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Snarky Shark - Walk to the Beach

Vacation home in Galveston with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Pool
Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Snarky Shark - Walk to the Beach provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 697 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Snarky Shark - Walk to the Beach

Welcome to The Snarky Shark, your perfect beach getaway in Jamaica Beach. Pull up and conveniently park up to four vehicles in the driveway, making it easy for your group to settle in and relax. This home offers plenty of space for everyone, with a fenced backyard where children or furbabies can safely play while guests unwind on the shaded downstairs patio. After a day at the beach, fire up the charcoal grill and enjoy an evening of great food and conversation with friends and family.

Inside, you’ll find all the comforts of home, including central air conditioning upstairs, split A/C downstairs, and ceiling fans throughout to keep you cool from the Texas heat. The living room features a plush sofa and loveseat, perfect for gathering together for movie night. The fully equipped kitchen is stocked with everything you need to whip up breakfast or dinner, complete with cookware, utensils, and a convenient counter with bar stools. Enjoy meals at the dining table or step outside onto the deck to dine in the fresh coastal air.

When it’s time to rest, retreat to one of the two upstairs bedrooms or the cozy downstairs living area. The spacious primary bedroom includes a luxurious king-size bed, while the secondary bedroom features a comfortable queen-size bed.

On the ground level with access from the patio, you’ll find a spacious air conditioned room to relax. Please note that the downstairs living space, including the half bath, is not connected internally to the upstairs and is accessible via the patio area, making it unsuitable for unattended young children.

For your peace of mind, weather event cancellations are eligible for refunds if a mandatory evacuation order or large-scale utility outage occurs. Keep in mind that June through November is high storm and hurricane season, and travel insurance is recommended.

Occupancy Policy
We aim to keep the home affordable for smaller groups. Therefore, there is an additional charge of $25 per night for each guest beyond 5 (regardless of age). Please ensure your guest count is accurate when booking.

An additional fee of $50 per guest per night will be charged if the number of over-night guests exceeds the number on the reservation. Exceeding property max will result in eviction without a refund. Maximum combined guests and visitors during the day is 8 including children.

Parking
Depending on the size of the vehicles, the driveway can accommodate four vehicles. No parking permitted on the grass. Carpooling is recommended.

Pet Policy
Fully house-trained adult dogs are allowed to a max of two and max 50lbs each - NO exceptions - $75 non-refundable pet fee per dog per stay. We ask that pets stay off all furniture, are cleaned up after (doggie bags provided) and are in a kennel if left alone inside the home. Only dogs are allowed - no other types of pets.

An additional fee of $100 per pet in addition to the standard pet fee will be charged and/or eviction without a refund for undisclosed pets.

Service Dogs - Texas House Bill 4164 penalties for falsely representing an animal as a service animal is a misdemeanor punishable by up to a $1000 fine and 30 hours of community service.

Guests must be at least 25 years old to book, provide a government-issued photo ID, and complete the verification process on Airbnb or VRBO—or have at least one five-star guest review. The person who books must stay at the home for all nights, as third-party bookings are not allowed.

To make your beach days even more enjoyable, beach toys, boogie boards, chairs, a cooler, and a corn hole set are provided. Beach towels are also available—please wash them after use and return them to their proper place to avoid extra cleaning fees.

Smoking is not allowed inside the home; a $200 fee applies for violations. Smoking is permitted outdoors, but please dispose of cigarette butts properly.

The City of Jamaica Beach Regatta Basin, also known as the Marina, is located just six blocks away. It offers a single paved boat ramp providing access to the canals that lead to West Bay, along with a parking and seating area. A guest permit is required for use.

Registration STR25-000211

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,040 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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: Adult dogs are allowed to a max of two and max 60

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 STR23-00066

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

orp5b62175x

About the neighborhood

Map
Jamaica Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Jamaica Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Broadway - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Palm Beach - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Sea Isle Beach - 9 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pariah Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Country Club - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Snarky Shark - Walk to the Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Snarky Shark - Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Snarky Shark - Walk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Snarky Shark - Walk to the Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Snarky Shark - Walk to the Beach located?

Located in West End, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Galveston Island State Park Beach and Jamaica Beach. Indian Beach and Palm Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Snarky Shark - Walk to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Perfect Rental

We enjoyed our stay at this property. The kitchen was well-equipped, and the bedrooms were comfortable. The host was very communicative and helpful, providing prompt responses to our questions. We had a great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Great property! Close to the beach.

Great property! We enjoyed our stay and the fenced in backyard was awesome for the dogs!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Awesome Getaway

We did a staycation for the weekend and was the perfect setup for us. Look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

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

Family fun

Enjoyed the location and beach!! Kids had a blast!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great Place

Would high recommend. Very accommodating and responsive!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Great trip!

This was such a great location and house for our family. It had all the amenities we were looking for in the Jamaica Beach area and close to the drive in beach access. Added bonus of the fenced yard and being able to bring our pup! We will definitely book this location again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Best beach house in Galveston!

This is by far the best house we've rented in Galveston. The owner was amazing - very helpful and communicative. The house was immaculate - perfectly clean and updated with everything you could possibly need. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Super Stay at Snarky Shark

We couldnt have had a better experience at Snarky Shark. The owner. Tara was excellent in responding when we had guestions. Everything was super clean and well organized!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

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

Great

Tara was wonderful to communicate with & alrho i had some difficulty with vrbo emails she made up for any issues i encountered. I was unable to go die to hurricane beryl but again, communicarion & refunds were prompt. I will def rent from her agai !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This home was perfect for our family getaway. The beds were comfortable, plenty of space for seating and sleeping. The area was quiet and just a short drive to public beach access. The home was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our beach trip. I would definitely recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024