NEW!! Walk to Beach, sleeps 11! TipSea Turtle

Galveston, Texas
$377 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 11

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

‘TipSea Turtle’ is a newly refurbished home-away-from-home Island Retreat! This home is conveniently located in the heart of the island within walking distance to the Beach, Dining, Shopping, and Entertainment. Two-Story, 4-bedroom, 2 bath home with extensive outdoor entertainment space and expansive front porch. Enjoy the best beaches (0.3 miles), award winning dining, and the Pleasure Pier (0.9 miles), all within walking distance or short car ride.

The first-floor masterbedroom features a comfortable queen bed with a 13.5 inch mattress dressed in linens. The bedroom also contains a Smart TV, closet, and ensuite bathroom, including a large walk-in shower with a rainfall shower head and handheld sprayer combo. Premium, spa-like Towels provided.

Second floor guests have an abundance of accommodation options, including a spacious bunkroom, with a full-over-full bunk bed, which sleeps four guests comfortably. The additional trundle bed allows for sleeping arrangement expansion. The second bedroom features a King bed with a luxury 12” mattress and dressed linens, a flat screen Smart TV, dresser and closet. Additionally, there is a third bedroom on the second floor, with a comfortable queen bed, 12” mattress, Smart TV, Chest and closet. All beds with high-quality, memory foam mattress. Second floor guests Enjoy a full bathroom with marble tile surround.

A Pack & Play is available in 2nd floor bedroom closet.

The Kitchen is sure to please any chef! Stainless steel appliances, full-size refrigerator, ice maker, water dispenser and cookware for making delicious meals is only a few of the charming options this kitchen has to offer. The kitchen also includes a Ninja Coffee Maker, Blender & Toaster, amongst other amenities.

When not exploring the beaches and what the island has to offer in entertainment (restaurants/bars, Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn, The Docks, The ‘Strand’, The Pier), the living space boasts a comfortable genuine-leather sofa and seating for entertaining friends or family, along with a 65” 4K Smart TV.

In the Backyard, guests will enjoy a firepit and lighted custom deck space for entertaining. In the enclosed storage shed, you will find everything needed for an enjoyable day at the beach. This includes a wagon, rolling cooler, boogie boards, beach toys and beach chairs for easy transport back and forth.

Guest Access

Parking for vehicles is located in the back of the home in a private, enclosed garage and driveway. There is also room for one vehicle in the front of the house. This allows easy access to your vehicles when you’re ready to explore everything Galveston has to offer!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    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 There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Memory Foam Mattress
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator (full Size) Stovetop
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Rainfall Showerhead Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Bodyboard On Site Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Sports Equipment
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Beach Toys Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near The Sea
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 11

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Review Review

  • Jennifer

    Submitted Dec 10, 2025

    Stayed Dec 5, 2025

    Parking was great and loved the location. We had a great time and any questions were quickly answered. Definitely recommend!

  • LUCY P.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2026

    Stayed Jan 31, 2026

    Perfect location. Nice comfy house - very spacious. The board and card games kept our kiddos entertained! Comfy beds. All 10 of us had a GREAT TIME! Thank you!

  • Submitted Jan 11, 2026

    Stayed Jan 8, 2026

    We loved staying at this house!! Fantastic location - walked to seawall, Bryan Museum and several bars and restaurants. Quick drive to the Strand! Everything was clean and functioning. Jason was extremely welcoming and receptive. Lots of area to spread out and/or gather, and the little back yard patio was wonderful. Will definitely stay here our next trip to Galveston!

  • Lety M.

    Submitted Nov 20, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Nice house for 4 couples. House was cozy and comfortable. We had trouble with the water heater the first night/day and had to take cold showers (not fun!), but the host was quick to call the plumber and got the issue fixed promptly.

  • Rocio G.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    Location was perfect, everything was just a few minutes away, beach, stores, restaurants and entertainment. It was a great place for the family with plenty of space for comfort. The bunk bed room was great for the kids and every room had a tv. Small yard that was perfect for dog and the kids to play in. Enjoyed the stay!

  • Susan L.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    We were able to park a couple of cars in the back of the house, and were able to park our other car in the front. There was also space for additional vehicles if we had had them. The host was on top of things, and made sure to communicate regularly, including after we checked in to make sure everything was okay. I appreciate that. We were able to grill our steaks on the grill that was provided, and the kitchen was very well supplied. We enjoyed our annual stay in Galveston for the Walk to End Alzheimer's.

  • Amanda T.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    simple check in- roomy kitchen

  • Frank L.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    I usually don’t leave negative reviews, but I felt this was important for future guests. Unfortunately, this property did not match what was advertised on the listing.When we arrived, the place was clearly an older beat up house. Some things just seemed like they were half-prepped such as provided adequate necessities for a listing for 8 guests. It felt more like an empty shell than a vacation rental — where we had to buy a few of our own essentials such as cooking oil, paper towels, shampoo. The photos and description gave the impression that it would be stocked and ready for guests, but it clearly wasn’t.In addition, we encountered serious cleanliness issues. There were visible rodent droppings in the kitchen, and we saw cockroaches in the bedroom and bathroom during our stay. This made it very difficult to feel comfortable in the space.For the price we paid, we expected at least the minimum comforts and a little more care in preparing the space.This could be a decent spot if properly managed, but as it stands now, it’s just not guest-ready. I would not recommend booking unless the listing is updated and more accurate to the actual condition of the place.

  • Christine C.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    Enjoyed the house, was perfect for our 3 day stay. We liked the short walk to the beach and many places around the area including Pleasure Pier.

  • Lara A.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    Good location, walking distance to the beach. The kids loved all the toys that they for guests to use. There was enough space for 8 of us to be comfortable. We would stay there again.

  • Linda H.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed Jun 1, 2025

    The house nicely met our needs - kids, 4 grandchildren and our dogs - with the bunkbeds and fenced yard. The location was good too with being 5 minutes or so to the beach and to the Strand. We enjoyed our stay.

  • Laurie D.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 7, 2025

    The property was just what we were looking for. Great location and plenty of parking. We enjoyed our stay and plan to return.

  • Kristen Bethany T.

    Submitted May 4, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    Such a great location and great ambiance for a family vacation! Everything we needed for a family holiday in Galveston and very attentive host. We would definitely stay again.

  • Briana A.

    Submitted Apr 26, 2025

    Stayed Apr 22, 2025

    We were very happy with our stay and the accommodations! The property managers were excellent to us and the rental was amazing! We had so much fun!

  • Patrick H.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    Very nice. Perfect for our guided fishing only 8 min away form tge marina.

  • Alen C.

    Submitted Mar 19, 2025

    Stayed Mar 15, 2025

    House was clean spacious and perfectly located, walkable to beach and restaurants. Excellent communication by the hosts as well.Our family of 5 plus dog were very comfortable and would gladly stay there again.

  • Michael M.

    Submitted Mar 11, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    Great location just a few blocks from the seawall. Condition of the house was great and the backyard was great with a wood fire pit. It was very close to the historic house district and the Strand. There are a few great breweries in Galveston that you have to check out we spent time in the backyard around the fire pit and you could hear the Golf. There is a great little corner store probably a half a block away. The lady works there was super nice and you can get all your basics there if you forget anything. It was a great base location.

  • Bill S.

    Submitted Feb 15, 2025

    Stayed Feb 6, 2025

    Everything was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well appointed and it was not far from restaurants and shopping. We enjoyed our time there!

  • Jerry M.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2024

    Great house in a very convenient location.

  • Mae C.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay very much. Had plenty of room for nine adults and one toddler. Everything we needed was there. I do recommend!

  • Patti B.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2024

    Stayed Jun 23, 2024

    Great!!!!! Will be back!!!

  • Lezlie D.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    We’re a family of 6 plus dogs that usually has a hard time finding something everyone likes. We had plenty of room and the location was perfect for everything we wanted to do. The beds were comfy and loved having a tv in all the rooms. The shower in the downstairs room is AMAZING!!

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