Calming Seaside Sanctuary, pet friendly 2-blocks from beach

Top rated by guests
Living area
Private kitchen
Cookware, dishes, icecream maker, popcorn maker provided.
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
review stars
9.6Outstanding
(64 Ratings)
"The location is great, walking distance to the seawall. The house was spacious and comfortable. Check in and check out very easy. We would definitely stay there again"
Mark P.
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9.6 / 10
Outstanding(64 Ratings)

House in Galveston Island, TX

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

About this house rental

Feel confident in staying at our professionally-cleaned house while still being safe and making the most of your beach vacation! We are "BOI" (Born on the Island) and love showcasing the best things Galveston has to offer. We are less than 4 houses away from the best BBQ on the Island, and a quick walk to the Beach & best restaurants and nightlife.

The space
- All queen-size mattresses with high quality sheets and duvets
- Spa showers with rainheads
- Original wood floors
- Original shiplap
- Original art from Texas artists
- Curated ambient lighting (inside & out!)
- Ceiling fans in every bedroom
- Fully-loaded kitchen, including blender, popcorn maker (with kernels), ice cream maker for fun family memories
- Gourmet coffee, flavored syrups, assortment of sweeteners and a dry milk for your first coffee
- Extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and an assortment of herbs and spices
- Beach Towels and Tent
- 65" 4K smart TV
- Comfortable leather sofa & armchair, perfect for Netflix
- Queen-sized sofa bed
- Fully enclosed yard

Guest access
Please note that there is a separate garage apartment also located on the property- Breath Deep: Tiny Luxury Seaside Sanctuary. The garage (with access to the washer and dryer) is shared.

Other things to note
Regarding your pets, we are also dog-owners and dog-lovers, and understand how nice it is to have your four-legged family members welcome, too.

We appreciate the La Quinta policy- all breeds, all sizes, no charges. We have tried to adopt the same policy, and ask that you help us maintain it by:
(1) ensure your pets are flea-free,
(2) make sure pets are up-to-date on vaccines,
(3) keep the property in good shape, trying to keep the effects of shed to a minimum (i.e. no shedding pets on the sofa/bed if possible),
(4) clean up poo,
(5) respect other guests that may be staying in the garage apartment, and
(6) do not leave dogs that cannot be left alone, do not bring dogs that must be crated unless you bring a crate or dogs that have aggression issues unless you will be with them at all times when others are present.

THAT SAID, IF YOU WANT TO BRING YOUR PET(S) WITH YOU, YOU MUST TELL US WHEN YOU BOOK. We need to let our cleaning service know. If you do not, EXTRA FEES WILL APPLY.

Across the street(ish) from Queen's BBQ, a 2 blocks to Brick House Tavern & Tap and Joe's Crab Shack. Not a fan of the National Chains? Not a problem, we love our local restaurants and bars too! Gumbo diner, Bronco Burritos, SHRIMP n' STUFF!!! All so close. With all the delicious seafood, how will you chose! And, of course, the MAIN attraction, the beach is a short 2 blocks where you can get your sun on and ride bikes along the seawall for some breathtaking views (and STELLAR people watching!!!) The Historic Galveston Island Pleasure Pier is less than a 1 mile away (a SUPER easy bike ride), and the Historic Strand (2.3 miles) for more delicious dining options and CANDY at La King's! The Galveston cruise terminal is less than 3 miles and Schlitterban/Moody Gardens, as is less than 4 miles away. Pro-Insider tip, for a good free time with your family, take a ride (in your car, or on a bike) out to the ferry terminal to Port Boliver in the evenings and take a free ferry ride (15 minutes each direction) over (and back) and watch the dolphins jumping up and around the bay. The kids will love it.

There is street parking available for free. There are a variety of bicycle sizes for you to use in the garage, and you're welcome to store your own bikes in the garage. Galveston has spent a significant amount of time and money putting in easy to use bike paths throughout the East end making it very bike-friendly. It's often quicker to get around on foot/bike than it is to get stuck in your car on the seawall. Plus, your body and earth will thank you!!!

Amenities

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10
Outstanding(64 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
The location is great, walking distance to the seawall. The house was spacious and comfortable. Check in and check out very easy. We would definitely stay there again
8 / 10Excellent·May 2026
Host had the property cleaned and ready for check in. Promptly answered messages/questions regarding property and had excellent recommendations for dining. And a great tv for watching NBA playoffs!
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
This was our annual Friendcation trip. The house was amazing. No complaints on the house at all. Will need updated pictures as the pictures listed are older and a few things have changed. We will definitely choose this house again if we come back and it is available. Beware of Galveston mosquitoes!!!
6 / 10Average·May 2026
This is a charming old house in a quiet, pleasant street near the beach & close enough to town or the places we wanted to go birding which was our main focus on this visit. The house is comfortable, well stocked & aside from the laundry location in the garage (we didn’t care for this but the equipment worked just fine) a lovely house. There were 3 issues which kept this review from being a 5 star. First, the house was not clean. Every counter, window sill, dresser & table had dust on it. The windows were so dirty they were hard to see out of. The front porch chairs had to be cleaned off & the deck swept before we wanted to use it & some of the utensils needed cleaning as well, etc. Second, one of the mattresses was upside down (springs up) & third, the fan in the living room inoperable. On the positive side we contacted Frederick & he responded immediately & 2 members of the cleaning, maintenance crew came on that day, turned the mattress but could not fix the fan. I hate to leave a bad review & I suspect the ones who care for the house for Frederick have probably let him down. I would recommend the house based on my feeling that this will probably not happen again. The beds were comfortable, AC worked fine. For birders who might think of renting this home the birding was fantastic from the front & back porches!!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Calming Seaside Sanctuary, pet friendly 2-blocks from beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Calming Seaside Sanctuary, pet friendly 2-blocks from beach pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Calming Seaside Sanctuary, pet friendly 2-blocks from beach?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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