Ocean Retreat, certified personal elevator, steps to beach, grill & fenced yard

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bar with grill, TV, loungers, lots of seating. Also bathroom and outdoor shower

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Exceptional

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 18298.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Outdoor space

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Chrystal Beach, TX

Crystal Beach
‪2 min walk‬
Stingaree Marina
‪4 min drive‬
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
‪49 min drive‬
Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Situated in an enviable second-row locale, this family-friendly home is your ticket to beachside paradise. Prepare to be wowed by sweeping Gulf views from nearly every room as well as the expansive two-tier wraparound deck! Built for entertaining, enjoy seamless indoor/outdoor living spaces with glass doors that lead to alfresco dining table and lounge furniture. Endless fun awaits on the patio beneath the property, detailed with a large bar, and an outdoor shower. An enclosed yard is ideal for those traveling with children. This family-friendly home also includes Pack-N-Plays, strollers, and a high chair. Don't forget the complementary beach gear when you head down to the sandy shores. this home includes beach toys, beach chairs and a travel wagon to transport it all.
Designed with beautiful interior detail, this seaside retreat features a coveted open layout with vaulted ceilings and double-height windows offering abundant natural light. Kick back and relax with your favorite TV shows in the living room. A second upstairs living area provides more space for your group to spread out. On the top floor, you’ll find a playroom with a TV, bonus sleeping space, and wet bar. Whip up everything from beach snacks to four-course meals in the well-equipped kitchen - complete with stainless steel appliances, a coffee bar, and a center island with seating for four. Gather for special meals at the adjacent eight-seat dining table.
Choose between five well-appointed bedrooms, with two primary suites, each with their own ensuite bathroom on the main level. Find two additional suites on the second floor, while the fifth guest room is located on the top floor. A washer/dryer and central air conditioning add convenience during your stay.
Things to Know
A twin trundle bed offers extra sleeping space
Do to family allergies, pets are not allowed on this property.
Parking notes: Parking is available in the driveway. There is room to park 7 cars in the driveway. NO parking in the grass or street is allowed.
Security camera details: 4 outside for security

Property manager

Wes Ryon

Premier Host

Languages

English

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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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Fort Travis Seashore Park and East End Historic District 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.

Chrystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

Crystal Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Stingaree Marina - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 49 min drive - 32.5 km
Port of Galveston - 50 min drive - 32.8 km
Galveston Seawall - 51 min drive - 33.9 km

Getting around

Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬5 min drive
‪Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - ‬7 min drive
‪Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Retreat, certified personal elevator, steps to beach, grill & fenced yard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Retreat, certified personal elevator, steps to beach, grill & fenced yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Retreat, certified personal elevator, steps to beach, grill & fenced yard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Retreat, certified personal elevator, steps to beach, grill & fenced yard located?

This family-friendly Port Bolivar holiday home is located by the ocean, within 2 mi (3 km) of Crystal Beach and Stingaree Marina. Gilchrist Beach and High Island Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Angie A.

18 Apr 2025

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

Great place to gather the whole family

Our large family gathered to memorialize my dad who recently passed away. This place was perfect for my mom, my family, and the families of my three brothers. The sleeping arrangements were great for our crew ranging in age from 6 to 72. The owner, Cindy, was fabulous with communication before and during our stay. She answered very promptly, often within the same hour. She was very accommodating and kind. I would bring extra washcloths, hand soaps, and dish soaps if you don’t want to purchase them at the store. There were enough to get by initially, but we needed to get extra, just like most rentals. The location is perfect. Although it’s on the second row, there are great views due to several of the lots in front being vacant. The walk across to the beach is very close, and the neighborhood is quiet. The beach in front of the cabin is not in the crazy part of the beach, so it’s great for children. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

C Renee C.

23 Jan 2025

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

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Srena A.

29 July 2024

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

Family

This house was perfect for our family we had a great time the beach was so close and so many things to do we will definitely be making more visits in this house. Thank you so much

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy F.

23 July 2024

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

Beach retreat steps away from the gulf

Thank you to hosts Wes and Cindy for sharing your home with us during our annual trip to Bolivar for the 4th of July and family reunion. The house was awesome and in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. The accommodation had many amenities and was spacious and comfortable for our family. The gated access to the deck and the large yard were convenient to keep an eye on the littler ones. Access to the beach through the golf cart/pedestrian pathway was easily accessible and close by. We had a great time, and the week went by way too fast!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea F.

22 July 2024

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

Will rent again!

The communication with the property owner was the best I've experienced. Super fast and went above and beyond to help me with everything. The house was perfect for 4 families and all of our kids.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

20 July 2024

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

Perfect for our large family vacation!

The house was perfect for our family. The layout was able to accommodate separate rooms for each adult family and the top floor was great for the older kids. The location to the beach was the perfect distance to be able to make several trips to the beach daily without having to pack up all the gear each time. We enjoyed it all and would definitely stay again!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

29 June 2024

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

June 2024

We enjoyed our stay in your home. The location was great and the house was perfect for our group of nine. Our grandchildren loved the beach! I would recommend this home to others.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

26 June 2024

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

Crystal Beach

The location of the property was absolutely perfect for us! The fenced in yard and covered patio was great for the kids to be able to play outside. The house was perfect for our group! The only remotely negative thing we could say was a lack of basic cleaning supplies. We did have to purchase our own. As someone said in an earlier review, there were no dishcloths in the kitchen, but I left the ones there that I purchased, so there is some now! Overall, the property was fantastic and the hosts went above and beyond!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie W.

6 Aug 2023

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

Great Extended Family Vacation Spot

This was a spacious place for an extended family trip, with plenty of room to spread out. The upper level play area was great for older kids to play games away from the main living room. The kitchen was very well equipped, even for the large group we had. There was dining seating for all. The property managers were quick to respond to every question and provided valuable local information. We loved the included beach equipment, making our travel load lighter! The walk to the beach was short and not problem for our 71 year olds or our 2 year old!! We loved the rocking chairs on the mail deck that looked out to the ocean and spent a lot of time on the deck at night to catch the moon and stars. The only suggestions to make all perfect would be to: 1) add more toilet paper. After 4-5 days, many of the bathrooms were out of the one roll included per bathroom, luckily we brought some of our own. 2) add sponges or dishcloths to the kitchen (we had to just use a wet paper towel to wipe counters). There were dish towels. 3) carefully check the deck for boards that are not nailed down. We just put a pot over the spot we found where a board deflected on main floor deck.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

26 June 2023

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

Awesome Trip

We really enjoyed our stay! There was plenty of room and the house was stocked with everything we needed. This house has tons of room and a great space to hang out under the house in the shade. Thanks for having us!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

19 June 2023

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

Lovely Beach House

Our family had a fantastic time staying at the house. The private beach is very close and a short walk over. House is super cute in an amazing location. The sunset view from the patio is gorgeous. Kids had so much fun with a ton of activities to do!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wrainey R.

19 Mar 2023

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

Great House

We had a great time at this beach house! The hosts were easy to talk to and responsive to any questions we may have had. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The private beach access was perfect and just a short walk over. Crystal Beach also had a lot to offer within short distances. We will be back again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendi L.

18 Feb 2023

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

Perfect Vacation Spot

Had an incredible stay at this gorgeous house. We went on vacation with a large group of friends and family, over a wide range of ages, and it was perfect for everyone. Very short walk to the beach, an incredible patio for relaxing and enjoying the outside, a fenced in area so the kids could all have fun (while being within watching distance), large house to never feel crowded, and a clean beach. Loved getting to see the sunset and sunrise on the porch, and going on walks on the beach. Very responsive owners, and can’t wait to return to this location.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Feb 2023

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

Amazing experience

We had an amazing vacation at this property!! It was big enough for each family (4 families- 8 adults/13 kids) to spread out and have their space! This property is so wonderfully decorated and clean! It was so much fun! We will definitely come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

14 Feb 2023

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

Perfect Spot

Loved the house! Super cute, clean, has everything we needed and amazing location! We will stay here again if available.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Wes Ryon

The beach has always been our family's favorite place to visit. There are many activities nearby with something for everyone. Fishing, dolphin watching excursions, golf, aquarium, water parks and historic tours all nearby. The ferry ride is a fun way to start off the day of adventures. Even if the day does not involve these adventures, the beach is always a relaxing way to enjoy the day.

Why they chose this property

We chose Chrystal Beach because the beaches are more relaxing and not as crowded as surrounding beaches. This house is a 2 minute walk to the beach with private neighborhood access to the beach.

What makes this property unique

The home's close proximity to the beach makes for a safe stroll to the beach. Since the neighborhood does not provide public beach access then there is not a lot of street traffic in the neighborhood. The

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Living Room 1

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

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