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Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8141 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

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Galveston, TX
  • University of Texas Medical Branch
    5 min walk
  • UTMB Health Jennie Sealy Hospital - Galveston
    14 min walk
  • Galveston Ferry Terminal
    15 min walk
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    24 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.

Friendly Home with Private Pool, High-Speed WiFi, and Central AC - Dogs Welcome

Bonita Cove

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Enjoy fun times together around the private pool at this home, complemented by a wet bar and climbing wall to keep the party going! If you're looking to have fun outdoor time, this is the home for you. The private gas grill is ready for you to fire it up. The yard is completely enclosed, so the kids and dogs alike can stick within watching distance. When the sun goes down, just rinse off in the outdoor shower before coming in. Inside, you can relax in central air conditioning or in front of the gas fireplace. The galley-style full kitchen not only features a custom tile backsplash, but also a full-size French door refrigerator and plenty of counter space for preparing meals together. Quality time comes easily at this retreat.

What's nearby:
This home is just under two miles from both Stewart Beach and the Galveston Seawall, as well as the Strand Historical District. Visit the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (just under three miles from the house) for amusement park fun. If you're looking to get out on the water, Baywatch Dolphin Tours is just under two miles away.

Things to know:
Free high-speed WiFi
Full kitchen with a dishwasher
Dogs weighing up to 25 pounds are welcome
Netflix streaming
Beach towels are available for guest use
A sofabed provide extra sleeping spaces
Snowbird-friendly

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from University of Texas Medical Branch. A water park is available. The holiday home offers a private pool and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and a few minutes from Port of Galveston
Friendly Home with Private Pool, High-Speed WiFi, and Central AC - Dogs Welcome offers its guests a water park. Friendly Home with Private Pool, High-Speed WiFi, and Central AC - Dogs Welcome also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,521 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 - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 25 lbs each.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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 GVR06973

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
51271

Friendly Home with Private Pool, High-Speed WiFi, and Central AC - Dogs Welcome Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Amanda R.

Review of stay
Overall the house was clean but we did have a few roaches and the pool was way to dirty to use or enjoy and that was a disappointment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
121 Bonita
What a great relaxing stay! Private access to the pool, weather was beautiful! We never left the home we were so comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
Nice and quit
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sara W., Conway, AR

Liked: Cleanliness
Average
The house is clean, the beds are fine and the pool is fine. Unfortunately not a lot of attention to detail. The AC is VERY loud and has to be turned off to enjoy time in the living room. It’s also very loud in the master bedroom. The second shower head in the master does not work. Low stock of items needed in the kitchen. Would not stay again unless AC is fixed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dawna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
meeting a friend
Enjoyed the pool a lot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oscar F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ana M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
False advertisement, dont stay if you love Jesus!
Pool was so gross, green algy in it, water is leaking so pool water was never full, we stayed 3 nights never used the pool, cob webs all around the back yard, over 1,000 Mesquitos forsure, lawn was so outdated. I asked for a partial refund because of the pool, i was told a return check of 40 dollars will be sent to me! What a slap in the face! I have pictures of the pool, let me know if yall want to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Private Place to Stay in Galveston
The home is nice and was relatively clean when we arrived. However, the first thing we noticed when we arrived was that the grass here, and every other house on the street, was long. Mowers did begin cutting grass at other homes during the week we were there, so maybe it was just the timing. The only other negative thing was that the pool was a murky green when we arrived and had lots of trash in it. It was an immediate shock and disappointment to the kids as this was our main reason for renting the place. We found out from maintenance that the pump had not been running, for who knows how long, and he had just shocked the water with chemicals. I had to personally do lots of skimming and cleaning with the net and the kids had to wait a few hours to let the water start to clear up before swimming. The next day the water in the pool had dropped around a foot overnight. There was a leak in the pump and the pool guy seemed to have to work on it for half the week that we were there. It did not hinder the kids from swimming and overall, they had a great time. There were a few other little things that I could nitpick about, but besides the main pool issue, the place was nice, clean and accommodating. There are plenty of beds, bathrooms, and room to move around. The A/C worked nicely. The kitchen was nice and very well supplied with dishes, utensils, pots and pans, etc. The Wi-Fi/Internet worked great. Furniture was comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle W., Haslet,tx

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stay was ok.
House was nice just needed to be little cleaner and more linens. one of the pull out’s was not useable it was broken and dirty. We did call the property manager and he did come and bring all that we need the next day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

falondia g.

Galveston stay
The house was just like the pictures online the front door was very sketchy was falling apart needs repair immediately …the pool area was nice for the price We would rent again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MONICA C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Vacation
The house was beautiful and very spacious. There was an issue with the back door lock but i was resolved immediately. Me and my family had so much fun. We will definitely be renting this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Adam F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
After we booked this property we were very concerned with the negative reviews that were left. We were in contact with the owners previous to our stay and they were very responsive and helpful. The pool was clean, it is an older pool, so it does have some tile issues, but it was perfect for us and the kids loved it! The rock wall addition to the pool was a huge hit for our boys! The house was clean. If you’re looking for a luxurious home, this one is not for you! If you’re looking for a place where you can relax, kids can swim, and you can hang around the tiki bar during the day, this is for you! It’s great location to the beach and Sea Wall BLVD. The ferry is also close if you wanted to hop on. We were very grateful for this property. We all agreed we would book this home again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
DO NOT BOOK
If I could get a refund plus a cleaning fee for everything I did that would make me feel like I didn't have all my money stolen. Master bathroom toilet was broken and we had to fix it, the bathroom wasn't clean. Blood on walls of master bathroom. Mold growing on ceiling, shower walls, curtain, and windows, trash on floor. Master bathroom sink clogged and would take 15min to drain. Main bathroom tub drain clogged. Black particles would come out of drain when water was in tub. Drain time was 60-75min for tub. Hide a bed was completely broken. It couldn't even close. When we arrived it was half way closed and the cushions were on the floor beside it. The mattress had yellow and orange stains and there was a large red/brown stain on the cushion. Dishwasher and refrigerator were both in need or repairs. They worked, but TLC needed. Every time I would use the oven the fire alarm would go off when the door was opened because of all the burned food at the bottom. Cigarette butts all over in the back yard. The pool chemical shed had the door broken off laying in yard and the chemicals were falling out onto the ground. The eating/bar area could not be used. It was full of broken pool supplies, trash, and random items. All the vents, intake and out, were full of dust. Floors were all dirty around the rooms and corners. There was a sticky pad in the laundry room that had a decaying lizard and mouse on it. I HAVE PICTURES OF ALL OF THIS! My 6yr old has cystic fibrosis. It's a terminal lung disease. It's hard enough to keep her healthy, and breathing without difficulty, without having to deal with unsanitary conditions like this. I spent a day cleaning just so we could stay there comfortably. I left it cleaner then when we arrived.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Walter B.

Not the best value
The interior of the home was very good and layout was convenient. There was a problem with one door lock, the beds were average at best, and there was a moldy shower curtain in one bathroom. Not enough toilet paper and a constantly running master bath toilet. The backyard was terrible, with a standing bucket of water to breed mosquitoes, trash and debris scattered about and worst of all not one blade of grass for our dogs. Not really pet friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

My Viet Tran H.

Vacation
Kids would not swim in the pool
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

FRAN R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bonita stay
Very roomy and comfortable house,very nice stay in Galveston
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Zachary H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great property and location, terrible experience
We reserved the house for 9 and it was listed in the reservation, when we arrived there were only 8 towels, 20 pillows (w/ no cases) and no extra sheets or blankets. For as much as the cleaning fee is, the place was terrible, trash all around the backyard and pool area, dust from floor to ceiling, every fan was caked with dust, dead flies smacked on the walls and weird substances dripping down. There were car fresheners hanging throughout the house and even the trash truck worker said the last tenants said the same thing! Didn’t notice until the last day but the front door, one of the panes was broken out and there were still shards of glass sticking out of the door, this could have really injured out children! The pool was great to have, it needs to be replastered as it looks dirty all the time and no lights at the Tiki Bar work. Overall I would stay here again due to the location and amenities if it was more taken care of, definitely was not worth what we paid for to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Nomie p.

The pool could have been cleaner but we made the best of it
The beds were comfortable the house was clean the pool just could have been a lot cleaner
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shalonda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Home was clean. Pool cleaners came to clean the pool and the yard was maintenance. Very nice stay we will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Liliana, Penitas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the quite neighborhood. House was very inviting. Appreciated the extra towels and extra sheets just in case we needed them. The washer and dryer helped to not have our wet clothes sitting in our bags.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Michele W., St. Louis

Disliked: Cleanliness
Spring Break Getaway
I picked this property for the pool and proximity to beach and popular island activities. Upon entering the home, we were met with an overall stale odor. I am not sure if it was since the home had not been used in a while or the air had been off, but you could tell something was off. In the kitchen there was an overwhelming smell of bleach, as if they were overcompensating for something. Upon inspection of the kitchen cabinets, we found a dead bug as well as one cabinet with spilled spices. There was remints of food splashed on all cabinets and floors. In addition, almost every single light fixture had some if not all light bulbs missing and/or not working. The home just needs some general TLC. Outside, there is literally 1 chair at the Tiki bar to sit in. All others are broken and not 1 single chair to sit around the pool with. Upon arrival, the hose was in the pool, and we weren't sure if we should remove it or not. In addition, one morning a man was just mysteriously walking around the back yard. we were not informed that anyone was coming to the property. I was there as a single mom with my 2 kids and their aunt. This was a bit scary for us. We found out that he was the pool man, but we would have liked to been informed of his visit. Overall, the property served its purpose. We were able to swim, visit all the places we wanted to see and enjoy our vacation. I did contact management and they did refund my cleaning deposit and send someone out immediately to address the light bulb situation. Property just could stand a deep cleaning and some overall touching up. Would possibly return if I knew these items were completed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Vanidy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice neighborhood
Nice neighborhood. Wish is easier summer so we could enjoy the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hollie H., Palacios, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Bonita Cove
Roomy n comfortable. A/C works great. Close to the Strand district n short drive to Seawall. Pool was nice to have. Definately need mosquito spray if plan to spend alot of time in the backyard though. Bring a blender if u want to make drinks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

angela d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice & clean
Good location, quiet neighborhood & clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V., Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness
Bonita Cove Muy Bonita
This is a beautiful place. This was the perfect house for a quick,quiet family get away. The house was clean and plenty of sleeping space. The pool was great with a nice outdoor shower! The location and neighborhood was wonderful. A great park not even a few steps away! Everything in Galveston was just an easy drive away! We had a great time! Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021