The Good Life
5 BR | 6 Full Baths | 1 Half Bath | Sleeps 20 | Water View
Galveston, TX
Where you'll be
Description
Your dream vacation begins with The Good Life - a home meant for relaxation and enjoyment. Outdoor living at The Good Life includes a private swimming pool, fenced yard, paddleboards, water mat, and canal access for boating or fishing, extra-large flat-screen TV mounted over the pool to watch the game. This two-story home has ample room for entertaining both the adults and children - together or separately. The main floor of the home features an amazing kitchen with a large walk-in pantry, two dishwashers, an extra-large refrigerator, two drawer beverage refrigerator, 6 burner gas range with double ovens, under counter microwave, and warming drawer, and side beverage bar. The open concept living/dining/kitchen area keeps guests flowing from one room to another! There is a 70'' flat-screen TV, linear electric fireplace and large sectional sofa. The dining area will accommodate guests for comfortable dining at the table (seats 10) and the oversized island with stools. The primary bedroom is located on the main floor and features a king-size bed, large flat-screen TV, and en suite bath with dual vanity and expansive step-in shower. Deck access from both the primary bedroom and the main living area with unbelievable views of the main canal in Jamaica Beach the Bay to the north. There is also a 1/2 bath on the main level of the home and a large utility area with a full-size stackable washer and dryer.
Other sleeping accommodations are located on the upper level of the home as follows. The second floor of the home features 4 bedrooms as follows: Bedroom 2 has a king bed with en suite bath including step-in shower. Bedroom 3 has a king-size bed, TV, en suite bath with a step-in shower. Located between bedrooms 2 and 3 is a second living area - the perfect place to send the kids for games, movies and TV time! The upper-level living area has one flat screen mounted TV. The upper-level game room is equipped with both Golden Tee and NBA Jam arcade games, an Xbox with two controllers, hockey, a reading area, a large sectional, and multiple board and card games for guest use (stored in lift top coffee table and window seat in the bunkroom). The 4th bedroom features a king-size bed, TV, and en suite bath with a step-in shower. The fifth bedroom is a bunk room with the following bed configuration 2 sets of TwinXL/TwinXL bunks (sleeps 4), two sets of Queen over Queen bunks (sleeps 8). The bunk room will accommodate 12 total guests. The large shared restroom on the upper level features a full restroom with a dual vanity, and tub/shower combination for the convenience of the guests.
JAMAICA BEACH
Jamaica Beach Texas is one of the most popular beaches and sought-after neighborhoods when it comes to vacation rentals – what it lacks in size, it makes up for action during the summer months, holidays, and event weekends! Jamaica Beach is far enough out to be away from the hustle and bustle of Seawall (8 miles), but not too far away from most of the island attractions (10 miles from 61st Street). Jamaica Beach also has its own community pool and private marina and boat ramp, Regatta Basin, a community pavilion, and playground.
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.
Sorry, pets are not allowed at this home. If needing a pet-friendly vacation rental, please check out Ryson's pet-friendly vacation rentals.
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 4 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 dunes. Many HOAs do not allow parking for trailers, RVs, boats, etc. Please contact Ryson with any questions.
Jamaica Beach is a residential neighborhood, and quiet hours are enforced between 10 pm and 7 am.
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.
Please safely enjoy the electric fireplace.
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. Although there are underwater fishing lights on the property, we do not guarantee them, and no refunds will be issued if they are not working.
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 are more than happy to work with guests interested in renting multiple homes, as they offer expansive local knowledge and know Ryson's vacation homes.
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Amenities
View
Water View
Bay View
Location
Across From Beach
Canal Front
Water Front
Pool
Pool - Community
Pool - Private
Property Features
Air Conditioning
Linens Provided
Heating
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Smoke Detector
Private Entrance
Fire Extinguisher
Balcony
Cable/Satellite
Deck
DVD Player (s)
Fireplace
Game Room
Iron & Ironing Board
Wireless Internet
Washing Machine
Grill - Charcoal
Dryer
TV (s)
Outdoor Shower
Arcade Game(s)
Dining Room
Game Console
Laptop Friendly
Living Room
No Smoking or Vaping Allowed
Private Balcony
TV (s) - Smart
Wine Cooler
Kitchen
Full Kitchen
Blender
Coffee Maker
Cookware
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dishes and Utensils
Keurig Coffee Maker
Ice Maker
Oven
Stove
Mini Fridge
Bathroom
Bath Towels Provided
Hair Dryer
Walk In Shower
Parking
Nearby Activities
Medical Services
Canoeing
Restaurants
Fishing
Fishing - Sound/Bay
Kayaking Rentals
Miniature Golf
Museums
Beach (No Cars)
Biking
Birding
Cinemas
Health Beauty Spa
Marina
State Parks
Water Parks
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*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
The house is beautiful! It can very comfortably sleep 16. There are two large family areas and the outside decks. The kitchen has everything you need and then more! The bedrooms and bathrooms are gorgeous! We fished, swam, played the games in the house, and sat by the fire pit and the water at night. It was like staying at a 5 star resort! We really enjoyed it!
10/13/2021
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Verified Guest Comment
The Good Life was definitely enjoyed by everyone. The house was very clean, very well equipment with all new top of the line appliances and kitchen accessories & appliances as well. The heated pool was perfect for the kids. We enjoyed the house & atmosphere very much.
10/04/2021
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Verified Guest Comment
The house is amazing! The finishes are beautiful! The house is luxurious! This house sleeps 16 people very comfortably! The house has everything you need and more! We played the games provided, watched the tv\'s in every room & by the pool. We swam, we fished. We enjoyed the fire pit on the deck. It was like staying at a 5 star resort!
09/27/2021
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Verified Guest Comment
Place was fantastic. Very nice, super clean, exactly as advertised. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
08/19/2021
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Verified Guest Comment
The Good Life house is AWESOME!!! The setup in the house was perfect for our group. The house was so clean and everything was so nice. Ryson Rentals is friendly and very helpful. We will definitely rent from them again.
07/26/2021
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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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