Welcome to The Skipper, your perfect beach escape! Located just steps from the sand, this second-row home offers stunning ocean views from the spacious deck and living area. Enjoy your morning coffee while listening to the waves or unwind after a day at the beach with a breathtaking sunset.
This comfortable and well-equipped home is perfect for couples, families, or small groups looking for a relaxing coastal getaway.
THE VIEW
it on the deck of our second-row home and watch — and listen to — the sea. From inside, a glance out the living room or dining area windows reveals that same stunning ocean view.
THE BEACH
A short walk across the street brings you to a quiet, pedestrian-only beach. With no cars allowed, finding your perfect spot is effortless. When you return, rinse off at the outdoor shower with both hot and cold water.
THE LOCATION
The Skipper sits just far enough from the city that the beach feels peaceful and uncrowded — yet everything Galveston has to offer is only about 20 minutes away.
Right next door you'll find a grocery store, gas station, and restaurant. The beach, food, and fuel are all within easy walking distance — you may not need your car at all during your stay.
INSIDE
The Skipper features an open-concept layout with the living, kitchen, and dining areas flowing together — great for keeping the group connected whether you're cooking, eating, or relaxing. Ocean views are visible from the windows throughout the living areas. The kitchen is well-stocked and includes a dishwasher, full-size refrigerator, washer and dryer, and more. The primary bedroom features a queen bed and a TV with Roku. The large bedroom has two queen beds.
Entire home rental
Self Check-in via Digital Lock or Lockbox backup.
Driveway parking for up to 4 vehicles (free).
DISTANCES
Jamaica Beach: 0.7 mi | Galveston / Moody Gardens / Schlitterbahn: 10 mi | Hobby Airport: 50 mi | Bush Intercontinental Airport: 78 mi
GUEST SAFETY
The health and safety of our guests are our top priority. Our cleaning crew follows rigorous sanitation protocols that meet or exceed our online travel agencies standards.
Exterior security cameras are located under the home, facing the driveway and external stairway. A decibel meter inside the home monitors noise levels — this device does not listen to or record audio, and is approved by all of our online travel agencies.
HOUSE RULES (see detailed list under house policies)
🚫 No parties or events – This property is on a septic system and cannot support large gatherings. The Skipper is also an older property and large numbers of people can quickly become dangerous. No guests beyond those listed on your reservation. If your group is renting multiple properties, please do not use The Skipper as a shared day-house. Anyone on the property counts as a guest.
🐾 No pets – This is a pet-free property. (Owner's children have allergies)
🚬 No smoking indoors – Guests may smoke outside or under the home. Please bring your own ashtray. The interior must be odor-free at checkout.
🚪 Restricted areas – One bedroom is undergoing work and is not part of the rental. Guests are asked not to enter attic spaces.
WI-FI NOTE
We have free WIFI provided by cable Internet. We cannot guarantee the internet signal quality of this 3rd party service even if listed as a furnished amenity in this property description.
Registration number GVR-07874
Room details
Bedroom 2Larger bedroom
2 x Queen bed
Bedroom 1Perfect sized bedroom
1 x Queen bed
AmenitiesUnique benefits
🌊 Ocean Views – Soak in beach and water views from the living room, dining area, and kitchen — no need to step outside.
🌅 Deck with a View – Unwind on the deck with ocean views and the relaxing sounds of the sea drifting in.
🏖 Steps to the Beach – Just a short stroll across the street to a peaceful, pedestrian-only beach — no cars, just sand, sun, and sea!
🏠 Open, Airy Layout – The living, dining, and kitchen areas flow together — perfect for keeping the group connected whether you're cooking, eating, or relaxing.
🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen – Everything you need to cook for the whole crew: dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender, and more.
🛏 2 Bedrooms, 3 Queen Beds – Sleeps up to 6 guests comfortably.
-- Primary Bedroom – 1 Queen Bed + TV with Roku
-- Large Bedroom – 2 Queen Beds
🛁 Full Bath – Spacious shower to freshen up after a beach day.
🚿 Outdoor Shower – Hot and cold water — ideal for rinsing off sand and sea before heading inside.
🛋 Living & Dining Area – Kick back with comfortable seating, a 55" Roku Smart TV, DVD player, board games, and a small book and movie library.
🧺 Full-Size Washer & Dryer – Pack light — laundry is easy here!
📶 Fast Wi-Fi & Streaming – Strong Wi-Fi throughout, plus Roku-enabled TVs in the living room and bedroom. Just bring your subscriptions!
Select check-in and check-out dates to see the availability of this home for your trip
Guests1 guest
Location
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
The Skipper is tucked into a quiet, one-street neighborhood just west of Jamaica Beach, on the second row of homes with the beach right across the street. Most homes in front of The Skipper are newly built and elevated, meaning you can see the ocean right beneath them — an unexpected bonus.
A small city pocket park sits near the neighborhood entrance. The Skipper is about halfway down the street — far enough that the beach in front of the house stays quiet, while the livelier park area remains just a short walk away. Enjoy the best of both worlds!
Home truths
We have hosted many parties of six who have enjoyed themselves, but *we* feel with the seating arrangements and single bathroom, that our home is best suited for up to four or five adult sized people, plus children.
Open stairway is outdoors and partially protected by the roof overhang. Our house is lower to the ground than most and is only one floor.
Checkout Requests are in the check-in/check-out information.
House rules
24+
Lead guestIn order to book this property the lead guest must be over 24 years old.
Humans onlySadly pets are not permitted at this property. Un-authorized pets may be subject to a fine.
Thank you for not smokingThis is a smoke-free home. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the full security deposit and my be subject to a fine.
Respect your neighboursPlease be considerate of your neighbours and mindful of noise levels.
Additional rules1. Locals must communicate with us before booking.
2. Total Occupancy limit of six (6). At most, six adults were on the property at a time.
3. There is little or no infant support in the home. Info on renting equipment is in the house guide.
4. Fees: $250/day smoking fee. $250 lost key fee to replace lockset. $275 undeclared pet fee. (note: Guests usually do not need a key). The late checkout fee is $25/hr but may be higher if we cannot prepare the house for the next guest.
5. Check-out is by 11:00 a.m. Check-in is after 4:00 p.m.
6. You ensure you have a felony-free record.
7. A violation of the House Rules can lead to the immediate removal of all guests without a refund.
8. You agree to be booked in goodwill and will not attempt to damage the property because you are dissatisfied with a ruling by an online travel agency or the Host.
9. If subsequent guests, with reservations booked direct or via an online travel agency, are unable to use the property due to any action by you, not limited to lost keys, locked doors, accessibility issues, damaged furniture, smoking, lead times for replacement items, damage to the property or violation of house rules, you are financially responsible for the lost revenue, discounts, or compensation afforded to them by us for the inconvenience.
10. Virus: The guest will communicate with the Host before renting if they are entering quarantine or working in a high-risk environment.
11. All adult guest names and ages must be provided.
12. Guests may need to share an email address with us so that we can send the House Guide PDF. This guild has a lot of good information.
13. Guests agree to do a few chores, detailed in the "home truths" section, as part of checkout that are designed to reduce cleaning turn-around time and keep costs low. Guests may pay a small fee, in advance of their stay, to remove our checkout requests.
14. We do not bill guests for everyday wear and tear. If you chip or break a dish or something, please let us know so we can replace it. Please let us know if you find something worn out or missing.