The Turquoise Turtle - close to everything Galveston has to offer and a private swimming pool.  If you are looking for a classic Galveston Vacation home located on the main Boulevard - close to the beach, close to shopping, restaurants, terrific walk score of 88, get a golf cart through concierge services, and never get back in the car - this is the home for you.  This is a four-bedroom, 2.5 bath home that will accommodate up 12 guests.  Street and alley parking is available up to a maximum of four vehicles.  Please note this home has a very large backyard and a private swimming pool for guest use.  Guests must use a top lock on doors to the backyard to prevent unattended children from using the pool.  This home has exterior cameras for the safety of all guests.  Large Dog welcome with the fee paid at the time of booking.  This home is a large home with a central hall from the front door.  The home has been updated recently while leaving all of the charms of a classic Galveston home.  Hardwood floors throughout the property, formal living and dining room, and a very large updated kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters.  Guests may enjoy meals prepared in this fully outfitted kitchen and enjoy dining at the round dining room table with seating for 8, or the secondary dining table for 4 guests.  Plenty of seating for everyone.  The large living area features a sleeper sofa, extra-large wall-mounted Smart TV where guests may watch cable TV or log in to their own Netflix or Hulu Accounts.  There is a 1/2 bath at ground level for the convenience of the guest. Sleeping arrangements are as follows.  The primary bedroom is at the top of the stairs with a small portable stair that leads into the primary bedroom (king size bed).  The primary bedroom has an en-suite bath with a step-in shower.  The primary also has a television and a ceiling fan.  Guests will pull the pocket doors that connect with the two queen beds.  This large connected room was once the room of the Galveston Quintuplets!  The third bedroom also features a queen bed and connects to the upper outdoor deck.  The 4th bedroom has a queen bed and access to the hall bath with a tub/shower combination. This home has 3 televisions, free WIFI, iron, and ironing board (if you must!), kitchen has a dishwasher, icemaker, stove, microwave and anything else including all the dishes, pots, pans, food preparation tools necessary to prepare poolside snacks or full meals! IN TOWN Staying in town or near one of Galveston's Historic Districts has its own set of perks and is very different from the West End or near East Beach. Many in town homes are walking distance to the seawall, the beach, restaurants, shopping, the Historic Strand & Postoffice district, the Pleasure Pier, museums, the Galveston-Bolivar Ferry, plenty of other attractions, things to do, grocery stores, Texas A&M University, Shriner’s Hospital, Ronald McDonald House and UTMB (University of Texas Medical Branch), one of the largest, most technologically sophisticated emergency care facilities in the world, a level 1 trauma and burn center. GULF COAST CONCIERGE Ryson partners exclusively with Gulf Coast Concierge to make your time on the island unforgettable! Gulf Coast Concierge understands it's the little things that count. Create your own adventures with beach gear and golf cart rentals, a sunset cruise or a bonfire and smores on the beach. Gulf Coast Concierge also offers fishing charters, photo sessions, and a variety of in-home services. If you can dream it, we will do our best to make it happen! NOTES All Ryson properties are non-smoking. This home is pet-friendly. Large dogs allowed. All pets must be registered, and pet fee ($100/pet) must be paid upfront. Outside the home, dogs must be leashed at all times, and owners are responsible for picking up after dogs. Please review Ryson’s 'Tips for Traveling with Pets' for additional information. It is recommended to review Ryson's Packing List when planning your vacation. If there are any questions, please contact us. This vacation home should accommodate up to 2 vehicles to be parked at the property. Carpooling is highly recommended. Vehicles should be parked in the driveway or designated parking space. At no time should any vehicle be parked on lawns, yards or dune. Many HOAs do not allow parking for trailers, RVs, boats, etc. Please contact Ryson with any questions. Even if listed as a provided amenities, Ryson is unable to guarantee specific cable package, network or channels or cable and internet signal quality and cable may not be available on all TVs. All reservations require a completed Ryson Rental Agreement, and the agreement holder must be at least 25 years of age to rent this property and provide a valid ID at check-in. Check-in time is 4 pm and check-out time is at 10 am. EXTENDED STAYS Monthly rentals are considered in the off-season - Winter Texans, snowbirds, retirees, corporate stays, medical professionals, university students and plant workers are welcome. Extended stays or monthly rentals require a stay of 30+ nights, and these reservations are tax exempt. This is an immediate savings of 15%! Although most extended stay reservations are between the middle of November through February, extended stays may be considered anytime between Labor Day and Memorial Day. Extended stay reservations may not be placed online, but a Ryson Vacation Planner would love to answer any questions you may have and help you reserve your extended stay. RYSON VACATION RENTALS Ryson, established in 2006, is the largest local vacation rental provider on Galveston Island, offering close to 300 vacation rentals, including Ryson's Luxury Collection, in-house maintenance, housekeeping, inspection, laundry and property management. Ryson’s team of Vacation Planners are Certified Tourism Ambassadors and more than happy to work with guests interested in renting multiple homes, as they offer expansive local knowledge and know Ryson's vacation homes. GVR # 05930