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Hot Tub! | Pets | Game Room | June Specials!

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Welcome home to The Runaway, the perfect place to spend Christmas or New Years!
Enjoy the hot tub, putt putt golf course & tiki bar!
We have a tiki bar, hot tub, putt putt golf course, game room and a backyard fire pit for those chilly winter evenings!
The house was entirely redone in Spring 2022 with updated furniture and decor!
The game room has a ping pong table, foosball table and dart board

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

Map
Crystal Beach, TX
  • Crystal Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • East Beach
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hot Tub! | Pets | Game Room | June Specials!

This home is centrally located in Crystal Beach with shops and restaurants just a 2-minute drive away! Or, you can stay home and sip coffee on the back porch while listening to the sound of the waves

The trendy, fully stocked kitchen has a full coffee bar and is ready for you to enjoy a meal or drinks with friends and family

• Amazing 2nd-floor wraparound deck space with 270° views

• Hot tub, outdoor putting green & garage game room with ping pong, foosball and darts

• Gorgeous outdoor tiki bar, fire pit, hammock, deck swings and more!

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3 bedroom 2 bath | 1,350 Sq Ft | Three Minute Walk to Beach

Built in 2011, completely refurnished and refreshed in 2022. This house is great for a large family or for two small families

Sleeps up to 10 in 2 queen beds, 2 twin bunk beds (4 twin beds total) and 1 queen air mattress. The air mattress is best for kids

OUTDOOR LIVING: Large furnished covered deck with deck chairs and beach views. Downstairs has a large Tiki Bar with outdoor seating and a deck swing. The backyard has a fire pit with seating and gorgeous decorative lighting

INDOOR LIVING: 4 flat-screen Smart TVs, open layout, beautiful furnishings

KITCHEN: Large kitchen with a twelve-place bar and table seating, plastic cups and bowls for the kids, crock pot, blender, toaster, basic spices, cooking basics, ice maker, dishware, flatware, margarita glasses and wine glasses.

Includes a fully stocked coffee bar with a combo K-cup & drip coffee maker, a french press and pour-over coffee along with an assortment of fresh coffee beans, k-cups and tea

LINENS AND LAUNDRY: 1 bath towel per guest; all linens for all beds: sheets, pillows, comforters etc; kitchen towels, hand towels, washcloths, makeup cloths, 8 beach towels

Extras Provided: Starter supplies of trash bags, paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner and body wash, laundry detergent. If you are staying more than three days you may need to purchase more of these extras!

Parking: Driveway (up to 4 vehicles, NO RVs). 1 covered, locked garage

GENERAL: High-Speed WiFi

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MINIMUM RENTING AGE: 25 years of age

No Smoking inside (smoking outside away from doors and windows is allowed)

No parties

Non-Aggressive dogs up to 50 lbs are welcome for an additional pet fee. Please inquire before booking

After booking, you will be sent a rental agreement for digital signature as well as an authorization form for the security deposit

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REVIEW HIGHLIGHTS

- "This Airbnb was amazing! Very clean and spacious. The beach is within walking distance which is very convenient! I would recommend staying here!" ~ Sam

- "David was a great host....The house was great and close to the beach, highly recommend!" ~ Nikki

- "Great place to stay! Cute and comfortable home. Communication was great! My family had a great time and truly enjoyed our stay!" ~ Erin

- "This place is awesome! It’s just as advertised and it looks just like the pictures. The place was clean, and quiet and has a quaint neighborhood, fun amenities, a fire pit and a bbq grill. It’s literally a 3 minute walk to the beach. We’ll definitely be back!!" ~ Sheri

Property manager

David Hickle
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Events may be considered, please contact the host
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs up to 50 lbs are welcome for an additional fe
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed outside only, away from doors
Quiet hours are after 9:00 pm and are strictly enforced by the HOA This is a close-knit resort community and the HOA is quick to report any violations
No parties! Please contact us before booking an event
All guests must be 25 or older with the exception of children

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Events may be considered, please contact the host
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Galveston Seawall is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Travelling with kids? Consider Texas Seaport Museum and Haunted Mayfield Manor. 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 - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 43 min drive - 23.8 km
  • East Beach - 43 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 44 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 54 min drive - 33.9 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot Tub! | Pets | Game Room | June Specials! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hot Tub! | Pets | Game Room | June Specials!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot Tub! | Pets | Game Room | June Specials!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hot Tub! | Pets | Game Room | June Specials! located?

This family-friendly Port Bolivar cottage is located by the sea, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Crystal Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Port Bolivar Beaches and Fort Travis Seashore Park. Gilchrist Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

Crystal Compton

Property was clean and a perfect size for our family. Neighborhood was quiet! The hot tub, game room, and fire pit was great! Owner communicated quickly, and very nice and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Spring Break

Great location to the beach, great communication with the owner. Loved the ping pong table and the firepit
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Walter T.

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

Great House Horrible Couch

This is a great house to say at. So many extras with the hot tub, ping pong table, fooseball table, ect. The beds were really comfortable and clean. The only problem there was nowhere to sit comfortably inside the house. First off the rental listing shows a comfortable sectional couch with two chassis lounges and a counter height table with cushioned chairs. But they have been changed with a with lower table with metal chairs. This is not so much an issue, the table is cute and a better fit for the house than what originally showed in the listing. But the new couch is horrible. The cushions are thin and the base is metal bars. After about five minutes of sitting, you can feel every bar. Even my wife and kids complained about how uncomfortable it was. While we really enjoyed the house, the amenities, and the location we would not have booked this house had we seen the actual furniture we would be arriving too.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kindra T.

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

Precruise stay

Home was beautiful. View was gorgeous. Full of amenities & fun. Comfortable & clean! Host very acccomodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin M.

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

Good Stay

Nice place, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja B.

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

Great time in January

Nice quick getaway. You could hear the waves from the house. Convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

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

Birthday at the Beach

This was the perfect surprise get away for my husbands birthday. Our two kids and our family friends and their 3 kids all stayed so comfortably in this space. If you’re staying over new years the fireworks on the beach was so fun to watch and the view from the house deck is perfect. Hosts were friendly and considerate and did everything to accommodate us to make sure we had the perfect time. The beach was such a short walk away! Highly recommend a stay here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie G.

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

Peaceful & Relaxing in December!

Very peaceful neighborhood. Relaxing in the hot tub was amazing! Very spacious for 2 people but it was perfect. Planning to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindie H.

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

Everything you could want in a beach house.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Planet A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute

Everything was great and as advertised. Had a great time celebrating my birthday.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F.

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

Quick getaway

This rental was exactly what we expected. The host was quick to respond to any questions we had. The location was great for families as well. Super close to the beach and a quiet part of the beach as well. All the games downstairs was an added plus for the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

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

Great spot

Very clean, cute place. Owner was very communicative!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Location!

What a great place to stay. Neighbors were friendly and the beach is about a hundred yards from the front door. We had a great experience and I am currently checking dates to book our next family vacation here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasey G.

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

Family, Fun, Fourth of July!!!!

The decision to stay at the beach for the Fourth of July was spur of the moment and this cabin stood out! We had plenty of room to sleep and hang out! The hot tub was a huge hit with the family, and the distance from the beach was perfect! It was clean, communciation before during and after the stay was great! Overall it allowed our family to create wonderful memories this 4th! Thank you! Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Trent C.

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

Clean Place

Overall the cabin was very clean and the master bathroom is huge and awesome rain shower head with great water pressure. The cabin itself was fine. The location is on a busy street with public beach access so there were constantly big trucks speeding down that road. The grass in the fenced in yard had not been cut in weeks and was too high and full of stickers so every time my dogs went outside they were covered in them. The portable hot tub was nice but takes an entire day to heat up and if you are only staying 2 nights you basically can only use it for 1. Aside from those things the cabin is well decorated , clean and nice and close to the beach. If you want to be in the action then this is the place but if you are looking for a relaxing weekend this is not the area. I prefer something with private access to the beach which would cut down on the traffic on that street. The location is close to restaurants , stores , etc. The cabin is very nice and clean and is a nice place but we happened to be there on prom weekend so there were parties all night long going on everywhere in that neighborhood and constant trucks speeding up and down the road at all hours. The host is nice and somewhat responsive. I like the cabin just not the location and was disappointed that I brought my pet and the weeds were a foot tall compared to the cabins on either side of me
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell A.

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

Peaceful Getaway

My family and I had a great time getting away and we were able to enjoy the peace and quiet that came with it. The house had everything we needed during our stay and are happy we booked it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Our New Favorite Crystal Beach House

5 STARS!!!! Inwould give 10 if I could. My family and I recently stayed here for a long weekend to celebrate my birthday. Everyone had an awesome time!! First off, the place was very clean and the location was perfect. I am talking a 2 minute walk to the beach. You have a great view of the water and you can hear the waves at night, that's how close we are talking. The description was completely accurate. The kids loved the game room. My wife and I enjoyed the hot tub. Our dog loved having a fenced in grass yard to run around in. The check in and out process was very simple and easy. They literally have everything you need. We had no issues and the communication from David was quick during the check in and out process. We have been down to Crystal Beach about 6x now since we moved to TX 3 years ago. And this will now be our spot. We had plenty of room for the four of us and the pup. You could have plenty of room even with another family of four. It was a great trip. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanie S.

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

Family Fun!

Everything was perfect! Our hosts were AMAZING!! The entire family can't wait to plan our return trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Jonas C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Waiting on response from owner.

The location and beach house was nice but it came with some uninvited guest. We had several encounters with cockroachs even after we sprayed the whole house with bug spray. On day four we decided to cut the trip short, messaged the host(no response), packed our bags, cleaned up and left. We still haven't heard from the host to at least refund our security deposit and texted and called the same number I used before our stay. We're currently waiting on a response from Dave and our security deposit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the sound of the waves and being so close to the beach. The house was beautiful we really loved the hot tub down stairs. Our host was very nice and helpful. We plan to go back in the future. We had an amazing time the local people are very nice and helpful. We would highly recommend the runaway beach home for wonderful relaxing vacation. We had an excellent stay and already looking forward to our return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

jose h.

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

beach gateway

perfecto house super close to the beach will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great beach stay!

Our family of 6 had a wonderful stay at The Runaway. Home was clean and comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked. Split bedroom/bath floor plan was helpful for some who prefer to sleep in. Large balcony with beautiful beach views. Easy walk or golf cart ride to the beach. Host was attentive and easy to reach. We'd love to rent again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda J.

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

Family time at Crystal Beach

It was a great home with split floor plan, great hangout spaces upstairs and downstairs!! Loved being able to see the beach from the deck. Great location and neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha R.

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

Summer Vaca

Great location. Plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by David Hickle

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I love creating! Whether it's things, spaces, or experiences. My passions are food, travel, nature, and experiencing all that these things have to offer with my family. My hope is that you truly enjoy your stay in our home and have an amazing vacation experience!

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests