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Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach

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Smart TV
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Galveston, TX
  • Strand Historic District
    11 min walk
  • Galveston Railroad Museum
    15 min walk
  • Port of Galveston
    18 min walk
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    16 min drive

Room options

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Living area

Stylish Cottage-4 min drive to the beach w/free coffee

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (45)
The price is NZ$464
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Stylish Cottage-4 min drive to the beach w/free coffee

About the area

Galveston

With a stay at this cottage in Galveston (Old Central), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Port of Galveston and Galveston Seawall. .This cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Strand Historic District and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Strand Historic District - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of Galveston - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gypsy Joynt - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vida Agave - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Red Light Coffee Roasters - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Donut Palace - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Leo's Cajun Corner - ‬8 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.

Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach

Welcome to Sherbet Lane. Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located cottage, .5 miles from the beach. Makin’ Waved is a peaceful space accented with coastal decor. We offer complimentary cold water, hot coffee plus a light breakfast which includes ingredients to make waffles or hot oatmeal.

Our keyless entry and brightly lit patio provides safety when coming in after dark. Full laundry services inside every cottage. Our entire home is your home, even it’s for only a few days! We want you to relax and enjoy your stay on Galveston Island. This cottage is in the ground level. There is a unit upstairs that hosts other guests. Guests have access to the entire bottom level of this home.
Guests have access to the entire backyard!

Bikers can lock their bikes behind our fence for safety. You can see the cruise ships arriving from our front porch! Very easy access for cruisers.
License number
GVR-08607
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, 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 desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
A complimentary breakfast is included.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
A complimentary breakfast is offered.

Property manager

Kally & Orlando

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Cycling on site

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

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 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 GVR08607

Makin’ Waves - 2 Bdrm Cottage - close to beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roma K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy Cozy Cottage
One of the nicest well equipped we have ever stayed in. Would stay again when in Galveston.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Very comfy & cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sherbert Lane stay
Very clean. Centrally located. Very nice host. Quiet area. No complaints what-so-evrr
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micki S., Durant, Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean Time!
We arrived on Monday. Our cottage was very cute and clean. Plenty of room for the three of us. Short drive to the beach and amazing restaurants. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xochitl V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great distance from beach
I booked this trip very last minute and I was very pleased with the house! A short distance from pleasure pier and restaurants. Cute cozy space. So glad it has a washer and dryer! Definitely will look to book one of these houses for my next visit to Galveston!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Close to the beach, clean, updated, overall perfect for a beach weekend or vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome choice
Great little place! Really cute decor. Very clean. Great amenities. Perfect for my teenage son and me.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Breanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always a pleasure
We love to stay here before our cruises. There is nothing like waking up in the morning, looking down the street and seeing your ship. The shower has amazing water pressure and the beds are comfortable. The owners are amazing and offer additional perks like foods/beverages available for purchase via Venmo. They also don't require a bunch of craziness at checkout...Just empty all the trashes. As a frequent traveler, this is VERY appreciated! I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Kick Off!!
We absolutely loved the cottage!! They had everything you would need and it was all easy to find. Loved having a washer/dryer after a couple days at the beach! Also, the decor was tasteful & beautiful! 😍 our teen & my husband all loved our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable, clean and comfort
We enjoyed our ever so brief stay very much!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach house
Beautifully decorated and clean. Close to the Strand and restaurants. Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cozy, and clean
Stayed for 1 night , was a pleasant stay. Will book again if in town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location. Cozy cottage
This was perfect for one night. Great location and comfortable beds. Would stay again if needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great property easy access to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was perfect for our one night stay before our cruise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob, Waukesha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for a visit to Galveston!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little place to stay
The house was clean and exactly as described. You can hear the upstairs neighbors quite easily. And there were no Kleenex. The neighborhood is transitional and was a little sketchy at night. But other than that, everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Breanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will stay again!
This was the perfect location for the day before a cruise. When we walked out in the morning, we saw our Cruise ship 0.9 miles down the road at the end of our street. Made navigating to the port incredibly easy! The beds were really comfortable and the water pressure is amazing! Would recommend A+
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Chance L.

Rough Neighborhood
The host let us check in a little early which was nice since we had a long drive but was very snippy when giving me instructions as to what time to check in after already telling me through messages, she acted like I didn’t understand. We booked this place because it was within walking distance of our event we were attending. However, I would NOT advise walking through this area. When confirming the location the host described the outside of the house as looking “beat-up” this area still has lots of houses that were affected by the hurricanes which was expected but it looked shabby on the outside. We had to park on the street which didn’t feel safe. To top our evening off there was a altercation close to the house that broke out into gunfire. My girlfriend hit the ground until the gunshots stopped. Several police officers arrived on scene in-front of the house. I took videos and pictures. The house was nice on the inside but the outside and the neighborhood was extremely rough!! Be careful! As a Vrbo host ourselves, I would definitely lower the nightly rate due to the area location. I gave the host an over all four star rating because the crime area is out of her control.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Loved that it was accurate to post. Little hiccup getting into property but fixed immediately. Great communication with host. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Exactly what we needed for a few nights before our cruise!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
We really enjoyed our stay. We were only there for a short time but it was perfect. Adorable place. Very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

rachel w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
We live close to Galveston already but had a full weekend of things we wanted to do sonwe rented this cute little apt. Great location. Quiet (except some.kids across thebstreet just being kids. Thankfully it didnt last too long). Place was clean and fully stocked. Matresses could probably be replaced (didnt get any sleep). Proprty owners ask that if you break or damage soemthing to let them know. We ended up causing damage to some furniture. Let them know ASAP. They were easy to contact smd communicate with. Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely weekend getaway
Myself (26), my mother (62) and my grandma (84) had a wonderful weekend at this cottage. The space is very clean, the AC works extremely well and the beds are super comfortable. We went the weekend after Labor Day and parking on the street was never an issue and the neighborhood was very quiet. It’s very close to the Strand and just a short drive from the seawall. The hosts have truly thought of everything and the coffee was much appreciated in the morning. When we left we all agreed we need to come back next year for an extra night or two. I searched VRBO and other sites for hours before deciding on this rental and I can confidently say the value here is unmatched. At most other properties you will be paying more for much less.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023