Located in Galveston, 1.3 km from Porretto Beach and 1.4 km from Seawall Urban Park, The Shaw House provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. The property has city views and is 1.4 km from Stewart Beach and 2.5 km from Pleasure Pier. The property features a children's playground and parking on-site. The spacious holiday home features 5 bedrooms, a TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Galveston, like cycling. Guests can also relax in the garden. Popular points of interest near The Shaw House include Moody Mansion Museum, Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal and The Grand 1894 Opera House. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 66 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 4:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 5:
3 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
9.4
High score for Galveston

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  • Dana
    United States United States
    House was beautiful, very quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed our time there with our adult children and their families.
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Vacasa

Company review score: 8.3Based on 117,544 reviews from 32767 properties
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Company information

Vacation Home Management Vacasa unlocks the possibilities of how we enjoy vacation homes. We take care of managing our homeowners’ vacation houses so they can have peace of mind (and their home when they want to). And our guests book vacations confidently knowing they’re going to find exactly what they’re looking for without any surprises. Each vacation home is always cared for by our professional local teams who implement our high cleanliness and maintenance values, while the hands-off tasks of vacation rental management--marketing, filing taxes, and maintaining a website--are handled by a specialized central support team. Our passion and focus remains true: to empower our homeowners, guests, and employees to invest in vacation.

Property information

Renovated and remodeled, this historic 1878 Galveston home offers room for everyone to enjoy a group getaway. Built by Michael Shaw, known for naming the downtown historic district The Strand, you'll love a prime location that puts you close to the ocean and local attractions. About a mile from the sun-soaked shores of Porretto Beach and about seven miles from the family-friendly destination of the Moody Gardens, this home will make it easy to dive into Texas-sized fun! Spend a day kayaking through Offatts Bay, or maybe rent a jet ski to skip across the waves. Check out the newest exhibits at the Moody Gardens before flying down the waterslide at the Schlitterbahn Waterpark! Step into this bright and cheery home after a long day of exploring and grab an ice-cold drink in the fully equipped kitchen. The central air-conditioning will beat back the heat on warm days while the private washer/dryer takes care of the laundry. Sit out on the covered patio while the kids play in the fenced yard. You can easily connect to the free WiFi to check the forecast before you plan your next adventure.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Shaw House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Blu-ray player
    • Cable channels
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Private entrance
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Barbecue
    • Patio
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Horse riding
    • Cycling
    • Windsurfing
    • Fishing
    Outdoor & View
    • City view
    Entertainment and family services
    • Children's playground
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Shaw House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Mastercard, ​Visa and Discover .


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests will receive a rental agreement, which must be signed and returned directly to the property prior to arrival. If the agreement is not received, the guest should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.

    Please note that only registered guests are allowed at the property.

    Guests shall abide by the property's policy. Quiet hours are from 22:00 to 8:00.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform The Shaw House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    License number: GVR04147

    FAQs about The Shaw House

    • Yes, The Shaw House is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Shaw House is 0.7 miles from the centre of Galveston. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at The Shaw House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at The Shaw House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Shaw House has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 5 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The Shaw House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Children's playground
      • Fishing
      • Windsurfing
      • Horse riding

    • The Shaw House can accommodate the following group size:

      • 8 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.