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Once Upon a Tide by Ryson Vacation Rentals

3.0 star property
Beachside cottage with water park

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 81001 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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12828 John Reynolds Rd, Galveston, TX, 77554
  • Place, Bermuda Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Spanish Grant Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located in West End, this cottage is adjacent to Bermuda Beach and within a 5-minute walk of West Beach. The 3-star cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Bermuda Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • West Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Spanish Grant Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hershey Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pirate's Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Galveston Island Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Viet Cajun - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Bean Coffee and Cream - ‬9 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.

Once Upon a Tide by Ryson Vacation Rentals

Beachside cottage with water park
At this cottage, guests have access to a marina, a water park, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. This beach cottage also has a library.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a dryer and an ironing board.
A marina and a water park are featured at the cottage.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Library
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Marina

Laundry

  • Dryer

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Snorkeling
  • Water park
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

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

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [at the property]
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number GVR14584

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is situated in West End, just steps from Bermuda Beach and West Beach. You'll also find Spanish Grant Beach and Hershey Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Once Upon a Tide by Ryson Vacation Rentals good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront cottage include a kitchen as well as a restaurant and a marina.

Does Once Upon a Tide by Ryson Vacation Rentals have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Once Upon a Tide by Ryson Vacation Rentals?

Yes, every accommodation at Once Upon a Tide by Ryson Vacation Rentals comes with a balcony with some featuring beach views.

Once Upon a Tide by Ryson Vacation Rentals Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We come to Galveston every summer, once sometimes twice. This trip was by far the best! Our family of 7 loved this house. Perfect walk to the beach, plenty of room for everyone, cozy and clean! We will definitely be coming back. Thank you for such a nice stay Once Upon a Tide!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025