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Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn

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Interior
On the beach
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6108 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Galveston, TX
  • Seawall Beach
    4 min walk
  • 61st Street Fishing Pier
    14 min walk
  • Galveston Island Convention Center
    20 min walk
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    6 min drive

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About this property

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

Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn

Just the thought of a mermaid conjures up pure relaxation and that is exactly what you will experience from the moment you arrive at Mermaid's Retreat where everything is inviting and new and waiting for you to arrive!

From the second you step inside you are greeted with the colors of water and sky, and a view from the door across the living room straight to the Gulf of Mexico.

"Spacious" does not do justice to the expanse of the condo - 2 bedrooms and 2 baths - with over 1100 square feet to spread out and enjoy.

Just as the mermaid is a beautiful creature – Mermaids Retreat has been created beautifully for your vacationing pleasure in Galveston – with each detail considered and your comfort in mind. Just about everything is brand new in 2017 – from the décor to the owners to the customer service you will receive, to the spirit of the playful mermaid that resides within the walls of this condo.

The complex itself has a fitness room, two pools, is beach-front and gated. This particular condo stands out and will quickly become your favorite to visit and talk about. Second floor – offering awesome views – an end unit providing additional natural lighting. The complex is comprised of many buildings of condos – some border the pools and grounds of the complex, this one, while an easy walk to the pools, is truly beach front allowing you to wave watch the balcony, living room and master bedroom.

For your comfort, each of the two bedrooms has a king size bed, large dresser & night stand, 39” flat panel television, quiet 3-speed ceiling fan, and walk in closet. The master features an en-suite bath with tile and glass walk-in shower, luggage rack and hair dryer.

The master bedroom is gulf front allowing you to see the water.

The second bedroom holds the iron & ironing board in the closet and has a second luggage rack.

You will love to gather in the living room of this condo – which is all newly furnished and decorated in a soothing palette that brings to mind colors and movement of the water. The reclining chair is like sitting on a marshmallow – no, a cloud! The sofa is just as comfortable and at night converts to additional sleeping space on an upgraded gel mattress. There is a 42” flat panel television for your group to catch the weather and plan tomorrow’s activities. The quiet 3 speed ceiling fan provides silent comfort – and the sliding door balcony access allows you to watch from inside or out. The balcony offers whicker seating and great views of Babe’s Beach, added through beach expansion in 2016.

The kitchen is perfect for the family chef with stainless appliances including a double door refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, electric cook top range, and dishwasher , plenty of granite counter space for preparation, and countertops appliances including blender, toaster, coffee maker. There are plenty of quality dishes, glassware, flatware and cookware. If total relaxation is the plan, our guest information book will provide you with a list of just some of the local eateries that are the favorites of the lovely family who owns this condo.

The dining room has a table perfect for 6 to gather and enjoy a meal, a board or card game, or great conversation.

The second bath, located near the second bedroom and dining room with common area access, features a tub/shower combination, granite counters and a hair dryer.

You can pack lightly for your vacation, if you wish, as the condo has a full-sized washer & dryer in the unit should you wish to do laundry while you are here. (Because skin can be so sensitive and become accustomed to the laundry products we all use at home, we do not provide these at the condo.)

Technology: Basicc XFinity cable on all televisions, WiFi included at no cost to our guests, and Roku for streaming and Netflix on televisions in both bedrooms and the living room!

Your first stay at Mermaids Retreat will not be your last – you may be calling for your next reservation before you leave!

The Dawn Condominium Complex charge $40.00 per vehicle for stays of 1-3 nights and $50.00 per vehicle for stays of 4 nights or longer as a parking/resort/amenity fees. This is not a charge from My Galveston Getaway and is paid directly to the complex upon your arrival. They will issue a parking permit and may issue wristbands that identify guests who are authorized at the complex. They will also provide guests with the codes for the gates to enter the property - both drive-through and walk through.

Very spacious condo with a covered balcony overlooking the gulf where you can enjoy your morning coffee while wave and bird watching.

What's included: Bed linens for all beds, bath, hand and wash cloth for each guest that the unit welcomes. We do not provide beach/pool towels and we do ask that ours not be removed from the condo and taken to the beach or pool. They can get damaged or lost.

Starter supplies: 2 rolls of 2-ply, quilted toilet paper, a roll of paper towels, a dishwasher tablet, small dishwashing liquid, sponge, 2 small soaps, 2 small shampoos, trash bag, and coffee including sweeteners, stir sticks, powdered creamer to make that first pot. These are not intended to last your entire group through your entire stay - but to get in, get situated and figure out where you will shop for what on the island.

Come Stay With Us at Mermaid's Retreat.

After making your reservation you will receive a link to complete our renters agreement. The only information we request differently than the booking platforms (VRBO/AirBnB) is your personal email address, the names and ages of each person who will be in the property during your stay, and your driver’s license information as well as an emergency contact should we need to reach someone on your behalf. Thank you for completing this in a timely manner so that we may send you the check-in instructions for the property you have reserved.
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Seawall Beach. Enjoy features like a gym, a water park and 1 hot tub. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Galveston Seawall and a few minutes from Moody Gardens
Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn offers its guests a water park, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre.

This Galveston condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Cathie, Brian & Jennifer

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,167 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Some OWNERS have a pet, renters may not have pets.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 GVR03963

Property is also known as

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Mermaid's Retreat-Beachfront at the Dawn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 142 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 142 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 142 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 142 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patty S., Montgomery

Liked: Cleanliness
Lone Star Rally weekend 🏍️
We came in on Friday just a little bit early and we were able to get our parking passes taken care of while we waited. There is a new process for getting your passes. It’s very easy but sharing so those of us that are repeat renters, it’s good to know. The view was awesome from our balcony. However, I didn’t realized the increased level of noice that would bring. All good though, we were at the Rally for that very reason. Beautiful condo, we would come back to this one again for sure. The location is perfect, just far enough to be away from all the craziness of the Rally but close enough to enjoy and return safely.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

rachelle p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away
Nice, clean, right across the street from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Teresa M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Galveston birthday
Everything about the condo was perfect except that it had not been cleaned properly prior to our arrival. There was quite a bit of sand on the floors and bathrooms.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Late September - no crowd, perfect weather
We stayed 4 days m-th. Beach was easy accessible, beautiful ocean/beach views from the balcony, living room, and master bedroom. We had everything we needed after we ordered grocery pick up from kroger and then from walmart (very close to condo).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow!!! We had an amazing time at this condo! The condo itself was very comfortable! A little hot for our taste but it was hot outside so really no way around it :)! It was spotless when we arrived and such a comfortable stay! Parking was easy! The pools were so fun! And it was beachfront which was a surprise!! No complaints at all for our stay here and will stay here again for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebrating
We were celebrating my daughter’s 21st birthday.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Kelsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will not go through Galveston getaway management again
Brian with Galveston Getaway is beyond rude. I will never rent through this company again. Was never informed of a parking fee even though I had my trip booked for months. When I spoke to the management company, I was treated so rudely and kept being told I was informed of the parking fee when in fact I was never told. Took me arguing back and forth with Brian and listening to him whisper how much of a b word I am while this situation was sorted out. Disgusting. The lack of customer service is beyond and I will be sure to advise family and friends to find another rental company with better manners and communication about ALL fees for renting this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely vacation
The condo was perfect! The decor was beachy and comfortable. Perfect views! Great location on the island. Swimming pools were clean and very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gesine E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
We have stayed in this unit twice now. Love the location and the view of the water. Very clean. Will stay here again next year
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Dominique R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking views and quaint
The pictures do not do this place justice! Best condo that we've ever rented by far. Cleanliness, decor, the view and location, absolutely perfect! I have 2 remarks, 1. I wish there were an option for a chain lock on the door as my toddler who loves to get into everything, was able to easily walk out of the front door. Thus, having to keep the recliner against the door for his safety and our sanity lol. 2. The pull out sofa wasnt like sleeping on a cloud by any means, it was an average sofa bed. Not super comfortable but definitely tolerable. We will definitely rent this gem again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean View, best for adults
Condo was well furnished but not so kid-friendly (glass top tables, no kids dishes etc). Kitchen was well-equipped except for very few drinking glasses. It was great to be able to walk directly across the street to the beach even though heavy traffic was a noisy obstacle. We wish the information binder in the condo was more informative: how to work TV remotes; codes for pedestrian gates; pool rules; information on local attractions and menus) Rental managers responded quickly to 2 problems: garbage disposal not working, and washing machine not filling. Kids enjoyed the pools although the “old pool” had cloudy water.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Weekend
We loved the condo, everything was so neat and clean. The views from tge balcony are amazing. The pools always seemed to be crowded with lots of kiddos, but it was a holiday weekend 😉 overall we had a great time and would definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place on the Beach!
Overall, we loved the place and had a great time in Galveston Island. The check in process was a little clunky, office is difficult to find. My recommendation to make it an even better experience would be to stock a few basics for the kitchen (salt/pepper, PAM, etc). These are just a hassle to purchase and have a long shelf life. With this unit being across from the beach, some chairs and maybe a cooler to use would be nice too. Overall, would recommend to others!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sister Vacay
Great place to stay. A beautiful condo with a fantastic location. You can sit on the lanai with your coffee in the morning and watch the sunrise over the waves. Everything you need to get started is there for you on arrival. We had a great time and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as described
This is a great apartment. Very close to everything. A great view of the water. Very clean. Only downside was it was upstairs, which was hard for my 81 year old Mom. And the beds were a little hard. Other than that. It was amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marian N., Conroe, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
We enjoyed our stay at Mermaids Retreat! Great views; we had everything we needed! Hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

shaun s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, sparsely stocked
The condo is lovely and spacious, and the view is stunning. The washer and dryer on site were really convenient. The sofa bed was comfortable for our daughter. The King beds were also comfortable for us and our sons. We did think the pillows were really uncomfortable. There is also a very limited stock of everything...one dishwasher pac for our whole stay, two small packs of coffee, thin blankets on the beds and no extra blankets or pillows at all.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
We had a very relaxing stay. The emailed directions given were great however, I wasn't too impressed with the office gal. It was confusing in the office because they had a paper sitting on the foyer desk telling you to scan the code to pay for parking then go to building 2 to pick up the parking pass and wristbands. When we asked her where building 2 was, she pulled out a map and pointed at it...I had to ask her where that was and she said, "it's here at my desk". ?? I'm pretty sure if I hadn't asked, she would have let us walk around outside for hours looking for the right building! Thank you to the former guest that left the coffee :D We left extra coffee filters for the next guests. Only recommendation would maybe to have a few things for the beach but we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

cricket b., boston

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
Very convenient location. Be aware, most of the beach stuff is closed during the week. This was my last vacation with my children, it was special. This place is spacious with a beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gods Gals in Galveston
We had an amazing stay. The weather was mild for the most part, but did get to experience a beautiful storm with full light show on the water! The location was perfect and was convenient to everything on the island we found to do. We had a wonderful retreat of Laughter and Conversation and enjoyed meeting many local residence as well as other visitors who enjoyed hearing of our experiences while at the Dawn and around the town. So happy to share and look forward to coming back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Easy access to the beach. The condo was clean and spacious. Pool amenities were very nice and there’s a Walmart next door so you don’t spend to much time on wasted travel getting supplies. Balcony has a great view of the beach. Great place to stay for convenience
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place
We loved our stay. The location was perfect. Directly across the street from the beach and close to shopping. The unit was extremely clean and well laid out. The manager/owner was extremely nice and accommodating. We definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We stayed right after our family cruise to the Bahamas it was a perfect ending for a perfect vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K., Phoenix

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time in Galveston
This property was very, very clean and just as described. We would definitely stay again at this property if we find ourselves in Galveston.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Tina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice family vacation
I liked that this property was across from the beach. Cute decorations and moderately comfortable. Great pool! Although we liked it ok I would not highly recommend it or stay there again myself. If you do stay here come prepared with everything you will need from salt to soap, coffee filters, extra dishwasher pods (only one given), your own pillows and blankets. If you like it cooler especially in the summer months this place is not for you. You are not allowed to have the ac below 72 and may come home to find it has been turned off or adjusted much hotter. I have just stayed at many other places that are much more accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023