This cottage features a marina and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Moody Gardens and Galveston Seawall. Guests can splash around at the water park or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. The property features a kitchen, a balcony, and a microwave.
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
Moody Gardens - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 67 min drive
Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 70 min drive
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 93 min drive
Restaurants
Coopers Landing - 6 min drive
Jimmy's On The Pier - 8 min drive
Galveston Island Brewing - 9 min drive
Viet Cajun - 8 min drive
Pariah Coffee - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Once Upon A Tide
This cottage features a marina and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Moody Gardens and Galveston Seawall. Guests can splash around at the water park or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. The property features a kitchen, a balcony, and a microwave.
At a glance
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Property size
Private cottage
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [at the property]
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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
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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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
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Living spaces
Living room
Dining room
Library
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Dryer
Work spaces
Laptop workspace
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Water park
Marina on site
Snorkeling on site
Sailing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Ecotours nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Fishing 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
Policies
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 GVR14584
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at this cottage?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
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 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Once Upon A Tide and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as snorkeling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Once Upon A Tide also has a water park.
Are there restaurants at or near this cottage?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Once Upon A Tide have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a blender, cookware, and a microwave.
Does Once Upon A Tide have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, this cottage features a balcony.
What's the area around Once Upon A Tide like?
Once Upon A Tide is a short 2-minute walk from Bermuda Beach and 3 minutes' walk from West Beach.
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Reviews
Once Upon A Tide Reviews
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Eco-friendliness
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Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
We come to Galveston every summer, once sometimes twice. This trip was by far the best! Our family of 7 loved this house. Perfect walk to the beach, plenty of room for everyone, cozy and clean! We will definitely be coming back. Thank you for such a nice stay Once Upon a Tide!