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The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.

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Sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.

This is an amazing and historic townhouse duplex with living, dining, kitchen, 1/2 bath down, and 2 bedrooms, and one bath up. Off street driveway and garage parking! It is located in the center of the City, just 6 short blocks to the Seawall, the beach, bike rentals; and 11 walking blocks to The Strand Historical District with boutiques, gift shops, restaurants, attractions and night life. Directly across the street is the Bryan Museum, which has one of the largest collections of historical artifacts relating to Texas and hosts many fun and informative events.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this holiday home's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lost Bayou. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and a few minutes from Galveston Seawall
The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston. offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: NOT SUITABLE FOR BABIES. GUEST ASSUMES RISK

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number GVR06054

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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The Cottage is Located in the Heart of Galveston
The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston. Galveston
Situated 5 short blocks from beach across from historical museum

The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 164 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay for a wedding at the Bryan Museum across the street. Clear instructions and clean, practical space.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Markisha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Condo was clean, ample space. She even had books, cards, and games available. Communication was good, owner was quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and quiet, and allowing just a one night stay was such a plus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was perfect for our one night stay in Galveston prior to our cruise. My favorite part was being able to park out Expedition in the garage!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is as described. It is very convenient to everything we needed and everything is labeled well. Communication with the host was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Miss B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place. Outdated but had the necessities. Was in sketch neighborhood. Found a big roach in the kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were very pleased with the rental. Worked out beautifully.Thank You for the cookie great snack.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Birch Duke K.

Liked: Cleanliness
I can't say enough good things about this experience, our First with VRBO. The Home itself is clean, well maintained, well appointed and has lots of labelled supplies. It is central in the city and close to the beach and the Strand and across the street from the wonderful Bryan Museum. The central air conditioning was already on and the house cool. in August. Most importantly, the host is prompt and thoughtful with their detailed communications. All was in order for this retired military senior and his wife of 49 years. We can highly recommend it. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wanda M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not as expected,disappointed

I was disappointed in the cleanliness and overall lack of care for this property, and it was much more expensive than it should have been. Everything is dated and much of the house felt grimy (i.e., yellow stained doors, grime in the shower, ac vent hanging half down from the ceiling, etc.). I even fell out of the dining room chair bc the leg broke. The photos, description, and price of the house should better reflect the condition of the home. In their defense, the property managers of this house have asked for a description of all the areas of concern to address them. I hope they do! If you stay here, just know that’s it’s outdated and not as clean as vacation rentals tend to be (at least based on my experience). The best parts of this property are the easy check-in/out, well stocked with towels and games, and location.
Mold handle.
Yellow grime.
Lack of care
Fell from this chair.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Serena L U., Independence

Liked: Cleanliness
Our cottage was adequate. The size was fine but I would have preferred that it be a little nicer. Beds were very comfortable. Location was close to downtown and the beachI loved the little notes explaining things.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarlene W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s an older home but it’s precious and in a good location. The owners are very sweet and take great care of their home. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

AVON

Liked: Cleanliness

I don't know why we were asked to do laundry when we're paying for house keeping to do it.

The stay was nice. But the house had 1 front window & the picture showed 2. The picture was enhanced. Those were the only 2 deception.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The layout is great and everything was labeled and easy to use.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Neighborhood

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location to Seawall as well as the Strand. Perfect size home for 3to 4 guests.Super comfty beds soft linens and plenty of extra blankets if needed. Through the garage out the back door an outside shower perfect for rinsing off prior to going inside and also so you don't feel sandy more than necessary.. win win.Owner very communicative kind and open to requests.Full kitchen gas stove fullsize refrigerator. Awesome water pressure. A gesture of chocolate chip cookies greeted us on the table.Access for single car garage use. We felt safe and welcomed here. Hope to rent again.Thanks for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steven B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Asks for additional payment after booking

3 weeks after booking paid in full someone on behalf of host asked for additional payment which was 2 days after 100% refund period which seems odd they waited until then.After stating I was not going to pay and wanted to cancel the reservation was advised they would cancel the request for additional payment. Did not feel confident in the host's ethics and way of doing business. This is a duplex that has an odor to it. The air return vent was very dirty. Traffic is steady in front of the duplex you hear clearly inside. Check out process from host messages and paper instructions in the property contradicted how to handle towels. Will return to Galveston but will ensure nothing to do with this property manager.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness

would stay here again

This was the best place we had stayed on this vacation! The property was well described, easy to get to, very clean, attention to detail and plenty of items available to use. LOVED IT! Great location and easy to get to the bay or the ocean. Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

NANCY N.

Liked: Cleanliness

House review

It was just a few minor things that need to be done. But discussed with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Liked: Cleanliness

great stay!

Great house and great communication throughout our stay! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lu A., Katy

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy place

Great location, clean, comfy place and best of all we got to bring our cat along
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Girl's night away.

Over all it was a great stay. Would rent again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Night before cruise

We absolutely loved the place and the host was amazing. We were left a brand new box of delicious cookies to enjoy as a gift for staying and also a cute ornament to put sand and shells in! The cottage itself was very clean and cozy! Check in and out was super easy and having a garage to park your car in was a plus as well. Location was perfect, especially for cruisers. Took less than ten minutes to get to the port! It was a great experience for sure, and I 10/10 would definitely stay here again and recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaél T., Indianapolis, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness

PreCruise Stay

Easy checkin process. Immediate reaponse from owners. Quaint home.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025