Octopus Lounge on Strand- historic neighborhood, local shops and dining | Apartment in Galveston
2 Bedroom Apartment in Galveston
Restored in 2024, the Octopus Lounge blends history, luxury, and convenience in The Strand Historic District. The loft provides comfort and style for quick visits before a cruise, longer vacations, or accommodating a traveler with work-from-home needs. Enjoy local shopping, restaurants, and festivals within walking distance.
The loft supports modern lifestyle amenities in the fully restored 1878 JS Brown Building, which is a rare public offering in a building from famous Galveston architect Nicholas Clayton. After an extensive restoration was completed in 2024, the Octopus Lounge now offers a sprawling entertaining-focused kitchen and open-layout common area, Central AC, modern bathrooms, and yet retains historic charm like original Texas heartpine floors and 12 foot windows.
The loft boasts a private new art installation by famed local artist (Gabriel Prusmack: @gabsmack87), and the common area is bathed in natural sunlight by a large new skylight. Galveston’s best shopping, nightlife, restaurants and the cruise terminal are within walking distance.
Sleeping accommodations for up to 8 guests in either: (A) one bedroom with a queen bed and full private ensuite bathroom (shower, toilet, vanity), or (B) the 2nd bedroom with featuring 3 semi-private loft-style beds (queen, queen, and double) and its own ensuite bathroom (shower, toilet, vanity). All mattresses are Simmons Beauty Rest, and the unit includes access to private laundry facilities.
The south-facing loft provides easy-access for all the local festivals (Dickens, Mardi Gras, Lone Star Rally, Shrimp Festival, etc.) that are happening at your front door! The Octopus Lounge provides comfort and style whether your visit requires a quick stay before a cruise, longer vacation requiring entertainment or relaxation, or accommodating a traveler with work-from-home needs.
Guests have private use of the entire home on the 2nd level of the JS Brown Building, which is accessed through a shared stairwell. There is no elevator in the building.
Entrance to the property and home is through electronic security keypad.
Octopus Lounge on Strand- historic neighborhood, local shops and dining is located in Galveston. Octopus Lounge on Strand- historic neighborhood, local shops and dining provides accommodation, featuring TV, View, Sports/Activities, among other amenities. This Apartment features TV, View, Sports/Activities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Octopus Lounge on Strand- historic neighborhood, local shops and dining has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 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 Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, 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. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Galveston has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Galveston, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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2 bathrooms
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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Shampoo
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2 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Stovetop
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Coffee/tea maker
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Kitchen island
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Oven
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Ice maker
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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No elevators
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Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Theme parks nearby
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Water park
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Water skiing nearby
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Water tubing nearby
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Marina nearby
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Golf nearby
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Sailing nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Windsurfing nearby
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Stereo
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Books
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Games
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Smart TV
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Unit size: 1600 sq ft (149 sq m)
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Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
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Local artist showcase
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At least 80% lighting from LEDs
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English
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Near the sea
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In the city center
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Children's books
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Travel crib
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's games
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Children's toys
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Housekeeping (on request)
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Change of towels (on request)
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Change of bedsheets (on request)
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Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
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Deadbolt lock
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8 property registration number gvr13998 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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