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Hot tub overlooking the ocean
Beach
Sunset
Unobstructed ocean view
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Crystal Beach, TX
  • Crystal Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Galveston Seawall
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beachfront: Hot Tub, Home Theater & Firepit

Beachfront with panoramic ocean views, home theater, hot tub and gas firepit. Both bedrooms overlook the beach with king beds, 65” TVs and their own bathrooms. The living room has an 85" TV, surround sound and high-speed internet for movies/games. Designed as a 2-story duplex with separate entrances, decks, A/C and sound proofing, the VRBO is the 1000 sq ft first floor. The 2nd floor is for the owners who travel frequently and is never rented. If present they're usually invisible. EV charging is available.

One of only 8 houses on the peninsula with a deck mounted hot tub that has panoramic ocean views, or enjoy the gas firepit under the covered deck. In the evening or during bad weather, the living room becomes a small home theater with an 85” 4k HDR TV and Dolby 5.1 rear-speaker surround sound for movies, sports or video games. This is also one of the few houses on the peninsula with high-speed Starlink satellite internet that allows movie and game streaming or -- if you must -- video conferencing lol. One of the bedrooms has a small wall-mounted desk (laptop sized) but can use the 65" TV as a monitor. 12% off for weekly stays. Btw, this house came through Beryl undamaged, but if another tropical storm or hurricane lands on top of your trip, no worries. We'll be happy to move your trip to another date or give you a full refund.

This property is perfect for an individual, couple, two couples or a small family of four who want a beachfront experience central to Crystal Beach attractions ... without paying for a 10 bed house. Occupancy is limited to a maximum of 4 people and two cars. Our neighbors are permanent residents and very friendly. We’d like to keep them that way, so this property cannot be used as “party central” for a group.

The fully equipped kitchen includes everything from K-cup coffee to waffle maker. It also features e-Spring ultraviolet water purification and full-sized stacked washer and dryer. The air conditioning/heating system also has ultraviolet air treatment. Both bathrooms have double vanities, rain shower heads, separate toilet rooms and plenty of bath and beach towels.

Covered parking under the house can fit two cars and a golf cart. Covered stairs go directly to the entrance on the covered deck. There's also an outside sand shower and three burner gas grill. A 32 amp Level 2 EV charger is available upon request (normally turned off due to proximity to the ocean/salt air). One time fee of $20 for EV charging. For safety, the carport has motion detector flood lights with security cameras.

Coastal conditions are tough on power lines and transformers, so peninsula wide blackouts are not uncommon. This house has an automatic backup generator and is built extra strong earning an IBHS Fortified Hurricane Rating.

In the heart of Crystal Beach, you’re a half mile walk to frozen drinks, ice cream, golf cart rentals, putt putt golf and a water slide (in season). You’re less than a mile to restaurants, miniature golf, Dollar General, a liquor store and a fully equipped gym (allows pay-by-the-day workouts). You’re a mile and a half from “The Big Store” (like a mini-Walmart) and helicopter tours (in season). A 15-minute golf cart ride along the beach takes you to Camp Margaritaville resort with swim up bar and live music many weekends.

During the summer, weekends or holidays, the drive-on beachfront can be very active and entertaining lol but also loud late into the evening. Despite sound proofing and sound machines in the bedrooms, nothing completely blocks 500 watt subwoofers, V8s or fireworks. Also, much of the peninsula is natural wetlands. Depending on recent rain and wind direction, mosquitos can be plentiful. We have plenty of mosquito repellant.

Property manager

Lilli Stevens
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
With hot tub, kids can't be left alone.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 on the beach, 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. Haunted Mayfield Manor and Galveston Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • East Beach - 46 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 47 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Port of Galveston - 47 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 48 min drive - 29.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront: Hot Tub, Home Theater & Firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront: Hot Tub, Home Theater & Firepit?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Beachfront: Hot Tub, Home Theater & Firepit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront: Hot Tub, Home Theater & Firepit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront: Hot Tub, Home Theater & Firepit located?

This Crystal Beach holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Crystal Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches. Fort Travis Seashore Park is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy W.

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

Perfection

Our family has stayed in a variety of rental properties over the years and this one beats them all in every category. Beautiful location and unit. Excellent communication. Everything you could need or want from the kitchen, to the bedrooms and bathrooms all the way to the beach/outdoors.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessy S.

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

Beautiful Getaway

Amazing property, very clean & well kept. But even more amazing, are the owners. They truly make the experience so much more enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

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

The Perfect Getaway

Have to say this is the best VBRO I have ever had the pleasure of staying in. They have thought of everything you would want or need. As for the couple, the most gracious people we have met. Defiantly a God Sent for peace and tranquillity
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted O.

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

Great Stay at the Beach

Wonderful place to stay. Owners are super. Great to sit on the deck in the evenings and watch the fireworks.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Best Hospitality in Crystal Beach

We were set to arrive the Thursday after Hurricane Beryl so things were a little up in the air as far as electricity goes. Dave and Lillie kept us up to date the whole time and had champagne waiting on us when we arrived. The house has everything you could imagine for a beach trip. Things we always bring on trips, we didn’t have to unpack because they had it available. So much detail and love put into this stay! We are already booking our next stay at this amazing home! The views are spectacular, the hot tub and fire pit add a cool and awesome vibe that we so enjoyed! The kids LOVED the hot tub! We planned to go out to eat for most meals but decided to stay in and cook so we didn’t have to leave. Loved this place and look forward to our next stay. Thank you Dave and Lillie, you guys are simply the best!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

damond g.

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

Amazing

This was the nicest place we stayed at. Will definitely be back ,everything was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina A.

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

Beach Anniversary!

This house is an absolute stunner, with no detail overlooked!! We celebrated our anniversary by just relaxing, sitting outside on the patio, watching movies on the incredible TV system, using the hot tub, and just enjoying time together. We spent little time at the actual beach due to the very windy weather conditions but still took many walks along the beach. We still got lots of sun on the patio. The view of the beach is gorgeous! I jumped out of bed every morning to look out at the beach! This house and the excellent hosts totally exceeded my expectations!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessy S.

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

Absolutely Amazing

This place is amazing. My wife is a little ocd when it comes to cleanliness. To the point we take our own sheets when we travel. And we have been avid VRBO users for about a decade. Every place we have ever stayed, there has always been at least one complaint when it came to how clean the place was. But NOT this time. This place was spotless. Not only was it exceptionally clean, but extremely organized. The owners attention to detail was extremely impressive. You know how, when you travel, there seems to always be that one creature comfort of home that is missing? That wasn't the case this time. They literally thought of everything. And the views!!!! The views are completely breath taking. I would rate this place a 10 out of 5 stars. The home layout is perfect, their interior color choices were spot on, the location is great. If I HAD to point out a negative it would be, that this place is not well suited for those whose idea of a vacation is sleeping till noon. The only view as remarkable as the sunset view, is the sunrise. I am in the process of begging and pleading with the owners to allow my wife & I to teturn the last week of July. However, for that to happen someone would have to get bumped. If that so happens to be you...Sorry.....NOT Sorry...lol
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted O.

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

Mardi Gras 2024

Super clean and well organized
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

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

Wonderful!

Everything about this place is just wonderful! From the location, to the view, to the decor, to the hosts who are fantastically attentive and very nice folks. Even the shower was great! It's a two minute walk to a nice stretch of beach that was perfect for a morning jog. After a morning jog, I super appreciated the hot tub on the deck where I enjoyed the ocean front view. The home theater was awesome and the kitchen (along with everything else on this property) was well appointed and immaculate. The hosts, Lilli & Dave, obviously put great care into this property to make it a comfortable and relaxing experience for their guests. I travel a lot and stayed at a lot of VRBOs. This place by far is best.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

Warm thoughtful hosts and warm weather :-)

We left cool South Dakota to warm up on the Texas Gulf. Excellent hosts and location. The walk to the beach is literally only steps away. The hot tub was crystal clear and maintained perfectly. The ocean view makes morning coffee better. The floor plan is intelligent and flexible in accommodating family or couples. The is kitchen perfectly set up to create snacks or meals. Don’t cook? Fun delicious eating establishments are only minutes away. The unobstructed view of the ocean is perfect. The setting is upscale and spotless. Amazing ocean sounds all day long.We loved it. Dave and Lilly are so thoughtful. The weather isn’t the only warmth you will encounter in Texas. Mike, Erin and Ellie.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron E.

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

Perfect Beach Getaway!

This house was absolutely AMAZING! Dave and Lilli thought of EVERYTHING to make this the most comfortable and unforgettable stay we've ever had! The house itself is beautiful and the attention to detail is one of a kind! You cannot beat the unobstructed view of the beach from the awesome deck that includes the hot tub and firepit making it a spectacular setting! The short walk to the beach was the cherry on top of how perfect this vacation was! Even though the house had everything we could possibly need, when we did get out to explore Crystal Beach/Galveston, everything was super close... From fresh delicious seafood to yummy tropical drinks to any shopping you would want to do including super unique souvenirs! We highly recommend staying here and hope to come back soon! 10/10!! 😊❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L M., Euless

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

Sunsets and Sand

Ocean HQ was such a wonderful and relaxing stay for the four of us ..just steps away from the Ocean .. The views were spectacular.. The home was complete with all the enmities one could ever ask for with all the little special touches .. We will definitely be back sooner then later
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo H.

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

Great place!

Very nice place, very convenient with all the amenities. Highly recommend from our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lilli Stevens

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Lilli worked as a Respiratory Therapist and in Cardiac Rehab. Dave is an author and was a Navy F-18 pilot.

Why they chose this property

We love the ocean and beach. If we are in the area, we really enjoy taking guests on a complimentary tour of the beach and some of the attractions on our golf cart. Just let us know.

What makes this property unique

Being able to enjoy the ocean view from your bedroom windows or while sitting in the hot tub.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests