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Inspired by the Sea - Newly Remodeled 3/2 Sleeps 8 Fenced yard - Pet Friendly

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Nice fenced in yard. Large entertainment area underneath too.
Come relax and become inspired by the sea.
Cargo lift to help with your luggage and heavy coolers.
Large living room with lots of seating. Sleeper sofa and 70” TV to Netflix binge
Large dining room to seat everyone. 2nd sleeper sofa too.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • High-speed internet
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Stingaree Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Masterbath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Inspired by the Sea - Newly Remodeled 3/2 Sleeps 8 Fenced yard - Pet Friendly

Inspired by the Sea is a newly remodeled 3/2 home with lots of elbow-room. This home is conveniently located close to everything and only a short walk to beautiful Crystal Beach. The master bedroom has a king size bed with new memory foam mattress along with a bright master bath en suit. The second and third bedrooms have queen beds. All the bedrooms have smart TV's which will allow you to connect to your Hulu, Netflix, Prime or other accounts. There are two queen sleeper sofas for additional guests. This open floor plan has a large dining area and living room. The kitchen has new granite with all the plates and accessories to prepare your beach feast.
Come and relax on the upper decks or enjoy the lower shaded entertainment area with ample seating, eating areas, grill and games. Small to medium sized dogs (up to 40 lbs.) will enjoy the fenced in yard.
You'll enjoy the fact that there is a Cargo Lift to help you get your heavy luggage and coolers up to the main floor deck.
High speed WiFi too.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Obviously, we allow responsible events at our home

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Pets

Pets allowed

Housebroken pets are allowed with the $75 pet fee

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7838990
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: Obviously, we allow responsible events at our home
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 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 near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Fort Travis Seashore Park and East End Historic District are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Bolivar Peninsula, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stingaree Marina - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 50 min drive - 39.6 km
  • Port of Galveston - 50 min drive - 38.5 km
  • Moody Gardens - 57 min drive - 46.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Inspired by the Sea - Newly Remodeled 3/2 Sleeps 8 Fenced yard - Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Inspired by the Sea - Newly Remodeled 3/2 Sleeps 8 Fenced yard - Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Inspired by the Sea - Newly Remodeled 3/2 Sleeps 8 Fenced yard - Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inspired by the Sea - Newly Remodeled 3/2 Sleeps 8 Fenced yard - Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Inspired by the Sea - Newly Remodeled 3/2 Sleeps 8 Fenced yard - Pet Friendly located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Crystal Beach and Stingaree Marina. Gilchrist Beach and High Island Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaylen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and easy experience! The place was so nice and cozy. LOVE the small details of having shampoo/conditioner/ibuprofen/lotion for those sunburns/even Qtips! All those little things you might forget to pack. Super convenient location and close to anything you might need for your beach stay. The yard was perfect for our dogs and made our trip that much more special not having to board or worry about leaving our fur babies.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

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

Best beach stay

This is our 3rd stay here so that should speak for itself! Works great for a family with just a short golf cart ride to the beach. Cant wait for the next trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy O.

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

Perfect week at the beach

Great location, everything you need on site. A short drive from the suburbs and then a short walk to the beach !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful home with everything we needed for a great visit. The house was very well stocked, compared to other rentals I've visited (toilet paper, soap, laundry detergent, paper towels, and several basics in the fridge). The downstairs area was well furnished and was a great place to relax in the evenings. Overall, it was a great experience, and we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

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

Perfection

Great location but even better hosts. Accommodating, easy, and house was stocked with everything one needs for a comfy stay. Probably one of the best VRBOs I’ve ever stayed with. Great hosts made the trip super easy and convenient!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2021
Thank you Megan. You guys were great!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

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

Awesome place, great communication!

Definitely will stay again. This place was amazing and Paul’s communication was fantastic. Everything was how he described and he made us feel so at home. I highly recommend this place to everyone looking to visit the beach. Will be letting friends and family know this is the place to be!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SARAH D.

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

Beautiful home away

Enjoyed all the amenities and the host was amazing- God fearing hosts - this made our atmosphere and the tone of the home and stay sooo worth while for us- there is so much peace & joy in this home - we laughed and played - enjoyed our time so much!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge L.

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

Amazing!

This was by far our best experience in Crystal Beach. The service was beyond great. The attention to detail by the owner is impecable. Highly recommend this home you will enjoy every moment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2020
Thank you Jorge. We look forward to your family's return in the future. God bless.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah G.

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

Birthday weekend

We enjoyed our stay. It was a very nice place, laid out nice, big, stocked with everything you need. The owners communicated good and was very nice. We will definitely want to go back. It was close to beach and everything. The downstairs was awesome and nice and the fence was great for the dogs. High recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

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

Second time. Great experience

This was our second stay. Will definitely stay again if our family size will fit. 5 adults this time and all were very comfortable. Kitchen and baths had everything we needed and then a lot more. Rent a golf cart (no matter where you stay) to just make it easier. Very clean. Lots of sofas. Book this one!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abbie A.

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

Perfect Getaway

This was such an amazing and beautiful home! Perfect for a family with children and our little dog! Close to the beach, about a 5 minute walk, and was fully equip with everything we needed. Only a couple minute drive to the local supermarket and restaurants to eat at. We really enjoyed both the top deck and downstairs outside area. Paul was an amazing host and made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. The beach was amazing and never too crowded. It made for a great birthday weekend, and we would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AMY M.

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

Girl’s getaway

This is the second time to stay at this cabin. Very clean and bright. So many windows! The owners are so nice. We’ve stayed at a lot of VRBO’s and they are hands down the best and easiest to communicate with. Unless you want a house on the beach, I would recommend staying here. Ladies, it’s close to a cute boutique too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivan Z.

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

Fantastic experience

In general our experience was fantastic, communication with the host was very good, house was clean, and you can tell the host truly cares about the tenants. We visited as a family of 7 and had ample space, the photograph make this home looks small as it is much bigger once there. Beach is a short walk away, golf cart rentals are a block away, gas station is near by, the grocery store is a few minutes out; in short the location is optimal. Don’t hesitate you will love it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danette B.

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

Lovely home

Lovely home, owner is awesome! You have a short walk to the beach about 1/2 mile. Although we had a golf cart. The home is very prepared with everything and then some. Wish I would’ve known, I could’ve packed lighter. Having the lift helped a lot with our luggage and ice chests. Paul & Terri: Thank you 🌻
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lilah M.

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

Happy House

The house is beautiful. It’s obvious the owners took some time to properly decorate the house. We really felt at ease and comfortable during our stay. We had our very young children with us and our daughters favorite part of staying at the house was all the blue paint! She took a picture of it to remember it forever lol it’s close to the beach and close to a restaurant I believe it was called StingARees which was the it place on Boliver. I suggest renting a golf cart to make going back and forth to the beach fun and easy! I hope we can come back and stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr. V.

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

Couldn't ask for more! Just perfect!

Paul puts a lot of thought into this property and it shows. He was very communicative and had helpful videos for most common questions. There was a lift for heavy items to get to the second floor which was very useful. All the little amenities that you could ask for at home we're there. Not many properties provide as much as we found provided on this property. Check in and check out was a breeze and all the recommendations the owner had for the area or spot on. Thank you so much for a perfect 4th of July weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer b.

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

Wonderful, relaxing experience!!!

My husband and our 4 teenagers stayed for the weekend, and we had the best, most relaxing weekend. The house was beautifully decorated, so clean, and was even better in person that what the pictures showed. We had plenty of room for us all, and we brought our dog as well. They had all the essential condiments we needed, and they had a fully stocked kitchen as far as plates, glasses, pots, pans, etc. The bed were very comfortable. The couches were inviting and comfortable as well. We highly recommend staying here. The owners provided us with excellent instructions and communication. We could not have had a better experience!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi W.

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

10/10 Recommend

I would recommend this property over and over again. Paul's communication was prompt and friendly. The location was just a short golfcart trip to the beach. We loved the huge fenced in yard, it was super secure even for my tiny 6mo. daschund puppy. The downstairs area has plentiful seating, I loved the swing. Upstairs had great balcony seating and 2 living areas in the house. The true star of this property though is how well appointed the home is. This is not a cold empty rental property. This truly felt like a home. There were spices, condiments, Tupperware containers, really anything you could need in the kitchen. There was even a junk drawer!! The beds were comfortable and the home was clean. It was one of my best vrbo experiences ever. Book your stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Perfect house, perfect stay, perfect hosts

Our stay was the week over July 4th holiday with a group of 6 adults and our small dogs. I will not be able to say enough great things about this vacation. The rental property was exquisitely maintained, cleanest I’ve seen, and very well equipped. We did not want for anything- great quality blender, kitchenware, coffee maker, good towels, extra linens, pillows, loads of little touches that make it just like home. The yard is fully fenced with was awesome for the dogs, with a great hangout area downstairs. The lift was a godsend for our luggage. It is a straight walk to the beach yet close to the highway for easy access to all the fun Bolivar Peninsula has to offer. The hosts are very communicative, helpful, and have lots of suggestions on new places to try. Loved the history book of the area and the bird watching guide too. Just amazing and would definitely stay here again/recommend to anyone! Thank you so much Paul and Terri!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany R.

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

2nd time stay

This was our second time staying at this property and once again it was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice A.

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

Weekend Stay

Absolutely Great Home Host We Awesome Very Responsive in timely manner very clean upon arrival will absolutely stay again they allow us to host a small party for my wife’s 30th birthday an it was perfect location with beach 2 minute walk
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

becky s.

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

Great place

It was very easy in all aspects of renting this property...from the booking, to getting all my questions answered about everything, the check in, the check out and all in between. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily O.

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

Nice Beach Property

Lacks for nothing. Golf cart rental was really handy. Definitely would go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent E.

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

Great getaway

This property is immaculate. Plenty of room inside. Great location. Communication with the owner was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

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

Exceeded our expectations

Perfect. Everything was great. Great host. Location is south of main road. Rented a golf cart (recommend for any Crystal Beach stay) so getting to beach with our gear was easy. House itself was even better than pics. Every pan, dish, etc was there for our use. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Paul or Terri

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Hi, we are Paul and Terri Short. We live in Spring, TX and are excited about offering you the opportunity to stay in our beach home. This is a special place to us and we hope it will be a special place to you. A place where you can recharge and enjoy friends and family.

Why they chose this property

Inspired by the Sea is pet friendly (up to a point ;) with a large fenced in yard. We have a cargo lift that will help with getting those heavy items up to the main floor. It has also been used to help guests with disabilities. The downstairs sitting and entertainment area is perfect for your get togethers and events.

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