New Beachfront House w/ Stunning Ocean Views! Best Galveston Location! Must See!
4.8
Outstanding(89 Reviews)House in Texas City, TX
18 guests · 6 bedrooms · 6 baths
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Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental
Sandcastle is located next to Stewart beach (best family Beach and location in Galveston!)in a small, quiet, gated community with Approx 4,000 sq. ft. of open floor plan. Ocean View in practically every room!!! This large gorgeous, yet quaint home features beautifully, modern and open space throughout with cozy furnishings and plenty of glorious natural light with tastefully decorated interior throughout to accommodate up to 18 people comfortably. Additionally, the spacious Patios front and back for both sun lovers and those who prefer the shade, with breathtaking views of the Ocean and the Beach is only a stone's throw away....
There's no need to fight over the bedroom with the Ocean View! This house has 6 Bedrooms & 5.5 Bathrooms, 3 of which has Ocean Views & Full Bathrooms attached. Essentially 3 King Master Bedrooms with Ocean Views...
Bedroom #1 on 1st floor: Master Suite w/ Ocean View
Bedroom #2 on 1st floor: Queen Bed with Private Full Bathroom Attached
Bedroom #3 on 2nd floor: King Bed w/ Ocean View & Full Bathroom attached
Bedroom #4 on 2nd floor: King Bed w/ Ocean View & Full Bathroom attached
Bedroom #5 on 2nd floor: Mermaid Bunkrm w/ 4Beds (2Fulls & 2Twins) w/ Full Bath
Bedroom #6 on 2nd floor: Blue Blessed Bunkrm w/3Beds (1Fulls, 2Twins ) w/Full Bath
1st Floor (adult space) Family Room, Dining Table, Kitchen & 2 Bedrooms (Master Bedroom Suite w/ Ocean View and King Bed & another guest room on the first floor with queen bed and private bath, perfect for the in-laws.
This 1st Floor is a terrific size with open layout for a family or group of close friends escaping to the Beach together. The Family Room has an Xlarge sectional, conversational seats throughout, large round table with 6 chairs and 6 barstools for the kitchen island. Plenty of seating for everyone! Full kitchen, equipped with all the necessary appliances, pots & pans, dishes and coffee & creamer with every stay.
2nd Floor Upstairs (kids space) Gameroom, Master Bedrooms 3 & 4 with King Beds & Ocean Views, Bunkrooms 5 & 6: This upstairs space with an awesome gameroom that is setup perfectly for the kids and family to have a little friendly competition game of Pool or Ping Pong...Good family bonding time! With additional large sectional seating, 2 tall tables & 4 matching stools in the gameroom for those who would like to observe and be near family. With plenty of seats, everyone will enjoy their time together!
3 Floor Observation Room: Great space to relax and getaway to read a book or your favorite magazine, play some board games with the kids, or snuggle up in a blanket. Great view of the Gulf of Mexico from high above.
Patios: With 2 Balconies with unobstructed ocean views of the Gulf of Mexico and the soothing sound of waves crashing against the shore set the scene for this tranquil oceanside getaway. Plenty of seating to enjoy the view! With a large round table and 6 chairs for outdoor dining, loveseat and 2 patio chairs, and a sectional for you to sit and enjoy the sun, and also an unobstructed view of Pleasure Pier.
Lots of Beach Toys including boogie boards, floaters, beach chairs & umbrellas, ice chests and a wagon are provided for you to use with care and at your own risk. Also, six bikes (various sizes) are available for $150/ weekend, 4 days or more $200. A community crossover bridge to the beach is a short walk away...
You certainly won't have to venture far from the House to experience all that Galveston has to offer! Thanks to this fabulous location mere steps away from the ocean, it's likely that you'll want to spend the majority of your trip lounging on Galveston's warm sandy beaches or swimming in the Gulf of Mexico. This property is by far the best location for visiting Galveston, in a small, quiet, gated community (gatecode required) which is located on the Gulf of Mexico side of the island, right next to Stewart Beach(best family beach in Galveston with volleyball courts and volleyball tournaments, sandcastle competition blocks away, concerts, and food truck events, helicopter tour pad, etc. all throughout the summer. Only 1.5 miles from Downtown Galveston (the Strand) and Historic Sites, 2 miles from Pleasure Pier (which you can see from the Patio) and next to the Seawall. The Galveston Seawall is a wonderful place to walk, bike, shop or simply relax while admiring the beachfront scenery, and it ends right next to the house. If you don’t know Galveston, this house is centrally located and is the best Galveston has to offer. You won’t be disappointed!
There's no need to fight over the bedroom with the Ocean View! This house has 6 Bedrooms & 5.5 Bathrooms, 3 of which has Ocean Views & Full Bathrooms attached. Essentially 3 King Master Bedrooms with Ocean Views...
Bedroom #1 on 1st floor: Master Suite w/ Ocean View
Bedroom #2 on 1st floor: Queen Bed with Private Full Bathroom Attached
Bedroom #3 on 2nd floor: King Bed w/ Ocean View & Full Bathroom attached
Bedroom #4 on 2nd floor: King Bed w/ Ocean View & Full Bathroom attached
Bedroom #5 on 2nd floor: Mermaid Bunkrm w/ 4Beds (2Fulls & 2Twins) w/ Full Bath
Bedroom #6 on 2nd floor: Blue Blessed Bunkrm w/3Beds (1Fulls, 2Twins ) w/Full Bath
1st Floor (adult space) Family Room, Dining Table, Kitchen & 2 Bedrooms (Master Bedroom Suite w/ Ocean View and King Bed & another guest room on the first floor with queen bed and private bath, perfect for the in-laws.
This 1st Floor is a terrific size with open layout for a family or group of close friends escaping to the Beach together. The Family Room has an Xlarge sectional, conversational seats throughout, large round table with 6 chairs and 6 barstools for the kitchen island. Plenty of seating for everyone! Full kitchen, equipped with all the necessary appliances, pots & pans, dishes and coffee & creamer with every stay.
2nd Floor Upstairs (kids space) Gameroom, Master Bedrooms 3 & 4 with King Beds & Ocean Views, Bunkrooms 5 & 6: This upstairs space with an awesome gameroom that is setup perfectly for the kids and family to have a little friendly competition game of Pool or Ping Pong...Good family bonding time! With additional large sectional seating, 2 tall tables & 4 matching stools in the gameroom for those who would like to observe and be near family. With plenty of seats, everyone will enjoy their time together!
3 Floor Observation Room: Great space to relax and getaway to read a book or your favorite magazine, play some board games with the kids, or snuggle up in a blanket. Great view of the Gulf of Mexico from high above.
Patios: With 2 Balconies with unobstructed ocean views of the Gulf of Mexico and the soothing sound of waves crashing against the shore set the scene for this tranquil oceanside getaway. Plenty of seating to enjoy the view! With a large round table and 6 chairs for outdoor dining, loveseat and 2 patio chairs, and a sectional for you to sit and enjoy the sun, and also an unobstructed view of Pleasure Pier.
Lots of Beach Toys including boogie boards, floaters, beach chairs & umbrellas, ice chests and a wagon are provided for you to use with care and at your own risk. Also, six bikes (various sizes) are available for $150/ weekend, 4 days or more $200. A community crossover bridge to the beach is a short walk away...
You certainly won't have to venture far from the House to experience all that Galveston has to offer! Thanks to this fabulous location mere steps away from the ocean, it's likely that you'll want to spend the majority of your trip lounging on Galveston's warm sandy beaches or swimming in the Gulf of Mexico. This property is by far the best location for visiting Galveston, in a small, quiet, gated community (gatecode required) which is located on the Gulf of Mexico side of the island, right next to Stewart Beach(best family beach in Galveston with volleyball courts and volleyball tournaments, sandcastle competition blocks away, concerts, and food truck events, helicopter tour pad, etc. all throughout the summer. Only 1.5 miles from Downtown Galveston (the Strand) and Historic Sites, 2 miles from Pleasure Pier (which you can see from the Patio) and next to the Seawall. The Galveston Seawall is a wonderful place to walk, bike, shop or simply relax while admiring the beachfront scenery, and it ends right next to the house. If you don’t know Galveston, this house is centrally located and is the best Galveston has to offer. You won’t be disappointed!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Texas City, TX
Reviews
4.8
Outstanding(89 Reviews)4.8
The property itself was large and beautiful. The grill area which, our guests commented looked "slummy and trashy with dirty cushions piled on top of each other". Since the grill and beach chairs were included in the add, it was very disappointing. The grill was rusted and filthy and not fit to barbecue on. The chairs that we expected to be able to take to the beach (as advertised), were rusted out and unususable. This was extremely disappointing since we paid almost 10,000 with taxes and fees for 3 nights! We wound up asking a guest from Montgomery to bring chairs and purchase the rest. There were 13 of us. A big part of renting a beach house is to be able to enjoy the beach. We wound up with 6 chairs for our whole group.
Since the house is large, beautiful and able to sleep 12 comfortably, we would like to visit again when the elevator is installed (2 of us are handicapped), and a new and clean grill is available in a clean and attractive lower patio. It would be nice to sit in a comfortable area while food is grilled.
Otherwise, we ha e to lug barbecued food up 3 flights of stairs.
In addition to resort appropriate beach chairs
4.8
Wonderful house for large groups. Multi-generational family trip was made blissfully easy with this house. Well designed & stocked. Home owners were great to work with. Would definitely return.
4.8
We had a wonderful time in this beautiful and large home. We had everything we needed to cook, play, and just have fun!
4.8
Plenty of room for all our group!
4.8
Overall our stay was great. A lot of things were damaged or broken ,but the house was beautiful and well designed for large families.The view was amazing. We noticed mouse droppings on the first morning under the stove and contacted the host. Their response was quick and they sent a cleaner out. There were no more issues and we assumed the previous night storm had brought in a mouse. I would recommend this property.
4.8
This is a great house for a multi generational family or a group of friends! Lots of seating inside and out. Plenty of space to spread out. Convenient to the East end of Galveston. Views are spectacular!!! Will definitely stay here again!
4.8
This was our favorite Galveston beach rental. Very nice house with a good setup for multiple families. Our teenagers loved the upstairs loft area with TV and a ping pong table. Adults all loved the comfy downstairs TV area with large windows looking out onto the beach. It’s in a quiet neighborhood. To get to the beach you walk about 5 minutes down the sidewalk to a wooden bridge with a code and then you’re at the beach. I liked that it felt very private and secure. It was nice to have some spices and condiments and extras like beach towels and beach toys. Definitely a winner of a house!
4.8
My husband and I had a large group of teenagers for a birthday weekend at the house. Lots of room to spread out in the house and the upstairs space was perfect for the kids hangout. The pool table got lots of use. I cooked 8 meals for 15 in the kitchen and had everything I needed including things like spices, tinfoil and plastic wrap. The location of the house is great. The kids all enjoyed the nearby pier while the adults had dinner at the porch cafe. Beach access is two houses down. There’s a green space out front of the house perfect for throwing the football around. Plenty of bath towels and even beach towels provided! We used the laundry room - detergent is also provided. The owner is very responsive. A great property perfect for a large group. I’d happily rent it again.
4.8
One of our best rental experiences. Property met/exceeded the listing and associated pictures. Fully equipped from kitchen to bathroom suites to beach fun! Configuration was perfect for our 4 couples and two infants. Had some basic baby needs (pack n’ plays, bassinet, high chair). Beach access is an easy 10 minute walk from the house via private boardwalk. Wagon allows you to haul beach toys/games. Kroger is ~10 mins away to stock up. Owners were very nice/responsive on a couple simple questions we had. Definitely will stay here again.
4.8
We will definitely stay at this home again! Jamie couldn't be a better host and we loved the location.
4.8
It was a nice and clean place
4.8
My family stayed in this beautiful home and it had everything they needed, as well as a responsive and kind host! Great view, as well, and well stocked. Thank you!
4.8
This property exceeded our every expectation! The living area is roomy, the view of the Gulf from the decks is spectacular, the beds are comfortable, and there are plenty of high quality linens and towels. This Christmas vacation was my family's 10th, our first to Galveston. The beach provided constant entertainment, even in the winter! The kitchen was well equipped (the best I have experienced) with plenty of dishes, glasses and cookware/utensils. I can't think of anything in the kitchen that was lacking or needed to be added. We used the bicycles and some sand buckets that were in garage but there were many more beach toys available. The entry stairs has one low spot that is well marked and not a problem, just be aware. On the day of our arrival, Galveston experienced a rare low-temperature freeze. As a result, we stayed inside and played lots of games the first couple of days. We also cooked and ate most meals at the house! This house accomodated our large family perfectly inside and out!
4.8
Longtime friends with families converged from three different states to enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. At $1,587 a night this premium property came with a steep price (the highest of all considered) and we hoped it would be worth the money for this special gathering. The house indeed afforded a lovely spot on the beach! We were grateful for the beach cart to haul stuff back and forth for the short walk (about 100 yards). The owners were very kind and quick to respond to questions and needs. The house had a great spacious layout for a multi-family group like us - appreciated the large kitchen and living room, second floor with bunk rooms and pool/ping-pong table, large front decks, garage for parking rental cars. The double ovens were essential. As a coffee grinder was an item we desired, a new one was provided. Despite its youthful age and premium price, this house needs some TLC/investment:
Upon arrival the clothes dryer and refrigerator ice maker were both inoperable. We helped the appliance serviceman carry the dryer in pieces down two flights of stairs. The owner offered us free laundry if we drove to a nearby laundromat; the dryer was returned in operating condition on day three of five. The ice maker remained inoperable and went twice to a local store to buy ice.
Blinds did not operate correctly in at least two bedrooms, stuck in one position (less gulf view; less privacy)
The bed frame on the second floor king bed was not properly assembled (parts on the floor under the bed); squeaked with every movement
Pool table pockets falling apart, outdoor fireplace didn't work (nor indoor; it was unseasonably cold in Texas), wobbly legs on dining room chair, rusty beach chairs (most all of the "included" beach gear was in poor condition)
Kitchen could use some additional tools - i.e. only one small whisk, not enough mixing bowls
Fitted sheets with worn elastic; top floor window cracked
Most importantly, this house could use disclosure that there is active construction occurring next door (about 12 feet away) on one side and one house away on the other. Thus, we were greeted with the sights and sounds of hammering, sawing and smoking; workers were actively framing the house next door with view down to the balcony areas of the rental house; watch out for nails on street and sidewalk. The neighborhood is largely undeveloped; construction will be present for some time; this is an important item for potential renters.
4.8
We rent a large house in Galveston yearly and I have to stay we felt the layout of the house was one of the best ever. The number of king bedrooms (and one queen) was perfect for multiple families. 2 bunkrooms for the kids allowed us to have a room for boys and girls! Everything we needed was in the house.
Location was amazing! So close to the strand and everything downtown made a quick trip for ice cream completely do able! And you can't beat beach front. The views and beach access were incredible.
The only downside was lots of construction in the neighborhood. (not at all the fault of the homeowner. it just was what it was but it was very loud because there is a new house going in right next door).
The communication was excellent and the homeowners both responded to and took care of our needs immediately.
Highly recommend!
4.8
Beautiful Home great location ! Offers lots of beach items, golf cart rental offering is a great option and a must for beach use with a large group. Nice Hosts !
4.8
Beautiful home that is perfect for multiple families. The room and bathroom layout was ideal for each family. The house was clean and the owners were helpful and communicated well.
4.8
Amazing beautiful home with stunning views!
Our family of 16 from 3 - 70 loved this house. Very spacious, accommodates all ages. Beach views are stunning. Decor and attention to detail were amazing. The golf cart was excellent for getting to the beach with kids, tents & toys! We will definitely rent again.
4.8
Beautiful home
Beautiful home with a perfect beach location.
4.8
Met expectations-mostly
Mattresses need replacing in master suite.
The golf cart parking brake does not hold on an incline.
Unfortunately this property is on a public beach so we had to get to the beach very early to set up our canopies and chairs. This does not guarantee any privacy and we experienced other people cramming in next to us. With everybody playing different loud music, coupled with the frequent helicopter noise you could barely hear the waves.
4.8
Family Fun in the Sand !
This house is Great beach house ! The views from front and back were great, watching the sun come up in the morning and set in the evening all from the enjoyment of the den ! The golf was the best part for loading up and going to the beach or just driving down the street for ice cream runs ! We have stayed at other houses here on the beach and this is the very best ! We will differently come back . Don B.
4.8
Great Oceanfront Property
Perfect accommodations for a family with many adults and young children. Short walk across a boardwalk to the beach.
4.8
Great place for family stay. Met all our needs and was close to many venues we visited.
Layout of home was good for our family.
Beach resources and golf cart was more than enough. Great views and much to do. Home owner Jamie very kind to work with. Just a few things that was not a problem. I gave a 5 out of 5. Our family loved the stay and home. Thank you Jamie for sharing your rental on Vurbo.
4.8
Everything was wonderful from checking in to check out my family enjoy there stay
We will definitely rent this property again thank you Jamie we appreciate everything
4.8
Awesome Home
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful VRBO. It was clean, comfortable and spacious. We had 6 adults and 8 children ranging in age from 11 to 19 and had plenty of room. The beach themed decor was very tasteful adding a homey feel. The many TVs were great with lots of channels (YouTube), the WiFi was very high speed, and the lighting throughout the house was very good! The kitchen was well equipped and spacious with room for multiple cooks. We appreciated having beach equipment available and highly recommend renting the golf cart for going to the beach. The homeowners were quick to respond to questions and solve problems. I could continue to mention other attributes, but then this review would be waaaay too long. We would love to return again for a great beach vacation!
4.8
Sand Castle was a wonderful property !
Plenty of space, games for the kids and youth, big living room, lots of beach toys, a golf cart to rent, and beautiful views.
4.8
Wedding Celebration
Sand Castle was a wonderful property !
Plenty of space, games for the kids and youth, big living room, lots of beach toys, a golf cart to rent, and beautiful views.
4.8
Perfect 50th Anniversary family reunion location
My husband and I, along with our children & grandchildren stayed in this lovely beach home for a week. It is a beautiful home and has everything you would ever need. The grandchildren adored the bunk rooms and we all enjoyed the game room. There was plenty of room for all 15 of us and the home is decorated beautifully, plenty of pillows, sheets, blankets, very comfortable beds, towels, beach towels, and exceptionally well stocked kitchen.
The beach views are beautiful and it is located on a long, long stretch of beautiful beach. It is just a few minutes from the strand district and Seawall Dr, so very convenient.
The hosts responded very quickly if we had questions!
We hope to come back to same house next year!
4.8
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. Owners were great to communicate with. Accommodations were very clean and beautifully decorated. The home has all the amenities a traveler could want or need. The location is secure, quiet, and peaceful. Neighbors were very friendly. I would definitely stay here again.
4.8
Beautiful property with friendly owners!
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. Owners were great to communicate with. Accommodations were very clean and beautifully decorated. The home has all the amenities a traveler could want or need. The location is secure, quiet, and peaceful. Neighbors were very friendly. I would definitely stay here again.
4.8
Nice Home with great proximity to beach and Downtown.
4.8
Perfect Location
Nice Home with great proximity to beach and Downtown.
4.8
Nice house and great location. We will be back.
4.8
Spring Break
Nice house and great location. We will be back.
4.8
We had a fabulous time! Beautiful house , great location ! Very clean, spacious and inviting !
4.8
Great spot
We had a fabulous time! Beautiful house , great location ! Very clean, spacious and inviting !
4.8
Best property and location in Galveston! Great for adults or families (and hardy elders, given the amount of stairs). The owners were also very responsive and take good care with their clients.
4.8
Absolutely beautiful!
Best property and location in Galveston! Great for adults or families (and hardy elders, given the amount of stairs). The owners were also very responsive and take good care with their clients.
4.8
We enjoyed our stay very much. We had 4 families of 4 each and we had more than plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the house. Great location just a few steps to the beach too - really nice and private area.
4.8
We had 6 kids and 4 adults, and this house was perfect! The layout, the amenities, the location- all incredible! Beautiful home, decorated so impeccably! The owners were so gracious and communication was excellent! We will most definitely be back!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Texas City?
The average price for a rental in Texas City is £161 per night. This rental is £1,002 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at New Beachfront House w/ Stunning Ocean Views! Best Galveston Location! Must See!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is New Beachfront House w/ Stunning Ocean Views! Best Galveston Location! Must See! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at New Beachfront House w/ Stunning Ocean Views! Best Galveston Location! Must See!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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