Galveston Beach House and Vacation Rentals

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Gear up for a vacation to remember with a Galveston beach house rental. This Texas city's motto is "It's island time," and when you book a relaxing stay along Galveston’s sparkling shoreline, you’ll see firsthand it doesn’t disappoint. Sandwiched between Galveston Bay, West Bay, and the Gulf of Mexico, you can enjoy convenient access to a pristine shoreline, oceanfront entertainment, coastal nature preserves, and the area’s assortment of waterways.

Between water sports in the Gulf of Mexico and touring through each fun-filled pyramid at Moody Gardens, your beach trip will be a hit for all ages. No matter your interest, you can choose to spend your day on amusement park rides on Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, or hit downtown to enjoy art galleries, museums, and the opera house. If you need a break from the bustle, or are hoping to take advantage of the area’s incredible fishing, look no further than beautiful Galveston Island State Park.

Where is Galveston, TX?

Galveston Island is parallel to the Texas coast, deep in the heart of south Texas. When you stay in one of our Galveston vacation homes or condo rentals, you'll be about 50 miles from bustling Houston, TX, surrounded by gorgeous Galveston Bay to the north and the equally scenic Gulf of Mexico to the south.

Things to do in Galveston, TX

Galveston boasts beautiful beaches, a variety of cultural attractions, and fresh, delicious seafood. As far as filling your itinerary, it’ll only be a matter of where to start first. 

• Plan your visit in time for a few of the area’s unique festivals and events, like September’s Galveston Island Wild Texas Shrimp Festival for gumbos and other popular shrimp dishes. In December, check out the one-of-a-kind Dickens on the Strand and watch the shoreline transform into 19th-century Victorian London, fit with shows, live music, costumed actors, holiday markets, and various Victorian wares and fares.
• Galveston's Grand 1894 Opera House is a sure bet for entertainment and cultural events in town, with everything from concerts, theater, ballet, to yes, even opera. 
• Every six to eight weeks, there's an Art Walk planned in the historic downtown district: Galveston has one of the largest concentrations of Victorian architecture in the US, and the city is also home to a thriving art gallery scene.
• Galveston is an outdoor enthusiast’s haven. Find hiking and biking trails, birding opportunities, and even gorgeous Gulf beaches (32 miles of shoreline to be precise). The seawall along the Gulf of Mexico has almost 10 and a half miles of continuous sidewalks for walkers, joggers, bikers, and sightseers.
• For a fun day trip, drive up to the small community of Crystal Beach, or make your way in the other direction to check out Galveston Island State Park in Jamaica Beach. 
• At Offatts Bayou, a lovely estuary, you can take a scenic cruise on a paddlewheel boat or spend an afternoon watching for loons. Of course, fishing in the Gulf of Mexico is not to be missed, though please remember to purchase your Texas fishing license before reeling in your fresh catch of the day. Drop your line off the Galveston 61st Streett Fishing Pier, head out on the bay, or even get out further from the coast for offshore fishing—you might catch kingfish, snapper, and even tuna.
• Galveston is the perfect destination for family-friendly trips. With the city’s famous Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, the endlessly entertaining Moody Gardens, and the Schlitterbahn Water Park, you’ll have plenty of options for fun, kid-friendly things to do.

What is Galveston most known for?

Galveston, Texas is known for its stunning Gulf of Mexico beaches, fresh seafood and fishing opportunities, its exciting Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, and as a popular snowbird destination. For easy family fun, with access to the beach and city, book a vacation home and explore all the Texas Gulf Coast has to offer.

Galveston in winter

Like the migratory birds fleeing from cold winter weather, many people have made it their yearly routine to flock to Galveston in the winter. You too can deem yourself a "Winter Texan" and enjoy your very own vacation rental in Galveston while you're at it. With year-round sun and a low annual temperature of 65°F, you won't need anything more than a blanket to keep warm while you sleep. Is this starting to sound like heaven yet?

When you're looking for a comfortable and conveniently located Galveston beach house rental or condo, look no further. Plan a getaway to sunny, laid-back Galveston and discover the benefits of island time today.

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