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Dark Side Of The Dune - 4 Bedroom, Sleeps 14 - Gulf View in gated community

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14160.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Port Bolivar, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Dark Side Of The Dune - 4 Bedroom, Sleeps 14 - Gulf View in gated community

3RD ROW - BISCAYNE II - 4 BEDROOM - 2.5 BATH - SLEEPS 14


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WINTER SEASON: September 8, 2025 – May 10, 2026


SUMMER SEASON: May 11, 2026 – September 6, 2026





WIFI, TV’S, CARGO LIFT AND GREAT GULF VIEWS MAKE THIS 4 BEDROOM BEAUTY A GREAT SPOT FOR YOUR FAMILY TRIP TO THE BEACH. SIT AND WATCH TURTLES OR THROW A LINE INTO THE POND IN FRONT OF THE HOUSE OR TAKE A QUICK TRIP TO THE WIDE BEACHES AND GET SOME SAND BETWEEN YOUR TOES.

PRIMARY BEDROOM (KING), BEDROOM 2 (2 QUEENS), BEDROOM 3 (2 TWIN/QUEEN BUNKS), BEDROOM 4 (FULL). PRIMARY BATH (WALK-IN SHOWER), GUEST BATH (TUB/ SHOWER COMBO), LIVING AREA (POWDER ROOM).

BEACH ACCESS: SUBDIVISION HAS WALK OVER/ GOLF CART ACCESS ONLY.



2 NIGHT MINIMUM (Excluding Holidays)
FOR WEEKLY RENTALS, ARRIVAL DAYS ARE: MONDAY OR FRIDAY (depending on reservations already in place).


PETS ALLOWED WITH APPROVAL AND ADDITIONAL FEE.


LINENS INCLUDED


10-20% INCREASE APPLIED TO RATES FOR ALL HOLIDAYS, SPRING BREAK AND CERTAIN EVENTS.


All Cobb Real Estate vacation rentals are NON-SMOKING properties.



THIS HOME WORKS WELL WITH BORN TO BEACH, CORAL CABANA, OUT OF THE BLUE, SEA SHIFT, STAY AWHILE, THE RITZ OF CRYSTAL BEACH, BORN TO BEACH, BEACH U 2 IT, AS WELL AS HOUSES IN BISCAYNE I.



Even when provided, Internet Access/Satellite TV/Cell service can be unreliable on The Bolivar Peninsula, as we are a rural community and weather sensitive area. We apologize, but Cobb Real Estate cannot guarantee that these amenities will be working during your stay and cannot offer refunds for disruption of these services.



Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information; however, it is not guaranteed. It is subject to errors, omissions, change of price, change of house contents and/or features or withdrawal without notice.

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 2:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Port Bolivar

Port Bolivar is home to this holiday home. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting.
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Port Bolivar, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 41 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 41 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Port of Galveston - 41 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 46 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Playita - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jose’s Cantina Cajun Steakhouse Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dark Side Of The Dune - 4 Bedroom, Sleeps 14 - Gulf View in gated community pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dark Side Of The Dune - 4 Bedroom, Sleeps 14 - Gulf View in gated community?

As of 30 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dark Side Of The Dune - 4 Bedroom, Sleeps 14 - Gulf View in gated community on 11 Aug 2026 start from AU$343, 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 Dark Side Of The Dune - 4 Bedroom, Sleeps 14 - Gulf View in gated community?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dark Side Of The Dune - 4 Bedroom, Sleeps 14 - Gulf View in gated community?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dark Side Of The Dune - 4 Bedroom, Sleeps 14 - Gulf View in gated community?

Checkout is at 2:00 PM.

Where is Dark Side Of The Dune - 4 Bedroom, Sleeps 14 - Gulf View in gated community located?

Situated in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Crystal Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Port Bolivar Beaches and Fort Travis Seashore Park. Seawolf Park and Galveston Ferry Terminal are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely great property in a gated community, the entire neighborhood was quiet,quick walk to the beach via private bridge, the kitchen had everything you needed for your stay and check in process was super easy! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Everett J.

Just another day

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was nice, smelled like a smoker had lived there 10 years. Cargo Lift was a big help getting our stuff up to the house. Might want to have someone wash off all the bird poop off the deck and deck chairs.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Toshia A.

Family time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: great time! The house is equipped with everything we needed. Great for our 5 grandchildren. It is always a pleasure working with Blanca at Cobb Realty
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Waco, TX

Great Place to Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home, plenty of space inside and out and is tucked away in a well maintained, gated community! The neighborhood is awesome with lots of friendly people! Very reasonable rates that are well worth the price! Good view of the ocean and plenty of ducks, turtles and fish to watch below the deck! Dont hesitate to stay here, you will not regret it!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

gayle b.

Beach 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time this year at the beach. The property offered all we needed for the week. It was clean Anna well managed. Our family enjoyed the stay. The only thing we missed was a downstairs shower, but water hoses to rinse sand was available.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Perfect Vacation!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was clean, well equipped, and very pleasant. It was in a greatlocation near the beach in a lovely quiet area. The linen service was Wow! Big fluffy towels and comfy bed linens. We would definitely stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

Great time at the beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Cobb has figured it out. They make it easy to decide and then fulfill all your needs. The only issue we had was with the weather, but we still had a great time. Family and friends for Thanksgiving. We cast a couple of lines into the pond and caught two small fish and a turtle (all catch and release). A gated community a little further out from the noise and bustle, suited our needs just fine. Cobb even helped us to rent a golf cart, which also worked out just great. We will be back in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany N.

Great spot to get away!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was super clean and in a prime location. Cobb Real Estate really stepped up in helping me pick the best spot for our family and fur babies. Close walk or cart ride to the beach and quick drive to the ferry or to Crystal Beach. Right on a canal for some leisure fishing or just sitting on the deck and enjoying the ocean sounds. We'd definitely come back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathy J.

vacay 22

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: it was great!could use some hooks in bathrooms for towelsA/C was cold
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

Wonderful get a way

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Really enjoyed our stay, beautiful view from balcony in a nice quiet neighborhood
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Koy L.

Summer Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great time! Cabin was exactly as described. Everything was very nice and clean. Can’t wait to go back again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Family Vacation at Dark Side of the Dune

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great experience at Dark Side of the Dune. The cabin was well laid out with plenty of room for our family vacation, and it was very nice & comfortable inside and out. We felt very safe in this gated community. It's also very close to the ferry to Galveston which made for a nice trip over. We are already planning our next trip back to this cabin. I highly recommend Dark Side of the Dune.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sharon G.

Great location and views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin is located in a quiet area of Bolivar. Nice kitchen with double oven. Everything you need. Beds were comfortable. Will rent again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

Absolutely PERFECT!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were so pleased with our stay at Dark Side of the Dune. We planned a last minute trip and Cobb's was great at finding this perfect house for us. Everything was furnished nicely, very clean and we had plenty of room for our family. The beds were very comfortable and the kids LOVED having their own bunk room. I would recommend purchasing the linen package, one less thing to have to worry about packing for the trip and the sheets and towels were plentiful and of good quality. The location is perfect within the gated community. We felt very safe and secure and the crossover to the beach was a breeze with our golf cart. The kids even caught some fish in the "pond" by the house! We've been going to Crystal Beach for over 30 years and this is the best house we've ever rented. We highly recommend staying here and we will DEFINITELY be booking again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Crosby, TX

The BEST stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Dark of the the Dune was the most Amazing beach house we have stayed in thus far. It was a great location on bolivar Island, great beach access by golf cart and foot, close vicinity to the boat dock and the jetties, and an amazing house with all of the amenities one could ask for!Great staff / cleaning crew ever!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Great spot for the Holiday

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were looking to spend a relaxing week on the beach, and we achieved that goal. This was our first time renting in the Biscayne area, but it definitely won’t be the last. For a holiday weekend, that section of beach was pretty chill (not too crowded or rowdy). The house is in a great location with some good views. Something that changed from the last time we rented with Cobb was the linens. I was not expecting them to be bundled up and laying on the bed. You have to start your vacation dismantling and making up the beds. Also note that every owner stocks their houses differently. This one does not supply any soaps or trash bags (no big deal), so make sure you take 3-4 hand soaps and as many trash bags as you normally use in a weeks time. All of the furnishings and amenities are great , and the cargo lift makes packing in and out super easy. We will keep this house on our short list of properties to stay at again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

Great fit.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice setup.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Larina D.

Love the location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location , possibly the best on the island. The rental needs more kitchen tools and accomodations for guest: toilet paper, garbage bags and spices to name a few. Be prepared to bring everything. Love the pond in front of the house and the lift is a back saver. I would only rent with Cobb they are great.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Casey M.

Thanksgiving

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice nearly new house with great views. And a cargo lift, very important. I can't think of anything that I would change.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Excellent Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was laid out great for a large group. It had everything you needed to cook meals and was comfortable for entertaining. Near the beach with just a golf cart ride away.

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