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Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views

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Welcome to Second Time Around!
Come relax, catch some sun, and listen to the waves!
Second Time Around
Gorgeous Gulf views
Front deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Crystal Beach, TX
  • Crystal Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Stingaree Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

3 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views

Second Time Around is a historic home that has been moved to the beach, a delightful mix of old and new! 4 Bedroom, 3 full baths, a wrap around deck with screened area, ample seating, and a down stairs begging to entertain are just a few of the highlights.
This home is located in Sandy Shores subdivision. A family oriented neighborhood in the heart of Crystal Beach. It is on the second row with gorgeous views of the Gulf with direct beach access to walk or drive just a block over.
The first thing you will notice upon arrival is the amazing entertainment area below the house. There is a picnic table, high table and 4 chairs, as well as a "photo ready" 2 seater brightly painted. The downstairs room has a full kitchen including Stove, Fridge, microwave, dish washer and coffee makers. It has roller doors to access the bar on the front and side. Inside there is another high table and chairs and a small bar. The back side has the original cathedral style double swing windows that can also be opened up to let the ocean breeze through.
Around the side of the incredible outdoor bar is another fantastic area to relax and enjoy your company. It offers a swing and 4 high chairs. The outdoor shower and grill are near this area.
When you make our way upstairs, the large deck has a table with chairs on one side and lounging and sunning chairs on the other side. You enter into the large open concept living area with high ceilings and a beautiful spiral stair case. The living area has comfortable seating, television with DishNetwork. It opens up to the kitchen only separated by the bar with 4 bar stools. The kitchen has everything you need to cook and serve meals, including 2 ovens, stove top, refrigerator with ice/water, wine fridge, dishwasher.
The front bedroom has a queen size bed and a double closet. It also provides great views of the gulf.
In the Hallway between the bedrooms and right of of the living area is a full bathroom with a separate tub, shower, and double vanity. The second bedroom also offers a queen bed. The 3rd bedroom is behind the kitchen and has a King bed, Tv with Dish Network, and access to the screened in portion of the deck. The second bathroom is located beside this room. It has a stand up tile shower.
The 4th bedroom is a loft. The stair case divides it into 2 sections. The left side has 1 queen bed and the full bathroom. The other side has 2 queen beds.
Second Time around offers great views, and a short walk to the beach. It is second row in Sandy Shores sub division.
We provide all of the basic household cleaners, trash bags, 2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom, 2 rolls of paper towels, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, bath towels and the beds are made for your arrival. Pack light and start having fun from the minute you arrive!

Property manager

Carinn Baker
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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 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 attractions include 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.
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Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stingaree Marina - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 48 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Port of Galveston - 48 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 49 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Crystal Beach and within 12 miles (20 km) of Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches. Fort Travis Seashore Park is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Great property!

Great property. Steps from the beach. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alycia M.

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

Great family vacation

We had an amazing stay! We loved hanging out in the bar and porch area downstairs. The only downfall was the Tropical Storm that came through.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra H., Oklahoma, USA

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

Perfect Place

This home was perfect for us! Loved the location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Cheryl W.

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

Great trip

There were a couple of electrical issues and some AC issues that were weather related but other than that the house was great. Downstairs kitchen was awesome. We have family that owns property in this subdivision and we try to stay in this area when we come. Great location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Second Time Around

This home was perfect for our family getaway. The kitchen downstairs was an added plus!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHELLEY P.

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

Great Location

This house was great for our family vacation. The property was clean and as described in the listing. The location close to the beach was wonderful. There were a few negatives but it did not impact the trip too much. The gas grill is not in working order and there were some kitchen supplies missing. Overall the property was great and would consider renting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Spring Break visit

House is beautiful and clean, everything was perfect. Great location close to the beach. Response time was excellent from Carin. I would absolutely stay here again and suggest to anyone who is thinking about it to just do it. You will not regret it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kourtney G.

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

Beautiful home

This home was a dream! It was gorgeous with the perfect view of the water from the front porch. It was spacious with plenty of room for all of us. The beds were comfortable. The kids loved the upstairs loft. The outdoor living areas were my favorite. Between kitchen with roll up doors for the bar, the hammock, the fire pit, the enclosed porch, and tons of seating, we were able to enjoy a lot of family time outside. The extra 4th bathroom downstairs was also a very nice addition. The host was easy to get ahold of, very nice and helpful. We would book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

CINDY T.

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

Crystal Beach Family Trip

The house is nice. The area under the house is a great place to cook, play and hang out with family. There were a few issues. When it rains, water comes in through the front bedroom window. The grill was broken. Upon leaving, you are asked to have all the towels washed, folded and put away. That’s kind of hard to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie M.

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

Great !! House !!

The Ladies and I have stay at a number of homes through out our travels. This home was so wonderful, and the quality of the furniture down to everything that was needed for our stay was there. Our host Carinn was all in for us. I ask for a couple things and she was there for us. Great Time !!!!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirby M.

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

Our Favorite Home on the Peninsula

This home was so charming! It was the perfect set-up for a 3 night multi-family stay including 3 couples, 4 teen girls, and their weird uncle. =) The home has many different sitting areas for groups to gather, the downstairs open kitchen was perfect for cooking breakfast and keeping drinks cold and easily accessible. We never had issues with mosquitos, as we have in other homes on the peninsula. I'm assuming this is because of the fantastic proximity to the beach and the nice breeze the location provides. The location truly couldn't be better, with a quick walk to the beach access and a short drive to the Big Store for any last minute necessities. The decor was warm and cozy, yet still totally "beach house" appropriate for the renovated historic home. We had a small issue with WiFi that resolved quickly by messaging the owner via VRBO. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would absolutely book this home again for our annual trip to this fun TX Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

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

Best beach house, Crystal Clear

What a wonderful home Second Time Around is. We had an incredible experience at this property. It was everything that was listed and shown on the VRBO site and more. Very comfortable, no one wanted for anything at this home. Very well appointed and everything worked, no issues with anything. We loved all the outdoor areas and spent all of our time outside while there. The kids loved having their own space in the loft. Plenty of room for everyone. The walk to the beach was very short and not a problem at all. We were happy we were one row back as it was very peaceful. They were spot on with the downstairs bar and kitchen, our favorite place to hang out. Carton was easy to communicate with and responded very quickly when contacted. Don’t have a negative thing to say about this property and would highly recommend it for a perfect place to relax and enjoy the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Carinn Baker

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English

Premier Host

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