Best beach home value in Galveston - Food & drinks poolside (closed in winter)

Galveston, TX, USA

House1662 sq. ft.
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Min Stay: 2 - 3 nights

Luxurious 3 Beds & 3 Baths. Sleeps 6 adults & 2 children.

KATHY'S KOTTAGE is a 3-bed, 3-bath beach house perfect for families.

LARGER: Enjoy 450sf more space than a 1 story Pointe West home.

LUXURY AMENITIES: granite, flat screens, and SS appliances.

GROOMED BEACH is a 3 minute walk past 5 houses to the dune walkover.

PANORAMIC VIEWS from 2 large decks - see the beach, the bay and beautiful sunsets. Outdoor dining as well. . . bring binoculars!

THE BEACH CLUB: Pointe West is Texas' premier beach front resort, and your stay includes FULL ACCESS to all its amenities for a small fee.

THE POINTE RESTAURANT & BAR: Great open-air bar upstairs with Restaurant down. Order food and drinks poolside. (closed during winter months)

SUNSET POOL & LAZY RIVER are across the road on the bay side.

AMENITIES: infinity-edge pool … hot tub ... kiddie pool ... fitness center ... billiard room ... cabanas ... gas BBQ grills ... Breezes café ... Topsiders Bar ... fire pits ... fishing pier ... golf cart paths ... PLEASE CLICK 'MORE DETAILS' BELOW ..v..

PLEASE RESPECT OUR HOME! Kathy's Kottage is also our second home! We will try our best to keep it just as fresh for you as the way we would want it when we arrive, and we hope that you would do the same for us. ....

MAGNIFICENT SUNSETS, but no direct western sun to run you off.

(BE CAREFUL renting properties that have the back deck facing west, the sun can be unbearable in the afternoons.) ...

RYSON REAL ESTATE: Kathy's Kottage is managed by a professional Galveston company. Your reservations and funds are safe and secure. ...

GOLF CARTS are available at Rick's right down the street.

Galveston is our favorite getaway!: SO MANY THINGS TO DO from the beach to the bay, from the Strand to the Seawall....RESTAURANTS ARE EVERYWHERE - We eat on the seawall, head to the Strand for desert, and then listen to and watch outdoor artists at work ....

GALVESTON PLEASURE PIER is so much fun for all ages....

THE STRAND is world famous for it's shopping and festivals....

MOODY GARDENS: Rain forest pyramid, Aquarium, Beach, Theaters and more...

SCHLITTERBAHN WATER PARK: Shipwreck Harbor, Blastenhoff, Surfenburg, indoor and outdoor pools!...

MUSEUMS: Railroad, Flight, Tall ship Elssa, Seawolf Park & more...

PUBS, Dance Clubs and Live Music venues are plentiful....

ALSO: Bungy jumping & putt-putt golf....

FESTIVALS: Mardi Gras, Dickens on the Strand, Chili Fest, Shrimp Fest....

Spring Break in March. These weeks should be booked well in advance....

The Sand Castle contest is in June....

The biker Rally is in November....

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TIMESHARE OWNERS:

If you have very nice timeshare like a Marriott, Westin, Hyatt, Hilton, etc.., and you can would like to offer a great summer or ski week for a trade into this house, please let me know.

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3 Bedrooms

Sleeps 10

Owner

Terry Hinze

Member Since 2010

Speaks:
english

Calendar last updated:
Jan 19, 2019

Amenities

TV
Washer & Dryer
Satellite or Cable
Children Welcome
Internet
Air Conditioning
Heater
Parking
Hot Tub

Bathrooms

3 Bathrooms

Master Bath
toilet, shower, jetted tub, Private luxurious bathroom with Jacuzzi. 2nd Fl
Bathroom 2
toilet, combination tub/shower, 1st Fl
Bathroom 3
toilet, combination tub/shower, Kids bath. 2nd Fl
Outdoor shower
outdoor shower, Kids bath. 2nd Fl

After a long day in the sun, refresh yourself with a luxury whirlpool bath.

Location Type

Beach
Resort
Beach View
Yes, you can easily see the beach from the top deck.
Ocean View
The ocean AND bay views are spectacular! You can see OVER 180 degrees.

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Fitness Room / Equipment
Telephone
No telephone. Please bring your cell phones.
Heating
Linens Provided
Everything is already in place at Kathy's Kottage upon arrival. No linen rental!
Washing Machine
Upstairs in the utility room. Bring detergent.
Clothes Dryer
Upstairs in the utility room.
Sofa Bed
Parking
Garage
Sorry, the garage is not available to our guests.
Internet
Towels Provided
Air Conditioning
Central air and heat. New system was installed over-sized to help cool the house quicker.
Wireless Internet
Iron & Board
Alarm Clock
Ceiling Fans
Local Activities Guide
Local Maps
Paper Towels
Shampoo
Basic Soaps
Toilet Paper
Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
Public parking on next block - an easy walk.

Kitchen

4 Ring Stove
Dishwasher
No need to hand wash. Before leaving please wash the dishes.
Freezer
Stove
Oven
Microwave
Large over-the-stove microwave.
Grill
Refrigerator
Stainless side-by-side.
Cooking Utensils
Your choice of stainless steel and non-stick pots and pans.
Coffee Maker
Toaster
Blender
Ice Maker
Dishes & Utensils
Kitchen
Oh my God. You have to see the large Kitchen with all the stainless appliances and granite counters! The stove is flat glass top for easy clean up.

Dining

Dining Room
comfy seating for 9 people

Entertainment

Television
Satellite / Cable
DirecTV has over 200 channels & a DVR High Definition and flat screens in every room!
Radio
Stereo
CD Player
DVD Player
Pool Table

Outside

Balcony
Two very large decks. One on each floor. Views, views and more views.
Barbecue
Outdoor Grill
Wood Deck
Deck / Patio
Beneath the house is all the outdoor deck you need. It's perfect for socializing around the BBQ pit.

Suitability

Long-term Renters Welcome

Pool / Spa

Communal Pool
Large infinity pool Kiddie pool at the fabulous Pointe West Beach Club. My membership extends to all renters/guests. Lazy River pool across the street on the bay side.
Hot Tub
Shared Hot Tub
There is a great hot tub at the Beach Club.
jetted tub
Yes, there is a Jacuzzi!

House Rules

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.

28 Reviews

Wonderful4.8/5

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Good place! A few maintenance things would make it perfect!

4/5

Stayed Oct 2018

Zachariah S.

We stayed here for a family vacation. It was a good place to stay. The balconies (on both level 2 and 3) are child safe! The internet/cable was great (some reviews say there are issues with this, they have been solved). The kitchen while well equipped, could use some maintenance - the ice maker didnt work, the water from the fridge was incredibly slow, one cabinet drawer was just gone (missing), another cabinet drawer has been "repaired" and was very hard to open. The "kids" room on level 3 was great, but the master whirlpool bath, didnt whirlpool.

The accommodations were first class! Kitchen accessories to furnishings!

5/5

Stayed Sep 2018

Keith Ann B.

Location, very well stocked. Clean, comfortable, lovely pool club 2 minutes away. Would definitely stay again!

Comfortable and nicely decorated

4/5

Stayed Sep 2018

Kenneth W.

A good place for a family or small business retreat. Unfortunate that the pool is not within easy walking distance.

Please don't read this positive review

5/5

Stayed Jul 2018

Patrick G.

I loathe writing this review. See, the home is wonderful and the more people who read this positive review will want to vacation here and that means less of a chance to get a reservation. It is a conflicting situation.

The home is enjoyable, inviting and relaxing. We've stayed on Galveston many times and have seen a broad spectrum of rentals. This home is at the top of the list.

Here are the reasons you will want to stay here:

1) Close to the beach. Whether you walk the block to the dune walkway in the resort or drive down the street to the public beach, it is very close.

2) The decks. The home features 2 decks and I must tell you they are both sensational. The top deck is just perfect. The views are outstanding and the breeze from the water is sensational. The fountain on the resort property turns on at 8am and off at 10pm; yes, much time was spent on the deck.

3) The air conditioning is incredible. If you are concerned about staying cool in the summer, please don't. The AC system is top notch and works flawlessly.

4) Location. It was our first time on the west end and we loved it. It is quiet and relaxed. Yes, Walmart and Starbucks are about 30 minutes away, but the local grocery stores have what you need.

5) The layout. The home is laid out with a bedroom on the main floor and 2 more on the second floor. The living, dining and kitchen are in an open area arrangement. It all works great. When you are upstairs you don't hear anything downstairs.

6) Resort dining. We didn't avail ourselves of any resort amenities, but we did order carryout from the resort restaurant a few times. It is fantastic. There is no elevator to the restaurant, so be prepared to climb three sets of stairs.

7) The owner. Terry is communicative and responsive!

Here are a few things we noted about our stay:

1) King sized bed in master would have been nice.

2) If you like spices when cooking bring your own. It is like other rentals, so just a reminder. If you forget, local grocery stores sell everything.

3) There is a trick for washing the large plates in the dishwasher ... tilt them from the side.

4) On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during the summer, get your cooler ice from the stores early or the night before. Lesson learned.

This home is a gem and one we cannot wait to stay at again. Please don't take the days we want ...

Great Location, clean properties with awesome amenities, and excellent beach.

4/5

Stayed Jul 2018

Randal W.

We loved the property, proximity to the beach, and the amenities offered. However, at the end of a long day at the beach we all plopped down in front of the TV to watch a movie and....nothing. Come to find out the receiver on the dish was completely rusted off and hanging loose. So, no TV. I will admit we did not bring this to the owner’s attention during our short stay, but he was very responsive and helpful when called about logging into WiFi. Would still definitely recommend.

Perfect Family Get-Away!

5/5

Stayed Jun 2018

Tracy D.

Walking in the door everything looked exactly as it was pictured. Enjoying the house was a big part of our vacation; we enjoyed relaxing on the covered decks and spending time in the open living area. The house had nice views and was a short walk to the beach. Cruising in our golf cart was a fun part of enjoying the resort and pools. The Lazy River and Beach House made for fun late afternoon activities after spending time at the beach. Galveston Island will be a place we will return and we will always plan to stay at Kathy’s Kottage. Great memories!

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Galveston, TX, USA

Pointe West, Galveston, Texas . Pirates Beach, Galveston, Texas . Lafittes Cove, Galveston, Texas . Sea Isle, Galveston, Texas . Bermuda Beach, Galveston, Texas . Beachside Village, Galveston, Texas . Jamaica Beach, Galveston, Texas .

Other Activities: surfing, fishing, crabbing, shrimping, bird watching, sun bathing, jet ski rentals, Galveston pleasure pier, Ferris wheel, roller coaster, outlet mall, Bubba Gump Shrimp,

Golf: The Galveston Country Club

Availability

Additional information about rental rates

Cleaning

$205 + Tax

Property Damage Protection

$79

Holiday rates may differ. Detailed rental price includes base rents noted on chart above and: + CLEANING & RESERVATION FEE: $225 + DAMAGE INSURANCE: $79 WINTER TEXANS: Contact me for multi-week or monthly quotes. WEEKEND HOME: You can have a second home without the headaches of ownership. Contact me for custom quotes.

28 Reviews

Wonderful 4.8/5

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