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Steps to Shore: Family Retreat in Crystal Beach!

Holiday home in Port Bolivar with kitchen and patio

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Crystal Beach Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 1,528 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Exterior | Self Check-In | Beach Access On-Site
Property Overview | 20 Mi to Downtown Galveston
Interior | Single-Story House | In-Unit Laundry
Kitchen | Keurig & Drip Coffee Makers | Blender | Toaster | Cooking Basics

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12142.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Crystal Beach, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Stingaree Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Steps to Shore: Family Retreat in Crystal Beach!

Deck w/ Gulf View | Direct Beach Access | Fenced-In Yard

Wake up to the sound of waves when you stay at this Crystal Beach vacation rental! ‘Just Beachy’ is a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath house with an unbeatable setting just steps away from beautiful Texas shores. Relax in the sand, embark on a fishing trip, or take the ferry to see iconic Galveston sights like the Pleasure Pier. Then, return home to enjoy a drink on the furnished deck. Don’t miss out — book your serene beachside escape today!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bunk bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 bunk beds (twin/queen)

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs
- Board games
- Dining table, bar seating

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Furnished deck, gulf view
- Outdoor dining
- Covered patio
- Beach toys

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher
- Keurig & drip coffee makers (coffee provided)
- Toaster, blender
- Dishware & flatware, cooking basics

GENERAL
- Keyless entry, self check-in, free WiFi
- Washer & dryer, trash bags/paper towels
- Towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans

FAQ
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM)
- 6 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story house
- Exterior staircase required to access

PARKING
- Driveway (4 vehicles)
- EV charger on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

- Beach access on-site
- 20 miles to Downtown Galveston, the Strand
- 20 miles to Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
- 13 miles to Fort Travis Park
- 25 miles to Moody Gardens
- 100 miles to George Bush Intercontinental Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID will be required upon check-in to verify that the name matches that on the reservation
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story house requires using an exterior staircase to access
- Your safety matters. This property features 6 exterior security cameras located on the deck and patio facing the main entrance, surrounding yards, and driveway. These cameras do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras continuously record video

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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
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. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary and Texas Seaport Museum. Haunted Mayfield Manor and Galveston Railroad Museum are also worth visiting.
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Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stingaree Marina - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 50 min drive - 38.9 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 51 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Port of Galveston - 51 min drive - 39.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬8 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 - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Shore: Family Retreat in Crystal Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Steps to Shore: Family Retreat in Crystal Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Shore: Family Retreat in Crystal Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Shore: Family Retreat in Crystal Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Shore: Family Retreat in Crystal Beach! 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

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property just feet from the beach! House is large and very modern with a nice hang out area on the ground level. We brought of pup and he enjoyed the nice fenced in yard with St. Augustine grass.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

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

Beach house

Had a wonderful time. Property was perfect. Close to beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

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

Great Family Beach House

Excellent location and all the amenities to have a family vacation. Great hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ember S.

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

Great Getaway!

Loved staying at Just Beachy. Beautiful place to stay! Being able to see the ocean was a definite plus. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer I.

Great place to stay close to beach,stores, and restaurants

Very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah K.

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

Clean and convenient

Our family of 7 was very comfortable in the house and enjoyed the conveniently short walk to the beach! Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janie C.

Awesome beach house!

First time to Crystal Beach and we loved it. This beach house is fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy H.

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

Great Stay!

Our group loved this property! We were within walking distance to the beach & had great views from the upper deck. The kitchen was big enough for all of us & beds were comfy. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica C.

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

Fam trip

Great property, very much want to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

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

Cleanest beach house by far. Great location and very well maintained. Would definitely come back.

Awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meagan W.

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

Perfect getaway

Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krystal M.

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

Great Family Fun

Overall everything was wonderful. Kids loved how close we were to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

joe r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All in all, a decent location. Put off by some of the security lights that shone through the windows. Just blinds on the windows so difficult to keep the light out of the bedrooms at night. Having said that, we would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene V.

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

Fathers Day Trip

The house was conveniently located to the beach and was fully stocked with all our needs . The house was clean and warm! Thank you we had the best time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli K.

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

Perfect!

Listing was spot on. Great stay, would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abel L.

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

Memorial day weekend

Very clean, walking distance to the beach, friendly neighborhood, awesome experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane E.

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

Beach holiday

very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shay H.

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

Great House - Great Location

House was awesome and clean. Location to the beach was perfect. We stayed 3 nights with a few friends and we definitely want to come back here again. I highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

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

Having vacation withdrawals already!

Loved the view, closeness to the beach, the water temp and pressure of showers. Beds were comfy, house was well decorated and loved the open kitchen and living room; great for visiting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darlene P.

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

Very nice

The place was clean and a great location. Beds where very comfortable and enjoyed the easy access to the beach. Hope to do it again !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Stephen L.

Overall enjoyed our stay. New, nicely decorated place with easy access to beach

Few items would have made our stay even better: if beds were already made, only had one extra roll of TP, and we were warm at night with thermostat limitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Suanne M.

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

Great Beach House

Had an amazing time. Had ever comfort as home
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Traci M.

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

July 2023 Crystal Beach Trip

Just took a short trip with family and wanted to stay close to the beach to fish and hang out. The house was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

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

Wonderful Spot!

This has to be one of the greatest VRBO's I have stayed in. From the wonderful location, to the fully stocked kitchen, amazing house layout, and FENCED IN YARD--you never get that at a beach house. It was perfect for pets and small children. Just a short walk to the beach, and the downstairs area was great for playing games, eating together, and enjoying the sound of the waves. I highly recommend to all! We can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christi C.

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

Better than the pictures

So close to the beach and the house is even better than the pictures. We had a great time. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

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