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A living room with a sofa, wicker chairs, a glass coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.
A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a glass coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A two-story house with a balcony, a covered porch, and a white picket fence.
A dining area with wicker chairs, a round wooden table, and a chandelier.
A room with two bunk beds, a small table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Pirate's Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirates Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Country Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located in West End, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Pirate's Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pirates Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Galveston Country Club - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Palm Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 24 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Basin Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Viet Cajun - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬5 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.

The Shell Shack

Welcome to the Shell Shack, a charming beach cottage in Pirates Beach! 2BR/1BA upstairs with open living and lots of natural light. The two bedrooms include a king bed and two bunk beds. Bonus bunk room, half bath, laundry, and outdoor shower downstairs. Large fenced yard—pet friendly! Just two blocks to the beach or Pirates Beach Center shops and dining. Enjoy a relaxing family weekend or "work from home" for the week!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 999 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Table tennis

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

This is a quiet, family friendly neighborhood. Please keep noise to a minimum and be respectful to neighbors. Neighborhood quiet hours are 10p - 8a.
Please use a cooler for any freshly caught fish, not the refrigerator.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (999 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Property Registration Number GVR07924

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Galveston
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Galveston

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in West End within a 10-minute walk of Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach. You'll also find Galveston Island Beaches and Jamaica Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Shell Shack?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is The Shell Shack a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a smart TV and a kitchen in each house and a kitchen in some.

Does The Shell Shack have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does The Shell Shack have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Shell Shack?

Yes, every house at The Shell Shack comes with a balcony.

The Shell Shack Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a small group getaway! Close to the beach. The downstairs bunk room had a bunch of bikes in it so it wasn’t really useable but the couch upstairs is a pullout so it all worked out for my group of 5. Host is easy to reach and the place was clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the Shell Shack, it was a perfect beach stay for our Family of 5 and dog. It was exactly as advertised and we had a great time - even with rainy weather! Would return and recommend. Short walk to the beach was a breeze, didn't need a golf cart!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026