Historic Hideaway with pool! Close to beaches and downtown. | House in Galveston

9.8 (31 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Galveston House | Historic Hideaway with pool! Close to beaches and downtown.

3 Bedroom House in Galveston

Historic Retreat – Silk Stocking District
This charming island getaway property awaits your next visit to Galveston. The historic home survived the 1900 floods and is in the Silk-Stocking District where you can catch the trolley that runs in front of the property for a quick trolley ride to the shopping, dining and entertainment venues of The Strand. It is also only a short walk to the public access beaches. Perfectly situated for visitors to enjoy the Galveston vibe, this rental is the getaway destination that you have been searching for.
The home can sleep 12 comfortably and has a large backyard for entertaining. While there, you can enjoy the many upscale amenities of the home. The fenced yard includes a pool and seating for 16 people to provide comfort and privacy while you enjoy the serenity of the Gulf breezes. Or relax after your day’s adventures on the home’s balconies and porch swing while watching the famous Galveston Street life. During festival time, parades pass right in front of the property and can be viewed from the balconies. Indoors, each room contains a smart TV and there is Wi-Fi throughout the house to entertain kids of all ages. The fully equipped kitchen provides all the necessary utensils and cookware to create meals or entertain guests, and the built-in bar has all that is needed to enjoy a bottle of wine or your favorite beverage while celebrating your stay, including a blender for cocktails and a Keurig coffee maker.
The space:
The home welcomes you with a porch entry complete with swing. The doors have keyless entries, which are coded uniquely for each rental. There is private, gated parking for 2 vehicles upon request.
First floor:
This floor offers a family room with seating for 7 and plenty of room for games or relaxing in front of the TV. It also offers a dining room with the ability to have a sit down gathering for at least 6 people and a bar in the kitchen for 4 more.
The kitchen offers plenty of room to cook for family or for guests and has a built-in bar with two wine coolers, blender, and wine opener to enhance your dining experience.
Second floor:
This floor has three bedrooms, each outfitted with a television to enjoy those late-night shows. The master bedroom offers a king-sized bed, a sofa for socializing, and an ensuite with a private balcony. The second bedroom offers a queen-sized bed with a chair and bathroom access and access to the balcony overlooking the main street. The third bedroom offers two full size beds with a chair.
AIRPORT – William P. Hobby International Airport is approximately 40 minutes away from this property.
Parking:
There is free parking on 25th street and parking for two vehicles behind the house upon request.
Other things to note:
Age – Guest renters must be over 24 years old.
Pets – Pets will be allowed based on prior approval with a $75 daily fee for one and $50 for any additional pets
Occupancy – The home will comfortably sleep 12 people – based on double occupancy in the beds.
Security / Camera – There are cameras on the outside front of the home and a camera in back to monitor the gate and back fence. The cameras are not focused upon internal activities and are used to monitor the parking area and the rear fence for your safety while using the property. We are happy to provide access to the video capture to address any privacy concerns.
Smoking – Smoking and e-cigarettes are not allowed inside the house. Please be considerate and place any trash in the outside trash can provided on the back deck.
Pool – The pool is provided as is for the use of the renters; the owners are not responsible for activity in or around the pool. Lifeguards are not provided, and all activity is at your own risk.
Renters recognize and understand that use of the Pool involves certain risks. Those risks include, but are not limited to, the risk of injury resulting from possible malfunction of the equipment used in the pool and injuries resulting from tripping or falling over obstacles in the pool area.
The renter agrees to release owner from all liability for any loss, damage, injury or expense that renters may suffer resulting from using the pool due to any cause whatsoever. When booking you are agreeing that you understand and waive any right to hold owner liable.
Outdoor grill – There is an outdoor grill for your use. Please make certain it is shut off and closed before you leave, so that future renters can continue to enjoy its use as well.
Trash – Please place all trash at the end of your trip on the back porch in the provided trash can.
Garbage disposal – Please do not place large amounts of food down the disposal, as it is only meant for small bits and scraps; place larger items in the trash can.
Front balconies – Please enjoy the swing and chair. This is a great area to see parades and just relax on a return from an entertaining night out.
Upper Rear balcony – Please enjoy the tranquility of the private balcony for relaxation and enjoyment of your surroundings. It is located outside of the master bath and gives a view of the backyard and tranquility of the neighborhood.
Check in / Check out – Check in is at 4 pm and check out is at 11 am unless prior arrangements are made.
Miscellaneous – There is a highchair and pack-n-play for young children, and a wagon. There is a washer/dryer available in the home. The home has whole house Bluetooth capability speakers.
Galveston registration Number - GVR08718

Historic Hideaway with pool! Close to beaches and downtown is located in Galveston. Historic Hideaway with pool! Close to beaches and downtown provides accommodation, featuring TV, Private Pool, Oceanfront, among other amenities. This House features TV, Private Pool, Oceanfront, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Historic Hideaway with pool! Close to beaches and downtown has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Galveston has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Galveston, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • 2+ bathrooms
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 2278 sq ft (212 sq m)
  • English
  • In the city center
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Travel crib
  • Local meal delivery service
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
Spa
  • Private pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number gvr08718 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

License number: GVR08718

Reviews

Heather L.
Aug 18, 2025 07:00:05 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Beautiful historic home. Close to all the fun stuff: downtown, ports, seawall, UTMB. The rail trolley runs right in front of the house. Trolley stop is a short walk down the street. Very comfortable beds, and a large kitchen. Would definitely stay here again.
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