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Pet friendly canal retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8129 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Jamaica Beach, TX
  • Place, Galveston Island State Park Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Jamaica Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Pet friendly canal retreat

'Turtle retreat' is a place where you can relax, enjoy the sunrise and make memories with your family. The house includes a dumb-waiter to bring up your groceries or send food and drinks downstairs. It is also equipped with a whole house natural gas generator, cargo lift for your suitcases and freestanding icemaker to make your trip more enjoyable.

We have plenty of games for the kids and there is a smart TV in every room.

Fishing rods provided so you can fish right off your private dock.
Guest access
There is an owner's closet upstairs and downstairs that locked. It is where cleaning supplies are located for our cleaning crew between guests. These supplies are locked up to avoid being accidentally ingested by young children. All other spaces are completely accessible to our guests.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Jamaica Beach. Features include laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 14 minutes by foot from Jamaica Beach and a 2-minute drive from Galveston Island State Park Beach
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,392 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Damage - Please notify us immediately of any damage or malfunctions so we can repair or replace those items during your stay.
Noise - Please no excessive noise, music, or rowdy behavior. A majority of our neighbors are full-time residents of Jamaica Beach.
Parties - Absolutely no parties or large gatherings of unregistered guests. Illegal drug use and excessive drinking is prohibited.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: For more than 1 pet, please contact us.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number STR25-000154

Pet friendly canal retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole sonnier U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful time! Potty bags were there for my pup. And the kitchen is so well appointed. More utensils and appliances than I needed. The coffee bar was great. Great books, games, toys. It is a beautiful home and in a great location. So peaceful. My daughter caught her first fish!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Piper C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is amazing! It is immaculately clean and has all the amenities you could want. Host is very responsive to questions. Easy check in and check out. Will definitely stay again.
View from porch
View from porch
View from porch
Green light at house for fishing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paige P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing stay at this house! The views are absolutely stunning, and the location right on the canal is perfect. The home is thoughtfully equipped with everything you could possibly need, making the stay feel extra special and effortless. The owners were wonderful—easy to communicate with and very responsive. We would happily stay here again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Misty T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house had everything you could possibly need. Very nice. Very clean. Great place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Janelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed every bit of our stay. Leanne was very responsive and an excellent host. The house was clean and spacious. The house had all the essentials and more. The kitchen was large and well equipped. Centrally located and a nice neighborhood. We will book again the next time we visit the Galveston area. Thanks Leanne!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra F., Baytown

Liked: Cleanliness
This home was amazingly beautiful and very comfortable and in a great spot. And the host was very polite and communicated well with whatever i needed. i would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time at Turtle Retreat. This place was amazing and the most equipped house and cleanest one we have ever stayed at and the location was perfect. They have thought of everything!! Perfect place to relax, have family time and lots of fishing. My husband said I picked a perfect place to stay!! Leanne was very helpful in facilitating our rental plans. Wonderful host!We definitely plan on coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri E.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect stay! They thought of everything we would need and extra kind to allow us to use the luggage lift. We hope to rent again in a month! Perfect stay and host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIKE B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerston Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Spot!

House is clean and well stocked. Very spacious and well laid out for people and all our beach/fishing gear. Beds and couch are very comfortable. Double deck was awesome for fishing and crabbing! Easy to contact host and overall wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Jamaica Beach Turtle Retreat

We had a wonderful time at Turtle Retreat. The home was well stocked, clean and comfortable. The hosts were great with responding to communication and providing all the necessary information for the property. Proximity and easy access to the beach was awesome. Highly recommend this home. We will be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend get away

The beach house was perfect for our needs. It has all the amenities you will need to enjoy a weekend get away. Our friends were very impressed with the place and can't wait to book again sometime. We cooked, we fished, we hung out both indoors and outdoors with our families and it was great. Beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelon W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat

The house was perfect and very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rex W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place!

This was one of the most equipped houses and cleanliness ones we have ever stayed at and loved the location and area will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely vacation home

You’ve thought of everything. The home was exceptionally clean and well stocked. The view and fishing were fabulous. Will stay here the next time we come to Galveston.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Jamaica get away

Leanne was extremely helpful in facilitating our rental plans and the place was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole P.

Liked: Cleanliness

This is the PLACE!

Talk about convience! This house has everything you need to relax, have family time and tons of fishing, including a bait shop just down the road. The beds were so comfortable after a long day and night of fishing. The host who has was amazing and very quick responses.This house is generously stocked, all you need to bring is food, drnks, and clothes! We had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place in Jamaica Beach

Great communication with the owners. Will definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely amazing host!

We stay in galveston very often and find most properties to provide the bear minimum, but not the Turtle Retreat! It was amazing. All the small totes we pack along like seasonings and kcups they had it. The price is worth the stay. Will be back probably everytime we come
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennings J., Magnolia, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time with Dad!

Dad's getting a little too old (83 yo)to go bay fishing in a boat, so this was the next best thing for him. Lots of fish over the underground Greenlight, we just couldn't get them to bite. Other than that we had a great time with Pop, Watching him do one of the things he loved made this trip so worth it! The bay was perfect and clean, and the bed was very comfy. I can't say enough good things about the host, but I will say she was nothing short of wonderful! We'll be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home w/ exceptional owner

My family just enjoyed an excellent stay at this beautiful house in Jamaica Beach. The owner was very communicative, very helpful, and has a beautiful home. There was plenty of space for my 3 kids to play and lots of great features including a fully fenced upstairs deck with a gate to the stairs. Short trip to the beach, fishing available right downstairs, and a quiet neighborhood. Really enjoyed it, and will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

We rent several houses a year to get away and this was definitely in the top. Communication with the owner was above and beyond and the house was amazing! It was well stocked and very clean. We really enjoyed our stay here and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Demetria M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short birthday getaway

This was one of the cleanest VRBO I have ever visited. This home felt like home and truly had everything you need inside and outside . All I needed was my clothes and toiletries. The owner responded very quickly to questions . I’m definitely renting this property again! My kids were even impressed. Thanks for the great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024