Cargo Lift-Pet Friendly-GreenLight Fishing-Kayaks-Paddleboards-Private Boat Dock

5.0

Outstanding(77 Reviews)

House in Galveston Island, TX

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

Welcome to ⚓️The Merry Yacht!

Nestled in the serene Sea Isle community, The Merry Yacht is a charming canal-front home designed for families looking to unwind on the Texas Gulf Coast. With a private boat dock and renowned green-light fishing right off your doorstep, this coastal retreat offers everything you need for a memorable getaway.

**Outdoor Living & Amenities:**
- Kayaks, Paddle Boards, and a Lilly Pad & Floats —perfect for on-the-water fun!
- Green underwater fishing lights that attract fish to your private dock.
- **Cargo lift**—one of our top amenities, making it easy to transport your gear, groceries, and luggage with ease.
- Boat slip with a lift (up to 24' boat), live bait well, and a cleaning station—fishermen, get ready for the ultimate catch!
- Multiple outdoor living spaces ideal for entertaining or simply soaking up canal views and sunsets.
- Grilling area with your choice of gas, charcoal, or smoker BBQ pits.
- Upper and lower decks for lounging, dining, and taking in the picturesque surroundings.

**Accommodations:**
This spacious two-story home comfortably sleeps 12.
- Downstairs: A separate bunk room (sleeps 6) with a half-bath, perfect for teens who want their own space, plus an outdoor shower by the dock.
- Upstairs: 3 beautifully decorated bedrooms with luxury linens—2 king-sized beds and 1 queen—along with two full baths.

The open-concept living area on the second floor greets you with coastal elegance. The fully equipped kitchen boasts stunning limestone countertops, an apron sink, and new stainless steel appliances, perfect for cooking up family meals.

**Pet-Friendly:**
We welcome pets and have a fully fenced yard (except along the water), so your furry friends can enjoy the vacation, too. A $50 pet fee applies. Please ensure pets are not left unattended without a kennel.

**Sea Isle Community Perks:**
Sea Isle offers plenty for the whole family:
- Public beach access less than a mile away
- Marina with two restaurants, a bar, and a bait shop
- Community pool, tennis courts, fishing pier, and playground
- Boat dock access for exploring nearby waters

**Parking:**
Ample parking for up to 6 cars: 4 inside the gate and 2 outside.

**What’s Nearby:**
1. Sea Isle Beach (0.8 mi)
2. San Luis Pass (6.1 mi)
3. Galveston Island State Park (6.7 mi)
4. Schlitterbahn Waterpark (14.7 mi)
5. Moody Gardens (14.9 mi)

**Stay connected with us:**
Follow our adventures and guest highlights on Instagram: @themerryyacht

We can’t wait to host you at The Merry Yacht, where unforgettable Gulf Coast memories are made. Book your stay today!

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Galveston Island, TX

Nearby attractions

Lone Star Flight Museum

52.5 mi

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

29.7 mi

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5.0

Outstanding(77 Reviews)

House in Galveston Island, TX

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Galveston Island, TX

Nearby attractions

Lone Star Flight Museum

52.5 mi

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

29.7 mi

Reviews

5.0

Outstanding(77 Reviews)

5.0

Sep 2024

amazing house with everything you need. the elevator and boat slip are a bonus. we look forward to renting again next year!

5.0

Aug 2024

From the beautiful home, the green light fishing, the lift for luggage up/down, comfortable beds and furniture, furnished kitchen……to the incredibly helpful, personable and just extremely friendly owners….10 out of 10. This is our 2nd summer in their home and we will continue to stay here every year. We cook out, fish, beach it, use their kayaks, etc to make our stay a perfect 7-8 days of sun and fun.

5.0

Aug 2024

This house delivers in so many ways!! Has everything you need and more. Can’t wait to come back.

5.0

Jul 2024

The property has everything you need for kayaking and fishing. It also has a well stocked kitchen. It rained part of the time we were there but didn’t stop the grandkids from kayaking on the canal. The fishing was great out in the bay. They caught speckled trout and redfish. We went to the Sand Bar and Grill which is right down just a couple of canals away by boat and it was a lot of fun.

5.0

Jul 2024

The property is roomy and very clean. It's on a canal and includes a really nice deck. The beds are comfy and the kitchen has great appliances. There's also a bunk room with It's own half bath. This was our second time to stay as it's one of our favorites.

5.0

Jul 2024

We had a great stay, despite the hurricane that forced us to depart sooner than we would have liked. Home is beautiful! Fishing was fun for kids. Comfortable place for a get away!

5.0

Jul 2024

This place is so amazing I love it here I come back as often as I can House has everything you could want and the host are so easy to work with and respond quickly and are already ready to help in any way they can

5.0

Jun 2024

Love this place. It was just as pictured, very clean and well equipped. It was a perfect place to get together for father's day weekend. We fished off the dock, soaked up sunshine on the upper deck, played a ton of board games that were already there, grilled out, and just chilled. Bunk room was larger than I expected. Will definitely book again.

5.0

Jun 2024

This was a great property with so much to offer. Loved our stay here and will book again. The host is excellent. Thank you!

5.0

Jun 2024

We stayed 4 days and this house exceeded all of our expectations. There was plenty of room for our group of 8 and the house was fully equipped with everything we needed. Plenty of dish towels, trash bags and cooking utensils. I usually have to bring extra toilet paper, paper towels and trash bags, but didn’t need any of it this time. The beds were all comfy and the AC worked like a charm. Most importantly, the cargo lift was so valuable since my 81 year old mother cannot do stairs. The lift made it possible for her to enjoy our vacation and watch us all fish from the dock. The house is beautiful and the extra towels and soap was a nice “extra” to have during our stay! Would definitely stay here again in the future!

5.0

May 2024

This property was amazing! We had 11 overnight guests. Ages ranging from 8-63. We had the best time fishing. The kayaks and paddleboards were a big hit as well. It was a nice relaxing weekend with family. Plenty of space for everyone. The teenagers liked having the bunk room to themselves. The neighbors on both sides were very friendly and offering suggestions for fishing. Close to a convenience store and very close to the beach. This house had everything you could possibly need for your stay. Sarena responded very quickly with any questions we had. Would definitely stay again!

5.0

May 2024

First off this an amazing place. Very clean and well stocked. The owners thought of everything anyone would need during their stay. We will definitely be coming back to this home. Wish we could have stayed longer.

5.0

May 2024

This home exceeded our expectations! First, the home is well kept from inside to outside. It’s as though you are walking into someone’s home, not a rental. The beds were really comfy so we all slept great both nights we were there. I always pack so much, but I really appreciated all of the items provided for guests during stay. We had fun in the canal during the day with the paddle board and enjoyed watching all the fish under the green lights at night. We really appreciate the kindness and communication from the owners! Thank you for your hospitality and for sharing your home with us! You made our daughter’s 25th bday and my Mother’s Day so special!

5.0

May 2024

My family and I had an amazing time. The house was stocked with fun things for everyone to enjoy. Would definitely stay here again.

5.0

Apr 2024

The canal house was perfect for our family getaway! We enjoyed the kayaks and fishing from the dock. The night fishing with the green lights was so fun! The view from the upper deck was beautiful. A great place to relax. Thanks for sharing your home!

5.0

Mar 2024

Perfect stay in beautiful home on the canal. This home really has everything you need. The living room furniture was super comfy as was the generous outdoor seating. We spent most of our days just hanging out with parents/grandparents watching tv or enjoying the view and sunshine on the huge deck. The kitchen was very well stocked with plenty of room for preparing meals. We all agreed the beds are the most comfortable beds we've ever slept on in any rental. Our young adult kids also really enjoyed the paddle boards...so convenient right there on the canal Thank you Austin and Serena for being wonderful hosts. We can't thank you enough for allowing us to use the elevator for my 90 year old parents. Our family vacation would not have been possible otherwise. We also appreciate that we are able to bring our Labrador, and love the fenced yard. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us. We can't wait until next time!

5.0

Nov 2023

We loved staying at this bayhouse. We have stayed at countless ones through the years and we all agreed it was the best one yet! First off it’s so comfortable for a family gathering. The bedrooms and bathrooms were so nice and comfortable (sometimes rare in Galveston), the kitchen was nice and large for cooking and so well equipped, and the upstairs and downstairs outdoor space was awesome! Our little guy loved playing with the chalk and we played cornhole on the deck! Also maybe the most crazy couches ever, I literally looked for a tag to buy haha. Don’t pass this house up!!!

5.0

Nov 2023

Really emjoyed my stay...Very clean....This place is enormous on the inside and out side...Everyone was very comfortable...Really enjoyed the upstairs and downstairs view of the water from the deck...

5.0

Oct 2023

This was a lovely home and the hosts were very helpful and communicative. I highly recommend

5.0

Oct 2023

Located where I needed to be. Caught a couple trout from the boat dock. Friendly neighbors. Quiet.

5.0

Oct 2023

Clean and nicely decorated with comfy beds and good amenities.

5.0

Oct 2023

My husband and our girls (ages 7 and 10) enjoyed our stay. We went to West End Marina to eat, explored the Strand, fished from the back deck, and kayaked the canal. Cannot wait to go back.

5.0

Sep 2023

The location is great and the house is really comfortable. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and visiting with our friends. The beds were comfy, lots of space, and nice appliances.

5.0

Sep 2023

Very clean and comfortable home in great location. Communication was wonderful with property owner and everything was in working order. Thank you

5.0

Aug 2023

Sarena and Austin were great to work with! The house is a fabulous place for families with older children. The bunkhouse is located downstairs and gives the kids a place of their own and the adults a place of their own. It was perfect for our family! We will visit again if the opportunity presents itself.

5.0

Aug 2023

We had wonderful time! The property is well appointed, in a perfect location and has all of the amenities you need. We enjoyed fishing and kayaking around the canals and to the Marina. We will definitely be staying here again. Highly recommend! 🐠🎣🏖️

5.0

Aug 2023

The Merry Yacht was great for our family celebration! Very comfortable home & loved the location on the canal making it easy for water activities. Would stay again, for sure!

5.0

Jul 2023

Nice clean property. Very comfortable with everything you need for a great family vacation. Our teenage grandsons loved the crew suite downstairs. We would rent again!

5.0

Jul 2023

This house was over the top! My grandchildren and children lioved all the water toys that came with the house. The bunk room was a hit with the teens, they felt special having the room away from grown ups. The home really had everything you needed . The downstairs porch was a breezy place for us old folks to sit and watch the young ins have fun on the water. We will surly return for our next beach stay.

5.0

Jul 2023

We had 3 generations at the house and there was lots to do. We enjoyed kayaks and paddle boards on the canal, dinner at the restaurant at the marina and plenty of time at the beach. Grilled by the boat slip one night & enjoyed the patio. We rented a golf cart which made getting to and from the beach and the marina easy for the grandparents. Loved that we could bring our dogs. Great communication from owners.

5.0

Jul 2023

Great property for vacationing with family and friends. The details are beautiful on the house. Great bait well with green lights. Neighbors were fantastic! Did not initially understand that bunk room was not connected to main quarters which is tricky with young ones. Communication was superb!!

5.0

Jul 2023

What a precious home and very clean! Would definitely bring our family back....thank you for sharing your home with us.

5.0

Jul 2023

Was in town for the week for a dance competition. The house easily fit the 4 adults and 5 children and everyone had their own space. Very clean and instructions to maintain and check out were easy. Will stay here again

5.0

Jun 2023

Family get together for a week. The house is wonderfully equipped both inside and out. We enjoyed the kayaks, paddle board , float pad and many other toys that were provided. The house decor is so cute and many extras were provided for us such as coffee. There is a marina very close to the house that had good food and great drinks. Overall we enjoyed every second of our stay and would highly recommend it to others. Oh , also , all beds were COMFY!!!!!

5.0

Jun 2023

Very impressive home. Wonderful, comfortable, clean, relaxing . . . Wish we could’ve stayed longer! We loved the fishing and crabbing. (And my husband was able to come along, so I gave one of the king sized bedrooms to the 13 and 11 year old girls — should’ve seen their faces light up). Thank you for being a wonderful hostess and for sharing your home with us. 5 + stars

5.0

Jun 2023

A group of 5 of us just spent a week at this property. I would highly recommend based on the overall experience. The pre-arrival communication was perfect and set the stage for a great week. The location combines tremendous outdoor spaces with ample indoor as well. Enjoy the lower level shade and breeze during the heat of the day and head upstairs when the sun sets. The kitchen and grill space allows you to cook for few or many. Bonus on the offset smoker which fired up perfectly for some nice ribs one day! Rooms are clean with incredibly comfortable beds and pillows. Honestly, no complaints and again, great hosts. Hope people enjoy it year round!!!

5.0

Jun 2023

Stayed for two nights, and house was beautiful with everything we needed. Lots of space inside and outside, with direct access to canal. Rooms very nice and extremely clean!!

5.0

May 2023

We enjoyed our stay at the Merry Yacht. Great outdoor spaces to eat, play, fish, and relax. The home was clean and lovely with everything we needed. So happy we stayed here!

5.0

May 2023

3 families stayed here together for our annual friends weekend. All the kids stayed in the bunk room. It was a great space with lots of activities. Short drive to the beach. Kitchen & bathrooms well-stocked. Would definitely stay here again!

5.0

May 2023

We had a big family for mothers day weekend. The place was amazing. Right on the canal with quick access the Marina and bate shop. Mark from Moynahan Builders was the miniatous man on the property and came right over when the elevator stopped working. I hope to be able to come back as soon as possible. We could not have asked for a better experience.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Galveston Island?

The average price for a rental in Galveston Island is R 4,577 per night. This rental is R 4,876 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cargo Lift-Pet Friendly-GreenLight Fishing-Kayaks-Paddleboards-Private Boat Dock. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Cargo Lift-Pet Friendly-GreenLight Fishing-Kayaks-Paddleboards-Private Boat Dock. Enjoy the water!

Is Cargo Lift-Pet Friendly-GreenLight Fishing-Kayaks-Paddleboards-Private Boat Dock pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Cargo Lift-Pet Friendly-GreenLight Fishing-Kayaks-Paddleboards-Private Boat Dock?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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