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Beauty and the Beach™ Lighthouse - Amazing Romantic Getaway and a Wedding Venue

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Million dollar 360 views at daytime and beacon lit at nights make it so romantic
Secluded lighthouse right on the beach is an ultimate romantic getaway in Texas
Property grounds
Enjoy the views from the deck
King ocean view suite

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Crystal Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Gilchrist Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Murphy Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beauty and the Beach™ Lighthouse - Amazing Romantic Getaway and a Wedding Venue

Million dollar 360° views in the daytime and beacon lit at nights make the Beauty and the Beach™ beachfront lighthouse one of the most unique and romantic getaways in Crystal Beach and the whole state of Texas.

Living area can comfortably accommodate 8 adult or up to 14 guests using bunks and sofa beds. Huge outdoor area, 150 ft of private beachfront and no neighbors on any side make it a rare gem chosen by many for their weddings, honeymoons and anniversaries.

Lighthouse is located right on the beach with buyout lots on both sides, so you and your family will enjoy ocean and nature in a very private environment. The house is built on the wooden stilts and elevated quite well which gives you amazing views from almost any window. As a bonus it will give you a feeling of a treehouse during stronger winds.

There is a hot tub with scenic ocean view, a heated outdoor shower to rinse after beach activities and a box with beach chairs, umbrellas and other complimentary beach gear for you to use.

Using stairs is a must to get in and out of the property, but for an extra $100 per reservation fee we can grant access to an elevator (included in event fee if you book us for a wedding).

Beauty and the Beach serves also as a wedding venue for up to 200 ceremony and reception guests. Wedding package has to be paid separately at our site www.crystalbeachwedding.com.

Lighthouse beacon is programmed to turn on at dusk. You will have no access to the beacon or lighthouse maintenance room.

There is a little bedroom in the lighthouse tower. Because of the unique architecture of the tower it's a little small, but fits queen bed and enjoys the best view. It is also the warmest room in the building because tower design makes the warm air go up. If temperature is not comfortable enough, there is a back-up option to use pull-out sofas in the living room.

* Free parking outside. No access to covered garage as we keep maintenance items in there.

** Decor and furniture may change and exactly the same design is not guaranteed.

*** You must be over 25 years old to book the place. Ratio of 1 adult over 25 to every 3 guests under 25 is required. Parties not allowed. Pets are not allowed. Please keep this place clean and romantic.

**** We are on a septic, please use water only as necessary. Water heater is smaller too, so please avoid excessive showering.

***** Bugs play a significant role in the ecosystem of the Texas coast, which is distinctly different from the inland areas. Although we engage the best pest control provider on the Peninsula for regular, comprehensive services both indoors and outdoors, and also consistently apply pesticides to the lawn, we're nestled amidst vast stretches of untouched nature. Consequently, you'll likely encounter many common Texas bugs. These include but are not limited to: Mosquitoes, Fire Ants, Cockroaches, Fleas, Ticks, June Bugs, Lovebugs, Brown Recluse Spiders, Black Widow Spiders, Yellow Jackets, Honeybees, Carpenter Ants, Mites, Lone Star Ticks, Centipedes, Cabbage White Butterflies, Dragonflies, Damselflies, and Gulf Fritillary Butterflies. This location is for true nature lovers!

Property manager

Irene C.
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 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: weddings
Wedding service package has to be paid separately.
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No food in bedrooms.
No smoking of any kind or drugs.
No drunken parties.

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
Parties and events (including weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Wedding service package has to be paid separately.
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 beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. While the natural beauty of Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Stingaree Marina. 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 - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • High Island Beach - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 55 min drive - 39.6 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 56 min drive - 41.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fantasea BBQ & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Down Under-Bar and Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Comeaux's Cuisine - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Beach Boil - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beauty and the Beach™ Lighthouse - Amazing Romantic Getaway and a Wedding Venue pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beauty and the Beach™ Lighthouse - Amazing Romantic Getaway and a Wedding Venue?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beauty and the Beach™ Lighthouse - Amazing Romantic Getaway and a Wedding Venue?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beauty and the Beach™ Lighthouse - Amazing Romantic Getaway and a Wedding Venue located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. High Island Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay. The location and beach access amazing. This is a beautiful house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

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

Great Rental Property and Responsive Owners

If you are on the fence about this rental - I'd recommend that you do it. I thought the cleaning fee was a bit high, but after checking in you can see why. This is the cleanest property we've rented from VRBO in the Galveston/Crystal beach area. The house is well appointed and the interior feels fairly new. We really appreciated that all cabinets were labeled, and the attention to detail in the check in materials. Check in and Check out were an absolute breeze. We messaged the owners a few times during our stay and they were very responsive. The location is really nice and having the lots on either side as part of the property makes it feel like we weren't at the crowded beaches of Galveston. We really enjoyed our time here and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell B.

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

Christmas Vacation

We usually stay at Jamaica Beach on the other side of Galveston island but decided to switch things up this year. The “Lighthouse” as we call it is perfectly nestled by itself with the nearest neighbors being one house over on either side. This positioning gives one a great sense of peace, quiet, and privacy that other beach houses can’t. Waking up to the ocean from the top floor is spectacular. Our favorite part of the house is the beautiful large kitchen that allowed us to easily cook family meals each night. My only complaint is that the hot tub was smaller then we thought and took a long time to heat up.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody G.

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

Beauty and the Beach

This place is awesome!!!! Super nice and very clean. Having the elevator was awesome so you don't have to haul luggage up the stairs. This place has amazing views and right on the water. We had so much fun there. I would definitely go to Bolivar Peninsula again if I could stay at this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine K.

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

Our Wedding Venue

I cannot give this less than 10 stars but they will only allow 5. Amazing staff, beautiful venue, and gorgeous views!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara Ann B.

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

Heaven

5 days and 4 nights of Enjoying Beautiful Beach and a Perfect Beach House Venue 😎 Happy Happy Happy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie C.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany D.

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

Beautiful Wedding Venue!

The host was amazing and went above and beyond to make sure our wedding was perfect. Beautiful location and amazing memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our 4th of July Beach Stay

This property is absolutely amazing in every way! I plan on booking another stay in the near future and hope to make this my permanent spot when visiting the Crystal Beach area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber A.

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

Family getaway

This was exactly what we needed to get away and have family time together.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

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

Perfect Waterfront Getaway

The location of the home couldn't be better. Beach access is a walk downstairs and over the dunes. The property itself is very accomidating for a small to large group of people, and setup for guest entertainment with the variety of ammenities and social locations offered. It's also the perfect getaway for a romantic couple when needed. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina R.

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

Wedding venue

Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

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

Wedding venue

It was magical! Absolutely perfect! The staff was so supportive and encouraging. Perfect for an outdoor wedding at Crystal Beach in Texas! Assets: Plenty of space Multiple Restrooms Elevator Beautiful bridal sweet that doubles as bedroom. Huge kitchen Clean Amazing water front view Pavilion perfect for the processional In love would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacy M.

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

Perfect Beach Vacay

Our family had a great stay at Beauty and the Beach. Being able to walk directly onto the beach from the house instead of having to drive was well worth it. Loved the views and comfortable seating in kitchen and living room. Communication with host was easy and always quick responses. One of the best things about this house is the gazebo. You can enjoy the ocean view from the shade and still keep an eye on the kids at the beach. We traveled with elderly parents with knee issues, so paying extra for the elevator was a must for us…although the elevator does seem a bit old and makes you wonder if it is safe at times. It did work, but sometimes it seemed to stick on one floor or another when we tried to retrieve it. we never had serious issues with it and no one was ever stuck on the elevator, so it served its purpose. We had seven in our family and there was plenty of room. We originally planned to have 14 and had we had everyone, it would have been crowded with only the two bathrooms. As long as you know that ahead of time from the listing and pay attention to the bed layout, the house does accommodate 14 as listed…just not a ton of privacy if that is important. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely rent again at Beauty and tue Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Great location for a small beach wedding

We were very impressed by the hosts here at Beauty and Beach Lighthouse. Stephanie was so great, very accommodating. The staff that assisted us were kind respectful and very helpful. The location was beautiful and the experience to stay at the Lighthouse was enjoyed completely by the honeymooners! Every part of the house had charm and the views were spectacular. Thank you so much for an amazing wedding venue.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassalyn M.

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

Wedding

We had an amazing wedding! The venue is beautiful, and the host is very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen W.

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

April wedding

We stayed two nights for our wedding. The venue was beautiful and the host was amazing with communication and everything we needed. My wedding day was amazing. Hoping to be back for our anniversary
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

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

Perfect Venue

This property is absolutely gorgeous - 10/10 would recommend. And Stephanie the manager, was amazing and helpful through the whole wedding!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lemuel O.

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

Serene spacious property convenient to much

We stayed a week with friends and found a wonderful church, many nice close real resturants, traveled thru Galveston by ferry to the new Webster Chicken n Pickle, also played pickleball in Beaumont and Port Arthur. Groceries, hardware, gas were all convenient. We rode bikes and enjoyed the beach. The property and host were exceptional. Its such a special type of place we were compelled to take many pictures to help us remember our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Amazing

It was lovely, beautiful and all around great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Wedding that we’ll tell our Grandkids about

I will admit, mosquitoes were heavy and it was humid BUT despite that, we had an unforgettable wedding. The home was perfect to accommodate my husband and I along with the wedding party the day of. Our ceremony and reception was under warm lights and surrounded by wild flowers. The property owners were on the SPOT when I needed a quick response. I can’t thank them enough for they’re kindness and consideration for our needs the day of and after. They even manicured the lawn the day before and sprayed for mosquitoes. The home was EXTREMELY clean and had plenty of kitchen utilities. ALONG with that, they had tons of wedding seating, tables, decor, and a speaker system to accommodate for our small wedding. We made memories on those lighthouse steps that will be forever remembered by our ancestors (as dorky as that sounds). I can’t recommend a more intimate and comfortable wedding venue/honeymoon home to visit than this one. Thank you so much Host!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

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

My wedding

We had my wedding here and it was absolutely beautiful. Stephanie my wedding day contact was amazing! The crew was awesome as well! Really went above and beyond for us. My family and I agreed we definitely want to come back just to relax. If you’re thinking about staying here, just do it! Worth every penny!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse H.

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

A wonderful stay!

We hosted a small wedding for our daughter here and it was absolutely perfect!! Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connor K.

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

Wedding Weekend

This place was great! Going through the VRBO messaging system with the host, the communication was perfectand timely! All info was given prior to check-in and they didn't miss a detail. We also bought their #3 Wedding Package at a great price point. All staff showed on time and took care of everything. This place works perfect for a DIY wedding! We had around 60 people show and it was very comfortable. Plenty of space and easy access to everything. It's well isolated from neighbors so you can't hear them and they can't hear you! I would absolutely recommend this venue for your wedding. With it being somehwhat isolated and accessible by ferry or one road from the east, we opted to use Tia Juanitas Winnie as our caterer. I highly recommend them also!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

James B.

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

Wonderful wedding venue

Really enjoyed the property Excellent place for a wedding We will always remember the beach and the awesome light house Jim & Evonne Boggs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Irene C.

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests