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The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.

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Two beach chairs with umbrellas, one blue and one purple, on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, The Bryan Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

Rules

No Smoking No extra guests without prior coordination Pets are welcome, with prior coordination No parties or large gatherings Quiet hours are from
10pm to 7am

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.
  • Note from host: Pets are allowed at this property

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
No smoking allowed at this property

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

Vrbo Property
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
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The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 175 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location place was clean, very welcoming and cozy. Definitely booking again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Host was wonderful and helpful. Always answered quickly with questions. Location is great and property has many extras that made it very accommodating. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AC was perfect. Great house and valve.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great stay!

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

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet, and allowing just a one night stay was such a plus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is excellent. We stayed the night before our cruise. The house was very clean and very well equipped. Felt safe while we were there as well. Super close and so easy to get to the port. We will definitely stay there again. Absolutely loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Great little place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cottage was perfect for our stay in Galveston. Private drive parking was great and the house was so clean. We will definitely be staying again soon in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

Nice place and really clean. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for the cookies. Our husbands enjoyed the entire package. How embarrassing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tarlene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dag N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very enjoyable stay

Clean, nicely kept up, close to downtown and pleasure pier, met and exceeded all expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lu A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy place

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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

Will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Girl's night away.

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dolores L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Vey well stocked and comfortable place to stay. Enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful little Cottage

This place was perfect for our stay. Everything was labeled and just a great stay. We will for sure visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The layout is great and everything was labeled and easy to use.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plenty of room, great location

This is a nice home centrally located in Galveston. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annalicia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Perfect location, right across from wonderful museum. Loved that there was reading material as well as beach chairs and toys so we didn't have to pack them.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Owner has thought of everything you need and some things you didn't know you needed. We always enjoy staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with the rental. Worked out beautifully.Thank You for the cookie great snack.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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