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The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.

Holiday home with kitchen, near Galveston Seawall

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Interior
Exterior
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Located in the heart of the city, this newly remodeled townhouse duplex is a haven for beach lovers and history enthusiasts alike. With living, dining, kitchen areas downstairs and two cozy bedrooms upstairs, you'll feel right at home just 6 blocks from the Seawall and beach.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
The current price is HK$483
HK$1,294 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Add dates for prices

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 Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.

This is an amazing and historic townhouse duplex with living, dining, kitchen, 1/2 bath down, and 2 bedrooms, and one bath up. Off street driveway and garage parking! It is located in the center of the City, just 6 short blocks to the Seawall, the beach, bike rentals; and 11 walking blocks to The Strand Historical District with boutiques, gift shops, restaurants, attractions and night life. Directly across the street is the Bryan Museum, which has one of the largest collections of historical artifacts relating to Texas and hosts many fun and informative events.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 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
Note from host: NOT SUITABLE FOR BABIES. GUEST ASSUMES RISK

Events

No events allowed

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
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 GVR06054

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Cottage is Located in the Heart of Galveston
The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston. Galveston
Situated 5 short blocks from beach across from historical museum

About the area

Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • The Bryan Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • East End Historic District - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Seawall Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Vida Agave - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.?

As of 4 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston. on 8 Dec 2025 start from HK$483.42, excluding 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 The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston. located?

Located in San Jacinto, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lost Bayou, Galveston Seawall and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal. Port of Galveston and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 164 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet, and allowing just a one night stay was such a plus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

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

great stay!

Great house and great communication throughout our stay! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cottage was perfect for our stay in Galveston. Private drive parking was great and the house was so clean. We will definitely be staying again soon in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect for our one night stay in Galveston prior to our cruise. My favorite part was being able to park out Expedition in the garage!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarlene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s an older home but it’s precious and in a good location. The owners are very sweet and take great care of their home. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with the rental. Worked out beautifully.Thank You for the cookie great snack.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lu A.

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

Cozy place

Great location, clean, comfy place and best of all we got to bring our cat along
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The layout is great and everything was labeled and easy to use.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

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

would stay here again

This was the best place we had stayed on this vacation! The property was well described, easy to get to, very clean, attention to detail and plenty of items available to use. LOVED IT! Great location and easy to get to the bay or the ocean. Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is as described. It is very convenient to everything we needed and everything is labeled well. Communication with the host was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia P.

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

A Girl's night away.

Over all it was a great stay. Would rent again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Serena L U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our cottage was adequate. The size was fine but I would have preferred that it be a little nicer. Beds were very comfortable. Location was close to downtown and the beachI loved the little notes explaining things.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Miss B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Cute place. Outdated but had the necessities. Was in sketch neighborhood. Found a big roach in the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Great little place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Great place to stay.

Nice place and really clean. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rita Z.

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

Nice Overnight Stay

Property was clean. Nice pantry extras available.Good place to rest and sleep before the cruise ship journey.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

Great place

The Cottage was a great place for us to stay! Diane was so kind and accommodating. We loved the cookies she left. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores L.

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

Great place!

Vey well stocked and comfortable place to stay. Enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dag N.

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

Very enjoyable stay

Clean, nicely kept up, close to downtown and pleasure pier, met and exceeded all expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donnie F.

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

Perfect Getaway

We absolutely loved this house. We love how it was kinda vintage , and also loved the garage. Nice place we highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

NANCY N.

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

House review

It was just a few minor things that need to be done. But discussed with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

AVON

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

I don't know why we were asked to do laundry when we're paying for house keeping to do it.

The stay was nice. But the house had 1 front window & the picture showed 2. The picture was enhanced. Those were the only 2 deception.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

Great Getaway

Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michaél T.

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

PreCruise Stay

Easy checkin process. Immediate reaponse from owners. Quaint home.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

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

Wonderful little Cottage

This place was perfect for our stay. Everything was labeled and just a great stay. We will for sure visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024