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Inviting and colorful dining room-Plenty of room to enjoy conversations.
Delightful table setting
Welcome to paradise at our beautiful 1913 Coastal Beach Cottage
Colorful spacious Dining room
Cheerful area for dining! Colorful dinnerware for enjoying your meals.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 81050 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Blue Bedroom

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Yellow Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Outdoor shower

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower

Spaces

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

About this property

1913 Coastal Cottage-1 Block to BEACH! Private backyard-Pet friendly-FREE WIFI!

Are you ready to enjoy "Life on a Sandbar"? Then It’s time to start your vacation One Block from the beach, feeling the ocean breezes and hearing the waves? Our Coastal Beach Cottage was built in 1913 and is the perfect getaway for those seeking relaxation. Nestled one block from the Beach, our charming retreat offers a perfect balance of coastal style and modern comfort.
The open-concept living area features a welcoming space for family gatherings. With a large Dining table for cozy evenings playing board games, working on puzzles, or relaxing on the Sofa and Loveseat to enjoy TV or a movie.
The Outdoor space in the backyard includes a spacious Conversation area and fire pit under a Pergola surrounded by Tropical landscaping. We have an Outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day at the Beach. There is also a large front porch where you can enjoy your morning coffee while taking in the sounds of the Gulf waves.
Our Coastal Beach Cottage is in the heart of Seawall Blvd and within easy walking distance to the beach (1 short block), which allows you to embrace the coastal lifestyle. More Gulf waves, views and thrilling rides await at the Pleasure Pier, which is a short 7/10ths of a mile walk. Restaurants within walking distance include The Spot, The Brick House, Gumbo Diner, Joe's Crab Shack and other Restaurants!
We are the owners and look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful Coastal Beach Cottage! We are always available to answer any questions. All you need to do is bring your clothes, food and be ready to relax or explore beautiful Galveston Island!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack n play and highchair at home
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs are considered-$50
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Smoking is allowed on the front porch and in the backyard. Please empty your ash trays when you check out.
Pets are welcome! Please clean up after your pets. The backyard and side yards are fully fenced. There is a one-time nonrefundable $50 pet fee.
Children are welcome and we have provided a pack n play, highchair and we have colorful children's dishes. The backyard is fully fenced for safety.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
Property Registration Number GVR07196

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is 1913 Coastal Cottage-1 Block to BEACH! Private backyard-Pet friendly-FREE WIFI! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at 1913 Coastal Cottage-1 Block to BEACH! Private backyard-Pet friendly-FREE WIFI!?

As of 27 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1913 Coastal Cottage-1 Block to BEACH! Private backyard-Pet friendly-FREE WIFI! on 25 Apr, 2026 start from S$256, 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.

How much is parking at 1913 Coastal Cottage-1 Block to BEACH! Private backyard-Pet friendly-FREE WIFI!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1913 Coastal Cottage-1 Block to BEACH! Private backyard-Pet friendly-FREE WIFI!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1913 Coastal Cottage-1 Block to BEACH! Private backyard-Pet friendly-FREE WIFI!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 1913 Coastal Cottage-1 Block to BEACH! Private backyard-Pet friendly-FREE WIFI! located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Seawall Beach, Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 225 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Close to everything-beach, restaurants, activities! Great communication from owners! Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar, 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. You and your family were wonderful guests.
Verified

8/10 Good

Janel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was what drew us to this home and it did not disappoint.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb, 2026
Thank you for choosing our beach home in Galveston. You were wonderful guests and we hope you will return in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most wonderful and relaxing home away from home! Carol and Ron have provided a beautiful home with all the amenities you could hope to have. From the fully fitted out kitchen (including complimentary wine) to every toiletry you could think of - nothing is missing. Did I mention the Christmas tree???The backyard is a dream and they provide beach toys. So close to the beach and great places to eat and visit. A dream vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2026
Thank you, Susan, for you beautiful review of our beach home in Galveston. You and your family were wonderful guests in our home. We hope you will return in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diana p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, colorful home. Had everything we needed! Especially enjoyed the fenced backyard for our 2 small dogs and the great ocean breezes on the front porch. Very close to the water and lots of restaurants. Hosts were exceptional on communication!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct, 2025
Thank you, Diana, for your thoughtful review of our beach home in Galveston. You were both wonderful guests and hope uou will return in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wynai S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good location with a lot of accessories provided for the perfect beach day!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review of our home. We hope you will return in the future 😊.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin L.

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

Excellent Beach Getaway

The house and location were great for a family trip to Galveston!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of our beach home in Galveston. You and your family were wonderful guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual visit! We’ll stay even longer next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2025
Thank you, Lydia, for your wonderful review of our beach home in Galveston. You were awesome guests and can't wait to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

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

Awesome property and hosts

Perfect location, house, and hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb, 2025
Thank you, Lee, for your very nice review of our beach home in Galveston. You were awesome guests
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian Y.

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

Excellent place to stay

Very close to the beach, everything really. Very nice little house. Friendly owners who were very helpful. Great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb, 2025
Thank you, Brian, for your marvelous review of our Coastal Beach Cottage!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

Weekend Retreat

Beautiful property with everything you could possibly need. We really enjoyed the back yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar, 2025
Thank you for your kind review. You were wonderful guests and we look forward to welcoming you in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chelsea e.

Great place!!

Great location, cute house!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2023
Thank you for staying in our home in Galveston and we are very happy you had a wonderful time. You are welcome back anytime! Carol & Ron
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

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

Nice Cottage

Very well maintained cottage. A short walk to the beach. I’ve never stayed in a house so well stocked. Very considerate of the hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr, 2025
Thank you, Kathy, for your thoughtful review of our beach cottage in Galveston. You and your family were wonderful guests and we hope to see you in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great Base for Exploring Galveston

We enjoyed our few days exploring Galveston and the cottage was a great spot to come home to. As in the photos, the decor gives total beach vibes and the bed was very comfortable.We didn’t cook here, but the kitchen looked fully equipped and the bathroom also had everything you could need.Hosts were great and I would recommend this cottage for a stay in Galveston.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar, 2025
Thank you, Karen, for your very thoughtful review of our beach home in Galveston. You were both wonderful and thoughtful guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

Adorable, great location!

Great rental, highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2023
Angie, Thank you for your review. You are welcome back anytime Carol & Ron Chavez
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robbiewmartin1@hotmail.com M.

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

Excellent House

Clean, well stocked, well organized, friendly hosts. We already have our next stay booked.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct, 2024
Thank you for your thoughtful review of our beach home. We look forward to welcoming you both again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Beautiful stay and hope to visit again, Thank you!!

Comfortable and wanted nothing, it was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2023
Thank you, Amy, for your wonderful review. It was a pleasure hosting you. We hope you will visit again in the future. Ron and Carol
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great home!

Very much enjoyed our stay! House was clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2023
Thank you, Mindy, for your nice review. You and your family were wonderful guests. We hope to see you again in the future. Carol and Ron
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James O.

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

Cozy cottage

Stayed to attend friends birthday party nearby for 3 nights. Hosts were great. Friendly and so accommodating. Everything you can possible need included other than your own food and drink. Great location other than on fairly busy street. Can walk to beach and several great nearby restaurants. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr, 2025
Thank you, James, for a very thoughtful review. We enjoyed meeting you and your family. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

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

Lovely and cozy house

Wonderful vacation that enabled our family to relax and spend time together.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2024
Thank you, Deborah, for your nice review of our beach home in Galveston. You and your family were wonderful guests in our home. We hope to see you again in the future. Carol and Ron Chavez
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlie S.

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

Galveston wedding weekend

Great location, cute property. Will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May, 2024
Thank you, Carlie, for you nice review of our beach home in Galveston. You and your guests were awesome guests and we hope you will return in the future 😊. Carol and Ron Chavez
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Great vacation get away

This rental had the perfect space and amenities for a small family vacation. We had plenty of room to relax in between outings. Great location to all attractions!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2023
Thank you Sarah for your awesome review of our home in Galveston. We hope you will return in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Lovely and so close to the beach!

The house was clean and well furnished and the outside areas were lovely and relaxing. The location was ideal with the beach only a block away. We enjoyed our stay immensely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2023
Thank you, Mary, for your great review of our beach home in Galveston. We love our home and so happy when our guests do as well. We hope to see you in the future. Carol & Ron
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Absolutely fabulous

The house was absolutely fabulous! Perfect layout, stocked with everything you need, clean, great location and just overall beautiful. Carol and Ron were super accommodating and easy to communicate with. We are so thankful for such a peaceful getaway. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2025
Thank you, Laura, for your very thoughtful review of our beach home. You were great guests and we can't wait to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda K.

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

Beautiful cottage close to the beach!

My family had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home! We enjoyed the morning walks on the beach to watch the sunrise and great conversation around the fire pit in the backyard! The house is perfect inside and the owners have thought of everything to make sure you have a great vacation! I would love to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2024
Thank you, Wanda, for your thoughtful review of our beach. You and your family were amazing guests and we'll be thrilled to welcome you to our home again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

Weekend Trip

We stayed for a short weekend stay, but the house was perfect for my 5 person family. Perfect location, good amenities. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun, 2024
Thank you, Lauren, for your thoughtful review of our beach home in Galveston. You and your family were wonderful guests. We hope to see you again in the future

About the host

Hosted by Carol and Ron Chavez

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We came to Galveston in 2016 for a vacation and fell in love with this beautiful island and the feel of "life on a Sand Bar". We were blessed to be able to purchase this beautiful Coastal Cottage in 2016. This is a 1913 Coastal Beach Cottage decorated in a colorful beach style. The wood floors are original 1913 oak wood. Our home has definitely passed the test of time!
The home was purchased from a decedent of the original builders.
There is deep and extensive history in Galveston to explore and our home is just a small part of that history.
There are several Ghost tours in Galveston, and some will go to the 1900 storm Cemeteries. There is Galveston Historical Society Museum on Pier 21.
We are grandparents to 5 wonderful grandchildren. We both love living life and relaxing on the island. We love our beautiful beach home and this neighborhood, and we hope you will as well.
We are retired, live close and are always available if the need arises.

Why they chose this property

Once you drive up, you'll be thrilled that you chose our home for your vacation. It is the cutest yellow Coastal Beach Cottage with tropical landscaping including Hibiscus bushes, Mediterranean & Mexican Fan Palms and a Butterfly Bush. There is sidewalk from the curb all the way to the front porch. The neighborhood is quiet, friendly and right in the middle of Seawall Blvd. The home is only 1 short block to the Seawall and the beach. Another wonderful treat is, walking to the beach to watch the sunrise. It's one of our favorite highlights! You can also take your fur babies with you to the beach in the early morning and roam the quiet and serene beach to look for shells or just enjoy the beauty. "The Spot” is also only 1 block from our home and is a fun place to hang out. There is a restaurant, Tiki Bar, three more themed venues, bakery, ice cream parlor (with local "Hey Mikie's" ice cream). You can leave your car at the home and walk. Pleasure Pier is a short walk of 7/10th of a mile. There are amusement park rides as well as shopping and Bubba Gump's Seafood and Shrimp Co and Fish Tales across the Street.

What makes this property unique

One of our favorite parts of this home is the large front porch. There is nothing better than sitting on the front porch and feeling the breezes from the Gulf. In the mornings, you can hear the waves as you enjoy morning coffee! You can also hear the waves in the evening from the front porch. If the front porch wasn't enough, the backyard is another breathtaking feature of our home. Sitting in the conversation area under the Pergola and grilling on the propane grill are wonderful ways to end your day at the beach. The home has a complete privacy fenced backyard as well as the side yards. Plenty of room for children and/or dogs to safely roam and play. There is also an outdoor shower with hot and cold water and a sprayer. You will feel like you are in a sanctuary!

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