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5★ Waterfront home! Bikes, kayaks, fishing, fire pit, pickleball! Pets welcome!

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Pool | Outdoor pool
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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10

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10126 sq m

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Galveston, TX
  • Popular LocationJamaica Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGalveston Island State Park Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBroadway8 min drive
  • AirportHouston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)94 min drive

About this property

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

5★ Waterfront home! Bikes, kayaks, fishing, fire pit, pickleball! Pets welcome!

Borrowing from Walt Disney's mission for Disneyland, our mission for Tortuga Cay is simple...'to be a place where friends & family can have fun together.'

Located on one of the largest canals in Jamaica Beach w/ direct access to Galveston Bay & State Park, you can't ask for a better location...
- 10 minute bike ride to the beach, Jamaica Beach Swimming Pool (open Memorial Day to the first of August), playground & city park
- 20 minute drive to the Pleasure Pier, Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn, the Strand & Sea Wall

Tortuga Cay is a place where families can bike to the beach on our complimentary 'beach cruiser' bicycles. A place where children can fish from our pier or kayak in the protected canals of Jamaica Beach (we provide kayaks & life vests at no cost). This is a place where parents can relax on the deck, knowing the kids & pets are playing safely in our fully-fenced yard; and a place where friends can enjoy a day of boating right from our slip, grilling by the water or relaxing on the deck.

Above all else, Tortuga Cay is a place to get away for awhile, relax, and enjoy life with each other!

Our private dock is equipped with an underwater fishing light to help draw in the 'big ones' after dark! Trout, red fish, drum, and several other varieties are frequently caught from our deck!

Fishing Guide & Boat Rental Service: If you're looking to hit the water for a guided fishing excursion or a dolphin watching sunset cruise, our professional guide service is available to pick you up right at our pier for a full day or half day bay fishing trip. Just walk right downstairs and hop on the boat... it doesn't get more convenient than that! Also, if you are interested in renting a boat during your stay, we can help you arrange a full or half-day boat rental at a special discounted rate for our guests!

5★ AMENITIES:
We've paid particular attention to "the little things" that make a stay more comfortable:
- large king beds w/ high-quality, tempurpedic mattresses
- 1,500 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets
- premium resort-grade towels
- complimentary beach cruiser bikes and kayaks w/ an assortment of helmets, life jackets and paddles
- charging ports on bedside tables
- high speed wireless internet
- HD Roku TV's in the living room & all bedrooms
- Complimentary pack & play, high chair seat, children's dishware and utensils to make your little one's stay as restful as yours!

Following an extensive renovation, Tortuga Cay now features beautiful granite counter-tops, glass tile back-splashes, all new stainless appliances, two fully renovated decks overlooking the expansive lagoon and much, much more. With three decks overlooking the water the home features water views from virtually every room in the house. The layout of the home makes it easy for families and groups to travel together; three bedrooms total with a spiral staircase leading to two bedrooms upstairs (and away from the main living area) and two decks adjoining the king bedrooms.

A note from the owners for parents traveling with small children... we have young children ourselves, so we know what it's like to travel with kids and have designed this home with them in mind. We've taken great care to ensure our home allows children to play safely AND allows parents to enjoy their vacation without constant worry. Lockable safety gates on both the upstairs deck and the fully-fenced yard help keep your children & pets safely away from the water and street. We also have a high chair and pack-n-play available for your use (just make sure to bring crib sheets).

Amenities include: 55' LCD TV, streaming Roku TV's (in living room AND king bedrooms) and complimentary high-speed wifi, washer/dryer, Moen adjustable shower heads with massage setting, Tempurpedic king mattresses, attached boat slip, deck ladder for swimming in the canal, 2 single kayaks and a tandem kayak w/ paddles & life vests, 2 beach-cruiser bicycles and a tandem two-person bike w/ helmets, beach toys, boogie-boards, all linens, towels, blankets, dishes, etc... all of this and more is included with your stay!

Pets: Your pets are part of your family and are always welcome in our home with no additional pet deposit. The yard has been designed to give them room to play safely and away from the water.

IMPORTANT HOUSE RULES! We want you to have a great stay but the following rules must be followed. Please review BEFORE reserving the home...
- This is not a party house. Prom groups and parties are not allowed at any time unless approved by the owner in advance.
- The maximum number of guests allowed on the property at any given time is 10 unless approved by the owner.
- Guests must be at least 25 years of age to reserve the home and adult guests may not rent the home on behalf of underage guests.
- No underage drinking
- No loud music or other disturbances to the neighboring residents
- No trespassing on neighboring properties

Property manager

Robin Harris

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1352 sq ft (126 sq m)

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Up to two small-medium dogs allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Child gates and lockable fences provided.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 STR22-00070

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located in Galveston, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and Moody Gardens. Traveling with kids? Consider Broadway and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Jamaica Beach - 4 min drive
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 4 min drive
  • Broadway - 8 min drive
  • Moody Gardens - 19 min drive
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Galveston Country Club - 8 min drive
  • Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - 12 min drive
  • Waterman's Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • West End Marina - 13 min drive
  • Hummel's General Store & Deli - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 5★ Waterfront home! Bikes, kayaks, fishing, fire pit, pickleball! Pets welcome! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 5★ Waterfront home! Bikes, kayaks, fishing, fire pit, pickleball! Pets welcome! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 5★ Waterfront home! Bikes, kayaks, fishing, fire pit, pickleball! Pets welcome!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5★ Waterfront home! Bikes, kayaks, fishing, fire pit, pickleball! Pets welcome!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5★ Waterfront home! Bikes, kayaks, fishing, fire pit, pickleball! Pets welcome! located?

This family-friendly Galveston vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach. Indian Beach is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
The house was perfect! It is very close to the beach and a short drive to Galveston. We had everything we needed and it was beautiful! I would definitely stay here again in the future!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
10/10 Excellent Waterfront Home!!!
We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful waterfront home! We were there during the week and it was so nice and peaceful outside by the canal. The view is beautiful! The bed was comfortable and the home was spotless inside....So relaxing! We enjoyed walks in the evening around the neighborhood and fishing at nighttime! The underwater fishing light is awesome...a fishermans paradise!!! We took our little dogs and they, too, enjoyed their stay. The property is lovely and the location is great!! Robin is a great host and we hope to return again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aju T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway and close to home
Wanted to get kids out and was a nice place to base everything from. Beach access (17?) directly across from the neighborhood this house is in and handful of food choices around there. Overall good accommodations and owner provides lot of amenities you won't get anywhere else. Only callout I would make is that with little ones be aware of the spiral staircase which we saw in the pictures but didn't fully realize till we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hope M., Manor

Liked: Cleanliness
Me and my son had fun on the kayaks. Fishing where not biting much but still had a good time .
Property was fair. I injoyed the location Don't forget the mosquito spray.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeremy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic week with family
Perfect place for our family of 4, with our 2 kids ages 7 and 11. Everything was exactly as described and Robin was super responsive and helpful. Couldn't recommend more highly!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
2024
Overall great place to stay. Quiet and away from town, but not too far away that you can't drive there
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jimcolasanto@me.com C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Bay Home!
Great house in a great location. Our family had a fantastic holiday weekend. My family loves pickleball now!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great amenities
We were very pleased with the layout of the property and felt very safe for our dog. The property can be completely closed in and has plenty of space for you dog to run. We enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate to rent this one out again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Stay
The house is perfect, beds are comfortable. 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

annalisa s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Property was wonderful! Great location! This stay was perfect for our stay. Very peaceful and beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023