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Crystal Beach Bungalow w/ Balcony & Grill!

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9.6

Exceptional

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 101440 sq ft

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  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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Crystal Beach, Texas
  • Popular LocationCrystal Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationEast Beach37 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort of Galveston Cruise Terminal41 min drive
  • AirportHouston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)111 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Crystal Beach Bungalow w/ Balcony & Grill!

Escape to white-sand beaches and sunny skies at this charming 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom Crystal Beach vacation rental, centrally located and only steps from the beach! This breezy house — with a fully equipped kitchen, a breakfast nook, and a spacious patio with a picnic table and an outdoor shower — will be the perfect home base for your group’s stay. Feel the ocean breeze and take in sunsets from the balcony. Take the ferry over to Galveston to stroll and shop along the East End Historic District.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Covered Balcony w/ Ocean Views | Washer/Dryer | Walk to Beach

Embrace your inner beach bum at this Crystal Beach house, ideal for families, a group of friends, or travelers looking to unwind along the seaside.

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Bunk Beds

OUTDOOR LIVING: Spacious covered patio w/ charcoal grill, picnic table, outdoor shower
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs w/ cable, DVD player, ceiling fans, board games, laptop-friendly workspaces, en-suite bathrooms, 1,440 sq ft
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, breakfast nook, island w/ seating, drip coffee maker, blender, toaster, complimentary spices, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, ice maker
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating & A/C, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, iron/board, hangers, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: 3 exterior security cameras (facing out)
SUITABILITY: Stairs required for entry
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

BEACHES: Crystal Beach (steps away), Bolivar Beach (1.4 miles), Stewart Beach - requires ferry (11.5 miles), East Beach - requires ferry (12.4 miles), Galveston Beach - requires ferry (15.6 miles)
GALVESTON FAMILY FUN - Requires Ferry: Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (13.0 miles), Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston (18.0 miles), Moody Gardens (18.3 miles)
DOWNTOWN GALVESTON - Requires Ferry: East End Historic District (11.8 miles), 1892 Bishop’s Palace (12.0 miles), Galveston Seawall (12.0 miles), Historic Downtown Strand Seaport Partnership (12.4 miles)
MUSEUMS - Requires Ferry: Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum (12.1 miles), 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA at the Texas Seaport Museum (12.2 miles), Galveston Railroad Museum (12.6 miles)
FISHING/BOATING - Requires Ferry: Reel Men Fishing Charters (10.7 miles), Galveston Fishing Charter Company (10.8 miles), Galveston Party Boats (11.9 miles), Aqua Safari Charters (12.0 miles)
AIRPORTS: Scholes International Airport - requires ferry (17.4 miles), William P. Hobby Airport - requires ferry (53.5 miles), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (83.2 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces towards the driveway. Camera 2 faces towards the side of the house. Camera 3 faces towards the beach. The cameras are outward-facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video but do not record sound and will be on during the duration of your stay
- NOTE: The property requires stairs for entry and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Bolivar Peninsula is a waterfront area and can periodically experience maintenance to power lines in the area for safety maintenance resulting in power outages for short periods of time

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,440 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

461519

About the neighborhood

Port Bolivar

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Port Bolivar. Strand Historic District and Galveston Seawall are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bolivar Peninsula and Crystal Beach. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk
  • East Beach - 37 min drive
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 41 min drive
  • Port of Galveston - 42 min drive
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - 5 min drive
  • Nauti Beaver Hut - 7 min drive
  • La Playita Restaurant - 9 min drive
  • Dannay Donuts - 8 min drive
  • Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Beach Bungalow w/ Balcony & Grill! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Beach Bungalow w/ Balcony & Grill!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Beach Bungalow w/ Balcony & Grill!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Beach Bungalow w/ Balcony & Grill! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Bolivar Peninsula and Crystal Beach. Port Bolivar Beaches and Fort Travis Seashore Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Daniyar Z.

Memorial Day Weekend stay
Zero communication from property management company. Holly didn't respond to message nor phone calls. Cleaning team did poor job preparing the house for new guest. Dishes were dirty and food left overs were left including cooked meat inside the oven. Advertised charcoal grill can’t be used as is all rusted and has holes. Prepare to bring your own grill. House location is good and has close access to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P., Houston, Texas, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and location
A group of 8 of stayed here over the weekend. The place is as shown on the pictures. We liked the location, the house itself, the number of beds & bathrooms and amenities. If you are coming via Galveston (or plan on going back and forth), please remember that it takes time to travel by ferry during high traffic times. There were 2 minor things that could have been better: 1. There wasn't enough supplies (extra toilet paper, paper towels, etc). This could have been better. 2. I called/texted the contact 3 different times (to ask about early check-in, actually getting into the property, and, inquire about late check-out). I only got ahold of her during the 2nd time related to getting into the property at which time she was helpful (I was actually at the wrong property). Overall, a nice place for a large family or 2.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Late review
Late review but amazing place! Clean and very close To the beach! Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family and friends
There were 9 of us and there was enough room for all! Looking forward to book for new years!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

NORMA O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Steps from the beach
Location and view was perfect! Our fam of 10 fit perfectly, House was clean and nice. Would definitely get this house again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
House was beautiful and each bedroom had its own bedroom which made it so much easier to get showers etc after a day at the beach. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel H.

Bunk beds
We had a great visit. Easy access to the beach. Only one problem. Two friends that slept in the bunk beds by the window,they both got ate up by something. Big red bumps all over their body. Definitely wasn't mosquito bites and they were the only 2 that woke up with bumps. Just an FYI so you can have the beds checked. Thanks for the experience,we plan to return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best part was the short walking distance to the beach. I lived it
Enjoyed the stay. Everything was like it said it was.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jeannine D., Fort Towson

Nice house needed supplies
The house was great. Plenty big and a great view of the gulf from the front porch. The management company was great and very helpful. The cleaning/stocking crew...not so much. Things we had to ask for because there was either not any or not enough: Toilet paper, trash bags, dishwashing stuff, paper towels. We also could have used more bath towels/bath rags. We would rent this house again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family!
Very clean and super close to the beach! We could easily walk back to the house if the kids got tired! Very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Five Stars
Excellent experience. House was furnished very nicely and extremely comfortable. Air conditioning was excellent. I will recommend this property to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Billie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
4 Day Getaway
It was close to the beach and just what we needed for some serious down time. Owner was very considerate and helpful with our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allegra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We just got home from our weekend here and it was AMAZING! The walk to the beach was perfect, the location and the setting in the condo was just perfect. The owner of the house was available at any time and checking in before we arrived and when we left. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Mother’s day
We enjoyed this beautiful and clean house for a great Mother’s Day weekend. Close to the beach and great neighborhood. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Lily D.

Liked: Cleanliness
No communication and house moves
The house is beautiful and very clean. We enjoyed our time there and I was glad that we didn’t have any issues. I can’t imagine having an issue and the contact person Holly never getting back to us. We tried contacting her several times starting a week before our stay to see if we could extend our stay one more day. Unfortunately she never replied to me or my husband. I also tried contacting the owner through VRBO and nothing. Granted it was not an emergency but very unprofessional and rude. We rent often from VRBO and the owner always gets back to us. Then, we noticed the house sways. Yep! It was so scary!! Our good friend has always owned beach houses on stilts and he said that is not normal. We’ve also rented other beach homes and have never experienced this. Maybe I’m wrong but we did not feel safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022