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Whimsy - An Historic Bungalow by the Beach

Family-friendly holiday home in Galveston with a water park

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Step into Whimsy, a charming 1922 Craftsman bungalow in Galveston's historic district. With its bright and cheerful interior decor, comfy Boho style living room, sunroom with a double bed and large backyard featuring an outdoor shower and wood deck with gas grill.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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

Whimsy - An Historic Bungalow by the Beach

Whimsy is a charming Craftsman bungalow. Built in 1922, it is one of Galveston's historic gems, designated as a City of Galveston landmark and the only bungalow featured on the Galveston Historical Homes Tour in 2022.

It boasts light-filled spaces, vintage details and an interior decor that is bright and cheerful and downright fun!

The bungalow showcases a comfy, chic Boho style and provides the perfect setting for enjoying colorful times on the island.

Inside the bungalow, you'll find a living room, dining room, sunroom (with a double bed), two large bedrooms (with a total of three queen beds), large and updated bathroom and a uniquely rustic kitchen. There, you will appreciate the exposed brick post, original shiplap walls and custom-made wood cabinets, counters and backsplash.

The bathroom features original tile floors, a large walk-in shower and custom-made wood shower enclosure.

The bungalow also has a large front porch and a fenced and palm-shaded backyard with an outdoor shower and large wood deck, complete with a gas grill, picnic table, Adirondeck chairs and tables, and a classic Coca-Cola cooler for icing down your favorite beverages.

Whimsy is located just eight blocks from the beach. It is equally convenient to Pleasure Pier, Moody Gardens and The Strand, with all its shops, restaurants and entertainment venues.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Rules

Put trash in plastic bags and place in green trash bin outside at check out.
Please make sure both gates in back yard are locked.
Do not put plastic glasses in the dishwasher.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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 GVR07708

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bungalow Beach House Galveston
Bungalow Beach House
Bungalow Beach Galveston
Bungalow Beach
Bungalow by the Beach
Whimsy Bungalow By The Beach
Whimsy - Bungalow by the Beach Galveston
Whimsy - Bungalow by the Beach Private vacation home
Whimsy - Bungalow by the Beach Private vacation home Galveston

About the area

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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Seawall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Port of Galveston - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Moody Gardens - 7 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spot - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Poop Deck - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Brick House Tavern + Tap - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Gaido's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Shrimp N Stuff - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Whimsy - An Historic Bungalow by the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Whimsy - An Historic Bungalow by the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whimsy - An Historic Bungalow by the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whimsy - An Historic Bungalow by the Beach located?

This family-friendly Galveston holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Samuel May Williams House and Galveston Seawall. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Port of Galveston are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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