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The Surf Shack - 1 Block to Beach/Pleasure Pier!

Family-friendly Galveston holiday home in Kempner Park with water park

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Smart TV
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Popular LocationGalveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier5 min walk
  • Popular LocationGalveston Seawall5 min walk
  • Popular LocationPort of Galveston Cruise Terminal3 min drive
  • AirportHouston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)78 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Surf Shack - 1 Block to Beach/Pleasure Pier!

Family-friendly Galveston holiday home in Kempner Park with water park
This smoke-free holiday home features a water park, a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Phillip

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 750 sq ft (70 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number GVR06323

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

1 Block to Beach/historic Pleasure Pier! Unit B
3 Blocks to Beach/Historic Pleasure Pier! Unit B
The Surf Shack - 1 Block to Beach/Pleasure Pier! Galveston

About the area

Galveston

This holiday home is located in Kempner Park, a neighbourhood in Galveston, and is near theme parks and near 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 natural beauty can explore Moody Gardens and East Beach. Travelling with kids? Don't miss Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 5 min walk
  • Galveston Seawall - 5 min walk
  • Strand Historic District - 2 min drive
  • Port of Galveston - 2 min drive
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spot - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fish Tales - Galveston - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bubba Gump Shrimp Co - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brick House Tavern + Tap - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Surf Shack - 1 Block to Beach/Pleasure Pier! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Surf Shack - 1 Block to Beach/Pleasure Pier!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Surf Shack - 1 Block to Beach/Pleasure Pier!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Surf Shack - 1 Block to Beach/Pleasure Pier! located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Seawall Beach, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

brooke m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly
Great pet friendly house. Has a private fenced yard for the pups. Location was great, there is a dog park a block and a half away. Also close to the beach and pleasure pier. Water pressure is. Great also.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and Perks are Tops!
What a great stay! Location is the best! Walking distance to beach, food, parks, everything you could want. The house is well stocked with essentials and the perks of the grill and fire pit made the stay extra special. Our dog loved it and so did we. Phil was so easy to work with and very helpful. I look forward to staying again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to beach
Very close to beach and peer. Quiet property over-all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Getaway
The property was very clean and well kept. We had the whole backyard to ourselves for the trip and my 4 dogs loved it. Communication with the host was fast and he was quick to address any issues. Overall one of our favorite places we have stayed in. My only negative about the place is being you are so close to the neighbors you can hear everything going on around you.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We really enjoyed the Surf Shack. It’s a small house but very cute and with a nice backyard (which our dog appreciated). Everything was clean and ready to go when we arrived. The house has everything you need including towels, plates/cups, and most importantly GREAT A/C! You’ll be about three city blocks from the Pleasure Pier and seawall, so bring comfy shoes and it’s an easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property
The house and property manager were great. My husband and I were able to walk from the house to the seawall. The location was close to almost everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and amenities for a beach trip!
Definitely will stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sanae S.

Liked: Cleanliness
dogs allowed
small but clean - backyard was nice but had to keep dog on leash due to fence not bing complete.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Elana A., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Galveston Surf Shack
Property was as described and very clean. Really enjoyed the fenced in yard for our dogs and the fire pit with firewood. Was kinda bummed when internet was totally down for 24 hours, which means no tv service. Location and ease of walking to beach, places to eat and drink where a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

louis s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little house Great location
Easy to follow instructions. Never needed to contact host. All necessary information was emailed to me ahead of time. Property is very clean. Would stay again at this house or with this property management company!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022