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Dog-friendly cottage with two primary suites, ocean views, beach access, & deck

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Dining
Hair dryer, towels
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9.2

Wonderful

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10143 sq m

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  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Galveston, TX
  • Popular LocationBermuda Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationWest Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationGalveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark10 min drive
  • AirportHouston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)85 min drive

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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.

Dog-friendly cottage with two primary suites, ocean views, beach access, & deck

Blue Ribbon Cottage

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If you've ever wondered what it would be like to have a beach in your backyard, now's your chance to find out. When you stay at this beautiful vacation rental, you'll enjoy lovely views of the Gulf, a one-minute walk to the beach, and other convenient amenities. The main living space is open-concept, combining the living and dining rooms with the kitchen. Relax on the cozy couches as you flip through the cable channels on the large TV. Prepare a delicious home-cooked meal in the fully-equipped kitchen. If you'd rather dine outdoors, you'll find a large selection of patio furniture on the extended deck.

This elegant, newly constructed cottage sits a little more than 10 miles away from historic downtown Galveston in a quiet residential neighborhood located right alongside the beach. The Moody Gardens amusement park and Schlitterbahn Water Park are just six and a half miles away. Additionally, the Houston airport is a little more than 75 miles to the north. Beachgoers will love their minds when they realize that the beach is less than a tenth of a mile from your front door. If you're interested in surfing, boogie boarding, or stand-up paddleboarding, rentals and lessons are all available close by. There is a large commercial district a little more than seven miles away, which offers a variety of shops and restaurants.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a friendly reminder rather than risking a noise complaint from a neighbor. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

City/town permit number: GVR03427

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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 the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Jet skiing 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

General

  • Unit size: 1544 sq ft (143 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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 GVR03427

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cottage
8437

About the neighborhood

Galveston

This cottage is located in Bermuda Beach, a neighborhood in Galveston, and is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and Moody Gardens, while Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are popular area attractions. Broadway and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Bermuda Beach - 1 min walk
  • West Beach - 3 min walk
  • Sunny Beach - 4 min drive
  • Moody Gardens - 10 min drive
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's on the Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Country Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Island Brewing - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly cottage with two primary suites, ocean views, beach access, & deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly cottage with two primary suites, ocean views, beach access, & deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly cottage with two primary suites, ocean views, beach access, & deck?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly cottage with two primary suites, ocean views, beach access, & deck located?

Located in Bermuda Beach, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Bermuda Beach and West Beach. Spanish Grant Beach and Hershey Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 130 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house lock malfunction
Comments FAULTY LOCK: The instructions didn’t match the lock. We managed to eventually get the lock to work. After unpacking we locked the door and were headed to a 6:00 p.m. dinner reservation. We realized we forgot something and tried to get back in BUT THE LOCK BOX WOULD NOT WORK. Called for help and left for dinner reservation. I let the customer service representative know that we had a small dog in the house. The Representative (Diego) assured me that he would send a new code for the door and a code to a separate box that held a key. When we returned we tried the new code but the lock wouldn’t work (and the spare key wouldn’t work because the doors were bolted on the inside) CALLED AGAIN. After a long period of time the new representative finally said she would send a locksmith to the house. It was dark and we were using our cell phone flashlights to see. Meanwhile the dog is going crazy inside. My husband started trying windows just in case one was unlocked. He found two. He let us in from the inside. A locksmith came over a short time later and replaced the faulty lock. We have NOT tried using the code instead we are using the key that was in the other lockbox. NOT A GOOD WELCOME EXPERIENCE. DISHWASHER: The top rack falls off. It needs repair or replacement. CLOTHES DRYER: When door is closed the dryer is full of condensation which contributes to the strong mildewy/musty smell in the master suite. (The washer/dryer are located in the closet in
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Book it!
We had a wonderful stay! It had all the space we needed. We did get locked out but I was able to get help within 30 minutes. I loved that it was a walking distance away from the beach. Good for morning walks and evening strolls. I will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL BEACH HOUSE!
This place was absolutely perfect!! Loved the lay out, how accessible everything was, pleasantly surprised (guess I read wrong) it was 3 full bathrooms! Everything was in working order, we even got a message stating we could check in early. Hard to find dog friendly homes, even though we left ours with caregivers to just enjoy the weekend with my daughter and her friends. Easy walk to beach, basics were provided, beds were super comfy, and just a good weekend despite weather! I would absolutely recommend this place and would love to stay again! Only thing was no propane for the gas grill, luckily in-laws live close so we borrowed theirs. People in reviews complained about conditions of home on outside but folks- it’s salt water air! I still give this place 5 stars for location, space, comfort and no issues!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!
The house was very clean upon arrival. The view was nice and relaxing. Beds were comfy and it was a short walk to the beach! We do wish there had been some ice trays to make ice, since there was no ice maker in the freezer, and also wish washcloths had been provided. Bath towels and hand towels were provided. We just bought a small bag of ice to solve that minor problem. Overall, this place is highly recommended! Enjoyed our stay and would book here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Michaela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
My friends and I came for spring break and we loved it! It was such a great space. The only problem we had was that the door code was changed during our stay and we weren’t notified. We spent a while trying to get back in and lucked out when my friend thought of entering the code with one number changed. It worked but we were almost locked out!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
We loved our stay at Blue Ribbon Cottage. It is a great house and located in a great spot. The jacuzzi tub in the master bath didn't work, everything else was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Weekend Anniversary Getaway
Wonderful stay. The property is well maintained. It is clean and spacious. Nice distance from the beach 2mins walk. Kitchen was well stocked with untensil etc. Couple of things we noted but did not impact stay: No hooks in any of the bathrooms to hang towels. No hangers in the closets to hang clothes. Master bedroom bathroom shower only gave luke warm water when turned to hot. Easy fixes. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G., Springdale Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Galveston
Location location location. House is large and clean and just steps to the beach. We had a great time. Thanks little blue cottage.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

nancy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
House is ok great location
House is ok location is great. Local staff for this property company is terrible. If they are needed and it is their day off nothing will be done. Bring blankets because what they have on the beds is more like a bed covering/extra sheet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023