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Stunning Villa with Upper Deck Views of the Gulf and Intercoastal Waterway.

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Pool
Outdoor dining
Smart TV
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 671 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪60 min drive‬

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  • Pool
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  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
4.1 out of 5, Very good, 641 reviews
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
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About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning Villa with Upper Deck Views of the Gulf and Intercoastal Waterway.

Experience the charm of this 2 Bed, 2 Bath Beach Villa, just a leisurely 5-minute stroll from the shore or a 30-second car ride to the public access point. For avid fishermen, our location is a quick 3-minute drive to the public boat ramp, offering easy access to exciting bay fishing adventures.

Indulge in culinary delights with the full kitchen and outdoor BBQ, perfect for al fresco dining on the top extended deck, boasting views of both the beach and intercoastal waterway.

For a day of sun and relaxation, beach chairs, horseshoes and beach towels are provided, ensuring your beach experience is complete. Additionally, indulge in the convenience of the outdoor shower featuring both cold and hot water, perfect for rinsing off all the sand after a day at the beach.

Explore nearby local hotspots offering live entertainment on weekends, adding an extra touch of excitement to your stay. Or enjoy the comfort of your own firepit with inviting seating—perfect for roasting marshmallows, making s’mores, and sharing laughs together. When you’re ready for a little friendly competition, break out a game of cornhole or board games.

Relax indoors with three smart TVs, providing you access to your favorite apps for limitless entertainment options. Stay connected with internet access to keep in touch. For added convenience, we offer a wireless charging pad and charging cubes to keep your devices powered up throughout your stay.

The Villa sleeps up to 7 guests, featuring a bunk room that sleeps 3 with a twin over queen bunk bed, a queen bed in the second full bedroom, and a queen pull-out couch.

The community also offers amenities such as an observation deck, fire pit, pool and playground, enhancing your overall vacation experience.

There is an outdoor camera below the house for security purposes. There are not any cameras inside the home.
During your stay at this villa, you're just a quick walk from Crystal Beach. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The villa includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned villa with kitchen, washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Crystal Beach and a 3-minute drive from Gilchrist Beach
Stunning Villa with Upper Deck Views of the Gulf and Intercoastal Waterway. offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Port Bolivar villa is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 21 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 762 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please set AC to 78.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Before you leave, run the dishwasher and wash kitchen items used, take out bagged trash, lock the door by pressing and holding the check mark button.

Please take out all the trash and place it in the outdoor trash cans before you leave.

Before you go, don't forget to take any leftover food items you brought with you.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Property not childproofed; lacks kid items

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Stunning Villa with Upper Deck Views of the Gulf and Intercoastal Waterway. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The hosts were great and very accommodating. Cute house with everything you could need. Our family enjoyed the pool/playground area as well as the easy beach access.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for the weekend! Great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cody K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kitchen was good. Plastic bowls with lids would be great. Never found the pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ricky W.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was great. Its about a 10 minute drive to all the main stuff in town, but there waa beach access across the street. Perfect distance from basically everything else. Absolutely perfect for 2 adults and 2 teens!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a good stay the distance to the beach was good. And the place was really nice. It was good for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet & Relaxing

The Seashell Shanty is incredible. It truly feels like home away from home. Very welcoming, comfortable, and relaxing. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

Liked: Cleanliness

4th of July weekend!

Cute and quiet, had all the amenities we could imagine! We are a family of four and this was the perfect size for us, our kids loved it too! Short drive to the beach, honestly we could have even walked. We had an amazing time and we plan to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little spot!

House was so cute and clean! Owners were easy and quick to communicate. Short little walk right down to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

brad b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacation home

House was as describe. Very quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good times

Great people to rent from. The cabin had everything you could ask making the trip very easy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moorthy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay to remember

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay except the initial hiccup of nature with outages. Thank God we came to know about the nicest people, owners of this property. They jumped in and made us feel like home away from home. We will come back again. We got a friend and a lifetime memory.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfext place for iur little family

Great location near the beach. Quiet neighborhood. House had everything we needes, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming & Perfect!

A++++ property!! Easy check in and once we opened the front door, we were amazed at how gorgeous the layout was! The decor and furniture is appointed perfectly! The rooms and beds were set up super cute! The bed was comfortable and the shower was great too! No detail was overlooked when it came to amenities! The kitchen was stocked with plenty of dishes, pans, utensils, etc...everything worked perfectly and everything was lined out to the T in the instructions/information about the place! We absolutely loved it and hope to visit again soon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice

The rental was perfect. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness

End of Summer Slice of Heaven

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Communication from our host and hostess was fabulous! The accommodations were lovely - indoors and out! Quiet neighborhood, close to the beach. We loved it!!! I only wish we’d been able to arrive earlier and stay longer! Next year!!! 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diona A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay for family.

The property was clean and just as adorable as the pictures on site. It was very close to immediate access and the owners provided a lot of extras to help us during our stay. The only complaints would be things outside of the owners control. The smell, due to standing water, was terrible when downstairs and the mosquitoes were quite horrible. However we lathered up on bug spray and enjoyed our stay! We will definitely be using this house again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheree K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean Clean Clean

It was just me and my 2 boys. The cabin is fantastic! Wi Fi was perfect with 3 tvs and our phones connected. Very short walk to the beach! We walked every time! The chairs and wagon that were provided were of great use and appreciated! The neighborhood is quite and family oriented. Everything is provided..shampoo, conditioner, body wash, towels, beach towels. LOVE the decor throughout! Its giving 5* Hotel vibes! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation!

It was a great spot for my boys and I! Perfect size for a small family! Great location too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Njce - Will Be Back

Very nice. Very clean. Full stocked. Great location straight to the beach over the main highway so recommend car/buggy. This place has a nice pool & playground too. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house

This little house is so cute & has the basic needs for a beach vacation. Conveniently located for a quick walk to the beach & the neighborhood was quiet and peaceful while we were there. The only down fall we had are the mosquitoes! Bring all the mosquito repellent and come enjoy a great escape at the beach. The provided towels, beach toys, chairs etc were life savers because we forgot a couple of items but they had us covered. My husband was in love with the 14 cup coffee maker provided and the stock of items the kitchen had for basic cooking. I would definitely book the house again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024