You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat
Beautiful appointed 1928 home in Galveston, Texas. 7 blocks from the beach and 3 minutes to the downtown strand. Luxury at the best. You and your family or guest will enjoy being in the center of Galveston. 3 minutes from all the fabulous restaurants and amusement places.
Property manager
David Painter
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Optional golf privileges
Water park
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Theme park nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 GVR07631
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
1928 Beautiful Galveston Home Galveston
1928 Beautiful Galveston Home Private vacation home
1928 Beautiful Galveston Home Private vacation home Galveston
About the neighborhood
Galveston, TX
What's nearby
Galveston Seawall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Port of Galveston - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Galveston Island Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
The Spot - 14 min walk
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. - 19 min walk
Wendy's - 18 min walk
Fish Tales - Galveston - 17 min walk
Brick House Tavern + Tap - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
What time is check-in at Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat ?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Historic 1928 Kempner Retreat located?
This family-friendly Galveston vacation home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Kempner Park and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Amenities
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Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10
House was amazing. Close to the beach and close everything to do in Galveston. Would recommend
Richard D.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
The home is very beautiful and fit 6 very comfortably. The host was amazing and was very accommodating.
Nicole V.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
10/10
Eclectic neighborhood. Nice back yard. Easy walk to beach
Douglas W.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023
10/10
Everything was great, the owner was nice a very helpful. The bed were comfy and clean. The home is located near the beach. It was worth the stay!
Shaun Z.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
10/10
The house is beautiful and very comfortable, the owner is a very nice person, he was always checking if we need anything. I highly recommend this property. We will be back with pleasure!
Esperanza H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10
Great location close to Strand and Seawall streets. A car would probably be a must. Enough can not be said about the host. He was a wealth of information and very prompt on answering any guestions.
The house was furnished like you were at home. Every possible thing you needed was furnished.
I have been a VRBO user for over 15 years. And this rental is one of my best. Bill
Bill F.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022
10/10
My family and my brothers family plan a vacation every year and this year we decided to go to Galveston from the Dallas area. We chose this property because it fit our families and was close to everything. Pictures did not do this property justice! It’s a beautiful home.
Communication with owner was fantastic. He set the door code to my preference which made remembering it so much easier. The property was very clean and one of the most stocked properties we’ve ever stayed in! Everything you could ever want with every detail thought out. Living room and furniture was super cozy. Thank you for the fun spring break!
Maria M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10
The house was even better than described. Lots of character inside the house. The 2 upstairs bedrooms are extremely large with their own bathrooms. The downstairs bedroom also had its own bathroom. Comfortable lounge. Kitchen with plenty of utensils. The garden was a delight to sit outside in the sunshine. Easy to park the car in the driveway. Quiet neighbourhood. Near the seawall, probably about half a mile so walkable for some. Fast and reliable wifi. Would stay here again if returning to Galveston.
David was extremely easy to contact and replied quickly
kevin h.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10
This is a neat, clean and well designed beach home. We were two families and all of us liked this beautiful house. We had everything we needed in the house from beautiful plates and utensils to Keurig coffee maker and beautiful coffee cups which makes our stay easy and enjoyable. The two bed rooms were great, our kids liked the sleepers downstairs. We definitely would like to stay in this house when we come to Galveston again.
Solomon T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10
The house was clean and had everything we needed. David was truly an exceptional host.
I highly recommend staying here.
Kory W.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
10/10
Great location
Jacob M.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
10/10
The beautiful home had everything our group needed and more. The location was perfect for our stay as we explored Seawall & Strand the most. The best part was we could easily contact the owners & communicate with them in a timely manner. That was key for us after some “not so good “ experiences in the past. We hope to come again to this place.
Mechele
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10
Everything about this home is warm and welcoming
We really enjoyed our stay this labor day at one of your properties in Galveston. The home was well equipped, very elegant and beautifully designed inside. Cute little back yard.
Viet N.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10
Beautiful home with convenient location. Great for families or adults. They had games for kids. Cute little outdoor area for sitting or grilling. Host checked in to make sure if we needed anything.