Bayfront dog-friendly home w/ water views and dock access
3.6
Good(85 Reviews)Cottage in Hitchcock, TX
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this cottage rental
Seaside Cottage
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Pack your bags, get everyone ready, and don't forget Fido for an amazing vacation at this bayfront dog-friendly home. Come unwind with the whole family while you revel in the water views and enjoy having the beach as your playground when you book your seaside stay!
This vacation rental is located toward the western side of Galveston Island, near Jamaica Beach. Set just a short walk from the golden Texas Gulf Coast shore, this home gives you the chance to hit the waves with ease.
Bright and spacious, the main living area beckons you to come sink into the soft blue couches after a long day on the beach. Check out what's on cable or make some small bites to enjoy later on when you watch your favorite DVD on the flatscreen TV.
Step out onto the deck to read a book in the peace of the ocean breeze, or listen to some tunes over the WiFi while you unwind. Use the gas grill to cook up your fresh catch, or head back into the comfort of the central A/C to do some cooking in the kitchen.
Featuring a full-size refrigerator, microwave, and a breakfast bar to serve on, keeping everyone fueled up and ready for the next outing will be a piece of cake. Get everyone together around the classic dining room table, or spread out on the deck and at the breakfast bar.
When it's time to turn in, this two-bedroom, one-bathroom home will sleep up to eight guests and two small pups with ease. Please note a 25-pound weight limit for dogs and a nightly pet fee. In the master bedroom, there is a soft queen-size bed and plenty of storage for all of your belongings. With two more twin-size beds in the second room, as well as a twin-size bunk bed, you'll be able to spread out in privacy. If you need more sleeping space there are two futons available.
Wake up early to launch off the dock to explore the beautiful waters of Ostermayer Bayou. Take a few pictures of the local marine life while you paddle through the deep blue waters. Book a tee time at one of the nearby golf courses to drive the fairways and unwind in the warm Texas sun.
Spend a day wandering through the colored pyramids of Galveston's Moody Gardens. Watch the sharks swim overhead as you walk through the glass tunnel. Head into the Rainforest Pyramid to see the monkeys, then jump on Colonel Paddlewheel Boat for a ride through waters.
With fun around every corner and relaxation blowing in on the ocean breeze, this Texas home puts the best of everything at your fingertips.
*Snowbirds welcome! Please contact Vacasa for information on discounted rates.
*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 friendly reminder rather than risking a noise complaint from a neighbor. 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!*
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Dock details: To launch your boat: turn right at Bob Smith Rd, then take another right at Jolly Roger Rd. Turn left at Basin, and the boat ramp will be on your left.
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 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
Pack your bags, get everyone ready, and don't forget Fido for an amazing vacation at this bayfront dog-friendly home. Come unwind with the whole family while you revel in the water views and enjoy having the beach as your playground when you book your seaside stay!
This vacation rental is located toward the western side of Galveston Island, near Jamaica Beach. Set just a short walk from the golden Texas Gulf Coast shore, this home gives you the chance to hit the waves with ease.
Bright and spacious, the main living area beckons you to come sink into the soft blue couches after a long day on the beach. Check out what's on cable or make some small bites to enjoy later on when you watch your favorite DVD on the flatscreen TV.
Step out onto the deck to read a book in the peace of the ocean breeze, or listen to some tunes over the WiFi while you unwind. Use the gas grill to cook up your fresh catch, or head back into the comfort of the central A/C to do some cooking in the kitchen.
Featuring a full-size refrigerator, microwave, and a breakfast bar to serve on, keeping everyone fueled up and ready for the next outing will be a piece of cake. Get everyone together around the classic dining room table, or spread out on the deck and at the breakfast bar.
When it's time to turn in, this two-bedroom, one-bathroom home will sleep up to eight guests and two small pups with ease. Please note a 25-pound weight limit for dogs and a nightly pet fee. In the master bedroom, there is a soft queen-size bed and plenty of storage for all of your belongings. With two more twin-size beds in the second room, as well as a twin-size bunk bed, you'll be able to spread out in privacy. If you need more sleeping space there are two futons available.
Wake up early to launch off the dock to explore the beautiful waters of Ostermayer Bayou. Take a few pictures of the local marine life while you paddle through the deep blue waters. Book a tee time at one of the nearby golf courses to drive the fairways and unwind in the warm Texas sun.
Spend a day wandering through the colored pyramids of Galveston's Moody Gardens. Watch the sharks swim overhead as you walk through the glass tunnel. Head into the Rainforest Pyramid to see the monkeys, then jump on Colonel Paddlewheel Boat for a ride through waters.
With fun around every corner and relaxation blowing in on the ocean breeze, this Texas home puts the best of everything at your fingertips.
*Snowbirds welcome! Please contact Vacasa for information on discounted rates.
*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 friendly reminder rather than risking a noise complaint from a neighbor. 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!*
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Dock details: To launch your boat: turn right at Bob Smith Rd, then take another right at Jolly Roger Rd. Turn left at Basin, and the boat ramp will be on your left.
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 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Hitchcock, TX
Reviews
3.6
Good(85 Reviews)3.6
Cleanliness could have been alot better. Nasty pillows and pillow covers, Dirty dishes in the cabinet, sheets and blankets were dirty.
Vacad Customer service does not understand a simple question. The get away from home for awhile was nice, but wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. No seating on the deck.
3.6
Only 125 feet from the beach. Clean, newly renovated. All the necessities you need. Very happy with this place, neighbors were nice. Close to stores and downtown but off the beaten path. Would recommend to anyone!
3.6
I loved everything...except no clean comforters.
3.6
Very inviting and clean. Downstairs needs work and trash can pick up. It was full and smelly when we arrived.
3.6
Loved that it was so close to the beach. Cute little house.
3.6
Arrived on Sunday, A/C was off, house was 88 degrees. Advised owner that it was off and there was other damages around the property. She offered refund for the night or we could move to a bay side property. I chose this house despite the reviews because of location. A/C repair was to come next day to fix the a/c. I accepted refund for the night that we would stick it out because we loved the location. View was terrible but only short walk to the beach. Next day a/c guy came late in the day and determined it would need replaced it was beyond repair. So owner then offered another beach side house so we had to pack up and move. Still havent received the refund we were promised. House is terribly outdated, mini blinds in every room were either broken or didnt fit windows. Large window in shower so hope you're not shy because neighbors will see it all. The 3rd bedroom does not have a 3rd bed, no futon, only bunk beds. House definitely left some to be desired. Owner was good to communicate up until we left then stopped responding and never got refunded for first miserable night. House needs a lot of TLC, has some potential if owners cared to invest any efforts into it. I certainly wont make the mistake of booking this house again. Save yourself the trouble!
3.6
Location of the beach is the best
3.6
The home we rented originally was absolutely awful! The photos on the website did not represent the home properly…
Bugs were all over the house, water was leaking out from everything to include the smoke detector ,one of the windows was in the floor, where they were trying to get the smell out, there was bird poop on the floor, and the bathroom had a sewage smell. Also, none of the televisions worked properly
The next morning after being in contact with a rep. We were moved to a different house and it was awesome. It was clean and well maintained. We were all very comfortable there. We thank the rep. For jumping in and fixing the issue and helping get a beautiful place for our grandchildren to stay.
3.6
Couldn't get wifi to connect the tub was backing up with dirty water not clean when I got there
3.6
Spent time with friends.
3.6
This house was nicely located just steps from the beach. I loved that. The ocean view was limited to one corner of the porch. That corner was lovely to sit and watch the waves. Unfortunately, the house is in desperate need of maintenance. Every window blind in the house was broken. There was paint peeling and several other problems.
3.6
Very walkable distance from door to water. If location is all you care about then this place is great. House definitely needs some TLC in maintenance and cleanliness. Needs a good deep cleaning scrub inside and out. Keypad door lock stuck so badly it was unusable. Had to call management company to locate a physical key to bypass keypad lock. Previous reviews reported needed repairs as being resolved. But they were still unrepaired during our stay. It wasnt horrible but I wouldn’t stay here again.
3.6
When i arrived the door code woukd not work. I called vacasa and was not given anybinfo as only my spouses name was on the reservation. Aftet he called from a differebt location he was given a code for keys in a lock box. They worked for the house. The refrigerator was not on when I arrived and it was hot. After I reset the plug it came on. However I had to go buy ice to put in so my groceries would not ruin. There were dead roaches (about 10) scattered all over the house. Also the bathroom was dirty....fust and dead bugs in the tub and sink. Having to clean up immediately was not the best start. The house overall is just older and had some dsgging cabinets, scuffs on walls, a couple of holes in walls. The put door furniture was sun weathered and 1 chair broke when I sat in it damaging my pride. This property just needs some upkeep amd some updating. All the linens were clean and smelled nice.
3.6
We absolutely loved the location of this cottage. We were just steps from a private beach. We were in a quiet private community with a great little grocery store, coffee house and several restaurants within 5 miles.
This cottage does have some window blinds that need to be fixed and the refrigerator was acting a little strange. Other than those 2 issues, I would definitely say this was the perfect place for our family. We would love to rent it again.
3.6
We dealth with ants, roaches and sewer smell the whole time we was there. The house was not clean there was dirty used q tips on the bathroom floor, hair on the shower tile NOT from us roaches ants in beds all over the counter. You could not leave nothing sitting you could not put your bags on the floor because you didn't know what was going to crawl in it. The bedding smelt like sour throw up. This house needs lots of TLC and for what they charge its very disappointing. The pictures and description is very misleading leading. The view is the only good thing. We could not use anything in the cabinets there was dead roaches on dishes on shelf the fridge is broken and nasty. The manager did reach out but haven't heard anything since. The owner of this house should be ashamed in renting this out. No privacy in the bedrooms blinds are broke. Never again will I rent this house.
3.6
Great place to stay and we would stay again.
3.6
The place was great, parking was easy, and the beach was a baseball throw away at all times. I brought my family here for the weekend and I am already planning a second trip.
3.6
Overall experience was ok. A couple minor things and the manager was prompt on getting it handled. Not the best house I have rented but the roof don't leak and we had a good time. Biggest complaint is the beds are like sleeping on a concrete floor.
3.6
The house was ok. Need some minor mantance fixes. Cleaning crew needs to do better.
Overall experience was ok. A couple minor things and the manager was prompt on getting it handled. Not the best house I have rented but the roof don't leak and we had a good time. Biggest complaint is the beds are like sleeping on a concrete floor.
3.6
3 homes away from beach ocean view was nice and living area was clean; however, this property was very dated. It was more like staying at a camp than a beach house. Downstairs laundry area was too dirty to do laundry. Did not stay the last night. Understand the low nightly rate now.
3.6
The added costs that are associated with Verbo are totally out of line. The price of the rental was less than half of the total cost. Will not use Verbo in future.
3.6
Not what I expected
3 homes away from beach ocean view was nice and living area was clean; however, this property was very dated. It was more like staying at a camp than a beach house. Downstairs laundry area was too dirty to do laundry. Did not stay the last night. Understand the low nightly rate now.
3.6
Nice location.. Facility needs work, not patching
The added costs that are associated with Verbo are totally out of line. The price of the rental was less than half of the total cost. Will not use Verbo in future.
3.6
The initial outdoor appearance was OK but clearly weathered and in need of TLC.
However, the indoor was clean, tidy and well furnished. All the beds were comfortable and everyone would be OK to return in the future.
3.6
February 2022
The initial outdoor appearance was OK but clearly weathered and in need of TLC.
However, the indoor was clean, tidy and well furnished. All the beds were comfortable and everyone would be OK to return in the future.
However, the indoor was clean, tidy and well furnished. All the beds were comfortable and everyone would be OK to return in the future.
3.6
I definitely would like to rent it again.
3.6
This was a great property for birding nearby Galveston State Park, La Fette’s Cove, 8 Mile, San Luis bridge, and Campeche Cove. The beach near the house was clean and uncrowded. Neighbors were quiet and friendly.
3.6
Great distance to the beach.
I definitely would like to rent it again.
3.6
Birding at the beach
This was a great property for birding nearby Galveston State Park, La Fette’s Cove, 8 Mile, San Luis bridge, and Campeche Cove. The beach near the house was clean and uncrowded. Neighbors were quiet and friendly.
3.6
This is real close to the beach and is fine for 5 or 6 people.
3.6
Beach cottage
This is real close to the beach and is fine for 5 or 6 people.
3.6
We brought everything we needed so it was just time to relax.
3.6
Nice little beach cottage
We brought everything we needed so it was just time to relax.
3.6
Great beach property rental. Short walk to the beach (3 houses away). Completely furnished with cozy beach styles. Mini blinds
broken (were not broken when I first rented it - 4th time renting same house due to easy access to the beach), but when all up, there's a clear view of all the beach and beach houses.
3.6
Seaside Satisfaction!
Great beach property rental. Short walk to the beach (3 houses away). Completely furnished with cozy beach styles. Mini blinds
broken (were not broken when I first rented it - 4th time renting same house due to easy access to the beach), but when all up, there's a clear view of all the beach and beach houses.
3.6
Everything was clean and tidy with the exception of the oven (got very smoky while baking cookies) and the bed covers (smelled like somebody else's sweat). Also, upon arriving, I still had not received Door/WiFi Codes on my phone (never received WiFi code) like I had on previous visits (Sent to work
email and I was on vacation the day of traveling. Codes/Info need to be sent a day before stay begins for planning). Everything else was good.
3.6
Needs a little attention
Everything was clean and tidy with the exception of the oven (got very smoky while baking cookies) and the bed covers (smelled like somebody else's sweat). Also, upon arriving, I still had not received Door/WiFi Codes on my phone (never received WiFi code) like I had on previous visits (Sent to work
email and I was on vacation the day of traveling. Codes/Info need to be sent a day before stay begins for planning). Everything else was good.
3.6
The house is old and not in top condition but the location was everything we hoped for. It’s just a short walk one minute to the beach and has good ocean views from the patio. The house was clean but fixtures, windows and blinds are rough.
3.6
Good house great location
The house is old and not in top condition but the location was everything we hoped for. It’s just a short walk one minute to the beach and has good ocean views from the patio. The house was clean but fixtures, windows and blinds are rough.
3.6
You cannot beat this private community on West end of Galveston. I gave a five star review because of the convenience and cleanliness of the beach. The home however is in need of a few repairs. Blinds are broken and need to be replaced. AC needs to be serviced. If you are staying more than a few days, pack accordingly, there is no usable washer/dryer on property. Also community restrictions are enforced which is a good thing. If a few repairs would be made, I would consider this property again. Everyone in our party had a good time.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Hitchcock?
The average price for a rental in Hitchcock is $488 per night. This rental is $26 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Bayfront dog-friendly home w/ water views and dock access. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Bayfront dog-friendly home w/ water views and dock access. Enjoy the water!
Is Bayfront dog-friendly home w/ water views and dock access pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Bayfront dog-friendly home w/ water views and dock access?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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