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Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean!

Condo near Moody Gardens in Galveston

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Beach nearby, beach towels
Exterior detail
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 577 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Moody Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Galveston

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Near West End condo places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Moody Gardens and Galveston Seawall. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Island Beaches are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seawall Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 61st Street Fishing Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Moody Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Doc Holiday’s Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean!

You'll be poolside while being only steps from the beach! We are located next to the larger of the two swimming pools The Dawn has to offer. Additionally guests will have secured & monitored parking, access to a clubhouse as well as a full workout facility. We are located on the Seawall and are very close to all the attractions Galveston has to offer! First floor unit, no stairs!!!

Entry - Keyless code entry, removes the hassle of looking after another set of keys! First floor, easy access to parking.

Main Room - A tastefully decorated open floor plan offering comfortable seating for your family & friends. A 48" smart tv allows you access to all your favorite streaming services, a blue ray player is available as well. Couch turns into a full size sleeper as well.

Back Patio - Furnished with two chairs and foot rests and easy access to the pool with our gate!

Kitchen - Fully stocked with pots, pans, silverware, plates, cups, utensils, and other basic cooking supplies. Coffee & Tea is complimentary and can be made via a pot or pod.

Bedroom - Queen size bed with views out to the swimming pool. TV is set up for a Blue Ray player, as well as cable tv or the ability to sign into any of your streaming accounts you may have. The room is light, bright and very comfortable.

Closet - Fully stocked with extra pillows, sheets, comforters, towels, beach towels and a one person fold out sleeping pad.

Bathroom - Extra large shower. Stocked with shampoo, conditioner, soap, toilet paper & towels.

Laundry - Full size washer and dryer for guests convenience.

*The Dawn charges $40 per car, for lengths of stay of 1-3 nights, and $50 per car, for lengths of stay of 4 or more nights for guests to park their cars inside the gates. This applies to all visitors and is meant to keep your valuables protected and only allow paying guests to enjoy our amenities.
*Absolutely NO smoking, parties, undisclosed guests or glitter inside the condo.
*No pets are allowed.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

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

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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: 825 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No undisclosed guests.
No glitter anywhere in the unit.
Check in at the office as soon as you can for parking and pool passes. The Dawn charges $35 per car per stay to park in the secure lot.

Pets

  • No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number GVR07500

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! Condo
Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! Galveston
Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! Condo Galveston

Frequently asked questions

How close is Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! to the airport?

This condo is 35 mi (43-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! to the beach?

This condo is a short 4-minute walk from Seawall Beach and 2.7 mi (7-min drive) from Galveston Island Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean!?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean!?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! have a pool?

This condo features an outdoor pool.

Does Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! to downtown Galveston?

This condo is 3.6 mi away from Galveston.

Poolside Retreat, Steps to the Ocean! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Ray J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location in town and to Walmart is great. The pictures didn't match the accommodations. It could use a deep clean. Hosts communicated well.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great condo! We only stayed 1 night but everything was as described and it was a great location! We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cooter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always, great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first time in Galveston was amazing staying in this condo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Torrie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a perfect location!!! Great space for a family and the pool is right out the back gate!! Would love to stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tonya g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing property. Definitely would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Fully recommend staying here, the hosts were very helpful and kind! Not too far from the beach. Will definitely be booking this place again as soon as possible!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Great fun. great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Condo was amazing and spacious !! We loved the area and pool was amazing ! Able to connect with owner if any issues would arise!!Great Stay and we will be back at this condo !!!Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Easy to get to beach and Walmart.. safe and only mile or two from convention center
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Made my family had a wonderful time. Everything was great. Definitely be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and comfortable!

We brought our grandchildren and had an awesome stay! This condo had a cozy and comfortable feel. It was clean, great location, and easy access. The host was super responsive. We were very pleased with this condo and will definitely love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was in a great location,the condo itself was spacious clean and the owner was very pleasant and courteous, checking in was pleasant. The grounds is beautiful. The only complaints I would have is I wish there was bigger parking spaces other than that it's that kind of place where you wait to go back
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My parents were very pleased with the property. Will contact to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

Stayed the weekend and had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This condo was amazing. The bed was comfortable and I love that the pool was right behind and right off the back porch. My only suggestion was you need more mirrors around the place just not in the bathroom and bedroom that was covered by the TV.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ali H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The condo was in a great location, which made it convenient for everything we wanted to do. The hosts were very responsive and easy to communicate with throughout our stay. That said, the unit itself was difficult to find, could really benefit from a deep cleaning, and had a strong musty odor that made it less comfortable. With a little more attention to cleanliness and upkeep, it would be an excellent place to stay given the location and hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awsome stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The condo was close to everything we needed and centrally located. It was perfect! We would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay here!

This condo was perfect for my family of 5, including 3 teenagers. They had everything we needed! Having direct access to the pool 10 steps away right out the back door was perfect. The patio held all of our pool and beach items and kept the mess and sand outside! Super easy access across the street from the beach, and the wagon was SO convenient to have! Great location away from the crowds, the beach was private and so clean. We will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Poolside condo

Nice place.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

A sweet little condo in a lovely setting. Great access to the beach and Seawall. The condo was very clean and well stocked. I would happily stay here again! It was lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay.

The property is beautiful and our stay was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!!

This is our second summer staying here and loved it just as much as the first time. Definitely will book again next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Between parking and cleaning fees value for money on a one night stay is dire - arguably that one is on me for not reading to the last paragraph of the listing, but when the parking fee adds 20% to the total price of your stay it is a tough one to swallow regardless. The living area was not set up as shown in the listing, the sofa bed was there but the other sofa was split out into two uncomfortable sectionals. Bedroom tv is very slow to the point of being barely functional if trying to use an app. Strange notices also displayed requesting that makeup be removed before using linens or towels, felt a bit off to us as if they’re trying to get away with not cleaning. Property was otherwise fine, but we wouldn’t return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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