10/10 Excellent
Jodi F.
5 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy weekend
Jodi F.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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TurtleShell - Hot Tub-Walk to Crystal Beach - Cargo Lift!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Crystal Beach, TX
- Crystal Beach7 min walk
- Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal46 min drive
- Galveston Seawall47 min drive
- Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)55 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Soap · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
TurtleShell - Hot Tub-Walk to Crystal Beach - Cargo Lift!
Charming beach cottage 7th row with maximum comfort and modern amenities including a Hot Tub & Cargo Lift. (Not for Humans.) Turtle Shell is the perfect home to make memories on the beach. Located on a large lot with plenty of space to play and a downstairs covered patio/driveway with free WIFI, BBQ grill, tiki bar, picnic table, swinging bench, dart game and outdoor lighting. Please don't park on the grass or street. You’ll have direct access to the beach with a short walk or drive within a mile from the beach. Many restaurants and shopping are within a mile. We have an amazing set up with an open concept and a separate game room with mini-fridge, Smart TV and pull-out couch. (So, the kids can watch their own movies!) Sleeps 8 max. Enjoy your own Smart TV in the bedrooms and living room including Roku and YouTube TV. We renovated Turtle Shell to open the space and make a laid-back beach haven that everyone can enjoy, and we make sure our guests are taken care of by providing linens, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, laundry detergent, dish soap and dishwasher pods. We just want you to bring your vacation gear, food and drinks and your beach attitude! Turtle Shell is well equipped with everything you need including the use of the fully equipped kitchen to cook you and your loved ones a delicious meal. We have a Microwave, SS Refrigerator, Electric Range, dishwasher, coffee maker, Keurig, Toaster, Blender, and washer and dryer. After having enjoyed a nice day at the beach, long after the sun has set, hang out on the upper deck under the stars and enjoy the cool coastal breeze. Guests will be given a 4-digit lock code prior to arrival for contactless check-in. Getting around the neighborhood is easy either with walking to the beach or with a vehicle. You can drive on the beach (with a $10 parking sticker). Golf cart rentals are available as well. If you would like to rent a golf cart, we recommend you do so as soon as possible! The nearby golf cart rental companies tend to get booked quickly. If you would like assistance in obtaining contact information for the rental companies nearby, don’t hesitate to reach out and ask.
PETS: Dogs only. An additional $75 will be added if bringing a pet. Two dogs are our limit. No dangerous breeds. Pet must be 50lbs or under. No Cats.
PETS: Dogs only. An additional $75 will be added if bringing a pet. Two dogs are our limit. No dangerous breeds. Pet must be 50lbs or under. No Cats.
Property manager
Ed Horton
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 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please indicate if you’re bringing a dog
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 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. Pier 21 Theater and Texas Seaport Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Travelling with kids? Consider Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Haunted Mayfield Manor. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Crystal Beach, TX
What's nearby
- Crystal Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 46 min drive - 27.4 km
- East Beach - 47 min drive - 29.1 km
- Galveston Seawall - 47 min drive - 28.8 km
- Galveston Island Beaches - 56 min drive - 37.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Nauti Beaver Hut - 19 min walk
- Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - 4 min drive
- Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 6 min drive
- HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - 4 min drive
- Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kaydee A.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Kaydee A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca C.
14 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Crystal Beach stay
Rebecca C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Mandy L.
15 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Great place great location
Mandy L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard C.
2 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All very good
Richard C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter Fun!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Missy K.
6 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend Getaway
Missy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Audrey
7 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Audrey
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Liz & Mark M., Bryan, Texas
18 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Stay!
Liz & Mark M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Becky T.
31 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean, quiet retreat
Becky T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie M.
13 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend getaway
Stephanie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
mariana t., USA
27 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable house
mariana t.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dusty B.
21 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, perfect location
Dusty B.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ashleigh M.
13 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
Ashleigh M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brittani S., Fort Worth
2 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Brittani S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Dana W.
24 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very happy with our stay! We wished we could have stayed longer!
Dana W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea O., Anna, Texas
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Chelsea O.
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Kristine G.
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About the host
Hosted by Ed Horton
We live in the DFW area. We love coming to the beach house to relax and feel the sand in our toes. We love sharing our beach house with others so they can enjoy it too.
Why they chose this property
We love this quiet neighborhood, and many owners live in the subdivision. Emerald Beach 2 is one of the most desired neighborhoods. Our house is a short walk to the beach. We also love driving our vehicle and parking on the beach; set up your canopy, turn on your tunes and stay the day.
What makes this property unique
Our property has plenty of room for the kids to play games while the adults cook out on the BBQ grill, listening to your music on our blue tooth speakers and our hot and cold shower outdoors makes it easy to get the sand off when you come back from the beach. Our Cargo Lift is wonderful for carrying up your groceries and luggage.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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