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Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Crystal Beach

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81020 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Crystal Beach, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Bolivar

Seaside stay .A stay at this Crystal Beach vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Crystal Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Stingaree Marina. Gilchrist Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and High Island Beach is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 52 min drive - 26.4 miles
  • Port of Galveston - 52 min drive - 25.7 miles
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 57 min drive - 29.2 miles
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 62 min drive - 31.2 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Gulf Range - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8

Enjoy a beautiful beach view from this adorable 2 bedroom house. You can sit in the living room and gaze at an unobstructed view of the water. The furnished wraparound deck is a great place to enjoy the sunrise while you drink your coffee, or read a book while you feel the afternoon gulf breeze. With its cheerful decor and many windows with beach views, you will love the bright airy feeling of the home.

The living area offers comfortable seating and a TV with DVD player. Prepare your meals in the well-furnished kitchen, featuring a microwave, dishwasher, regular drip coffee pot, and all the cookware you need. The cute dining table is great for meals or games!
With over 1000 square feet, Surf Shak sleeps 8. One king size bed, second bedroom has queen bed with XL-twin bunk, along with 2 sleeper sofas that provide additional sleeping. This house is perfect for a small family. There is even a washer and dryer on the premises for your convenience as well as high speed internet.

Downstairs, you’ll enjoy cooking meals on the charcoal grill while sitting around the table visiting with family and friends.
The beach is just a short walk from the house when you use the private subdivision walkover. There is also an outdoor sand shower; convenient for rinsing off a day at the beach before you enjoy the house itself.

Two small dogs (up to 20 lbs) allowed with pet fee. All Swedes Real Estate vacation rentals are non-smoking properties. Swedes does not rent to guests under 25 years of age.
The homeowner does not provide linens and towels, but, if you choose, they are available upon request from our linen service (additional fee applies).

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,020 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

2899-229273

Frequently asked questions

How close is Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8 to the airport?

This vacation home is 56.6 mi (97-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8 to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Crystal Beach and 4.9 mi (7-min drive) from Gilchrist Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8 to downtown Port Bolivar?

This vacation home is 4.2 mi away from Port Bolivar.

Surf Shak: 2 BR, 2 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location for a family. Close to beach with a great view of the Gulf! I recommend taking advantage of the linen service.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Ian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We picked this vacation home specifically because it had access to a swimming pool. But only after checking in and calling the management company did we find out the neighborhood pool is only available to homeowners, not vacation renters. Disappointing and misleading.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Madeline T.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beach weekend

Very cute quiet and view is amazing for not being on the beach! When we arrived the floors were very dirty and dead bugs on the floors. But when I called they had someone over within 10 mins! I wish they would wash and give you the bath mats how they do the towels and sheets bc they were also very dirty at arrival. They do have a washer and dryer so that was nice! Blinds in the bathroom bc the ppl across the field can see you! You do have to pick up and drop off the key which is kinda annoying. They should have code lock and they also need a good deep cleaning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwight J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

House was beautiful and clean, neighbors were quiet and had a relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teddy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bday trip

Had a great time with no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach Trip

This is the second time to stay at Annette's. We love the location and the fact that the view of the beach is great. It is a quiet part of the beach which we also love.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Selina R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great location, house has great views, very clean and had what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

MICHAEL T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall great experience

Overall good experience. My wife and I plus our two teenage kids. Just a couple of glitches: when we arrived, we found articles of clothing laying on the deck and on the slab downstairs. Found a roach in one of the bathrooms. We used the linen service which was good but we needed more than one dish towel for the week. Pool was very cold but that’s probably no one’s fault, it’s March/early April. That being said, We still would definitely do this again. FYI for future, the area was half shut down. We were told that we were a scooch early. Busy season hadn’t quite started yet. A lot of places were closed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jade C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend

Good location, perfect house for our family. Wonderful weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Anita W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view

The house is super cute with everything you need.

10/10 Excellent

William T., TERRELL

Liked: Cleanliness

Crystal Beach June 2021

Great location! Walking distance to the beach and great views from the deck. House had everything we needed to cook, grill, do laundry. Only a couple miles to the store and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great value

I give this property a High 5 rating - especially for the price. Great clean, quiet neighborhood with pool. House has great unobstructed views from two directions. Bring your own linens and soap.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful and clean place sleeping up to 8.

Kitchen fully equipped making us wish we had left a few items behind at home. Plenty of space. Clean. Wonderful patio. Close to beach. A golf cart ride to fishing on the bay. Dogs welcome. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Views

Super cute little beach house. Fully stocked kitchen. They do have 2 pullout couches in living room. Bring your own bedding and towels & toiletries. Other than that, this place is perfect for a small family or group gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Andres P.

Beach House

Great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Keith M.

We loved the house and view. We were unhappy that the temperature inside the cabin was at 99 degrees

The staff at Swedes did eventually send an air conditioner person out after asking me to check breakers and other items. We lost most of the first day of the cabin due to lack of air conditioning. When I asked why this was not checked and set on our arrival date, the Swede’s representative stated that “there were only 4 of them and they had 250 units.” This was a very poor response to a customer. The television was off satellite and the rep had no answer. Fortunately the ac guy fixed this. Probably need to review customer service training.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Cassandra R.

We loved our stay here!

It was a comfy home and decorated so cute! The view was amazing! The big deck was great and walking distance from beach made it so much easier ecspecially with little ones. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017

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