Nestled across the street from Lake Madeline, The Seahorse offers a serene retreat with private decks overlooking the lake. Guests can enjoy use of the pool and grounds, featuring a Koi pond and green-house. This charming apartment has everything you need to unwind, including a well-equipped kitchen with stovetop and microwave/convection oven.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$235
AU$235
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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About this property
The Seahorse Apt - Lakeside and 2 blocks to the Beach
The Seahorse is a new non-smoking 1/1, 400sqft apartment with 10ft ceilings located across the street from Lake Madeline. The apt. is located on the first floor of our home with its own private entrance along with 2 private decks overlooking the lake. Guests have use of our pool and our grounds, Koi pond, and green-house. The apt has everything you may need to enjoy your stay with us.
In the apartment's little kitchen, you will find everything you may need to prepare a meal. We offer a stovetop for cooking. But instead of an oven, we offer a combination microwave that is a microwave/convection oven and air fryer. It does a great job preparing your food. You will find cooking instructions next to the microwave. There is plenty of dishes and cooking utensils for your use.
There will be a couple of steps up into the bathroom area.
The TV does have basic cable. You can get regular channels and also login into Netflix and other movie networks with your sign-ins.
The Seahorse is located just 2 blocks from the Seawall and everything in Galveston. Guests can sit on the deck and watch the lake and enjoy the peace and quiet of the wonderful neighborhood, and possibly see the dolphins living in the lake. The pool area has 3 decks around the pool with 1, the main deck is fully covered. We are across the lake from Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn water park. The Pleasure Pier is also just over 2 miles away. And minutes to all types of restaurants, bars, and grills. We are 4 miles from the Strand/Port area of downtown.
We the Owners, Woody and Richard live on the property on the upper 2 floors of the home. We have been hosting guests at our other properties since 2001. We've been told we have a wonderfully relaxing location here and we should share it with guests. We plan to only mingle with guests at the pool area or on any of our other upper decks around the home. Woody is an excellent gardener and keeper of his Orchid greenhouse. Guests are free to roam the 1/2 acre property. There is a cat named Missy-ann and our Boston Terrier named Spotallen on the property. Along with our 8 Koi fish and chickens. Yes, chickens, are located at the far end of the pool. You won't really know they are there unless you hear them or look for them.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchenette
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets 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.
Accessible parking space
No lift (single-level property)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Winery tours 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)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Very simple, gather up your things, wash your dishes, put the key back in the lockbox and have a very safe trip home. Thank you in advance!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
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
Property Registration Number GVR08675
About the area
Located in Near West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this apartment is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Magic Carpet Golf are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Galveston travel guide
Is The Seahorse Apt - Lakeside and 2 blocks to the Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Seahorse Apt - Lakeside and 2 blocks to the Beach?
As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Seahorse Apt - Lakeside and 2 blocks to the Beach on 19 Apr 2026 start from AU$235, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Seahorse Apt - Lakeside and 2 blocks to the Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Seahorse Apt - Lakeside and 2 blocks to the Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Seahorse Apt - Lakeside and 2 blocks to the Beach?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Seahorse Apt - Lakeside and 2 blocks to the Beach located?
Located in Near West End, this historic apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Beaches are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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The Seahorse Apt - Lakeside and 2 blocks to the Beach Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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The property was kept up well and in a nice location close to the beach. We absolutely loved the owners dog “Spot” and were delighted when he greeted us on multiple occasions. We were very pleased with our stay.
My wife and I stayed a couple of days, after coming in town for the rodeo. This cute place was very central. Host were very nice and friendly, as were their pets. We would definitely stay here again
Beautiful grounds, pool area was nice and inviting. Location was great - nice neighborhood, close enough to everything but out of the way of the crowds. Everything you need for a quiet escape!
What a wonderful little place. Owners are polite and responsive and the little apartment was perfect for our stay. Very clean , very comfortable!! 5 stars
My kids and I loved the apartment. It was super cute. We had access to their pool, the Koi pond was really nice, and the beach is close. All around great experience
Everything about this stay was wondeful, it was easy access to anything on island and my partner and I loved the apartment! It was spacious, and well accomodated. 11/10 recommend and we will be back!!!
I loved everything about Sea Horse Apt. beautiful inside and out. Hosts were so friendly. Close to everything but yet far enough away. We will definitely stay again
We loved the Seahorse Apt summer was coming to an end and we wanted to see the beach before work got crazy. SpotAllen was a great host as were Richard and Ross we didn't get to meet them unfortunately they were away but SpotAllen gave us a great tour.
Everything about it I liked. Gold fish, coffee in the morning, swimming pool with privacy, you look around while swimming and you see plenty of plants and flowers, butterflies.
Richard was an amazing host! Apartment was absolutely beautiful and so clean. The yard was so cute and nice to walk around. We even had a visit from Spot! I can’t recommend this place enough.
Had a great stay in this delightful little nook amid beautiful plants and flowers! Too cold for the pool but it was obviously well kept. Even a greenhouse!
An apartment with everything we needed for a low key overnight stay - Quiet, comfortable, and we felt very safe. As we drove away we admired the neighborhood (a side of the island we hadn’t seen before) and commented that we should come down to Galveston more often!
Will was painting for art show, K was wrapping up a writing project — great environment to both work and relax… Beautiful property right across from lake … not much sun in Galveston this week but we had a couple of beautiful sunsets over the lake…Will found plenty to paint right there on site… especially sunset, gardens and koi pond. A great week overall. Hosts were charming and helpful… Thanks!
My husband and I had an amazing stay at the Seahorse Apartment! The apartment is absolutely gorgeous and charming. Everything was fresh and clean and had all the comforts of Home. Ross and Richard have a Beautiful home and we definitely enjoyed the pond, flora and Butterflies. Overall our experience was an absolute 10 out of 10 ⭐️! We would highly recommend staying at the Seahorse apartment, and we hope to stay there again in the future.
WOW! This place is perfect. We were greeted as soon as we arrived and made to feel at home. The apartment is precious and has all the amenities you will need. From the swings to the koi pond to the lush grounds and pool, everything was just lovely. We especially enjoyed sitting outside in the swings with a view of lake and being visiting by Spot, our canine host.
This is a wonderful location because you are removed from the traffic and noise of the seawall but are within walking distance.
We highly recommend!
Perfect tranquility after busy days of orientation at A&M. So nice to relax on the porch swing and gaze at the stars. The apartment had everything I needed. I felt safe and comfortable, and their little dog was so sweet and cute. He came to check on me both evenings when I got to the door and made sure I got inside ok. He didn't bark or jump, just sweet as could be. Such a lovely place to stay. I will be back!
Woody and Richard were absolutely amazing. We were on a 5 day cruise to Costa Maya and Cozumel and we decided to stay in Galveston an extra 2 days. I received a message letting us know that we could check in as soon as we got off the ship. It worked out perfectly for us because we would have had to haul our luggage around until it was time to check in. That was the so sweet of them and was greatly appreciated. They really thought of everything when they put together this cozy cabana. There is a koi pond, a beautiful greenhouse and an outdoor pool. There were 2 outdoor swings to sit and enjoy the beautiful views or just to sit and drink coffee in the morning. The rental was fully equipped with a full size washer and dryer (along with pods and dryer sheets) a gas stovetop, a microwave oven, a Keurig coffee machine and a huge refrigerator. The bed very inviting and was cutely decorated with a beach retreat theme. The sofa in the living room was super comfortable and very relaxing. I enjoyed everything about this property. We were even greeted by Spot, the family pup. He is such a sweet boy. I highly recommend staying here when you are looking for a home away from home.