Summary: Be among the first to stay in this brand new home with GORGEOUS VIEWS and a LARGE outdoor gathering area. Allow the exhilarating views and the relaxing sounds of the ocean that surround The Bright Side of the Bay to help you mentally unwind at this family and pet friendly destination. This LUXURIOUS beach home is an easy ten minute walk or three minute drive to feel the warmth of the sand between your toes and the cool spray of the ocean on your face. The Space: Cue up some island music during breakfast on the record player, or Bluetooth to the surround sound. Enjoy a delicious cup of coffee on the verandah with friends and family. If you prefer a shady spot, grab a nap on the outdoor hammock in the patio area. Every single night comes with an amazing sunset view. Daily you can enjoy the beauty of the local birds such as cranes, spoonbills, black-bellied whistling ducks, egrets and many more as they frolic in the lake adjacent to the home. Top Reasons to Book at The Bright Side of the Bay - - * Short walk or drive to the ocean * Modern, brand new home * Small-pet friendly * Professionally managed by owner * Unobstructed sunset views * Equipped for small children and babies * Extensive supply of indoor and outdoor games * Beach gear ready to go * Fully stocked kitchen and bathrooms This brand new 4BR/3BA vacation oasis is ideal for large families, multiple generations, snowbirds, couple and friend groups, or anyone who desires a cozy space to unwind in safety and in style. This island paradise boasts 2,200 sf of open living, cheery colors, a spacious deck, a gorgeous waterfront view, and the peace and tranquility of a property surrounded by nature. The professionally decorated space offers the streamlined class of mid-century modern with a splash of beachy casual! The open concept living and dining area are the perfect spot for family dining or game night. The kitchen invites you to enjoy upscale entertaining, complete with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and a fully loaded kitchen experience: - Keurig's K-Duo Single-Serve & Carafe Coffee Maker - Hamilton Beach 45 cup coffee maker - French Press Coffee Maker - Complimentary coffee, tea, sugar and creamer - Blender - Cookware - Cooking utensils - 4 slice toaster - Kitchen-Aid mixer - Baking pans and cupcake mold - Rice cooker/multi-cook - Large pots for seafood boil - Place settings and silverware - Barware and drink mixing supplies - KID-friendly dinnerware - Outdoor gas grill and charcoal grill After a full day of having your toes in the sand, retreat to your master suite to relax in your king size bed with an all-new mattress and luxury linens. Additional rooms sleep up to 12. Bedroom 1 (Palm Room - Master Suite - upstairs bedroom): king Bed - sleeps 2 Bedroom 2 (Sun Room - upstairs bedroom): king Bed - sleeps 2 Bedroom 3 (Sea Room - upstairs bedroom): two bunk beds (one-twin over full, one full over full) and a cot with a twin size, 10 inch mattress - sleeps 8. Two couples may share this room, or it’s a great place for the kiddos to hang out together. Allow them to bring their gaming console. There’s a nice big TV in this room. Bedroom 4 (Crane Room - downstairs bedroom): king bed - sleeps 2 Sofa - The sofa is not a sleeper sofa, but it is wide enough and comfy enough to accommodate 2 people. All beds have 12 inch memory foam mattresses (except bunk beds are 8 and 10 inches), down alternative pillows and hypoallergenic hotel luxury sheets for a restful night of sleep. The spacious living room area features a 60 inch smart TV. Plan your movie night now! We offer Wi-Fi and Roku TV so that you can stream from your own subscriptions. Additional 55 inch TVs can be found in the Crane Room and Sea Room. The outdoor patio features comfortable seating, swings, hammock, bar top and picnic table. You will be set up to cook with a gas OR charcoal grill for a sunset dinner. You can challenge the family with a friendly tournament of darts, cornhole, Yardzee, Jenga, and many other outdoor games. On cool evenings, enjoy a small fire in the firepit area, surrounded by beautiful tropical flowers. Be sure to stock up on ice and cold beverages that you can keep in the fridge located in the garage. Traveling with small children? You can pack lighter, because we provide a Pack n’ Play, highchair, and bouncy seat. For your beach day, we provide a beach cart, beach canopy, beach toys, beach games, boogie boards, coolers, an umbrella, beach chairs, and towels. For your furry friends, we provide a kennel or a small pet parlor room with toys, treats, and a comfy pet bed. ALL THE COMFORTS OF HOME - Free parking on the premises (up to 4 vehicles.) There is more parking allowed on the street next to the home - Prep dinner on the BBQ grill - Entertainment: cards, board games, outdoor games, scavenger hunts, rock painting, geocaching, books and beach toys - All TVs include a Roku streaming device - Toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, and soap provided - Outdoor shower in lower deck - All linens and towels, plus beach towels - Washer/dryer & detergent: - Beach equipment: folding chairs, beach mat, umbrella, ice chest, and games - Fast Wi-Fi If all of this isn’t enough, then venture out and explore all that Galveston Island has to offer, but if you are in a hurry, you are at the wrong beach. Galveston is recognized not only as one of the most charming beach towns in the country, but it is also full of fascinating historic architecture, sandy shores, and first-rate restaurants, and especially for its slower paced, quiet, relaxing vibe. Please provide the emails of all the adult guests visiting The Bright Side of the Bay. I will send them a guestbook so that they may all have access to the home’s guidelines and all that Galveston has to offer. PARADISE AWAITS AT YOUR RELAXING BEACH VACATION! Guest Access: 24 hours before arrival, instructions will be sent detailing keypad entry and other things to note for your arrival. The Neighborhood: We are located 15 minutes outside of Galveston. There is public beach access within a few minutes away whether walking or driving. We are located at the end of a cul-de-sac in a quiet, new subdivision. The surrounding area contains a few delicious mom and pop dining establishments, a grocery store, gas stations, bait shops, and a small souvenir shop. Just a 5 minute car ride down the road, you can be at the beautiful Galveston Island State Park. Other Things to Note: This is our home, not just a place we list to make money. We live here when no one is renting. We decided to take this vacation rental adventure because we knew we had a gem and wanted to share it with other families so that they would be able to stay in this magical place and enjoy all that Galveston has to offer. Please keep this in mind when you stay here. Please treat this home as you would your own. Please respect the home and its property. We want to be able to open it up to as many families as possible so that many memories may be made here. Be sure to share memories that you made while visiting so that we may share in your joy. Interaction with Guests: I stay on the island, just about 30 minutes from the house. I can be as involved as you would like. I can meet you there to help you get moved in or give you a tour. I can meet up to discuss activities or answer questions. I am also just a text away.