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Family-Friendly Beachfront Oasis | Gulf of America Views

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 141400 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Washer
Outdoor space

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Crystal Beach, TX

Crystal Beach
‪2 min walk‬
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
‪47 min drive‬
Galveston Island Beaches
‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4 - Pirate Room!

3 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Family-Friendly Beachfront Oasis | Gulf of America Views

Welcome to Stella by the Sea at Crystal Beach, a beautifully-decorated beach house with a huge deck and panoramic views of the sandy shores. With a pirate-themed kids’ room, full kitchen, and spacious living area, this is the perfect place for families to enjoy a relaxing beach vacation. Walk to the pristine sandy beach, swim, and tan at your convenience.

1 Min Walk to the Beach
14 Min Drive to the Galveston-Port Bolivar Ferry

Experience Magnificent Crystal Beach With Us & Learn More Below!

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Property manager

Ryan Crum

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pet Fee $125 2 Pets Max - Less than 20lbs

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

1) No Parties 2) No Smoking of Vaping

Rental Agreement. Please sign to confirm booking.

We unfortunately had to start requiring this agreement due to previous guests having parties and damaging. $250 Security Deposit

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Galveston Seawall is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Travelling with kids? Consider Texas Seaport Museum and Haunted Mayfield Manor. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

Crystal Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 47 min drive - 28.2 km
Galveston Seawall - 48 min drive - 29.7 km
East Beach - 55 min drive - 31.9 km
Galveston Island Beaches - 60 min drive - 39.6 km

Getting around

Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬3 min drive
‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬3 min drive
‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬5 min drive
‪HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Beachfront Oasis | Gulf of America Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Beachfront Oasis | Gulf of America Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Beachfront Oasis | Gulf of America Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Beachfront Oasis | Gulf of America Views located?

This Crystal Beach holiday home is on the beach, steps from Crystal Beach and within 9 mi (15 km) of Port Bolivar Beaches and Fort Travis Seashore Park. Gilchrist Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lara M.

16 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place. Great location. Checking in/out very easy. Host was very easy to communicate with.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berenice S.

21 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family weekend getaway

My kids absolutely loved it, I will definitely book again!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe J.

4 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Very enjoyable stay. Clean house. Close to the beach. And our host was excellent.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

6 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house close to the beach

We really enjoyed our stay at Stella by the sea. The house was clean and had just enough room for all of us. The owners were great and very accommodating. Looking forward to going back soon.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

15 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stella by the Sea Review

Great stay at this property! Owners were very responsive and the place was great. Also great/close access to the beach! Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette O.

1 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stella-brate Good times!!

The house beautifully accommodated my hubby and I, two grown kids and spouses and two grands 2 and 4 yrs old. We drove to the beach but could have easily walked. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything needed for cooking and cleaning. We enjoyed eating most of our meals on the ample front porch as the sea breeze kept it comfortable. There’s a huge open space beneath the house for the kids to play and to clean off sandy feet and swimsuits. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and miraculously had nothing to complain about!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashten F.

27 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family stay

We had a great family trip to the beach, the house was super kid friendly and had a great stocked kitchen for us to cook with the kids.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nathan M.

15 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend get away

Kids were disappointed that the arcade machine advertised didn’t work but otherwise it met our expectations

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia N.

9 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Overall this property is great. We enjoyed our time and everything was clean and in great shape. I cant wait to stay there again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy J.

3 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Great house and perfect location! We loved our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

24 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location to the beach.

House was absolutely beautiful. Every single bed was super comfortable. Will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlos D.

30 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Beautiful home, and easy access to the beach. Peaceful. I would definitely book again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie O.

13 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous weekend getaway

This is the house to stay in if you're in Crystal beach. Very well stocked, comfortable beds, and fabulous view are a few of the things we enjoyed! Close to the beach too! Loved loved loved our time here. It wa definitely not long enough and will stay again! Thank you for a fabulous weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

patti r., Center, Texas

10 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location!

Excellent home in a beautiful location. Host was very quick to respond to anything we needed. The only regret I have is that we didn’t stay longer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Highly recommended !!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephanie r.

14 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach house

Beautiful peaceful beach house. Every bed is super comfortable. Fully equipped kitchen. Quick 1 minute walk to the beach. Very nice deck with locked baby gate and plenty of seating to enjoy the ocean view while your little ones play 😊

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry F.

12 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bolivar Treasure

This property is 5 star all the way. The home is very close to the beach. It is very clean. The kitchen is well stocked on cooking ware and the open floor plan allowed us to socialize even when some of us were cooking. We will definitely book again. Ryan, the property host is great, attentive, and easy to work with!!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

3 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

We had a wonderful weekend at crystal beach and couldn’t recommend this property more. The house was very clean, beds were comfortable, towels were soft, and the AC worked great! They had everything you would need for cookware and utensils. Beautiful location and very short walk to the beach. Loved that you were able to see and hear the ocean from the porch. The neighborhood was very quiet which was also nice since we had little ones. We will most definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

20 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway!!

First impressions were great. Smelled cleaned as soon as u walked in. There’s was great communication with manager gave us great recommendations. Only down side was property too small for 14 ppl yes sleeps 14 but that is way too many ppl inside had to figure out other things to do couldn’t stay inside property all weekend and Had to eat in shifts . But definitely great property for a weekend getaway with family and friends!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

26 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

77th birthday

After bein I’ll for several months , I had a beautiful c weekend with my children and grandchildren. I felt no pain , just joy being with family. The house was great. Plenty of room for everyone. The only problem was getting the TV in main room to work. All the other TV’s worked fine. The house swaying was a little unsettling, but we got use to it. Thank you Ryan for your help and patience with this old lady. This was a great memory ihave with my family. Thanks again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista R.

20 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

7 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Getaway

Charming house with a great location. Close enough to see the ocean and hear it but far enough the babies could play without worry of them being on shore. Loved the beds as they were super comfy (we slept 8 adults, 4 children, and 2 babies). The children’s room was a huge hit with pirate ship bunk beds and arcade game. Kitchen was fully stocked and easy to navigate. The downstairs patio had two showers and plenty of hot water for our big party. All in all my favorite destination so far and close enough to the DFW area to visit again. We took advantage of the local golf cart rental and got a 6 seater for the week for the beachcombers. This neighborhood was beautiful and in just the right spot. Would definitely recommend this to our friends and hopefully get to rebook!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

27 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

HIGHLY RECOMMEND

I would recommend Stella by the Beach to anyone renting out a beach house. Excellent location, views, super clean, very cozy and has everything you need. Ryan was very communicative and ready to answer all our questions to make our stay a wonderful experience. We would definitely come back. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

20 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location! Location! Location!

Our family of 4 loved this property. A very short walk to the beach with a lovely view. My 7 year old loved the waves. My husband and kids also enjoyed the pirate room with the video game machine. I think my husband played Mortal Kombat more than our kids. We took the ferry to Galveston one day to visit the aquarium which I highly recommend. Also if you plan on going during the week please be note that a lot of restaurants are not open Monday through Wednesday. We did a lot of cooking but it was easy to do since the kitchen is so well equipped. Definitely would recommend staying in this house. Book now!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Crum

Myself and my wife got bit by the Travel Bug, and now travel every chance we get!

Why they chose this property

Most importantly, this is a 2nd row home, just steps from the Beach!
Wake up each morning to the peaceful sounds of the sea from this cozy vacation home, complete with a private balcony with a breathtaking ocean view!
This is a Cozy and Spacious home with room for multiple families.
Our Special Fourth Bedroom is a Pirate Themed bunk room for the kids that has it's own Arcade!
If you want to stay close to the house, there's plenty of seating on our large private balcony, or you can go "below deck" and enjoy the large space underneath the home, complete with charcoal grill and picnic table, and our very own wooden Pirate Ship!.

What makes this property unique

We have a large private balcony with plenty of seating. From there, you have perfect views of the Gulf and the Beach.
We have our own Pirate themed bunk room for the kids, complete with TV and Arcade Game, PLUS your very own wooden Pirate Ship outside!

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4 - Pirate Room!

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property

Family-Friendly Beachfront Oasis | Gulf of America Views

Property manager

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

We should mention

About the area

Port Bolivar

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

10/10

10/10

10/10

10/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lara M.

Lara M.

10/10 Excellent

Berenice S.

Family weekend getaway

Berenice S.

10/10 Excellent

Joe J.

Vacation

Joe J.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Great house close to the beach

Jessica G.

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Stella by the Sea Review

Brian E.

10/10 Excellent

Annette O.

Stella-brate Good times!!

Annette O.

10/10 Excellent

Ashten F.

Family stay

Ashten F.

8/10 Good

Nathan M.

Weekend get away

Nathan M.

10/10 Excellent

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