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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with stools.

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5 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Bolivar

Located in Port Bolivar (Crystal Beach), this vacation home is within a 5-minute drive of Crystal Beach and nauti beaver hut. .This family-friendly vacation home is 17.9 mi (28.9 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 18.1 mi (29.2 km) from Port of Galveston.

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Seawall Beach - 57 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • East Beach - 58 min drive - 22.1 miles
  • Grand 1894 Opera House - 59 min drive - 22.1 miles
  • Pier 21 - 59 min drive - 22.1 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ships Wheel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Getaway Gulf–Walk to Beach–Sleeps 24–Light & Bright–Multiple King Beds–In Town

IT`S A GREAT DAY TO BE AT THE BEACH!!!

Getaway Gulf is a big, bright, two-story beach house in town in Crystal Beach, Texas, on Mary Ann Street — a short walk to the beach access at the end of the street and close to everything Crystal Beach offers. Soaring ceilings, large windows and an open layout make the whole house feel welcoming the moment you walk in. It sleeps 24.

The main level opens in the middle: a spacious kitchen and dining area to the right, and a large living room to the left with two couches, a love seat, two padded chairs and a TV. The kitchen is built for a crowd — quartz counters throughout, two full-size refrigerators, two pantries, an island that seats 14, and two dining tables seating 12 more. That is 26 places to eat at the same time.

Down the hall are a closet, a stackable washer and dryer, a full bathroom, the master king suite with its own ensuite and double vanity, two more king bedrooms sharing a Hollywood-style bath (each with its own sink, so only the toilet and shower are shared), and a bunk room with two full-over-full bunk beds. A hall bath has a tub and shower combination.

Upstairs is an open commons area with four queen beds, a TV and a table with four chairs, plus a fifth bedroom with a king and a bathroom that also opens to the commons. Four full bathrooms in all, and seven smart TVs — one in every bedroom, the living room and the commons.

Outside, the covered upstairs deck has a table with four stools, four high-back chairs with drink holders and two loungers, with bay and Intracoastal Waterway views to one side and a slice of Gulf to the other. The deck is gated so a dog cannot get to the stairs. Under the house is a shaded gathering area with a picnic table, three tables with four chairs each, and a charcoal grill on the concrete pad, plus an enclosed shower with hot and cold water for rinsing off the sand.

Parking is in front of the house, under the house, and on the lot we own next door behind Ibis Isle — another of our homes, right next door, which makes the two an easy pairing for a large family gathering. No parking is allowed on the street at any of our houses.

Gatherings are welcome with prior approval, up to 45 people. Getaway Gulf was built for family reunions, multi-generational trips and big groups of lifelong friends.

Remember, it`s always a great day to be at the beach!

— The Walz Family, Bolivar Peninsula Rentals
The guest who books must be 25 or older, stay for the entire reservation, and is responsible for their group and any visitors for the full stay.

Maximum occupancy: Please do not exceed the maximum number of guests set for your reservation. Getaway Gulf sleeps up to 24, but some booking sites cap the guest count lower — the number on your booking is your limit. That number covers everyone staying overnight; guests for an approved event are counted separately, under Events below.

Smoking: No smoking or vaping inside — $300 fee. Smoking is fine outside or under the house; please stay well away from doors and windows so nothing drifts in, and put butts in the outdoor trash.

Pets: Welcome with prior approval. The covered deck is gated to keep the dog from accessing the stairs. ADA service animals are exempt from the pet fee; emotional-support, comfort, and therapy animals are treated as pets. Adult pets only — no puppies. $100 per stay for up to 2 pets, plus $50 per pet for up to 2 more (4 max). Pets stay off all furniture and beds — bring your own covers. Clean up after them inside and out. A $150 fee applies if pet rules aren`t followed.

Parking: Park in the drive, under the house, and the adjacent lot — no street parking. Please keep our shop`s access drive (far right) clear at all times. Trailers and boats are welcome with prior approval.

RVs and EV charging: Please don`t hook an RV to the house; our systems are not set up for it. Please do not charge an electric vehicle at the house; our systems are not set up for it. If a guest does, additional money is owed. The downstairs outlets are GFCI-protected and a car charger will trip them, which takes out the downstairs lights and outlets along with it. Ask and we will tell you what works.

Quiet hours: 10 PM–8 AM. This is a quiet, family community — no heavy bass, and excessive noise that disturbs neighbors may result in removal.

Doors & windows: Please keep exterior doors and windows closed (not propped open) — coastal humidity is hard on the home and open doors drive up cooling costs.

Care of the home: Please don`t move or rearrange the furniture, and treat our home as you would your mother`s. Nothing from inside goes outside.

Charcoal grill: Use the charcoal grill on the concrete pad under the house only — never on the deck or wooden areas, and never taken to the beach. Bring your own charcoal and lighter. No fires on decks or other wooden areas.

Drains: No oil, grease, or thick/slimy substances down any drain — they damage the coastal sewer pumps. Grease and oil go in the trash.

Golf carts: Golf carts cannot travel on or parallel to Highway 87 — keep them to neighborhood streets and approved access roads.

Events: Gatherings are welcome with prior approval, up to 45 people — family reunions, weddings, birthdays, and get-togethers. Once we have approved your event, the headcount can go well past the number sleeping here; all we ask is that you respect the neighbors and respect the house. We do not host prom, graduation, or bachelor/bachelorette-type parties. Veterans and first responders are always welcome.

Dehumidifier: Please leave the dehumidifier running at all times, including at checkout. It keeps the coastal humidity in check and protects the house - please don`t switch it off, unplug it, or move it.

Responsibility: The guest who books is responsible for their group and any visitors, and for all damage or issues during the stay. Disruptive, unsafe, or illegal behavior may result in immediate removal with no refund.

At checkout: Leave the ceiling fans, AC, heat, and dehumidifier running as we`ve set them. Start a load of towels, run the dishwasher if there are dirty dishes, empty the refrigerator, take the trash to the street cans, lock up, and return the key as directed.

It`s always a great day to be at the beach! — The Walz Family, Bolivar Peninsula Rentals
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 4 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 28 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (42 inches high)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Put key back in top lock box and scramble the numbers. And Thank You!!!!
If outside trash cans are full, bag and leave trash in house so critters do not get into it.
Thank You Very Much!!! Have a Safe Trip Home!!!!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The guest who books must be 25 or older, stay for the entire reservation, and is responsible for their group and any visitors for the full stay.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Adult pets are allowed with approval.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 51
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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