The Turquoise Turtle
4 BR | 2 Full Baths | 1 Half Bath | Sleeps 12 | Community View
Galveston, TX
Where you'll be
Description
This home is a large home with a central hall from the front door. The home has been updated recently while leaving all of the charms of a classic Galveston home. Hardwood floors throughout the property, formal living and dining room, and a very large updated kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters. Guests may enjoy meals prepared in this fully outfitted kitchen and enjoy dining at the round dining room table with seating for 8, or the secondary dining table for 4 guests. Plenty of seating for everyone. The large living area features a sleeper sofa, extra-large wall-mounted Smart TV where guests may watch cable TV or log in to their own Netflix or Hulu Accounts. There is a 1/2 bath at ground level for the convenience of the guest.
Sleeping arrangements are as follows. The primary bedroom is at the top of the stairs with a small portable stair that leads into the primary bedroom (king size bed). The primary bedroom has an en-suite bath with a step-in shower. The primary also has a television and a ceiling fan. Guests will pull the pocket doors that connect with the two queen beds. This large connected room was once the room of the Galveston Quintuplets! The third bedroom also features a queen bed and connects to the upper outdoor deck. The 4th bedroom has a queen bed and access to the hall bath with a tub/shower combination.
This home has 3 televisions, free WIFI, iron, and ironing board (if you must!), kitchen has a dishwasher, icemaker, stove, microwave and anything else including all the dishes, pots, pans, food preparation tools necessary to prepare poolside snacks or full meals!
IN TOWN
Staying in town or near one of Galveston's Historic Districts has its own set of perks and is very different from the West End or near East Beach. Many in town homes are walking distance to the seawall, the beach, restaurants, shopping, the Historic Strand & Postoffice district, the Pleasure Pier, museums, the Galveston-Bolivar Ferry, plenty of other attractions, things to do, grocery stores, Texas A&M University, Shriner’s Hospital, Ronald McDonald House and UTMB (University of Texas Medical Branch), one of the largest, most technologically sophisticated emergency care facilities in the world, a level 1 trauma and burn center.
GULF COAST CONCIERGE
Ryson partners exclusively with Gulf Coast Concierge to make your time on the island unforgettable! Gulf Coast Concierge understands it's the little things that count. Create your own adventures with beach gear and golf cart rentals, a sunset cruise or a bonfire and smores on the beach. Gulf Coast Concierge also offers fishing charters, photo sessions, and a variety of in-home services. If you can dream it, we will do our best to make it happen!
NOTES
All Ryson properties are non-smoking.
This home is pet-friendly. Large dogs allowed. All pets must be registered, and pet fee ($100/pet) must be paid upfront. Outside the home, dogs must be leashed at all times, and owners are responsible for picking up after dogs. Please review Ryson’s 'Tips for Traveling with Pets' for additional information.
It is recommended to review Ryson's Packing List when planning your vacation. If there are any questions, please contact us.
Events, parties, or guests attending prom are prohibited at this home, as well as any type of large gathering with guests not listed on the reservation's Guest Registration or exceeding the maximum occupancy. These provisions are strictly enforced by Ryson Vacation Rentals, and GARM (Galveston Association of Rental Managers) security. If any questions, please contact Ryson.
This vacation home should accommodate up to 2 vehicles to be parked at the property. Carpooling is highly recommended. Vehicles should be parked in the driveway or designated parking space. At no time should any vehicle be parked on lawns, yards or dune. Many HOAs do not allow parking for trailers, RVs, boats, etc. Please contact Ryson with any questions.
Pool and spa are serviced multiple times a week, and we make every effort to keep them in tip top shape. However, we cannot guarantee there won’t be a disruption, but we always make every effort to resolve any issues ASAP.
Outside/exterior security surveillance is present at this home for the security of the home and our guests.
Even if listed as a provided amenities, Ryson is unable to guarantee specific cable package, network or channels or cable and internet signal quality and cable may not be available on all TVs. Oftentimes additional TVs are available for guests wanting to hook up their own game systems or streaming devices.
All reservations require a completed Ryson Rental Agreement, and the agreement holder must be at least 25 years of age to rent this property and provide a valid ID at check-in. Check-in time is 4 pm and check-out time is at 10 am.
EXTENDED STAYS
Monthly rentals are considered in the off-season - Winter Texans, snowbirds, retirees, corporate stays, medical professionals, university students and plant workers are welcome. Extended stays or monthly rentals require a stay of 30+ nights, and these reservations are tax exempt. This is an immediate savings of 15%! Although most extended stay reservations are between the middle of November through February, extended stays may be considered anytime between Labor Day and Memorial Day. Extended stay reservations may not be placed online, but a Ryson Vacation Planner would love to answer any questions you may have and help you reserve your extended stay.
RYSON VACATION RENTALS
Ryson, established in 2006, is the largest local vacation rental provider on Galveston Island, offering close to 300 vacation rentals, including Ryson's Luxury Collection, in-house maintenance, housekeeping, inspection, laundry and property management. Ryson’s team of Vacation Planners are Certified Tourism Ambassadors and more than happy to work with guests interested in renting multiple homes, as they offer expansive local knowledge and know Ryson's vacation homes.
GVR # 05930
Amenities
View
Location
Across From Beach
In Town
Pool
Pool - Private
Property Features
Linens Provided
Heating
Smoke Detector
Private Entrance
Fire Extinguisher
Air Conditioning
Cable/Satellite
Patio
Iron & Ironing Board
Wireless Internet
Washing Machine
Grill - Charcoal
TV (s)
Dining Room
Living Room
TV (s) - Smart
Kitchen
Full Kitchen
Coffee Maker
Cookware
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dishes and Utensils
Ice Maker
Oven
Stove
Toaster Oven
Bathroom
Bath Towels Provided
Parking
Nearby Activities
Medical Services
Restaurants
Fishing
Miniature Golf
Museums
Shopping
Beach (No Cars)
State Parks
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Add your travel dates to complete booking
*The minimum age for check-in is 25
Reviews
Reviews and guest comments are collected from verified guests that have filled out a survey regarding their stay or provided a review via a third party booking site.
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Verified Guest Comment
03/17/2023
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Verified Guest Comment
This place says it sleeps way more than it actually does. We had a group of 8 and this space was too tight for us. Dining room only has 4 chairs. One bed is in the hallway. The master bedroom has a dangerous step-stool like contraption to get into it from the stairs. Two of the bedrooms are separated by only a sliding door, so little privacy. Pool looked nice but it was too cold out to use it. Deck lighting only half worked. Toilets were all very short and you could wash your hands in the sink while sitting on the toilet they were so close together. Nothing has been renovated or upgraded for at least 20 years.
11/08/2021
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Verified Guest Comment
All was great just needed instructions on what switches turn on lights and fan in living room. Also too many keys and locks with no instructions on which keys go to what lock. Overall we loved the house and location will definitely book same house again.
08/02/2021
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Verified Guest Comment
The home was great! Great location. There was a funky smell in the kids playground area in the backyard almost like a big pile of dog poop, but the pool/patio area made up for that. The smell stayed in that area thankfully. Other than that we absolutely enjoyed our stay and look forward to checking out other properties, especially those right off the beach area.
07/15/2021
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Verified Guest Comment
House and pool were perfect. Kitchen was one of the most stocked we have experienced. Even had 2 sets of knives and they were all sharp! Startled and shocked by repairmen and maintenance showing up in a gated and locked backyard before 8:30am and without notice. Also banged on front door as if they were the police. Never was given notice for either.
07/15/2021
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Important things to know
Policies
Details
Deposits
- Within 45 days of arrival, 100% is due at the time of booking.
- 46+ days prior to arrival, $300 is due at the time of booking if the total is less than $4000.
- 46+ days prior to arrival, $1000 is due at the time of booking if the total is more than $4000.
Cancellations
- After 48 hours of booking, if canceled, or in case of no-show, the total amount of the reservation will be charged.
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