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Come down to the quiet side of Crystal Beach 🏖️

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A covered porch with a bench and a view of a row of houses.
A waterfront house with a covered porch and a staircase leading to the upper level.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, white cabinets, and a built-in dishwasher. There is a large window with white curtains, a television in the living area, and a sofa with striped cushions.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, wooden countertops, and a central island with stools.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crystal Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Bolivar Beaches
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Come down to the quiet side of Crystal Beach 🏖️

Relax and unwind on the quiet side of the Bolivar Peninsula at Mermaid Manor!!
This stunning three bedroom two bathroom villa is perfect for family getaways or a quiet couples trip. Gorgeous panoramic porch views and only steps away from the beach.

Indoors: This house is on stilts and only accessible by stairs. Living and kitchen area are open and full of natural light. All new furniture with a relaxing beach vibe. 65” Roku TV for streaming all your favorite shows. Your sign in will be required to use streaming services. Please remember to sign out upon check out. Guest will have access to entire house except the owner closet and pantry. These will be locked, please do not tamper with locks. Washer and dryer available ( please give your items a shake outside before using)

Bedrooms: Two bedrooms with attached bathrooms on main floor, both with king sized beds and 55” Roku TVs. Loft bedroom with full bed. ( see loft rules ) 55 inch smart tv, great for the kids to hook up any video games.

Kitchen: Fully equipped kitchen with full sized refrigerator, dishwasher, blender, toaster, coffee pot, hand mixer, cookware, dishes, eating and cooking utensils. Tea, coffee and basic spices are available for your convenience. We do provide basic cleaning supplies, ( dish soap, multi purpose cleaner, broom, mop ) two rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, one roll of paper towels and trash bags.

Outdoors: Front porch with amazing views of the Gulf and Intracoastal Waterway with seating for two. Downstairs patio with seating for meals. Charcoal grill available for use. Grill should only be used on downstairs patio, no grills are permitted on upstairs porch under any circumstances. Charcoal not provided. Outdoor shower for your convenience. Please rinse sand off before using indoor furniture. The couch does have couch covers to protect the furniture, we recommend leaving them on to prevent damage.

Amenities: The pool is OPEN!! Playground for the kiddos!! Fire pit and observation deck right next to the house!! Please follow all pool rules. Children must be supervised by an adult at the pool at all times.

Loft Rules: We do not recommend children under 8 years old using the loft and all others use at your own risk. This loft has a railing but is completely open to the downstairs and is not closed off. By booking this property you are assuming the risks of using the loft. Please use caution on the stairs!!!

NO SMOKING!! Any evidence of smoking inside will result in a $500 cleaning fee.
No RV parking!! No pets without host approval.
No parties or events. All guest must be registered and 25 years of age and IDs are required.
Violations of these rules could result in you being asked to leave without a refund.
We do have two exterior cameras for your safety and ours.
We hope you enjoy our home away from home as much as we do!! Relax, have fun and enjoy the view!!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Just leave the beds unmade
All trash must be in a trash bag!!
Leave AC on 75
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties or events. Only registered guests. No smoking inside at all! No pets!
No grilling on top patio!!! The grill must remain on bottom patio area.
No climbing or standing on loft railing or stairs!!!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4014949vb
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 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

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, this villa is near a water park. Fort Travis Seashore Park and Pink Dolphin Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Bolivar Peninsula, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • High Island Beach - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 20 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Port Bolivar Beaches - 35 min drive - 34.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Mia’s Italian Bistro - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Come down to the quiet side of Crystal Beach 🏖️ have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Come down to the quiet side of Crystal Beach 🏖️?

As of 30 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Come down to the quiet side of Crystal Beach 🏖️ on 31 Oct 2026 start from AU$877, 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.

Is Come down to the quiet side of Crystal Beach 🏖️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Come down to the quiet side of Crystal Beach 🏖️?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Come down to the quiet side of Crystal Beach 🏖️?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Come down to the quiet side of Crystal Beach 🏖️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Come down to the quiet side of Crystal Beach 🏖️ located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this villa is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Crystal Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Gilchrist Beach. Stingaree Marina and High Island Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very comfortable and beautiful! Would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean and cozy we really enjoyed our stay. All was described and the host was very sweet and helpful. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, the house was efficiently designed and well maintained!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great and Jessica communicated clearly and was super helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Family had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay here. The house is beautiful and very clean. Lots of memories were made and we had a lot of fun. The host is amazing she is very nice and honest. Would love to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family truly enjoyed our stay here at Mermaid Manor! Host was communicative and helped by answering questions or concerns in a timely manor.Highly recommend with easy access to the beach it was the perfect spot
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time here! Very nice home and a short walk to the beach. The house had everything we needed. Thank you for sharing your home w us!! We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was well-maintained, and we had everything we needed for our stay. You can see the thought-out process of putting this property together and the care that goes into it. We loved the openness of the kitchen, living area, and loft bedroom. It felt very homey, and we loved the closeness we felt while staying there. The beach is close by, and the entire property is very quiet and out of the way. Thank you, Jessica, for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay.

We would absolutely stay here again. The house was very close to the beach and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mermaid Manor had everything we needed for a great family getaway and communication leading up to our stay was excellent. It's a brand new, beautiful, clean house that had plenty of room for the four of us. The beach was a short walk away. The kids enjoyed hours of playing in the sand and surf, and they also enjoyed the pool too. The kitchen was well equipped, and there's an ocean view from the balcony. Thanks for a great trip and great memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

We had a blast! Everything was perfect! Great location and the pool and playground were perfect for my girls!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time on our family vacation. Any issues we had the owners were quick to respond and fix. Very nice place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Rental was nice and well stocked, but had shower gel in cubby floor that was sticky. Home was quite a way from any other family friendly activities or eateries.. other than the beach, and a small playground/pool area. Weather was cool for part of our stay so that made it more of an issue. Took the ferry to Galveston Beach for more to do, but while this is fun and has ocean/dolphin views, the wait time could be alot. Kids loved the loft bedroom and unique stairs!
Sunrise from deck chair
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4th of July long weekend

The house and location were perfect. Short walk to the beach and could view the ocean from the deck. Very happy with our stay and the owners are very nice and quick to respond. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Thank you 😊 We appreciate your patience with the AC!! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick Getaway

Perfect house for a quick getaway. Clean and close to beach. Very cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Thank you for staying with us! Please come back anytime!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great time and overall experience from start to finish. Quiet community/villa, the beach was well within walking distance of the house, with a very minimal crowd on the beach. The house was very cozy and well maintained. Definitely plan to hopefully make this a summertime tradition!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
We hope to see you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas at the Beach

We had a really enjoyable time at this property. Everything was very clean and nice. Communication with property owners was excellent and they went above and beyond to ensure our safety and comfort. Would recommend this beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2025
We would love to have you back!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location - Nice New Property

Property is in a new development, easy distance to the beach assess. Owners were very helpful for any items during stay. Responded quickly,
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family beach trip

Nice house in a nice well maintained neighborhood. Very easy access to the beach. The pool was great for the days we couldnt go to the beach because of the hurricane. Our host was great, very quick to resopnd and helpfull.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls Trip

This was the perfect house for a quick girls trip! The host was very friendly & accommodating. The house was very clean & had everything we needed + was super cute!! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

All the little things….

All the little things about this property, made it an amazing stay for our girls trip! It was beautifully decorated, extremely clean and located away from all of the wild beach goers. We loved everything about it and look forward to coming back on a future visit. We had one issue with the key and the front door lock, but the host was quick to come by and get it fixed for us. We appreciated the quick response!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

The house was super cute and clean. Very well stocked! Owner was quick to respond and allowed for an early check in. We were VERY happy with the house itself! I was wishing for blinds in the bedrooms at night. Beds were super comfy though, as was the couch!Only complaint is the water source next to the house (a pool maybe?) was gross and green.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect birthday trip!

My boyfriend and I have birthdays very close together so we booked the house along with some friends to have a little birthday getaway. The house is located about a block from the beach, within walking distance. It was very clean, the couch and beds were very comfortable. The kitchen had every dish you could need to cook with, and some basic food items such as spices and cooking spray etc. Plenty of seating. The outdoor shower was so wonderful for finsing off after the beach! 10/10 will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mindy Canter & Jessica Pierce

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We at a mother daughter team that love to travel!! Our goal is to make your vacation as relaxing and enjoyable as possible.

Why they chose this property

We picked Mermaid Manor for the beautiful view and the neighborhood amenities.
The panoramic views from the porch will have you relaxed in no time!!

What makes this property unique

The location of this property makes it very special!!
Lots of shell and sea glass hunting on the beach! Only a mile from the new peer at Rollover Pass and the Yacht Basin for fishing! And the views are amazing

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