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WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island

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Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Moody Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪41 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.

WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island

This is Tree Frog Harbour House - a gem tucked away in the heart of Galveston. TEN MINUTES from everything in town; it is nestled between a private marina and wetland nature preserves. With three bedrooms, a spacious living room and dining room. Laguna de Oro - Golden Laguna - is truly one of Galveston’s best kept secrets. Enjoy nature and gorgeous sunsets while being conveniently located!

The backyard has a refreshing swimming pool and a spacious fishing deck over a beautiful neighborhood marina. The front yard overlooks a nature preserve where pelicans dive and flamingos wade through waters rich with shrimp and crabs. Watch the sunrise over the water on one side, and set over a golden lagoon on the other.

Large families will feel right at home in this spacious, two-story, three-bedroom home on the water. Whether you are wanting to visit local restaurants or to take advantage of Galveston's fabulous fishing opportunities, this home makes all these things available while still offering a bit of privacy from the bustling tourist population in town!

Fish from the large dock, enjoy the beautiful wetland marsh providing stunning sunset views and a perfect spot for bird watching. Bring a boat and tie up right at the dock. The Laguna is great for fishing. Cool off in the private pool overlooking the water. You can access the Strand area, East End or the Beach in less than 10 minutes by car.

Unwind and fall in love with this peaceful, comfortable living space, beautifully decorated and fully furnished for your comfort.

Other things to note

You do have to climb stairs to get to the upper level where all the bedrooms are.

There are people who maintain the property that you might run into during your stay! The landscaping crew comes every week and pest services come regularly. The pool is serviced generally on Tuesday mornings.

We live adjacent to a nature preserve. It is great for bird and wildlife watching and unplugging from the hustle and bustle. We take every precaution to keep pests and animals off the property, but if the occasional bug venturing indoors, or the possibility of encountering raccoons, possums, or snakes in the neighborhood is unacceptable to you, Laguna D’Oro may not be the best vacation spot for you. Otherwise please come enjoy the small-town charm and beauty of Mother Nature, tucked next to these beautiful wetlands.

**For the safety of you and local wildlife, please make sure all trash is fully in trash receptacles and that they are fully closed.

POOL

Pool hours are 8am-9pm. This neighborhood has many working folks and retirees, so we ask that you respect and honor their neighborhood while you are visiting.

We love that the pool feels like an extension of nature. We have placed it right on the water and under a batch of beautiful bamboo that give you privacy while not loosing the natural beauty around you.

We do have the pool professionally serviced, but because of its proximity to nature, leaves, bugs and other natural things find their way into the pool regularly.

Please read and adhere to all Pool Rules before using.

DOCK

We love our large brand new dock and know you will too. 18 ft x 30 ft is plenty of space for everyone to cast a line. This is our favorite spot to drink coffee in the morning while the sunrise bounces off the water. We do not generally use it for boating, but you are welcome to tie off if that suits you!

Please read and adhere to all Pool Rules before using. Additional rules
- No parties or events allowed.
- Please respect the noise curfew. Jamaica Beach is a vacation community with many families. Following city ordinances, a strict 10pm-7am quiet hours are enforced.
- One dog allowed. Must be under 40 lbs. Dog must be house broken and crate trained. DOGS CANNOT BE LEFT ON PROPERTY ALONE, UNLESS PROPERLY CRATED. Please clean all pet waste.
-We love our furry babies and to travel with them. However we have to keep our property safe for future guests as well, including those with animal allergies. For this purpose, we must charge an additional $100 cleaning fee for a hypo-allergenic cleaning if their are any animals brought onto the property.
- No smoking allowed indoors. If you smoke outdoors please do so more than 10 ft from entrances. A $200 cleaning fee will be added if smoking of any substance is found indoors.
- When coming in from the beach we ask that everyone rinses off in our private outdoor shower before showering indoors. Sand is very tough on the plumbing. Also, please rinse and allow any beach toys or equipment before replacing them in the house.
- Please leave the heating or air system running even when you are out to help with moisture control.
- Suitable for toddlers and children under 12. We have provided infant safe outlets, a safety gate on the balcony, and child locks under the sink cabinet. But please do check decorations and other items to raise anything not suitable to your age child.
- No unregistered guests allowed.
- Please don’t eat or drink in the bedrooms.
- Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. You will be assigned a unique entrance code to access the property. For all our guests' and cleaners' safety, these codes will only be activated five minutes before check in time and will stop working 5 minutes after check out time.
- Please take care of the furnishings. You are responsible for any damages.
- Please don’t rearrange the furniture.
- Please rinse and place used dishes in the dish washer.
- Please take the trash out before you leave. Do not put trash in the trashcan if the lid will not close. This will attract raccoons. If you have more trash than fits in receptacles, please contact us to help remove. Trash service is on Monday and Thursday.
- No illegal substances allowed on the premises.
- Do not grill under balcony.

Cameras

Exterior cameras only are at each entrance, both for guests' and property's security. Cameras are not monitored but are motion activated and recording. Non-recording, decibel monitoring devices are in common spaces.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Moody Gardens. An outdoor pool, a water park and laundry facilities are available. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 8 minutes by car from Galveston Seawall and 8 minutes from Port of Galveston
WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island offers its guests a water park and an outdoor pool. The family-friendly WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Property manager

The Richey Family

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dog must be house broken and crate trained.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 GVR10334

WATERFRONT! Pool! Nature's Oasis on the Island Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is the second time we stayed at this house. It has a great fenced in yard for our dog and the pool is great. It is in a very quiet neighborhood, too. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savannah G.

Liked: Cleanliness

So relaxing!

This place had something for everyone! The pier/dock was so awesome! We caught a lot of croakers and Pin fish using shrimp bait. Everything that we needed was provided for and attended to :) great place for families or couples!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eder M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely amazing

Fishing was great the view and pool loved it definitely recommend and we will be booking this one again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view on the water

Great time with the family! Fishing, boating and swimming in the pool. Great place for a family and yard for a dog!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Juston S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delores M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Two Day Stay

My friend and I just wanted a quick get-a-way and hadn't been to Galveston for a while. It was close to good restaurants and Moody Gardens. So, we had a very pleasant visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Easter Get Away

Our family has been going to Galveston for 3 years now for Easter. The property was in a great spot. We did a lot of fishing from the dock, great space for our dog to run and be outside, and our child loved the pool. Will look at renting again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

LAN O.

Disliked: Cleanliness

WEEKEND GETAWAY

Communication is super, however the floor was icky. Couch had crumbs and feels itchy as well as the beds. The minute we open the door the house looks dark and eerie. Just my opinion if the house decor look more vibrant in lighter color guest would step in and feel more comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

B. A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bestie weekend getaway

We chose this property for the amazing views. It did not disappoint!! We wanted to get away from our daily activities to have time to unwind and decompress from our high stress jobs and have a kid free/spouse free weekend. We stopped at a local HEB (grocery store) 20 min from the house to stock up on food and beverages. We enjoyed the beautiful TX fall weather with views from the dock and pool area, as well as the water reserve area located in front of the home. The owners were attentive and easy to communicate with. There is an easy to follow guide binder in the living room that includes the history of Galveston, check out procedures, local places to dine, and more. They even have a quick QR code as you come up the stairs to the main living space for Wifi access. The property is spacious and I look forward to bringing the family for a vacation getaway, as there is plenty of room for all of us. Highly recommend this property!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill B., houston, texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, Peaceful, Perfect

Check in and communication are excellent and timely. Home is cozy but roomy. All the amenities as listed. Pool was really nice but the pier!!!! The pier was amazing for mornings and sunsets and all the family fishing in between. Hope to visit again in April.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace. Laughter. God. And Family Fun.

Our stay at the Tree Frog was amazing and the property manager was beyond helpful and kind through our entire renting process. The backyard is a literal paradise that makes you feel like you’ve traveled to Bermuda. When you look up, you realize both only r you in the tropics but the beautiful wonderland of the serene canal with the fish jumping, hundreds of birds frolicking and airplanes and boats passing by gingerly. It’s just gorgeous. No complaints. The home fit 10 of us with no problem. The basement, where you enter is so spacious with a huge sofa set that 20 people could sleep down there (don’t do that though!! lol). As you proceed upstairs and look at the unbelievable view, you know you’ve picked the right place. Three bedrooms upstairs and 3 full bathrooms (one down and two up) is wonderful. I can’t say enough good things about h the e Richey’s and their lovely home. (Advice….beauty to read the notebook they’ve left, full of hints and tricks and history and fun). Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad D., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Family visit turned into vacation

This location is great. No through traffic, easy access to anywhere in downtown via Harborside or 61st. We enjoyed the pool and fishing from the dock. If you bring a boat to Galveston this would be a great choice.. as it has a marina nearby and easy bay access
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Relaxing Galveston Get-Away

We had a great time staying here for an end of summer family vacation. We had grandparents, two kids (9 and 13) and our pets with us! We really enjoyed the pool, fishing off the dock, and taking our inflatable kayaks out for a spin on the canal. When we needed a break from the sun we watched movies, played board games, and visited in the living room and at the table. It was also a plus having a short drive to Moody Gardens, the beach, and the Strand. Two thumbs up for very comfortable beds and a fun bunk bed in the kids’ room.The hosts are so helpful and quick to respond. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeannette F.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Get Away

While you can see that the property has been cleaned there are obviously steps that are being skipped. Absolutely none of the bed linens had been laundered in at least several stays. They were very dirty with many different types of hair in beds as well as used napkins. We had to wash before we could sleep. Host did communicate and send cleaners next day. No apologies though. Implied we weren’t being honest by sending clean house pictures. I have pictures of beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing-out of the hustle of Galveston tourism!

Comfortable home with a pool. Just what we wanted. It is situated in a waterfront cove surrounded by beauty and birds! The pool looked fairly new and was perfect for lounging-deepest part was around five feet. Comfortable beds;well stocked kitchen;all the right amenities, even pool floats! Within a short distance to great restaurants, beaches and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Luz B.

Our point of view

Everything was great except for the smelly refrigerator at the property. And the sworn of mosquitoes at property than no one warned us about.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Get Away!

We enjoyed our stay...the pool and dock for fishing were AWESOME! Defiantly marking this as a favorite, to book again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R., Houston,Tx

Liked: Cleanliness

Last minute memorial weekend getaway!

So happy this beautiful property was available. Very surprised with such a busy galveston tourist time. This place is right on the water, bay side which i perfer. Keeps all the traffic and people away..felt like a private resort. House was super spacious and had everything you need to make the stay comfortable. Pool was just the perfect size and with a perfect view of the bay. Our family dog had a blast and was secure with the fenced in pool and backyard area. We will definitely be booking again!! Thanks Andrew
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Vacation

Everything we wanted and more in a vacation rental. We enjoyed fishing at the pier and swimming in the private pool. The property was centrally located for restaurants, shopping, and the beach. The property was just as described, and the owners responded promptly with any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great place to stay close enough to get down seawall and 10min from the strand. Very quiet location and great dock to sit on with a cold drink. They Richey family where very accommodating and super responsive. I would highly recommend if you have a boat since it's in a quite canal. The small yard was great for our dog to do her business and everything is fenced in so it was a great property for a pet. I would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne R., Houston Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

LOVE this home. The pool & pier was a huge plus! Didn't catch anything but fun trying! Was able to use the pool everyday! Very peaceful & enjoyable. Will book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mylana W., New Waverly

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

The property was great! Enjoyed the fishing off the pier. We will definitely be back Thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve D., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

Property was well kept and comfortable. The Richey family stayed in contact and answered any questions promptly, great communication. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024