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Cozy Crystal Beach getaway with deck, close to beach

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Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Bolivar Peninsula
    1 min walk
  • Crystal Beach
    8 min walk
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    45 min drive
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    60 min drive

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About the area

Port Bolivar

With a stay at this vacation home in Port Bolivar (Crystal Beach), you'll be steps from Bolivar Peninsula and 8 minutes by foot from Crystal Beach. .This family-friendly vacation home is 16.5 mi (26.5 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 16.7 mi (26.8 km) from Port of Galveston.

What's nearby

  • Bolivar Peninsula - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crystal Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 45 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Port of Galveston - 45 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 46 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Crystal Beach getaway with deck, close to beach

Unwind at Sugar Sands! This 3-bedroom Crystal Beach getaway offers a large yard for lawn games & family fun. Just a 2-minute drive to the beach, your coastal escape awaits. Back at home, you can relax on the patio, grill on the BBQ, or explore nearby shops & restaurants. Sugar Sands provides a laid-back environment for creating lasting memories.

Location: Crystal Beach, Texas

Beach access: Less than a two minute drive from the sandy shores of the Gulf. Cars are permitted to park on the beach.

WIFI: Free high-speed WIFI is available throughout the home.

Cable: We provide Roku with access to Sling TV for live television channels. Guests are welcome to log into their own Amazon Prime, Netflix, or other streaming service apps as well.

Pet policy: Up to 2 pets are welcome in our home with a $25 fee per pet. We ask that pets stay off all furniture, are cleaned up after in the yard, and aren't left alone inside the home unless in a crate or kennel. Please message us if you’re planning on bringing your furry friend!

Parking: There is room for 4 cars in the driveway.

Party Policy: No parties are allowed at our home. Please look elsewhere if that is the intent of your trip.

Age Requirement: Guests must be 24+ to book.

At Sugar Sands, a memorable family getaway awaits. With the beach down the street, put on your swimsuits and make a splash in the ocean. Unwind and witness the awe-inspiring sunsets from the spacious deck, and begin creating cherished memories.

As you step into the open and airy living space, a stylish coastal charm exudes all around you. The fully stocked kitchen and dining area are ready for your culinary inspiration, while the convenient laundry room on the main floor ensures a hassle-free stay.

Off the living area, the bedrooms offer a range of sleeping options. The first bedroom features a comfortable king-size bed, while the second bedroom boasts a queen bed, a twin-over-twin bunk bed, and a full-over-full bunk bed – perfect for families with kids. The final bedroom is a haven for little ones, complete with twin bunks.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the charcoal grill provides an opportunity to savor juicy burgers while your children and furry companions frolic in the oversized yard. If you're seeking a Texas vacation filled with fun, sun, and excitement, Sugar Sands promises an unforgettable experience that will have your entire family longing to return time and again.

We are unable to price match any rates found on other booking platforms.

House rules:
- Guests must be 24+ to book the property.
- One-night stays must be approved.
- Groups larger than 10 need to be approved. We don't allow parties.
- Quiet hours are from 10pm-8am.
- Any damages to the house or property during your stay will result in a deduction or additional charge for the resulting repair/replacement cost.
- All pets must be approved by our team, stay off of all furniture, be cleaned up after in the yard, and not left alone inside the home unless in a kennel.
- No parking allowed on lawns, yards, empty grass lots or other neighbors’ driveways, even if their home appears unoccupied.
- Oversized vehicles/trailers are not permitted unless explicit approval has been received from our team.
- Do not turn the AC below 70 degrees. If you do, you will risk the AC unit freezing up, requiring it to thaw out which will result in the home getting extremely warm.
- Should an eviction occur due to breaking house rules (noise ordinance violations, excessive guests and/or vehicles beyond the agreed amount), there will be an $850 fine.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

BeachBox Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1194.8 sq ft (111 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

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Cozy Crystal Beach getaway with deck, close to beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 43 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Trip
We are a family of 4 adults and two dogs that stayed here for a week in October. The location of the home is a short walk to the beach. The home was clean and was efficient for our needs. We had some maintenance items come up and notified the owner immediately. They were very responsive and on top of anything we contacted them about. The only downfall was the storage space in the rooms. My husband and I were in the room with one bed and it was a tight space. There are no closets or storage cabinet aside from night stands in the room. We used the room that was being unused to put our clothes and bags. Had we needed all 3 rooms I think storage would have been an issue. I would suggest finding away to add dressers or some kind of portable closets to the rooms to store belongings.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend fishing trip
The house was just perfect for us. It was clean and comfortable. The location was great too. We had a great time and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
So close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Crystal Beach Fun!
Great house: clean, beautiful, comfortable beds. Awesome location; close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

karma s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable
Our stay was comfortable, the place was very clean and the location is great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Billy s.

Liked: Cleanliness
worth the money
well worth the money but could us some updates in the house
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tom H., Tyler,Tx.,US

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Beachy!
Good location....House met our needs....is an older home that has been updated some, but for the price was great. Had everything we needed.. Access to the beach was "just down the road. and location to stores was great............
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Perfect location! Beautiful house!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for family
The house is perfect for having kids of all ages. It was simple and not overdone like so many that can have too many things that can get in the way of small hands and feet. The host was amazing and checked on us daily via email. Check in/out instructions were very clear!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
Overall great place to stay for a beach vacation. Beach is a walkable distance from the house. Beds were comfy. Great communication with the property owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Jenny S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cheap Stay
If you are looking for cheap and no extra this might be the place otherwise not kid friendly nor safe: the stairwell going up to the main decking and front door has a huge gaping hole that a small child could easily fall through. The microwave doesn’t work. The house is very warm at night. The running water to the tubs/showers is mediocre. The house was barely cleaned for our use and definitely the floors had not been mopped..my kids feet turned black just walking around on the beach house flooring. The interior is lacking proper upkeep and maintenance Also the exterior patio under the beach house had substance dripping from pipes. Exposed wiring. The exterior house lacked a water house which would be super friendly and helpful being a beach house to rinse off beach stuff or even your kids. The exterior of the house is definitely lacking proper maintenance and upkeep. Pictures online are not entirely what you get. Our check in code was provided to us around 3 and house keeping was still on site when I showed up , what appeared to be them smoking at the picnic table On the carport under the beach house. I left to return later with the kids to find the house in sub par clean state. Again, if you are looking for a no thrills /frills cheap place to stay for the night , this is it. Otherwise , would not suggest for family with kids wanting a nice beach stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Marcie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
It was a nice place to stay to just relax and rejuvenate. Very quiet and peaceful. Will most likely rent from them again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getaway
Lovely accommodations! Clean, quiet neighborhood, kitchen well appointed. Just there for 1 night but it was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
We loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda M.

Good experience
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place to Chill
Me and my friend had a great time watching birds and talking walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danik B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay
We enjoyed our stay here. The property owner was beyond responsive to our questions. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
GKCD
We enjoyed our mini vacation at the beach and couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. It was so close to everything we needed and the walk to the beach was amazing. The host was very nice and answered any questions I had promptly. We will definitely be booking this house again on our next vacation to Crystal Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Renee T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stay from hell
The property was not clean at all and roach infested.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Bevan K., Sewickley

Crystal Beach: Late Summer
We were in the area for the triathlon in Bolivar and thought it would be fun to go down a few days early to play at the beach. I recognize that coastal properties do show signs of weathering more quickly than inland properties. This home needs a little TLC. It needs a thorough cleaning, the bathtubs lacked stoppers which made bathing children difficult, and one of the rooms had very poor air flow from a/c and was not cool enough to occupy in late summer months. The furnishings are “tired” with slipcovers that wouldn’t stay in place. Prior to booking, I asked for and was granted permission to extend checkout to noon. When I got back to the house after the race just a little before 11, someone was there trying to get into the house. I reminded them that we had extended the departure time to allow us to pack up and shower after the race. They seemed unaware of the arrangement. I will likely choose a different property next time we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan S.

Fun time at the beach
We had a great time. The beach is a short walk. The shed under the house was convenient place to stash the stroller. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and utensils. Beds were comfortable and we enjoyed watching movies on the Roku tv when we weren’t out. Ac kept us cool. Washer dryer really nice to have. There were small issues to deal with. Ac leaks water on the picnic table. Sandy bedsheets. Leak under kitchen sink. Dishwasher filter clogged with sand. No shower or hose outside to rinse off. Nothing we couldn’t handle, and certainly nothing to ruin a great time at the beach. Crystal beach is less crowded than other beaches and being able to stay so close was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael

The property was very affordable and if we had needed it, there was room for a large family. It was conveniently located near enough to the beach that you could walk if you wanted to. The condition of the property was adequate, but not up to the standards of a decent motel or most the VRBOs we have stayed at. Only about half the lights work, the toilet in the main bathroom lists to one side and bangs into the wall when you sit. There were bits of food under the table that had attracted ants. The dishwasher was full of dishes. The coffee maker hadn't been emptied of grounds since it was last used. The floor is uneven and has spongy areas that make you feel a bit off balance as you walk. The king bed is good, but the room it is in does not have adequate window covering to prevent the streetlight that just outside it from lighting the room. We tried the queen bed and that room was darker, but the bed was too hard from my liking. Like I said, it was a bargain so I'm not dissatisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will book again
Very clean house and kind, responsive host. Will certainly book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Rinda T.

It was a good walk to the beach
There was a problem you don’t have bugs underneath the kitchen sink I wasn’t sure if it was a roachs are what. I wished there would have been an elevator left so next year, I’m going to stay closer to the beach with an elevator lift. Y’all might need to talk to your cleaning people about where they keep the garbage can to clean better and under the rug in the living room there was quite a bit of sand. Oh, and you’ll need a water hose out there people do use water hoses. My barbecue grill stuff was dirty. I didn’t even use it but overall my stay was good. The beds were very comfortable. Pillows were awesome but overall I enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heriberto G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Great property and location, easy access to beach and stores
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023