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Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
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Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11161 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

About this property

Entire place

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

Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach

Seraphina By The Sea is located in a tranquil beachfront neighborhood on the West End of Galveston, Texas. Our island home is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac street with direct beach access by dune walkover. A mere two-minute leisurely stroll puts your toes in the sand and your mind at ease. Our beach is closed to vehicular traffic so you can let your little ones explore the wonders of nature without worry. Watch the sun rise over the Gulf and sink into the bay from Seraphina's elevated decks.

Seraphina By The Sea is a charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home decorated in a soothing coastal farmhouse style. The home has a beautifully decorated family room, well-stocked kitchen for the family chef, and ample seating around the expandable dining table and kitchen bar. The family room has a 65-inch 4K TV with surround sound and a media console stocked with games, books, and puzzles. A large deck with beach views has picnic tables for casual meals under the setting sun.

The main floor has a full bathroom, a bedroom with queen-size four-poster bed, and a playful bunk room for the kids. In the bunk room, several kid-friendly items such as a pack-n-play, high-chair, and infant tub are provided. A sleeper sofa in the family room rounds out the sleeping arrangements on the main floor.

Enjoy the luxurious primary bedroom encompassing the entire top floor complete with a spacious bathroom, plush king size bed, coffee bar, 65-inch 4K TV, and private deck with gulf and bay views.

On the ground level, there is a fenced-in yard, grill, picnic table, hammock, and additional seating. An outdoor shower with hot and cold water is a great spot to rinse off after a day on the beach. Sand toys, beach chairs, wagon, rolling cooler, and shade canopy are available for use.

Our community, Pointe San Luis, is a quiet single-family residential neighborhood. The community pool is located on the bayside and is an ideal spot to watch the sunset over West Bay. Take a morning jog or evening stroll along our pedestrian-only beach and marvel at the natural beauty of the dunes.

If you are interested in stays over two weeks, please send us an inquiry! We would be happy to provide a customized reservation with discounted mid-term rates for your stay.

Property manager

Michael and Kristin Barry

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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
  • Unit size: 1,737 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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 GVR06262

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • San Luis Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Half Moon Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sea Isle Beach - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • San Luis Pass - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Jamaica Beach - 12 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The West End Marina & Restaurants - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪West End Marina - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Avery's Bayside Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sea Isle Fishing Pier - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this West End vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of San Luis Beach and Half Moon Beach. Terramar Beach and Sea Isle Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Tranquil Retreat with Gulf Views, 2 Min Walk to Pedestrian-Only Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne E.

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

Great stay

Checking in was seemless. Beds were very comfortable. Kitchen was very nice. Plenty of room for a big family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

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

Another Pleasant stay

Second time to stay here. Everything was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Great Location. Beautiful Home.

Repeat stay. Three minute walk to the PRIVATE beach. The house is beautiful and well equipped. The neighborhood is pretty and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Excellent Location

Our second visit. The house is beautiful, clean and well stocked. Three minute walk to the private beach which is peaceful and never crowded.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

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

Great stay

Great property with great location and responsive hosts. Quiet neighborhood with a very short walk to beach
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney B.

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

Wonderful retreat

Great house with easy, quick access to the beach. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esteban S.

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

Beautiful And Very Comfortable

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, close to beach, grandkids loved it, everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb O.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. We wanted a few days to relax and refresh. This property was everything we expected. A quick walk to the beach and we were in our happy place. The house is clean and comfortable, the neighborhood was quiet. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

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

Great family friendly beach house

We had our elderly parents and our kids and grandkids. The house was well supplied for all ages and was easy walking distance to a pedestrian only beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

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

Great get away

Everything about the house is stunning, the house itself as well as the view. We all enjoyed it greatly even in the throws of a tropical storm!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Fantastic Beach House

Seraphina had everything we needed to enjoy our beach vacation. The house was perfect, especially if you have little children. Thank you for sharing your house, we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Todd W., League City, TX

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

Had everything we could want & more!

This property was located in the perfect spot withi n a short walking distance to the private beach which we really appreciated! The house was modern, very clean & had everything we wanted & needed as well as a bit more such as the beach chairs, umbrellas & beach cart to carry it all! We will definitely be returning to this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin F.

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

Great place for family stay

This property was exactly what we needed for our family vacation, particularly flying in for the visit. We have two kids under three, and it was SO nice to have a crib, bedrail, baby monitor, high chair, toys (beach and house), cups, plates, and even a potty training seat all available without having to pack it along. Proximity to the beach was perfect too, easy for the toddler to walk. Very quiet during our offseason visit. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana L.

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

Great home….True to Pics!

We had an absolute wonderful time at this Galveston home! The home is actually even better than the pics! No need to bring any items for the beach, bedrooms are larger than expected, outdoor living space is awesome, well supplied kitchen, short walk to beach, and the list goes on. We enjoyed every moment!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne E.

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

Perfect in every way

The house and location were perfect for a quiet spring break getaway. The house was immaculate and so comfortable. The owners thought of everything! We will stay here again for sure...and will only bring half of what we brought as it was so well stocked!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Beach Please

Great location, the house is nestled in a quiet little community. We had beach views from the deck and it was great sitting out in the evening while listening to the waves and watching a beautiful moon. Gorgeous home and the kitchen was well stocked with all of the needed kitchenware to prepare family meals. Definitely recommend this home and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Amazing and beautiful home

We had a wonderful time at Seraphina. Beautiful house in a quiet neighborhood just steps from the beach. Sad we had to leave but we will be sure to book again. 10/10 A++
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake B., Webster

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

Perfect location and amenities

The property was beautiful, best landscaping on the street. Numerous outdoor patio seating locations with child safety gates for all stair access. The garage has everything you need for a short walk to the beach, we appreciated the extra wagon and the rolling cooler tremendously. House was very nice with everything we needed for cooking and the mattresses were extremely comfortable. Owners answered all questions and concerns with very prompt responses. Would absolutely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hunter A.

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

Great location and beach access

My family (me + spouse + 1/4/6 yo) & my elderly parents stayed for 4 days/3 nights. The property is fantastic. You can walk out the door and down the stairs and beach on the beach within 3 minutes. The beach was sparsely populated as well which was a plus. They had pretty much anything you could need for the beach (chairs, cooler, umbrellas, wagon, toys) easily accessible. The home itself was decorated well and was extremely clean. They also have anything you would need for kids (cribs, pack n play, bumbo, toys, books, etc) which is a big plus. Normally we are low maintenance, but with my elderly parents we had to reach out for a few random reasons and the hosts would always respond promptly and with any answer we needed. Added bonus was the charcoal grill downstairs which we used for 2 of the 3 nights. If I had to be picky, I would say the only negative was the lack of food options around this part of the island and that is 100% not on our hosts :) great place and would def stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel R.

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

Perfect Place Made a Perfect Trip

This house had everything we needed for our family with four kids and two older parents. From catching the sunrise over the ocean on the decks, to the direct beach access, and kid friendly areas for the kids to run and play, this properties location was perfect in every way. Hosts were on top of every detail and communication was never lacking. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Quite beach get away

This is a great location for a quiet family beach getaway. The location is at the far southern point of the island with super easy access to the beach. Really lovely home for a family stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose G.

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

Wonderful week for the entire family

We have a blended family with 5 children ranging in age from 4 to 16. This wonderful home offered plenty of indoor and outdoor space for everyone to have a wonderful time. The amenities / supplies were perfect and the monitor for the bunk bed room proved valuable. The proximity to the beach was perfect and the outdoor shower and seating on the deck was perfect for evening snacks and early morning cereal or coffee. We will definitely make this our go to place for family visits to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Truly fantastic home

I truly can't think of a negative to mention. The location was stellar; I couldn't ask for easier or closer access to a great stretch of beach. The home itself was clean and well stocked with basics (both for the kitchen and for families). The check in "process" was a breeze since we were literally just able to walk up and use a personalized code to get in. Our kids (2 and 5) loved the children's room and I appreciated the bed rail I could attach to the lower bunk for my youngest and the sound monitor I could set up. My husband and I were comfortable in the primary room upstairs and I can say that all of the beds are very comfortable because I slept in all of them at some point during our stay (thanks children!). I highly recommend this beautiful spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine R.

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

Most relaxing week...

The house is beautiful! The walk to the beach is very short. Met neighbors that had kids for my kids to play with at the beach. My private balcony off the master bedroom made the week long vacation an incredible time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane K.

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

Awesome place!

This was absolutely perfect for our family of 8, including 2 sets of twins. They had the bunk room, with the trundle bed. Worked out perfectly, and had everything needed for cooking our meals. The best feature was being on a cul-de-sac 4 houses from the pier. 3 minute walk put us on a beautiful, soft sandy private beach. We all had so much fun! My husband is a stay at home Dad, and said this was the most relaxing vacation we have ever taken. Even beach towels were stocked! The private deck on the master suite made for beautiful evenings for the two of us. Thank you for sharing your beach home. We had an awesome vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022