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"Hermosa” - Sea Isle with Beachfront Gulf View, kayaks, Pool and Dog friendly

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A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a red chair and a table.
A spacious living area with a foosball table, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and microwave.
A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a brick deck.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV.
Hermosa beach house is in Sea Isle

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Sea Isle Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Sea Isle Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Beaches
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

"Hermosa” - Sea Isle with Beachfront Gulf View, kayaks, Pool and Dog friendly

** Guests are welcome to use our 2 ten ft kayaks (each has a 300-lb capacity). **

I accept the same-day booking and arrival date. (ask the owner for a quote)

PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTES. PER-NIGHT RATES MAY INCREASE OR DECREASE BASED ON THE LENGTH OF STAY, NUMBER OF PEOPLE, SPECIAL EVENTS, HOLIDAYS, OR LAST-MINUTE DISCOUNTS. – THANK YOU.

As seen on HGTV's Beachfront Bargain Hunt (under the previous name "Pink Breeze"), “Hermosa Beach House” is your perfect beachside getaway.

This 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, 1230 sq ft, with beachfront view house has expanded sleeping options for a maximum of 14 guests:

The Master bedroom has king size bed and a twin over full bunk bed (with extra pull-out twin mattress) (sleep 6).
2nd bedroom has king size bed (sleep 2).
3rd bedroom has queen size bed (sleep 2).
The living room has 2 queen sofa beds (sleep 4).

Enjoy the great beach views and the warm breeze of the Gulf of Mexico from the large deck.

Equipped with state-of-the-art appliances, 70" smart 4k TV in the family room and LCD TV in the bedrooms, and high-speed internet connections.

Updated with granite countertops, bamboo flooring, as well as access to the deck from the living room and master bedroom. Has a Foosball table and two cornhole boards.

Located on the west end of Galveston Island in the sought-after community of Sea Isle.

Once here there is no need to maneuver across busy roads to access the beach.
You can easily take a 50-yard stroll to the beach for fishing and fun or enjoy the Sea Isle community pool, tennis court, and marina.

Take the kayaks for a spin on the bay or beach.

Boat owners and fishing fanatics - bring your fishing gear.

Beachview in all the 3 bedrooms.

Enjoy access to the Sea Isle community swimming pool just across the main road on the bayside. Homeowner association office sells $100 pass and will cover up to 10 guests for a week.

The public boat ramp is also available on bayside less than 1 mile away. Along with a marina, bait/fuel and supply store, playground, tennis courts, swimming pool, 2 restaurants (fine dining and casual), and bar. Sea Isle is a short drive into historic Galveston with its wide variety of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.

With prior approval, a max of 2 small dogs is welcome for an additional $250 non-refundable pet fee.

The responsible party should be at least 25 years of age to book and must occupy the property at all times.

** Sea Isle Boat ramp key and Fishing pier card key may be requested from the owner.** If guests lost these keys, they will be charged $200. Guest will pay a deposit of $150 (refundable $130) for the fishing pier and ramp keys.

WIFI: High-speed WIFI is available throughout the home.

Water Toys: Two ten ft Kayaks may be used by the guest (2 life vests, 2 paddles are available for guests to use). They need to be returned in their racks and 3rd bedroom closet (for paddles) before guests depart.

Enjoy access to the Sea Isle community swimming pool just across the main road on the bayside. The homeowner association office sells $100 pass and will cover up to 10 guests for a week.

City of Galveston does not allow side by side ATV, only allows golf cart. It is not allowed to be driven in any grass area.

All human beings, including infants and children of any age, count toward your maximum occupancy limits of 14 people and are subject to your extra guest fees.

AMENITIES:
•Boat Ramp and Fishing Pier Access
•Open Deck
•Parking For 4 Cars
•Outdoor Dining, bench, rocking chairs, lounge chair
• Subdivision Pool - $100 Fee for pool pass (Open Memorial Day - Labor Day)

•Washer/Dryer
•WiFi Internet
•Central Air
•Microwave
•Charcoal BBQ Grill
•Outdoor (hot/cold) Shower
•Water toys such as Kayaks (each has 300-lb capacity), 2 life vests, 2 paddles are available
•Dishwasher
•4 Cable TVs (3 bedrooms+living all have an LCD TV and cable)
• Foosball table and Two Cornhole boards

** If you need a beach house in Jamaica Beach/Galveston TX, we have 4 bedrooms, 3 bath beach house in Jamaica Beach (max of 9 guests)

**For Canal Front house in Galveston TX, I have a 5 bedroom 3 baths CanalFront house in Terramar Beach (max of 20 guests)

**For smaller rental, (max of 6 guests), I have a 1 bedroom beachfront Seascape condominium (please ask the owner)

** If you need a beach house in Galveston TX, we have a 4 bedrooms, 2 baths beach house in the Sea Isle subdivision (max of 18 guests). ***

**For Eagle Mountain Lakefront house (DFW area) for a max of 13 guests, I have a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath lakefront house (please ask the owner)

Sea Isle, Terramar beach, Beachfront, waterfront, canalfront, oceanfront, beach view, beach front, water front, ocean front, canal front, beach view, canal view, WIFI, internet, Allows pets, jamaica beach
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Quiet hours from 10pm-7am
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small dog (under 25 lb). Picture will be asked.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only pre-approved dog (by owner), will be brought onto the premises. Please ask owner for dog approval. No smoking inside the house.
Fireworks are prohibited on property, no exceptions! Charcoals, firewood, fishing gear are not provided. But fishing is definitely allowed.
Guests will be charged if water toys&life vests are not returned to their corresponding racks & if paddles are not returned inside 3rd bedroom closet.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR05525
Property # 863997vb
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.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: Quiet hours from 10pm-7am
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit 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 West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and Jamaica Beach. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Sea Isle Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Moody Gardens - 39 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 45 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Port of Galveston - 54 min drive - 38.7 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Way West Grill And Pizzeria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does "Hermosa” - Sea Isle with Beachfront Gulf View, kayaks, Pool and Dog friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hermosa: beachfront Gulf views, pool?

As of 20 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hermosa: beachfront Gulf views, pool on 7 Aug 2026 start from £1,162, 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.

Is "Hermosa” - Sea Isle with Beachfront Gulf View, kayaks, Pool and Dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at "Hermosa” - Sea Isle with Beachfront Gulf View, kayaks, Pool and Dog friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Hermosa” - Sea Isle with Beachfront Gulf View, kayaks, Pool and Dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Hermosa” - Sea Isle with Beachfront Gulf View, kayaks, Pool and Dog friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Hermosa” - Sea Isle with Beachfront Gulf View, kayaks, Pool and Dog friendly located?

Located in West End, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, steps from Sea Isle Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Galveston Island Beaches. Terramar Beach and Half Moon Beach are also within 3 miles (5 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. 44 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to the beach and had a great time! Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul c.

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

Nice place, great location

Nice place and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2020
Thank you for taking time to review Paul. And also for taking care of my home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oldrich F.

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

Great place right on the beach in Sea Isle.

Great place right on the beach, Nice location in Sea Isle which is a great location that does not have any vehicle traffic allowed on beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Thank you for taking time to review. I'm really glad that you enjoyed your vacation. And I also want to thank you for taking good care of my home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Great Location and Set Up

Place was awesome. Hosts were outstanding. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Thanks for taking time to review and also for taking care of my home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Great beach house!

It was a great location. The beach and water were clean. The pier was fun to fish from. The house was clean and pretty well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking care of our home and for your time to review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

This was the perfect vacation for our family

We loved the “Hermosa” house! It was perfect for our family. The view from the outside deck was amazing! The owner, Maria was very good to us. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you for your feedback. Hope to see you again this year.
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan G.

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

Nice home

Comfortable home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2020
Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Weekend getaway

This was a great Place to spend a relaxing weekend. The house is clean and cozy. The ocean is easily seen from the back Porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2020
Thank you for taking time to review and for taking care of my property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M.

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

Christmas and 20th Anniversary on the Beach

We had everything we needed for a wonderful week long stay. Will definitely stay with y'all again. Thank you for sharing your home with us :0)
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2022
You're welcome. We're very glad you enjoyed your stay. Just call/email/text when you decide to come back to the Island. Thanks for your time to review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

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

Great stay at the Hermosa!

Our stay at the Hermosa was great! Clear view of the beach and there was a pathway right to the beach. In unit washer and dryer was really convenient and host provided laundry detergent. Good amount of towels provided and house was well air conditioned plus fans and window units.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Relaxing Getaway!

Thank you for sharing your home with us! We had the best time just enjoying the peaceful view with the sounds of the waves. Your home was comfortable and welcoming!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2022
Thank you so much for your review. We're very glad you enjoyed your stay. I'm looking forward to your stay this summer :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Herag F.

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

Excellent host

This was a great place to stay. Great communication with great details about everything you need. We had a minor issue that was taken care of immediately, that is what you want in a host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great time!

We had a great weekend! Steps from the beach. Beautiful view and an awesome house! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2023
Thank you for taking time to review. You're very welcome to come back.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Zulema G.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Not beach front. No, I could not see my family from the top porch because is a public beach amd it was full of people. Raining day water came in throgh the front door..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2025
Hello Zulema, Thank you for sharing your feedback. I’m truly sorry to hear that the home did not meet your expectations. While the listing does not state that the property is a beachfront property (it stated that it has beachfront Gulf view - which is correct), I understand how this may have caused some disappointment upon arrival, especially on a busy day at the public beach. Note that all Texas beaches are public beaches. In Sea Isle beach, the city installed sand bolsters to stop vehicles from driving in front of the houses. I also apologize for the inconvenience caused by the heavy rain and the door sweep not holding up as intended. We will have this checked right away to help prevent this from happening again for future guests. Your comments are very valuable to us, and we’ll continue working to make each stay as comfortable as possible. I hope you’ll consider giving us another chance in the future. Warm regards,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

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

Great Location

It was clean and as described. Steps from the beach with an ocean view. Slightly older house, but well-maintained. Also, comes with all the basic kitchen stuff, including flatware, pots and pans, etc. My toddler, dogs and wife all enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review and taking care of my "hermosa" beach house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami B.

Great location very close to the beach!!

When you can’t trust spring break weather, it is much more fun to be able to stroll over the dune to the beach whenever you feel like it instead of load everyone and all the stuff up and drive in the car. And when kids want to stay but it is too cold for mom, it is awesome to be able to supervise away from the wind in the shelter of the huge porch! House was very clean and well outfitted for our stay. Thanks for sharing your beach house with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thanks for your review. Anytime you need a beach vacation I'm an email/phone away :-)
Verified

4/10 Poor

jeremy h.

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

House needs massive repairs and sways in the wind. Would highly recommend a structural engineer to

Also loud beach parties very late at night at the public beach nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2023
Hello Jeremy, Thank you for taking the time to post a review. Noted, we will get an educated opinion and do the appropriate reinforcement if recommended. The houses in Galveston are designed with a specific live load for the structure when that live load is exceeded there might be some flexure which is normal when properly designed. The houses in Galveston are also designed to have flexure in high wind and hurricane conditions. The flexure acts like a damper to help the house from being blown away. thank you again and have a great day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

WONDERFUL!!

The HERMOSA BEACH HOUSE was perfect for our family. There were 11 in our family that stayed and the sleeping arrangements were great. We did have some issues when we first arrived, however, Maria was quick to respond and handled those issues very quickly! The location to the beach was perfect!! We absolutely loved the deck looking at the ocean! Thank you so much Maria, for letting us rent your home over the 4th of July, we absolutely had a wonderful time!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
You're welcome. Thank you for taking care of my "Hermosa" beach house.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dormetra H.

Great time with the family!!!!

The house was nice, very clean and the kids had a great time choosing rooms. The bunk beds were a hit with the boys and my 70+ year old parents maneuvered the stairs with no issues. We were extremely close to the beach and the youngest kids went to the beach each day we were there. Everyone had a great time, no complaints at all. The owner, Maria was extremely responsive and we will be coming back in the future! Thank you!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thanks. We're glad your family enjoyed your vacation. Please call me again for future Galveston stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kami F.

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

All About BEACH Access and Views

If you want beach access just 50 ft away, this is your place. The Aggie neighbors may keep you awake, so be prepared to call the Sheriff. They are quick to tell them to turn it down. Other than that it was what we expected. This place is for those who want to be outside!! Plenty of space and privacy to enjoy the Gulf!!! Bring extra toilet paper and beach towels, otherwise all stocked up. We enjoyed the Kayaks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Iris H.

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

Thanksgiving Gateway

Just steps from the beach! The location is great and the house was clean. The house has a big deck from where you can see the beach. Maria was very prompt at replying to my emails. The only reason my overall rating is four is because personally I felt the house was small for six adults and the deck does not have a gate. A gate would have been good because we had a small child and pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review and for taking care of my property. We installed the deck gate early this year but got broken during season rental. We plan to put a gate again before next season starts. Thanks for this feedback. House Size is always declared in the listing. I believe the house size is very good for a beachfront house and with the rate I charge. Most guests prefers to stay outside when weather permits.
Verified

8/10 Good

Marsha D.

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

Great getaway in Sea Isle

We enjoyed our stay here very much. The house was clean, amenities like towels a-plenty. One stair step showed signs of cracking, so we were just careful where our foot landed on that step. Also, one of the door blinds didn't work but we still could enjoy the view. We followed the instructions to use the DVD player but the TV didn't seem to recognize it so the wiring might need to be looked into. The grass was just a little bit tall but that didn't pose any problems. Overall, we had a wonderful time. 2-3 minute walk to the beach, friendly neighbors, line of sight to the beach, quiet neighborhood. If you are looking for a quiet getaway far from crowded beaches , this is a wonderful option for you. Thank you, Maria, for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thanks for taking time to review. We will look into the things you've mentioned specifically the one stair step (we didn't noticed this when we were there). Sorry about the grass, my cleaner supposed to get it mowed but I guess she forgot to call the mower. I will remind her. I'm glad you enjoyed your vacations.
Verified

8/10 Good

Luis V.

Good...

Over all, the house was good. All the commodities, we did missed anything from home. But, patio furniture needs to be upgraded. There was a rocking chair that’s been glue together by a 5 year old, dangerous. And there’s that $200 cleaning fee. It was not all that clean, you could tell the floor and smelly bed covers. Thank God we always like to carry our own sheets and pillows. Grass was tall, over all landscaping need some work, it looked like no one been in the house for at list two in two weeks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thank you for your feedback. Late last year, we replaced some deck furnitures and added a picnic table. (picture will be updated later) We also added an enclosure to our outdoor shower. The bedsheets are cleaned every change of guests. I mentioned your feedback to my cleaner and she said it was washed every change of guests. I'll be more pro-active that this policy is always followed and also with the mowing schedule (sorry, my mower is not very good in following schedule). Btw, the cleaning fee is just increased to $200 starting Jan 24, 2019 so last year when you stayed it was only $150.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary C.

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

Hard to beat this location

50 yards from the beach is no exaggeration. Morning sunrises and evening sunsets across the way at the fishing pier. The house is very comfortable for eating and gathering in the living room. The 3 bedrooms are decent sized with tvs in each room. The kitchen has ample dishes and pots and pans. Bring all of your own spices, extra paper towels, extra dishwasher soap, baggies etc. Both bathrooms have plenty of clean white towels and hand soaps. There is one hairdryer in the cottage, but no plugs in either bathroom. There are two wooden benches on the deck and a picnic table. There are no comfortable chairs on the deck nor any beach chairs provided. Make sure you bring your own. The house is an older home that has clearly been heavily used and needs some maintenance. Of course, we were there in October, at the end of the season, and perhaps the owner was not aware of the maintenance needed. My 3 star review is based on the TLC needed. You will absolutely LOVE the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review. We always do our yearly updates before the rental season starts. October (when you arrived) is towards the end of the peak season. Sorry, before your arrival we removed some of the outdoor chairs because it got damaged by guest and didn't have time to replace. The outdoor furniture is now replaced (vrbo listing pic not updated yet). The outlet in bathrooms will be added.
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia D.

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

Weekend Getaway

Very easy walk to beach. Comfortable beds. Beautiful views of ocean from deck with nice Adirondack chairs. Needed more than a steak knife to cut up a watermelon— but other than that the kitchen had what we needed. No place to store snacks and pantry items, but everything worked out ok —we left snacks on counter top. Bedrooms are very bright at night even though there are blinds. Streetlight still came into our room. There are 2 windows in primary bedroom up high towards ceiling that let in a great amount of light making it bright even at night. Surprised at the amount of noise at night and early morning from cars on the main road (house is close to main road). High winds definitely make the house sway and move. We paid $250 pet fee and ended up not taking our dog. I advised host we were not taking our dog and the $250 was not refunded. It says non refundable pet fee but believed that was if we cancelled the whole trip. Be careful of this— if you choose not to take your dog you will not get the $250 back! Very disappointed to lose $250. Host did offer us another night stay, but we could not stay another day. We paid $150 for pier access but ran out of time and host did graciously refund the $150–very happy about that refund. Host was responsive and answered all our questions. Overall the home served our purpose and we enjoyed Galveston very much.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Thanks for taking time to review. I'm glad you enjoyed your vacation. I'm sorry but there's a big knife there. We saw it ourselves before the next guests arrive. We will look into maybe putting a darker shades into those very top glasses. I should say that in popular Sea Isle subdivision (where my house located) if you want to stay on the beach side (more convenient because you don't have to cross the street to go to beach), most houses are near to street. On the bay side (where there's street to cross to go to beach) the houses are farther away from the street. Per my floor plan, the primary master bedroom you stated is NOT next to the main street. It's on the inner part of the house facing the beach. Since you booked very close to arrival date (just few days) VRBO payment didn't make payment to host until after your departure. That's why I offered a free extra night (which is more expensive than the pet fee) or late check out in the afternoon (which you gladly take). Guest can also pay pet fee after booking (for those unsure about bringing pet). When we were talking you were very sure that you can not leave your fur baby behind.

About the host

Hosted by Robert Madigan

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We are a professional couple with a thirteen-year-old daughter and two dogs living in Dallas TX. We like traveling, music as well as the arts.

Why they chose this property

We chose to purchase a beach house in Galveston TX after we bought our first beachfront condo in Seascape back in 2010 and fell in love with the island. We wanted an updated place that's just a few steps away from the beach. And we found it with our "Hermosa" Beach House. The location is perfect!

What makes this property unique

Sea Isle amenities such as pool, tennis court, playground, pier, marina, etc

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