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Best of Times - Make family memories!

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Beach
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Pirate's Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Palm Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Jamaica Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the area

Galveston

With a stay at this vacation home in Galveston (West End), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Beaches. .This vacation home is 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Port of Galveston.
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What's nearby

  • Pirate's Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pirates Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Palm Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bermuda Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Jamaica Beach - 5 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimmy's on the Pier - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Island Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Viet Cajun - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waterman's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cooper’s Landing - ‬7 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.

Best of Times - Make family memories!

Best of Times Beach House is well-equipped with charm, gulf breezes, comfortable furnishings, and all the luxuries of home. This Pirates Beach cottage is perfect for family vacations.
Relax on the large decks, dine on the shady bottom patio, or take a short walk to the beach for sun, sand and surf.
Cook dinner in the well-equipped kitchen or follow the tips in the Best of Times Beach House guide book and try the locals' favorite restaurants.
Best of Times is 2 blocks to the beach. Your family will fall in love with prestigious Pirates Beach and its peaceful, private beaches. It is just beautiful here.
Galveston's laid-back island vibe will ensure your family will relax and make memories. Enjoy Schitterbahn and Moody Gardens, both just minutes away. Learn about Galveston's history through the many museums, or shop the eclectic boutiques on the Strand.
The house has everything you need to relax, including an outdoor shower, patio furniture on both decks and the huge patio, a well-stocked kitchen with brand new, top-of-the-line appliances, and a large flat screen tv with dvd.
When you are ready for the beach, it’s a short walk away! Beach toys, and life jackets are provided for fun in the sun. Our family home is kid-friendly and pet-friendly (Pets require a separate $100 fee), but it is non-smoking.
Please, only responsible renters over the age of 28.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Christina Hergenrader

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
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 GVR01264

Property is also known as

Make Family Memories! 3 Bedroom 2 Bath! Close To The Beach!
490226

Best of Times - Make family memories! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 164 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A., Katy, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at Pirates Beach
The house was so comfortable and so close to the beach. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L., Fort Worth, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
We have 2 adults and 5 kiddos and the place was great. I would recommend if you have littles to rent the golf cart makes carrying all the beach tools so much easier. The communication with the owner was great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of Times
We really enjoyed our stay at Best of Times. The location is very convenient, just a short walk to the beach and a short drive to get back into town. The neighborhood was clean and quiet, the house was clean, everything worked as expected, the kitchen was well stocked. We highly recommend Best of Times!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a blast!
Perfect property for our stay! Highly recommend. We definitely will rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel H., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Seasoned VRBO renter. Nice place. Nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Wonderful home and location!! Loved the neighborhood/area. This house has everything you need. Kitchen was well stocked, lots of outdoor equipment available to use, plus it was a very short walk to the beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our family weekend away. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything and the Kitchen Sink
We looked at a lot of beach houses before deciding to book this one because of its great reviews and included supplies—fishing poles and gear, crabbing supplies, yard games, tons of beach gear, coolers, board games, lots of towels, a golf cart, and lots more. Our kids had a blast, and we saved so much money from using their supplies. We highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was the best of times!
We had a wonderful Easter weekend with sand, salt, sea, and some sunshine. The house was perfect for our needs; kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and we only had to bring the food! Very cozy home and being able to bring our fur babies was also an added bonus. The outdoor area was great for us and the dogs. We grilled and used the chiminea for roasting marshmallows. My kids loved the outdoor shower concept so much that’s where they showered. Also a huge bonus as they were sandy. The bedrooms were nice and comfortable and the deck was perfect for morning coffee. We had a wonderful time full of memories and happiness. Our kids are 3 and 7 and cannot wait to go back. The beach area is private so there weren’t too many people and no vehicles which was perfect. We aren’t sure who was more tired, the kids or the dog who all loved the ocean. The owners are very responsive and accommodating. Thank you for providing such a lovely place to stay! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Great place close to the beach. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nils C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and family oriented home
The owners clearly try very hard to ensure families that stay here have everything they need, from games to beach supplies. They also self manage and are quick to answer questions and provide help if needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
This house was perfect for our Girls Trip. I also rented the golf cart. It is really slow and not much power but it got us to the beach and back. Just a note to include more than one TP roll for each bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream Vacation
Beautiful place just minutes from the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Desirée H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of Times
Our week at Best of Times was fantastic! The house has a beach vibe and is extremely comfortable. There are beach pails and every toy or game you could want for fun on the beach or playing indoors! Inside, all drawers and cupboards are labeled so everything is easy to find. The owners even provide a beautiful tour guide as well as flyers and other info regarding Galveston sights and eateries! Simply an amazing beach house!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha J., Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Vacation Home
Our family of 7 stayed here for a week. The home was very clean. They thought of everything as we didn't need for anything other than groceries. There are tons of sand toys, boogie boards, beach chairs, an umbrella and a wagon to cart it down to the beach. We received a welcome email with information and distances/times to get to attractions which was really nice since this is our first trip to Texas. The beach is so close to the home and easy to walk to. The beds were very comfortable! I highly recommend renting this wonderful home for your next vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was perfect!
What a great vacation home!! This beach house has everything we needed for a great relaxing, comfortable beach getaway. Great place for adults both older and young adults and great if you have small kids also. Lots of activities to do at the house just hanging out and more than enough beach gear options and toys for any age. The neighborhood is so nice and house is a minimal walking distance to sand, My young adult kids loved playing table tennis in the evening and I loved relaxing on the porch swings. The couches and beds were incredibly comfortable too! Will definitely be back! Very responsive property managers as well with any and every questions I had both before and during stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
Our family had a great time returning to Best of Times! The neighborhood is great and the house is located very close to the beach. We love all of the amenities available at the home. The hosts are very responsive and give some great tips about the area. Already looking forward to our trip next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break
We had a great time! Christina allowed us to check in early to take advantage of the weather! We appreciated all of the amenities and everything the home had to offer! We plan to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maike v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy home for a rainy stay
We didn’t anticipate a drastic temperature drop and perpetual rain when we booked this vacation, but the dreary weather was the only drawback to our stay. The home is full of beach touches and all amenities were easy to find and thoughtfully gathered and labeled. Access to the beach was easy and the nearby stores and eateries marked on the fridge. We enjoyed our cozy stay in and the easy access to downtown Galveston for all the tourist attractions. We will definitely return in a warmer month to take advantage of the beach toys and the cozy outdoor spaces and take In more sea air. All parties were charmed and happy here.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for many reasons.
Very close to the beach, far enough outside of town where it’s quiet, far enough off the main road you don’t hear the traffic and plenty of space for a group of friends. The house was well supplied with everything you need. Everything is even labeled so you know exactly where everything is. The owner is very friendly and is there for you whenever you need or if you have any questions. I would highly recommend this house this location for any event and hope to get to use it again same time next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Awesome house, just minutes from the sand. We had a great time, our kids enjoyed the games that were in the house and we found everything we needed with the detailed instructions and labeling. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alethea P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect BFF get away
From the moment we drove up and saw the porch and hammocks we were blown away by all the amenities this property offered. It was absolutely perfect for our mom friend group to have a wonderful relaxing few days to celebrate the end of summer. Close to the beach and just enough distance from the tourists. Would highly recommend for families as well. Fully stocked kitchen, games and activities for everyone, and golf cart to the beach. Perfection!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of Times
Great stay! Thank you for leaving some necessities. Very organized. Owner ver responsive! Grandkids rated it a 10! Love the family scrapbook! Suggestions: leave a couple of extra towels in bath off living room. Consider putting chest in closet to create more room in bedroom. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy D., Flower Mound

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best Time
Renting the golf cart was the best decision. Made it so easy to haul stuff to and from the beach. The house was so clean and well stocked. Lots of sand toys, beach games, a wagon, boogie boards, towels and more. Everything you need for the beach was provided. We had the best time at this beach house with our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Desirée H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of Times was the Best of Times!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Best of Times beach house! After many visits to many beach houses, we can say this is the most well-stocked house we have ever stayed in! The owners' offering of games, puzzles, extra towels, grill accessories, and beach toys is amazing! There is even an information booklet made by the owners. This book includes not only instructions for the house but also lists places to go, fun things to do and the best places to eat, even a history of the island!!!!! We certainly enjoyed the Best of Times!!! Desiree and John Hatcher
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S., Round Rock

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
My family enjoyed at a great stay at Best of Times. The house provided a nice retreat when we were not at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022