Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Port Bolivar, is home to this vacation home. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum. Galveston Railroad Museum and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary are also worth visiting.
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 57 min drive - 35.2 km
Port of Galveston - 57 min drive - 34.1 km
Galveston Seawall - 57 min drive - 35.6 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 89 min drive
Restaurants
Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - 6 min drive
Nauti Beaver Hut - 2 min drive
Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 6 min drive
HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - 4 min drive
Dannays Donuts - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is S.S. Esmeralda-Newly built home-3min from beach pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at S.S. Esmeralda-Newly built home-3min from beach?
As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at S.S. Esmeralda-Newly built home-3min from beach on Oct 25, 2026 start from $364, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at S.S. Esmeralda-Newly built home-3min from beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at S.S. Esmeralda-Newly built home-3min from beach?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is S.S. Esmeralda-Newly built home-3min from beach located?
Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Crystal Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
We had a perfect little family vacation. Cabin had everything we needed. The deck is huge and the tiki bar up there is great. Was able to hang out up there on a bad weather day and still enjoy it. Would definitely stay here again.
We come down a couple times a year and this house was very close to the best value for the cost. It’s a very nice house and not overpriced. We will definitely consider renting again.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beach house was beautiful and beds were comfy. Lots of room for corn hole and grilling/hanging out downstairs after enjoying the beach all day, Enjoyed our stay.
This was a great place to stay for the week. Very clean and everything we needed. Greatly enjoyed the tiki bar upstairs so we didn't have to walk down stairs for the party.
We vacation in Crystal Beach every summer, and this beautiful property is by far the nicest we've visited. We will definifely be booking here again next year. Communication, location, ammenities, cleanliness, everything was perfect!
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful property! The house is tastefully decorated, giving it a cozy, welcoming feel that truly feels like a home away from home. It's located in a peaceful area, perfect for relaxing and just a short walk to the beach, which made morning strolls and sunset views so easy to enjoy. The location, comfort, and charm of this home exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a quiet getaway by the water!
We had a wonderful stay at this property! Everything was just as it was described in the listing. The owner was very prompt to reply back to all questions I had. We will absolutely recommend to friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2023
Thank you so much for staying!! We hope to host you again…
The property was absolutely beautiful. Extremely clean and well decorated. I seriously do not have a bad thing to say about the property. This was my 3rd time renting a beach house in Crystal Beach and by far the best one! Very short walk to the beach was great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Liz 4.
Mar 11, 2026
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty dishes stored in the drawers, dog feces on the stairs, thick dust on ceiling fan, loud noises from air conditioning. Dirty but family friendly ...
We enjoyed our first visit to this area - the house is very comfortable. Although we couldn’t enjoy the beach - it was very windy we did walk it one day and enjoyed looking for seashells. We took a day trip to Galveston and NASA - and the ferry was an enjoyable experience. Groceries are easy to find and dinner at Stingarees was delicious.
This beautiful home was in a perfect location in Crystal beach. The home was stocked with everything advertised and more. Very convenient. Host was accessible and responsive. Was the perfect spot for our family of 6 plus a visiting grandmother. We definitely hope to book again!
This was our second time staying at this beach house. I have always chosen diff beach houses in years past, but the first time we stayed here, it met and exceeded all our needs and wants. So we now will look to rent this same one for our trips. The owner is very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Kristi W.
Apr 14, 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
All of the bed sheets had dog hair covering them. There was hair inside and outside. When I reached out all they said was that they were sorry.