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Crystal Cove Cottage - Secluded Luxury Beachfront Property

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Property grounds
Beach
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • East Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Galveston Island Beaches
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Crystal Cove Cottage - Secluded Luxury Beachfront Property

Crystal Cove Cottage is a new luxury beachfront property that sits right on the beach with unobstructed ocean views nestled behind wildflower covered dunes with a quaint little path leading directly to the beach. It has a fully fenced in yard with no close side neighbors and is super close to the ferry so Galveston is just a skip, hop and a jump away and one of our favorite things to do; it runs 24 hours a day, is free and if you are lucky you can spot dolphins along the way!

Crystal Cove Cottage boasts an oversized deck where you can sit with your morning coffee or afternoon margarita and literally watch the ships sail in, which makes this house super unique. Away from the hustle and bustle of the party side of the beach, you can stroll the soft unrocky sand here without too much worry of traffic rolling by and there is a huge park right next to our little strand that’s perfect for a morning run or afternoon walk. If you like to fish, then this house is for you! We are right next to the boat dock and there are tons of good fishing spots right outside our doors.

This beach cottage was designed for couples and families in mind, not for partiers or large groups, there are plenty of larger houses on the big beach that you can rent if that is what you are looking for. This home is made for family memories, couple getaways and quaint holidays.

We have everything you will need during your stay from a fully stocked kitchen to sand toys and beach towels to lots of board games for those relaxing rainy beach days inside. This rental comes fully equipped with a washer and dryer and cleaning supplies for all of life’s little messes. You will find our home in pristine condition and we ask you treat it like you found it. We have a very strict NO SMOKING policy in which our thorough maid services double check after every booking to verify it has been treated with kindness and not been smoked in. If smoke smell of any kind is detected, you will be charged to repaint the entire interior, please just choose a different house! There are 2 exterior ring cameras provided for extra safety and security as well as a newly added baby/pet gate at the top of the stairs. We also provide all bed linens and bath towels, have all tv streaming services available and Wi-Fi is provided.

There is a fire pit downstairs so don’t forget to bring s’mores supplies for those Texas starry nights! An outdoor shower is also downstairs where you can rinse your feet off before heading inside as well as a 240 volt plug for anyone with an electric vehicle. The master suite has a full ocean view from every window and an en-suite bathroom with ample closet space for your luggage. Then the secondary guest bedroom also has ocean views from its window and a queen bed with its own private closet. Lastly we have the bunk room with 4 twin bunk beds perfect for the kiddos. There is a full bathroom in between the two with a shower and a bathtub, where the laundry closet is also conveniently located. The main living, dining and kitchen is all open concept and lined with windows to see the ocean from every room. The whole house was decorated by a high end interior designer from Houston, who took great pride in turning this beach cottage into what it is now, for you to enjoy. So look no further, there is no other Texas beach house out there like this one and we know you will have a wonderful time at Crystal Cove Cottage! *** If CCC is booked our sister property Gulf Pelican Villa is right down the street and equally amazing! https://www.vrbo.com/3854642?fbclid=PAAabLE5pg2FSNntjxACObONxHEqWCRys1H9TM7RQ1ffUhDD7-5FxuImW4mPQ_aem_ATWNT_QFsXCZxiIvmSp8gRXHOBRgjM4Fx6yg7s4wff7HM4GrxNtKMGoFIZJT5FIIj0o Both have access to the beach, fishing jetty, boat ramp and Bolivar Flats Bird Sanctuary, as well as right by the ferry. Joint bookings for both properties are available for multiple family gatherings, message us for details to get a bulk booking discount!

Property manager

Prescott & Carolyn
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Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 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 and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING of any kind on balcony or inside house!!!

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 in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Moody Gardens and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bolivar Peninsula, TX

What's nearby

  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 35 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Port of Galveston - 35 min drive - 12.2 km
  • East Beach - 36 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 36 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 45 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Katie's Seafood House - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Mario's Seawall Italian and Pizzeria - ‬34 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Cove Cottage - Secluded Luxury Beachfront Property pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Crystal Cove Cottage - Secluded Luxury Beachfront Property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Cove Cottage - Secluded Luxury Beachfront Property?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Cove Cottage - Secluded Luxury Beachfront Property located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port Bolivar holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Port Bolivar Beaches and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Fort Travis Seashore Park. Crystal Beach and Galveston Ferry Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Spring Break

Great house with great ocean front views. Almost like having a private beach. Highly recommended. Hosts were great to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia G.

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

Quiet paradise

What a wonderful stay we had! Our dogs enjoyed the fenced backyard and private beach access. Close to the ferry to downtown Galveston and then 10min drive to restaurants and shops on the peninsula. The master bed was super comfortable with gorgeous views of the water. Very clean overall. Can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tana C.

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

Great location

Loved the location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale P.

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

Beach birthday

Attractive, private,Well maintained, comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Perfect for Us

We enjoyed this beautiful beach cottage, It was exactly what we wanted
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Great spring break

First of all the property is amazing the hosts were very responsive we didn’t need anything. Everything was just as Vrbo says it was this is the perfect place for a family to have a nice quiet spring break or take a quick 17min ferry ride over to Galveston and go to all of the tourist destinations. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be staying again soon
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Lovely July 4th stay

The house was very nicely decorated just as the pictures show in the listing. We had a lovely time watching the ships and fireworks from the front porch. If you are looking for a quiet beach to relax this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen v.

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

Get away with daughter-in-laws

Had a wonderful time! It was everything we expected and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda T.

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

Post Honeymoon

This was home was immaculate, beautiful view, great host….and did I mention the home?!! It was a dream come true for my Husband and I. Definitely staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

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

Great Place!

We enjoyed how close the house was to the beach. It is the closest I have ever been in Galveston/Bolivar. Usually the dune areas are quite long but this one was very short. The house is very nice. We will probably be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Beach Getaway

This property was decorated so cute. The beach was just out the door and very private! Every need was anticipated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Relaxing Beachfront Vacation

This vacation home was truly amazing! The pictures were spot on. It was so refreshing to pull into the gate, close it behind us & let our dog out to explore the nice size yard. It was also so nice to walk our dog at Fort Travis Seashore Park just next door. The oversized porch was lovely with a spectacular view of the gulf. We really enjoyed watching the ships come in & out. The home is beautifully decorated & is so relaxing. It had everything we needed & more. We look forward to staying here again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin B.

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

Beachfront Beauty

We had an amazing stay at the Crystal Cove Cottage. The decor is beautiful and so serene. Every detail is thought of and the home was spotless. The beds and linens were super comfy! The best part was dining and hanging outside on the large porch and taking in the beauty of the gulf. We even saw dolphins one morning! Our family left feeling relaxed and recharged. Thank you to our wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaTanya S.

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

Beach Getaway

A wonderful little gem on the beach!!! This was a quick getaway for our family. Our children LOVE the beach and Crystal Cove Cottage was simply amazing! All of our needs were met and the hosts went above and beyond for us. For our short time there we made so many BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES! Thank you again to Carolyn & Preston for making us feel at home!!! We will be back soon.......
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hortencia M.

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

wonderful weekend vacation!

The check in/out instructions were very detailed and clear. The property was updated, decorated tastefully, well maintained and squeaky clean. The neighborhood was private, quiet and very close to the Ferry, Fort Travis Park and the jetty. There were so many thoughtful details such as candles, extra flashlight, extra blankets, picnic basket ….the list is endless! The porch was amazing with an impressive view of the gulf. We really enjoyed watching the ships and all the shorebirds. Thank you for making our vacation spectacular! We will definitely be back to stay again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

AWESOME!!!

This place is amazing. Extremely clean, the decor is beautiful, and the deck overlooking the beach/ship & cruise line channel is beautiful. The beach is feet away from the beach. The bbq'ing on the deck overlooking the beach with the breeze was so relaxing. The beach is secluded and very clean. Hands down I will return. Thank you Carolyn and Prescott for an amazing stay. It was just what I needed!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John E.

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

Great house and quite Beach

This is a great house near a quite beach. The house was great. The views of the ocean is wonderful, with a quick few steps over the sand dune to the beach. This is next to the shipping channel so you will see big ships throughout the day. The ferry ride takes between 45 min to typically 1.5 hours. We did have one day at noon during spring break that took 2.5 hours to cross on the ferry so plan your day accordingly if you want to go to Galveston. Generally early morning or late at night are the bet times to cross by ferry.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun E.

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

Best view and as close to a private beach as possible

This house is very different from any of the other houses we have stayed at on the beach. The beach is situated between a bird aviary sanctuary and a wall to break up the waves. Needless to say, the waves were not huge. This was perfect for my young children as well as for paddleboarding & kayaking without fear of tipping over. We saw dolphins from the front porch and met really nice fishermen who taught our kids about catching crabs. My whole family loved it. Communication with the host was great. They don't use a property management service so I could actually contact them. It was a wonderful stay and we will most likely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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