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šŸ–ļø <5 min walk to BEACH! Waffle Bar! Newly Renovated! 🐶 Pet friendly!ā˜€ļø

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Terrace/patio
Spacious deck with porch swings and outdoor table!
Interior
Children's area
Tiki bar! Downstairs also has a fish cleaning sink, outdoor shower, picnic table

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Crystal Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Stingaree Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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 Ā· Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet Ā· Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

šŸ–ļø <5 min walk to BEACH! Waffle Bar! Newly Renovated! 🐶 Pet friendly!ā˜€ļø

Come get away at the Surfin' Seagull vacation home!

• 5 minute walk to the beach from inside our neighborhood
• Brand new hot rub!
• Smart TV's in all the bedrooms
• Tiki bar area for grillin' and chillin'
• Spacious deck
• 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.

Property manager

Nicholas Miner
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
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
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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 and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties
Consider travel insurance. We do not reimburse for travel due to Hurricanes/Storms.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located on the waterfront, 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 Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Haunted Mayfield Manor and Galveston Railroad 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 - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stingaree Marina - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 47 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Port of Galveston - 48 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 49 min drive - 31.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is šŸ–ļø <5 min walk to BEACH! Waffle Bar! Newly Renovated! 🐶 Pet friendly!ā˜€ļø pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at šŸ–ļø <5 min walk to BEACH! Waffle Bar! Newly Renovated! 🐶 Pet friendly!ā˜€ļø?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at šŸ–ļø <5 min walk to BEACH! Waffle Bar! Newly Renovated! 🐶 Pet friendly!ā˜€ļø?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is šŸ–ļø <5 min walk to BEACH! Waffle Bar! Newly Renovated! 🐶 Pet friendly!ā˜€ļø located?

This family-friendly Port Bolivar holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Crystal Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches. Fort Travis Seashore Park is 11.8 mi (18.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey V.

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

Great spot

Very nice little spot on Crystal Beach. Grocery store less than 1 mile away, nice beach, and quick trip to the ferry.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skyler A.

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

Great location and Stay

Great property just minutes from the beach! Love the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri W.

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

Family Fun

Great location. Host quick to respond.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

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

Awesome Stay

We had an easy check in and they were super great about adding our pet last minute. Clean house with lots of amenities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Perfect birthday weekend

This cabin was perfect for our family. Having the 4 bedrooms meant each of our kids and their family had their own room. The beach toys were a big hit with the grandkids and having the wagon and chairs was a hit with the adults lol. The deck was so nice to sit outside and just visit. Celebrating my 60th birthday with all my family around was perfect.we were all very comfortable and felt at home. Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin with us!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina T.

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

Weekend trip

Checking in was our only issue
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Home away from home

We celebrated my sons 18th birthday with friends and family and this home was PERFECT for the occasion. All bed mattresses are super comfortable!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

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

Everything we could have wanted!

This place was comfortable, clean and the owners were extremely hospitable and accommodating. The washer had broken before we arrived and the owners did everything they could to get it replaced. When the replacement didn’t work, they were extremely apologetic and brought us more clean towels. Great distance to the beach, loved the deck and downstairs patio. My family really enjoyed our stay and would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Nanette D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

WAS NOT CLEAN & HAVEN'T HEARD FROM THE OWNERS

I rented Nicholas beach home for my birthday gathering. We arrived at the schedule time & the house was totally dirty. EVERY ROOM IN THE HOUSE WAS DIRTY, YES EVERY ROOM WAS DIRTY. I got in touch with Nicholas and he called over someone to clean the house. When we got back from eating dinner, the house was half clean cause the BED WAS MADE AND THE LINENS WAS NOT CHANGE, YES I MEANT THEY FIXED THE BED WITH THE SAME DIRTY LINENS. THERE WERE HAIRS IN 2 BEDS, CHIPS IN THE BED, PEE OR WHATEVER IT WAS ON THE SHEETS & BEDSPREADS. WE STARTED WASHING ALL THE LINENS. THE REFRIGERATOR HAD FOOD LEFT INSIDE & WAS NOT WIPED CLEAN. I haven't heard from him, but I will NOT stop until I get my money back. I am taking him to court & will put a lien on his property. TRUST & BELIEVE I AM TELLING A 100% TRUT
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

christina m., Cypress TX

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

Family Quality Time

This home was perfect for my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!!!!

Super easy check in. It has everything that you could possibly need. Great location and easy access to the beach. Owners communication was great. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

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

House is great!

This house is perfect weather it be for work or family vacation. Our stay was for work. This house is super nice, and we will rent again when it is available on our next trip down. Nicholas Miner was great with communicating. If you have a question or need something all you have to do is call Nicholas and he will get what you need or answer your question.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josephine B.

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

Labor Day Weekend

The house was very nice, loved the are it was located, very clean efficient. Had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angelane B.

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

Beautiful

We enjoyed our stay! It was a our first time at Crystal Beach everything was exactly as described!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Donna W.

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

Great Family Trip

We had a wonderful time… owners were quick to respond throughout the the entire process.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy N.

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

Family vacation

We had such a great time! The directions were easy to use and the house was just right for us! We had all we needed! The host checked on us to make sure we were comfortable and it was really appreciated! We look forward to next time! Thank you! It certainly was our home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Debra S.

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

Family vacation

The property was good however there were a few things that were not so good. First the house sleeps 14 with parking for 2 cars, not a good thing for a family that has 6 vehicles. Second there are no closets to hang clothes or store suitcases and bags out if the way. The bedrooms were very small so we had to store things along the walls in the main living area. The internet was horrible so we were unable to stream live TV. We also had teens so they were not able to use their devices my daughter needed to use her work computer for a half day of work and was unable to do that. Overall the house was ok but I don’t think I will rent in this area again due to the houses being so close nothing against the home owner just not our type of neighborhood. The owner was very attentive in making sure everything was ok. The stay was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

Nice getaway!

The house had plenty of blankets, towels, and kitchen tools. It was clean and the layout was convenient for our needs. Parking permit for the beach could be easily nabbed at the "Big Store" and the short distance between the house and the beach made running back up to the house simple. I loved the twin porch swings on the deck--super cute! Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark L., Camden, USA

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

Great Location

We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kallie P.

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

Great rental property

We enjoyed staying at this rental property! We will definitely be going back and booking there if it’s available! We had everything we needed there, and it was in a good/family friendly neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W., Tennessee Colony Texas

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

Absolutely loved this home!! Perfect for a family vacation home to make some wonderful memories

We stayed at 958 seagull palm and it was by far the best beach house we’ve ever stayed in it was gorgeous spacious fully furnished and even had a baby bed for my youngest granddaughter! Bathrooms included a shampoo conditioner and body wash dispenser in both showers it was a beautiful house close to the beach and in a quiet neighborhood and had smart tvs in every room best vacation home we’ve ever stayed in!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susanna H., Cleveland, Texas

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

Perfect and peaceful stay

This place was perfect for our little group get away. A nice short walk to the beach. It was the perfect size for us and our little mini retreat for some girl time. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and necessary appliances. There were plenty of bath and beach towels. The beds were very comfortable with the memory foam mattresses. We all enjoyed our stay. Thank you for hosting us. If you choose to stay here, you have been prayed over by our group. ā¤
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trisha G.

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

Wonderful Trip

I stayed here with my family of all ages and we truly had an amazing time. It was cold several days and we loved the fire pit and benches in the backyard. We made smores on the cold days. The porch swings were also extremely nice and relaxing. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nicholas Miner

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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

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests