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First Row - Perfect Retreat for Relaxation and Cherished Memories!

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Property grounds
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 111720 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

First Row - Perfect Retreat for Relaxation and Cherished Memories!

Embark on an unforgettable vacation with your loved ones at our stunning beachfront property, situated in the tranquil and private beach neighborhood of Galveston's West End. This remarkable 5-bedroom, 3-bath retreat is the ideal escape for families and friends seeking serenity and natural beauty.

Take in the mesmerizing view of the waves from our expansive deck, providing an unobstructed space to relax and immerse yourself in the coastal splendor. Our open-concept kitchen, thoughtfully remodeled for seamless entertaining, allows you to craft delightful meals while enjoying the company of your companions. Wake up to awe-inspiring sunrise views, unimpeded by structures, offering an uninterrupted sense of bliss.

Accommodating up to 11 adults (ten on beds and one on the living room couch), our property ensures a comfortable stay for everyone. The spacious interior offers ample room for gathering and dining, complemented by two large picnic tables outside for al fresco dining. Our remodeled kitchen features elegant granite counters and stainless steel appliances, ensuring a pleasurable cooking experience.

Elevate your stay with modern amenities, including TVs equipped with streaming Live TV and multiple other streaming apps in four of the bedrooms. High-speed internet is available throughout the property, meeting all your connectivity needs.

The layout of our beachfront retreat includes three bedrooms and two baths upstairs, with an additional two bedrooms and a bath downstairs accessed via an outdoor stairway. This ground-level area is perfect for a second family or those seeking to avoid stairs. Both bedrooms downstairs have their own entrance to the outside. Please note that the bathroom downstairs is attached to one of the bedrooms. The other bedroom occupants must go through the other bedroom to get to the bathroom.

For delightful family moments, discover a collection of games in the cabinets, fostering lasting memories together. Ample storage is provided for your beach toys and boats, ensuring convenience and organization. We even offer beach toys and boogie boards for your enjoyment.

Our property is equipped with an outdoor grill, picnic tables, beach chairs, and an outdoor shower with both cold and hot water for quick clean-ups after sandy adventures.

Nestled in Acapulco Village, a charming beachside community on Galveston's West End, our property offers spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico. Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty and tranquility of this exceptional location.

We extend a warm welcome to one housebroken, well-behaved dog, free of fleas and ticks, to join your vacation. To adhere to Galveston County leash laws, kindly keep your dog on a leash when outdoors.

One dog weighing up to 50 pounds is permitted per stay. It's crucial that your furry companion accompanies you when you depart the beach house. If you need to leave your dog unattended, please ensure they are safely crated.

When making your reservation, kindly inform us of your intention to bring your beloved dog along. Note that there is a nightly pet fee of $20 per dog. For any questions or to discuss exceptions to our policy of one dog under 50 pounds, feel free to contact us directly. We eagerly anticipate accommodating you and your furry friend!

Prepare for an extraordinary vacation filled with relaxation, adventure, and cherished moments at our beachfront haven.

A friendly reminder to all our guests: Galveston Island is tropical, and this comes with a diverse array of insects. The beach house undergoes regular pest control treatments.

Please don't hesitate to reach out with an inquiry if you have any questions.

For more information on Galveston activities, please visit www.visitgalveston.com.

Property manager

Richard Josselet

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1720 sq ft (160 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $20 / dog / night. Discuss exceptions w/ owner.

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
Property Registration Number GVR07176

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Beachfront Luxury
Beachfront! Relax Make Memories!
Beachfront! Relax Make Memories! Previously Driftwood Bungalow

About the area

Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Jamaica Beach - 1 min walk
  • Indian Beach - 10 min walk
  • Sea Isle Beach - 5 min drive
  • Broadway - 6 min drive
  • Moody Gardens - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mario's Pizza Pirates Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hummel's General Store & Deli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Country Club - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is First Row - Perfect Retreat for Relaxation and Cherished Memories! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at First Row - Perfect Retreat for Relaxation and Cherished Memories!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at First Row - Perfect Retreat for Relaxation and Cherished Memories!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is First Row - Perfect Retreat for Relaxation and Cherished Memories! located?

Located in West End, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Jamaica Beach and Indian Beach. Kahala Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

First Row - Perfect Retreat for Relaxation and Cherished Memories! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 167 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 167 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation!
This property is amazing!! Steps from the beach in a quiet area. Very clean and thoughtfully appointed. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Cristal D.

Family get away
First day, the cleaner was still there cleaning, 2 hours past check time. Didn’t change the sheets as we saw no linen leaving the house. Rick did compensate us for the lost time, however, after driving 5 hours, this was highly disappointing . The second day, we found mice droppings in pantry and under the kitchen furniture (after it was “cleaned” the day before) and the mice ripped open our food. Rich did come by and put mice traps. We left the food out on the tables, which gave us less space to eat and play games. The carport/ under the deck flooded due to an immense amount of rain and the lack of proper leveling of the ground. There was a hurricane the week prior, so I understand that happens. However, I did specifically ask Rick if everything was good to go for our stay and he assured me it was. It definitely wasn’t. The downstairs smelled like sewage for the next few days. Our family ended up digging ditches manually so the room downstairs didn’t flood (as they were starting to) until Rick came the next day to level out the ground. So the third day, we lived in a construction site. The fourth and fifth days were finally fine was nothing went wrong and we were able to enjoy the house as intended. The house itself offers GREAT space with a perfect location. Towels, toiletries, tvs/streaming, games etc etc were definitely appreciated. We were compensated for these issues which I appreciate but not enough to want to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sommer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The home is very accommodating to needs for a vacation. One thing that would help is if at least one other bedroom had double beds. It's right on the beach which was wonderful since my mother has a hard time walking. The view is fabulous and the balcony/porch is huge. We enjoyed the stay so very much and would use this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey M., Castle Rock

Liked: Cleanliness
Jamaica Beach
This home was perfect for our large family! Great location right on the water. Owners are very accommodating and the house had all of the essentials and much more. Beds were co gotta me and great AC! Such a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Althea D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking to the beach with FAMILY
It was amazing being this close to the beach. We're a large family so we were able to make one trip to the beach with all our gear. The upper level was ideal with enough sitting in the living room, the kitchen was spacious and well equipped, bedrooms/baths were very nice. However, the 2 bedrooms and bath downstairs weren't ideal, but my grown kids made it work. The only thing we had a problem with was the smell of the septic system, so we always had something cooking to make it smell better. Thanks for sharing your gorgeous home on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
Great place! It’s kind of hard to find a place with good beach access that’s affordable and has Queen or larger beds in most rooms. This property has it! Three couples all had queen or larger beds, the two kids has their twin beds. The shower downstairs came in clutch to get the salt and sand off and there was a little hose on the top deck to wash all the sand off your feet and shoes once you got upstairs. It’s a short walk around the dune to the perfect spot on the beach. The owners are super responsive but we only had to reach out once! I hope we can book again for our next family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee Dee N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
The house was perfect and met everyone’s needs. Beautiful location on the beach. The owners were available and communication was open. Even though we encountered the coastal storm, we managed through it. Overall even with the storm, our family highly recommends this beach house property. We would definitely use it again! Many thanks to the owners for sharing their lovely beach house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location.
Nice place. Plenty of sleeping options. Responsive host. FANTASTIC location. The beach was quiet and just steps from the house. Would absolutely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We lived the location, is directly on the beach as advertised. The beach is beautiful. There are three bedrooms up and two down, connected by an outside staircase. We had everything we needed. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring 2024
The property was well stocked with amenities. The view was amazing. We enjoyed the quick walk to the beach and relaxing on the patio/deck in the evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Coming from Chicago
We came ftom Chicago from a family wedding. This property was close to everything we needed to attend. We did enjoy the close proximity to the beach. House was verify clean and nicely decorated. Great place to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina H., Groveton, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away From Home
Absolutely loved our stay here, property was clean and inviting. Everything needed was available and instructions were clear. Communication with the owners was very polite and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Z., Hempstead

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect weekend
This was the absolute best weekend. This home was perfect for our group of friends. The owners were so sweet and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house
Plenty of room, walk out to the water and close to Shopping. Great Vacation house!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli S., Manhattan, KS

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
We had an amazing stay. Age range 16 through grandparents. This property had everything we needed. Quiet location on the beach. Porch was a little warmer than the beach on cool mornings and evenings but still had all the views and feels of being on the beach. Good communication with the owners. Great relaxing week! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen E., Carrollton, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, great location
The property was just as advertised. Great view of the ocean from the deck. Was a great place to reconnect with old friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Siblings Reunion
We had a wonderful time!! Comfortable accommodations too!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Beach Getaway
We came down for a week to hang out with family and enjoy the beach. The house was wonderful, with all the amenities we needed! It was close to so many fun outings and of course being right on the beach was the best part!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little get away
This house worked out perfectly for our family just a short walk down to the water. My favorite was the sandy area under the bottom deck and all the sand toys for the children. The kitchen had everything you could need. Would highly recommend this vacation home to anyway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne K., Kingwood, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Coco Cabana
Wonderful stay!!! Everything you need is there: lots of beach towels and bath towels, beach chairs and toys. Kitchen is well stocked. Great communication with the hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
I couldn’t recommend more!
There are so many rentals in the area but this property checked off all of our boxes and then some. It is right on the beach in a quiet neighborhood. It has a fully stocked kitchen with everything you could ever need. The only thing I looked for and didn’t find was a sharpie to label the plastic cups. They may have had one and I just didn’t see it. The owner’s attention to every detail is remarkable and they were easy to reach. It is decorated so cute! They have a washer and dryer. They have a binder with attractions and restaurants. Almost every time we went to eat, it was one of their recommendations and none disappointed. We did get carry out at the Galvostonite one night and thought it was better than the food our friend brought from Freeport the night before. It was closer to the house and not in the binder so I thought I’d recommend it too. They had beach toys for the kids to play with and a warm outdoor shower for rinsing off. It really felt like you were staying at a friends. Thank you for a great time! I have already recommended it to friends!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven W., Tomball. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
We had a family of 11 people that stayed for the weekend. The large downstairs patio was where we spent most of our time but we also enjoyed all the deck space upstairs too. Location to beach was a plus and great views. Great communication and clear instructions from the host. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront!!
We stayed here for my daughter’s graduation trip and it was amazing! It was spacious and very clean! Just steps from the beach and not crowded! We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kassie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendcation
We had a blast with our groups of friends 7 adults 3 kids lots of sand toys to use along with chairs. We went for nightly walks on the beach and saw firesworks from both directions on the 4th of July.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girl’s trip!
Rick and Pam your home is amazing! Completely stocked, clean, and gorgeous view of the beach!!!! Our Girl’s trip was perfect! There were 11 of us and the house was comfortable for everyone! See y’all next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023