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1/2 Mi to Gulf: Family Home in Crystal Beach!
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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 680.3 sq m
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Crystal Beach, TX
- Place, Crystal Beach5 min walk
- Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal47 min drive
- Place, Galveston Seawall48 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
1/2 Mi to Gulf: Family Home in Crystal Beach!
Have you been missing the feeling of sand between your toes or the soothing sounds of the ocean in the evening? Then gather your loved ones and hurry to this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental in Crystal Beach! The home is beautifully furnished with coastal decor and colorful accents, along with multiple outdoor seating options to admire the sunset from. If you’re feeling adventurous, take the ferry to Galveston Island for a day of family fun and explore Pleasure Pier or Moody Gardens!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Near Local Dining & Stores | Easy Access to Crystal Beach | Free WiFi | New Floor
Whether you’re looking for the perfect place to beat the Texas heat with a few friends or seeking a memorable family vacation on the coast, this bright and tastefully decorated cottage is the ideal place to stay!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: 2 Twin Rollaway Beds, Pack 'n Play
OUTDOOR SPACE: Deck, outdoor dining, charcoal grill
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ Roku connection, DVD player, board games, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Well-equipped w/ cooking basics, dishware/flatware, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee pot, microwave
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning/heating, hair dryer, iron/board, laundry detergent
FAQ: Stairs required for access, 4 exterior security cameras (facing outward)
PARKING: Gravel driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
SAND & SUN: Crystal Beach (0.3 miles), Ramada Beach (2.6 miles), Bolivar Flats (8.9 miles), Stewart Beach - requires ferry (16.0 miles), High Island Beach (16.0 miles)
NATURE PRESERVES: Horseshoe March Bird Sanctuary (11.0 miles), Boy Scout Woods Sanctuary (17.1 miles), Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary (17.5 miles), Smith Oaks Sanctuary (17.7 miles), Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge (38.9 miles), Sea Rim State Park (83.8 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Bolivar Peninsula Tourism and Visitors Center (0.7 miles), Gregory Park (0.9 miles), Fort Travis Park (10.7 miles), Bolivar Side Ferry Landing (11.8 miles)
GALVESTON ISLAND (requires a ferry at Port Bolivar - 26.3 miles): Galveston Seawall, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Moody Gardens, Galveston Island State Park
AIRPORT: Scholes International Airport (22.8 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed due to the owner’s severe allergies. Please include any questions regarding ADA-certified service animals prior to booking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Campers or RVs are not allowed to be parked at this home due to HOA rules
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Do not park on the grass
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras. 1 camera faces the driveway, 1 camera faces the front stairs, 1 faces the deck, and 1 faces the garage. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
-- THE PROPERTY --
Near Local Dining & Stores | Easy Access to Crystal Beach | Free WiFi | New Floor
Whether you’re looking for the perfect place to beat the Texas heat with a few friends or seeking a memorable family vacation on the coast, this bright and tastefully decorated cottage is the ideal place to stay!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: 2 Twin Rollaway Beds, Pack 'n Play
OUTDOOR SPACE: Deck, outdoor dining, charcoal grill
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ Roku connection, DVD player, board games, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Well-equipped w/ cooking basics, dishware/flatware, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee pot, microwave
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning/heating, hair dryer, iron/board, laundry detergent
FAQ: Stairs required for access, 4 exterior security cameras (facing outward)
PARKING: Gravel driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
SAND & SUN: Crystal Beach (0.3 miles), Ramada Beach (2.6 miles), Bolivar Flats (8.9 miles), Stewart Beach - requires ferry (16.0 miles), High Island Beach (16.0 miles)
NATURE PRESERVES: Horseshoe March Bird Sanctuary (11.0 miles), Boy Scout Woods Sanctuary (17.1 miles), Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary (17.5 miles), Smith Oaks Sanctuary (17.7 miles), Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge (38.9 miles), Sea Rim State Park (83.8 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Bolivar Peninsula Tourism and Visitors Center (0.7 miles), Gregory Park (0.9 miles), Fort Travis Park (10.7 miles), Bolivar Side Ferry Landing (11.8 miles)
GALVESTON ISLAND (requires a ferry at Port Bolivar - 26.3 miles): Galveston Seawall, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, Moody Gardens, Galveston Island State Park
AIRPORT: Scholes International Airport (22.8 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed due to the owner’s severe allergies. Please include any questions regarding ADA-certified service animals prior to booking
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Campers or RVs are not allowed to be parked at this home due to HOA rules
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Do not park on the grass
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras. 1 camera faces the driveway, 1 camera faces the front stairs, 1 faces the deck, and 1 faces the garage. They do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Port Bolivar
Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, is home to this cottage. Galveston Seawall and Fort Travis Seashore Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum. Haunted Mayfield Manor and Galveston Railroad Museum are also worth visiting.

Crystal Beach, TX
What's nearby
- Crystal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 47 min drive - 34.1 km
- Galveston Seawall - 48 min drive - 35.6 km
- Port of Galveston - 48 min drive - 34.5 km
- Galveston Island Beaches - 53 min drive - 40.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - 5 min drive
- Nauti Beaver Hut - 2 min drive
- Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - 14 min walk
- HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - 4 min drive
- Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 6 min drive
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Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
19 May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Whitney F.
16 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property & stay!
Whitney F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stoney m.
12 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Trip
Stoney m.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Laura
28 Sept 2025
Jellyfish fun
Laura
10/10 Excellent
christina G.
10 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house, amazing location!!!
christina G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chevon R.
17 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacay
Chevon R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany W.
18 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cutest and cleanest beach cottage
Tiffany W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jackie S.
9 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Jackie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jayson V.
3 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Beach House
Jayson V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
shanna s.
4 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
shanna s.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shannon E.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Beach House
Shannon E.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Peggy B.
7 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Peggy B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Michelle M.
28 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
Michelle M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Yuritzi
3 July 2023
Pleased Stay
Yuritzi
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Dillard
7 July 2025
42nd Anniversary weekend
Dillard
10/10 Excellent
Tracy T.
14 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crabfest
Tracy T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Nancy
28 May 2024
Bolivar Pennisula
Nancy
10/10 Excellent
Larry M.
2 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
909 Palmview
Larry M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
jason
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it!
jason
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erica B.
15 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation Station !
Erica B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Brad & Christi
18 June 2024
Cute place!
Brad & Christi
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Chelsey Schroeder
6 July 2024
Fantastic Home
Chelsey Schroeder
10/10 Excellent
PHYLLIS R.
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Stat
PHYLLIS R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Trevor K.
8 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place few blocks from beach
Trevor K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Tracie
21 July 2023
Cool beach spot
Tracie
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