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The Ava Belle Inn: A Gem in the Historic District by the Strand

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available
Hot tub
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Galveston, TX

Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
‪13 min walk‬
Port of Galveston
‪17 min walk‬
Galveston Seawall
‪3 min drive‬
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

About this property

The Ava Belle Inn: A Gem in the Historic District by the Strand

Welcome to the Ava Belle Inn, your family’s peaceful island retreat in Galveston. Ava Belle is located in the beautiful historic district near the Strand yet only a half mile from the fun of the Galveston beach. This three bedroom retreat is perfect for families, and friends, medical professionals rotating through the Galveston hospitals, or snowbirds who want to escape the winter cold. Our historic home also has amenities people love: bicycles, boogie-boards, indoor/outdoor games, and a great gas grill for cookouts. The Ava Belle Inn is where tranquility, location, and hospitality equals fun!

Property manager

Marshall & Christa Miles

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number GVR13518

About the area

Galveston

East End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, is home to this holiday home. 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.

Galveston, TX

What's nearby

University of Texas Medical Branch - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Port of Galveston - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Galveston Seawall - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
‪Katie's Seafood House - ‬13 min walk
‪Pier 21 - ‬14 min walk
‪Huli Huli Hut - ‬8 min walk
‪Brewchachos Tacos & Cantina Galveston - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ava Belle Inn: A Gem in the Historic District by the Strand pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Ava Belle Inn: A Gem in the Historic District by the Strand?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ava Belle Inn: A Gem in the Historic District by the Strand?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ava Belle Inn: A Gem in the Historic District by the Strand located?

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

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

9 Apr, 2025

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

Great property close to everything we wanted

We stayed at Ave Belle Inn over the weekend and we had a great time. The house was perfect for our family and withing walking distance or VERY short driving distance to everything we wanted to do. The owners, Marshall & Christa, we very accommodating and friendly. When we arrived, the house was very clean and all of the instructions were very clear. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks again for a great stay.Joseph P.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

28 Feb, 2025

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

Winter in Galveston

Our stay at the Ava Belle was nothing short of delightful. The house is steps away from all the activities of Galveston's downtown, restaurants and beaches. We had an extended stay of two months and were sad to leave. Our hosts were very responsive and helpful. The property is bright, cheerful and very comfortable. Highly recommend!

Stayed 58 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris/Melrena L.

18 Jun, 2023

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

Galveston Stay

Lovely place, very clean, very nice, had everything you need...

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

9 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

A beautiful home with very comfortable beds. We had a wonderful time.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

carlos r.

13 Jun, 2024

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

Visiting the Island

Very nice property in a very convenient location. It is a nice Victorian house that has been renovated. We had a great weekend visiting family. Well apportioned house with all the modern amenities. We highly recommend this place and will return.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

6 Nov, 2023

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

Super cute!

Nice place with super comfortable beads. I loved how the house has room darkening curtains.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

10 Apr, 2022

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

Cute, relaxing and quaint.

This house has every appliance and toiletries one could need for a family beach trip. Beds are super comfortable. Short walk to historic downtown Galveston and piers and situated in the middle of many historic society homes. Well lit and safe. House interior is modern beach and comfortable. Great rental!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

DAMON S., Central Texas

14 Feb, 2024

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

Marvelous Mardi Gras!

This beautiful historic home was ideal for a Mardi Gras weekend! We had seven adults, so the bedrooms were the perfect configuration. We walked to the beach in the mornings and walked to the strand in the evenings. Could not get a better location! Communication was excellent, house was clean and comfortable, and beds were amazing! Highly recommended (except for Mardi Gras... that's for my family!! LOL)

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

denise m.

6 Oct, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Very Dirty House/ I had to rate cleanliness 1 star to process this review . It’s really a zero.

Front porch tables/chairs were dirty. All 3 upstairs bedrooms had mold on vent and ceiling. Used bar of soap left in shower. Used bottle of mouth wash left out. Towels were old and had hair in them. Left over dog hair and dust throughout the house. Bug dropping in kitchen drawer. Workman left screws and dirt on bedroom floor and bed linen .we left 2 days early . Breathing in mold was not my idea of a weekend getaway . Very Disappointed.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis D.

14 Apr, 2025

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

Very Comfortable.

I sat on the porch every night and enjoyed the quiet breeze. I met and visited with the neighbors. Inside was so comfortable! Kitchen had everything we needed. 8 minute walk to church for Palm Sunday. Close to everything we wanted. Will stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025