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The Crab Shack. 360 degree views of Gulf and Bay. Pickleball! Across from beach!

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A wooden deck with a white railing, a coffee mug, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A living room with a flat-screen TV on a white cabinet, a patterned rug, and two grey armchairs.
A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.
A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a variety of cookware and kitchenware on shelves.
A wooden shower enclosure with a showerhead and hose.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand

    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Crystal Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area

About this property

The Crab Shack. 360 degree views of Gulf and Bay. Pickleball! Across from beach!

This cozy 2-1 beach cottage has views ofthe Gulf, Intracoastal Waterway, and sunsets over the East Bay! Coastal breezes, shade, or sun- your choice and all of it is a 3-minute stroll across to the beach. Pickleball court,Cornhole, Giant Jenga! Circular drive, plenty of parking for your boat! Wide open spaces-Almost 1/2 an acre with over 360 acres of Houston Audubon property behind the house. Gilchrist endof Bolivar Peninsula means easy access to Crystal Beach without the Crystal Beach crowds.

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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

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4445459vb
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

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located in Port Bolivar, this cottage is near a water park and by the sea. Fort Travis Seashore Park and Pink Dolphin Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Bolivar Peninsula, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • High Island Beach - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 14 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Port Bolivar Beaches - 41 min drive - 38.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Mia’s Italian Bistro - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Crab Shack. 360 degree views of Gulf and Bay. Pickleball! Across from beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Crab Shack. 360 degree views of Gulf and Bay. Pickleball! Across from beach!?

As of 14 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Crab Shack. 360 degree views of Gulf and Bay. Pickleball! Across from beach! on 22 Sept 2026 start from AU$751, 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 The Crab Shack. 360 degree views of Gulf and Bay. Pickleball! Across from beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Crab Shack. 360 degree views of Gulf and Bay. Pickleball! Across from beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Crab Shack. 360 degree views of Gulf and Bay. Pickleball! Across from beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Crab Shack. 360 degree views of Gulf and Bay. Pickleball! Across from beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Gilchrist Beach and Crystal Beach. High Island Beach and Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Donna Barnes Anthony

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As life long Texans, our family has always enjoyed the Texas Coast. We love being able to share this with other families and hope they will make as many wonderful memories here as we have.

Why they chose this property

The Gilchrist end of Bolivar is quiet with easy access to Crystal Beach and Galveston.

What makes this property unique

In beach communities, houses often sit right next to one another. Our cottage sits on almost half an acre and is surrounded by open land. It is right across from the beach and has unobstructed views of the Gulf.

Languages:

English

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