At this cottage you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Port of Galveston and Galveston Seawall. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fenced private garden, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
University of Texas Medical Branch - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Gypsy Joynt - 11 min walk
Vida Agave - 10 min walk
Red Light Coffee Roasters - 10 min walk
Donut Palace - 11 min walk
Leo's Cajun Corner - 8 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Whimsical Mermaid 2 Bedroom Cottage
Welcome to Sherbet Lane. Enjoy a whimsical & fun mermaid experience at this centrally-located cottage, a half-mile from the beach. Our cottage was recently updated & themed for a unique experience. Including satin mermaid robes for all genders. We offer iced cold water, hot coffee plus a light breakfast which includes waffles or oatmeal. Our keyless entry and brightly lit patio provides safety when coming in after dark. Full laundry services. A charcoal BBQ is available outside for grilling. Our yard is a shared space with our vacation rental next door. Please be courteous to each other. We do offer bike rentals. We have two bikes for the entire property. First come, first serve basis.
Property manager
Kally & Orlando
Languages
English, Spanish
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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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Pet fee $25. Dogs are not allowed on the furniture
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8.
Property Registration Number GVR08607
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Whimsical Mermaid 2 Bedroom Cottage?
Yep, Whimsical Mermaid 2 Bedroom Cottage is a short 18-minute walk from Seawall Beach.
Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and parasailing. You can also find motor boats.
Does Whimsical Mermaid 2 Bedroom Cottage have a pool?
No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.
Does Whimsical Mermaid 2 Bedroom Cottage have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whimsical Mermaid 2 Bedroom Cottage?
No, Whimsical Mermaid 2 Bedroom Cottage does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Whimsical Mermaid 2 Bedroom Cottage?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Whimsical Mermaid 2 Bedroom Cottage Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 36 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 36 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jordan S.
27 Apr 2025
Jordan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
alyssa e.
23 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Whimsical Mermaid
Great house! Very good communication.
alyssa e.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cruise stay over
What fantastic hosts!!!! Very responsive. The property was a great location and neighborhood. I will stay here when we cruise out of Galveston in the future.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amanda E.
22 Feb 2025
Amanda E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
2/10 Terrible
Colleen M.
10 Nov 2024
Colleen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda M.
16 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Great price for such a clean, cute & comfy cottage. The decor is perfect for providing a relaxed beachy vibe. We so enjoyed our stay in this adorable little house & would book it again! Thank you!
Brenda M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Andrew B.
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Andrew B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Randy L.
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage was clean and stocked.
Cottage was nice and Orlando and his mom were kind and courteous. Will definitely stay again!
Randy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah C.
26 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Getaway
Orlando and Kally have made all the details for these cottages super cute! My friend and I loved staying here. It's the perfect size for two people, and not too far from The Strand shopping and the beach. We had a great time!
I like that it was easy parking and entry, had some reservations about some of the people walking around. But felt safe and enjoyed our time there.
Ron
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany T.
29 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
This house was perfect for our family stay in Galveston.
Tiffany T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Gwen S.
17 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Small but functional
The home was small but functional. The beds did not seem to be queen size but the headboards were. The cleaning crew was still working when we arrived and asked us to give them additional time to finish. The neighborhood was questionable, lots of foot traffic, men sitting on the corner with loud music and drinking. As single women we would not stay here again, it did not feel safe.
Very cute property. Everything in the listing was correct. Very clean and decor was cute. Super easy to get around Galveston by walking. The area the house is located in is kind of a mix. It is ok during the day but at night I would recommend that you are home before dark. I would book stay here again.
We fell in love with this little house. It is designed absolutely beautifully and every want you could have has been thought of. We are already planning to stay here on our future trips to Galveston, and recommending this house and its wonderful hosts to our friends and family. Zero complaints!
Christine
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ashlie B.
4 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage!
My husband and I came to town for Dickens on the Strand. The cottage was absolutely perfect! It was within walking distance of the Strand, restaurants and breweries. We will definitely be back!
Ashlie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gregg G.
5 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Very welcoming and clean. We really enjoyed our stay.
Thanks!
Gregg G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jill J.
22 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable Cottage, Great location
My friend and I had a girl's weekend. We truly enjoyed this little cottage. It was small and perfect for us. It was very clean and comfortable. Very good location as far as restaurants and entertainment. We will definitely be back!
Jill J.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Darla W.
19 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!!!
This was a fantastic stay. We enjoyed this cottage before boarding a Royal Caribbean cruise. This was perfect for our short stay and we really enjoyed the outside space. We were 4 adults, it was a little tight, but the cottage was clean and quaint and, given the adfordable price, was perfect for us.
Thank you for sharing with us.
Darla W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Judy C.
19 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Vaca
Home was great but not in an ideal neighborhood. Everything was easy to get to. It was nice coming back to a comfortable home after spending the day out. Thanks Kally.
Judy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Joe B.
17 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Little House
This house was great. Very clean and the location gives you easy access to whatever you want to do in Galveston. However, there is limited parking just on the street in front of the house. The neighborhood seemed a little sketchy but the house suited the purpose of our trip well at a reasonable price.
Area was a little loud, but the property was wonderful. The home was clean with lots of amenities. My only complaint was that there was a limit of one load of laundry a day as the washer was tiny. Coming off a cruise I specifically looked for a property with laundry. I took my own soap but they do provide that too (I am allergic to some soaps so took what I use). Walmart offered deliver to this property so I didn't have to shop for groceries which was a plus!
Kristi
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth T.
29 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Stay in Galveston
Close to Children’s Museum, restaurants, and both the Strand and the beach!
The house itself was very clean. The beds were comfortable—we all slept soundly. The kitchen worked well for cooking breakfast. We liked the decorative touches and that there were books and games for the kids!
We appreciate how the host accommodated us upon arrival. Thanks!
Elizabeth T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
William H.
23 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little house
My wife and I walked in and loved it the second our eyes met the indoors. It smelled super fresh and relaxing. Everything was organized and perfect for our stay. Wonderful showerhead to wash off the day and comfortable beds with soft and fresh sheets. My wife and I definitely recommend staying here. We met our host Orlando and he was very very informational and nice to communicate with. Kally & Orlando are very nice and professional and my wife and I would love to stay here again.
William H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephen M.
19 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
For the price it gets 5 stars
What we liked about this place: central location in Galveston for what we needed. Walking distance to children’s museum. Very short drive to sea wall but not walkable. Very short drive to nice restaurants in historic downtown area. Place was clean. Lots of thick bath towels. Smart tv that had Netflix easily available. Queen beds that were nice and firm. And quite cost-effective for a quick trip.
What we didn’t like so much: it is a pretty small house. Be aware of that. For 2 adults and 2 kids it was a nice 3-night stay but any longer stay, or more than 2 adults then it would’ve started to feel cramped. The “kitchen” is more like a kitchenette. Very little counter space. No dishwasher. The fridge is undersized. So if you like to bring lots of your own food and cook for yourself at your VRBO then you may run out of places to put your cold stuff and cooking is tight with limited space.
Neighborhood: old Galveston is what it is. It’s a lower income street and area. I felt perfectly fine during the day but I didn’t want to be outside after dark. A previous review that said it’s a “great neighborhood” is a little out of their mind. Beachside Village where the houses are 3 stories and $600 per night is a “great neighborhood”.
Summary: for the price point it was good and there were pros and cons. If I had paid 50% more then I’d have given a lower star rating.