A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Crystal Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Spa pool on site
Garage parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Crystal Beach, TX
Crystal Beach
Place, Crystal Beach
3 min walk
Galveston Seawall
Place, Galveston Seawall
51 min drive
Galveston Island Beaches
Place, Galveston Island Beaches
56 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
2nd Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3rd Bedroom
2 Single Bunk Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
2nd Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Hot Tub | Pets | Game Room | June & July Specials!
Our home is centrally located in Crystal Beach with shops and restaurants just a 2-minute drive away! Or, you can stay home and sip coffee on the back porch while listening to the sound of the waves
The trendy, fully stocked kitchen has a full coffee bar and is ready for you to enjoy a meal or drinks with friends and family
• Amazing 2nd-floor wraparound deck space with 270° views
• Hot tub, outdoor putting green & garage game room with ping pong, foosball and darts
• Gorgeous outdoor tiki bar, fire pit, hammock, deck swings and more!
**Steep April Discounts** 3 bedroom 2 bath | 1,350 Sq Ft | 3 Minute Walk to the Beach
Built in 2011, completely refurnished and refreshed in 2025. This house is great for a large family or 2 small families.
Sleeps up to 10 in 2 queen beds, 2 twin bunk beds (4 twin beds total) and 1 queen air mattress. The air mattress is best saved for kids
OUTDOOR LIVING: Large furnished covered deck with deck chairs and beach views. Downstairs has a large Tiki Bar with outdoor seating, a hot tub, patio putting green and a deck swing. The garage has been converted into a large game room that features ping pong, foosball, darts and more! The backyard has a fire pit with seating and gorgeous decorative lighting
INDOOR LIVING: 4 flat-screen Smart TVs, open layout, beautiful furnishings
KITCHEN: Large kitchen with a twelve-place bar and table seating, plastic cups and bowls for the kids, crock pot, blender, toaster, basic spices, cooking basics, ice maker, dishware, flatware, margarita glasses and wine glasses.
Includes a fully stocked coffee bar with a combo K-cup & drip coffee maker, a french press and pour-over coffee along with an assortment of fresh coffee beans, k-cups and tea
LINENS AND LAUNDRY: 1 bath towel per guest; all linens for all beds: sheets, pillows, comforters etc; kitchen towels, hand towels, washcloths, makeup cloths, 8 beach towels
Extras Provided: Starter supplies of trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner and body wash, laundry detergent. If you are staying more than three days you may need to purchase more of these extras!
Parking: Driveway (up to 4 vehicles, NO RVs). 1 covered, locked garage
GENERAL: High-Speed WiFi, 4 pm check-in, 10 am check-out
We do our best to accommodate early check-ins & late check-outs! However, if we have guests staying the night before or after your stay, we will not be able to offer an early check-in (guests the night before) or late check-out (guests the night after) so that we can clean our home for your stay
- "This Airbnb was amazing! Very clean and spacious. The beach is within walking distance which is very convenient! I would recommend staying here!" ~ Sam
- "David was a great host....The house was great and close to the beach, highly recommend!" ~ Nikki
- "Great place to stay! Cute and comfortable home. Communication was great! My family had a great time and truly enjoyed our stay!" ~ Erin
- "This place is awesome! It’s just as advertised and it looks just like the pictures. The place was clean, and quiet and has a quaint neighborhood, fun amenities, a fire pit and a bbq grill. It’s literally a 3 minute walk to the beach. We’ll definitely be back!!" ~ Sheri
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed outside only, away from doors
Quiet hours are after 9:00 pm and are strictly enforced by the HOA This is a close-knit resort community and the HOA is quick to report any violations
No parties! Please contact us before booking an event
All guests must be 25 or older with the exception of children
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2874426vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Events may be considered, please contact the host
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
About the area
Port Bolivar
Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Galveston Seawall is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Travelling with kids? Consider Texas Seaport Museum and Haunted Mayfield Manor. With kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 50 min drive - 28.9 km
Port of Galveston - 50 min drive - 28.6 km
Galveston Seawall - 51 min drive - 29.3 km
Galveston Island Beaches - 56 min drive - 34.4 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 90 min drive
Restaurants
Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - 3 min drive
Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - 4 min drive
Nauti Beaver Hut - 3 min drive
HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - 11 min walk
Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hot Tub | Pets | Game Room | June & July Specials! pet-friendly?
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 Hot Tub | Pets | Game Room | June & July Specials!?
As of 17 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hot Tub | Pets | Game Room | June & July Specials! on 8 September 2026 start from NZ$552, 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.
What time is check-in at Hot Tub | Pets | Game Room | June & July Specials!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hot Tub | Pets | Game Room | June & July Specials!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hot Tub | Pets | Game Room | June & July Specials! located?
This family-friendly Port Bolivar cottage is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Crystal Beach and nauti beaver hut. Port Bolivar Beaches and Fort Travis Seashore Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
My brother and our wife's stayed at Dave and Emily's Runaway Cottage for the better part of the week. We really enjoyed everything about this place. It was close to the beach. We also got to enjoy the hot tub in the fire pit we tried to grab as much into the week as we could. And The Runaway Cottage was awesome. We're already playing in a return trip. Thanks Dave and Emily making it easy.
Tom D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2026
Thanks for staying with us! You're welcome back anytime
We absolutely love this cabin!! We have stayed here twice now and we will definitely stay again!! It rained most of the day Friday, but it was okay because they have things to keep you entertained. We played ping pong and hung out in the hot tub. This cabin is very clean and organized and the host is quick to respond and even gives suggestions of things to do in the area. Giving this rental
The property was just as photo shown. The owners were very courteous and attentive. Always available if we had any questions. They allowed us to check in a little early which helped tremendously and was greatly appreciated. I recommend this to anyone. Very close to the beach, short walk and lots of games and fun stuff to do.
We had a fantastic summer getaway at The Runaway! The house was exactly as advertised and in a wonderful quiet neighborhood! We experienced a day of rain but didn’t mind it at all with the game room and all the amenities that kept us busy! We would definitely stay here again!
It is a very nice cabin, plenty of space for activities by the tiki bar, nice outdoor fire pit for s’mores and just lounging around. Beds are super comfortable, very pleased with my stay.
What a great place to stay. Neighbors were friendly and the beach is about a hundred yards from the front door. We had a great experience and I am currently checking dates to book our next family vacation here!
Cabin was very clean and was exactly like the listing. Lots of fun activities and had everything we needed. Everyone enjoyed themselves and we will definitely be back. Dave and Emily are great host and kept in contact throughout the whole process. I highly recommend their cabin for a nice family getaway.
Beaux M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Thanks for recommending our home! You're welcome back anytime
Very clean, cute place. Owner was very communicative!
Cindy F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2024
Thanks Clint!
About the host
Hosted by David Hickle
I love creating! Whether it's things, spaces, or experiences. My passions are food, travel, nature, and experiencing all that these things have to offer with my family. My hope is that you truly enjoy your stay in our home and have an amazing vacation experience!
Languages:
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