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The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14

Vacation home near Crystal Beach in Port Bolivar

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A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.
A kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a dining table with chairs, and a microwave.
A two-story building with a balcony, a garage, and a basketball hoop.
A covered outdoor seating area with a brown leather sofa and matching ottoman, white bar stools, and a wooden deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 141548 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, nauti beaver hut
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪56 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 9 miles (15 km) of Gilchrist Beach. Port Bolivar Beaches and Fort Travis Seashore Park are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • nauti beaver hut - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 55 min drive - 20.7 miles
  • Port of Galveston - 55 min drive - 20.5 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 56 min drive - 21.0 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

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

The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14

This stunning 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with an elevator and mezzanine deck is located in the popular Gulf Shores subdivision. Enjoy the sounds of the waves from either deck, and you're also just a short walk or ride to the beach.

Spend some quality time playing family games in the living room or hanging out on the mezzanine deck. The mezzanine level features a bar area with refrigerator, coffee pot, two outdoor televisions, a half bath, and plenty of seating - including a swing.

The upper level of the house features coastal decor, a huge sectional for relaxing, and a fully stocked kitchen/coffee bar area with a regular drip coffee pot. You'll find plenty of seating for meals or snacks with space at the kitchen island, as well as a dining table for 8.
The house also offers an office and a laundry room with washer and dryer. For your convenience, there is also high speed internet available here.

With over 1500 square feet, The Real Deal sleeps 14 with no problem! The primary bedroom features a king bed and ensuite bathroom. Bedroom two has two queen beds, and bedroom three features 3 twin over twin bunk beds.

This property comes equipped with an indoor elevator ($100 fee included) - rated for human use (unlike cargo lifts). This amenity is wonderful for those who have mobility difficulties!

Ground level of the home features 2 swings, basketball goal, corn hole, and washers, as well as an outdoor shower -great for rinsing off the sand after a day on the beach. This home truly is The Real Deal for your vacation enjoyment!

Small dogs (under 35 pounds) allowed 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

  • 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

  • Elevator
  • 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: 1,548 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
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

2899-229234

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14 to the airport?

This vacation home is 52.8 mi (93-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14 to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Crystal Beach and 18.4 mi (52-min drive) from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14?

Check-in begins at noon.

Is there free parking at The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14 to downtown Port Bolivar?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Port Bolivar.

The Real Deal: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 14 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was perfect for what we needed. Very clean and well appointed. The second floor is amazing for entertaining with a nice grill, ice maker, full size refrigerator, awesome sound system and two huge TV’s to throw on a game. The elevator was a nice surprise to get our gear upstairs. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawna & Blake D.

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

Awesome, the real deal!

5th Annual family vacation! We will stay there again next summer!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A wonderful stay.

The property manager was very responsive, and it was very nice that the property owner lived next door. I enjoyed meeting him. We love Bolivar, and the house's party deck was absolutely perfect. I would definitely go back to this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea D.

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

Absolutely BEST

This cabin is absolutely perfect! We have a beach trip every year and hands down this is one of the best we’ve stayed in. The owner has a house next door and he will go out of his way to make sure you have everything you need for a perfect stay. The indoor elevator way so great! We had 6 adults and 6 kids spend the night and it was set up perfect! We will be back! Everything you need for a perfect beach trip is here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Best Vacation Rental!!!

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: This home is the BEST! It has everything you could ask for! The second floor entertainment area is spectacular, and rhe home is beautiful, clean and the perfect layout. Absolutely recommend this home, and the owner, Dennis is a gem, so glad we got to meet him, he made our trip so special and memorable! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

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

Cosmosis

Had a balst besides for the swing breaking and injuring my elbow. We will be back for my 5 annual beach house summer extravaganza in 2024. Thanks Swedes 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from College Station, TX

Amazing beach rental experience!

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've been renting with Swedes for years, and this experience was as wonderful as we always expect from them. Everyone was friendly, professional, and efficient. This was our first time renting The Real Deal, but it certainly won't be our last. The house is perfection! We celebrated Christmas here and we're thrilled to find it decorated upon arrival! The owner stopped by to make sure we had everything we needed, which we certainly did. At no point did we wish we had another kitchen or household item. The house was incredibly well equipped. Everything about the house was amazing, and we're already trying to figure out when we can go back! Highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lavita W.

FAMILY GET AWAY

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: This house was amazing. We will rent this again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Warren, TX

Best cabin ever!

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: Girls trip! Five friends having fun! Second time we have stayed at Dennis’s cabin.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jerry A.

Great Family Vacation

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: WONDERFUL!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Monica Y.

Real Deal 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: Very accommodating and comfortable house. Had exactly what we needed. Really enjoyed the mid deck.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

jace s.

The Real Deal

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: Excellent cabin. Clean and spacious. Very nice mezzanine section with two televisions, a nice comfortable couch, ice machine, bar, bbq pit, everything needed especially for the sports fan. Also, great due to the fact that it has an elevator that opens up on the mezzanine level and inside the cabin itself. We have rented this cabin numerous times. Highly recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

The Real Deal IS the real deal

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: I have the utmost respect for the owner of this property! As well as the rental company! They had the utmost respect for our needs and were all too willing to assist with anything my family and I needed! It’s a wonderful property and we will definitely be returning next season. A special shout out to Mr. Dennis for his hospitality and kindness! We felt right at home! Thank you, thank you!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

jace s.

The Real Deal

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: Our experience at the Real Deal keeps us coming back.Jace & Linda Stansbury
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Beaumont, TX

Epic Engagement Dinner Location at the Real Deal

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 recently stayed at the Real Deal Vacation Rental. Everything was beautiful! The rental was well appointed, clean and spacious. We spent most of our time on the ground level where we served dinner for 50. but we also spent a lot of time on the second level where we served appetizers and wine. It was very cozy because it was so accommodating due to all of the seating and outdoor kitchen. This place even has an elevator as we had guests that required this service. It's a short walk from the beach and you even had some views of it. The cabin was clean and the amenities were generous, including an ice maker and dual TV's that we played music from the bar. The bedroom accommodated all who were there only for a day trip.I highly recommend these accommodations. We will stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Best Beach House

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 an amazing time...this house has everything you could possibly need and more. The second-floor entertainment area is so nice. There is plenty of room for everyone. We will be staying there again next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

PAUL B.

Sea La Vie

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: Yearly family weekend trip.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

PAUL B.

Sea La Vie

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: Yearly family weekend trip.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Perfect place to stay

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: All was perfect. Cabins A/C filter needs replaced and it needs a good dusting. I woulf rate everything 5 very satisfied.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tressa G.

Family friendly home

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Sea la vie was a relaxing vacation well deserved of our family. We were there with 5 adults and 5 children. The ho,e was well furnished, all you need is your clothes, the owners have thought of everything. Get the sheet package it was much easier this year. We will be returning to this beach house!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stacie C.

Sea La Vie is paradise on the beach

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: Sea La Vie was even nicer in person! The 2nd level outdoor entertaining area is so nice and relaxing - and having a 1/2 bath is very nice. A little bummed we couldn't work the TVs on that level but it wasn't a big deal. We only used the elevator for unloading and loading supplies but it worked so great & saved our backs carrying everything up the stairs. Kitchen was very well supplied.

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