Much walking and touring is needed here that include a museum, touring the San Jacinto Battleground and the Battleship Texas. Detailed information and map is available at www.sanjacinto-museum.org. The
accommodations for the evening are suggested to be in Clear Lake either at the Hilton or the Kemah
Boardwalk Inn. You may want to put the Kemah Boardwalk on your agenda to visit. A good ½ day is
suggested. Detailed information is available at www.kemahboardwalk.com. The Kemah Boardwalk is owned by Landry’s. Many specialty shops, an amusement park and fine dining at Landry’s restaurants is available. Outside of the actual Boardwalk are more stores to visit including the Boardwalk Fudge Factory, which has been on National TV. You can visit their website at www.boardwalkfudge.com. That is the first part of the National Park related vacation and next is Armand Bayou Nature Center, which offers, “A system of nature trails honeycombs the property, and the center operates a pontoon boat that plies the waters of Armand Bayou.” NASA may be desirable and is another good choice to visit while in the Clear Lake area. More information is available when you request a vacation quote from Star Banquets and Travel.
Next is the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge. “During spring and fall migrations, warblers and other songbirds can be seen or heard on walks in small wooded areas. Throughout the year, roseate spoonbills, great and snowy egrets, white-faced ibis and mottled ducks can be found on the Anahuac NWR.” The entrance to the park is at 509 Washington Street Anahuac, Texas 77514. Other refuges along the coast within the vicinity include McFaddin National Wildlife Refuge and Sea Rim State Park. The plan should be to leave Clear Lake and spend the day touring the refuges then to head to our suggested accommodations at
The Grace Manor Bed and Breakfast. Now you can spend a couple days in Galveston, relaxing and winding down as you end this incredible Texas vacation. During these two days we suggest you visit the second winery on our list of Texas vineyards to visit. The Vineyard is Haak Vineyards and Winery and you can visit their website at www.haakwines.com. To find things to do and the best places to dine, visit our Galveston
vacation website at www.vacationsgalveston.com. You may want to make your Galveston stay three
days if you wish to put Moody Gardens on your visitation list. The Grace Manor is place you will be pampered by Barb and wake up to the smell of fresh brewed coffee and a gourmet breakfast. Moody Gardens is another day trip with the choices that include IMAX, the ride theatre, the rainforest, the quarium, Palm Beach and the Colonel Paddle Boat bay tour. If you choose to stay for three days in Galveston and are not shopped out then the Strand is another wonderful place to visit, which offers many specialty shops
and restaurants. The entire Texas vacation is so much fun. From Austin all the way to Galveston, the outlined vacation includes the best of accommodations, many choices to enjoy and tour during the day
and awesome choices for dining. The vacation is well broken up so not to spend extensive days
driving or tiring out from too much to do in one day. Many sources are available on 1 Touch Reservations for planning a Texas vacation within your budget as some of the choices we listed, which are first class can be pricey depending on the time of year.
We stayed this month at (photo at the top) The Grace Manor · 800.810.8590 or 409.621.1662 · www.gracemanor-galveston.com. You can view our photo show of The Grace Manor on 1 Touch Reservations.
“When Stowe designed the Hodson home in 1905, he created a massive, two-story stucco-covered brick house with oversized dormers and a raised basement. The interior reflects an eclectic mix of styles marking the transition from late Victorian design to the Craftsman Style of the early 20th century.” “Outstanding stained glass and fine woods are hallmarks of the house. The spectacular staircase of Philippine mahogany is particularly noteworthy. The home is an exquisite example of the architecture representing the growth and vigor of Galveston after the 1900 Storm and through the first part of the 20th century” The home was on the Galveston Historic Homes Tour in 1992 and 1993. the house was purchased by the current owner, Barb Gatlin, who has established Grace Manor, an elegant Bed and Breakfast. The unassuming stucco façade of the house hides a rich interior that includes ceiling murals, Philippine mahogany and exceptional beveled glass work. ““What a beautiful home with the ambience of times gone by. The accommodations are absolutely gorgeous. Your hospitality is “unmatched” as we have stayed in many B&B’s. We felt spoiled with the delicious elegant breakfast. Thanks for all the personal touches and your attention to details such as the wine, cookies, candy teats. You are a great hostess!” Mike and Dena, Garland, Texas.
The Grace Manor as achieved the Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor.com
- Grace Manor Bed & Breakfast rated "excellent" by travelers
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