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Southern Wave! Beachfront, Pet Friendly Fenced Yard, Paradise!

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Unobstructed views!
Beachfront Bliss!
Beautiful Sunsets!
Large driveway fits up to 6 vehicles comfortably.
Plenty of seating!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk Room

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Guest Room

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Southern Wave! Beachfront, Pet Friendly Fenced Yard, Paradise!

This BEACHFRONT beauty has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with a large 1200 square foot deck. It comfortably sleeps 12. The living and kitchen area are wide open with bright, unobstructed views of the ocean. The kitchen has beautiful custom wood cabinets and comes furnished with all the appliances, dishware and glassware you will need. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and large bathroom with a glass-entry shower and soaking tub. The guest room has two queen size beds with views of the ocean. The bunk room has 2 twin over full bunk beds. All rooms have flat-screen smart TV's with satellite cable. The large deck has plenty of lounge chairs. (Watching the sunrise and stargazing is our favorite thing to do) The deck is gated to keep your kids and pets safe from the stairs. The downstairs area is fully fenced and features a custom bar with ample seating and an outdoor shower. There is also a charcoal grill and fish cleaning/prep table. It is a perfect place to entertain or just hang out with the family. The yard and downstairs areas are fully fenced for the safety of children and pets. Linens and towels are provided with the house and our cleaning service keeps the place spotless! The house has both ethernet connection and WiFi. External security cameras monitor the property. Located in the heart of Crystal Beach so you are only a couple minutes from stores and restaurants. Fido doesn’t have to stay at home because we are pet friendly, with payment of the non-refundable pet fee!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Up to two small dogs allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Allowed outside and on deck
2 small pets are allowed with the $100 non-refundable pet fee. Additional pets past 2, or large pets are considered on a case by case basis.
Refunds are not given for weather events. We highly recommend purchasing traveler's insurance especially during hurricane season.
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Galveston Seawall and Fort Travis Seashore Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bolivar Peninsula, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 50 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Port of Galveston - 51 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 51 min drive - 33.7 km
  • East Beach - 57 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southern Wave! Beachfront, Pet Friendly Fenced Yard, Paradise! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Southern Wave! Beachfront, Pet Friendly Fenced Yard, Paradise!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southern Wave! Beachfront, Pet Friendly Fenced Yard, Paradise!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southern Wave! Beachfront, Pet Friendly Fenced Yard, Paradise! located?

This Crystal Beach holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Crystal Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Gilchrist Beach and Fort Travis Seashore Park. High Island Beach and Galveston Ferry Terminal are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Wonderful staycation!

Loved this house for a family/pet friendly getaway. The yard was wonderful and the private beach access was the icing on the cake. The owner is very open to communication and accommodating as long as you ask her! Parking was very easy and kitchen gadgets are plentiful. The kids AND adults loved the arcade game machine. Good luck beating those top scores!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curt B.

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

Birding getaway on Texas coast

Love the house, location, view and host. Will be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsy G.

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

Great Trip

Houses has everything you may need. Very accommodating owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Wonderful

The house is incredible, very well equipped and comfortable. We cooked in most evenings and found everything we needed to complete our meals. The owners were very responsive and clearly identified all the information about the house. We will gladly stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey P.

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

Thanksgiving get away

Great location, clean & very well stocked
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Beachfront Beauty

Southern Wave is a perfect rental for anyone who wants to be on the beach with family and friends……and family dogs. The house itself is very comfortable and welcoming. The kitchen has everything you would need. The fenced in yard is a bonus not many homes have. The “icing on the cake” was the large covered deck with plenty of seating……perfect for morning coffee and afternoon wine.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi S.

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

Beach House Escape 2025

The property is beautiful. It is right on the beach. It has a fenced in yard. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the utensils you could ever need. The beds are comfy. The wraparound porch is wonderful. It is located near a great restaurant and big store. We would stay in this home again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Paradise

Our stay was wonderful! This property is very well equipped and has a wonderful yard for furry friends. I am looking forward to my next stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Great Home and Location

Southern Wave is an excellent home on Crystal Beach. The home is clean and maintained nicely. The fenced yard and dog-friendly are an added bonus. The Wi-Fi internet works great, and there are lots of games available. If there was a complaint, it is that the DirecTv package does not include ESPN, but that isn't that big of a deal as we brought our own Apple TV with our streaming apps to watch the basketball games.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott B., Sulphur

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

Nice Relaxing Long Weekend

Beautiful and well stocked home on the beachfront. Nice enclosed yard with easy access to the beach. Would strongly recommend!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T., Houston, TX

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

Perfect house and location

This was our second summer vacation to Southern Wave. We love the property and the owners. It’s a perfect spot right on the beach. The house has all you need and the owners are super helpful and accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindi S.

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

Fantastic Vacation

We loved everything about this cabin! The beach access was fantastic. The views were incredible. The home was clean and fully stocked for all of our family needs, even the littles. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

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

Nice & relaxing getaway!

If you are looking for somewhere beach front, clean, comfy, & relaxing, this is your place! Step out on the front porch and it was like you were sitting on the beach. Zero complaints about our stay. We would stay here again! The host stayed in contact before our trip & was quick to communicate upon our arrival. Provided very clear check in & check out information.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany R.

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

Convenient and Beautiful Views

The convenience to the beach and the views from the home are spectacular. The house was nice and the owners kept us up to date on everything we needed to do. We would consider this home for a second stay in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

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

Perfect get-away

Everything you will need for a relaxing few days away from it all. We really were not ready to leave. Can’t wait for the next time…
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

WESLEY F.

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

Good stay

Other than the very large bus, and campers that pulled up right in front on the beach to kinda block our view it was great. I’d recommend staying.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

tina c.

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

GREAT location and loved that we could have our dogs with us.

Fantastic!! Only thing to mention is it would have been nice to be able to use the lift for bring up our luggage. Otherwise everything was as listed and great location. I will for sure stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hunter B., Fort Worth Tx

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

Great property with an even better view!

This property has it all! The direct access to the beach & completely fenced yard were out favorite parts. The inside was clean & equipped with everything you need for a great weekend. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Cindy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love, love, love the house and the deck.We were not pleased with the cleanliness. There was food stains and spills in the cabinets and drawers. The blenders had to be washed before using. I only say this to let you know your cleaners are not doing a good job. They just need more attention to detail. I do understand that if people put them in the cabinet dirty, the crew does not look for dirty dishes in cabinets. I do not like to complain, but if it was mine, I would want to know.I hope my husband and I can make it back again. I don’t ever have to leave the deck!! Awesome. Thank you for letting us stay there. We hope to come back!!Cindy Mott
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

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

Relax and recharge

Incredible home with private beach access. Started each morning on the porch with the sunrise. Stellar amenities and hosts are easy to communicate if anything is needed. Absolutely a favorite vacation and planning on returning!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Southern Wave

This is a great property. Beachfront. The house was furnished with everything we needed and the welcome bottle of wine was a nice surprise. It was definitely large enough for 3 adults and 3 teenagers
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky D.

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

One Beach A Year

My husband, myself, and our Boston had a wonderful stay. Not only was the house exactly what I was looking for but also the community members were welcoming. Our pup, who normally has freedom to roam at home, enjoyed the fenced in yard and the huge deck instead of having to be leased. This property was definitely large enough for many more guests, but was a lovely beach house for our short get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

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

Beautiful house/location!

Everything within human control was perfect!! Unfortunately, south Texas was hit with terrible storms and the peninsula was without power. Our host reached out to us before we even arrived and continually communicated with updates. We were very sad that power was not restored and our vacation had to be cancelled. We received a refund within days. I would highly recommend using VRBO and this host!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl J.

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

Fabulous Beach access!

This was our annual family vacation with Grandparents, and my daughter’s family. The six of us were thrilled with having beach access from the backyard gate directly to the gulf. Wonderful wraparound deck where we “seniors” could sit and watch our granddaughters activities with their parents. The kitchen has everything you need and more! We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dayna H.

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

Couldn't have been better!

I absolutely fell in love with the house and location. It was perfect, we loved the fenced yard. I travel with a service dog and a family pet and it was so nice for them to be welcome and safe. We walked to the little taqueria on the corner, found a few more great places to eat very close to the house. The beach was wonderful in this area. Overall, it is just simply a SUPERB location! We hope to be back at Southern Wave soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

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