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Deck & Ocean Views: Home in Crystal Beach!

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Crystal Beach Vacation Rental | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,462 Sq Ft
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Covered Deck
Living Room
Living Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10135.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Deck & Ocean Views: Home in Crystal Beach!

Experience the Gulf of Mexico like never before at 'Blue Scalawag,' a 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental just a short walk from Crystal Beach! This stilted, family-oriented beach nook boasts a polished modern interior, granite countertops, coastal decor, an outdoor shower and a covered deck that's perfect for listening to the tide. Whether you're in town to charter a fishing boat, explore the National Wildlife Refuges, or work on your tan on the beach, this is the perfect Coastal Texas home base!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Modern Interior | Ocean Views | 1,462 Sq Ft | Walk to the Gulf

Ideal for large family retreats to the beautiful Texas Beaches, this centrally located Crystal Beach home offers all the beach essentials, top-notch outdoor entertainment space, and a prime location just a short walk from the beach!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Twin Bunk Bed, Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin Bunk Bed, Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered deck w/ patio furniture for 10 & ocean views, lower-level area w/ picnic table & outdoor shower
INDOOR LIVING: Natural sunlight, tall ceilings, modern decor, comfortable furnishings, flat-screen TV, large ceiling fan, hardwood flooring
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, 8-person breakfast bar, 12 cup drip coffee pot & Keurig machine, spices, dishwasher, crockpot
BEDROOM SUITE: Flat-screen TV, en-suite bathroom w/ dual sinks, granite countertops & tile-lined shower, distant ocean views
GENERAL: In-unit laundry machines w/ laundry detergent, central heating & air conditioning
FAQ: External cameras (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway parking (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

NATURE PRESERVES/STATE PARKS: Fort Travis Park (11.1 miles), Galveston Island State Park (30.9 miles w/ ferry), Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge (34.2 miles), Sea Rim State Park (83.5 miles), McFaddin National Wildlife Refuge (90.0 miles), Sheldon Lake State Park and Environmental Learning Center (94.7 miles)
BEACHES: Crystal Beach (on the beach), Ramada Beach (2.4 miles), Bolivar Flats (9.3 miles), R.A. Apffel East Beach Park (19.1 miles w/ ferry), Galveston Beach (20.7 miles w/ ferry)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Bolivar Peninsula Tourism and Visitors Center (0.5 miles), Galveston Island Horse and Pony Rides (19.2 miles w/ ferry), Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston (23 miles w/ ferry), Moody Gardens (23.2 miles w/ ferry)
GOLF: Crystal Beach Community Golf Course (4.1 miles), Moody Gardens Golf Course (24.3 miles w/ ferry), Beacon Lakes Golf Club (41.8 miles w/ ferry), Chambers County Golf Course (51.9 miles)
AIRPORTS: George Bush Intercontinental Airport (106 miles) | William P. Hobby Airport (98.7 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- NOTE: This property features 3 exterior security cameras, 2 below the home and 1 on the upstairs deck. They do not look into interior spaces
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located near 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 wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting.
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Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 46 min drive - 28.1 km
  • East Beach - 47 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 48 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 57 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deck & Ocean Views: Home in Crystal Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Deck & Ocean Views: Home in Crystal Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deck & Ocean Views: Home in Crystal Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Deck & Ocean Views: Home in Crystal Beach! located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Crystal Beach and within 12 miles (20 km) of Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches. Fort Travis Seashore Park is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property close to the beach!
The property was very nice and had everything we needed for our stay. Nice beach view and beach access was super close. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
The cabin was very nice and clean but the grass in the yard was knee high. Made it very hard to enjoy the outside portion of the cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal Beach get together
Lovely home steps from the beach! Our Family enjoyed this well decorated open concept home. Great for a family gathering. Wonderful breeze on the front porch with ocean views. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Father’s Day chill weekend
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Great Stay
Everything was great. Have a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay!
Just as described, very clean, 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Did not disappoint
The Blue Scalawag was the perfect house for our family vacation at Crystal Beach. Location, cleanliness, and comforts of home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
This property was great all around. The house was so clean and roomy. The location was fantastic, a short walk to the beach and close to all the stores and restaurants. I loved sitting on the deck in the morning drinking my coffee and could see the ocean, so peaceful. I’m hoping to book this property for my next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time!
We had a wonderful stay here. Would totally recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staycation
We enjoyed our stay The property manager was very attentive!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Skalawag
Overall an excellent stay! Very clean! Beds were very comfortable! The only minor thing was maybe more than 1/4 bottle of dish soap available would have been nice. Other than that, everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home!
We had a great stay, house was just like the photos! Host was very responsive when we had an issue arise and took care of it quickly! House is also a short walk from the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Weekend
Lovely Home, clean and comfortable. Very nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charla W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home
The home was just as pictured and was very comfortable. Our family truly enjoyed our stay here. The location is perfect and out host Mark was very helpful! We will definitely check out this house the next time we head that way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B., Spurger, usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Property was just as it’s listed! Beautiful and clean! Communication with the renter was amazing! Lost power due to entergy doing some work, and they kept us in the loop the entire time as to when it would come back on! Any question I had, was just a text away with an answer in 2 minutes! Very pleased!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Great house!
We enjoyed our stay at Blue Scalawag. The short distance to the beach was walkable, but we loaded up the grandkids and all our stuff and drove down. The weather was cooler than what we left at home making our time on the beach very enjoyable. Mark quickly responded to any questions or needs.

10/10 Excellent

Kendra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house review
Where do I start, the house was exactly as described. The location was perfect and not even a minute away from the beach. The home had so much space to play games and entertain all while cooking. Even though it was construction going on right next door, we didn’t let that stop us from enjoying our tradition of being together. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Fun stay. Close to everything you need for a great beach getaway. The big store was a plus since the ferry wait times were really lengthy while we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prom23
The house is really nice, we had lots of fun It’s a good spot to be at with family and friends
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janaye B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great cabin
Very nice property and a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M., The Woodlands, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and well equipped
Hostess very helpful and prompt.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K., Port Arthur, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A short title
Beautiful property, very clean, plenty of parking space, conveniently located close to the big store and on a beach access road. We would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great! The property manager was attentive and helpful. Wonderful kitchen and deck.
Would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful home with lots of room for family fun!
Renting the property through VRBO was so easy. My first VRBO and will definitely book more!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Yessica Garcia

Lovely get away with my family!
This was a great stay, no complaints. We will for sure book again!

About the host

Hosted by Evolve

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Languages:

English, French, German, Spanish