A Great Getaway, 5⭐️, 2nd Row Home w/ Great Views & Many Amenities."
Mellow Yellow is a luxurious 2nd row beach home. The property is located in the family-friendly Sandcastle Subdivision. The house has two levels with a master king suite, full bath, and private balcony located upstairs. Remaining two full bathrooms and four bedrooms are located on the main floor, three bedrooms with king size beds and one bedroom with bunk beds (6 twin beds and one double bed). There is also a Pac n Go portable crib, high chair, books, games, toys and baby gate for your little ones. The main Deck has a gate for safety for the fur babies and children. All bedrooms have flat screen TVs and living area has 55" ultra HD and surround sound. The house also features high speed internet, Roku sticks (or Roku TVs), Sling , live TV, Prime, and Netflix complimentary. Spacious living area/kitchen / dining area has a open floor plan and beautiful ocean views. The kitchen features gas range with double oven, large island with four bar stools for additional seating. The dinning table seats eight. There is also 8 TV trays. The house features a large partially covered deck, easy walking or golf cart access to beach, and a small fish pond in the back yard. (Fishing is allowed, catch-and-release only please). On lower patio there is two swings, two picnic tables, charcoal grill, and a shower to clean up and relax after beach use. Linens and cleaning service are included in the cleaning fees. There are many local restaurants, grocery/ hardware store, recreational rentals, souvenir shopping, and minute markets within 2 to 5 minutes from the house. There are brochures, magazines, and maps at the house for more information.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small dogs (<40 lbs), $100 Fee
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No smoking inside the home. $150.00 fine.
You will be required to review and agree to our own contract and submit government issued non expired ID in addition to Vrbo policies.
Do not drive or park any vehicle, to include golf carts, in the grass areas.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Camera monitored to ensure rules are not broken.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Port Bolivar
Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Fort Travis Seashore Park and East End Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary and Texas Seaport Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Haunted Mayfield Manor and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 50 min drive - 39.2 km
Galveston Seawall - 51 min drive - 40.7 km
Port of Galveston - 52 min drive - 39.6 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 92 min drive
Restaurants
Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - 8 min drive
Nauti Beaver Hut - 5 min drive
Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - 4 min drive
HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - 7 min drive
Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is A Great Getaway, 5⭐️, 2nd Row Home w/ Great Views & Many Amenities." pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at A Great Getaway, 5⭐️, 2nd Row Home w/ Great Views & Many Amenities."?
As of 23 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Great Getaway, 5⭐️, 2nd Row Home w/ Great Views & Many Amenities." on 27 July 2026 start from AU$752, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at A Great Getaway, 5⭐️, 2nd Row Home w/ Great Views & Many Amenities."?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A Great Getaway, 5⭐️, 2nd Row Home w/ Great Views & Many Amenities."?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A Great Getaway, 5⭐️, 2nd Row Home w/ Great Views & Many Amenities."?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A Great Getaway, 5⭐️, 2nd Row Home w/ Great Views & Many Amenities." located?
This family-friendly Port Bolivar holiday home is located by the sea, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Crystal Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Gilchrist Beach and High Island Beach. Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary and Port Bolivar Beaches are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
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We loved our time at Mellow Yellow. Everything was just as pictured and described. The room spaces allowed us to spread out. The walk to to beach was short. We enjoyed seeing the ducks and turtles in the pond.
This is our second stay at Mellow Yellow. It’s a beautiful and spacious home that is welcoming and convenient. The kitchen and bathrooms are well stocking with everything you need from home.
Mellow Yellow was an awesome place to stay for vacation! We couldn’t have asked for anything more. Amazing views, upstairs and downstairs with the small pond. Beds are super comfy. Loved the little bridge in the community for beach access. All around great place and will be coming back!
We LOVED Mello Yellow! Home was extremely clean, comfortable, roomy, well stocked in kitchen, downstairs and yard were wonderful! Beds very comfy, house stayed cool and comfortable! Our family had a great weekend and we will be back!!!
We came with a big extended family group in order to have a memorial for my grandma. The house was very clean, beds were comfortable and the AC worked well! The kitchen was stocked with things to make cooking at the house a breeze. It is a short walk to a very nice beach and close to a atore with all your needs. It’s located on the more quiet part of town, we enjoyed it! We highly recommend and will hopefully return for a longer trip!
This is the best house we have rented in many years of coming to Crystal Beach with our large family and friends group. The layout is perfect, the kitchen is large and great to eat, play games, and gather in. Very close to the beach, we had no trouble getting our golf cart out there and back. Everything was clean and organized well. We didn’t need for anything the whole time we were there. My son loved the porch swing! The owner was great at communicating check in process. We could not have asked for more! Thank you so much for renting your home to us!
Great location close to beach. Clean. Kitchen fully stocked. Plenty of towels and beach toys. Even provided plenty of trash bags and dish washer detergent, shower soap, shampoo and conditioner. Even in the outdoor shower and very very responsive. 2nd time we’ve rented this house. Loved it.
This house was the best VRBO we ever rented. 6 adults and 5 children under the age of 10. It was clean. It was well supplied. It was close walk to the beach. Property Manager very quick to respond. It had EVERYTHING. If you want a great house for a fun family vacation, pick this one. I hope to rent again in the future FOR SURE.
Eileen P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2021
Eileen was a great guest and followed house rules. The group left the house in good condition. She is welcome back anytime.
Our group consisted of 8 adults, a 3 year old and an infant. We have stayed at a different home the last 3 years, but with the addition of the new baby, we had outgrown our former home away from home and had to find a new place. The house was better than advertised. Nice large dining table for everyone to eat together, kid friendly, nice large pantry to store a week's worth of food, short walk to beach, responsive owner/manager, comfy beds, quiet neighborhood, and the list goes on. If you're looking for it, this place has it!
This place is gorgeous. The amenities are all upgraded. The property manager was easy to work with and very understanding. She left detailed instructions that were clear. This place sleeps 16 and we only had 9 guest so we have a lot of room to move around. The view in the morning is so beautiful. This is a place to come back to. We all enjoyed it.
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Caroline Baker
Daphane Washington.
Loved our stay at the Mellow Yellow Beach House! Walking bridge over the dunes was nice but would have loved vehicle access. The house was beautiful just like the pictures. Lots of dinning space, showers, and little extras that we enjoyed. Brandy’s blanket was a big hit among all the girls! Plenty of patio room with lots of seating for those quiet mornings with coffee or moon gazing at night. Loved the safety gate at the top of the stairs, the booster seat, and pack and play for our youngest granddaughter. Pirate ship bunkbed was a hit for our grandsons. Something for everyone. This place was perfect. Oh, and the ducks and turtles were entertaining in the inlet. Thank you so much for the hospitality! You’re home is beautiful!
From the instant we booked, all the way through the checkout process was amazing. Our stay, the renter and the house were all fantastic. Super clean house. Super friendly renter. Great location. All with a price that couldn’t be beat. Thank you so much again for everything. We will definitely be back the next time we’re in the area!
We needed some good ole fun family time and found the perfect place!!! The house was spacious, clean and plenty of bedrooms for all the family! The outdoor spaces provided plenty of seating for eating and relaxing. The views were so pretty and the beach was very clean! There was one little hiccup and that was that it was a little warm in the living area and bedrooms at night. But when we left the a/c people were there to check it out. We were all very disappointed that we didn’t book the cabin longer!!!! We will definitely be back!!!!
Everything you need is there. Linens , beach towels , beach chairs , 2 minute golf cart ride to beach , see the beach every morning when you wake up. No beach noise( other people) from your deck, just the sound of the waves. No need to take anything besides drinks to beach. Just go back home and eat then back to beach. Outdoor shower was wonderful! We all used it , instead of the indoor showers on beach days. You will not regret renting this property!
Nancy W.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
About the host
Hosted by Stephanie Lynch
I live in Houston with two small children. We love visiting the beach, especially in the off season. We hope to share our house with other families, so that they can get a chance to experience Crystal Beach too.
Why they chose this property
My family has owned property in Crystal Beach for many years, and I have fond memories of beach vacations growing up. I wanted to build and rent my house on Crystal Beach so that other families could have some of the same great experiences that my kids and I have had visiting the beach.
What makes this property unique
This is a great house. I personally picked out all of the decorations and furnishings, and I think it has a lot of character and charm. We also love the pond in front of the house - you can walk up and feed ducks (or turtles!) and even go fishing right in the front yard.
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests