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Catch all the colors of the sunset over the open water and sand right from our deck!.
New 7 person hot tub for your family to enjoy under the shade of the house.New 7 person hot tub for your family to enjoy under the shade of the house.
We've got it all down here. Sit at the bar, watch TV, play games or clean the day's catch in the sink. Then just take it over to the charcoal grill and smoker a few feet away.
Let the kids play or have some adult gaming time to bring out your inner 80's child with some retro games. Up to 4 players.
Book Now!!! Redfish Retreat can't wait to host your family or group to help you relax and unwind just steps from the ocean!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Anahuac Wildlife Refuge Room

1 King Bed

Moody Gardens Room

4 Queen Beds

North Jetty Pier Room

2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Pleasure Pier Open Bunk and Game Room

2 Twin Beds

Stingaree Marina Room

1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hallway half-bathroom

Toilet

Master En-Suite Anahuac Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Sand Dollar Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Turtle Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Thanksgiving Open-BeachFront-Hot Tub-Arcades

*BEACHFRONT at Barrel 72 *2 four-person arcades
*Nintendo Switch *Foosball table
*Kid-Safe Axe Throwing Game *Beds for 20
*Huge charcoal grill & smoker *Custom tiki bar
*Margaritaville drink machine *Hammocks
*Giant Connect 4 *Custom Crystal Beach corn hole set
**Amazing 7 person hot tub installed under the house!!** 🤩🥳

Welcome to your BEACHFRONT house "Redfish Retreat" in Crystal Beach, TX!! (@RedfishRetreat)

There is no better feeling than waking up to the sound of the ocean and watching for dolphins as you sip coffee on the upper deck. Or sit on the expansive middle deck to watch the waves and sunset. Then, whenever you're ready to hit the beach, take 20 steps and your toes are in the sand. Come experience your ultimate beachfront vacation! This new home is perfect for your multi-family vacation, holiday gathering, or gorgeous beachfront getaway. Welcome to Redfish Retreat!

Did you catch that this house is BEACHFRONT!?!?! Just in case you missed what sets us apart from most of the other options out there, we are BEACHFRONT!! :)

*Additional amazing features inside*

-k-cup coffee make/press pot/drip pot/coffee bean grinder (BYO beans/filters/K-cups)

-fully loaded kitchen!!! Including: double Belgian waffle maker, toaster, blender, rice cooker, Kitchen Aid mixer, large crock pot, everything you need to cook for a group!

-high chair/ booster seat/ kid dishes

-basic spices, large mixing bowls, serving bowls and platter, huge pot for shrimp/lobster boil

-2 washers and dryers! Iron w/ironing board

-extra beach towels

-memory foam mattresses, luxury sheets & pillows

-bonus coffee bar in master bedroom w/ k-cup coffee maker

-OPEN game/ bunk room **5th bedroom is an OPEN room w/ games & hangout space and twin bunkbed - it is NOT a closed off room, doesn't have a door & is a WALK-THROUGH to the upper deck, so it may not be best suited for small children.**

*Additional bonus features outside*

-7 person hot tub under the house

-55 inch Roku TV you can watch from the hot tub

-2nd fridge w/freezer & ice maker

-outdoor sink & counter, 2 bar height tables w/chairs

-cornhole, ladder ball, giant Jenga, jumbo Connect Four game, yard dice

-enclosed hot/cold outdoor shower for rinsing off sand

-driveway parking for at least 6-7 vehicles or a gooseneck trailer/ boat and several cars

Bedroom Breakdown:

Bedroom #1 - Stingaree Marina Room: King bed, twin bunk bed (on main level)

Bedroom #2 - North Jetty Pier Room: King bed, twin bunk bed (on main level)

Bedroom #3 - Moody Gardens Room: 2 sets of queen bunks (on second floor)

Bedroom #4 - Anahuac Wildlife Refuge Room: King bed, on suite bathroom (on second floor)

Bedroom #5: Pleasure Pier Room: twin bunk beds **This 5th bedroom is an OPEN room with games and hangout space & a twin bunk bed - it is NOT a closed off room.** (on second floor)

All linens/bath towels are provided. Beds will be made up prior to your arrival. We provide a starter kit of household goods. If you are staying more than a couple of days you might need to purchase more.

Galveston, TX is just a short ferry ride away. The ferry is free & runs about every half hour during the day in peak season & about every hour overnight.

Please note: High-speed WiFi is provided for your streaming pleasure.

**Read carefully before deciding to book this property. By booking this property you agree to these rules.**

Absolutely no parties! All guests must be 23+ with the exception of children with their parent/ guardian. 20 person max in the house. Throwing a party or exceeding the maximum permitted occupancy will result in the loss of your deposit. You may also be asked to leave without refund.

HOT TUB RULES: You must rinse sand off before entering the hot tub! Children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Kids under the age of 5 should not be in hot tubs because of the temperature. No sand or any other substances in the hot tub, i.e. no bubbles, oils, soaps, etc. Clothing is not optional - swimwear must be worn. No horseplay or inappropriate behavior, no glassware, no smoking, no jumping or diving. Do not sit on the cover. If broken you may be charged for a replacement cover.

Absolutely NO smoking ANY substances in the house. Absolutely no fires, including candles. Unauthorized smoking or fires will be charged the full deposit hold amount plus damages and extra cleaning fees - including but not limited to smoke damage or odors.

No pets of any kind. You will be charged $500 plus extra cleaning fees if you bring a pet. This is for the benefit of all guests so that anyone with animal allergies can be confident they will be safe and comfortable staying in the house.

You will be required to sign a rental agreement and provide a picture of photo ID after booking. It is the booking guest's responsibility to get all other guests to read and agree to follow the rules of the rental agreement.

*No refunds for weather/ natural disasters/ power outages/ noise/ other things that are beyond our control.*

**It is highly recommended that you purchase an inexpensive travel insurance policy, especially if booking during typical hurricane season!! This gives you peace of mind in the event you have unforeseen circumstances that require you to cancel outside of the refund window on our cancellation policy. Please review, we have our policy set to "strict."

At Redfish Retreat you are beachfront on a public beach which will sometimes mean noise and music so we have provided sound machines in every bedroom so you can still sleep the night away. The beach is a drive-on beach, so please be aware and watch your kids on the beach.

Notice of Cameras: There are 2 exterior security cameras, one at the driveway and one facing down the steps to the main door. They are motion-sensored and on 24/7. Neither the house interior nor the exterior living spaces are visible to the cameras. If you interfere with the cameras, you will be asked to leave immediately with no refund.

Shampoos, toiletries, condiments, zip-locs, charcoal & coffee are NOT provided. Plan to bring your own or purchase them when you arrive.

A security deposit HOLD of $1000 will be placed on the credit card you use to make the reservation 2 days prior to your reservation date. This is NOT a charge, just a HOLD. It will be released after we have had a chance to inspect the property or within 7 days after your reservation ends, minus any damages found.

Property manager

Leslie, manager of Redfish Retreat
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
No pets. If you bring an unauthorized pet you will

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking anything inside the house.
*Absolutely no parties! *All guests must be 24+ with the exception of children with their parent/guardian. *20 person max. *No pets of any kind.
*Exceeding the maximum permitted occupancy will result in the loss of your deposit. *Absolutely NO smoking ANY substances in the house.
*All guests will be required to sign a rental agreement upon booking. *A $1000 deposit hold will be placed 2 days before booking.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Port Bolivar

Located on the beach, this vacation home is in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Port Bolivar. Texas Seaport Museum and Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Traveling with kids? Consider Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Haunted Mayfield Manor. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk
  • Bolivar Peninsula - 3 min walk
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 46 min drive
  • Port of Galveston - 46 min drive
  • Galveston Seawall - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thanksgiving Open-BeachFront-Hot Tub-Arcades pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Thanksgiving Open-BeachFront-Hot Tub-Arcades?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thanksgiving Open-BeachFront-Hot Tub-Arcades?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thanksgiving Open-BeachFront-Hot Tub-Arcades located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Crystal Beach and Bolivar Peninsula. Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beachfront Vacation Home for Kids of All Ages
Beautiful views from interior and from balconies. Fresh evening breezes… even though it was July. Note for Parents and Grandparents… If you walk the sandy path to the road, and access the beach from the road, you’ll walk past a small, free “Kids Library of Beach Toys” on the right. It’s a little collection kids can pick from and return at the end of the day. Feel free to leave your personal kid toys there if you’re not able to take them on your journey home. Other kiddos will enjoy them after your departure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Vacation
House was not clean. Refrigerators smelled and were dirty. House needed to be cleaned better. Mosquitos were horrible. Houses were closer together. Photos were deceiving. The view was beautiful. The house layout was great. Lots of little details. The cleanliness was just disappointing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place
We had an AMAZING time! This property was clean, stocked with everything you can imagine and the location and decor are perfect! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
This place is amazing. Great location, so close too the beach. Great amenities. Leslie was great to deal with. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property overlooking the beach
Great place, owners were very communicative and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mardon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
HOUSE and LOCATION are the chef's kiss! MUAH!
Stylish and comfortable home with fantastic view and access to the beach! This is our yearly family trip with 13 of us, ranging from 2 years, to preteen, to adult. Everything we needed from beach towels to kitchen necessities were available and in great condition. We enjoyed the lower level seating, hot tub, grill, extra fridge and serving bar for our brisket day. With a wide range in ages, the upstairs game room made an excellent second space for movies and fun. The outdoor shower worked especially well to keep the sand out of the home, and is under the home on the concrete which was great for staying cleaned off as we walked upstairs. Beds/pillows are comfy and sheets are soft; even had the cutest make-up towels. Love the 2 sets of washer/dryers with all of our crew! Hostess was super friendly and quick to respond with all of my questions. We love Crystal Beach's small town feel and this house made our stay even more special.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Our family and friends had an amazing getaway for my birthday and holiday weekend. The house did not disappoint! It has everything we needed and more. Everyone enjoyed all the arcade games and all the amenities the downstairs patio had to offer. The location was great! Would definitely return for another trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THE Place to stay on Crystal Beach
We were at this home for 10 days during August and definitely plan on going back. This home has the perfect set up for families and kids of all ages. Amongst many other things, one of my favorite things about the house was there was a living room downstairs for the adults to hang out and a game room upstairs for the kids to hang out. The house has all the accommodations you could ask for and has been one of my favorite stays at Crystal Beach. Great location, beach access, plenty of games under the house, fully stocked kitchen- all around great!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Haden R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best spot in Crystal Beach
This was the second time we have stayed at this property! It's always so easy to schedule and the host is amazing. The property works great with large groups. The entertaining space is nice with the video games and it's so close to the beach! Look no further book it today!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Clean, good layout, bunk beds and video games were a hit. Went with our young family, 8 adults, 8 kids and everybody was comfortable. Great patio to sit and hang in the evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel S., Shreveport

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely home
This was a fun house to stay in with kids. The kids loved the game room. Everyone had plenty of room and enjoyed the property. There were a lot of campers on the beach and they did play loud music all night during the weekend. I recommend this property for weekday stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
This was a perfect house and a perfect location. Our whole family loved this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
This house is amazing, do yourself a favor and stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rested
The view and the house were great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property!
This is by far one of the best stays we have had. The online pictures and description accurately matched the actual condition of the property. I highly recommend this property to anyone!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thankful
Thank you for allowing us to stay at your property. We loved the location and all the games.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Redfish
We loved our stay at redfish. The property is beautiful and Leslie was pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanner M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better Than Advertised
The pictures online do not do this property justice. Beautiful decoration, comfortable seating/beds, and great floor plan. The entertainment areas (on all 3 levels) were amazing and kept the kids entertained for hours! 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

salvador a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT LOCATION ,FAMILY FRIENDLY
We had such a great time the location was perfect car access for the beach literally 5 feet away location was perfect store right down the street family friendly had a blast game room was awesome big big balcony, They literally have everything you need for a beach trip,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
We had an amazing time! House was clean and right on the beach! Great location . Will be renting again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay With Mom & Dad
The property was perfect for us and our young adult kids. The open concept home left us with ample room to cook and move about in the kitchen, and lots of space to eat together and hang out playing cards later. The location of the home was perfect! While the atmosphere was fun and festive on the beach, we had a wonderful time relaxing on the deck with no issues. We came back relaxed and with lots of great memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Haden R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worth every penny!
The Redfish Retreat was amazing! The host was on top of everything for us. I loved how the house was equipped with things we didn't know we needed. The upstairs game room was a hot-spot for the kids and our family LOVED the downstairs sitting area! We will definetly be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fam Bam
This property is perfectly located right on the beach. This home is brand new! I think we were about one of the first of five groups that have stayed there. The layout is awesome. Highly recommended! The property manager Leslie was about the best I’ve ever worked with on a rental with Vrbo. Very accommodating to make everything perfect. Just like you want it. Thanks for a great weekend! Pat J
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J., Montgomery

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and we had everything we needed. Great location!! We will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mariann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Never left the house!
What a great house! Fully equipped kitchen and super clean. We never left the house which is what we wanted. More time spent on the beach making memories. This house allowed us to have good conversations, lots of laughs, make good food and relax. Communication with Leslie was very pleasant and she got back with me very fast. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Leslie, manager of Redfish Retreat

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What makes this property unique

You can't get closer to the beach than at Redfish Retreat. You will be right on the ocean as the property backs up to the beautiful sand of Crystal Beach. Watch the waves and the sunrise right from the expansive decks or from inside the house.

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