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Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven

Holiday home with kitchen, 4-minute walk to Galveston Seawall

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Smart TV
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$494
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪20 min walk‬

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About the area

Galveston

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Galveston Seawall and within 20 minutes of Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a living room, a Smart TV and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .With a stay at this Midtown holiday home, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Port of Galveston.

What's nearby

  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seawall Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Porretto 27th Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Samuel May Williams House - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Spot - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Poop Deck - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brick House Tavern + Tap - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shrimp N Stuff - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬18 min walk

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven

The Cardinal Retreat: Your Journey to a Revitalized Self

Escape to The Cardinal Retreat, a gorgeous historical home one block from the beach, where timeless charm meets unparalleled wellness and restoration. More than just a stay, our space is meticulously designed to nurture your mind, body, and soul, guiding you towards personal growth and profound rejuvenation.

Your Private Oasis for Transformation
Step into your generous wellness suite, a sanctuary entirely dedicated to your well-being and growth. Here, you're invited to deeply unwind in the indoor infrared sauna, allowing tension to melt away. Experience the ultimate stress release in our zero-gravity massage chair, a haven for deep relaxation. Further revitalize your senses and promote cellular renewal with our LED light therapy.

🍃✨🍃 Indoor Wellness & Relaxation 🍃✨🍃
🧘🏻‍♀️ Bluetooth connected infrared sauna
🧘🏻‍♀️ Advanced zero gravity massage chair
🧘🏻‍♀️ LED light therapy pod
🧘🏻‍♀️ Luxurious treatment bed for light therapy, facials, etc.
🧘🏻‍♀️ Curated library to support transformation
🧘🏻‍♀️ Curated wellness activities to support transformation (adult coloring, fidget tools, aromatherapy, singing bowl, hand balls, Himalayan salt lamp, stretch bands, free weights, meditation pillows)

Beyond the suite, your journey continues. Find serenity and inner peace in our inviting outdoor yoga and meditation area, perfect for cultivating mindfulness. Or, delve into new perspectives and knowledge by curling up with a good book from our thoughtfully curated library, fostering intellectual and emotional expansion.

🍃✨🍃 Outdoor Features Recreation 🍃✨🍃
🧘🏻 Deck area
🧘🏻 Dedicated outdoor yoga / meditation space
🧘🏻 Hidden hammock cove
🧘🏻 Outdoor shower
🧘🏻 Outdoor conversational area
🧘🏻 Outdoor dining area (Seats 6 people)
🧘🏻 Solar powered bug zappers, lights and fountains
🧘🏻 Exercise equipment
🧘🏻 Uncovered deck
🧘🏻 Patio

A Personalized Path to Your Best Self
At The Cardinal, your individual experience is at the heart of everything we do. We don't just offer a place to stay; we provide a personalized, curated itinerary designed to help you make the absolute most of your time with us, aligning with your unique goals for rejuvenation and personal growth.

To truly kickstart your journey to a more fulfilled and empowered you, we offer a complimentary consultation with a professional life coach. This invaluable opportunity allows you to explore your aspirations, gain clarity, and set a powerful foundation for lasting change. Simply complete the intake form on our website to begin this transformative dialogue.

Comfort & Connection for a Holistic Experience
This beautifully appointed home features 2 comfortable bedrooms and 1 luxurious bath, comfortably sleeping up to 6 guests, ensuring a restful base for your journey. You'll also find a fully equipped kitchen perfect for preparing nourishing meals, supporting your wellness goals. Our gorgeous backyard offers an idyllic setting for relaxing al fresco, connecting with nature, and simply being present.

🍃✨🍃 Local Attractions & Services 🍃✨🍃
🧘🏻‍♀️ Museum
🧘🏻‍♀️ Botanical gardens
🧘🏻‍♀️ Marina
🧘🏻‍♀️ Pleasure Pier
🧘🏻‍♀️ Health beauty spas
🧘🏻‍♀️ Antiquing
🧘🏻‍♀️ Ecotourism

Ready to experience a retreat unlike any other? Book your stay at The Cardinal Retreat and embark on a personalized journey of restoration, renewal, and profound personal growth.

House Rules
* Quiet hours 9 pm-9 am.
* No Pets Allowed
* Vendors have access to the homes on their scheduled day. Service days have the possibility of changing.
* A laundry bag will be dropped off 1-2 days prior to departure. No need to worry, please leave it where it has been placed.
* This rental property is not used for Nuisance Parties or Unlawful Gatherings. 6 adult maximum plus their dependent children are allowed at the property.
* For your safety and security, there may be public-facing cameras installed on the property.
* Unauthorized late check-out will incur a penalty of $150 + tax
* Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may incur additional fees. Please reach out 1–2 days prior to check-in to inquire about pricing and availability.
* Our homes/units may be rented either together or separately. Because of this, other guests may be staying nearby during your visit. Please be respectful and considerate of others on the property.

Please Note: Upon booking, guests are required to complete a rental agreement, which will be sent via a secure link. Check-in instructions will only be provided after the agreement is completed. Nearby Construction There is ongoing construction taking place near the property during daytime hours. While we do not have control over the schedule or scope of the work, some noise may be heard during your stay—particularly in the mornings. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Please note our policy for items left behind:
We are happy to help return items left behind; however, due to logistics and the time required for our team to retrieve and drop off packages, a $25 handling fee plus the cost of shipping will be applied to any items sent back.
We'd much rather you have your belongings with you! Thank you for doing a final "sweep" of the home before you depart.

We do our best to ensure guests have a 5-star experience. Guests will be provided with a start-up supply of household items such as laundry soap, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, etc so that upon check-in you do not need to run to the store. We do not provide salt, pepper, oils, and spices. If you are staying longer than a few days you will need to purchase these items. Thank you!

Important Note: We want you to enjoy your stay to the fullest, Please be aware amenities may break or not work during your stay and we ll do our best to accommodate you. May an amenity not work or fail during your stay we will do our best to make it right, and we can refund up to 10% of the affected nights to make it right. You have to let us know at the time of notice so we can do our best to remedy the situation.

Available upon request for $40 each
* Air Mattress

Please note: Only guests aged 18 or older are permitted to stay at the property
Please note child friendly options (high chair and pack n play) are not available at this home.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number GVR15432

Property is also known as

975356

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven?

Yep, Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven is a short 4-minute walk from Seawall Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, body boarding and fishing.

How much does it cost to stay at Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven?

As of 10 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven on 11 Feb 2026 start from NZ$493.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven?

No, Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cardinal Retreat | Your Coastal Relaxation Haven?

No, pets are not allowed.

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