When you stay at this vacation home in Hitchcock, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Convention Center. .This vacation home is 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Galveston Island Beaches.
HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
College of the Mainland - 9 min drive - 12.3 km
Texas City Dike - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
Tanger Outlets - 11 min drive - 18.2 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Louis' Bait Camp - 7 min walk
Church's Chicken - 8 min drive
Texas Pit Stop - 6 min drive
Circle K - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston.
Welcome to our peaceful retreat, perfect for a relaxing family getaway! Our spacious home features a large, fenced yard and direct access to beautiful Galveston Bay—perfect for boating and kayaking. Enjoy fishing right from our boat dock and deck, or take in the views from our expansive upper and lower decks. Just a short drive away is the stunning Galveston Beach. Please note that house parties are not permitted. We're excited to welcome you for a memorable stay!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
House on the bay. Fishing, crabbing, boating, kayaking close to Galveston. Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Frank M.
1 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome get away place kids had a blast.
Frank M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cuong N.
10 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and responsive host.
Everything about the stay was great. Only wish we had more time to spend there.
Cuong N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
No_Hero
10 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house
Super clean and updated interior and a really nice outside!
No_Hero
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jesse K.
3 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and great host
We truly enjoyed staying here. Highly recommend for big families!!
Jesse K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
George S.
13 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The property was very well and kept never any issues. Only time we had a problem was during the rain knocked out the Wi-Fi could not get in and the owner was on the phone within five minutes, giving us a code. Very good rental would recommend to everybody.
George S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chantel C.
23 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
The house was not only beautiful, the cleanliness of the entire property was outstanding. The owners of this property thought of everything a family could use when away from home. Very well stocked and maintained. Would definitely stay again. 👌
Chantel C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jakob R.
1 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Gettaway
Great location, house has was very clean on arrival and amenities were good. House was spacious. The deck was a good place to hang out and down below was fun at night time.