Forgotten Gateway - NEW Management - Guest Fav!! Walk to Beach!

'Forgotten Gateway' is your newest favorite Galveston getaway! A 2-bedroom + loft, 1 bath house that is only two blocks from the beach. This home is a cozy new build that is located in the heart of the Midtown district, one of the best locations on the Island. It is close to many local restaurants, hot spots and attractions! See more in About This Space!

'Forgotten Gateway' is your newest favorite Galveston getaway! A 2-bedroom + loft, 1 bath house that is only two blocks from the beach. This home is a cozy new build that is located in the heart of the Midtown district, one of the best locations on the Island. It is close to many local restaurants, hot spots and attractions!

Beautifully designed for guests in mind, not limiting you on your comfort and needs! The spacious primary bedroom sleeps two in a Queen-size bed and has a great balcony leading you to enjoy those wonderful Island mornings! The secondary bedroom has a twin-size daybed with a trundle, allowing another two guests. And up the ladder to the loft houses two double beds sleeping up to an additional four guests. This loft is very spacious and is perfect for older children or adults. All beds are comfortable and provide you with plenty of plush linens to make you feel at home! The shared bathroom is beautifully upgraded offering a vanity and a tub/shower combo. We supply shampoo, conditioner, body wash, plush towels, black makeup towels, a hair dryer and more!

The cozy kitchen has all of the kitchen essentials you need to cook your favorite meals while you are visiting! Use the Keurig combo (k-cups and full carafe) to enjoy your morning cup of coffee on the patio watching the sunset! Prefer a smoothie? We have a blender! We want you to feel at home!

The living space has a large Smart TV, so you can cozy up on the couch and watch your latest show after a long day at the beach! We also provide games for the whole family to enjoy!

Outside, there are three spaces to enjoy Island weather! Under the home there is a great outdoor space that has seating, a dining table and even Swings!! The beautifully painted mural was done by one of Galveston's well-known Artists, Gabriel! Don't forget your selfie and tag us! We also have a grill so you can cook a meal for your friends and family! Just outside the front door, you'll find an outdoor sofa and a dining table. And the final outdoor space you'll find when you open the doors in the primary bedroom to the balcony facing the front of the home.

Please note that this home is elevated and you will need to climb stairs to reach the front door.

In addition to this amazing house, you get an easy experience from start to finish when you book with us (A Stay Above The Rest). We have an incredible team you can call, email, and even TEXT(!) who regularly get called out by name in our homes' reviews. We are available 24/7 for our guests. We also provide a detailed property and destination guide for each property with things we like to do, eat, info on the house, and more! We are a Texas-based company, family-owned, and have a true passion to be "Above The Rest" in all that we do! Book now as rates and availability are subject to change at any time.

We do same-day bookings! The calendar is ALWAYS up to date!

* Exterior video surveillance at entrance points which records when motion is detected (Ring brand). We care about protecting your privacy - NO cameras face the interior or inside the house.
* NO Parties- you will be fined and may have to leave the property with no refund.
* NO Smoking and/or vaping inside the home or near any entry point.

Property Damage Protection
Included in your rental rate, our coverage safeguards you against accidental damages up to $1500, ensuring your relaxation and enjoyment during your stay.

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24hr check-in. You will be provided a lockbox code prior to your arrival!

We are available at any time during your stay! Call/ text/ email us- we are here for you!

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*** There is exterior video surveillance for security purposes. There are NO cameras facing the interior or inside the house- just at the entrance points.***

Main Rules:
- Be mindful of noise as you do have neighbors.
- 2 dogs allow, but you must pay the additional fee ($120+tax) and agreement to rules is required and due immediately upon booking. Should we find that this is not the case, additional pet fees may be assessed.
* Pet fees are NOT included in the original reservation price or room rate provided by Airbnb when booking
* Any applicable pet fees will be added to your reservation MANUALLY and charged AFTER you book.
* Payment requests will be sent through the resolutions center and must be paid for before check-in.
- No smoking in or around the home. It is a smoke free property, including the exterior. Please see Exhibit A for more details.
- Remove all trash and wash dishes prior to check out

A Stay Above The Rest, LLC
SHORT TERM RENTAL AGREEMENT

This Short Term Rental Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made by and between A Stay Above the Rest LLC (“ASATR”) and (“Guest”)* as of the date last set forth on the signature page of this Agreement. For good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is acknowledged, the parties hereby agree as follows:

Guest. The term “Guest” shall include Guests, Invitees, their successors, heirs, agents and assigns including any minors.

Property. The property is furnished and includes such items as: fridge/freezer, stove/oven/microwave, cooking utensils and equipment, bed sheets, bath towels, beach towels where necessary, essential cooking spices, baking and cooking supplies. [this is not a comprehensive list.]

Rental Party: The rental party shall consist of Guest and not exceed the maximum number of occupancy allowed.

***Identification must be presented for Guest**

Maximum Occupancy: Maximum number of guests is listed on each property listing site.

Minors and Legally Incapacitated Guests: Minors are defined as anyone under the age of 18. Anyone under the age of 18 or legally incapacitated must have a guardian sign and take full responsibility for any and all damages and/or penalties. In the sole discretion of ASATR, the guardian also be required to make an additional security deposit.

Term of the Lease. The lease begins at 4:00 p.m. on (the “Check-in Date”) and ends at 11:00 a.m. on (the “Checkout Date”). If the Property appears dirty or damaged upon Check-in, Guest shall inform Manager immediately.

Minimum Stay: Minimum stay is listed on each booking site according to the appropriate season, date, weekend, etc.

Rental Rules: Guest agrees to abide by the Rental Rules attached as Exhibit A at all times while at the Property and shall cause all members of the rental party and anyone else Guest permits on the Property to abide by the following rules at all times while at the Property. Guest is responsible for any damage or costs caused by the negligence or intentional acts of all persons who Guest permits to be on the Property. If Guest does not abide by any of the rental rules, the Guest stay may be terminated with no refund as well as any fines and or fees associated.

Access: Guest shall allow Manager access to the Property for purposes of repair and inspection. Manager shall exercise this right of access in a reasonable manner.

Rental Rate and Fees; Damages
Deposit: No security deposit is required unless otherwise stated by booking agent/site. However, payment for the rental stay must be paid in advance
Fireplace (if applicable): Failure to properly clean ashes from the fireplace, if used, will result in a $50 charge
Fire-pit (if applicable): Failure to properly clean ashes from the fire-pit, if used, will result in a $50 charge
BBQ Grill (if applicable): Failure to properly clean the BBQ grill, if used, will result in a $50 charge
Charge for Damages: Manager shall communicate all claims of damage to Guest within 14 days after the Checkout Date for the following:
Damage to the property
dirt or other mess requiring excessive cleaning;
failure to adhere to the rental rules outlined in exhibit A; or
any other cost incurred by Manager or the Owner due to Guest’s stay.


Rental Rate. Rental rates will be communicated via booking site. Payment in full shall be due according to time frame specified by booking site.

*Cancellation Policy: If Guest wishes to cancel his/her reservation, the prepaid rental will be refunded as follows:

100% (minus cancellation fee) if canceled more than thirty (30) days prior to Check-in Date
0% if canceled fewer than 30 days prior to the Check-in Date
If rates fluctuate, both owner and guest will abide by rates agreed upon in this contract.
Cancellation Fee: $150 for standard reservations ; $200 for standard reservations that are defined as peak season.
Peak season dates include, but not limited to, the following large events such as, but not limited to, SXSW, ACL, Lone Star Rally, Formula One; Holidays such as Memorial Day, Easter, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve; or Seasonal such as Spring Break, Summer Dates (Memorial Day – Labor Day)
If Guest cancels on or after 30 days prior to Check-in Date, no rental fees (including the administrative fee) will be refunded

*When booked through Marriott HVMB, these cancellation policies do not apply. Please refer to Marriott HVMB for the cancellation policy that applies.

ALL GUESTS AS DEFINED IN PARAGRAPH 1 ABOVE AGREE TO RELEASE, DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD THE RELEASED PARTIES, BOTH OWNERS AND PROPERTY MANAGERS OR AGENTS, HOLDIGN THEM HARMLESS FROM LIABILITY OR CLAIMS, DEMANDS, DAMAGES AND COSTS FOR OR ARISING OUT OF:

ANY DAMAGE, INJURY, DISEASE, SICKNESS OR DEATH TO GUESTS OR INVITEES, RELATED TO THE USE OR OCCUPATION OF THE DWELLING PLACES, GROUNDS, SWIMMING POOL OR OTHER FACILITIES; OR