House in Galveston Island, TX
Reasons to book
About this house rental
The East End Escape is a 1,685 sq ft beach house built for groups that are tired of compromising. Three king suites mean nobody draws the short straw, a kids' bunk nook keeps the little ones happy, and the resort-style backyard gives everyone somewhere to land — pool, hot tub, fire pit, covered patio, and sun loungers.
You're on a quiet residential street on Galveston Island, minutes from the Seawall, Pleasure Pier, Schlitterbahn, Moody Gardens, and the Strand. Close enough to walk to the sand, far enough to actually hear yourself think.
THE BACKYARD (the reason people book)
A large private pool for lazy afternoons, a hot tub for after dark, sun loungers for drying off, and an outdoor dining table that seats twelve. When the stars come out, gather at the fire pit or drop the projector screen — a full 10 feet of it — for movie nights and big-game watch parties under the covered patio. There's lounge seating and a bar out there too, so the yard works as a second living room all day long.
LIVING & GAME SPACE
Two comfortable sofas, a large storage ottoman that doubles as a coffee table, and a 75" QLED TV with Roku. The dining table converts into a pool table, so a rainy afternoon turns into a tournament. Ping pong, karaoke, board games, and pool toys round it out.
KITCHEN
Fully equipped for real cooking — cookware, sharp knives, dishes and silverware, wine glasses, dishwasher, oven, stove, microwave, toaster, blender, and counter space to spare. The coffee bar has both drip and Nespresso, with coffee included. Washer and dryer just off the kitchen, detergent provided.
SLEEPING (10 guests, 7 beds)
- Bedroom 1 — Primary: King memory-foam bed, 65" QLED TV, plus a kids' nook with twin bunk beds
- Bedroom 2: King memory-foam bed, 65" QLED TV
- Bedroom 3: King memory-foam bed, 65" QLED TV
- Two twin roll-away beds available to move wherever you need them
Every bedroom gets the same bed and the same TV — three equal suites, no negotiating.
BATHROOMS
The primary bath is a spa moment of its own: jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower with rain panel and multiple jets, and two separate vanity areas so busy beach mornings run smoothly. A second full bath with shower-tub combo keeps everyone moving.
ALSO INCLUDED
Central A/C and heat, ceiling fans, fast Wi-Fi (wired ethernet available), outdoor shower for rinsing off sand, private deck, linens and towels, hair dryer, iron, essentials, and long-term stays welcome.
WHO THIS HOME IS BEST FOR
- Families with kids — fenced backyard, pool, bunk nook, board games, pool toys
- Multi-family and friend groups — three equal king suites, dining for twelve, a yard built for gathering
- Reunions and celebrations — movie nights, fire-pit s'mores, and pool days that work for every generation
- Snowbirds and longer stays — full kitchen, in-unit laundry, fast Wi-Fi, extended stays allowed
- Pet owners — dogs are welcome, and the beach is a short stroll away
GETTING AROUND
- Galveston Beach & Seawall Blvd — 8-minute walk
- Historic Pleasure Pier — about 5 minutes by car
- Schlitterbahn Waterpark — about 8 minutes
- The Strand Historic District — about 10 minutes
- Bishop's Palace & the historic mansions — about 10 minutes
- Moody Gardens — about 12 minutes
- Bolivar Ferry (free, and you'll often spot dolphins) — about 12 minutes
- Galveston Island State Park — about 20 minutes
- Kemah Boardwalk — about 40 minutes
- Space Center Houston — about 45 minutes
Guest Access
Check-in is contactless and easy — a smart lock with self check-in, so you can arrive on your schedule after 4:00 PM. Arrival instructions and your door code are sent before your stay.
You'll have the entire home to yourselves, including the pool, hot tub, covered patio, fire pit, private deck, and the full fenced backyard. The owner's closet is the only locked area, and the garage is not available to guests.
**Parking:** Free parking on the premises with room for multiple vehicles, plus free street parking on this quiet residential street if you're bringing extra cars. No permits, no paid lots. There is no EV charger on site — the nearest public chargers are a short drive away in Galveston.
I'm local and reachable throughout your stay through Vrbo messaging if you need anything at all.
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## 5. Other Things to Note
> Vrbo field: **Other Things to Note**
**Check-in:** after 4:00 PM · **Check-out:** by 11:00 AM · **Maximum occupancy:** 10 guests
**Pets:** Dogs are welcome with prior approval and a pet fee. Please clean up after them, indoors and out.
**Pool & hot tub:** The pool is not heated. No glass in the pool or hot tub area. Children must be supervised at all times around the water.
**Quiet hours:** This is a residential street with neighbors who live here year-round. Please keep noise down overnight.
**No smoking** anywhere inside the home. **No parties or events** — bookings are for the guests listed on the reservation.
**Security:** Exterior security cameras are in use on the property for everyone's safety. There are no cameras inside the home and none pointed at the pool, hot tub, or any private outdoor lounging area.
**Layout note:** The bunk beds are in a kids' nook that opens off the primary bedroom rather than a separate room — worth knowing if your group's sleeping arrangement depends on it.
**City of Galveston short-term rental registration:** GVR-16576
