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Luxury Beachfront, Vacation & Wedding Rental, Steps to Sea, Sleeps 30

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Outdoor banquet area
Miscellaneous
Plenty of space to gather and enjoy time with family and friends.
Priceless views from this gorgeous, beachfront retreat!
Primary room with a king and a daybed

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 30325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 30)

Bed room 1 (Primary)

1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

Bed room 2

2 Queen Beds

Bed room 3

2 Queen Beds

Bed room 4

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed room 5 (Teen room downstairs)

3 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Outdoor shower

Half Bath

Soap · Toilet

Out door shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Beachfront, Vacation & Wedding Rental, Steps to Sea, Sleeps 30

Blue Marlin, this is a stunning and spacious coastal luxury beachfront, just few steps to the sand. You can relax and enjoy panoramic views, sound of the crashing waves of the ocean from the large deck. Cargo Lift, Ice Maker, beach equipment, hammocks, swings, and propane grill provided. This spectacular home is unique and spacious. Sleeps 18 in upstairs and Kids room downstairs sleeps up to 12.
** LINENS PROVIDED & BEDS MADE**
A perfect place for family together, wedding, church retreat, anniversary, reunion, or birthday party up to 120 guests.
WEDDINGS: SPECIAL ADDITIONAL 10% DISCOUNT FOR FURNITURE RENTAL, APPLIED FOR AFTER MARCH 1st BOOKINGS with NEW ADDITIONS: Tiki Bar and Garden with pergola and palms for ceremony.
- Wedding ceremony: very convenient with a few steps by private walk-way to sand beach or on garden with pergola and palms, beautiful spots with no obstruction for sunset or sunrise wedding ceremony.
- Wedding reception: covered concrete floor can hold up to 120 guests.
- Parking: free parking lot up to 15 spaces in front and 20+ on the dead-end street.
Wedding tables and chairs are available for rentals.
FURNITURE RENTAL: Wedding tables and chairs are available for rentals, please contact for availability.
Package #1: Wedding with up to 50 guests. 7 round tables, 50 chairs, four 6-feet rectangular tables for caterers, 4 ice coolers, a wedding arch with bases. White tablecloths included.
Package #2: Wedding with up to 80 guests. 10 round tables, 80 chairs, four 6-feet rectangular tables for caterers, 4 cocktail tables, 4 ice coolers, a wedding arch with bases. White tablecloths included.
Package #3: Wedding with up to 100 guests. 12 round tables, 100 chairs, four 6-feet rectangular tables for caterers, 4 cocktail tables, 4 ice coolers, a wedding arch with bases. White tablecloths included.
Package #4: Wedding with up to 120 guests. 15 round tables, 120 chairs, four 6-feet rectangular tables for caterers, 4 cocktail tables, 4 ice coolers, a wedding arch with bases. White tablecloths included.

Wedding Furniture Rental Prices:
- OFF PEAK SEASON: December, January and February: 50% off regular rates.
Pkg1: $500
Pkg2: $650
Pkg3: $750
Pkg4: $900
-SHOULDER SEASON: March and November: 20% off regular rates.
Pkg1: $800
Pkg2: $1,040
Pkg3: $1,200
Pkg4: $1,440
- PEAK SEASON: April, May, June, July, August, September, October: regular rates.
Pkg1: $1,000
Pkg2: $1,300
Pkg3: $1,500
Pkg4: $1,800

Note:
New additions: Garden with pergola and palms. Lighted Tiki bar. All white furniture and white tablecloths. 60 inches round tables, 6 feet rectangular folding tables, cedar wood wedding arch.
Wedding Party: Lowering the volume around 11 PM and then turn it off or very low at midnight.
Please turn on the parking lights at the staircase at night.
- Golf cart Path nearby, 100 yards away. DO NOT run golf cart or ATV thru the dunes in front of the house. It's a state law.
All TVs are smart TVs, Bring Your Own Login.
Layout of Blue Marlin:
- Each bedroom with en-suite full bath and smart TV.
- Primary room: 1 king and 1 lounge chair with en-suite full bath. A jacuzzi hot tub, big shower, his and her sinks and a walk-in closet.
- Blue room: 2 queens with en-suite full bath.
- Green room: 2 queens with en-suite full bath.
- Red room (small kids with parent room): 1 full, 1 twin and 1 full over full bunk bed with en-suite full bath.
- Downstairs Loft: access from parking lot, near staircases. This room is designed for big kids with en-suite full bath and an outdoor shower nearby. 2 full over full bunk beds, 1 twin over twin bunk bed and a sofa bed. TV is just for games connection and a foosball table.
- Four folding mattresses.
- Living area: 2 large couches can sleep 2-4.
- Pack 'N Play: 1.
- 2 refrigerators, 2 built-in ovens, 1 washing and 2 dryers, 80 pounds icemaker.
- COFFEE: Keurig coffee maker and 50 K-Cups provided. Pour Over coffee maker and ground coffee provided.
- GAMES: 2 electronic games machines and a foosball table in the Loft.
- OUTDOORS: Beach equipment, beach toys, beach chairs. Corn-hole games.
- Golf Cart driving: please use golf cart path nearby (50 yards away). Do not drive over the dunes or private walk-way in front of the house. It's state law.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Lock the lift gate after use for safety
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Small dog allow with a pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside of the house

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please do not remade the beds. Wash and dry all used towels. For the last load, just put in dryers and let the machine run.
Propane BBQ: please clean if used it.
Extra trash: if all trash bins are full, please leave extra trash bags next to them.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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 in a rural area and on the beach. Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Travelling with kids? Consider Texas Seaport Museum and Haunted Mayfield Manor. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 51 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 52 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Port of Galveston - 52 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 57 min drive - 46.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jose’s Cantina Cajun Steakhouse Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Beachfront, Vacation & Wedding Rental, Steps to Sea, Sleeps 30 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Beachfront, Vacation & Wedding Rental, Steps to Sea, Sleeps 30?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Beachfront, Vacation & Wedding Rental, Steps to Sea, Sleeps 30 on 1 May 2026 start from AU$1,440, 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 Luxury Beachfront, Vacation & Wedding Rental, Steps to Sea, Sleeps 30?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Beachfront, Vacation & Wedding Rental, Steps to Sea, Sleeps 30?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Beachfront, Vacation & Wedding Rental, Steps to Sea, Sleeps 30?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Beachfront, Vacation & Wedding Rental, Steps to Sea, Sleeps 30 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach holiday home is steps from Crystal Beach and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Stingaree Marina. Gilchrist Beach and High Island Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin G.

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

Amazing Memorial Day stay

It was an amazing weekend with family and friends. With the nicest accomadations and amazing beach access, beautiful views, and comfort beyond belief. Cant wait to book our next stay at The Blue Marlin.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephenie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough great things about this property!!! Host was amazing and responsive to any questions we had. I stayed here with family and hosted my wedding here. This property literally has EVERYTHING you could need. Tables, linens, arch, benches, chairs, heaters… All were available onsite. The house was amazingly stocked with appliances and amenities to make for an ideal stay with a larger number of guests. Every bedroom is spacious and equipped with an en suite bathroom. It is beautifully decorated inside. The deck was perfect for watching the beach from sunrise to sunset! Whether it was something small or large, if we needed it, we found it in one of the many labeled cabinets in the house. From towels and complimentary snacks to the corsage pins that we forgot to bring… we found it! LOVE this place! We will be back!
Beautiful sunrises!!!
Unbelievable backdrop for my wedding!
Perfect sized tables and linens!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna Q.

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

Beautiful property we enjoyed our stay so much!

Big beautiful house plenty of room for a big family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger R.

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

Perfect Vacation House

The house is amazing! Gorgeous views and direct beach access. We will book again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

claudia c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is amazing! The perfect spot and so easy to access. House had everything you need for the beach and more! The host was always attentive to all our needs and he would even suggest activities to do around there. We all fit so nicely in the house and they had everything you need in the kitchen. After check out we had car trouble and Kevin was super wonderful to let us use the house to keep the kids out of the sun while we fixed the problem. We will definitely be back and cant wait to do so!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Great place

Had a great time. Everything was nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

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

Fantastic place

We loved staying there. It was our second time. The location is unbeatable and it's such a beautiful home on its own accord. The owner was super helpful and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devin B.

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

Great wedding venue

Worked great for our family and friends. Everything was there that we needed. Had 65 people for our celebration, plenty of room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jarrod B.

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

Family trip

Beautiful house. Strong AC. Very well kept.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Was an awesome house! Beautiful place!!

Overall great experience! Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE J.

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

Great Graduation weekend

The house was roomy, clean and very accommodating for a large group. We enjoyed the celebration of our graduated high school students. We will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

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

We had our wedding at this property and it was perfect. The view was amazing, right on the beach.

The property owner went above and beyond making sure we had all that we needed for an amazing stay. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect and having such a beautiful location where all of our family and friends could join us made it even more amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

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

Beach getaway

We were very impressed with the cleanliness, the beautiful rooms. The owner is exceptional, he made sure we felt welcome and is very gracious. Enjoyed walking within a few yards to the beach. Would go back to this house.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollie H.

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

BEAUTIFUL

HOUSE WAS BEAUTIFUL PERFECT LOCATION
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armando T.

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

Great home!

The home was amazing. Great views of the ocean from the house. Very spacious and loved the labeling system that Kevin has in place, very helpful. Would totally stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karlee W.

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

Memories for a lifetime!

Such a beautiful property and the location was just perfect! The home had everything you could of asked for and more! Host was awesome as well! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty V.

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

Amazing!!

The house was absolutely perfect. We hope to use it again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Large Family Vacation

The Blue Marlin was a great rental for our large family. The rooms and bathrooms were amazing. Our kids loved the games in the downstairs loft. The house had everything we needed and more. The beach access made everything so easy. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesa S.

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

Wonderful Location

This place steps away from the beach was perfect. The weather wasn’t always ideal, so it was perfect for the kids to go to the beach for a while and back to the house. The owner was prompt to reply when I had questions. We had 12 adults and 7 kids, so this place was ideal.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

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

Blue Marlin Wedding

The Blue Marlin exceeded our expectations for a beautiful and relaxing time spent with family and friends. We booked this beach house to hold a small private wedding (50 guests) the availability of tables and chairs located on site made this entire planning and preparation effort less. The property is stunning and located in at the end of the street so we had a bit more privacy than planned. The property owners were ever so responsive helpful and respectful, I am so grateful we came across them. We will be repeat customers. Don’t miss out on checking out the Blue Marlin, it’s an absolute win!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perla C.

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

Amazing

The house was amazing we had four families staying over Easter weekend and had plenty of space. Kevin was very attentive during check in. Hoping to return soon
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

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

Most amazing home and host!

This was the most gorgeous, clean, and well stocked home I have stayed in. All our quests were very impressed. Host was so courteous and accommodating. Will always stay here when on the coast. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine Y.

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

Beautiful house on the beach!

This house is amazing! The view is just as wonderful! Kevin is a amazing person to deal with, he has everything you can possibly think of in the house. This is by far the best house i have stayed in!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gisela H.

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

Christmas at The Beach

We had am amazing time, Kevin was great and when he means he has everything, he has everything. My family and I had a great experience and definitely looking forward to getting the house for the summer again:)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya B.

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

Wedding

It is a beautiful house and property. We had a small issue on first day but Kevin took care of it so quick that everything went wonderful! We will and are going to book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kevin Nguyen

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MEET YOUR HOSTS:
Our business philosophy: Hosting is not just about money and rules, it is about CREATING GOOD MEMORIES to OUR GUESTS.
NO EXTRA FEE FOR WEDDING OR ANY EVENT.

Why they chose this property

Blue Marlin has the largest parking lot in Bolivar peninsular, very unique beachy design, convenient location, unbeatable beach view, ideal for any event wedding, birthday, anniversary, family gatherings, reunion, church retreat etc...

What makes this property unique

Unforgettable Memories at Blue Marlin.
NO EXTRA FEE FOR WEDDING OR ANY EVENT

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