Gulf Sunshine @ Victorian: Beach. Pool & Gulf Views

🌊 Wake up to the sound of the waves, sip your morning coffee on the balcony, and spend your days enjoying the beach and sunshine!



Welcome to Gulf Sunshine, a charming, updated condo at The Victorian on Galveston’s famous Seawall, directly across from beautiful Babe’s Beach! With lovely Gulf views, a balcony overlooking the pool and beach, and wonderful shared amenities, this inviting retreat is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy island life.



Whether you're planning a family beach vacation, a romantic getaway, a weekend escape, a Winter Texan stay, a temporary work assignment, or an extended visit, Gulf Sunshine offers a comfortable home away from home in a convenient beachfront location.



🏖️ Beach days, poolside relaxation, and beautiful Gulf sunsets are waiting for you!



🏡 YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME



🛏️ Comfortable Accommodations for Up to 5 Guests



Gulf Sunshine is thoughtfully arranged to comfortably accommodate up to five guests.



Your sleeping arrangements include:



🛌 Primary Bedroom: Comfortable queen-size bed.



🛋️ Living Room: Queen-size sleeper sofa.



😴 Cozy Hallway Alcove: Twin daybed featuring a brand-new mattress and memory foam topper, tucked into its own charming nook.



📺 Entertainment for Everyone!



Both the living room and bedroom feature Smart TVs with Roku, so you can enjoy your favorite streaming entertainment. Just bring your login information for Netflix and other subscription services.



🛁 Fresh, Updated Bathroom



The newly renovated bathroom features a new vanity, custom shiplap woodwork, updated lighting, and coastal-inspired decor. The full bathtub and shower combination is especially convenient for families with little ones.



🧺 Arrive Ready to Relax!



We make getting settled easy. All beds are made with quality linens before your arrival, and full sets of bath towels are provided for all five guests. Simply unpack, settle in, and start enjoying your vacation!



🍳 A KITCHEN FOR EASY VACATION MEALS



Sometimes the best vacation memories happen around the table! While Galveston has plenty of fantastic restaurants to explore, you'll appreciate having a kitchen for breakfast before the beach, easy lunches, snacks, and relaxed dinners.



Your kitchen features:



🧊 Full-size refrigerator and freezer



🍽️ New dishwasher



🍿 Microwave and countertop oven



🔥 Electric cooktop



🍴 Kitchen essentials for preparing simple meals and snacks



Warm up leftovers from a favorite local restaurant, prepare a quick breakfast, or make popcorn for a cozy movie night.



☕ A Little Something to Get You Started



We provide a starter supply of household and bathroom essentials, including coffee, paper towels, toilet paper, dishwashing supplies, trash bags, soap, shampoo, and conditioner.



These supplies are intended to help you get settled. For longer stays or additional needs, nearby stores make restocking easy.



🌅 BALCONY VIEWS, BEACH DAYS & POOLSIDE FUN!



One of Gulf Sunshine's favorite features is its wonderful location! The private balcony overlooks the pool area and the beach, offering a lovely vantage point for enjoying the coastal scenery.



☕ Start your morning with coffee and Gulf views.



🌊 Watch the waves roll in and enjoy the coastal breeze.



☀️ Relax in the sunshine after a day of island adventures.



🌙 Wind down in the evening and soak up the laid-back Galveston atmosphere.



The balcony features bar-height furniture, making it a wonderful spot to enjoy the view and watch the activity around the pool and beach.



🏊 The Victorian's Shared Amenities



Enjoy the many amenities available throughout The Victorian condominium complex:



🏊 Two swimming pools, with one heated seasonally



♨️ Two hot tubs



💪 Fitness center



🎾 Tennis court



🍔 Outdoor picnic and barbecue areas, including BBQ pergolas



🎣 Fish-cleaning station



🌴 Multiple outdoor spaces for relaxing and enjoying the coastal atmosphere



Whether your perfect vacation means swimming, soaking in a hot tub, grilling outdoors, or simply relaxing in the sunshine, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your time at The Victorian.



Please note that shared amenities are managed by the condominium complex and may occasionally be unavailable for maintenance or other reasons.



📍 A FANTASTIC LOCATION ON GALVESTON'S SEAWALL



Gulf Sunshine puts you right where you want to be for a fun and relaxing island getaway!



🏖️ Babe's Beach is directly across Seawall Boulevard. Convenient crosswalks at both ends provide access to the beach and opportunities to stroll along the Seawall.



🛍️ Shopping is close by. A large big-box retailer is right next door, making it easy to pick up groceries, beach supplies, and vacation essentials.



🍴 Dining options are nearby. You'll find convenient choices for sandwiches, barbecue, casual meals, and more.



🚗 Explore Galveston! Enjoy the island's attractions, historic districts, shopping, dining, entertainment, and coastal activities, then return to your comfortable condo for a relaxing evening.



Whether you're here for beach time, sightseeing, family fun, or an extended stay, Gulf Sunshine is a convenient home base for experiencing all that Galveston has to offer.



🔑 BOOKING, CHECK-IN & GUEST COMMUNICATION



We want your arrival to be as smooth and stress-free as possible!



After your reservation is confirmed, you'll receive a link to complete our rental agreement. In addition to information collected by VRBO, we request:



📧 Your personal email address



👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The names and ages of everyone staying in the condo



🪪 Driver's license information



📞 An emergency contact



Please complete the agreement promptly so we can send your arrival information on time.



📩 Approximately 3–5 days before arrival: Driving directions and check-in instructions will be emailed directly to the guest who made the reservation.



📱 Approximately 24–48 hours later: We'll follow up with a phone call to confirm you've received the information, verify the access code, and answer any last-minute questions.



We're available if you have questions or need assistance during your stay. Our goal is to help you settle in comfortably and enjoy your time on the island!



🧺 LAUNDRY & BEACH TOWELS



🧼 Laundry: Several pay-per-use laundry facilities are located throughout The Victorian and accept credit and debit cards. Please note that there is no washer or dryer inside the condo.



🏖️ Beach Towels: Beach towels are not included. Please bring your own, or let us know if you'd like to rent our customized beach towels for $35 for the duration of your stay.



🧹 SIMPLE CHECKOUT GUIDELINES



You're on vacation, and we want you to spend your time enjoying Galveston rather than worrying about an extensive cleaning checklist!



A broom, dustpan, mop, and bucket are available in the condo, but we do not expect you to clean the condo before leaving or strip the beds.



We simply ask that you:



🗑️ Remove all food and garbage from the condo and refrigerator.



🏡 Leave the space reasonably tidy.



🔐 Lock the door behind you when you leave.



⭐ Share your favorite restaurants, shops, attractions, and excursions in our guest book so future guests can enjoy your recommendations!



🌊 A little beach courtesy goes a long way! When convenient, please use the outdoor showers near the pool and shake sand from your towels before bringing them inside. If sand makes its way into the condo, a quick sweep is appreciated. Sand can make floors slippery, and we want everyone to stay safe.



❄️ HELP KEEP OUR AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING RUNNING EFFICIENTLY



To help keep the condo comfortable and the HVAC system operating properly, our HVAC professionals recommend the following:



🌡️ Adjust the thermostat by no more than 3 degrees per hour.



☀️ During summer, do not set the air conditioning below 70°F.



❄️ During winter, do not set the heat above 74°F.



🔄 Keep the fan setting on AUTO.



🚪 Turn off the HVAC system when doors or windows are open.



🌡️ Maintain no more than a 20-degree difference between outdoor and indoor temperatures.



Thank you for helping us care for the system so it can continue keeping guests comfortable!



🌦️ A LITTLE ABOUT COASTAL WEATHER



Galveston is a beautiful barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, and coastal weather is part of island life. Rainstorms, thunderstorms, tropical weather, and occasional hurricanes can affect the area. Severe weather may also cause temporary power or Wi-Fi outages.



We strongly encourage guests to consider trip cancellation and interruption protection through VRBO or another provider.



If a government official issues a mandatory evacuation of the island, My Galveston Getaway issues refunds in accordance with its stated evacuation policy. We cannot control weather, temperatures, sunshine, or mosquitoes, and refunds for other weather-related circumstances are not provided except as specified by the applicable policy.



We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to plan accordingly.



🚗 PARKING, RESORT & AMENITY FEES



Please note that The Victorian condominium complex charges a separate parking, resort, and amenity fee. This fee is collected directly by The Victorian at check-in, not by the condo owner or My Galveston Getaway.



The current fee schedule is:



🚘 1–7 consecutive nights: $40 plus applicable tax



🚘 8–31 days: $80 plus applicable tax



🚘 Extended stays: $80 plus applicable tax per month



The fee includes up to two parking permits.



Payment is made directly to The Victorian upon arrival. We cannot collect or prepay this fee on your behalf.



At check-in, the complex will provide your parking permit and applicable access information, which may include wristbands, vehicle and pedestrian gate codes, pool and amenity access codes, and the complex-wide Wi-Fi password.



Please factor this separate fee into your vacation budget when pl…