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Ready for the Summer — Gated, Family Canal House, Pet Friendly!

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Ready for the Summer — Gated, Family Canal House, Pet Friendly!

Welcome to Poco Bueno House, a place where families return year after year to relax, reconnect, and make lasting memories. Located in Galveston’s beloved Sea Isle community, this canalfront, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is perfectly situated between the calm waters of West Bay and the sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico.

Designed with families in mind, this home comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests, offers a fully fenced yard, and provides safe, easy access to both the beach and the canal—giving everyone their own version of the perfect vacation.

Made for Family Fun

From sunrise to sunset, Poco Bueno House offers endless opportunities for together time:
-Private canalfront dock for fishing, crabbing, kayaking, and floating
-Kayak, tubes, floats & crab cages included
-5 minutes to Sea Isle beach access
-Fully fenced yard to keep little ones safe
-Pet friendly, so no one gets left behind.

Sea Isle offers everything you need for a memorable stay, including a boat launch, full marina, pickleball courts, playgrounds, restaurants, and bars. Once you arrive, you may never want to leave the neighborhood.

Outdoor Living & Waterfront Fun

The ground-level deck offers plenty of space for entertaining, sunbathing, and enjoying cool evening breezes. Anglers will love fishing day or night from the private dock, complete with underwater fishing lights and a cleaning station. There’s also a designated rinse-off area after a day on the water or at the beach.

Bring your boat! You can tie up directly at the dock, located just down the canal from West End Marina and West Bay. From the dock, enjoy tubing, kayaking, floating, or simply soaking up the sun right off the canal.

The Sea Isle beach access is less than 5 minutes away, perfect for beach lovers.

A fully fenced yard wraps around the home, providing a safe space for kids and pets.

Upper Deck & Main Living Area

Upstairs, the expansive main-level deck offers stunning canal and sunset views—the perfect spot for morning coffee or winding down with a glass of wine. Comfortable outdoor furniture makes relaxing effortless.

Living Room

Unwind in the bright and inviting living area featuring:
-Two large couches and an ottoman
-65” Smart TV for movie nights
-Free Wi-Fi
-Streaming access (Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, etc. using guest accounts). Note: No cable service

Dining & Kitchen

Dining Area
-Dining table seats 8
-Additional 4 bar stools at the kitchen counter

Fully Stocked Kitchen

Designed for family meals and group cooking, the kitchen includes:
-Full-size refrigerator with ice maker
-Stove, microwave, dishwasher
-Coffee maker & Keurig
-Dishes, glasses, utensils
-Pots, pans, bakeware, crockpot
-Storage containers and everyday cooking essentials

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

This two-story home sleeps up to 8 guests comfortably.

Primary Bedroom
-Queen-size bed
-32” Smart TV
-En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower

Second Bedroom
-Two Full Size Beds
-32” Smart TV
-En-suite half bath

Third Bedroom
-Queen-size bed
-Smart TV
-Private deck access

Guest Bathroom
-Tub/shower combination

Included Amenities

Outdoor Amenities
-Outdoor TV (Roku)
-BBQ grill (propane)
-Private boat dock
-Kayak
-Tubes & crab cages
-Outdoor furniture
-Beach umbrella
-Extra outdoor seating
-Fully gated property
-Outdoor rinse area

Indoor Amenities
-Free Wi-Fi
-Cable
-DVD players & assorted DVD movies
-Board games
-Washer & dryer
-Hair dryers (2)
-First aid kit & fire extinguisher
-All linens & towels (for family of 8)
-Starter supplies: toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo/conditioner, laundry soap
-Margarita machine

Sea Isle Community Amenities
-Beach access within walking distance (two neighborhood entrances)
-Community swimming pool (additional fee applies)
-Tennis & pickleball courts
-Children’s playground
-Community bait shop
-Private fishing pier (longest on the island)
-Golf cart rentals available

Outdoor Spaces Everyone Will Love

The ground-level deck is perfect for family BBQs, afternoon lounging, and watching the kids play. There’s also an outdoor rinse area to wash off sandy feet after beach days or water adventures.

Upstairs, the spacious main deck offers beautiful canal and sunset views—ideal for morning coffee, family meals outdoors, or winding down after a full day of fun.

Comfortable Living for Quality Family Time

The bright and welcoming living room is designed for togetherness:
-Two large couches + ottoman
-65” Smart TV for movie nights
• Free Wi-Fi
• Streaming apps available (Netflix, Hulu, Prime, etc.)

Enjoy dining and live entertainment at the nearby Clay Walker West End Marina Restaurant & Sand Bar.

Parking & House Guidelines
• Driveway parking for 4 vehicles
• No parking on grass or blocking driveways

House Rules:
• Maximum 8 overnight guests
• No spring break, prom, graduation, or large events
• Non-smoking home

Perfect For

✔ Families with children
✔ Multi-generation vacations
✔ Boating & fishing families
✔ Beach lovers
✔ Repeat family getaways

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • 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
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

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
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

-No Smoking inside House. Allowed to smoke OUTSIDE only. -No more than 4 cars in driveways, Max 6. -Do not park on grass or block driveways
-No Prom, No Events, No Spring Break, -No Graduation or other large events/parties permitted.
No more than the 8 Maximum Allowed for Overnight Stay. If over the Maximum Allowed is Exceeded an additional $50.per guest will be charged.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
With permission from owner.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: With permission from owner.
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 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
Property Registration Number GVR13237

Property is also known as

House
Gated Fishing Family Canal
Gated- Beach/Fishing Family Canal Home Galveston
Gated- Beach/Fishing Family Canal Home Private vacation home
Perfect Canal Home Beach Getaway 3 Bedrooms 2.5 Baths Sleeps 8

About the area

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Broadway is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and Sea Isle Beach. Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. Visit our Galveston travel guide
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    28 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas
    Galveston Seawall
    32 min drive - 34.6 km
  • huge cruise liner stands off the coast of Vancouver Canada Place flag flying over the Pacific Ocean sails a beautiful view of the city on the water Canada 2023
    Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    38 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Sea Isle Beach
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Terramar Beach
    3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • The West End And Sand Bar
    10 min walk
  • Pariah Coffee
    10 min drive
  • Way West Grill And Pizzeria
    10 min drive
  • Venados Cantina
    10 min drive
  • Circle K
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ready for the Summer — Gated, Family Canal House, Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Ready for the Summer — Gated, Family Canal House, Pet Friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ready for the Summer — Gated, Family Canal House, Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ready for the Summer — Gated, Family Canal House, Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ready for the Summer — Gated, Family Canal House, Pet Friendly! located?

Located in West End, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Sea Isle Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Terramar Beach and Half Moon Beach. Galveston Island Beaches is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Ready for the Summer — Gated, Family Canal House, Pet Friendly! Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a perfect little getaway! The kids had an amazing time, the house was super clean and cozy, and it worked out great for both our family and our dogs. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Liz was such an excellent host. The place was cozy. Had everything we could think of and then some more. A big fan of the Margaritaville machine! Our family had alot of fun, the place is very relaxing and lots of fishing. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Little place to escape it all!

Clean and cozy little house on the beach. Very very clean and comfortable….Didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russ C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Weekend Getaway

We've taken a number of weekend getaways, this far exceeded our expectations. Our host (Liz) was excellent, the property was very well taken care of, just getting a chance to relax was what my wife and I needed the most. Highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a great place to stay and relax, fish a little or just read a book.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving getaway

Great house and great location. Managers quick to handle anything needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rest & Relaxation!

We had a cery enjoyable time here! We sat outside every night enjoying the vreeze and the kids kayaked (one provided and we brought a few of our own) and they found baby jellyfish (that didnt sting) in the canal. The house was supee cute, very clean and the beds were comfy! The only thing we wish we had brought with us was the corn hole game.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesli C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spring break location!

House was the perfect size for our family of seven (3 college kids, a high schooler and seven year old). We enjoyed the fishing off the dock at the house and in the bay. The kayak was fun too!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and great location

We were in town for a golf tournament and for visiting friends in the neighborhood. The place was incredibly clean and well appointed. The hosts were extremely helpful and communicative. We’d definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Poco Bueno Good Time

Great house. Very clean and accommodating. Inside and out was a good layout
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

A. Darcy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer 2024

Wonderful and relaxing trip. Great location. The house was a gem and in the best spot! Great community fishing pier and loved zipping around in golf cart (rental). Across the street from the beach!! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location!

We had the best time the property is located in a great location! The house is decorated very tastefully and the amenities are amazing. Fishing off the deck and watching the sunsets were some of our favorites. Liz was very accommodating and even allowed for a late check-out. Highly recommend this vacation rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathleen a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing time

Beautiful home. Clean, inviting and charming decor. Enjoyed fishing and beach time with our pups! We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This was our second time to stay here. Love the downstairs outdoor tv and bar area. Great location. Very quick ( could walk) golf cart ride to the sea isle marina/pool and restaurant and close enough to walk to the beach if needed we chose to rent a golf cart to get the beach which we enjoyed. The house is clean and thoughtfully equipped with what you need and more. Enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Various outdoor seating to relax. Beautiful and clean home. Owners respond quickly. Pier access was great for fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot!

The house was super clean - spotless and as pictured. Check in was easy and the house had everything needed for an enjoyable stay. My grandkids enjoyed swimming at the house and there were toys and yard games for them as well. There was easy access to the beach as well as to the neighborhood pool. We had a relaxing trip and would definitely stay here again. The Hinojosa's were wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best I've ever seen.

One of the best places I've ever stayed. It was absolutely spotless and the décor matched everything well. The pictures matched exactly and honestly doesn't give enough credit. If you want someplace secluded to relax with friends or family I've yet to see or experience anywhere better.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jana c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect escape for a fun vacation!

The Poco Bueno is an amazing home. It was very clean and well equipped. We loved the upper and lower decks. It’s very family and kid friendly. Close to the beach and not far from Galveston. It’s a peaceful home! We highly recommend it. The amenities were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

60th Birthday Celebration

We needed a place to stay for our friend's 60th Birthday who lives in Galveston. What a gem we found! Perfect location, serene water views, fenced yard for our pup and everything you can think of you would need in a rental. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Inviting and Charming!

The owners of this property take great care of their home. It's very evident that it is owned by individuals and not an investor. The beds are great! The sheets were so soft. Everything worked great! Its lovingly maintained. The vibe is great. Its better than the photos!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual fishing trip

We booked this property for an annual fishing trip. Our party consisted of me and my wife, our kids and their significant others. The house was a perfect location on the canal and we were able to dock our boat right at the house. We loved that it was fenced in since my son brought his puppy. The house had ample space for all 8 adults. It was nice and clean and was just as advertised. My son even commented that it is probably his favorite house we have ever rented in Sea Isle. Owner was easy to communicate with as well. We would definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend on the Water

I booked a quick weekend stay at Casa Poco Bueno for our group of 5. The home was adorable with a nautical/ beachy decor that really added to the relaxing vibe. The accomdations were wonderful! The property owners are excellent communicators and very gracious. We enjoyed taking our boat out for evening sunsets and fishing excursions, swimming, dining local and simply spending time with family! As an added bonus, having our fur-family members with us was great! We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcus H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of Heaven getaway💕

Omg! It was decorated so pretty!! It was very relaxing! There was nothing you needed , that they didn’t already have there for you! We have stayed in many VRBO rentals , but this was the Best!! Location was great for us!! Oh an my husband uses a scooter, an walker an the house was open enough for him to move around with his walker an the restroom also!! I just loved my stay!! Thank you so much for sharing your home♥️
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely booking this Again!

We are VERY new to the Galveston area! We are super familiar with Padre and Rockport, but now that my son goes to Texas A&M Galveston, we have been going more and this house was PERFECT for our group! So glad we chose this property. The location/neighborhood with the marina and restaurants was a bonus! The house was super clean and decorated to a tee. Great for entertaining with lots of seating areas upstairs and downstairs! The fenced in yard made relaxing even easier, not worrying about the dog getting out! We will for sure be booking this house again! The owners/manager were great and very responsive (even sending me a baby blanket that i left there :))
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

This was a great house for our family vacation! The layout for the house worked really well. There was plenty of space indoors and out. We took advantage of all of it! We enjoyed being on the canal and fished off of the dock. Both the upstairs deck and the downstairs area had plenty of spaces to gather. We rented a golf cart which made trips to the beach very easy. Kitchen was well stocked with cookware, etc. Beds were comfortable and there were plenty of towels. Communication was excellent! Everyone agreed that we would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Getaway Home

This was a great location close to the beach and bay. Enjoyed the canal views and fishing off the rear deck. The house was very clean and comfortable and wonderfully decorated with a beach feeling. The lower and upper decks were great for spending time with family and enjoying the view and the upper deck was enjoyable in the morning an evenings to experience the gulf air and breeze. The house was completely furnished and had everything that we needed to spend a week at the beach. Location was great and could walk to marina and beach area or use a golf cart for super quick access. Amazing sunsets at the community pier in the evening. Everyone enjoyed the stay so much that we are already planning our next trip. The kayak was fun and floating in the canal was great in the afternoons after spending time at the beach earlier in the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024