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Ocean and Bay View ~ 5★ Location, Private Beach Access

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Welcome to Serenity Now!
The Dunes has private golf cart and pedestrian access only.
Plenty of room for parking.
Morning coffee and a good book.
Beach and bay views from the deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8122.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Crystal Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Stingaree Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Ocean and Bay View ~ 5★ Location, Private Beach Access

Serenity Now! is located in a serene, quiet and private neighborhood in Bolivar Peninsula. Close to local restaurants and attractions. Open concept, 3 bedroom and 2 bath home with natural light permeating every room. Spacious and family-friendly environment.

Amenities include:
• Family Games
• (2) 55 inch and (2) 32 inch Smart TV’s
• Beach/Bath Towels / Linens
• Keurig/Drip Coffee Makers
• Instant Pot
• Blender
• Washer/Dryer
• Indoor Bar Seating for 6
• Outdoor Dining/Bar Seating for 8 +
• Low cost Golf Cart Rental

RESERVE SERENITY NOW!
The space
Serenity Now! Insanity Later...Seinfeld Fans: yes, you picked up on that correctly.

The house is so appropriately named as one gains a bit of serenity sitting on the deck and listening to the beach waves crash, or napping on the outdoor.. or indoor couch (wear its cold as ice) in the middle of a hot Texas day. Playing family games at the big table under the stars and soft lights, there is a lot to slow down and enjoy here.

Start at the deck:
• Ocean and Bay views
• Seating for 10+ for bird watching
• 4 captains chairs made for coffee drinking
• Wicker outdoor couch great for napping, Papa approved (he’s just
resting his eyes…)
• 10 foot - 8 chair bar height table with two 7 foot umbrellas (the big table)
Perfect for family dining
• Soft, outdoor lighting just bright enough to still see the stars at night

A walk through, when you raise the shutters and open the living room you will find:
• Denim love seat, couch, chair and ottoman
• Entry way table containing the garage key and manuals to various things
in the house
• 55” Smart Fire TV with family games stored in the cabinet.

Master Bedroom to the left:
• Queen Bed with a view of the ocean to your left. Great for mid-day naps.
• Ceiling fan
• Closet to your left equipped with hangers
• 55” Smart Fire TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime TV, and Disney+
• Cell phone and watch chargers on both night stands

Master Bathroom
• Two sinks
• Shower with Dove body wash, Dove shampoo, and Dove conditioner
provided
• Hair Dryer provided in drawer
• Toilet separated with a pocket door
• Bath Towels and Washcloths in overhead cabinet
• Large closet
• Spare Blanket and Queen sized air mattress located in closet

Keep walking straight through the bathroom and the laundry room is behind the door at the end of the master bath.
Laundry Room
• Washer
• Dryer
• Vacuum
• Mop
• Beach Towels on shelf overhead
• Laundry Detergent
• Bleach
• Laundry sorting bin to the right of the dryer

To the right of the laundry room that is secured by a pocket door, is the kitchen.

Kitchen
• Spacious French door, stainless steel refrigerator. Filtered ice
maker/water dispenser
• Microwave
• Electric Stove
• Dishwasher
• Double Sink with garbage disposal
• Locked owner’s closet across from the fridg for owner’s personal items.
• Cabinets filled with pots/pans, mixing bowls, toaster, griddle, mini food
prep mixer, casserole dishes, cutting boards
• Children’s dinnerware, utensils, and cups
• Keurig and Pods provided with coffee mugs above
• Drip Coffee machine and Instant Pot provided in cabinet above pantry
• Knife Set
• Dish towels
• Oven Mitts
• Spacious bar with seating for 6
• Wifi Network ID and Password in a picture frame at the end of the bar

To the left of the kitchen you will find the other two bedrooms and guest bathroom.
Bedroom 2
• Full sized bed
• Ceiling fan
• Dresser
• Closet with hangers
• Nightstands
• 32” Smart Fire TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime TV and Disney+
• Built-in dresser

Guest Bathroom
• Shower equipped with Dove body wash, Dove shampoo, and Dove
conditioner
• Towels and washcloths in cabinet overhead toilet
• Sink equipped with hand soap and extra toilet paper underneath
• Hair Dryer provided in drawer
• Large windows that let in natural light
• Electronic shutters can be shut to darken room if you are a late sleeper.
Hey, it’s vacation!

Bedroom 3
• (2) Twin Beds with nighstand in between
• Built-in Dresser
• 32” Smart Fire TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime TV and Disney+
• Closet with hangers
• Ceiling Fan
• Electronic shutters that can be shut to darken the room if you are a late
sleeper. Hey, it’s vacation!

Downstairs there is a garage with beach toys, chairs and more to enjoy your time on our beautiful Texas beach. We also have a golf cart that can be rented for one of the lowest rates on the island.

Guest access
Entire house except for owner's closet in kitchen and locked garage on the left downstairs.
Other things to note
Golf cart available with rental for additional fee and contract.

★ COVID-19 SANITIZATION ★
Heath, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we use a thorough cleaning process after each check-out.

Feel free to contact us with any additional questions you might have.

Property manager

Lauren Satterfield
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties. No cats (owner is allergic). No tents on the property.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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. Fort Travis Seashore Park and East End Historic District are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting.
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Bolivar Peninsula, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stingaree Marina - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 49 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Port of Galveston - 49 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 50 min drive - 34.0 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean and Bay View ~ 5★ Location, Private Beach Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Ocean and Bay View ~ 5★ Location, Private Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean and Bay View ~ 5★ Location, Private Beach Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean and Bay View ~ 5★ Location, Private Beach Access located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Crystal Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Stingaree Marina. Gilchrist Beach and High Island Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

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

Great Getaway by the beach

The house was very well outfitted for our family of 6. The kitchen had everything we needed and all was in working order. You could tell the owners cared about their guest and their experience. The cart and sand toys were a great surprise. The house was well kept and cared for. We will return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert r.

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

Peaceful

Great beach
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

Great beach house!

We had a wonderful time celebrating Christmas at this beach house. What you see in the photos is exactly what you get. It was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. The host was wonderful at communicating and making sure everything was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey D.

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

Awesome home

Very well appointed, great location to the beach. Furniture was comfortable and appliances were new and worked great. Very clean and well maintained property, Will definitely rent again. Highy recommended!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen S.

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

Wonderful family getaway

We had a great time at Serenity Now beach house. It was great location and felt like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda W.

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

Superb Accommodations!

The pin on VBRO was off quite a bit but other than that, the house was like new. Every appliance, dinnerware, silverware...Everything but the food was provided! Comfortable beds and furnishings. I definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristina m.

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

Perfect vacation home

Very clean, nicely furnished, great hosts, quiet community, exceeded expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas O.

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

Great Beach House

Perfect home away from home! House was perfect! Has everything you need! Beach access was superb! Would definitely recommend for future stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Hurricane Beryl

Sadly we didn't get a chance to experience this wonderful property, due to the hurricane and power outage. The host however was absolutely incredible and went above and beyond. Words cannot describe how nice and helpful they were. We will be renting this again in the very near future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni W.

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

Great Property!

This is the most beautifully appointed VRBO we've stayed in. The hosts have done an amazing job with their home. Communication with Lauren before and during our stay was top notch. She is super responsive and helpful. Beach is a quick walk from the home, and the wagon provided is great at hauling chairs, umbrella, cooler, etc. I had somehow made this area of the beach out to be pedestrian only. It is not. But, for 2 of our 3 beach days there were not a lot of cars around where we set up. The 4th of July was another story! We spent that day in a golf cart cruising the beach people watching. The home was very clean and well stocked. Check in and out were super easy, and we loved being able to lower the shutters for an extra dark room for sleeping. Would not hesitate to recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik C.

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

Quick Getaway

Very relaxing, easy access to beach, very nice, clean home with all the amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

james b.

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

Family Vacation

Great property and quiet area close to beach with easy path to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randi M.

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

Great Stay

We had a great stay and enjoyed it. The house was roomy and everything we needed. The walk to the beach is short. Just be conscious that if you want to drive onto the beach there is no beach access from the neighborhood and you will need to drive the main street down to gain drivable beach access. We were aware of this as we visit the peninsula often, but its worth noting for newbies.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlean C.

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

Very Pleasant Stay...

My friends and I are all women over 50, and we've been traveling together to VRBOs all over the world for the past 20 years. We found the house at Serenity Now to be lovely and well appointed, with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The beds were super comfortable, which is extremely important for women our age! The kitchen had all the cookware and gadgets we needed to prepare wonderful meals. We would definitely look to stay at Serenity Now again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Paradise

Lauren was super and very responsive to every message I sent!! The property itself was so homey ❤️ We would absolutely recommend this property to anyone!! We will definitely book here again!! Thank you for a super awesome Anniversary weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephani B.

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

Girls Trip 2023

We had a great time and loved your property. The neighborhood was very nice and quiet and clean. Loved the peninsula. Can't say enough about how nice your property is. We'll definitely recommend your property to our friends and would love to come back again,.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

nichole m.

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

Great Family Getaway

We took a end of the summer trip with the kids and had a great & relaxing time! Great house + great location+ great company = Forever memories!!! Definitely will be coming back and couldn’t thank the host enough for the thorough communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

Crystal beach

The house was amazing! We really enjoyed our stay. Lauren was great. Any request we had she would respond to us in a very timely manner. I would highly recommend staying here if you’re going to a Crystal Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

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

Perfect Getaway

We loved everything about our stay! The location is perfect. It is in quiet neighborhood with private beach access which the adults appreciated. It is also close enough to the more populated section of the beach which our teenagers enjoyed visiting using the golf cart. The house was so amazing that my husband spent an hour of the last day sketching it out with dreams of replicating it in our retirement years. The house is clean and well decorated in lovely yet comfortable way. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we need to prepare meals. The large bar was perfect for eating and keeping the snacks accessible for the hungry teens. The beds were comfortable for everyone. It was also nice that beach towels, beach chairs and boogie boards were provided. We loved it all and look forward to a future stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe M.

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

Perfect Place

Wonderful stay! Loved the house! Loved the location! Loved our stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

james b.

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

Amazing

Great, relaxing getaway. Very clean, close to the beach, great decor. It was a great family vacation. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Amenities were great

great A/C and amenities, especially liked all of the variety of coffees, the fluffy towels and all of the beach gear available for use.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay F.

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

Perfect getaway for our family

We drove down from Dallas for a few nights for a little family getaway. Home was very clean and tidy. They had everything we could of needed and we really appreciated that! My little kids LOVED the easy and quick beach access on the golf cart! They thought it was just the coolest thing to drive on the beach. The night we arrived a bad storm blew through and knocked the power out. The next morning it was still out, and Lauren/husband reached out offering to bring us generators and AC unit. It ended up coming back on shortly after, but we thought that was super nice of them!!!! We enjoyed our stay and thank Lauren for all her information, helpful tips, and being so easy to communicate with thru the whole process/stay. My kids are already asking when we can go back again! You won’t be disappointed booking here! It was a fabulous time for my family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

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

Great Property!

Amazing location and beautiful home. Hosts were exceptional with a few hiccups we had and got us squared away without delay. The home is exactly as advertised and access to the beach is so easy to use. We rented the golf cart which made our stay and trips to and from the beach so simple and stress free! Would highly recommend and will hopefully be back ourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean F., USA

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

Decompression Stay!

My wife and I along with two 17 year old teens enjoyed our stay at Serenity very much. Weather was perfect, few people at the beach and the accommodations were great. Well equipped kitchen with everything you need, even coffee! We would highly recommend and plan to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lauren Satterfield

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Hi! We are Lauren and Brandon and we welcome you to our home. We love adventuring with our boys and dogs. Our travels have taken us many places but near the ocean is always our favorite!

Why they chose this property

Local Food

Steve's Landing - 1290 Bay Vue Rd, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Casual-chic seafood & steak restaurant on the water with a full bar, outdoor seating, dock & views.

Stingaree Marina and Restaurant - Address: 1295 N Stingaree Dr, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Laid-back seafood destination situated on Galveston Bay offering tables inside & out on the patio. Great views.

Ocean Grille - 2275 TX-87 #15, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
oceangrillecrystalbeach.com

B & Dub's Grub Food Truck- 1757 TX-87 south, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Home of the Badass Burger!

Mamma Mia's Food Truck - 2017 TX-87 Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Wings, Subs, Pizza

ALOHA Crystal Beach - 2120 TX-87 Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Beach treats, refreshers, smoothies, coffee & tea

HardHeads - 1035 TX-87 Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Casual, coastal eatery with seafood & American fare, full bar, lots of TV's.

Local Attractions:
The Big Store and Ace Hardware - 2385 TX-87 Crystal Beach, TX 77650
One stop shop for fuel, groceries, beach toys, clothing....anything you might need, The Big Store has it!

Bolivar Beach Club and RV Resort - 796 TX-87 Crystal Beach, TX 77650
bolivarbeachclub.com
Private Poolside cabana reservations, Bar & Grill, day pass reservations, Texas sized pool/swim-up bar, poolside food & drink service

Fun Town Water Park - 995 Noble Carl Dr. Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Very small water park attraction for kids with two slides and a lazy river. Hourly or day passes available.

Fun Spot Water Slide - 2061 TX-87 Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Fun spot with dual slides on a hill. Place to wash the sand off after a day at the beach.

The Gulf Range Mini Golf - 1987 TX-87 Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Fun Miniature Golf range with a family saloon for drinks and food.

Latitude 29.2 Surf Shop - 1400 TX-87 Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Fun surf shop packed to the gills with name brand clothing and accessories as well as souvenirs and beach toys.

What makes this property unique

Who does not enjoy a nice golf cart ride? The best way to get around Crystal Beach in the summer months is by golf cart, not because of traffic, but just because it's fun.
Golf carts can be used on the city streets and on the beach. Golf carts cannot be used on or along the side of the main path through Crystal beach, Hwy 87. So how does one get around?
Golf carts are allowed to directly cross the Hwy. The beach and Hwy 87 run parallel to each other, so anything you would like to get to turns into a ride down the beach, then a quick ride on a local street to your destination such as restaurants and stores:

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests