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Free to Beach!! Cozy Crystal Beach Getaway – Steps from the Beach!!!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV
Exterior
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 898 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Port Bolivar, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stingaree Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪51 min drive‬

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  • Kitchen
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  • Dryer
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About the area

Port Bolivar

With a stay at this vacation home in Port Bolivar (Crystal Beach), you'll be a short 4-minute walk from Crystal Beach and within 3 minutes by car from Stingaree Marina. .This vacation home is 19.2 mi (30.9 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 19.4 mi (31.2 km) from Port of Galveston.
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stingaree Marina - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 51 min drive - 40.0 km
  • Port of Galveston - 51 min drive - 38.9 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 55 min drive - 44.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Free to Beach!! Cozy Crystal Beach Getaway – Steps from the Beach!!!

Welcome to our charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom beach house that accommodates up to 8 guests with just a 2-minute walk to the pristine shoreline! Perfect for a family vacation or a romantic getaway, this elevated retreat offers stunning ocean views and modern comforts.

**Key Features:**

- **Location:** Enjoy the convenience of being a short walk away from the beach. Our property also provides vehicle access to the beach for easy transportation of beach gear. It also is very near the peninsula’s shops and restaurants.
- **Outdoor Space:** Relax on the spacious wrap-around deck with comfortable seating and a dining area, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or evening cocktails while soaking in the coastal breeze.
- **Living Area:** The open-concept living room is tastefully furnished with cozy seating, a flat-screen smart TV, and a DVD player and collection creating a welcoming space for relaxation and entertainment. There are board games for family fun and books for relaxing reading.
- **Kitchen:** Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, ample counter space, a dining table, and an island with a bar and bar stools, making meal preparation a breeze.
- **Bedrooms:** Two comfortable bedrooms, each with plush bedding and ample storage space. The master bedroom features a queen size bed and an en-suite bathroom for added privacy. The second bedroom boasts 2 full size beds. Both bedrooms are equipped with smart TV’s and DVD players.
- **Bathrooms:** Two full bathrooms, stocked with fresh towels and essential toiletries.
- **Amenities:** High-speed Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, washer and dryer, charcoal grill, outdoor swing, picnic table, outdoor dining table and chairs, and free parking.

**Nearby Attractions:**

- **Beach:** Just a short stroll away, enjoy sunbathing, swimming, and beachcombing on the beautiful sandy shores.
- **Dining:** Explore a variety of local restaurants and cafes offering fresh seafood and coastal cuisine.
- **Activities:** Engage in water sports, fishing, and beachside picnics, or take a scenic drive along the coast.
**Book Your Stay:**
Escape to our cozy coastal haven for a memorable beach vacation “Making Memories and Sharing Smiles.”Book now and experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure!

**House Rules:**

- No smoking
- No parties or events
- Check-in: 3 PM, Check-out: 11 AM

Reserve your dates today and start planning your dream beach getaway!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features games, a playground, and surfing/body boarding nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking Prohibited Inside. May Smoke Outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,050 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Pets must be approved at booking. 2 max. No Cats.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Free to Beach!! Cozy Crystal Beach Getaway – Steps from the Beach!!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome owners!

We were very impressed with the house and location to the beach! Communication with the owners was seamless and they were beyond friendly! I definitely recommend if you are planning a trip to Crystal Beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cabin with a great location

This cabin was just what we needed this week. Free to Beach has a great location with a less than 5 minute walk to the beach and close to The Stingaree restaurant. Be sure to catch a sunset on the deck there if you get a chance. Thanks for letting us make memories at your cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is great and an awesome location. Unfortunately we were not able to stay because of internet issues. I had a last minute project and there was not internet. I definitely would recommend this place. The host are very attentive and respond to your messages.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Not too far from the beach, and the house is nice and cozy! Perfect for a couple or a small family to stay at!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha J.

Liked: Cleanliness

As promised!

We were looking for a place to relax on land for a couple days following our cruise and this place was perfect. Easy walk to beach and comfortable deck to relax on. Restaurants and shopping all close. It was the ideal size and configuration for a couple plus 2 additional friends and the kitchen was fully stocked with dishes, glasses, utensils, pans, etc for those lazy vacation breakfasts and snacking. Loved our stay and we are already thinking about our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

We rented Free to Beach for Father's day and we absolutely loved this property and the managers. They were very friendly and upfront, everything was pretty straightforward. It had everything thing we needed for our weekend and was close enough to the shore that we could walk down. Grill, outdoor shower, ice in the freezer, marshmallow roasting sticks in the drawer, I mean it had everything we needed but food. We will definitely be staying here again. Thank you Jeremy and Courtney!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil F., Longview, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

70th Birthday

Prior to spending the weekend with our entire family(21 total) at a larger VBRO property in Crystal Beach to celebrate my 70th birthday, my wife and booked a 2-night stay at Free to the Beach. I wanted to spend a little time kayak fishing in the bay. Our stay was very relaxing and the house was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myles P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time!

The cabin is in a great location! It was very clean and very homely! Had a very great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candace P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We had a great trip to celebrate my daughter‘s 10th birthday! Check in was easy, the house had everything that we needed and the views from the balcony were beautiful! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Buffy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great location. House was comfortable, clean and cold. Will be renting again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B., Des Moines, IA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach house

My mom, myself and two teens stayed at Free to Beach for two nights while visiting family down south. The house is super clean and had absolutely everything we needed. It felt big enough for the four of us, especially when we used the ample deck space. The beach is less than five minutes from the house on foot, which is super nice because there is no public parking at any of the beaches on Bolivar Peninsula unless you pay for a parking pass (I think it was $10). It was really fun to get up in the morning and walk on the beach when it was quiet and be able to visit the ocean anytime we wanted. Sunsets were glorious. I really have nothing but glowing remarks for the property. I would have loved to have been able to recycle, but sadly that doesn’t seem to be a priority in Texas. Crystal Beach has a different feel with people being able to drive and park on the sand, music blaring and sometimes exhibiting some obnoxious behavior like driving too fast, lots of litter left at the end of the day, etc. There was fantastic birdwatching on the back side of the island. Lots of new developments going into that marsh, so hopefully the full time residents on the island will work to keep parts of it wild. Bolivar Peninsula is not as commercial as Galveston, but it seems like it’s growing very quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorena J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our First Family Vacation

Perfect location! Condo was super clean and spacious. I love how secluded it felt. Definitely felt like home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to the beach

It was a great rental house and super close to the beach! Hosts are very nice and responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Guillory’s

Awesome place! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Had a fantastic time. This property was clean and with in walking distance to the beach. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Keith T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach weekend

Two couples stayed and really enjoyed the property. We loved the house and the amenities in the area. Fun weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful beach house.

We had a really nice time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alena R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Place!

The house was clean, perfect location, and everything we needed for a weekend at the beach. Jeremy and Courtney are wonderful hosts, communication with them is very easy. I would definitely rent again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R., Iola Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Home

The perfect rental for a home away from home! Super clean and cozy and perfect location! Will be staying again next summer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Antonio G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Crab festival

Great time. House walking distance to beach and store. Everything was as advertised. Will rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wade C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice pleasant place

Positive

10/10 Excellent

Cole P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing get away for the weekend

Very clean property, very homelike and very accessible to all parts of bolivar.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim M., Lago Vista, TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to Stay

This place was a great place to stay, the communication with the owners was great. It was a nice get-a-way and we loved it was so close to the beach. If you forgot something, there is a store with quite a variety to choose from. We would recommend this place for those wanting to get away and be close to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Property and Amazing Hosts!

Great location to the beach and the house was very clean and cozy! Hosts were friendly and accommodating. They are our first contact for amy future stays at the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Crystalee W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Stay!

We enjoyed our stay! And we appreciated the communication with the property owner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020