Soak up the sun and enjoy the waves in this kid friendly Beach retreat. Enjoy the large porch and a very short walk to a family friendly beach. When the sun goes down enjoy star filled skies with occasional nightly fireworks or cozy up by the indoor fireplace and stream your favorite movie or shows on 1 of the 3 Roku streaming televisions. Kids will enjoy the large collection of dvds, books, puzzles, and games. Great place to unwind and get some much needed family time.
- Sleeps 10 in beds: 1 king, 1 queen size, 6 twins, plus 2 to 4 additional on couch - Linens included - Beach access road on both sides, short walk to the beach - Fully enclosed outdoor shower - plenty of outdoor seating with both a gas and a wood fire pit Hanging full size bed and a bar for entertaining - Charcoal BBQ grill - stainless steel appliances, flex brew coffee pot, microwave, blender, Crock-Pot, and toaster - Fully equipped kitchen for up to 16 guests - Nonbreakable dinnerware for children - Indoor games - Outdoor games - 4 smart TV's and with Blue Ray player - Extensive movie collection including kid movies - Dual walk in shower - Walk-in master closet - Full size washer and dryer - Large sectional that can be arranged for sleeping - Electric Fireplace
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Property # 1365265vb
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
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 near a water park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Beach and East Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider nauti beaver hut and Grand Galvez. With snorkelling, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Family/pet friendly Beach retreat, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, sleeps 10-12?
As of 5 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family/pet friendly Beach retreat, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, sleeps 10-12 on 19 October 2026 start from NZ$1,110, 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 Family/pet friendly Beach retreat, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, sleeps 10-12?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family/pet friendly Beach retreat, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, sleeps 10-12?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family/pet friendly Beach retreat, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, sleeps 10-12?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Family/pet friendly Beach retreat, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, sleeps 10-12 located?
Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Crystal Beach and nauti beaver hut. Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had an amazing 4th of July Weekend spent here! Its close location to the beach allowed us to go back and forth for meals, breaks, etc. We visit Crystal Beach multiple times a year and have stayed in a few different houses but we sure did love this one!
Great house for a group of 10! We enjoyed the downstairs hangout area and the upper-deck. Not too far from beach, perfect if you have a golf cart. Will definitely book again when we come back
We love the close proximity to the beach. My daughter and I were able to take our dog for a quick walk to the beach each morning and watch the fireworks at night. There was little traffic on the road by the house which was nice especially in June and being so close to restaurants and stores. The host was easy to work with quick responses. House was relaxing and well equipped with blankets/towels. My kids also enjoyed the vast selection of games that were provided.
Really enjoyed our stay here. My kids LOVED the array of games available to them. Property was very clean when we arrived and whenever I had questions the owners were very quick with a response. Super nice as well!
Brandi H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2026
So glad you all enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking great care of it. You are welcome back anytime.
Jessica was very responsive and kind! House was perfect…beautiful, great space and LOTS of games for family fun! Would recommend and will be back! Thank you!
We had such a relaxing time. Great location. Couches and bean bag (which was my favorite nap place) was so comfy.
Great place to stay, exactly what we needed.
The house and host were both amazing! Everyone was impressed by the size of the house and also the closeness of the beach! It was so convenient having the beach a minute away. Would definitely stay here again!
Evelyn G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
So glad you all enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking good care of our happy place y'all are welcome back anytime.
The house has a perfect hangout spot under the house with a porch swing, couch, and swing bed. The neighborhood has beach access and is also close to the Big Store.
Jessica W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Thank you for the great review. Thank you for taking great care of the house. Y'all are welcome back anytime 😁
Was our 2nd year in a row to stay at this property, and once again it was very pleasant.
Lawrence G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2020
So glad you all had another great stay. Thanks for taking such great care of our place. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Giovanni R.
2 May 2019
Great!
The stay here was fantastic! Highly recommended.
Giovanni R.
About the host
Hosted by Jessica Farnham
Why they chose this property
I remember coming to Crystal Beach every Summer as a teen. I feel so blessed to own a little piece of it to share the same memories with our 6 children.