Welcome to Solara Sands, your dream beach vacation destination in the gated neighborhood of Crystal Beach, TX. Our luxurious 11-bedroom, 9-bathroom property sleeps up to 39 guests, making it perfect for large groups and families. You'll find yourself surrounded by amenities including king-sized beds, a heated pool, game and billiard room, arcade, workout room, fireplace, gas fire pit, wood fire pit, outdoor lounge area, basketball court, ADA accessibility, elevator, fenced yard, and pet-friendly accommodations.
Our property is located just a short 6-minute walk away from the beach, giving you easy access to the breathtaking scenery and endless waves of the Gulf of Mexico. You'll be able to relax in comfort and style, whether lounging on the outdoor patio or gathering around the fire pit for s'mores. The game room is perfect for those looking for some indoor fun, while the workout room allows guests to maintain their fitness routine. The property is ADA-accessible and features an elevator, ensuring everyone can enjoy the space.
At Solara Sands, we pride ourselves on providing guests with a top-notch vacation experience. You'll love the upscale decor and attention to detail in every room. The fully-equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances, perfect for cooking up gourmet meals. Whether you're traveling for a family reunion, wedding, or corporate retreat, Solara Sands is the perfect choice for your next getaway. Book now and experience the ultimate beach vacation!
- ABOUT OUR BOOKING REQUIREMENTS -
Rental Agreement & Government ID: Our insurance company requires a clear definition of the guest-host relationship, hence the need for a rental agreement. This agreement confirms the terms between our guests and our company. The signer of the rental agreement must match the government ID provided.
Security Deposit: A security deposit "hold" of $2000 is required for all reservations. It is a temporary hold on the card processed by "Stripe," a widely trusted credit card processor. This hold will take place 3 days before your arrival and will be released 3 days after your departure, provided that the property is left in good condition and the house rules are followed.
These requirements are standard for all our properties and are part of our commitment to maintaining the properties we manage on behalf of our owners. They provide assurance to our property owners and protect us from situations where damage caused by guests may not be adequately covered by platform protections.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Rental Agreement must be signed upon booking. Government Issued Photo ID & Security Deposit Required Upon Booking
Must be 21 years old to book. Occupancy limits may not be exceeded. Animals not permitted unless noted. No smoking of any kind inside of the property.
No 3rd party bookings. No events or parties of any kind unless specifically authorized.
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Port Bolivar
Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum and Pier 21 Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Texas Seaport Museum and Haunted Mayfield Manor. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 59 min drive - 45.5 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 90 min drive
Restaurants
Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - 6 min drive
Nauti Beaver Hut - 3 min drive
Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - 16 min walk
HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - 5 min drive
Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Solara Sands: Theater & Game, Steps to the Beach! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Solara Sands: Theater & Game, Steps to the Beach!?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Solara Sands: Theater & Game, Steps to the Beach! on 7 Aug, 2026 start from S$1,441, 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 at Solara Sands: Theater & Game, Steps to the Beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Solara Sands: Theater & Game, Steps to the Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Solara Sands: Theater & Game, Steps to the Beach!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Solara Sands: Theater & Game, Steps to the Beach! located?
This family-friendly Port Bolivar holiday home is located by the sea, 0.6 mi (1 km) from Crystal Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches. Fort Travis Seashore Park is 11.4 mi (18.4 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Place was well maintained with many facilities within and outside the home. Very clean, responsive maintenance team and also host was very communicative. Overall excellent service. Thank you!
We had a family of 27 stay here last weekend, and the trip was fantastic. The layout of the houses was ideal for our large group. Bedrooms were great, having two kitchens was nice, the pool and the gas pit were a hit. We were close enough to the beach that we could come & go throughout the day. Our family said this was the best place we had ever stayed & they all vote to return again. Management was very responsive & helpful with our questions.
It was a beautiful property. It had lots of beds to sleep which was great and lots of amenities. It was unfortunate that the projector wasn’t working and when we had issues we got a very slow response from staff over the weekend. 6-7 hours to respond which is not helpful when trying to figure the oven out or other things we asked. Besides that the stay was a lot of fun for a big group.
Krissy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us and for sharing your feedback. We’re very sorry for the slow response time and the issue with the projector. Please know that even when we aren’t able to reply right away, our team is still working in the background to resolve guest concerns as quickly as possible — though we absolutely acknowledge that we should have updated you as well.
We just recently heard back from the guest who stayed before you, and it turns out they accidentally took a small but essential part of the projector, which caused it not to work during your stay. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding, and we’re glad your group still enjoyed the home and had a great time together.
This property offered plenty of space and sleeping spaces for all of us, and we were a large group. There were things for all to do, and for all age levels. We were very satisfied with this property.
Angel M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Drew
21 Oct, 2022
Perfect for our extended family vacation!
Solara Sands was perfect for our fairly large family vacation. The spacious accommodations were perfect for our needs and the pool was a big hit with the kids. The location was great - anything you need is within a couple minute drive, the beach is only a short 5 min walk, and the host even helped us get set up with a golf cart that was ready for us when we arrived. We all had an absolutely perfect vacation and would definitely stay here again!
Drew
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Will C.
22 Oct, 2022
So, possibly the best vacation home around for large family gatherings
We seriously may have stumbled across the BEST vacation home in the area for large family gatherings. This property is laid out in such a thoughtful and practical manner that really makes larger group gatherings so nice and easy. Many thanks to the hosts here for making this an incredible time!
This is the best beach property we have come across in Texas. They seemed to have thought of everything here! This was absolutely perfect for our family reunion. Two kitchens, multiple fire pits, game room, heated pool, enough bathrooms for the size of a property of this size (not always the case). They even had yard games and a guitar to use. It was perfect for us! We'll be booking the same time for next year!
I had the best experience with Anson and Tailored Stays at the Solara Sands house. The house is even more beautiful in person, from the furniture and decor, to every comfort you could ever need being provided. The pool was the perfect addition and everyone enjoyed it, the kitchen was well stocked and we loved the welcome gifts that were left for us. The power went out on the first day and Anson made sure we were taken care of and sent over a maintenance person ASAP to help with getting everything fixed. This was by far the best vacation rental experience we have ever had! Thanks Anson!
Leona W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jon G.
22 Oct, 2022
Our new go to vaca spot
Me and a group of my old college friends have been doing an annual trip together each year for 15 years now, and this has by far been our best trip thus far. It checked different boxes for so many different considerations in our group... Pool, check. Bed for each adult, check. Theater/media room, check. Fire pit, check.
We usually go to different locations each year, but that may be changing now. Oh, and the hosts, AMAZING. They were so thoughtful and attentive.
Jon G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris T.
21 Oct, 2022
Incredibly unique and beautiful property!
Wow! I am so grateful my family came across Solara Sands! We were needing a space for a family reunion, and we were about to "settle" for something else that would've worked but did not "wow" us, but then a friend told us about this gem! Seriously, where else on the Texas gulf can you find a property that can sleep over 30 people, with two separate houses, a heated pool, theater room, elevator, fire pits, fully stocked kitchen (I could keep going)... I can tell you, I couldn't find it anywhere else. We will not only be back but intend on this being our go-to space for our family reunions!
Chris T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jannett R.
21 Oct, 2022
We've fallen in love
I was unprepared for how the experience of falling in love with a vacation home. This home, the thoughtful touches and care through the entire process has left a lasting impression on myself and my family. We look forward to many more years of creating memories here!
(Also, I underestimated how helpful it is to have ample bathrooms. It is one thing to have a lot of beds, it is another to have enough bathrooms where your family is not on top of each other. Solara Sands has 11 bedrooms, as well as 9 bathrooms. This really was helpful in making our stay all the more peaceful.)
Our team of 25 stayed at these two homes for a work retreat. We had a good stay at Solara Sands, enjoying the homes (especially Dawn) and the new kitchen. The homes were clean and had been recently renovated due to a fire. The outside space and seating were also useful. I reached out during our stay to the home's manager regarding a few issues we had during our stay but some were left unresolved. Three sliding doors didn't close on bathrooms. The person they sent out to fix this issue wasn't helpful and said he would have to come back and take the trim off to be able to fix it. This made one room completely unusable which was a problem for our number of guests. We also had an issue with three smoke detectors beeping. The person they sent out again wasn't helpful and couldn't fix them. We ended up having to spend time dealing with this, taking off the smoke detectors and putting them in someone's car to stop the beeping from interrupting our time. The internet was spotty and we didn't always have the Tailored Stay Guest option that was given as a login. The final thing was a company came to pick up old appliances while we were there and asked us to move our cars. This should not have been scheduled when we were staying at the VRBO. Overall, we enjoyed the homes, but unfortunately did have some issues during our time there.
Alison P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vicky G.
29 Nov, 2022
This is a gem
Solara is such a gem! Grateful for the memories our family was able to make here!
Vicky G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bill M.
31 Oct, 2022
Company appreciation weekend
I put together a weened getaway for our small business as a little token of appreciation, and Solara fit what we needed perfectly. We brought our team of 26 and it was just right. They are also able to help line up various concierge services (golf cart, in-home chef, massage, etc)
Bill M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Allison C.
27 Oct, 2022
Much needed vacation after house fire
We so desperately needed a vacation after our home caught fire (everyone was safe and well). We invited our entire extended family and a few friends as well, and Solara was so magical and perfect for our time to recover from the situation we were dealing with. So much gratitude to the Solara team.
Allison C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Justin T.
27 Oct, 2022
Everything we needed!
Wow! Everything we needed!
A few very practical & helpful aspects to the houses... Washer/Dryer in each house. Elevator. 2 Full kitchens. King Beds. There's more, but those stood out as really nice for our stay.
Justin T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anders R.
27 Oct, 2022
5 Stars
Great space. Property has easy beach access. Super Clean. Well kept. Easy communication. Five Stars.
Thanks again! We'll be back.
Anders R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Arnold C.
26 Oct, 2022
Extended family vacation
This was exactly what we needed for our extended family vacation. The entire process was so easy to navigate. The features of the property are amazing. There were three things specifically we needed in the home we were renting. 1) Pool, heated ideally. 2) Elevator, for grandparents 3) Enough space for 28+ people. This was the ONLY property we were able to find that had all of these.
Arnold C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shawn T.
25 Oct, 2022
This was absolutely perfect for my company's retreat
I take my business's leadership team on a vision retreat each year and finding a space that satisfies all of the requirements we have is not always easy. Solara Sands exceeded our requirements and expectations. We were able to have our entire team on a single and contained property, not on top of each other, with incredible amenities (pool, projector room, etc), as well as easy access to the beach... This is now our go-to spot for our retreats as I can't imagine anywhere else delivering what this space was able to. Kudos to the Solara team for creating such an amazing space.
Shawn T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aaron R.
25 Oct, 2022
Thank you!
Solara was so incredible. We just needed a space for a planning meeting for your church leadership team. Everyone on our team had nothing but rave reviews of our time. Space was well kept and communication was prompt and easy. Thank you!
Aaron R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jill P.
24 Oct, 2022
Thank you!
Beautiful space and incredibly attentive host., exceed all expectations.
Jill P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S.
23 Oct, 2022
10/10 - Perfect for our extended family vacation
Solara Sands fully warrants a 10/10 review. We did a vacation with extended family and all the kiddos, and Solara was a hit with EVERYONE. What are the chances of that?! We're so grateful for this special space and the memories we were able to make there!
Sarah S.
About the host
Hosted by Anson Roberts
At Tailored Stays, we aim to deliver personalized hospitality services that cater to your every whim. We go the extra mile to ensure your stay is unforgettable because we believe you deserve nothing less. Trust us to tailor a unique experience like no other, making your stay one to remember!
Why they chose this property
There truly is not another property like Solara Sands on the Texas Gulf. We have done everything in our power to create a one of a kind of experience!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests