Ad # 5298

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$225 - 275  For Rent Daily (see all rates and prices below) Lake: Gulf Of Mexico Galveston, Texas 77550 County: Galveston     Click Here Now to Contact Advertiser   View Availability Calendar (MAP IT with Google Maps) (MAP IT with Mapquest) (MAP IT with Yahoo) These maps may not show the correct location. Contact advertiser for specific directions.  Description The Galveston Victorian House is located in the heart of Galveston’s East End Historic District. The home was ornately constructed 135 years ago, and it survived the Great Storm of 1900. The Great Room, entrance hall and stairway, along with the upstairs bedrooms and bath comprise the original home built in 1871. Original hardwood floors remain in the house. It is beautifully and comfortably appointed with period compatible furnishings throughout to make your stay feel both timeless and memorable. The house is situated in the middle of the charming East End National Historic District and is placed on one of the most architecturally significant and visually pleasing streets in Galveston. Ball Street is often visited by horse-drawn carriages whose tours are conducted by local guides. The home is tastefully landscaped with colorful flowers and bordered on one side by sheltering 40' trees. The front lawn is manicured and a new back deck/porch is ideal for those who wish backyard privacy. The house has over 1,800 sq. ft. which includes: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a living room, dining room and kitchen. One bedroom is being used TV/sitting room with a sleeper sofa to sleep 2 additional guests for a total of 6 guests. The living room features two large plush sofas and fine period compatible furniture. This is an extremely comfortable and well lit room perfect for relaxation and entertaining. A fireplace has been recently added to the home. The dining room is part of the living/dining area and features a Queen Anne table with two leaves, pads, and six chairs. A china cabinet, side board, and bureau full of linen tablecloths and napkins are situated near the dining table. A silver tea and coffee service is also included. The kitchen has been completely furnished with two sets of china dishes, each with 8 place settings. The silverware is a silver plated service for 12. The kitchen is also stocked with quality pots and pans, and all other items necessary to cook and serve any meal. A toaster, microwave and coffee maker are included. The kitchen table comfortably seats four adults. The house has 2 full bedrooms upstairs, each with queen-sized beds. There is a full-sized bath upstairs. A downstairs TV/Sitting room has a fully convertible queen size sofabed. A 2" queen size foam cushion is in TV/sitting room closet for added comfort. Another full bath is adjacent to the TV/sitting room. The home comfortably sleeps 6 in the two queen-sized beds and the queen-sized sofabed. Nearby Attractions: Within easy walking distance to the following locations: Mosquito Café: 1 ½ Blocks Bishop’s Palace: 2 Blocks Sunflower Bakery & Café: 3 ½ Blocks Original Mexican Restaurant: 4 Blocks UT Medical Branch: 5 Blocks Galveston County Courthouse: 6 Blocks The beach and Gulf of Mexico: 8 Blocks Opera House: 9 Blocks Ashton Villa: 10 Blocks The Strand: 12 Blocks Moody Mansion: 13 Blocks Pier 21: 13 Blocks Cruise Ship dock: 13 Blocks Historic Sailing Ship Elissa: 13 Blocks When considering the above distances, please remember that the blocks in the Historic District are quite short by modern standards. Moody Gardens and Schlitterbahn are within close proximity and are only minutes away by car. Bedrooms:  3 Bathrooms:  2 Sleeps:  6 Stories:  2 Sq.Ft.:  1800 Pets Allowed?  No Smoking Allowed?  No Fireplaces:  Pool/Hot Tub:  Lake View?  No Lakefront?  No Lake frontage:  Added on:  Jun 27, 2008 Updated on:  Jan 11, 2010  Amenities: Historic 135 year old home tastfully restored and decorated Located on historic Ball Street in Galveston Finely appointed furnishings throughout Beautifully landscaped 14' Ceilings throughout the house Enormous living and dining area for entertaining All necessary items to comfortably host seated dinners and parties Hardwood floors throughout the home Will comfortably sleep up to 6 people 32" Cable TV with DVD player Utility room with washer and dryer 3 Bedrooms and 2 baths Located close to many tourist attractions We now have WiFi Internet Access  Activities: Mosquito Café: 1 ½ Blocks Bishop’s Palace: 2 Blocks Sunflower Bakery & Café: 3 ½ Blocks Original Mexican Restaurant: 4 Blocks UT Medical Branch: 5 Blocks Galveston County Courthouse: 6 Blocks The beach and Gulf of Mexico: 8 Blocks Opera House: 9 Blocks Ashton Villa: 10 Blocks The Strand: 12 Blocks Moody Mansion: 13 Blocks Pier 21: 13 Blocks Cruise Ship dock: 13 Blocks Historic Sailing Ship Elissa: 13 Blocks  Rates: Nightly Rates: Summer Rates (March 1 - October 31) $275 per night  $1250 per week (6 night stay)  Stay 3 nights and get the 4th night free! Winter Rates (November 1 - February 28) $225 per night  $1100 per week (6 night stay)  Stay 3 nights and get the 4th night free! 2 night minimum stay 3 night minimum stay on holiday weekends Other Information: Check in time - after 2:00 pm Check out time before 11:00 am We are sorry but we are unable to accommodate pets. Smoking outdoors only - no smoking in the house We accept major credit and debit cards. Guests wishing for longer stays will receive priority treatment for reservations made far in advance.  Deposit:  Contact Information: Kristi Baumbach, Property Manager View my other listings (I have 58 total) Texas Vacation Lodging Click Here Now to Contact Advertiser 512-535-6594 Please say you found it on LakehouseVacations.com! Visit our Website http://www.texasvacationlodging.com See a map of the AREA (This may not show the exact location) View Availability Calendar Alternative Calendar:  View External Availability Calendar This ad has been viewed by 2523 people. 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