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The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates!

Vacation home near Galveston Seawall in Galveston

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A lifeguard tower with a sign indicating it is number 61, a beach flag warning system, and a StormReady Community sign.
Exterior detail
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8122 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

Galveston

Midtown stay.Your stay at this Midtown vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Samuel May Williams House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Seawall Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Port of Galveston - 7 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spot - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Leo's Cajun Corner - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bronco Burritos - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Brick House Tavern + Tap - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shrimp N Stuff - ‬3 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.

The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates!

The Minted Mermaid | Authentic Island Living | Galveston Charm

Planning a longer winter stay? We offer a Winter Texan program with special rates and amenities for extended visits. Contact us to learn more about this exclusive offering!


Welcome to The Minted Mermaid, where authentic island living meets thoughtful comfort. This charming 3-bedroom home captures the true spirit of Galveston, offering a genuine local experience in a historic neighborhood less than a mile from the beach. We`ve created a comfortable home base perfect for experiencing everything the island has to offer.

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS:
• Classic Galveston architecture with modern updates
• Bright, welcoming spaces throughout
• Private, fenced yard for outdoor enjoyment
• Authentic neighborhood experience
• Easy access to beach and attractions

COMFORTABLE SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 6):
• Primary Bedroom: King bed with Smart TV
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Bedroom 3: Twin bunk beds (perfect for kids!)
• Premium white linens on all beds
• Mattress protectors and bed bug encasements on all beds
• Hotel-quality pillows and bedding

PREMIUM KITCHEN:
• Fully equipped cooking space with high-end appliances
• Professional-grade KitchenAid stand mixer
• Dual coffee station (Full-size coffee maker + Keurig) with starter pack
• Full set of premium pots, pans, and cooking utensils
• Ninja blender
• Crock-pot for easy meals

QUALITY AMENITIES:
• Full-size washer and dryer
• Smart TVs
• High-speed WiFi
• Premium bath amenities
• Luxury white towels
• Full bathroom with tub/shower combo

OUTDOOR SPACE:
• Secure fenced yard
• Outdoor seating
• Shade umbrella
• BBQ grill
• Grassy area for pets

LOCATION & TRANSPORTATION:
• Less than 1 mile to beach
• Historic neighborhood with character
• Local transit accessible
• Uber & Lyft available
• Street parking

ASATR SIGNATURE SERVICE:
• 24/7 dedicated support team
• 2-minute response time from real people
• Personalized guest support
• Insider local recommendations
• Professional property care
• Digital destination guide

PET FRIENDLY:
• Welcome up to 2 dogs
• Fenced yard for safety

IMPORTANT DETAILS:
• Property Damage Protection included
• Exterior security cameras (entrance only)
• Quiet hours: 10 PM - 8 AM
• No smoking/vaping
• Hurricane Protection: Full refund for mandatory evacuations
• Same-day bookings welcome

Perfect for travelers seeking an authentic Galveston experience, families wanting room to spread out, or friend groups looking for a comfortable home base to explore the island. The Minted Mermaid offers genuine island living with all the essentials for a memorable stay.

Experience Real Island Living - Book Your Galveston Adventure Today!

Galveston, Texas
Galveston Registration: GVR09185
*** There is exterior video surveillance for security purposes. There are NO cameras facing the interior

Main Rules:
- Be mindful of neighbors, but make sure to enjoy your stay!
- Pets considered- must agree to pet policy.
- No smoking inside
- Remove trash and wash/ put away dishes or start dishwasher prior to your departure
- No Parties

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,317 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

*** There is exterior video surveillance for security purposes. There are NO cameras facing the interior Main Rules:

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Seniors-only community
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Seniors-only community. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number GVR09185

Property is also known as

269262

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates! to the airport?

This vacation home is 34.4 mi (41-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates! to the beach?

This vacation home is 3 mi (9-min drive) from Galveston Island Beaches and 4.2 mi (13-min drive) from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates! to downtown Galveston?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from Galveston.

The Minted Mermaid - Pet Friendly - Winter Texan Rates! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Door code worked really well
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

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

Great place

We have rented here multiple times. Location is good and the property is well maintained with everything you need for a short vacation stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely

The property was lovely and we truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER R.

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

We love the Minted Mermaid!

This was our second stay at the Minted Mermaid! We love everything about it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Would go back!

It was a terrific place to stay, with an excellent, fully-equipped kitchen, probably the best I've ever seen in a VRBO! Recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Cute setup

Perfect for a small group
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

We loved the Minty Mermaid!

Property was perfect for us and our 2 dogs. The location was great and we loved sitting in the backyard. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place is beautiful! A home away from home. My wife and I really enjoyed our stay here. We'll definitely be back! No complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

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

Sweet house, quiet neighborhood

We really enjoyed our stay. The kitchen was the best equipped I've ever had with a house/cabin rental. Very clean. Communication and support was phenomenal.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Cozy Home

Our 1 night stay was comfortable and cozy. Beautifully decorated and updated. Easy to get ahold of someone for any questions or concerns.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanley S.

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

As Advertised

Everything was great. Everything was provided that we would need. We would stay here on a return visit and will recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Skyler H.

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

Great House but location leaves much to be desired

The house was great, the property was great but the location was very questionable. Houses beside it were run down and inhabitable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Meredith Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Very well appointed

My family of 6 stayed here very comfortably. The house was clean and very well appointed. Here are our pros and cons. Pros- Clean and beautifully decorated Comfortable beds Well stocked kitchen Large bathroom with 2 showers Cons- Neighborhood Construction noise next door Not enough essentials provided Deadbolts we’re extremely hard to lock
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

brittany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Last minute vacation

Overall the stay was great! We just had difficulty getting into the house. The key pad wasn’t working and it got really hot really fast holding all of our belongings while trying to get in. Other than that hiccup the house nicely upgraded on the inside. The neighborhood was a little rough looking, but we still felt safe during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany L.

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

Beautiful Home!

This property was everything and more! The pictures look beautiful, but in person, this home blew is away. It was so clean, the decorations were so cute, the beds were very comfortable, and we loved all the little things that they added to make it feel like home. Games for the kids (they also loved the bunk beds!), Makeup wash cloths, everything we needed and more in the kitchen, extra beach towels, and the noise machines were a nice touch as well! Their customer service was amazing as well. And questions we had were answered quickly and they are all so friendly. I highly recommend staying here and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank H.

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

Toilet

Everything was good, I fixed the toilet hose and the toilet paper holder was loose. Besides that all good.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

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

Nice stay

My family and I planned a last minute get away here after our family vacation to Florida was canceled due to the horrible storms. The property manager was very communicative and was able to get everything together last minute. Only issue we had was the front door stopped communicating with the internet hub. When I called in, Shanna was very helpful and quick to get us in with a physical key. My little kids all enjoyed the house so much that my 3 year old told my husband when we were leaving that she needed some money “to buy the mermaid house” 😂 thank you guys for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Candace L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

The minted mermaid

Overall it was a decent stay. The home was not as clean as we expected. The shower had mold in the bottom so I had to wear flip flops in the shower. There were also what seemed to be German roaches. We did have a leak under the kitchen sink right after we arrived that put a LOT of water in the floor. My Gus and and I had to clean it up because the soonest they could come out was the next morning. That was not the best way to start vacation. The bunk beds are super uncomfortable. It has such a thin mattress that it feels like you are sleeping on the floor with a couple of blankets. Overall it was okay. I probably wouldn’t stay here again. The staff was very nice though and very quick to respond to messages.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa T.

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

Worked just fine

House was clean. Kitchen is stocked with cooking supplies. Internet worked well throughout stay. Shower pressure and hot water were great. Has a fence in back yard. With a well behaved dog it was nice to let him out and watch him from the back door. There is a community bar on the opposite corner to the house. And an alley behind the house. On a couole occassions the smell of weed could be smelt in the backyard. Would be good to add a blind to rhe bathroom and master bedroom windows as you can see in. They are small high windows. But in olaces that privacy is important. Neighborhood is iffy at night but okay during the day. A diir peep hole might help. Parking is on street- first come first served. There is a big curve (later learned for drainage) you must step up on once you park the car. There are big bushes on the side of the street making some parking spots difficult for passengers to enter the car. When it rained hard the streets flooded (to top of wheel) so needed to relocate car to dry area. After hard rain. Which meant wading through water two feet tall to get to car and to get back to house. A heads up would have been helpful to preplan that experience. Water drained in about 4 hours. Back patio decking rotting in and dangerous to walk on so didnt use back patio furniture. Several service technicians came during our 4 week stay. (Regular maintenance and some repairs) Management company communication regarding service technicians was good.
Stayed 25 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire J.

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

Great vacation property

The property was so nice and modern. It was very clean, cozy, and inviting. We had some difficulty getting the door unlocked when we arrived, but we called the property managers, and they were very helpful and efficient with getting the door unlocked. The check-out process was very easy, which allowed us to enjoy our last day there. I would definitely recommend staying at this property if planning a trip to Galveston!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

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