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Backyard Escape is a bright and beachy Galveston retreat that offers the comforts of home. Unwind in the living room, cook meals in the full kitchen, and enjoy movie nights with family; explore vibrant Galveston City within walking distance.
Reviews
7.4 out of 10
Good
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 720 sq ft
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About this property
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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
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 GVR06144
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
40708
About the area
Located in Galveston, this apartment 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 popular attractions can visit Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.

Galveston, TX
What's nearby
- Galveston Seawall - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
- Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
- Port of Galveston - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
- Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
- University of Texas Medical Branch - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Restaurants
- Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. - 15 min walk
- Fish Tales - 14 min walk
- Miller's Seawall Grill - 15 min walk
- The Poop Deck - 2 min drive
- Chick-fil-A - 11 min walk
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Dog-friendly beach house mere blocks from the sand and pier Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
8.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eduardo A.
7 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun weekend
Eduardo A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
4/10 Poor
Regan B.
7 Feb 2023
Backyard escape
Regan B.
6/10 Okay
TIML M.
20 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
TimL Mitchell
TIML M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Michelle M.
24 Jun 2022
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Disappointed and gross
Michelle M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
6/10 Okay
Shonda S.
4 Apr 2023
Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Hidden but not a gem
Shonda S.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
William J.
9 Sept 2024
Close to beach. Quiet. Few caveats.
William J.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
4/10 Poor
Alan M.
12 Jan 2023
Quiet backyard
Alan M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Paul L., Toole, Utah
11 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Close to the beach and the peir.
Paul L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dannie Howell
27 Jun 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Dannie Howell
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Linda S.
26 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Birthday weekend
Linda S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
6/10 Okay
Kathryn C.
10 Apr 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location but had bugs
Kathryn C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kacie P.
30 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach getaway
Kacie P.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Shante M.
29 Nov 2021
Very Nice
Shante M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
2/10 Terrible
Ronny W.
17 Oct 2021
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was not clean at all. Furniture smelled of smoke. Trash left in trash can. Soap left in shower.
Ronny W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
8/10 Good
Jacob S.
28 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The garage on o1/2 ave
Jacob S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sallie B.
31 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, price and very well stocked
Sallie B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
8/10 Good
Amanda D., Spring, TX
16 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice garage apartment
Amanda D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Carolina C.
16 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient & comfortable
Carolina C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
Lori C.
19 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Budget option for Galveston w lot of potential
Lori C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020