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Cheerful Cottage with Breathtaking Views of the Gulf

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Exterior
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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest

2 Queen Beds

Guest

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Cheerful Cottage with Breathtaking Views of the Gulf

Welcome to Hay Bales to Seashells! Have fun with the whole family at this stylish cottage 5 rows from the beach. We are within walking distance to the beach and minutes to all the local restaurants. Features include: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4 smart TVs, full kitchen, laundry room with washer and dryer, huge outdoor deck with plenty of seating to enjoy the view, large downstairs bar, table and chairs, Blackstone griddle/air fryer and smoker, crawfish boiler, outdoor shower, sink and foot wash station.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please ensure waffle maker, coffee maker are clean and put away.
Clean grills if they were used.
Please put any items/furniture back in their original place.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
- Do not leave doors/windows open - Do not move furniture into other rooms/No inside furniture outside - No parking on grass - No bonfires
- Trash must be bagged and placed inside the trashcan at the street. - No RVs, campers, or tents are permitted on the property
- No grills or fryers are permitted on the deck or grass

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2753438vb
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 deadlock

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Beach and East Beach. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 47 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Port of Galveston - 48 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 52 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 57 min drive - 42.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cheerful Cottage with Breathtaking Views of the Gulf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cheerful Cottage with Breathtaking Views of the Gulf?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cheerful Cottage with Breathtaking Views of the Gulf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cheerful Cottage with Breathtaking Views of the Gulf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cheerful Cottage with Breathtaking Views of the Gulf located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Crystal Beach and within 9 miles (15 km) of Stingaree Marina and Gilchrist Beach. Port Bolivar Beaches and Fort Travis Seashore Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house! You can see the gulf from the deck and the master. Furnishings very nice and comfy beds. All the little extras made it great! Detergent, cleaning products, toothpaste, etc. VRBO messed up the messages for checkin, but Jodi the host, was quick to help me. Will rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Our favorite home!

This home is our favorite! So many amenities and wonderful seating on deck. Host is incredible!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi S.

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

Great stay

Well appointed vacation cabin. Beds and linens were comfy. The Blackstone grill was great to have so we didnt have to dirty the kitchen too much. Owners were easy to contact and quick to respond. We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy A.

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

All the extras

Its a good location but still probably a 5 min walk to the beach. From the porch you can just see a sliver of the ocean. But let me tell you that this place has everything. Spices to cook with and not just stuff other guests left. A entire spice rack, diner wear from crate & barrel, a
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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

Best rental we’ve ever stayed in

This was such a beautiful, clean home. Everything was so well laid out and organized. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking full meals. The out door seating was perfect for having our family over who were also staying in the area. The crab boiler was especially a perk! We boiled shrimp one night and crabs the next. The blackstons was perfect for burgers and hotdogs. We definitely want to come back. The walk to beach was easy. JBs shrimp supplier close by, crabbing jetty’s, Rita’s ice cream and the big store were some favorite nearby. The Galveston strand was just a close ferry ride away. Next time we will stay longer!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

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

Relaxation at its finest!

My family stayed for a weekend away and never wanted to leave. The house had everything we could of asked for and was the perfect getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Wonderful Getaway

This property was beyond perfect for our families short vacation. The house was exactly as described. The outside seating was perfect for morning coffee and evening drinks. Communication with owners was easy. Will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

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

Excellent Place

We had an amazing time at your beach house. Everything we needed was there. It was truly home away from home. Can't wait to stay here again in the near future! Loved the very close walk to the beach as well! Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2022
Thank you for the wonderful review. You were a great guest and are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jodi Perry

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My husband and I have 3 teenagers and own a farm about an hour away from Crystal Beach. We purchased our beach cottage for a place to get away and relax since work and our farm keeps us busy. We own cattle, donkeys, pigs, chickens, guineas, ducks, goats, dogs, cats and rabbits.

Why they chose this property

Our cottage is centrally located on Bolivar minutes to The Big Store, local eateries and the infamous "wash out". We are located on the corner with direct and quick access to the beach. We have amazing views of the Gulf and plenty of outdoor space to relax and enjoy the breeze.

What makes this property unique

We offer use of our smoker and Blackmon griddle/air fryer. Downstairs you will find a hammock, swing, outdoor table/chairs and a bar. Wake up in the mornings and enjoy homemade waffles in our waffle maker and a cup of coffee from our dual purpose coffee maker. We hope you enjoy our home as much as we do!
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