Welcome to White Magnolia Galveston, our enchanting island home. Nestled on the Gulf Coast of Texas, Galveston is a vibrant island with a history as colorful as its sunsets. From its early days as a 19th-century trading post to its role as a major U.S. port city, Galveston is filled with stories of pirates, seafaring adventures, and cultural treasures.
Over time, we fell in love not just with the beaches, but with the architecture, the history, and the welcoming community — and White Magnolia became our way of sharing that love with guests from near and far.
🏛️ The Historic Island of Galveston
Today, Galveston is known for its 19th-century Victorian architecture — the largest concentrated collection in the United States. Guests can stroll streets lined with ornate homes, tour historic landmarks, and experience the charm of a city that beautifully blends past and present.
Beyond its history, Galveston offers sun-kissed beaches, diverse wildlife, a thriving cruise port, ghost tours, museums, and world-class attractions that make it perfect for both family vacations and adult getaways. To start planning your adventures, explore our Galveston Local Guide and our article on The Bryan Museum .
🏡 White Magnolia: A Haven for Every Guest
Our historic 1921 home is more than just a vacation rental — it’s a personal-hotel experience and a sanctuary for guests who want privacy, comfort, and thoughtful details.
We’ve hosted:
- 💞 Couples celebrating anniversaries, proposals, and honeymoons
- 👰 Brides & wedding parties preparing for their big day
- 👨👩👧👦 Families & groups gathering for reunions or beach trips
- 🚢 Cruisers starting or ending a voyage at the Galveston Cruise Port
- 💼 Business travelers & solo guests seeking a quiet, stylish place to stay
Located on Moody Avenue in the East End Historic District, White Magnolia is:
- About 0.3 miles from the beach and Seawall Boulevard
- Walking distance to the Historic Strand District, dining, and shops
- Next door to The Bryan Museum, one of Galveston’s most memorable wedding venues
- Just down the street from the iconic Grand Galvez
- Within easy reach of house tours, historic attractions, and Galveston Island State Park for those who love nature
If you’d like to take a visual tour, visit our White Magnolia Photo Gallery and our Amenities & Extra Perks page.
💍 Designed with Brides in Mind
While White Magnolia welcomes all types of travelers, it has quickly become a favorite for brides and bridal parties getting married at The Bryan Museum and other nearby venues.
Some of our most-loved bridal-friendly features include:
- 👗 A 7-foot mirror for final looks before walking down the aisle
- 💄 Comfortable swivel chairs for hair and makeup prep
- 🌤️ Spacious bedrooms with beautiful natural light for getting-ready photos
- 🛋️ Elegant gathering spaces for mimosas, toasts, and quiet moments together
- 🚶♀️ The peace of mind of being steps away from The Bryan Museum
Brides often tell us how much they appreciate having a private, calm space to get ready in — and how easy it is to slip next door to the venue without long drives or complicated logistics. To see how one group used the home for a special weekend, read our Ladies’ Retreat at White Magnolia blog post.
🧁 The Little Things: Baked Goods & Thoughtful Touches
One of our favorite parts of hosting is surprising guests with small, meaningful details. Many stays include a sweet welcome from our in-house bakery, White Magnolia Bread Co. , featuring small-batch treats like sourdough bread, cake balls, or cookies.
Guests can also pre-order additional baked goods to be waiting at the home when they arrive — perfect for birthdays, girls’ trips, and pre- or post-cruise celebrations.
🌅 Why We Love Sharing White Magnolia
Even though we live only about 35 minutes away, we retreat to White Magnolia whenever we can to enjoy island life: sunsets along the Seawall, coffee on the porch, walks to the Strand, and the energy of Galveston’s festivals and events.
Our greatest joy is sharing this home with guests who come for life’s biggest moments — weddings, honeymoons, family reunions, cruises, birthdays, and long-awaited beach vacations. Each stay adds a new chapter to the story of White Magnolia, and we’re honored every time someone chooses our home for their special time away.