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Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front

Beachfront vacation home near Galveston Island Beaches

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Property grounds
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Pool
Interior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Sea Isle Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Terramar Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

On the beach.With a stay at this West End vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sea Isle Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Terramar Beach. Galveston Island Beaches and Half Moon Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sea Isle Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Terramar Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 26 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • Moody Gardens - 26 min drive - 19.3 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 31 min drive - 20.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Way West Grill And Pizzeria - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front

Welcome to Emily By the Sea, a spacious and vacation home in Galveston, Texas, offering stunning beach views and comfortable accommodations for up to 9 guests. This two-story home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing ample space for family and friends to relax.

Upstairs, the main level offers an open-concept living area with a large sectional couch, perfect for lounging in front of the TV. The full-sized kitchen, complete with a breakfast bar, has everything you need to prepare meals during your stay. Enjoy your meals or gather with loved ones at the dining table.

Step outside onto the mid and upper-level decks, where you can soak in the breathtaking beach views. The upper deck is ideal for relaxing on outdoor furniture, sipping your morning coffee, or enjoying an evening cocktail while the waves crash in the distance.

The primary bedroom boasts a king bed, a TV, and patio access. The second bedroom features a queen bed and TV, while the third bedroom is ideal for kids with twin and twin/full bunk beds. Additional amenities include a washer/dryer, outdoor shower, firepit, and gas grill.

Guests also have access to community features like a pool, charcoal grills, tennis court, picnic tables, and nearby beach access. Perfect for a memorable beach getaway!

The Sea Isle Pool is open from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Guests must call Sea Isle HOA to obtain pool passes. The pool passes are 10 for $100. They are open Monday thru Friday 8am to 5pm.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number GVR10842

Property is also known as

12520

Frequently asked questions

Does Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front to downtown Galveston?

This vacation home is 18.4 mi away from Galveston.

Emily By the Sea | Gorgeous + Gulf Front Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 14 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Don G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect views and very nice place. Would definitely stay again. Plenty
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Julio M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

shaunda b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great only down fall was the driveway lol
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Geoff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house with charmDid have ant issue that had to be addressed and the dishwasher seemed to be going out Great overall experience
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josh M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Property/ house needs serious attention

The view was beautiful, and the property/ house has potential. Unfortunately, that’s where the positive points end. The bottom room (which I don’t think is supposed to be a room) was mold-ridden, not visible, but definitely there as you almost couldn’t breathe in there. Unusable, especially for those with asthmatic tendencies. That’s 3 beds and a half bath. Then there were fire ants all through the rest of the house, from the time we got there, and they just got worse throughout the week- beds and bathrooms were the worst, so not food related. Then there was the overall appearance. Possible exception to the 4’ x 4’ patch job that a previous visitor had put in the wall, but apparently could not be properly fixed or covered up. Cabinet door that didn’t close, and another that was glued shut crooked. I could continue a list of petty things, because once we were glaring at the first two issues, it was not hard to start noticing all the little stuff. Moving on…Outside- fire pit was full of junk and surrounding area was completely overgrown. In fact, it was the only house on the block that had not been mowed in some time. Deck furniture was quickly deteriorating, as evidenced by several still usable pieces and the broken pieces left downstairs, and the pile of broken wood by the trash point. Pool, restaurant, and bar, which seemed to be presented as a closed-community,included amenity, is almost a mile away and the pool requires purchasing day passes.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

CJ H.

The nearness to the beachfront and the deck is perfect. We appreciated the immediate response to the issues we called about. More towels were brought to equal the # of guests. However, only 1 tv worked (or we couldn't figure the one in the main bedroom out); there were not enough pillows for the number of guests; the addition of some kitchen items would be great like more big bowls, potato masher, cheese/vege grater, and an upgrade of pans to cook in (the ones available were non-stick and scratched up). I was told I would receive a telephone call to discuss these things but to my knowledge, I did not receive a call.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barbie S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
I read the reviews and got kind of nervous before our stay. Was everything perfect? No, the door was hard to open, the dishwasher didn’t wash, there wasn’t a sharp knife out of the 30 knives there, the bed in the extra bedroom wasn’t great, ants in the kitchen…but it’s a rental, and not my house. We spent most of our time at the beach and that part was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara A.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Horrible property

This was the worst VRBO experience I have ever had. This property should be condemned when we arrived the deck that looks so pristine on the pictures was full of bird poop splinters the cushions on the patio furniture smelled like urine. That’s horrible when we entered the downstairs unit it smelled like mold and mildew when we entered the main facilities, mold and mildew and cockroaches we also Experience a stopped up zinc in the downstairs unit we experienced mold and mildew when we lifted the mattress the barbecue pit should be thrown away. We were all traumatized. I had invited 15 members of my family to celebrate Fourth of July and we could not stay in this property now I am working with VRBO and Rice and vacations to get a full refund of Our no stay here I called ahead of time and question the property management company about the property based on the June 11 review and they assured me that everything was taken care of well. It was not. I am really very disappointed. Never had an experience like this and I’ve traveled the world.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Very clean. We didn’t attempt to use the downstairs room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerry C., Friendswood, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Not quite as advertised

Overpriced.Wonderful beachfront location. Beautiful view. House was clean.Issues. There are holes in the walls. Many places the furniture has scraped the walls. There are bent curtain rods. The mattresses are old and worn.The description said there is a charcoal grill avaliable. There is. It's the smallest grill I've ever seen. No way to cook multiple steaks like I planned. We had to go buy a Weber grill. There is also a gas grill that is filthy and hasn't been cleaned in a very long time.The kitchen is lacking many things. The knives are beyond dull. There's no sharpener. No working can opener. No cheese grater. The light over the stove doesn't work. The dishwasher doesn't always work. Bring all your own utensils if you plan to cook.We had to buy toilet paper, paper towels, and trash bags. Only enough for two days on a week long stay.With all of that the place felt cheap. I expected better
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rosalind B.

Unusable space

The room below the main living area was uninhabitable due to a strong smell of mold and dampness. There was a huge air purifier running, which lets me know the owner knows that it’s an issue. This place should not be listed as having that additional room because of this situation. Only the main area which was great is usable. I saw this concern listed in a previous review and was hopeful, it had been taken care of, but it was not. Unfortunately, one of our guests had to leave and return to Houston due to limited space and concern over her allergies being triggered by attempting to stay in that area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

kristen w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved location, views

The home is really nice. The large deck had plenty of colorful seating and the view is obviously beautiful. The interior was even nicer than it seemed in the photos. I could tell someone put thought and care into decorating. You can walk or drive to the little convenient store/supermarket as well as the marina restaurant if need be. We did request maintenance on the first day because the washer wasn’t draining. We’d stuck the guest room comforter in there bc it smelled like perfume and didn’t realize there was water already in the washer. I tried to drain it, tried to wash it again and drain it, but it didn’t drain. The property management company said they’d sent the request. I reminded them a couple of times during our stay (I was worried about their comforter too), but no one ever showed, which was a bummer bc we also couldn’t use the washer. I’ve read bad reviews about this property management company so I wasn’t surprised. (That said they were kind on the phone when I had a lock box issue so it’s not everyone who works there). A few things to note: - the downstairs room is detached from the main home. It’s on the ground level and needs a separate key — in other words don’t count that as a room for your young kids unless you’re comfortable with that. - The downstairs room also smells musty/moldy. I wouldn’t want to sleep in it tbh. The rest of the home upstairs is lovely and not musty. - The kitchen is well stocked with utensils, plates, cups and pots and pans.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

MEAGAN S.

ThanksgivingHolida

This was our second year of staying here during Thanksgiving week. The location can't be beat.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024