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Dog-Friendly Home w/ a Furnished Balcony & Patio - Walk to Beaches

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8109 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

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.

Dog-Friendly Home w/ a Furnished Balcony & Patio - Walk to Beaches

The Crabby Cottage

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Escape to the Bolivar Peninsula, between Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, at this superb family-friendly home with a furnished, ground-level patio, large balcony, and plenty of room for everyone in your group, all just a short walk from the beach. This home also includes a deluxe, full kitchen with high-end appliances and a breakfast bar plus an open and airy living area with a large sectional sofa and high ceilings. Outside, enjoy the sunshine on your furnished balcony or head down to the lower-level patio where you'll find an outdoor kitchen, counter seating, tables and chairs, and a cozy porch swing for lazy afternoons.

What's nearby:
Conveniently located near State Highway 87 for easy access up and down the peninsula, this secluded Crystal Beach home is just a short drive and a fun ferry ride from historic Galveston (15 miles). Nearby, all along Highway 87, you'll find friendly bars, restaurants that offer take-out, shops, and even a small grocery store where you can pick up a few essentials during your stay. For a little fun, take the whole family to the very casual, nine-hole, Crystal Beach Community Golf Course, just a mile away. Or take a short stroll and find yourself on miles of sandy, Gulf Coast beaches.

Things to know:
Free WiFi
Full kitchen
Up to two family dogs (20 lbs. max.) are welcome
Central air conditioning
Outdoor shower
Snowbird-friendly

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: There are active security cameras at this property: One camera on the upper deck, one under the house on the kitchen area, and one on the driveway.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,173 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 20 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Dog friendly Home w/ a Furnished Balcony Patio Walk to Beaches!
41937

About the neighborhood

Map
TX, Crystal Beach

What's nearby

  • Bolivar Peninsula - 1 min walk
  • Crystal Beach - 8 min walk
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 43 min drive
  • Galveston Seawall - 44 min drive
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jose's Cantina Cajun Steakhouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪HardHeads IceHouse & GRILL - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Beach Bar & Grill - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-Friendly Home w/ a Furnished Balcony & Patio - Walk to Beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly Home w/ a Furnished Balcony & Patio - Walk to Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly Home w/ a Furnished Balcony & Patio - Walk to Beaches?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-Friendly Home w/ a Furnished Balcony & Patio - Walk to Beaches located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Bolivar Peninsula and Crystal Beach. Stingaree Marina and Port Bolivar Beaches are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Dog-Friendly Home w/ a Furnished Balcony & Patio - Walk to Beaches Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 51 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

laurelle w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky C.

Liked: Cleanliness
G
Love the beach house. Very clean an great communications with host. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colby P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Great stay, great weather, good times
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great TX Vacation Home
The Crabby Cottage is a great vacation home. Very clean and comfortable. Also a great location close to the beach. And near good restaurants and the Big Store. Loved sitting on the big front porch. I would definitely recommend staying here and would come back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little find.
Overall, a good size for our family of 4. A nice central location on the peninsula, and quiet. Beach isn’t to far to walk if your up for it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn D., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway with family
Peaceful getaway with kids and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
It was easy to access the cabin, and perfect for our family's last long weekend at the beach before school started. Glad this house was available.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Camille C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice house
There were some housekeeping issues such as trash under the beds, a dirty potty training seat hanging in the bathroom and overall could’ve been better but overall the house was good for our short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Tanner M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not blown away
Home was not clean. Half of the light bulbs were burnt out. King bedroom mattress was awful, like sleeping on a water bed. We rented the home for July fourth and were not notified until the evening we checked in that fireworks were not permitted on or around the property. Which was a bummer especially since our kids enjoy them and there is a BBQ pit under the cabin and a fire pit within 10ft. Seems like it was a nice cabin at one time, but it’s clearly been rented often and needs TLC.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh F., Spring, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house
Perfect house for our weekend at Crystal beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Brian C., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the property
Property was great. Quiet location and quiet beach away from main Galveston crowd. Only problem was the Wi-Fi did not work during our stay. Wasn’t a big deal for the adults!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela S., Cedar Hill

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend getaway
Home was very nice and clean. Easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

TABATHA T., Sachse, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
The cottage was cute and very nice. The master bedroom bed is awesome in regards to comfort it was like sleeping on a cloud.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
We had an amazing girls trip! The house was in the perfect location to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lora T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thornton Family Vacation
Property was nice for a short getaway 🏖
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Peggy R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Appreciative BUT Won't Stay Again
We had about 7 or 8 issues / concerns but the biggest complaint I have is that I was never contacted to discuss them or have them addressed. I text 2 different numbers and sent 2 emails during our stay with no response. I won't go into detail about all the problems except for two. The property manager should honestly look into another cleaning service. There were panties that were beyond a little dirty in one of the rooms. I'm not sure how this was overlooked. And secondly, the ants in the home are a huge nuisance. My grandson and son were bitten a lot as they slept. I have pictures of the issues should someone actually ever contact me.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage near the beach
Quaint beach house near the beach. Short drive in golf cart or car. Clean and everything you need for a home away from home. Extra pillows and blankets were nice, even for the cozy porch with a cool breeze. Definitely a top pick on Bolivar Pennisula.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elise W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely beach house
Everything was super clean, well equipped kitchen, and close walk to the beach! We loved it !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable
The check in process was easy. All the information was accurate. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ricky C.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 STAR BEACH HOUSE!! Will definitely stay again
This property is listed at a very reasonable price to be as nice as it is! We rent a beach house at least once a summer and the CRABBY COTTAGE is by far the best bang for your buck we have experienced! It’s is very obvious that the owners spared no expense from construction to appliances, furniture and even decorations. After our 4 day and 3 night stay the whole family had only good things to say about this beach house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020