Welcome to Herons Nest! - Your perfect family vacation is waiting for you at Herons Nest! Book today!Jamaica Beach Charm - The only agenda here is to relax and have a great time.Spacious Living Room - Large comfortable couches, a flat screen TV, and ceiling fan so you can enjoy your evenings with family and lots of breathing space.Stretch Out and Relax! - Afternoon nap? Why not?! You are on vacation after all!Can't Decide If You Want to Eat or Watch a Movie? - You don't have to here, The open floor plan allows you to do both!Culinary Delight - When you have a gourmet kitchen, there are no limits to the meals you can prepare for your vacationing family and friends.Delightful Dinner Space - Look forward to spending quality vacation time with the family and friends around the lovely dining room table.Full Kitchen - The full kitchen will appease any picky chef.Coffee Anyone? - Pull up a stool to the breakfast bar and drink a morning cup of joe. It’s a great place to plan your day’s activities, gather your wits, and get ready for more quality time!Easy Living - Take a moment for yourself to sit in one of the relaxing porch chairs and breathe in deeply of the fresh salty sea air, cool beverage in hand.Pure Relaxation - The balcony makes the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal or glass of wine while watching the sunset.Large Patio - Our spacious patio is the perfect place to gather the family and enjoy the beautiful yard. The salt-laced breezes are definitely a plus!Large Patio - Our spacious patio is the perfect place to gather your family to enjoy the scenery and the soft, cool breezes.Snooze Away - This primary bedroom is complete with everything you need to take you adrift towards your sweetest dreams.Serene Retreat - The king-sized bed in the primary bedroom is so inviting and comfortable, you’ll sleep like a baby as you dream of all the fun you’ll have in the day ahead.Getting Ready For The Day -  You’ll enjoy all the comforts of home in this bathroom, it makes getting ready each day quick and easy.Spend Time By Yourself - The bedroom is well-suited to meet your needs for rest and relaxation.Sleep In Comfort - Whether you need an afternoon siesta or you're ready to snuggle in for the night, you'll find this cozy bed to be just right!Third Bedroom - Our bright and cheerful third bedroom will delight any guest! With a flat-screen TV and plenty of storage space, this bedroom is the ultimate retreat after a long day of adventuring.Late Night TV - Can’t sleep? No problem. Just turn on some late night TV and you’ll be drifting off to dreamland in no time.Twin Beds - Perfect for younger travelers or multiple guests, our twin beds are a comfortable way to say "the more the merrier.Have a Sleep Over! - This spacious bedroom can fit all of the young ones. With plenty of space, everyone can bring their favorite toys too!Second Bedroom - The second bedroom is a welcome retreat for a second couple or any children who may accompany you to Herons Nest.Washer and Dryer - Feel free to pack light! With the convenience of a washer and dryer, you won't have to worry about overstuffing your suitcase on this vacation!Fresh Air - The deck is the perfect place to sit outside and enjoy the crisp air. Grab a book, a drink, or a friend and just relax!Fresh Air - The deck is the perfect place if you want to sit outside and enjoy the fresh air. Make some drinks, get the crew and really enjoy yourselves on this vacation!Dine Alfresco - Bring dinner outside and enjoy it in the salt-tinged air.Treat Yourself - You work hard all year, don't settle for mediocrity! Treat you and your family to a vacation worth remembering at Herons Nest.Bay Views - The bay's tranquil waters are a perfect backdrop to your vacation stay.Boat Deck - Pull up your boat at the deck! Cruise along the calming waters and return back home for a nice al fresco meal on the patio!Jamaica Beach is a large community on Galveston Island, with plenty of homes with great views of the water.Jamaica Beach, Galveston is also perfect for those wanting to stay on a canal or on the bayside. There are plenty of vacation homes right on the water!Enjoy the Jamaica Beach community pool while you stay here!There is a relaxing water feature in the public pool area, perfect for kids!The Jamaica Beach City Park has a great playground for your kiddos!While you're here, head on over to the Jamaica Beach City Park! Great family-friendly environment while you take a break from the beach!
Welcome to Herons Nest! - Your perfect family vacation is waiting for you at Herons Nest! Book today! Jamaica Beach Charm - The only agenda here is to relax and have a great time. Spacious Living Room - Large comfortable couches, a flat screen TV, and ceiling fan so you can enjoy your evenings with family and lots of breathing space. Stretch Out and Relax! - Afternoon nap? Why not?! You are on vacation after all! Can't Decide If You Want to Eat or Watch a Movie? - You don't have to here, The open floor plan allows you to do both! Culinary Delight - When you have a gourmet kitchen, there are no limits to the meals you can prepare for your vacationing family and friends. Delightful Dinner Space - Look forward to spending quality vacation time with the family and friends around the lovely dining room table. Full Kitchen - The full kitchen will appease any picky chef. Coffee Anyone? - Pull up a stool to the breakfast bar and drink a morning cup of joe. It’s a great place to plan your day’s activities, gather your wits, and get ready for more quality time! Easy Living - Take a moment for yourself to sit in one of the relaxing porch chairs and breathe in deeply of the fresh salty sea air, cool beverage in hand. Pure Relaxation - The balcony makes the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal or glass of wine while watching the sunset. Large Patio - Our spacious patio is the perfect place to gather the family and enjoy the beautiful yard. The salt-laced breezes are definitely a plus! Large Patio - Our spacious patio is the perfect place to gather your family to enjoy the scenery and the soft, cool breezes. Snooze Away - This primary bedroom is complete with everything you need to take you adrift towards your sweetest dreams. Serene Retreat - The king-sized bed in the primary bedroom is so inviting and comfortable, you’ll sleep like a baby as you dream of all the fun you’ll have in the day ahead. Getting Ready For The Day -  You’ll enjoy all the comforts of home in this bathroom, it makes getting ready each day quick and easy. Spend Time By Yourself - The bedroom is well-suited to meet your needs for rest and relaxation. Sleep In Comfort - Whether you need an afternoon siesta or you're ready to snuggle in for the night, you'll find this cozy bed to be just right! Third Bedroom - Our bright and cheerful third bedroom will delight any guest! With a flat-screen TV and plenty of storage space, this bedroom is the ultimate retreat after a long day of adventuring. Late Night TV - Can’t sleep? No problem. Just turn on some late night TV and you’ll be drifting off to dreamland in no time. Twin Beds - Perfect for younger travelers or multiple guests, our twin beds are a comfortable way to say "the more the merrier. Have a Sleep Over! - This spacious bedroom can fit all of the young ones. With plenty of space, everyone can bring their favorite toys too! Second Bedroom - The second bedroom is a welcome retreat for a second couple or any children who may accompany you to Herons Nest. Washer and Dryer - Feel free to pack light! With the convenience of a washer and dryer, you won't have to worry about overstuffing your suitcase on this vacation! Fresh Air - The deck is the perfect place to sit outside and enjoy the crisp air. Grab a book, a drink, or a friend and just relax! Fresh Air - The deck is the perfect place if you want to sit outside and enjoy the fresh air. Make some drinks, get the crew and really enjoy yourselves on this vacation! Dine Alfresco - Bring dinner outside and enjoy it in the salt-tinged air. Treat Yourself - You work hard all year, don't settle for mediocrity! Treat you and your family to a vacation worth remembering at Herons Nest. Bay Views - The bay's tranquil waters are a perfect backdrop to your vacation stay. Boat Deck - Pull up your boat at the deck! Cruise along the calming waters and return back home for a nice al fresco meal on the patio! Jamaica Beach is a large community on Galveston Island, with plenty of homes with great views of the water. Jamaica Beach, Galveston is also perfect for those wanting to stay on a canal or on the bayside. There are plenty of vacation homes right on the water! Enjoy the Jamaica Beach community pool while you stay here! There is a relaxing water feature in the public pool area, perfect for kids! The Jamaica Beach City Park has a great playground for your kiddos! While you're here, head on over to the Jamaica Beach City Park! Great family-friendly environment while you take a break from the beach!

Where you'll be

Description

Heron's Nest is a cozy canal home in Jamaica Beach with an amazing deck with extension directly over the canal with both a covered portion and an uncovered area. For the family who loves to fish and for those who just love a great deck with amazing water v...
Heron's Nest is a cozy canal home in Jamaica Beach with an amazing deck with extension directly over the canal with both a covered portion and an uncovered area. For the family who loves to fish and for those who just love a great deck with amazing water views, Heron's Nest has it all.

Heron's Nest is a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home that will accommodate up to 9 people. The kitchen is very well equipped and includes a full-size frig, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee pot, blender, and a toaster. The home also has central air and heat, washer/dryer, fenced yard, charcoal and propane grill, swing and a boat dock.

On the main level of the home, the primary bedroom has a king-size bed, TV, an en suite private bath which was recently completely renovated with a deep soaking tub/shower, blue tooth speaker in the bath. The second bedroom has a queen-sized bed, the third bedroom has 2 single beds. The second bathroom on the main level was recently completely renovated and has a large walk-in shower with a rain shower head and blue tooth fan/speaker! Turn your music on while you are in the restroom. The ground level bedroom offers a queen bed, a single-sized bed, TV and attached half-bath. The laundry room is newly renovated and has a large capacity stackable washer/dryer!

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), and but not too far away from most of the island attractions (10 miles from 61st Street). Jamaica Beach also has it’s 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.

This home is pet-friendly. 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.

No white trash bags allowed; all trash has to be in black trash bags. The City will issue citations.

It is recommended to review Ryson's Packing List when planning your vacation. If there are any questions, please contact us.

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 dune. 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.

The boat slip is available for guest use.

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.

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Where you'll sleep

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Queen Twin
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Primary Bedroom
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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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Caroline N.
Verified Guest Comment

Very clean and updated kitchen and bathrooms. Quiet during our stay. Seven guests. Comfortable furniture, plenty of guest towels, cooking utensils, cook wear, drink glasses, plates and bowls, and large fridge with ice maker. Great view of sunset sky from the upper deck. Plenty of dining chairs and counter stools in the kitchen. Guests need to bring their own seasonings, salt and pepper, cooking oil, foil, plastic wrap, wine glasses, additional dishwasher soap, dish towels, and trash bags.

12/24/2023
Thank you so much for choosing Jackson Mountain Rentals for your vacation getaway! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Our team works hard to provide a memorable experience, and we're delighted to know that we could contribute to your positive vacation memories. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we truly appreciate your kind words. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. If there's anything specific you loved about your stay or any suggestions you have for improvement, we'd love to hear it. Once again, thank you for choosing Jackson Mountain Rentals. We can't wait to host you again and make your next visit even more special! Warm regards, -Your Jackson Mountain Team
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Rachel S.
Verified Guest Comment

The house was great! The kitchen was very well appointed and Ryson left many welcoming touches on arrival. All was clean and the area was quiet. The beds downstairs are designed for kids but the extra space was nice. We spent a lot of time in the fabulous outdoor spaces.

11/26/2023
Rachel was a wonderful guest. We hope they come back next year for another memorable vacation!
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Edward or Carmen B.
Verified Guest Comment

10/20/2023
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Allyson S.
Verified Guest Comment

07/10/2023
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Tammy H.
Verified Guest Comment

Bring trash bags and hand soap for the sinks. This place was fine for our very last minute trip that we just took. In the future we will plan ahead and definitely find something MUCH nicer for a MUCH BETTER price. This place is NOT bad, just NOT WORTH the price we paid.

07/02/2023

Important things to know

Policies

Details

Check-In: 4:00 PM

Check-Out: 10:00 AM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Max pets: 2

Deposits
  • 46+ Days Prior to Arrival, 30% is due at the time of Booking.
  • Within 45 Days Prior to Arrival, 100% is due at the time of Booking.
Cancellations
  • Arrival window within 30 days or less, all payments are non-refundable.
  • Arrival window is within 31 days or more, a partial refund of 50% will be provided.