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Steps from the Beach!

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Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Step into this beachside retreat and unwind on the wrap-around deck with beautiful ocean views. The spacious living room features a big screen Roku television, while the fully equipped kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances. A short walk to the beach, outdoor picnic area, fenced playground for kids, and an enclosed shower ensure a fun-filled stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Steps from the Beach!

When you arrive you will see there is enough space to park 3 vehicles at the front of the house. Underneath the house you will see a picnic area with tables and chairs where you can enjoy a meal with the family. This will lead you to the fenced playground in the back where the kids can play safely. Also underneath the house is an outdoor, enclosed shower where you can wash the sand off your feet when returning from the beach, which is only about one minute walking distance.

You will need to walk up a flight of about 20 stairs to get to the wrap around deck area where you will be able to enjoy beautiful ocean views, as well as a soft ocean breeze. Enter the home into a roomy living room which has 2 ottoman single hide-a -beds for additional sleeping and a big screen Roku television where you can enjoy your favorite shows under your own accounts. You will also enjoy the fully equipped and updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher. As you make your way down the hall you will find the master suite has a king size bed as well as it's own bathroom and exit onto the deck. the 2nd bedroom has a queen size bed. the 3rd bedroom has 2 full size bunk beds.

Please remember that this property is on a peninsula, and is therefore surrounded by water, which means there may likely be mosquitoes, especially during summertime. We do have the property treated regularly for this but can’t guarantee that it will be mosquito free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

PET POLICY: Pet must be house trained. Pet must never be left alone inside the house. Pets are not allowed on any furniture or in any of the beds.
PET POLICY (Continued): All pet discharge/droppings/shedding, must be cleaned by guest before check out.
Renter is liable for any damage to the property and agrees to accept charges to the card on file should damage occur during occupancy.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gilchrist Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Stingaree Marina - 10 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • High Island Beach - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 58 min drive - 27.8 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grille - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ajs Taco Stand - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps from the Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Steps from the Beach! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from the Beach! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps from the Beach! located?

This family-friendly Port Bolivar vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. High Island Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Steps from the Beach! Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a beautiful property, loved everything, good communication, and really enjoyed the balcony and being able to walk right to the beach without having to drive to it and finding a place to park.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Our beach stay

It’s was a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KALLI S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

We took a quick trip to disconnect and this house was perfect for that. Definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carley B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Getaway

All the dishes was dirty, the bbq pit utensils had black mold on them, bugs on the dishes and draws. Other than that it was a great stay, we liked the view of the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway!

Loved this home and location! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and nice house

The house and location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Walking distance to beach

This house was perfect for a last min one night stay with my family during the kids fall break. Easy walk to the beach with a great view! We will be back. Owners were quick to respond and access to the property was easy. Great parking. Kids loved the swing set.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last minute getaway

We booked the property very last minute & the owner was very accommodating. Great views from the top deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donnie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

We really enjoyed your house. It was close to the beach and had a great view
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Trip!

We enjoyed our stay overall. The upstairs porch is large with a nice view of the water and lots of chairs. We brought a rolling cart to haul our stuff to the beach - which is only about 3 houses down. I liked that there was a gated area downstairs and a gate at the top of the stairs so that my dog didn’t have to be on a leash the whole time. We didn’t really sit down there, but the space below the house is pretty large. Several tables with chairs as well as a bar area to set up a nice spread. Be sure and bring anything that you might need for cooking. Also the grill was rusty so if you plan to use it, be sure and bring tinfoil. And the house is currently for sale if anyone’s looking for a rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Great house and location. Would definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach getaway

Has such an amazing time. The view is to die for
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed my stay

This property was exactly what I wanted in the price range and location that I wanted. The fenced in yard was perfect for my lil pup that stayed with us. Loved the outdoor space with ample seating.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Stay

Very welcoming home, clean, and spacious. Area is quiet and pretty views to the ocean. My family and I really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donnie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We celebrated a bday and caught 5 huge bull red from the beach right in front of the house. Second time staying and will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice trip

Nice location, good views plenty of local shops. The kids enjoyed flying kites on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

The location and proximity to the beach was great. Great views from the deck. The fenced yard was a nice benefit with my 2 small dogs coming along.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colby O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views

Close to the water house was very clean and updated will definitely be going back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonja C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beach House

The house is very well appointed and had every thing we needed for our stay. The house is a quick walk to the beach! We will definitely rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

I was so impressed with everything about the house! Location, closeness to the beach, plenty of places for people to sit and watch the waves or the sunset. It was maybe a 2 minute walk from the house to the beach. The beds were very comfortable! I couldn’t find one thing to complain about at this house. We had so much fun here and I can’t wait to try to book for next year. Thank you to the amazing host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The house was clean and the owners were very nice. We had no issues communicating with them and the house was in the perfect area. We will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Choo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful fall break

The property is steps away from the beach. It is clean and comfortable. Al was very responsive to our questions. My family would definitely go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayli R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great proximity to beach

The unit was a short walk from the beach, with an ocean view. It was clean and well stocked with towels. The beds were comfortable, and the owner was very responsive to any questions. We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna K., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and relaxing

Just what I needed…a beautiful, clean home on the beach. So relaxing and has everything I needed! If you do plan to cook or grill, take your seasonings. Perfect for a quick getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022