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Once Upon a Tide - 2nd row with great beach views!
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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- The great outdoorsGuests love the outdoor space here.
- Centrally-locatedYou're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
- Discover nearby landmarksNear Crystal Beach
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Barbecue grill
- Deck or patio
Explore the area

Crystal Beach, TX
- Crystal BeachPlace, Crystal Beach2 min walk
- nauti beaver hutPlace, nauti beaver hut13 min drive
- Port Bolivar BeachesPlace, Port Bolivar Beaches27 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 3
3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Once Upon a Tide - 2nd row with great beach views!
2ND ROW - THE DUNES - GULF VIEW - 3 BEDROOM - 2 BATH - SLEEPS 11
LINENS INCLUDED
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WINTER SEASON: September 8, 2025 – May 10, 2026
SUMMER SEASON: May 11, 2026 – September 7, 2026
This 2nd row home has great views and beach access right in front of the house! Hardwood floors throughout, lots of natural light, soothing color palette, comfy furnishings and a short stroll to the beach. The bright open great room allows everyone to interact whether cooking up a pot of gumbo, playing monopoly at the table or lounging on the couch with a good book. There's ample seating for meals with a large dining table and extra stools at the kitchen island. The charming kitchen, with custom cabinets, granite countertops and a coffee nook, is fully stocked with everything one needs to make meal preparation a breeze. The deck offers both shaded and sun areas and great views with lots of seating for outdoor entertaining. Enjoy the Barbeque grill and large picnic table under the house as additional outdoor entertaining space.
PRIMARY BEDROOM (KING), BEDROOM 2 (2 QUEENS), BEDROOM 3 (1 DOUBLE/TWIN BUNK, 1 TWIN/TWIN BUNK). PRIMARY BATH (WALK-IN SHOWER), GUEST BATH SHWR/TUB COMBO).
BEACH ACCESS: Walk over and golf cart access only. For beach access by car use South Cove Rd.
2 NIGHT MINIMUM (Excluding Holidays).
FOR WEEKLY RENTALS, ARRIVAL DAYS ARE MONDAY OR FRIDAY AND DEPARTURE DAYS ARE SUNDAY OR THURSDAY. (Depending on reservations already set in place) For alternate arrival and departure days, please contact our office.
PETS ALLOWED WITH FEE.
10-20% INCREASE APPLIED TO RATES FOR ALL HOLIDAYS, SPRING BREAK AND CERTAIN EVENTS.
All Cobb Real Estate vacation rentals are NON-SMOKING properties.
THIS HOME WORKS WELL WITH PINK PELICAN AND 1 DUNE.
Even when provided, Internet Access/Satellite TV/Cell service can be unreliable on The Bolivar Peninsula, as we are a rural community and weather sensitive area. We apologize, but Cobb Real Estate cannot guarantee that these amenities will be working during your stay and cannot offer refunds for disruption of these services.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information; however, it is not guaranteed. It is subject to errors, omissions, change of price, change of house contents and/or features or withdrawal without notice.
LINENS INCLUDED
Enter dates for accurate pricing
WINTER SEASON: September 8, 2025 – May 10, 2026
SUMMER SEASON: May 11, 2026 – September 7, 2026
This 2nd row home has great views and beach access right in front of the house! Hardwood floors throughout, lots of natural light, soothing color palette, comfy furnishings and a short stroll to the beach. The bright open great room allows everyone to interact whether cooking up a pot of gumbo, playing monopoly at the table or lounging on the couch with a good book. There's ample seating for meals with a large dining table and extra stools at the kitchen island. The charming kitchen, with custom cabinets, granite countertops and a coffee nook, is fully stocked with everything one needs to make meal preparation a breeze. The deck offers both shaded and sun areas and great views with lots of seating for outdoor entertaining. Enjoy the Barbeque grill and large picnic table under the house as additional outdoor entertaining space.
PRIMARY BEDROOM (KING), BEDROOM 2 (2 QUEENS), BEDROOM 3 (1 DOUBLE/TWIN BUNK, 1 TWIN/TWIN BUNK). PRIMARY BATH (WALK-IN SHOWER), GUEST BATH SHWR/TUB COMBO).
BEACH ACCESS: Walk over and golf cart access only. For beach access by car use South Cove Rd.
2 NIGHT MINIMUM (Excluding Holidays).
FOR WEEKLY RENTALS, ARRIVAL DAYS ARE MONDAY OR FRIDAY AND DEPARTURE DAYS ARE SUNDAY OR THURSDAY. (Depending on reservations already set in place) For alternate arrival and departure days, please contact our office.
PETS ALLOWED WITH FEE.
10-20% INCREASE APPLIED TO RATES FOR ALL HOLIDAYS, SPRING BREAK AND CERTAIN EVENTS.
All Cobb Real Estate vacation rentals are NON-SMOKING properties.
THIS HOME WORKS WELL WITH PINK PELICAN AND 1 DUNE.
Even when provided, Internet Access/Satellite TV/Cell service can be unreliable on The Bolivar Peninsula, as we are a rural community and weather sensitive area. We apologize, but Cobb Real Estate cannot guarantee that these amenities will be working during your stay and cannot offer refunds for disruption of these services.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information; however, it is not guaranteed. It is subject to errors, omissions, change of price, change of house contents and/or features or withdrawal without notice.
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House Rules
Check in after noon
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 2:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 581869vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, is home to this holiday home. Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum and Pier 21 Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting.

Crystal Beach, TX
What's nearby
- Crystal Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Stingaree Marina - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
- Gilchrist Beach - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
- nauti beaver hut - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
- Port Bolivar Beaches - 27 min drive - 26.5 km
Getting around
- Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 96 min drive
Restaurants
- Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - 4 min drive
- Nauti Beaver Hut - 5 min drive
- Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 4 min drive
- Ships Wheel - 7 min drive
- G's Molcajete - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Once Upon a Tide - 2nd row with great beach views! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Once Upon a Tide - 2nd row with great beach views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Once Upon a Tide - 2nd row with great beach views!?
Check-in begins at noon.
What time is check-out at Once Upon a Tide - 2nd row with great beach views!?
Checkout is at 2:00 PM.
Where is Once Upon a Tide - 2nd row with great beach views! located?
Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is steps from Crystal Beach and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Stingaree Marina. Nauti beaver hut and Gilchrist Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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