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Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view

Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Galveston Island Beaches

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Nestled in a quiet coastal neighborhood, The Beacon is a haven of natural light and warmth, just two rows back from the beach. Perched on a grassy piece of property with peek-a-boo views of the Gulf, this three-story home offers spacious covered decks for sunset watching or sipping morning coffee.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 163200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view

Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Galveston Island Beaches
This smoke-free holiday home features a water park and laundry facilities. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 5.5 bathrooms and a fridge, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming 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: 3,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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 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
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 GVR10969

Property is also known as

97146

About the area

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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Island Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sunny Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Hershey Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • West Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Spanish Grant Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Island Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Viet Cajun - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view located?

Located in West End, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Galveston Island Beaches and Sunny Beach. Hershey Beach and West Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Three-story, beach home with decks & partial Gulf view Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

8.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Great home

Our party of 12 fit comfortably in this beautiful home! Hosts were very responsive and helpful. We had a wonderful time!

8/10 Good

Crystal H.

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

Great Place for Small Gatherings and close to the beach

Our son had a great time and comfortable stay at this home for his senior prom. A small group of his closest friends and oldest sister as his chaperone had several room/bed accommodations. The host/managing Partner communication was great throughout the stay. Highly recommend this home that is close to the beach and close proximity of Galveston attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fabiola C.

First Time Renters . beautiful home

This house is gorgeous! Beautiful inside and out! The room spaces are very nice in size! The restrooms, closets, everything was amazing! I love that they had extra blankets and pillows I'm the restrooms! Because we forgot to bring some. We are very happy with this house. Not too far from the beach! We were able to rinse ourselves downstairs before entering home! Definitely will rent again! Thank you for a wonderful stay!

8/10 Good

susanna m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great communication and would recommend but there are some things Host needs to address. Kitchen was not adequately stocked for cooking. We had to purchase a pan, cheese grater and utensils to cook. One bathroom did not work, toilet nor shower. Plumber came to address toilet but it was not fixed. Main floor was covered in dead love bugs upon arrival. We had to completely vacuum main floor. This was a very comfortable house for large group but property management company needs to oversee closer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tony G.

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

Galveston Vacation

Beautiful place. Lots of room and only a few steps from the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Ashley ..

Beautiful home and great location!

Beautiful home and great location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Peaceful and beautiful

So happy with this property! It was a great location and perfectly suited for our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Great home and locaction

This is a great house. There were 9 adults and plenty of room for everyone. The location is perfect and easy access to the beach and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carol T.

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

Fall Respite.

Great spot for beach access and family fellowship.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway 2025

The house could have been cleaned. We found wrappers on the floor, loose rice on the floor. Had to wipe down kitchen counters good as they were dirty. There’s dried toothpaste stuck to the cabinet in the downstairs bedroom bathroom. Could use bigger frying pans for when cooking for large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cody F.

Great Stay

We very much enjoyed the kitchen being directly behind the living room so that everyone was always included in what we were doing. Also having your own shower in almost every room was an amazing experience for everyone. The couch was almost more comfortable than the beds! Was a fantastic house and we had a fantastic stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Gorgeous Beach House

Beautiful beach house and it had everything we needed. It was close to the beach. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

alisa g.

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

Awesome

Large & plenty of beds & living area for entertaining
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

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

Very comfortable

Was nervous about our stay because of past reviews, but we had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Easy Walk to the Beach

Walking on the beach is the best part of vacation! Easy stroll from this lovely house.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Jared K.

Weekend getaway

The house was amazing. The kids loved the house and our nightly walk to the beach to catch sand crabs. Big rooms with amazing bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Charlotte C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Great House That Needs Upgrades

Great house and neighborhood but the house furnishings and kitchen supplies are 2 star and do not meet expectations of what is charged to rent this house. There were blank nails on the wall in the living room for art that was not there, 2 bar stools for an house that holds 16 and furnishings were cheap and did not meet the quality of price that was charged. The kitchen supplies were either not worthy of Goodwill see photo below or non existents. Dishes and kitchen utensils were in the cabinets dirty. Broken furniture shoved in the laundry room.Will not rent this house again even though we come back to this neighborhood for a family get together every year. Very disappointed in this property. Next time will rent another property in the same neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyrce B.

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

The greatest place to stay

We had a great time at the home . The only thing was wrong with the house was the bottom floor didn’t have a tv in the master bathroom
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunny X.

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

Nice family vocation house

Very clean and nice beach house. Walking distance to beach. We enjoyed the stay a lot! Will come back! Recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melvin C.

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

Short but Sweet

It was a beautiful place! We wished we could have stayed longer. The house fit our family of 14 just right. The amount of supplies was just right. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Ginger L.

Beach Stay

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful beach house while visiting for the Sandcastle Festival with my family and cousins. The house was perfectly located, just a short walk from the beach. The home was clean, spacious, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. We especially loved the large outdoor deck where we could gather together after a fun day in the sand. The kitchen was well-equipped for cooking family meals, and the bedrooms were comfortable, offering a restful night's sleep after a long day of activities. This beach house made our trip to the Sandcastle Festival truly memorable, and we can’t wait to come back next year! Highly recommend for families or groups looking for a cozy and convenient place to stay near the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Eric P.

Great Property

Everything was perfect, except it was hot. It took 6 hours for the upstairs to get to 72.

6/10 Okay

Ann F.

Liked: Communication, location
The property and community was beautiful. We had so many issues that it took away from truly enjoying our vacation. 1. The tv for the downstairs bedroom had been removed and not replaced. 2. Only two of the bedrooms upstairs had a tv in them but one of the tvs did not work at all. We reported this but it was not fixed during our stay. 3. The back door was unlock d on our arrival. We later found out the door would not lock. 4. One of the doors to the balcony upstairs would not open. (Guests in that room was unable to enjoy the balcony. Same room tv was broke in.) 5. Refrigerator went out in the middle of the night, woke to warm and defrosted food. We finally discovered the breaker was tripped. 6. The coffee pot did not work properly, held the water and overflowed causing grinds to be in coffee. It only released a fourth of the water. The night before leaving we discovered the problem was an incorrect carafe was being used in this pot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Leigh Ann J.

Vacation 2024

This home was perfect for our 4 families and we all enjoyed our stay. The only reason I did not give 5 stars was due to a small ant problem on the first level. There was also a short in the kitchen which caused the GFCI wall outlet to go out and we constantly had to flip the breaker switch. We did contact GS who was going to contact the local team but to my knowledge no one ever came out since it continued to happen. All in all we enjoyed our stay and will definitely return in the future if available.

8/10 Good

Jane R.

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

Family Time at the Beacon!

Our extended family of 11 stayed at this home for 4 nights. The home was very clean upon arrival, was nice and spacious and was as pictured online. It is close to the beach and has good views of the ocean. We loved having so many bedrooms and bathrooms! The neighborhood is lovely! Our overall experience was positive but we did have some issues. The A/C upstairs struggled to keep up with the desired temperature. The electrical outlets in the kitchen area kept going out so we had to keep flipping the breaker switches. The supplies in the kitchen were inadequate for a home that can accommodate 16 people. We have seen all of these issues mentioned in previous reviews and due to the Vacasa responses we were hoping that they had been rectified prior to our arrival. These issues were disappointing but did not prevent us from having an enjoyable family time at The Beacon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024