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3 blocks to beach with Cowboy Pool

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Smart TV
1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, East End Historic District
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Texas Medical Branch
    ‪12 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

With a stay at this cottage in Galveston (San Jacinto), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Galveston Seawall and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal. .This cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Port of Galveston.

What's nearby

  • East End Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Seawall Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Seawall Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Bakery - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

3 blocks to beach with Cowboy Pool

Just three short blocks to the beach, and minutes to food and fun! This charming, historic tiny home built in 1916 is the perfect getaway!

MOBILE BOOKING DISCOUNT
Book on a mobile device and get 10% off!

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!
At Gulf Haven Cottage, you'll be right in the thick of what Galveston has to offer. Book your stay, and come enjoy!

—Seawall & Beaches: 0.3 miles; 6-minute walk
—Stewart Beach: 0.6 miles; 13-minute walk
—The Strand: 1.2 miles; 25-minute walk or 5-minute drive
—Cruise Terminal: 0.8–1.7 miles; 3–7-minute drive (depending on which cruise terminal)

POOL/HOT TUB
Enjoy the Cowboy Pool with comfort liner. The pool/hot tub can heated up to 102 degrees. (Please note: This is not a traditional hot tub with powerful jets. It does have jets that circulate the water, but this is more of a soaking pool.)

BEACH AMENITIES
Headed to the beach on your trip? We have you covered with a provided beach wagon filled with two beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and some sand toys if you have little ones. Feel free to enjoy them (and save money by not having to rent them while at the beach). There are also four beach towels for your use.

GOLF CART RENTAL
Want to rent a golf cart for your getaway? Beachin' Rides offers an exclusive discount for guests who stay at this property! Contact us for details.

KITCHEN
This coastal cottage has all you need to make your favorite meal. Also enjoy a blender, Keurig coffee machine with provided K-cups, and everything you need to make and enjoy meals.

BEDROOM
The bedroom has a super comfortable queen bed with Pottery Barn bedding, as well as it's own a/c unit, ceiling fan, and blackout drapes to help you keep cool at night. The living-room sectional also pulls out into a queen sofa sleeper with memory foam mattress to sleep up to two additional guests.

TV
There are ample ways to unwind with your favorite show or sports game with the Roku Smart TV located in the living room. Just log in to any streaming platform you subscribe to, and the TV with automatically log you out upon check out.

OUTDOOR
There are two outdoor sitting areas for you to enjoy — two chairs on the front porch, and Adirondack chairs by the pool.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

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

  • Unit size: 500 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Quiet Hours: 11 p.m.-7 a.m.
Keep food and drink in designated eating areas in the house and outdoors.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 GVR12866

3 blocks to beach with Cowboy Pool Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

charlene h.

Overall, this property has some positives, but there were a few notable drawbacks that impacted the experience.The booking guide did indicate where parking was—on the right-side entrance in front of the unit. However, unless you have a 4x4 vehicle, there was no practical way to access the drive. I attempted to back in and hit the 14" curb. Additionally, other tenants had parked on the street and taken up most of the available space, which made parking even more challenging.The entry porch was more worn than pictured. I had looked forward to enjoying some time outside with afternoon tea and a book, but ultimately found the space unappealing and a bit cramped.Inside, the living room and kitchen were as shown—very cute and comfortable—and the bed was also quite comfortable. That said, I specifically booked the home for the “cowboy pool,” and this was a major disappointment. The actual pool felt more like a cow trough with a single jet, no ledge for setting a drink, and a neighbor’s window directly above, which limited any sense of privacy.If you’re looking to get a feel for what close-quarters living in Galveston is like—zero lot lines, views into neighboring backyards, and minimal private outdoor space—this property does offer that perspective. Just be aware of the trade-offs depending on what kind of experience you’re hoping for.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Misty W.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was exactly as stated. Andy was great at communicating and let us know he was available if we had any issues. Location was great and in the middle of everything we wanted to see. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allison H., Denton, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cottage.

My husband and I stayed at this cottage for a couple days for a family funeral. It was perfect for the two of us and was so well thought out and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

LAURA C.

Liked: Cleanliness

So close to the beach!

Super cute and very well stocked kitchen with all plates and utensils we would need. Was just a short walk from the beach! We only had a small issue getting into the property but the Host was super helpful as well as the VRBO representative we talked to. We love Galveston and loved the location of this property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

TERRY H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wife

It was short but very accommodating and relaxing. Property manager was very understanding of our situation. Thank you so much. We really appreciate it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023