experience the historic charm!
Your Island Getaway! One Block to the Beach!
THE SEA TURTLE GETAWAY is a charming restored 1923 cottage with all the modern upgrades, just one block from the beach. This is your island getaway with the seawall and all its amenities just minutes from the cottage! Enjoy long morning walks on the beach collecting seashells or spend the day at the beach using our beach wagon for an easy stroll! Whatever you decide, this is the perfect place for making Family Memories or a Fabulous Girls Weekend Getaway!
Experience the historic charm of our 3-bedroom 1923 Galveston cottage with wide open spaces and original hardwood flooring throughout, original solid wood doors throughout, all original millwork throughout, gourmet kitchen, newly remodeled, decorated with vintage décor and antiques, and has a large, fenced backyard with an outdoor shower and patio!
Gourmet Kitchen has everything you will need to cook a fabulous meal! Coffee bar with Keurig coffee pot, electric kettle, gas range, microwave, blender, toaster, pots and pans, serving pieces for entertaining and table linens for the final touch!
The Front Parlor has a large wood table for 6 to host family dinners or game nights! We have lots of games and puzzles in the cottage for your enjoyment! It also has 2 plush swivel rocking chairs to curl up in with a good book or a glass of wine!
The Family Room is open to the kitchen and seats 6. New comfy sofa and swivel chair, large smart TV with Roku, Netflix, Amazon & More.
Your Bathroom is freshly remodeled and stocked with toiletries in case you forgot yours at home. Shampoo, soap and hair dryer provided.
Guest Suite #1 has a comfy queen bed and black out shades for long afternoon naps! It also has a vintage dresser with mirror, 2-night tables, and a side chair.
Guest Suite #2 also has a comfy queen bed, 2-night tables, black out shades, large French mirror with dresser below, antique French armoire with extra blankets and pillows, and a side chair.
Guest Suite #3 has two twin beds with antique wicker headboards, TV, chair and mirror.
Large Front Porch to relax and enjoy the gulf breezes! Patio furniture with seating for two.
The Fenced Backyard is private and has a large patio, gas grill, and patio furniture that seats 6 for your enjoyment. We also just added an outdoor shower with hot and cold water!
WE HAVE A BEACH WAGON, 2 BEACH CHAIRS, BOOGIE BOARDS, AND SAND TOYS FOR OUR GUESTS TO USE
THE COTTAGE HAS A STACKABLE WASHER AND DRYER FOR OUR GUESTS
Visit Historic Galveston Texas!
Galveston Texas is rich in history and has over 200 Historical Markers, numerous museums, and many Monuments spread throughout the island for visitors to explore!
List of Museums:
Galveston Railroad Museum, Galveston Historic Seaport Museum, Galveston Navel Museum, Moody Mansion Museum, Galveston Children's Museum, The Bryan Museum, and the Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Museum.
Galveston's first European settler was the pirate Jean Lafitte who established the initial colony in 1817. You can visit the remains of Lafitte's home at 1417 Harborside Drive. The marker was erected in 1965 by the Texas Historical Commission.
After 1836 Galveston became a wealthy seaport, known as the "Wall Street of the West." You can visit the historical seaport today and tour the museum. Purchase tickets through Galvestonhistory.org to step aboard the 1877 Ship Elissa.
You certainly don't want to miss touring one of the Broadway Mansions (1892 Bishops Palace & 1895 Moody Mansion). The Bishop's Palace, also known as the Gresham's Castle, is an ornate 19,082 square foot Victorian Castle designed by the famous architect Nicholas Clayton and was cited by the American Institute of Architects as one of the 100 most important buildings in America. The Moody Mansion is 28,000 sq.ft. and was built by a powerful Texas family who made their money in cotton, ranching, banking, insurance, and hotels. Go to Galvestonhistory.org to purchase tickets.
Tour the Bryan Museum on 21st Street. It houses the world's largest private collection of historical artifacts, documents, and artwork relating to Texas and the American West, spanning 12,000 years of history. It is located in the Historic Galveston Orphans Home and surrounded by exquisite grounds and landscaping.
You can't miss the Historic Strand District! By the 1880's, the Galveston Business District was hopping, and the Strand's collection of iron-fronted buildings were considered the finest concentration of 19th century commercial architecture in the nation! The Historic Strand District has Antique Shops, Restaurants, Gift Shops, and More. Don't miss a visit to the famous Candy Factory, "La King's Confectionery," for homemade candy, ice cream and more! Then jump right across the street to the 1895 Hutchings, Sealy & Co. Building. This is another building designed by Nicholas Clayton. Then try one of our favorite places to shop on The Strand: "Gracie's Gift Shop," located at 2022 Strand.
Finally, take time to spend a day on the famous Galveston beaches, considered the playground of the South! On the historic Seawall you'll want to carve out a little time to visit the Pleasure Pier (cottage is just a few blocks walking distance) with its many rides for the kids and restaurants. Finally, you must try to include a visit to Moody Gardens. Moody Gardens has a beach, golf course, 3D movie theatre, Aquarium, and so much more! Go to Galveston.com for all things to do in Galveston.
Please feel free when you're booking your reservation to ask any questions about things to do if you only have a few days, we would be happy to give you our recommendations.
Rates
Rates vary depending on the season
Mardi Gras weeks $300 per night
w/3 Night Minimum
Biker Rally Weekend $300 per night
w/3 Night Minimum
January - February Rates (2 Night Minimum)
M-Thurs $150 per night
Weekends - $165
March - May Rates (2 Night Minimum)
M-Thurs $175
Weekends $190
June - August (3 Night minimum)
M - Thurs $220
Weekends $275
July 1-5th - $325 per night w/4-night minimum
September - December (2 Night Minimum)
M-Thurs $160
Weekends $175
November 24-26th $200 w/3 Night Minimum
December 23rd - January 1 $275 w/3 Night Minimum
A $400 refundable deposit is required with a credit card upon booking AND YOU MUST BE 26 YEARS or OLDER TO BOOK. In addition, there is a one-time cleaning fee of $150, plus all local taxes required by the City of Galveston.
COTTAGE RULES:
- NO PARTIES OR EVENTS ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY
- NO SMOKING ALLOWED ON THE PROPERTY ($400 FINE)
- NO PETS ALLOWED, NO EXCEPTIONS ($400 FINE)
- YOU MUST BE 26 YRS OR OLDER TO RENT COTTAGE
- MAXIMUM # OF GUESTS ON THE PROPERTY AT ANY GIVEN TIME IS 6
- ANY UNREGISTERED GUESTS WILL RESULT IN A $400 FINE
- QUIET HOURS ARE BETWEEN 10PM-7AM
- WASH FEET AFTER BEACH ACTIVITIES AT THE SAND WASHING STATION
- NO SHOES IN COTTAGE TO PROTECT THE 100 YR OLD WOOD FLOORS
- NO WET TOWELS OR SWIMSUITS ON FURNITURE OR WOOD FLOORS. 2 TOWEL HOOKS ARE IN EACH BEDROOM AND OUTSIDE BY THE OUTDOOR SHOWER
- CHECK-IN IS ANYTIME AFTER 4PM ON YOUR ARRIVAL DAY
- CHECK-OUT IS ANYTIME BEFORE 10AM ON YOUR DEPARTURE DAY-STRICT POLICY! YOU MUST HAVE LATE CHECK-OUT APPROVED IN WRITING VIA EMAIL OR IT WILL RESULT IN A $200 FINE PER EACH 15 MINUTES.
- CHECK-OUT IS SIMPLE - LOAD ALL DISHES AND DISHWASHER AND START, ALL DIRTY TOWELS IN BATHTUB, AND ALL TRASH IN BAGS AND PLACED IN GARBAGE BIN
- PLEASE INFORM US OF ANY SPILLS OR DAMAGE SO WE CAN DISCUSS ARRANGEMENTS FOR REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR CHARGES IF NEEDED
- IF YOU VIOLATE THE SMOKING, PET POLICY, HAVE UNREGISTERED GUESTS, HAVE A PARTY OR EVENT, YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE IMMEDIATELY AND ALL PAYMENTS AND FEES WILL BE FORFEITED
WE WANT YOUR STAY AT THE SEA TURTLE GETAWAY TO BE MEMORABLE AND IF YOU NEED ANYTHING WE ARE JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY!
WE HAVE A COTTAGE CONCIERGE TO ASSIST AND ANSWER ALL YOUR QUESTIONS 24/7!