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The Blue Pelican - Beachside in Pirates Beach! Sleeps 10.

Family-friendly holiday home on the beach, with water park

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Just steps away from the beach. Perfect views! A one minute walk to the beach.
Shaded deck on 1st floor. Beach views, palm tree privacy. Breakfast in your pjs!
Expansive 2nd floor deck. Incredible views! Our Golden Hour cocktail spot.
Dining for 10 on 2nd floor deck.
Deck furnishings with room to spare

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91820 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Pirate's Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirates Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Palm Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

First Floor North bedroom

1 King Bed

First Floor South bedroom

1 King Bed

Primary

+1
1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Jack and Jill Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Primary Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Blue Pelican - Beachside in Pirates Beach! Sleeps 10.

Come watch the birds sail over the expansive decks at the Blue Pelican, located in upscale Pirates Beach. 3(+1) Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths. Outstanding beach and sunset views, 40 steps to the sand. Walls and walls of windows, with electric shades in living/dining area. Professionally designed indoor and outdoor spaces. Renovated kitchen with professional grade cookware and utensils. Inside dining for 12. Outside dining for 12 (or more). Front Load Washer and Dryer located inside. Four large Smart TVs. Ceiling fans throughout. Quiet neighborhood. Wifi enabled with connectivity to the beach, depending upon conditions. All linens provided.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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
Check with owner. Sometimes exceptions are made.
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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 and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
NO confetti of any kind allowed, indoors or out! Will have extra $200 cleaning fee assessed.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR08184

About the area

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. 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 Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center for a night out or Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Pirates Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Galveston Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Palm Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Landing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Viet Cajun - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Bean Coffee and Cream - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Pelican - Beachside in Pirates Beach! Sleeps 10. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Blue Pelican - Beachside in Pirates Beach! Sleeps 10.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Blue Pelican - Beachside in Pirates Beach! Sleeps 10.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Pelican - Beachside in Pirates Beach! Sleeps 10.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Blue Pelican - Beachside in Pirates Beach! Sleeps 10. located?

Nestled on the beach, this West End holiday home is just steps away from Pirates Beach and Pirate's Beach. Galveston Island State Park Beach and Palm Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Beautiful location with beach access.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed in this beautiful Beach House many times it’s always clean and exactly what we would expect. We had a great time. The amenities were nice and the owner is exceptional!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed staying at your home. All the amenities were just perfect. Everyone commented on how great the house was.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home. Upstairs deck has beautiful views and plenty of seating. The house was very clean, and we loved the decor and design--especially all the windows. The host was lovely and quick to respond to our messages. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Property was very clean. Beds comfy. It was very welcoming. Has everything you need for cooking and really nice hammocks downstairs. The best part is the rooftop deck complete with nice furniture for sunset watching. Master bed room very spacious. Everything has been updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views with plentiful seating for everyone to enjoy them. Very well stocked kitchen. Can’t wait to come back to this one!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David G.

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

Blue Pelican Review.

Property was neat, clean, and easily accessible to the beach. No problems with stay, check-in worked very well, and grandkids had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan C.

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

Great family place!

Grandchildren approved! Short walk to the beach and a great view of the water from the deck! It was stocked better than any rental we’ve ever stayed in. Thank you for sharing this beach home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was excellent!!! Check was smooth, everything was ready. Kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and more! Steps from the beach, and the decks were awesome with comfortable furniture. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Great stay!

This house is perfect! The top deck was our favorite—amazing views of the water and the sunset. More than enough space for us. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi R.

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

Great Holiday Break

Wonderful Galveston property. Close to beach. Very comfortable and beautiful. Check in and out very easy. Everything you need for a lovely vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Great Family Vacation!

Proximity to the beach was perfect with three small children, and the big boys loved the bunk room nook. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie I.

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

Great house & great location!

This is a perfect location in Pirates! Great views and the house is very nice and clean and furnished well. We will be back for sure with family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton C.

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

Beach Vacation

Great place and awesome location! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

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

Graduation Stay

One of the nicest houses we’ve rented on Galveston Island. Great layout and view and close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

A O.

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

Perfect Spring weekend getaway!

We had such a fun and relaxing time! Julia is so thoughtful and helpful, and her home is absolutely lovely--it was perfect for our short weekend trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

frederick p., Longview tx

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

Beautiful place

Everything way wonderful just as described no problems at all wonderful neighborhood great communication would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle L.

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

Girls beach weekend

We have been staying at this house for four years now it is our annual beach weekend trip for girlfriends. We have been happy every time we have been in the house. The owner is so accommodating and the house is beautiful and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Amazing property

Beautiful property and great communication from the owners.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy P.

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

Awesome property

Outstanding property, great views of the beach on both decks. Would definitely go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trey S.

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

Stay

Wonderful property and owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

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

Wonderful!

We had a fantastic stay at the Blue Pelican! The location was perfect, the kitchen was well equipped and the home was very comfortable. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

65th Wedding Anniversary Celebration for my parents

It was wonderful! We had a great time and absolutely enjoyed the weekend. The beach house was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim K., League City, TX

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

Girls Beach Week

We loved staying at the Blue Pelican. Perfect location with tons of space, inside and outside with large decks, in a beautiful home. Felt like a home away from home with everything that we needed for an incredible week of vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

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