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Cove House on Galveston Bay 4BR-3BA and bunks, sleeps 12-16; pier and boat slip

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Moody Gardens Golf Course
    4 min drive
  • Galveston Fishing Pier
    5 min drive
  • Sugar Bean Coffee and Cream
    13 min walk
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    8 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

With a stay at this vacation home in Galveston (Near West End), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Galveston Island Beaches and Moody Gardens. .This family-friendly vacation home is 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Port of Galveston.

What's nearby

  • Moody Gardens Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 5 min drive
  • Moody Gardens - 7 min drive
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 7 min drive
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's on the Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 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.

Cove House on Galveston Bay 4BR-3BA and bunks, sleeps 12-16; pier and boat slip

Be sure to check out our 3D interactive virtual tour of The Cove House - https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=gQtirnANvVW

Picture perfect paradise beckons from this fantastic coastal home located on a protected cove in the Galveston Bay. The Cove House is newly renovated with a modern, clean design to provide the ultimate getaway retreat for your staycation, celebration, family getaway, or corporate event.

The home sleeps 12 guests comfortably with four serene private rooms (one king and three queens) and a spacious bunk room with two queen over queen bunk beds. There are 8 mattresses total, for a maximum of 16 guests.

The second-story living space offers relaxing views of the calm bay from the living room, a cozy library nook, media room, dining space, and adjacent spacious kitchen. This open floorplan space was designed to create a warm, inviting atmosphere, perfect for entertaining guests or kicking up your feet to enjoy a movie on the media room’s 60” TV. The state-of-the-art kitchen is sure to inspire creativity when preparing home-cooked meals or gathering for a quick snack with a view at the gourmet central island.

The first-floor bunk room is the perfect place to hang out after a long day in the sun. The large space is set up with a TV, comfortable seating area, board games and table tennis to challenge friends and family!

Step out into your backyard to enjoy easy access to swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, boating, and sunbathing by the sea. We have bikes, 2 paddle boards, and a kayak for you to enjoy! Life jackets also available.

After a day on the bay, enjoying the waves at the beach, strolling down Pleasure Pier, dining at the island’s most delicious restaurants, and gallivanting around this lively beach town. After enjoying the island, retire to the Cove House for sunset views and refreshments on one of the three back patios overlooking the water.

The home includes free parking, initial supply of linens and towels, washer and dryer, smart TV, central air/heat, starter supply of paper products and detergents, fully-equipped kitchen with dinnerware, flatware, pots, and pans, plus wireless internet service.

Here at The Cove House there is nothing more important to us than the health, safety, and experience of our guests and staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols in accordance with suggested practices from US and global health authorities. We're taking extra care to disinfect frequently touched surfaces between reservations and are prepared for any guest concerns that may arise. We are closely monitoring all guidelines and communications from the World Health Organization (WHO), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and regional & national health authorities to update our best practices as the situation evolves.
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 an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Zacation

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: High chair provided. No baby gate, No crib

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number GVR05760

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Cove House On Galveston
The Cove House on Galveston Bay Galveston
The Cove House on Galveston Bay Private vacation home
The Cove House on Galveston Bay Private vacation home Galveston

Cove House on Galveston Bay 4BR-3BA and bunks, sleeps 12-16; pier and boat slip Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill D.

Liked: Cleanliness
PopPop’s 77th Birthday Celebration
Great place for our family get together. Excellent location on nice cove in the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot in Galveston
Clean house with a very comfortable setting and seemed very new. Great view off back of house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jocelyn e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great four years
Wonderful accommodations and love the view. Only down side is the jellyfish
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cove house was the bomb.com
The Cove House was a great place to stay. Very big and has lots of space. It comes with everything we had a great time will rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Spot
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house has a great layout and the pictures accurately depict the interior and exterior. We enjoyed the fishing pier and proximity to other spots on the island. We would definitely book again for a future trip to Galveston.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mayra T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best home we have stayed at!
This property is everything the listing stated and more! We absolutely loved it! The home was clean upon arrival, had everything we needed (kitchen supplies, extra outdoor items such as balls, fishing rods, etc), and plenty of room for all our guests to feel comfortable. Very spacious and the fishing was amazing! We will definitely be booking here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break 2024
This house was perfect for us with the adult teenagers with us, so them having a separate area work out beautifully. The location was great, neighbors were friendly - loved all the animals around that you could see/visit (with permission). The fishing was fantastic. The was a Great location, Great house and will rent again.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving trip
Great property, lots of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri C.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great place to stay!
Our family had a FABULOUS time staying here. The home itself is beautiful with higher end furnishings, and plenty of room to accommodate our entire family. There were plenty of places to sit and socialize, and all of the beds were very comfortable. We had a lot of luck fishing off the pier at night. Lots and lots of trout and a couple of other types of fish, several of which were keepers! We would love to come back again some time in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing
This location was nothing short of perfect for our family. Plenty of room. Right on the water. Perfect location in relation to town. Beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home on the bay
This house was perfect and exactly as described. It was everything we had hoped for and more. The house was well equipped with everything you could need and we appreciated the extra touches like the hampers in all bedrooms, ice maker, games, books, and kitchen supplies. Our family included 13 of us over 4 generations and we never felt crowded. We could all spend time together or have room to spread out and enjoy quiet time. The beach was only a few minutes away. We would definitely recommend to other families and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jocelyn e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This is the third time and we love it
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R., Vacaville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family home
We had 3 families share this awesome house. Plenty of room and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen m.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Cove House - Love House
We loved the home. Would stay again. Great space, fun retro cool furniture. Beds comfortable. We are were able to get our boat around from the Yacht Basin. Pier fishing was great at night. Couldn't say enough. Great home. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim J., Spring, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Rental
The property was great for my father's 80th birthday. The house is well decorated and spacious. The beds were very comfortable which I appreciate! We played yard games, hung out in the water, BBQ'd on the back patio and played lots of ping pong! I have already recommended the property to other family memebers!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoy the stay but ice maker didn't work had to keep going for ice
Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend
Great space for 80 year old parents and adult children!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

LuAnne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
The house is spacious and beautiful. It is surrounded with covered patio and deck and had great outdoor furniture. Fun dock for the SUP and kayak. We gathered with our entire family and loved our time at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhesa C., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Retreat
This property provided the perfect weekend getaway for our multigenerational family. The photos and description are quite accurate. Upon arriving, it was very clean and at the perfect temperature. The beds were comfortable. The entire place was spacious for our group of 14, and the simplistic, modern decor was a welcomed change from the typical nautical/seashell decor of most Galveston rentals. The place is fully stocked with gear for activities for the whole family: kayak, paddle boards, bicycles, fishing gear, life vests, beach chairs and toys. The kids had a blast fishing on the private pier, playing ping pong and playing kickball in the side yard which has an awesome artificial turf. Bonus was the front row fireworks display we got from Moody Gardens on Saturday night . The only minor negatives were: there were no large sized frying pans (just a couple of small ones) which made cooking for a large group a little difficult; there were no scissors or kitchen shears (only a really old rusted pair); and communication was lacking- after booking the property and writing an introduction message to the property manager/owner, I never received any kind of message back as I usually do when booking properties. Then on the day of check-in, which is stated to be at 4pm, I still had no notification of how to access the property. I finally sent a message via VRBO at 3:30pm which got no response by the 4pm check-in time. I finally located a phone # of the property manager/owner and left a voicemail just after 5pm. I never got a call back, but I finally got a message via VRBO about 5:30pm with the instructions on how to access the property. Thankfully we weren’t standing at the door at 4pm with no way to get in, but had we been, this would have been all the more frustrating; I’ve never had to reach out to the property manager/owner the day of/post check-in time to gain access to a fully paid rental. Nonetheless, I still would recommend this property for all that it has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacque W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun family time!
We enjoyed the quiet neighborhood and the water toys that were available! Beautiful place to vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house for families!
We rented this property for a family vacation and it was perfect! The pictures online were very accurate. There was plenty of space for all 17 of us without ever feeling crowded. The outside space was just as amazing. My boys spent the majority of their time on the pier fishing and we all spent a lot of time enjoying the outdoor space. The property was very clean and well stocked. Would definitely choose this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary celebration!
My family rented this house to be together with my parents to celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary! The house was perfect! 14 adults and 2 toddlers and we absolutely loved everything about this property! It is everything it claims to be and more! Highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

T J S., Desoto, Txas

Liked: Cleanliness
Would have been perfect, except...
The home is beautiful, and well appointed. The layout is great and was perfect for our multi generational trip. However, once there we encounter two problems, one small and one major. There are no instruction for things like how to get the TVs and ice maker to work. These were small problems and could have easily been resolved. The big problem was there were roaches in the kitchen and upstairs living room. They we pretty bad in the kitchen. The biggest problem was that after calling twice and messaging the host twice, there was no response, no return phone call and message response. The TV and ice maker issue could have been handle with a call or message with instructions and the roach issue could have been handle while we were out. If those issues are taken care of and the communication improve, I would stay at Cove House again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house!!
This house was perfect for a multi generation get together. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. Plenty of seating inside and out. The amenities; especially the outdoor toys ( kayak, surf boards, etc) were a big hit. House was clean and well supplied. The view was very nice. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022