MAKING MEMORIES: GRAND BEACH RETREAT
A Grand Reason to Beach
So let’s be honest – do you actually need a reason to beach? Perhaps not, but things do get busy and sometimes you forget just how good the beach is. One morning, I was browsing Facebook and found a post by my good friend Stephanie. She’s one of those friends you don’t see all that often, but when you do, it’s marvelous. She was excited about a new rental they’d built down in Galveston – Grand Beach Retreat. They’d had one before and Bill had done her marketing photos. We’ve sold that business, but from time to time, for a friend, he’ll pull out his camera and drone.
I was joking when I commented, “I can recommend a great real estate photographer.” That’s all it took. Within minutes we’d worked out a barter deal. We’d stay there for a few days and in return, we’d do her marketing photos. She wasn’t quite ready, but that was OK, because we had a few things going on, too.
Just What the Doctor Ordered
We honestly did need to get away and Grand Beach Retreat served up several days of total and complete relaxation, with a photo shoot and some visits with good friends thrown in for good measure. I have a bunch of good friends down there.
I could rave forever about Grand Beach Retreat. Gorgeous and comfortable. What a winning combination! We rolled in mid-week in late April and the weather was glorious, but not quite as glorious as the beautiful home that matched the address we’d been given. We parked in the driveway and tried the codes we’d been given. Bingo, we’d arrived in paradise.
The first thing we did was run all over the place in awe. Which floor had the best view? Which bedroom had the best decor? Can you believe this kitchen? Look at all this! If you’re interested, there are 6 bedrooms with 11 beds and 6.5 bathrooms. You can sleep 16, but the place is so big, everyone can have privacy. It’s amazing. Unobstructed ocean views. Huge porches all around. Double fireplace in the entertainment area. A never-ending kitchen. Nice patio for cookouts and a fenced yard. Oh come on, name it. I bet it’s there.
Soon friends were knocking on the door and the rest was bliss. I’ll be honest, I don’t really beach well. Usually, I’m all about finding a museum or historical home, but for some reason, we just hunkered down and let the world come to us. In between visits, we’d walk on the beach or hang out on the patio. I’d be hard-pressed to make an accounting of my time, but I can tell you it was wonderful.
Seriously Though – Book Now!
We had a great time in the Grand Beach Retreat. To get there you go to the Seawall, turn right and keep going until you get to the quiet end of Galveston. That means you’re almost there. Let the joy begin.
If a beach vacation in paradise for up to 16 sounds like what you’re up for, then contact Karas Vacation Rentals, tell them you’re interested in renting the Grand Beach Retreat and that Stephanie’s friend Jane sent you!
