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Downtown Home with Modern Updates | Walk to The Strand | Near Porretto Beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6155 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Downtown Home with Modern Updates | Walk to The Strand | Near Porretto Beach

Market Street Gem

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Beautifully updated, this 3BR/2.5BA home presents a modern basecamp within a short walk of The Strand and downtown Galveston’s historic sites. Highlights include stylish shiplap walls, plush furnishings, and a sleek kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Sip morning coffee on the covered front porch. Behind the home, find a grassy fenced yard and a charming deck with rocking chairs.

The convenient location keeps you close to a plethora of shops and restaurants as well as boat charters on the channel. Hop on the historic trolley just 2 blocks away for easy transport to Moody Gardens at the Seawall Beach Loop and shopping/dining at the historic Downtown Loop.

LIVING AREA

A comfy sofa and love seat invite you to unwind in the living area. Watch movies on the flat-screen TV.

KITCHEN & DINING

Stainless steel appliances sparkle alongside spacious granite countertops in the kitchen. Perch at the kitchen bar for four as dinner simmers on the gas range.

Share home-cooked meals around the table for four in the dining area.

BED & BATH

This two-story home sleeps six guests in three bedrooms.

Sleep soundly on a king-size bed in the primary suite. The en-suite bathroom boasts a double vanity and a walk-in shower.

The second bedroom holds two twin-size beds, and the third bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed. The guest bathroom is configured with a tub/shower combination.

A half bath provides added convenience.

OUTDOOR AREA & AMENITIES

Kick back with a cold drink in a rocking chair on the back deck. The grassy, fenced backyard offers space to play outdoor games.

The covered front porch is furnished with a bistro table for two. The balcony has two Adirondack chairs and a lovely downtown view.

EXTRA PERKS & MORE DETAILS

Extra perks include complimentary Wi-Fi and a washer/dryer. A beach umbrella, chairs, and towels are provided in the rental.

Parking is available for two compact cars in the driveway. Additional street parking may be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Access to the main entrance is via five exterior steps.

THE LOCATION

Stroll 6 minutes to the heart of The Strand to admire Victorian houses, dine at tasty restaurants, and shop at unique stores. Downtown Galveston is also home to museums and historic sites.

Drive 5 minutes to Porretto Beach to soak up the sun by the Gulf.

Check out the roller coasters at Pleasure Pier (2 miles) and exciting waterslides at Schlitterbahn (6 miles).

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,673 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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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 and a first aid kit
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 GVR07019

Property is also known as

60418

About the neighborhood

Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of Galveston - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Katie's Seafood House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pier 21 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fisherman's Wharf - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Huli Huli Hut - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Home with Modern Updates | Walk to The Strand | Near Porretto Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Home with Modern Updates | Walk to The Strand | Near Porretto Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Home with Modern Updates | Walk to The Strand | Near Porretto Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Home with Modern Updates | Walk to The Strand | Near Porretto Beach located?

Located in East End, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of East End Historic District, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal, and Port of Galveston. Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Downtown Home with Modern Updates | Walk to The Strand | Near Porretto Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Perfect location to get to the Stand!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

This house I beautifully decorated, comfortable and only a few blocks from the strand! It had everything we needed! The K and Q bed frames are bent and one downstairs window does not have lock latches. We hope to rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10

Perfect location for going to The Grand, very comfortable house!

10/10

Very nice house in a great location to the Strand and restaurants on Columbus Ave. Perfect for riding bikes or walking anywhere near the Strand.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Photos are true description of property. Plenty of room for 6 people in this beautiful home. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We came for Dickens On The Strand plus a few days before. Had a wonderful time. Would return.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

6/10

Great property had issues with a leak in the kitchen sink i felt it should have been addressed better but property was responsive to us wish they had trash bags available and extra supplies in the bathroom but overall stay was wonderful i would definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

My family really enjoyed our stay and the access to the beach and seawall... The communication with the host was quick and very responsive... We look forward to staying again...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10

This house was clean and comfortable. Our trip was booked months in advance, but Hurricane Beryl hit the area just 4 days before our scheduled arrival date. When you're buried in lemons, you drink lots of lemonade! The power came on the day before our trip and we had a great time on the island! This home could not be more perfectly located for a visit to the Historic Strand! We basically just slept there, but it's easy to see how a family could use it as a base of operations during a longer trip. Book through Vacasa directly and save yourself the excessive Venmo service fee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great place! Very spacious and clean. Lovely decor. Master bed was a bit hard and there was no closet available or clothing storage space what so ever in master which was a bummer but overall it was very nice!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10

Decor was very nice and overall other than the stove oven didnt work. AC had to be checked too it was timing out at 11pm at night - not fun in the heat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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6/10

This house was conveniently located to The Strand and the harbor. Lots of restaurants within walking distance. We recommend Coastal Grill, Shucks and Riondo’s for some great food. Be sure and walk the neighborhood to see some beautiful restored houses. The oven didn’t work the week we were there. The repairman couldn’t fix it, but we were not planning on baking anyway. Be sure to bring your own essentials such as coffee and filters, tissues, dishwasher and laundry soap, dryer sheets, etc. This was a little gem and we hope to come back soon—and there’s room enough for our kids next time.
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8/10

Loved this little gem. Perfect location, easy to find and had all the amenities needed for a wonderful stay. I did not give 4 stars only because of the smoke smell that permeated the house. I’m an asthmatic and i also have two small children so this was not ideal for us- we spent a lot of our time away so it wasn’t a deal breaker- but would not have stayed if we had known about the smoke
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10

Nice long weekend on the island with Mardi Gras. Very convenient to the Strand. Well cared for property for a full Family. The alley parking spots were good, but only able to access the home via code from the front door. The parking passes for parking on the street were dated 2022, so we didn't use them. A little difficult to get on the balcony as the door sticks real bad, otherwise enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10

Overall a very nice stay, but we did have some issues which hopefully will be corrected. Pros: Good location for downtown/strand/harbor, comfortable beds, nice layout with living/kitchen & half bath on main floor and bedrooms/baths upstairs. Cons: 1) Upon entering, the loud buzzing from 4 of 6 the mini-split A/C units could not be ignored. Even on low speed, the noise was noticeable. Called in, sent recording as requested and was contacted by maintenance. It was agreed that this would likely take specialist to repair - and it was the weekend-so we just put the fan speeds on low and lived with it. With temps only in the 80s, this was ok but would have been miserable on hotter days. Hopefully this is repaired before the next visitor. 2) Icemaker would not dispense through the door. Upon opening freezer, the unit was off-kilter. It could not easily be removed so we had to reach high into the ice bin to get ice. 3) As noted in another review, the assigned parking is behind the unit but you have to enter through the front door keypad. At night, this is a problem. Also, we are experienced with keypads but this one was quite temperamental. It took multiple tries, punching numbers very slowly, to get through the 10digit entry. We'd suggest adding a keypad on the back door to facilitate entry. 4) We'd suggest cushions for the wicker dining chairs. Sitting more than a few minutes on bare legs caused indentions. We had to put towels on the seats.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10

This is our 2nd time staying in this home on Market Street- short walk to Sunshine Cafe (which is a fan favorite); beach chairs for our use; clean; lovely rooms. A hit.

10/10

Excellent, comfortable, convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10

You never know what you might get with a short term rental but this place in Galveston is great. Nice and clean with good WiFi. We would stay at this place again when we find ourselves in need of a place in Galveston. The location is very near the Strand and some great breakfast restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We really enjoyed this property. It was very comfortable and spacious for 4 adults and a baby. It was ideally situated to walk to the cafe's and shops. The location was nice and quiet, despite being so close to everything! If we find ourselves back in Galveston, we would book this property again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10

The process to book was easy but there a few things I would “change/upgrade” better towels, full length mirror, greater focus on cleanliness in bathrooms and luggage racks in each room. Closet in master was locked making it inconvenient to share closet with next bedroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10

Great location and very comfortable home. We spent some rainy days inside and the smart TV, great Wi-Fi and board games kept us occupied, but when the weather lifted we had great walks along the street with beautiful historic homes. Easy access to the Strand, Pier 21 exhibits, but 18th will shoot you to the beach in no time flat.

10/10

Entirely positive. Loved the location, too. We were there for a rehearsal dinner and wedding on the Strand and extremely convenient for that. Loved the neighborhood, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10

The home was clean, felt homey, and our family loved the games that were there for entertainment!

10/10

Do not judge this home from the outside!! It is so roomy and comfortable. The rental company was super responsive with some concerns we had. We enjoyed our stay and home to return!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10

Very nice cottage feel in this nostalgic community. Clean, organised, had everything we could have wanted. Loved the back porch, listening to birds, driking great coffee before sunrise, playing with grandson in safe place at sundown. Very good family memories made here .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022