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Salty Air Retreat! Two Story, Historic Home on Galveston Island!

Family-friendly holiday home in Galveston

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Front view of Salty Air Retreat near our historical district!  Walk to some of the best local restaurants.
Downstairs living area with plenty of seating!  Gather for a good movie or games at the table.
Cozy downstairs living area with plenty of seating!
Front entry.
Downstairs Bedroom #1
Trundle Bed with two separate twin mattresses!

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, East End Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Texas Medical Branch
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Bedroom #1

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #4, Bunk plus full

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Salty Air Retreat! Two Story, Historic Home on Galveston Island!

Fun In Town Location, Surrounded by Some of the Most Popular Restaurants on the Island! NEW LISTING!

Salty Air Retreat is a comfortable, recently updated historic home surrounded by some of the most popular restaurants on the island. No need to drive. Walk less than a block to the Sunflower Cafe and Bakery, a local favorite, for a steaming cup of coffee, fresh baked breads, pastries and wonderful breakfast and lunch eats. Or you can go next door to the Original Mexican Cafe, serving classic TexMex since 1916. It is an experience! Enjoy a margarita with some salsa and chips and your favorite Mexican dish. Cross one street and you are at The Mosquito Cafe with its gourmet dishes waiting for you.

If you like the laid-back island life and people watching, it is available on Salty Air Retreat's shaded front porch. You can enjoy a morning coffee or an evening cocktail as you wave and chat with the friendly people walking by. From the balcony you can gaze over the rooftops and see the Bishop Place, Scared Heart, and all the way to the Sea Wall. Take in the sights and sounds of this historic neighborhood. You are in the center of the largest collection of Victorian homes in the USA. Walk past the historic homes and come out in the Historic Strand, the party central of Galveston. Clubs, Cafes, Shops, festivals, and Theater! This is a very walkable area. UTMB is just minutes away by foot.

Please note that this location can be a bit busy and noisy, but it is fun having so much at your doorstep.
Salty Air Retreat is in a great location and near many restaurants and activities:
0.2 miles to popular Mosquito Cafe
0.8 miles to the Seawall and Beach!
0.8 miles to Harborside Drive, Fisherman's Wharf, Willie G's, and Katie's Seafood
0.6 miles to the Strand, for shopping, strolling, and fun
1.7 miles to Pleasure Pier
1 mile to the cruise ships!
Book your stay today to experience this lovely historic home, in the heart of the 14th Street restaurant district!

Additional Info:
No pets allowed
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

Available upon request for $40 each, plus tax:
* Pack 'n Play
* High Chair
* Air Mattress

Unauthorized late check-out will incur a penalty of $150 + tax
If available, fees applied for early check in and late check out being up to 80% of the nightly rate depending on time requested

Home Rules
Quiet hours 9 pm-9 am.
Vendors have access to the homes on their scheduled day. Service days have the possibility of changing.
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.

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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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please supervise children at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR14334

About the area

Galveston

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in East End, a neighbourhood in Galveston. 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. Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center for a night out or Moody Gardens if you're travelling with kids.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • East End Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • UTMB Health John Sealy Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Port of Galveston - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Katie's Seafood House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gonzalo - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Original Mexican Cafe - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Salty Air Retreat! Two Story, Historic Home on Galveston Island! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Salty Air Retreat! Two Story, Historic Home on Galveston Island!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Salty Air Retreat! Two Story, Historic Home on Galveston Island!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Salty Air Retreat! Two Story, Historic Home on Galveston Island!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Salty Air Retreat! Two Story, Historic Home on Galveston Island! located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of East End Historic District, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Galveston Seawall is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

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