Gulf Front 8th FL Sunrise Balcony · Pool

Wake up eight floors above the Gulf, brew a Keurig coffee, and step out onto the 24-ft balcony for the sunrise. Keep an eye out for dolphins. Galveston Seazatt View Condo is a calm, seahorse-themed 2BR/1BA located right on the island's iconic Seawall, just across the street from the sand. The kitchen is stocked down to the dish towels. Upfront pricing, no surprises, and a host who lives on the island and answers every text. Cross the causeway. Exhale.



THE VIEW

Galveston Seazatt View Condo sits on the 8th floor at By The Sea Condominiums, high enough to take in the whole sweep of the Gulf. The living area, kitchen, and south bedroom all face the water. Two sets of 11-foot floor-to-ceiling glass sliders, one in the living area and one in the south bedroom, open onto a 24-foot private balcony. We chose bar-height chairs so nothing stands between you and the Gulf, not even the railing. Mornings here have a rhythm: coffee, balcony, sunrise. Guests have even spotted dolphins.



SLEEP & BATH

Two bedrooms, each with a queen bed, and one full bathroom. The south bedroom looks right out at the Gulf, and the north bedroom has a peek of the Gulf. Need room for one more? There's a queen-size self-inflating air mattress, plus a spare sheet set, extra pillows, and blankets in the closet. Both beds are fully made up and ready for you when you arrive. We leave five sets of bath towels for four guests, because running out of towels shouldn't be something you think about on vacation. A hair dryer, iron, and ironing board are here too, so you can pack lighter.



THE KITCHEN

Just add food and clothes and enjoy. You'll find a Keurig with pods, an ice maker, a bar-height dining table, and all the pots, pans, and dishes you need to cook a real meal. We even thought of plastic wine glasses for the pool and the balcony (don't worry, there are real glass ones too). We stock the small stuff generously too, right down to the foil, paper plates, and dish towels. Being under-supplied at a rental is a pet peeve of ours, so we make sure you're never short.



THE LIVING AREA

A 44-inch TV with Roku lets you log into your own streaming accounts. Fair warning: with that view, you may forget it's there.



BEACH DAYS

The beach is literally across the street, with a staircase right at the Seawall. No driving, no parking hassle. Load up our beach cart with the 22-can wheeled cooler and two fold-up beach chairs, and it's one trip to the sand. Done.



THE BUILDING

A shared pool with plenty of seating, propane grills under a shaded gazebo, a tennis court, a Gulf-front workout room, and a community room. The friendly front desk staff are there 24/7 and can often suggest a good place to eat or something fun to do. Grab a luggage cart in the lobby, and there's daily trash pickup at 2:00 p.m. right at your door. Two interior elevators take you up to the 8th floor, and card-operated washers and dryers are on-site, so you can pack half as much.



THE NEIGHBORHOOD

You're on a quieter stretch of the Seawall, just outside the busiest part of the island. Walk to Walmart, two convenience stores, McNeal's Tavern & Eatery, and our favorite, Mel's Blue Plate Express, for a burger and homemade onion rings to eat on the balcony. The $1 Seawall trolley stops four blocks east on 69th Street (our blocks are short) and connects to the historic Strand District. Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn Waterpark are 2 miles away, and Houston is about an hour's drive.



THE DECOR

Soft beach tones and seahorse accents keep things calm, which is exactly the point after a day in the sun. It's upgraded, well cared for, and spotless.



GOOD TO KNOW

• Parking: Stop at the front desk when you arrive to register your vehicle make and model and buy a one-time $35 parking pass plus tax (card only, no cash). Two vehicles per condo.

• Rental agreement: After booking, we'll email you a link to a short electronic rental contract. Please sign it and attach a copy of a valid government-issued ID within 24 hours. Once it's completed, we'll both get an archived copy.

• Minimum stay: 2 nights. Some holiday weekends and special events require 3 nights.

• Up to 4 guests. Please leave pets at home. No smoking inside the condo; cigarette receptacles are located on the property. Quiet hours start at 10 p.m.

• Kids: Because the condo is on the 8th floor and the dining table is bar height with barstools, we feel it's best for kids 5 and up. Please note that we don't provide a pack-n-play or high chair.

• Galveston STR Registration: GVR-00892



YOUR HOSTS

We're Cat & Jack, a retired Air Force family who crossed the causeway, felt our worries lessen, and never looked back. We live five minutes away, our housekeeper Christine has cared for this condo since 2013, and we answer every call and text. Parking is $35 plus tax, we tell you that upfront, and there are never any hidden fees.



10% discount on stays of 4 nights

15% discount on stays of 7 nights