Waterfront · Jamaica Beach, Texas
Your private oasis on the water.
A private canal-front retreat for up to 12 guests, with a heated pool, hot tub, fire pit and plenty of space to gather.
Made for time together.
From the waterfront pool to open living and dining spaces, Pelican Lookout gives up to 12 guests room to gather and room to recharge.
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Pelican Lookout
More ways to settle in.
Everything is ready for long afternoons, easy dinners and relaxed evenings by the water.
A home by the water.
A spacious waterfront home designed for families and groups to slow down and stay together.
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Cook outside, together.
A gas grill and flat top griddle make easy group meals part of the outdoor experience.
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Poolside afternoons.
Settle into the heated pool, hot tub and loungers while the canal stays in view.
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Room for everyone.
Four bedrooms, nine beds and generous shared spaces give every guest room to settle in.
Plan your stay →Amenities at Pelican Lookout.
The comforts, spaces and waterfront features prepared for your stay.
Pelican Lookout Gallery
Inside the Stay
A quick look through the pool, rooms, kitchen, decks and waterfront views.
Highlights
Pool, sunset, deck and water views in one clean gallery.
A glimpse of Jamaica Beach
See the stay in motion.
A quick look at the water, the pool and the outdoor spaces that make Pelican Lookout feel easy from the first minute.
Waterfront days, made easy.
Pool time, canal views, outdoor space and room for the whole group to settle in without overthinking the stay.
Start outside.
Heated pool, spa, deck seating and waterfront air give the day an easy place to begin.
Stay by the water.
Fish from the dock, take in canal views or keep the group close around the outdoor spaces.
Come back together.
Large gathering areas and comfortable bedrooms make the home work for families and groups.
Airbnb Guest Favorite
Loved for the stay.
Guests consistently mention the pool, waterfront views, clean home, easy check-in and responsive hosting.
165 Airbnb reviews
Nick
The Woodlands, Texas
The home was beautiful, clean, spacious, and exactly the kind of place you hope for when booking a waterfront getaway.Stayed with kids
Kyle
Houston, Texas
This is my second stay and we love it there. The house is in a perfect location and it is beautiful.Group trip
Lori
Magnolia, Texas
The outdoor space is fabulous. The home is beautiful and well equipped. Our family of 12 would definitely stay again.Family of 12
165 Airbnb reviews
What guests remember.
Guest Favorite. Top 10% based on ratings, reviews and reliability.
Nick
The Woodlands, Texas
We had an excellent stay and would absolutely recommend this property. The home was beautiful, clean, spacious, and exactly the kind of place you hope for when booking a waterfront getaway. The pool, hot tub, dock, outdoor areas, and incredible water views really made the property special.
2 weeks ago, stayed with kidsKyle
Houston, Texas
This is my second stay and we love it there. The house is in a perfect location and it is beautiful. We fished and kayaked and hung in the pool.
1 week ago, group tripChrisna
Spring, Texas
We had a great stay. The Airbnb was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Check-in was easy, and the host was responsive and helpful. The location was convenient and had everything we needed for our stay.
2 weeks ago, stayed with kidsRobert
6 years on Airbnb
This is the second year we have worked with Tyler and his team and they are excellent to deal with. Everything was described accurately, check in was easy, and Tyler was very helpful. Highly recommend.
3 weeks ago, stayed with kidsJustin
Houston, Texas
Great house in an even better location. Liked that pool lights, hot tub and gas fireplace are controllable via an app.
3 weeks ago, stayed a few nightsGary
Brazoria, Texas
Our family really enjoyed the stay. Will recommend and come back again. Having the pool was a plus for our family.
4 weeks ago, stayed with kidsChad
Richmond, Texas
We had an absolute wonderful time for the 5 days we stayed. Only 30 minutes from Galveston and just 4 minutes from the beach. The property is beautiful and my family had a great time.
July 2026, stayed with kidsAngela
Big Lake, Texas
Everyone had a great time. The pool was a hit with everyone. The kitchen was well equipped and we had all the necessities that we needed. Tyler responded back very quickly when we had a question.
July 2026, stayed with kidsJustin
Cypress, Texas
Wonderful host and a great house. We will definitely come back again.
July 2026, stayed with kidsLori
Magnolia, Texas
We loved our stay. The outdoor space is fabulous. We lounged by the pool, kayaked, fished off the dock and so much more. The home is beautiful and well equipped. The bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious and have great views of the canals and bay.
July 2026, group tripEddymier
Mesquite, Texas
It was a five-star experience in every way. The accommodation was exactly as described, check-in was simple, and the host made everything seem easy and well-organized.
June 2026, stayed with kidsLee Ann
Austin, Texas
Loved our visit. Tyler went above and beyond.
June 2026, stayed with kidsHunter
9 years on Airbnb
Great place for a family retreat.
May 2026, stayed a few nightsRosita
Houston, Texas
We had an amazing stay and would absolutely return. My family and I truly loved the property. The home was beautiful, well-maintained, and offered so many great amenities that made our stay comfortable and enjoyable.
May 2026, group tripRyan
3 years on Airbnb
Amazing views. Caught so many fish.
May 2026, group tripCheryl
Alvin, Texas
This was the most perfect place. The pool, the bay, the fire pit, the outdoor area as well as the most beautiful and cozy interior. We will be back.
April 2026, group tripDelaney
Mont Belvieu, Texas
Great stay and like the pictures. Very clean and great communication.
April 2026, group tripShelley
Denver, Colorado
Stunning home on the water with all the amenities. The perfect Galveston vacation home. We had a wonderful time.
April 2026, stayed with kidsDavid
Arlington Heights, Illinois
We spent a handful of days here with the kids and honestly, what a great place. The house is gorgeous and tucked away in such a chill, quiet spot. The kids were basically living in the pool and hot tub, and they had a blast fishing right off the dock.
March 2026, stayed with kidsMatt
8 years on Airbnb
Had a great weekend fishing and using the pool.
March 2026, group tripAurora Jane
Houston, Texas
We absolutely loved our stay at Tyler's property. It was beautiful and just as described. Our favorite part of the day was waking up and sitting out on the porch with coffees in hand. The pool and hot tub were great, and the outdoor bar was impressive.
September 2024, group tripSamantha
Houston, Texas
Cannot say enough great things about this place and the hosts. They went above and beyond for us during our stay. The house was beautiful, but the backyard and the pool were the best part. We fished for hours and enjoyed the bar area.
July 2024, stayed with kidsTara
9 months on Airbnb
We had an amazing stay at Pelican Lookout. The home was spotless, and the instructions for accessing the property were clear and easy to follow. The pool was clean and already warm upon our arrival. Our sons loved using the kayaks and fishing poles.
December 2025, stayed with kidsWilliam
Austin, Texas
We had a great time staying at this property. The pictures really do the house justice, it was very spacious and perfect for a large group. We had dinner out on the patio, used the pool and hot tub, and enjoyed all the other amenities.
February 2024, group tripPelican Lookout
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A private waterfront home with pool days, canal views and room for the whole group.