At this holiday home you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Moody Gardens and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a dryer and a balcony. .Home is individually decorated and features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, along with 2 bathrooms, a dining area and a ceiling fan. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find snorkelling, and enjoy the on-site marina. At the holiday home's restaurant, you can grab a bite to eat. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Near West End holiday home include Galveston Seawall and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal.
Galveston Island Convention Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 7 min walk
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 16 min walk
Kroger Fuel Center - 3 min drive
Doc Holiday’s Roadhouse - 2 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.
Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals offers its guests a marina. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.
1 guestroom or unit
No smoking on site
Dining venue
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.
Bathrooms include baths or showers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [at the property]
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets are welcome and stay free
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
Smoking rooms only
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Payment types
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property Registration Number GVR13026
We should mention
Pets are welcome in smoking rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Sandy Smiles Cottage
Sandy Smiles Galveston
Sandy Smiles Cottage Galveston
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals?
Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is parking available at Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals?
Yep, Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals?
Yep, Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals is a short 19-minute walk from Seawall Beach.
Fun beach activities include snorkelling, body boarding and sailing.
Does Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool but offers access to an outdoor pool nearby.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals?
No, Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals?
Yep, you can grab a meal at Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals's onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Sandy Smiles by Ryson Vacation Rentals Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sergio
21 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed staying at this location! The house was very clean as well as the property. Neighborhood is very peaceful and quiet so you'll definitely get to enjoy a cup of coffee on the back porch in the mornings. Overall I was very pleased with my stay.
Sergio
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
10/10 Excellent
Amy
31 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Amy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
8/10 Good
Lacy
Travelled with family
30 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Beach Getaway
Sandy Smiles property was perfect for my family especially since it is pet friendly. We had stayed here for the weekend because my gym was having a beach get together at Terramar Beach and this was perfect! They proved you with a code to the pool which we did not take advantage of but enjoyed watching it from the balcony. The balcony also over looks the lake and other nearby properties. All we had to do was drive or walk across the street and enjoy the beach. Three things that were kind of a pain were the sugar ants especially on the master bathroom countertop. Also when we got there the master bathroom had bowel movement stains that I had to clean. I clean the toilet anywhere I stay but never stayed where it had visible stains in the bowl on arrival day. The property stated they cleaned it before we arrived. Also we tried to get the code on the fishing pier that the guy at the store told my husband that may be available to us. We called and spoke with customer service, who told us they were not sure and would get back to us but they never did. The property comes equipped with almost all household items you would need and cleaning supplies. There is a three burner grill in the shed, Boogie Boards and an outside shower to rinse off the sand. Loved that the property gave us options where my family and I can enjoy the outdoors. Beside the few things I listed as cons I would stay here again.
There was a fire ant infestation which had started before we arrived because when I moved a trash can to kill more ants there were dead ants under the trash can. There were ants in the master closet, bath, bedroom, kitchen and another bedroom. Ants were even in one of the beds. Also, there was no additional toilet paper or paper towels, so we had to go to the store to buy extra since we had 9 people.
The house was beautiful, the view of the pond was great, and its location was excellent to the pool and the beach. There is only one couch that seats 3-4 people, which really needs to be upgraded to a sectional for the number of people that the house sleeps. They give you a pool code but there is no place to enter a code, so unless someone is at the pool, you can’t get in. Overall, we loved the location and how nice the house was but were frustrated with the lack of pool access and the ants really made it frustrating.