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Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10

Port Bolivar vacation home in Crystal Beach area

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3 bedrooms, free WiFi
Dining
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101598 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Bolivar

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Crystal Beach vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Crystal Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Gilchrist Beach. Stingaree Marina and High Island Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gilchrist Beach - 1 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 57 min drive - 31.2 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 57 min drive - 31.5 miles
  • Port of Galveston - 58 min drive - 30.8 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Crystal Beach - ‬10 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.

Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10

This unique 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom beachfront cabin comfortably sleeps 10 people. The home is located in a quiet part of the Bolivar Peninsula, in Caplen; however, it is still only a few minutes away from all the restaurants and shopping of Crystal Beach. With its large yard and extended sun deck area, this cottage offers your family plenty of room to enjoy the sun and sand of the Gulf of Mexico. You are literally only steps from the beach!

Inside, Centurion offers more than just the comforts of home. You will love the rustic charm of this home, with panoramic views of the beach all through the house. It also has a fully stocked kitchen with everything you will need to prepare your meals while on vacation. (including a regular drip coffee maker), washer and dryer, and high speed internet for your convenience.

The primary bedroom has one king bed; and bedrooms two and three each offer one queen bed. There are two queen futons in the loft upstairs that provide additional room, and would be a fun space for older kids.

The downstairs area is the perfect spot to grill family meals that can be served while sitting around the picnic table. The outdoor sand shower is perfect for rinsing off on your way back in from the beach. You will love coming to Centurion - for the outdoor space, private beach access, comfortable cabin, and the peace of the Peninsula!

No large events, please. Your small dog (under 35 pounds) is welcome with a 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

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue 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: 1,598 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

2899-229276

Frequently asked questions

How close is Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10 to the airport?

This vacation home is 60.1 mi (102-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10 to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Crystal Beach and 1.1 mi (2-min drive) from Gilchrist Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10 to downtown Port Bolivar?

This vacation home is 7.7 mi away from Port Bolivar.

Centurion: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Caplen, Sleeps 10 Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Brandon T.

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

Great beach house. Great location.

Enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JUSTIN T.

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

Perfect getaway

Great house on a great part of the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dan r.

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

Incredible. My family will never forget this

Anyone who didn’t come with us, was disappointed they missed out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

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

Short Getaway

We loved the view, layout of the house, and the space between the house on each side added a sense of privacy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree J.

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

Excellent

Best place. Enjoyed it and was way better then we expected. Right on beach. Will definitely be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

April M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall house is cute. Only gave 4 stars because there was blood on mattresses cover and two pillows that were there. However we did bring are own. Dishwasher is broke. Other than that we had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Palestine, TX

A good family home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed here quite a few times and have always enjoyed it. Some things showing wear over the years... the furniture and kitchen door to the outside, but the AC has been updated and everything worked. This house is our favorite, which is why we keep picking it. Plenty of room for games, visiting on the deck, and sleeping room for all.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

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

New Years with friends

Absolutely amazing! Check in was super easy. We were handed a key ring with several keys, had to play with them to find the right one. The storm door raised, and another door awaited the next key. Once in, we were so taken back. It was perfect! We opened up the storm shutters and saw the beach just steps away. Breathtaking!We highly recommend this property and would love to stay again during warmer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Debbie C.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness

The home need many repairs done to the deck (rotten boards ) no outside lights

Very bad conditions of deck boards. Maybe a cover over deck ,outside light by door .Bedrooms are very hot No cold air comes out vents
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kelsey O.

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

2nd time staying here

The location is unbeatable. Its literally right on the beach with decks that stretch out just feet from the sand. The house is spacious and has most everything you need. I do have to say though that the house needs a little updating. One of the rocking chairs is broke. Like i almost fell out of it when i sat in it. The speaker is blown on the tv in the living room. There is only one bedroom with a TV and its not the master. Under the kitchen sink is kinda gross and is leaking and moldy. I really hope these things can be fixed by next year, because i would love to stay here again if it is. The location makes this rental. The beach was beautiful when we came. We spent a lot of time riding the beach on our 4-wheeler. The water was clean enough to see your feet when out deep enough for the water to reach my chest.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Lauren P.

Ok for short stays with kids and pets

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pros: The house was clean and looked better than the pictures. Lots of good deck space and so close to the beach. We loved being able to see the ocean from all angles of the house. The management company is also super friendly and check in was easy.Cons: The house smells like dog urine (very strong) and made is difficult to stay in the house for too long. We were attending a wedding close by so we spent most time at the wedding venue. Also, it was 45 degrees outside and the heat did not work. We woke up to the house at 62 degrees. We were concerned that we have to wash the dishes yet there was not any soap in the home. So we were hesitant to even use the kitchen. The house has a lot of potential but due to the smell and lack of heat, it made the stay very difficult.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberli M.

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

2025 beach trip

Overall the house is a perfect size for a big family stay. It does need some updating. Both recliner chairs are broke. The stove top only has two working burners. And the AC thermostat is locked so it only goes down so far. The house because of this stayed 77 to 78 most of the time. So coming in from outside it feels good but after a little while inside the house you can tell that it's not very cool. We did have to purchase box fans from the local Dollar general to keep the bedrooms cool at night. There was some lattice on one section of the deck that is broke and if you don't pay attention it will scratch your legs as you walk by. But the location of the house is perfect. You are directly on the water with very limited congestion on the beach. Almost as if you have a private beach. Because I have an autistic son that chooses not to go out to the water because of his sensory problems with the loud wave sound I don't have to worry cuz I'm right there close to the home. The home is for sale that is probably why some updates if not been done. All in all we love the house and we loved the stay, just some things need to be fixed. Number one being the AC thermostat not to be locked so you can set it at a lower temperature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bob T.

The Centurion in Caplan

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time. The accommodations were great. Unit was clean and had all amenities advertised. Location was excellent and the view was spectacular.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Terre N.

Beach Noble 2024

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love to stay at the Centurion even though it is well outdated and needs lots of repairs. Repairs to the stairs and decks, the A/C unit is great in the livingroom, kitchen and upstairs area but very bad in the 3 bedrooms due to needing a larger unit and re-routing air ducts to the 3 bedrooms. Doorknobs need repair, updated paint job inside and out. Love, love the storm covers over the doors and windows. We understand that the owner is elderly and cannot repair and that the property is up for sale. We love to stay there and probably will again and again. Great location, beachfront and close to everything that interests my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dawn P.

Wonderful view !

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had great time! Great view and location! Right on 87S, which got a little loud at times. Only complaint was TV situation. If you want to come in after day on the beach and relax and watch a movie. Not happening! WiFi needs upgrade.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

coley m.

1 rellaxed texan

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: best place to hide from the real world for a while|||||
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Christie B.

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was great for one main reason - location! It’s perfectly set so you can see the beach from all angles from inside, great decks to sit and soak it all in! The place stayed cool, has comfy beds and couches. But if you think you will need it - bring it, no extra amenities...nothing to clean or wash with. Kitchen is incomplete and frustrating to cook in although it seems to have enough stuff. Trash area in kitchen and under the sink is yucky. WiFi is here but we ended up having to use our hotspots for streaming as it wouldn’t last 5 minutes without buffering and/or dropping. Main TV in open area speakers are blown so it can’t be turned up very loud or you can’t understand the words. Mainly would have liked to have it for music. It’s so dark from the road at night so beware. Overall it’s a good beach house just needs some updates.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Robin W.

Okay

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice place, could use better cleaning between guests. Older unit in okay condition. No outside lights on decks or stairs. Kitchen sink leaks (with pan and rag under it, so it's been going on awhile.) Black mold under sink and on countertop. Fridge not cleaned out. Bathroom rug smelled like ****. Dryer screen completely full of lint. Makeup on pillows. AC struggles. BBQ grill seen better days. Nice unobstructed view of and access to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

sam W.

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: very good
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Awesome location, great service!

Had a blast, plenty of room everywhere inside and out. Great communication and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

RJ M.

the "round house" we stayed in

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: we had a wonderful time staying there except for a few problems we encountered ....
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Melany V.

Weekend Trip with Family

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The pictures do not do due this place justice. We enjoyed the great location by the beach and the beautiful views. The house is roomy and it's easy for a family to spread out. We would stay here again. The house could use a little TLC in order to make it a 5-star.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jarae's review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved it! Everything was the way it was listed and maintenance came quickly when we called. Loved the location! We would come back!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelsey O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary trip

The location of this house is absolutely amazing. The views from the deck were beautiful. There was a lot of seating and places to sleep if you were to bring a group (we may be back with some family) I wish the extra TV would have been in the master bedroom instead of smaller room. The house could have been cleaned better. The comforters on the beds had stains and there was sand left on the tables. We had to put the sheets on the beds ourselves so i saw that the matress protector and pillows looked old and had stains. The downstairs area had quite a bit of trash laying around. We just cleaned up a bit ourselves when we got there. Other than that everything else was perfect. Me and my husband had a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Derby, KS

Relaxing week, Quiet area

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Centurion is comfortable home with great views from both inside the house and from the large decks. The kitchen is well stocked and we appreciated the comfortable beds. There are some pet odors that one expects in a pet-friendly rental. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again.