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Sea Isle Canal Retreat: Kayaks, Fishing, Pet Friendly & Cozy Comfort!

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Marina
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Pool

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Sea Isle Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, San Luis Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Jamaica Beach
    ‪10 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.

Sea Isle Canal Retreat: Kayaks, Fishing, Pet Friendly & Cozy Comfort!

Welcome to Keepin' It Reel – Your Perfect Beach Getaway in Sea Isle, Galveston, TX

Nestled in the charming Sea Isle Beach Community, Keepin' It Reel offers the ultimate retreat for friends and family. With its updated amenities, spacious accommodations, and prime location, this beach house is the perfect choice for your next coastal escape.

Key Features:

Location:

Situated in the vibrant Sea Isle Beach Community in Galveston, TX

Conveniently close to local attractions, restaurants, and marina amenities

Bedrooms:

Three Bedrooms:

Upstairs Suite: King bed with daybed, attached bathroom

Main Level Bedroom 1: King bed, sliding glass door access to the deck

Main Level Bedroom 2: Two twin bunk beds and one queen bed

Additional sleeping options:

Pull-out couch with a full bed (sleeps 2)

Three air mattresses available (1 queen, 2 twin) with bedding provided

Sleeps 12 comfortably
Bathrooms:

Main Floor: Shower/tub combo, double sinks

Upstairs: Spacious tub with shower, double sinks, washer/dryer

Outdoor Bathroom: Separate toilet and shower near the boat dock with high water pressure (like a massage!)

Hair dryers provided in both full bathrooms

Kitchen:

Fully updated with quartz countertops and modern appliances

Fully stocked for hosting, including serving trays, bowls, and utensils

Dining options:

Bar area with five bar-height chairs

Round kitchen table with four bar-height chairs and two additional chairs

Outdoor Spaces:

Decks:

Large upper deck overlooking the canal with seating for relaxing and nighttime fish watching in the green lights

Smaller front deck for breathtaking sunsets

Boat Dock: Fits up to a 21’ boat. Guests can arrange to bring their boat in advance.

Extras for Fun and Relaxation:

Fishing and floating on the bay

Large Lilly pad float (attaches to the dock)

6 kayaks, boogie boards, floats, and Cornhole boards (guests must rinse and return after use)

Extras for Fun and Relaxation:

Fishing and floating on the bay

Large Lilly pad float (attaches to the dock)

6 kayaks, boogie boards, floats, and Cornhole boards (guests must rinse and return after use)

Beach sandcastle supplies, bait bucket, and cooler available

Grill:

5-burner propane grill for outdoor cooking

Nearby Amenities:

Marina with two restaurants, a store, and a bait shop

Community pool with key access (guest pass available for $100 from the marina office)

Technology & Entertainment:

WiFi: High-speed internet throughout the property

Smart TVs:

65” in the living room

55” in the upstairs bedroom

55” downstairs/outside

Pet-Friendly:

Fully fenced yard with an automated large dog door

$40/pet fee (up to 3 dogs)

Large Kong kennel provided (stored under the stairs)

Pets must not be left unattended without a kennel

Games & Activities:

Variety of board games, puzzles, card games, and dice games for family fun

Cornhole boards for outdoor entertainment

Other Options:

If Keepin' It Reel is booked, check out our other beach house, Surf Shack, located just two canals over:
https://www.vrbo.com/2643786?unitId=3214404

Book your stay at Keepin' It Reel and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones in beautiful Sea Isle, Galveston, TX!
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at this vacation home. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Sea Isle Beach. A gym and laundry facilities are available. 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
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Sea Isle Beach and a few minutes from Terramar Beach
This vacation home offers its guests a fitness center, barbecue grills, and a garden. 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/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 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

  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

No parking on the grass inside the gate.
No jumping off the upper deck or boat dock into canal. It is only 3-5ft in the canal.
No fireworks on the upper deck.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Up to 3 pets allowed for a $40 fee

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 GVR13655

Property is also known as

House
Updated Canal House! Dog Friendly!
Updated Canal House! Dog Friendly! Galveston
Keepin' it Reel Updated Bay House! Dog Friendly!
Keepin' it Reel Updated Canal House! Dog Friendly!
Updated Canal House! Dog Friendly! Private vacation home

Reviews

Sea Isle Canal Retreat: Kayaks, Fishing, Pet Friendly & Cozy Comfort! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gerald L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this house! It was very well equipped and had everything we needed to feel comfortable. We had a great time and will be back again. Owners very responsive to any questions we had. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Feels like home - with a better appointed kitchen - very nice and serene. Very clean, coastal, super nice and casual. Exceeded our expectations and had a great weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed at this place previously and we thoroughly enjoyed it and once again we stayed here recently and everything including our host was amazing! Highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

heather c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in the best neighbor on the island. They have it all! Water toys, beach toys, fishing lights, spices, appliances, you name it, they have it. The house was super clean and fresh for our arrival. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candyce A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was amazing! All the amenities you could possibly need from hanging out in the canal to cooking . We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was awesome!!! We are Sea Isle regulars and this place can’t be beat. Love love love!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

wan k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

The “Reel” Deal

We had a great stay this property. Everything as described. Plenary to do and all the supplies you need. Just bring family and food. Everything else is there. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chi N.

Liked: Cleanliness

1st time experience & won't be the last!

This property was exactly as described! It's beautiful and had everything we needed and more! For the outside, there were multiple water toys, fishing pier, outdoor bathroom and grills, and nighttime lighting. Inside, there were 3-bedrooms (separate quarters, perfect for multi-family units), plenty of seating for relaxing and hanging out, and fully equipped kitchen. Everything was clean, neat, and had a great beachy feel. Plus, they're dog friendly! The host kept in contact and responded quickly. They are super sweet and understand,10/10! Thank you for all the beautiful memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

New favorite!!!!

We absolutely adored this house! Beautiful, clean and comfortable! Every amenity you can think of! We stay in several beach houses and this was our absolute favorite. The host was wonderful and made sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing Trip

Enjoyed the stay, the house had all the amenities we needed and slept 10-12 comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayson and Katerra P.

Liked: Cleanliness

FANTASTIC!!! BOOK NOW!!

We had a fantastic time the house has everything you need for a vacation away from home, they miss nothing! The beds are so comfortable and the house is impeccably clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarena M., houston tx

Liked: Cleanliness

Felt Like Home with VIP Treatment!

We had an incredible stay at Keepin’ It Reel! The owners were beyond communicative and thoughtful, making our family get-together so special. They went above and beyond by leaving New Year’s Eve napkins, plates, and festive decor for our celebration—such a kind touch!We were also thrilled to find everything we needed for our seafood boil, including those big trays that made cleanup a breeze. The beds were amazingly comfortable, and the entire house just felt like home.The owners treated us like VIPs, and it’s clear they care about every detail of their guests’ experience. Our whole family loved it, and we’ll absolutely be back again! Thank you for an unforgettable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Galveston Trip

We enjoyed our stay at Natasha and Brian’s house. They were for attentive and answered any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C., Seabrook TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place - look no further.

This home and the host are amazing. Everything you need and or would want is there. We’ve actually booked this house twice. Beds are comfortable, showers amazing, fully stocked kitchen. And the outside is just as good. Our dog loves the fenced in yard. There’s corn hole, kayaking and paddle boards to use. A nice grill with great furniture to hangout on the water. Beach access is a couple minutes away. I rent a lot on VRBO, and love trying different places but this gem you will be a repeat like me. AC works great too. The access to a bathroom while you are downstairs is great for those who don’t want to go up. If we could give 10 stars we would.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarena M., houston tx

Liked: Cleanliness

One of the Best in Sea Isle

This is our 4th stay at "Keepin it Reel" and it never disappoints! The house is stunning, impeccably clean, and incredibly comfortable. The A/C in the master bedroom is phenomenal, and the beds are some of the most comfortable we've ever slept in. My husband is absolutely in love with the outdoor shower – it's such a unique and enjoyable feature. The hosts are amazing, always communicative, and they go above and beyond to provide extras that you won't find in other rentals. The attention to detail and the thoughtfulness in making guests feel at home truly sets this property apart. "Keepin it Reel" is hands down one of the best in Sea Isle. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

The best

Beautiful property but the aspects that make it stand out from the rest were the exceptional cleanliness, immediate and thorough communication directly with the owners, all the extras. If you’re scrolling through properties trying make a choice, book this one and you won’t regret it. Owners will make sure of it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Company retreat

Brian and Natasha the host were absolutely amazing. The house was perfect and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austen T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Family Getaway

The pictures of the property are accurate and reliable. The house was cleaned and prepared earlier than the check in time and the owners were in constant communication. If you have a family with kids and you do not want to pack up a car load of items for a beach trip, this is the house for you. It was fully equipped with any and everything you could need for a family weekend to the beach. It had amazing sitting spaces inside and out and all of the grilling equipment was high quality and excellently maintained. All of the toys (kayaks, lillipad, crab traps, beach toys) were easy to access and put up at the end of your trip. The inside was extremely clean and well supplied as well, with tons of little things that made the house special. We will 100% be going back to this one.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet Retreat

Our family and bonus kiddos had a last minute Spring Break getaway to this home and it was a perfect retreat. The pictures do not do it justice, although they are beautiful too. It’s a perfect cozy home, beyond equipped for anything all you could need. I am an avid renter on Vrbo and this was one of our best experiences to date in terms of hospitality. Thank you Rudis family for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarena M., houston tx

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Property & Owners!

As owners of two vacation rentals, we're consistently amazed by the exceptional quality of this place, always surpassing our expectations. We have a rather large family so we also rent the neighboring house, The Merry Yacht. Both properties comfortably accommodating 12 people and are incredibly pet-friendly — they even have a gate between the properties. Undoubtedly, the seamless combination of these two homes, their amenities, and the incredible green light fishing, provides an unbeatable vacation experience in the west end.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place!

This is the perfect place, perfect location with perfect hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023