Vacation rental

The Purple Pelican

Galveston beachfront cottage with restaurant

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Featuring a marina, this cottage puts you within a 10-minute drive of Galveston Island Beaches. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite snorkeling. A garden, a kitchen, and a balcony are other features.

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (8)

  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Barbecue grills
  • Snorkeling

Feel at home (6)

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Television

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About the area

Map
4028 Surf Dr., Galveston, TX, 77554

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Palm Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galveston Country Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pirates Beach - 1 min drive - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 58 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 70 min drive
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Basin Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Venados Cantina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tipsy Turtle Seaside Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Bean Coffee and Cream - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Purple Pelican

  • Featuring a marina, this cottage puts you within a 10-minute drive of Galveston Island Beaches. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite snorkeling. A garden, a kitchen, and a balcony are other features.

At a glance

Property size

    • Private cottage

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 25
    • Check-out time is 11:00 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 25

Pets

    • Pets allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Dining

  • 1 restaurant

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Library

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Dryer

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Marina on site
  • Snorkeling on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Water park nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Ecotours 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
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.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Property Registration Number GVR13033

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at this cottage?

Yes, pets are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at this cottage?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at this cottage?

You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Purple Pelican and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as snorkeling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. The Purple Pelican also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near this cottage?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does The Purple Pelican have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a blender, cookware, and a microwave.

Does The Purple Pelican have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, this cottage features a balcony.

What's the area around The Purple Pelican like?

The Purple Pelican is a short 5-minute walk from Pirate's Beach and 16 minutes' walk from Galveston Island State Park Beach.

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