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Old Mansvelt - Sandy Bottom

Family-friendly holiday home in Galveston with a water park

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Family fun & endless adventures await
This is the main living room area of the home
Whip up delicious meals in this charming kitchen
Unwind and dine al fresco on the sunny patio
Perfect spot for an evening cocktail

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81205.6 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Jamaica Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Broadway
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Palm Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

+1
1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Old Mansvelt - Sandy Bottom

Tucked into a quiet corner of the popular Jamaica Beach community, Sandy Bottom is a fun and family-friendly holiday home on the Texas coast. Surrounded by a fenced-in yard, lush green grass, and tropical palm trees, you will love spending time on the lawn or soaking up the sun on the deck. With sleeping space for up to 12 people, a charcoal grill, an outdoor shower, and a quick walk or drive to Jamaica Beach, you’ll have everything you need for a stress-free family getaway.



● WINTER TEXAN RATE: Escape to the Texas Gulf Coast this winter! Ask about our reduced monthly rates October 1 - March 1.



● Location: Jamaica Beach community of Galveston, Texas



● Beach Access: Less than a 2 minute drive to the Jamaica Beach access point. Cars are allowed to park on the beach!



● Community Amenities: Guests have access to the Jamaica Beach community pool for a fee — open Memorial Day - Labor Day — and city park.



● Rent BeachBox: Beach gear rentals are available! Ask us for details and rates.



● WIFI/Cable: We provide free high-speed WIFI and Roku with access to Sling TV for live television channels. Guests are welcome to log into their own streaming service apps.



● Pet Policy: 2 pets are allowed with a $25 fee per pet. Please keep pets off furniture, clean up after them outside, and crate them if left alone indoors.



● Parking: There is room for up to 4 cars in the driveway.



The bright and beachy great room is surrounded by large windows that fill the home with natural light. Driftwood-inspired accents and ocean-themed artwork add to the coastal style. Your whole family will love this comfy room for relaxing after a day at the beach or pool, or strolling along the Strand. Glass doors open out to the sun-drenched deck with views of the peaceful neighborhood. You’ll want to sip your coffee out here in the mornings or relax with a glass of wine while you wait for the burgers to be done for dinner.



The sparkling kitchen is bright white with stainless steel appliances. An L-shaped tiered island has bar seating for four people and plenty of counter space for preparing meals and snacks. A classic subway tile backsplash, vintage-inspired pendant lights, and tons of cabinet storage make this kitchen into a streamlined yet stylish workspace.



Just off the living area are two cheerful bedrooms. The first bedroom has a flexible mix of sleeping options— with a king-size bed and two twin-over-twin built-in bunk beds. The attached full bathroom has a tub/shower combo. The second bedroom on this level is the master suite, complete with a king-size bed set against an antique headboard made from a 100-year old Galveston door. The ensuite master bathroom has a tub/shower combo. A convenient laundry nook is also attached to the master bedroom. A third bedroom on the ground level has two full-size beds.



Gather the whole family together in the evenings to prepare some juicy burgers or a fresh catch on the charcoal grill for dinner. The ground level of Sandy Bottom also has a large octagon picnic table, tons of beach lounge chairs, and an outdoor shower. The fully fenced-in yard makes it safe and stress-free for families with four-legged members or small children. When your crew is ready to hit the sand, the Jamaica Beach access point is a quick walk or drive down the lane. And the excitement of the Galveston Strand and Pleasure Pier is never far from your door.



● Cancellation Policy: All cancellations are subject to a 3% credit card processing fee.



● Party Policy: No parties are allowed at our home. Please look elsewhere if that is the intent of your trip.



● Age Requirement: Guests must be 24+ to book.



STR25-000062



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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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 STR22-00137

About the area

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Galveston Seawall is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Broadway and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Jamaica Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Broadway - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Palm Beach - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Pirate's Beach - 5 min drive - 4.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pariah Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Country Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Cozy Holiday Home, Large Deck & Fenced Yard have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Cozy Holiday Home, Large Deck & Fenced Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy Holiday Home, Large Deck & Fenced Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Holiday Home, Large Deck & Fenced Yard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Holiday Home, Large Deck & Fenced Yard located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach. Broadway and Indian Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and had what we needed. Loved the fenced in yard for our dog. Management kept in touch during our stay to make sure we had what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amy R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was close to beach, roomy and lots of room. Only down fall was seen many roaches. Had backed up sink and dishwasher but was fixed quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

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

Vacay

The house was in a perfect location. Literally a 7 minute walk from the beach. Plenty of room to entertain and enjoy family. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon S.

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

Weekend getaway

Really enjoyed the place, location was great and quiet. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

excellent stay

very clean, very spacious, loved the fenced in backyard for our dog, would stay again and recommend to everyone
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was good and the property ok. Issues like leaking refrigerator and unlockable outside door were not addressed when submitted. Our group was 8. We could not use the 3rd bedroom because the door didn’t lock (external door) and the portable AC didn’t work. If we were the originally planned 11 people this would have been a problem. The cleanliness of the couch was suspect and the deck had rickety railings. Did we have fun yes. But not the experience I told me group we would have.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis dulce G.

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

Great place to stay

Beautiful and relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Samantha T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Communication and check-in process were a breeze. The location was nice and the neighborhood was quiet. Though after entering, we noticed the house was not completely cleaned; we had to wear shoes because the floors & rug were dirty/sandy. The refrigerator barely worked at all and the kitchen sink had little to no water pressure. Check-in is at 4 to allow time for cleaning, but the cleaners were still there at 5:00. Overall, I wouldn’t rent this location again, but we still made the best of it and enjoyed our stay.
Fence was broken when we got there
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Very roomy property with many beds. Nice fenced yard for the dog. Well equipped kitchen but appliances are all very old. Fridge had no shelves left in door and froze some of our food. Stove does not heat evenly anymore. Flooring has spots that are worn to the subfloor. Could use some Kleenex and toilet paper holders. Price was fair.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob H.

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

Nice and affordable

Very nice place and host
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David V.

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

Great stay

The Beach house was a great stay and and not far from to beach for a reasonable price we definitely going to give this place a try again in coming year. Thank you for allowing us to stay here during a family trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

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

Great place

We had a great vacation. Really enjoyed the house. Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Vacation

We had an amazing time at an amazing beach cabin check in with smooth and easy house was very communicative. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

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

Great home!

Great location to visit the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Great getaway

This home was perfect for us! The fenced in backyard is awesome and the location of the home is so convenient. Short walk or ride to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Great spot in Jamaica Beach

I really enjoyed my stay. The spot was quiet and the breeze was great. Its the perfect weekend getaway spot.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick M.

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

Great place to stay will request this place every time we are in Galveston

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Amy F.

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

Great Location

Overall we were really pleased about this stay. The location is great and the house had everything we needed. The beds were very comfortable and the layout of the house was nice for a family. The only downside was that the vacuum didnt work to cleannup sand and some of the light switches didnt seem to work properly.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina K.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

It was just what we needed for a weekend away. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Great vacation home

Great location, quiet neighborhood, big privacy fenced yard. House was cozy, clean, comfy beds, and kitchen had all the amenities we could ask for. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall great time. Nice clean place, cool AC

It was great, clean. Only downfall was the 3rd bedroom is downstairs not connected to the rest of the house
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alma V.

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

Great bday vacation

Our family and friends of my daughter spend the weekend to celebrate her bday. Everyone had fun! The place is clean. And the AC is really cool especially during this warm weather that is what we need most.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

JESSE T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lone Star Rally rental

It was I little bit of a ride from the rally but perfect location to get away from the crowd at nights end.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

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

Lovely cute cottage

Perfect spacious clean comfortable beach cottage with fully fenced yard & nice balcony. Close to beach, great coffee shop & pizza place. Well furnished & supplied. Met our needs perfectly. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bianca C.

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

Smooth sailing

I’m impressed with the fast and friendly service/communication. I will def recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by BeachBox Vacation Rentals

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Welcome to BeachBox Vacation Rentals! We're your go-to for unforgettable vacations on the Texas Gulf Coast with rental homes in Galveston, Kemah, Surfside, Crystal Beach and Lake Livingston. From historic downtown lofts to 8-bedroom waterfront retreats, we've got the perfect homebase for your crew. And leave the worries at home— every property is professionally cleaned before you arrive, and our friendly guest services team is always here to help if you need anything at all.

So, pack your bags, grab your sunscreen, and get ready to make amazing memories on the Texas coast with BeachBox! We can't wait to host you!

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