lower area 1Dine Alfresco - How can you resist dining out on the balcony in the fresh, warm air? Switch things up a bit during your vacation!Made in the Shade - The covered patio is a great spot to enjoy the outdoors while staying removed from unwanted pests or direct sunlight.Welcome to Texas Star! - From the moment you pull into the driveway, you’ll know that you’ve booked your vacation stay someplace special.Great Space - The living room seats are comfortable, the view is spectacular, and the Jamaican Beach experience is just around the corner.Every Seat is the Best Seat in the Living Room! - Whether you're watching TV or relaxing, the living room is a great place to be indoors and simply relax, catch up on your TV series and browse the web.Designed for Maximum Comfort - Inside and out, every element was designed and built with your comfort in mind.Dinner Time! - Enjoy a meal with your crew! Lots of bonding time will be had at this table.Coffee Anyone? - Pull up a stool to the breakfast bar and drink a morning cup of joe. It’s a great place to plan your day’s activities, gather your wits, and get ready for more quality time!Test Your Culinary Skills - Whip up a delicious family feast or try out one of the many nearby restaurants!Fresh Air - The deck is the perfect place to sit outside and enjoy the crisp air. Grab a book, a drink, or a friend and just relax!upper deck 3Dine Al Fresco - Bring dinner outside and enjoy it in the fresh air.At Your Service - You’ll arrive to find the bed beautifully made up and freshly laundered towels waiting, so you can kick off your vacation with a shower and a nap—just the thing after a day of travel.Serene Retreat - The comfortable bed in the primary bedroom is so inviting. You’ll sleep like a baby after a day of adventure!Dual Vanities Make the Difference - This spacious bathroom has plenty of space for two to get ready for a day on the beach!Wash The Sand Away! - Look forward to washing the sand away after a long day at the beach.Spend Time By Yourself - The bedroom is well-suited to meet your needs for rest and relaxation.Cool off - A perfectly placed ceiling fan will help keep you cool after long days of adventuring. You'll find yourself off to dreamland in no time.Rest Easy - Whether you're sprawled out on the bed watching TV or dozing beneath the gentle whirr of the ceiling fan, you'll find it easy to rest up for your next day's adventures.Love To Sleep? - This comfy bedroom is sure to be the site of long leisurely naps and deep sleep in the evening.Sleep In Comfort - Whether you need an afternoon siesta or you're ready to snuggle in for the night, you'll find this cozy bed to be just right!Late Night TV - The flat-screen TV in your bedroom is perfectly situated for late night viewing. Take in a few minutes of your favorite show before you drift off to dreamland.Kid Zone - Kids will love this room outfitted with bunk beds. Lots of fun will be had in this bedroom.Multiple Bathrooms - With multiple bathrooms, you can get ready on your own time without the hassle of fighting over the shower.Second Living Area - With a second living area, there is more than enough space for everyone to lounge in comfort.We have all the kitchen basics - We have your kitchen necessities in the event you don't want to eat out for every meal.Prepare for the Day Ahead - This bathroom has everything you need to prepare yourself for a day in Jamaica BeachPack Light! - We thought of it all! Just bring your favorite laundry products and have fresh clothing anytime you want!Grillin' and Chillin' - Take advantage of the nice weather, and get outside to prepare a grilled meal for your crew!pinic areaBoat Deck - Pull up your boat at the deck! Cruise along the calming waters and return back home for a nice al fresco meal on the patio!Wish You Were Here? - You can be. Book today to reserve your preferred vacation dates!lower area 2Jamaica Beach is a large community on Galveston Island, with plenty of homes with great views of the water.Jamaica Beach, Galveston is also perfect for those wanting to stay on a canal or on the bayside. There are plenty of vacation homes right on the water!Enjoy the Jamaica Beach community pool while you stay here!There is a relaxing water feature in the public pool area, perfect for kids!The Jamaica Beach City Park has a great playground for your kiddos!While you're here, head on over to the Jamaica Beach City Park! Great family-friendly environment while you take a break from the beach!

Texas Star

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4.69/5 (29)

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4.69/5 | 29 reviews

Canalfront home, perfect spot for fishing!

4 BR | 3 Full Baths | Sleeps 10 | Water View

Jamaica Beach, TX

Home

Property type

Bay View

View

Canal Front

Proximity

Pool - Community

Amenity

Where you'll be

Description

The beautiful 'Texas Star' is the canal front home in Jamaica Beach that your family will never forget this very special time spent together. The four bedrooms and three full baths will accommodate up to 10 guests. The beach is a short drive from the hous...
The beautiful 'Texas Star' is the canal front home in Jamaica Beach that your family will never forget this very special time spent together. The four bedrooms and three full baths will accommodate up to 10 guests.

The beach is a short drive from the house, by car, or rent a golf cart from the concierge service-ask your vacation planner. Bring your boat and tie off at the house, fish for trout, redfish and even flounder! The Texas Star has underwater night fishing lights (not guaranteed) for the avid fisherman. A new 16’ a custom-made bar has been added to the entertainment area downstairs at Texas Star. This bar has a new 40” TV with satellite and music channels. The Texas Star boat dock will accommodate up to a 24’ boat. Guests may launch their boats at the Jamaica Beach boat ramp (no fee to launch).

This home has been recently updated with comfortable and luxurious furnishings and accessories. The ground floor has a separate mother-in-law quarter (fourth bedroom) with a queen bed, full bath, and living area. The ground floor is not connected by an interior staircase to the main house. This mother-in-law suite even has a kitchenette with a coffee bar and refrigerator!  The lower living area has a newly installed A/C in 2019! The living area of the mother-in-law suite also has a full/full bunk.

Walk up the steps to the main living area of the house which features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The open concept living/dining/kitchen area is welcoming for both cooks and guests! The living area in the main part of the house has a large entertainment center with 60"" flat-screen TV. The kitchen area is completely updated with a wrap-around bar and preparation area so food preparation and socializing become one. The sleeping area includes a primary bedroom with a king bed and en suite bath, 2nd bedroom has a queen bed and 3rd bedroom has a queen bed.

Make Texas Star part of your family vacation tradition.

JAMAICA BEACH
Jamaica Beach Texas is one of the most popular beaches and sought-after neighborhoods when it comes to vacation rentals – what it lacks in size, it makes up for action during the summer months, holidays and event weekends! Jamaica Beach is far enough out to be away from the hustle and bustle of Seawall (8 miles), and but not too far away from most of the island attractions (10 miles from 61st Street). Jamaica Beach also has it’s own community pool and private marina and boat ramp, Regatta Basin, a community pavilion and playground.

GULF COAST CONCIERGE
Ryson partners exclusively with Gulf Coast Concierge to make your time on the island unforgettable! Gulf Coast Concierge understands it's the little things that count. Create your own adventures with beach gear and golf cart rentals, a sunset cruise or a bonfire and smores on the beach. Gulf Coast Concierge also offers fishing charters, photo sessions, and a variety of in-home services. If you can dream it, we will do our best to make it happen!

NOTES
All Ryson properties are non-smoking.

Sorry, pets are not allowed at this home. If needing a pet-friendly vacation rental, please check out Ryson's pet-friendly vacation rentals.

It is recommended to review Ryson's Packing List when planning your vacation. If there are any questions, please contact us.

This vacation home should accommodate up to 4 vehicles to be parked at the property. Carpooling is highly recommended. Vehicles should be parked in the driveway or designated parking space. At no time should any vehicle be parked on lawns, yards or dune. Many HOAs do not allow parking for trailers, RVs, boats, etc. Please contact Ryson with any questions.

Jamaica Beach is a residential neighborhood, and quiet hours are enforced between 10 pm and 7 am.

Even if listed as a provided amenities, Ryson is unable to guarantee specific cable package, network or channels or cable and internet signal quality and cable may not be available on all TVs. Oftentimes additional TVs are available for guests wanting to hook up their own game systems or streaming devices.

All reservations require a completed Ryson Rental Agreement, and the agreement holder must be at least 25 years of age to rent this property and provide a valid ID at check-in. Check-in time is 4 pm and check-out time is at 10 am.

EXTENDED STAYS
Monthly rentals are considered in the off-season - Winter Texans, snowbirds, retirees, corporate stays, medical professionals, university students and plant workers are welcome. Extended stays or monthly rentals require a stay of 30+ nights, and these reservations are tax exempt. This is an immediate savings of 15%! Although most extended stay reservations are between the middle of November through February, extended stays may be considered anytime between Labor Day and Memorial Day. Extended stay reservations may not be placed online, but a Ryson Vacation Planner would love to answer any questions you may have and help you reserve your extended stay.

RYSON VACATION RENTALS
Ryson, established in 2006, is the largest local vacation rental provider on Galveston Island, offering close to 300 vacation rentals, including Ryson's Luxury Collection, in-house maintenance, housekeeping, inspection, laundry and property management. Ryson’s team of Vacation Planners are Certified Tourism Ambassadors and more than happy to work with guests interested in renting multiple homes, as they offer expansive local knowledge and know Ryson's vacation homes.

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Where you'll sleep

bed
2nd Bedroom
Queen
bed
3rd Bedroom
Queen
bed
4th Bedroom
Queen Double Bunk Double Bunk
bed
Primary Bedroom
King Bed

Amenities

View
Water View
Bay View
Location
Across From Beach
Water Front
Canal Front
Pool
Pool - Community
Property Features
TV (s)
Smoke Detector
Linens Provided
Heating
Private Entrance
Fire Extinguisher
Air Conditioning
Cable/Satellite
Deck
Wireless Internet
Washing Machine
Grill - Gas
Iron & Ironing Board
Outdoor Shower
Hot Water
Kitchen
Dishes and Utensils
Cookware
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Coffee Maker
Dishwasher
Oven
Stove
Blender
Ice Maker
Kitchenette
Bathroom
Bath Towels Provided
Jetted Tub
Hair Dryer
Nearby Activities
Shopping
Medical Services
Restaurants
Fishing
Miniature Golf
Museums
Birding
Historic
State Parks
Water Parks
Surfing
Beach (Cars Allowed)
Beach

Reviews

Reviews and guest comments are collected from verified guests that have filled out a survey regarding their stay or provided a review via a third party booking site.

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Scott M.
Verified Guest Comment

04/18/2023
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Buster H.
Verified Guest Comment

02/12/2023
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Kyoung ho N.
Verified Guest Comment

of course.I can not find 1st store heater during stay

11/27/2022
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Lydia B.
7 Adults comfortably share this beautiful spacious Lakefront home in celebration of friend's...

7 Adults comfortably share this beautiful spacious Lakefront home in celebration of friend's turning 50! Equipped with all the necessary tools. NJOYED the inside and out. However, after only two hrs of our arrival the CABLE went out NOT ALLOWING us to have any access to any of the TV's for the duration of our 3 day stay I could only imagine if we stayed 7 days the outcome. This was a huge disappointment for allllll! And this could shake are break anyone returning especially after getting maintenance to make two trips a day after our arrival We trouble shouted, they troub shoot and we were on the phone with direct TV for answers.Still, no good results and was told service man would be here on wed, days after our departure. NEVERTHELESS, WE ADULTS made the best of our stay with great laughter, games and divine fellowship! LOUISIANA AND TEXAS FOLKS Living our BLESS life 2018 MAKINGMEMORIES WITH TEXAS STAR, MERCI BEAUCOUP!

11/05/2022
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Dolores B.
Ryson was pleasant & friendly to work with. Would definitely use them again. Very clean but...

Ryson was pleasant & friendly to work with. Would definitely use them again. Very clean but smells. Other than that place & location perfect.

11/05/2022

Important things to know

Policies

Details

Check-In: 4:00 PM

Check-Out: 10:00 AM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Pet policy: No Pets Allowed

Deposits
  • 46+ Days Prior to Arrival, 30% is due at the time of Booking.
  • Within 45 Days Prior to Arrival, 100% is due at the time of Booking.
Cancellations
  • Arrival window within 30 days or less, all payments are non-refundable.
  • Arrival window is within 31 days or more, a partial refund of 50% will be provided.