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๐๏ธ <5 min walk to BEACH! Waffle Bar! Newly Renovated! ๐ถ Pet friendly!โ๏ธ
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14
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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
- Place, Crystal Beachโช5 min walkโฌ
- Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminalโช49 min driveโฌ
- Place, Galveston Seawallโช50 min driveโฌ
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Double Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet ยท Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet ยท Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
๐๏ธ <5 min walk to BEACH! Waffle Bar! Newly Renovated! ๐ถ Pet friendly!โ๏ธ
Come get away at the Surfin' Seagull vacation home!
โข 5 minute walk to the beach from inside our neighborhood
โข Brand new hot rub!
โข Smart TV's in all the bedrooms
โข Tiki bar area for grillin' and chillin'
โข Spacious deck
โข Pet friendly! Fee applies. See below for details.
Charming, newly renovated 4 bed/2 bath home in the center of Crystal Beach. The Big Store is just around the corner and has everything you need. You can also drive your car right onto the beach. Come stay in our ultimate Texas beach retreat!
This vacation home has 4 bedrooms and sleeps up to 14 guests:
Bedroom #1- 1 King bed (sleeps 2), dresser, smart TV
Bedroom #2- 1 Queen bed (sleeps 2), dresser, smart TV
Bedroom #3- 2 Full-sized beds (sleeps 4), dresser, smart TV
Bedroom #4- 2 Twin-over-Full bunk beds (sleeps 6, no adults on top bunks), dresser, smart TV. We also have a Pack 'n Play available.
**ALL brand-new memory foam mattresses! No squeaky coils here! **
BATHROOMS:
Bathroom #1- Shower, toilet, sink, washing machine and dryer
Bathroom #2- Shower, toilet, sink
Outdoor shower to wash off sand.
KITCHEN:
The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need! Includes dishwasher, both drip coffee maker and Keurig coffee maker, slow cooker, rice cooker, toaster, blender, knife set, stock pot, roasting pans, cooking utensils, pots and pans, eating utensils, bowls, plates, dinner glasses, wine glasses, cutting boards, serving bowls, spices, nondairy coffee creamer, sugar, Splenda. Dining table can seat up to 8, with 4 additional seats at the bar. Highchair and children's plates+bowls+cups+utensils included.
LIVING AREA:
Comfy couch and loveseat as well as other seating. Large smart TV where you can log in to all your favorite streaming services from home. Assortment of DVD's also available for use. We have a collection of board games and other family games in the TV console.
PARKING:
The private driveway can fit at least 2 vehicles.
OUTSIDE:
Upstairs: The newly painted deck is your perfect space to relax on the porch swings and feel the ocean breeze. There are also lounge chairs and a picnic table.
Downstairs: There is another picnic table, tiki bar, hammock, fire pit and chairs, yard games, and a charcoal grill. Bring your own charcoal supplies. There is an outdoor shower for guests to use to wash off sand after coming home from the beach- washing off sand indoors will damage our septic system.
GENERAL:
Amenities include WIFI, central air conditioning, first aid kit, bed linens, bath towels, beach towels, hair dryers, trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent.
PETS: A $200 pet fee applies. See below for details on adding pets to the reservation.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
**All guests must be over the age of 25. Children must be accompanied by their parent/guardian at all times.
**PETS: A $200 pet fee applies. Please add the number of pets you are bringing under the guest section when booking. We have a two pet maximum, no more than 50lbs. Owners are responsible for the pet(s) including any damages, waste and hair left in property. Pets are not allowed on any furniture. Pets should not be left unsupervised.
**Parties are NOT allowed.
**We recommend you obtain travel insurance from a reputable company, in case of weather events or any other reason you may need to cancel. There is an active hurricane season forecasted.
**There is a $10 permit to park on the beach. You can obtain this from any of the local stores.
**All our TV's are "smart" TVs. You can log in to your favorite streaming services from home, so remember to bring your passwords. We do not provide cable TV.
**During the summer, mosquitoes are present. We recommend bringing mosquito repellent.
โข 5 minute walk to the beach from inside our neighborhood
โข Brand new hot rub!
โข Smart TV's in all the bedrooms
โข Tiki bar area for grillin' and chillin'
โข Spacious deck
โข Pet friendly! Fee applies. See below for details.
Charming, newly renovated 4 bed/2 bath home in the center of Crystal Beach. The Big Store is just around the corner and has everything you need. You can also drive your car right onto the beach. Come stay in our ultimate Texas beach retreat!
This vacation home has 4 bedrooms and sleeps up to 14 guests:
Bedroom #1- 1 King bed (sleeps 2), dresser, smart TV
Bedroom #2- 1 Queen bed (sleeps 2), dresser, smart TV
Bedroom #3- 2 Full-sized beds (sleeps 4), dresser, smart TV
Bedroom #4- 2 Twin-over-Full bunk beds (sleeps 6, no adults on top bunks), dresser, smart TV. We also have a Pack 'n Play available.
**ALL brand-new memory foam mattresses! No squeaky coils here! **
BATHROOMS:
Bathroom #1- Shower, toilet, sink, washing machine and dryer
Bathroom #2- Shower, toilet, sink
Outdoor shower to wash off sand.
KITCHEN:
The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need! Includes dishwasher, both drip coffee maker and Keurig coffee maker, slow cooker, rice cooker, toaster, blender, knife set, stock pot, roasting pans, cooking utensils, pots and pans, eating utensils, bowls, plates, dinner glasses, wine glasses, cutting boards, serving bowls, spices, nondairy coffee creamer, sugar, Splenda. Dining table can seat up to 8, with 4 additional seats at the bar. Highchair and children's plates+bowls+cups+utensils included.
LIVING AREA:
Comfy couch and loveseat as well as other seating. Large smart TV where you can log in to all your favorite streaming services from home. Assortment of DVD's also available for use. We have a collection of board games and other family games in the TV console.
PARKING:
The private driveway can fit at least 2 vehicles.
OUTSIDE:
Upstairs: The newly painted deck is your perfect space to relax on the porch swings and feel the ocean breeze. There are also lounge chairs and a picnic table.
Downstairs: There is another picnic table, tiki bar, hammock, fire pit and chairs, yard games, and a charcoal grill. Bring your own charcoal supplies. There is an outdoor shower for guests to use to wash off sand after coming home from the beach- washing off sand indoors will damage our septic system.
GENERAL:
Amenities include WIFI, central air conditioning, first aid kit, bed linens, bath towels, beach towels, hair dryers, trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent.
PETS: A $200 pet fee applies. See below for details on adding pets to the reservation.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
**All guests must be over the age of 25. Children must be accompanied by their parent/guardian at all times.
**PETS: A $200 pet fee applies. Please add the number of pets you are bringing under the guest section when booking. We have a two pet maximum, no more than 50lbs. Owners are responsible for the pet(s) including any damages, waste and hair left in property. Pets are not allowed on any furniture. Pets should not be left unsupervised.
**Parties are NOT allowed.
**We recommend you obtain travel insurance from a reputable company, in case of weather events or any other reason you may need to cancel. There is an active hurricane season forecasted.
**There is a $10 permit to park on the beach. You can obtain this from any of the local stores.
**All our TV's are "smart" TVs. You can log in to your favorite streaming services from home, so remember to bring your passwords. We do not provide cable TV.
**During the summer, mosquitoes are present. We recommend bringing mosquito repellent.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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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 0โ17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Port Bolivar
Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. 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 Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Texas Seaport Museum and Haunted Mayfield Manor. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bolivar Peninsula, TX
What's nearby
- Crystal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 49 min drive - 37.0 km
- Galveston Seawall - 50 min drive - 38.5 km
- Port of Galveston - 50 min drive - 37.4 km
- Galveston Island Beaches - 55 min drive - 42.9 km
Restaurants
- โชCamp Margaritaville RV Resort - โฌ7 min drive
- โชNauti Beaver Hut - โฌ3 min drive
- โชTia Juanitaโs Fish Camp - โฌ2 min drive
- โชHardHeads Icehouse & Grill - โฌ5 min drive
- โชStingaree Restaurant & Bar - โฌ4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
4 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dean T.
12 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dean T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elsa
30 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Elsa
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim A.
22 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Skyler A.
6 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and Stay
Skyler A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey V.
25 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Jeffrey V.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amber M.
18 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay
Amber M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sherri W.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
Sherri W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Linda S.
11 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Linda S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gina T.
5 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend trip
Gina T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Trisha G.
21 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Trip
Trisha G.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa F.
18 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Lisa F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim S.
16 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect birthday weekend
Kim S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Valerie S.
26 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we could have wanted!
Valerie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Nanette D.
2 February 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
WAS NOT CLEAN & HAVEN'T HEARD FROM THE OWNERS
Nanette D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
christina m.
14 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Quality Time
christina m.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily L.
7 November 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!!!!
Emily L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin S.
23 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is great!
Kevin S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Josephine B.
6 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor Day Weekend
Josephine B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angelane B.
21 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Angelane B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Donna W.
25 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Trip
Donna W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandy N.
14 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Sandy N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Debra S.
7 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Debra S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashley C.
20 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway!
Ashley C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark L.
8 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Mark L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
About the host
Hosted by Nicholas Miner
My wife and I love traveling the world- meeting new people, exploring different cultures, and most importantly eating new food.
Why they chose this property
This property is nestled in the quiet and neighborly Holiday Beach subdivision with quick access to the beach and warm welcome from the neighbors. You will also have very quick access to the "Big Store" where you can get most of your groceries and just about anything you could need.
What makes this property unique
Close to everything and centrally located on the peninsula. Close to the "Big Store" and a quick drive to the ferry.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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