Waterfront Retreat with Private Pool & Boat Dock | House in Galveston

Welcome to Ahab's Lookout, your spacious canal-side retreat in peaceful Jamaica Beach, Texas. This two-level home comfortably accommodates guests with six bedrooms and five bathrooms. Relax in the heated pool and hot tub, unwind on the expansive balconies and sun deck, or enjoy waterfront living with direct access to your private boat dock—ideal for fishing or leisurely cruising.
Location: Jamaica Beach community of Galveston, Texas
Beach Access: Quick 4 minute drive to the Jamaica Beach access point.
Private Pool: This home features a waterfront in-ground pool with a spacious patio for lounging.
Community Amenities: Guests have access to the Jamaica Beach community pool for a fee — open Memorial Day - Labor Day — and city park.
Rent BeachBox: Looking for beach gear for your Galveston getaway? We have you covered! Beach chairs and tents can be ready at the house upon your arrival. Message us for details and rates.
WIFI: Free high-speed WIFI is available throughout the home.
Cable: We provide Roku with access to Sling TV for live television channels. Guests are welcome to log into their own Amazon Prime, Netflix, or other streaming service apps as well.
Pet Policy: Up to 2 pets are welcome in our home with a $150 fee per pet. We ask that pets stay off all furniture, are cleaned up after in the yard, and aren't left alone inside the home unless in a crate or kennel. Please message us if you’re planning on bringing your furry friend!
Parking: There is parking for up to 6 cars. Please plan to carpool if necessary.
Party Policy: No parties are allowed at our home. Please look elsewhere if that is the intent of your trip.
Cancellation Policy: All cancellations are subject to a 3% credit cardprocessingfee.
Age Requirement: Guests must be 24+ to book.
Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by a spacious outdoor entertainment area, featuring the inviting pool and hot tub. Enjoy casual gatherings or quiet relaxation here after a day of fishing or exploring the canals. Also located downstairs is easy access to your private boat dock, making canal adventures effortless.
Entering the main living level, an open-concept space connects the kitchen, dining area, and a cozy living room—ideal for socializing and spending quality time together. Just outside is a spacious sun deck, offering picturesque views and perfect spots to savor morning coffee. This level features two primary bedroom suites, each with a king-size bed and a private bathroom. One of the suites also includes its own coffee bar and mini-fridge for added convenience.
Upstairs there are four thoughtfully designed bedrooms. Two of these rooms have their own ensuite bathrooms—one with a king-size bed, and the other with a queen and a full-size bed. The remaining two rooms are designed as bunk rooms: one includes two full-over-full bunk bed sets, while the other features a twin-over-twin bunk bed and a triple twin bunk bed. An additional family room upstairs provides a cozy space for movie nights or a relaxing afternoon indoors, while another large balcony offers sweeping canal views to enjoy the island breeze.
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House Rules:
- Guests must be 24+ to book the property.
- One-night stays must be approved.
- Groups larger than 12 need to be approved. No parties or prom groups.
- Quiet hours are from 10pm-8am.
- Any damages to the house or property during your stay will result in a deduction or additional charge for the resulting repair/replacement cost.
- Maximum of 2 dogs (under 50 pounds)
- No parking allowed on lawns, yards, empty grass lots or other neighbors’ driveways, even if their home appears unoccupied.
- Oversized vehicles/trailers are not permitted unless explicit approval has been received from our team.
- Do not turn the AC below 70 degrees. If you do, you will risk the AC unit freezing up, requiring it to thaw out which will result in the home getting extremely warm.
- Should an eviction occur due to breaking house rules (noise ordinance violations, excessive guests and/or vehicles beyond the agreed amount), there will be an $850 fine.
- The homeowner's routine pool maintenance cannot be rescheduled and is required for the health and safety of our guests. They will not need to access the home but will access the yard.
- No jumping or diving into the water. Children must be supervised at all times.
- Should an eviction occur due to breaking house rules (noise ordinance violations, excessive guests and/or vehicles beyond the agreed amount), there will be an $850 fine.

Waterfront Retreat with Private Pool & Boat Dock is located in Galveston. Waterfront Retreat with Private Pool & Boat Dock provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Waterfront Retreat with Private Pool & Boat Dock has 6 Bedrooms , 5 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 22 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Galveston has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Galveston, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.