal grill available 10-12 cup coffee maker Starter set of paper (toilet paper, paper towels) and plastic (trash bags) included
Book your next Galveston getaway at Catch a Wave! You won't be far from many of these great island activities: • Seawall Boulevard and beach access is only 2 blocks away. • Stewarts Beach, where chairs, umbrellas, food and bathrooms are available is only 1 mile away • Beautiful, historic Bishops Palace is .5 miles on Broadway, where tours are available. • The historic downtown Strand district where shopping, dining, carriage rides and strolling are enjoyed is 1.2 miles away. • Pier 21 and the harbor where cruise ships dock and many wonderful restaurants reside is 1.5 miles away. • The Historic Pleasure Pier amusement park is 1.1 miles. • Murdoch's seashell shop is .9 miles away, straight down the Seawall.
Home Rules Quiet hours 9 pm-9 am. No pets allowed Vendors have access to the homes on their scheduled day. Service days have the possibility of changing. Service days have the possibility of changing and do occur up to two times a week. A laundry bag will be dropped off 1-2 days prior to departure. No need to worry, please leave it where it has been placed. This rental property is not used for Nuisance Parties or Unlawful Gatherings. 6 adult maximum plus their dependent children are allowed at the property. For your safety and security, there may be public-facing cameras installed on the property. Unauthorized late check-out will incur a penalty of $150 + tax Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may incur additional fees. Please reach out 1–2 days prior to check-in to inquire about pricing and availability.
Please note: Upon booking, guests are required to complete a rental agreement, which will be sent via a secure link. Check-in instructions will only be provided after the agreement is completed.
Please note our policy for items left behind: We are happy to help return items left behind; however, due to logistics and the time required for our team to retrieve and drop off packages, a $25 handling fee plus the cost of shipping will be applied to any items sent back. We'd much rather you have your belongings with you! Thank you for doing a final "sweep" of the home before you depart.
Upon selection/approval of this property, note that basic additional terms & conditions will apply. You will expect to receive our Porter additional terms & conditions via email, which will be enabled for you to thoroughly view and sign digitally. This is not considered an executed document until you view and complete these terms & conditions. We appreciate your understanding of this needed task and we are thrilled for your stay!
We do our best to ensure guests have a 5-star experience. Guests will be provided with a start-up supply of household items such as laundry soap, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, etc so that upon check-in you do not need to run to the store. We do not provide salt, pepper, oils, and spices. If you are staying longer than a few days you will need to purchase these items. Thank you!
Important Note: We want you to enjoy your stay to the fullest, Please be aware amenities may break or not work during your stay and we ll do our best to accommodate you. May an amenity not work or fail during your stay we will do our best to make it right, and we can refund up to 10% of the affected nights to make it right. You have to let us know at the time of notice so we can do our best to remedy the situation.
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Galveston Seawall - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min walk
Circle K - 13 min walk
Saltgrass Steak House - 7 min walk
ShyKatz Place - 8 min walk
Miller's Seawall Grill - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Catch A Wave! 2 Blocks to the Beach! Two-Story, With Porch! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Catch A Wave! 2 Blocks to the Beach! Two-Story, With Porch!?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Catch A Wave! 2 Blocks to the Beach! Two-Story, With Porch! on 25 Aug 2026 start from £126, 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 Catch A Wave! 2 Blocks to the Beach! Two-Story, With Porch!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Catch A Wave! 2 Blocks to the Beach! Two-Story, With Porch!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Catch A Wave! 2 Blocks to the Beach! Two-Story, With Porch!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Catch A Wave! 2 Blocks to the Beach! Two-Story, With Porch! located?
Located in San Jacinto, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Seawall Beach, Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
it was a great beach access house, very roomy, and had a great balcony
Melanie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2026
Hello Melanie, thank you for your great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the easy beach access, the spacious layout, and the balcony—those are some of our favorite features too. We’d love to host you again for another relaxing stay by the beach!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Norma
30 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little place close to the beach . However only one restroom downstairs and beds are on 2 nd floor . Only for 4 people instead of 6 because the sofa bed in not appropriate to sleep . Mattress is not good . Other than that the kitchen is well equipped . Will
Stay there again
The house was just a shown on listing. The private yard was great. It had plenty of room for our family of 5. The house had lots of vintage charm.
Crystal W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2026
Hi Crystal, thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear the home was just as shown in the listing and that you enjoyed the private yard and vintage charm. It’s great to know the space worked well for your family. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Great place. A block from the beach, quiet neighborhood. The house was super cute, and had everything we needed. Would for sure stay again.
Maria H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2025
Thank you so much, Maria! We're happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and that the house had everything you needed. We'd love to welcome you back anytime! 😊🌊
We were so happy we found this place! It was perfect! Great location to walk to the beach and Benno’s! Really cool old house, clean and quiet! This will definitely be our beach stay location on our next Galveston trip!
This property was great. 3 ladies had a great time. The house is beautiful and just a short walk to the ocean. Everything was just as they said on the website. I will rent again if possible!
Great location in a quiet neighborhood. Very easy to get to the beach-even with a 2 and 4 year old. Loved the different outdoor sitting areas. Only concern for other families would be if you have light sleepers-can only access master bedroom through other bedroom unless you go outside and down the stairs
Meagan L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2020
Thanks for staying with us Meagan! We look forward to hosting your family again in the future.
close to the beach and walking distance. It was my sons birthday and they had a cake and balloons all ready. Amazing. Would stay again.
amedeo t.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2020
Thanks for staying with us Amedeo! We were more than happy to assist with making your son's birthday trip to Galveston memorable. We would enjoy hosting your family again!
Very quint place to stay, the bathroom is downstairs from main bedroom but not a big issue unless you have any trouble with stairs. The HVAC system works good but the airflow to upstairs is lower so you will need to set thermostat about 70 degrees to keep bedroom upstairs comfortable. Being an HVAC technician I would suggest possibly installing a ductless mini split system upstairs but truly is was ok. If you had someone downstairs they might get cold at night.
The location is great, you can walk to beach, even walked to church nearby. Not very far to the Strand district, shopping and restaurants.
Great house for a couple. House was very clean and ready to go when we got there. Good kitchen with a washer and dryer. Wife loved the claw foot bathtub. The upper balcony was a great spot for a morning coffee and a late night drink. The only con about this house was the mattress was as old as the house. After the first night, the next morning I went straight to target to buy an air mattress. We set it up downstairs cause it was closer to the bathroom. If it wasn't for the mattress this would be a 5 star house.
Paul D.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2020
Thanks for the feedback on Catch a Wave. We will have the mattress inspected promptly and apologize for any inconvenience experienced during your stay with us. We hope to see you all again!
It was a very clean house. I love the characteristics of the house. It is an older house. When I first seen the bathroom I loved it, after taking a shower I wasn't a big fan of the tiny stand up shower mainly because of 2 reasons 1. My husband and I love taking showers together and as we both did fit it wasn't easy to move around of course 2. The bathroom floor would be completely soaked after anyone taking a shower. There wasn't a mop in the house so I bought a cheap one just to mop up the water so no one would track water through the house on the beautiful floors. My husband and I slept in the I'm assuming the master bedroom the bed was a little uncomfortable for me personally. It was a mattress and a wood frame. I'm Not saying it was terrible I'm just use to having a little more cushion or squishy memory foam type bed. My mom slept on the day bed she said it was ok haha again we are spoiled to our memory foam. We had a very relaxing time in the house. My kids enjoyed watching Netflix while I cooked dinner. My husband and I enjoyed sitting out on the patio and deck areas. Unfortunately the house isn't close enough to see the ocean which we new that by reading the online listing. You have a small walk to the beach it isn't bad if you are able to walk it. (My grandma which wasn't with us this time wouldn't have been able to walk it.) You do have to cross the busy seawall street. We could see Pleasure Pear from the beach. We could have walked to it as well also a good walk. We just enjoyed the fun yet relaxing time on the beach. My husband and son walked down a little ways to go fishing off some rocks. There was a bait vending machine at a store that was very convenient. They caught a few smaller fish. We also was able to see a dolphin in the far distance. Overall we had an amazing time. I would definitely stay in the house again.
Tammy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2020
Thank you for staying with us and all the feedback! We are so happy you all enjoyed the home and look forward to hosting you all again!
Beautiful old house in great shape,loved the old floors.Balcony was very nice only small view of the Gulf!
John S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2026
Hi John, thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the charm of the home—those original floors really are something special. It’s great to hear you made the most of the balcony as well, even with just a peek of the Gulf. We’d be happy to host you again anytime!
There’s some crakes on the shower’s floor and som black stains . And by the way, we have some rain heavy rain this morning and we have big leak water leak in there between the kitchen and the living room.
This beach house was absolutely perfect for my family of four! Super clean and cute😁. Walking distance to beach and Seawall Boulevard. Highly recommend this house to anyone and everyone!
The place was great! Clean, nice old house, good neighborhood, safe. Place was very comfortable, enough place for family with the kids. We loved the decoration, all the accessories at the place. You can have bbq outside as well. Had all the facilities we needed. Good coffee and breakfast places is in 10 min walking distance.(sunflower bakery and Mosquito cafè). Beach is just 5 min away.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This place was perfect for our family. Katie with Soar Rentals was incredibly accommodating and helpful. The location was perfect and we had a great Galveston stay!
Jay & Meaghan S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
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