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READER'S RETREAT - Close to the beach, great outdoor space with bar
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
- Kitchen
Explore the area

Crystal Beach, TX
- Crystal BeachPlace, Crystal Beach5 min walk
- Port of Galveston Cruise TerminalPlace, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal43 min drive
- Galveston Island BeachesPlace, Galveston Island Beaches54 min drive
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About the area
Port Bolivar
With a stay at this vacation home in Port Bolivar (Crystal Beach), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Crystal Beach and 9 minutes from Stingaree Marina. .This vacation home is 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Port of Galveston.
What's nearby
- Crystal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 43 min drive - 27.8 km
- Galveston Seawall - 44 min drive - 29.3 km
- East Beach - 50 min drive - 31.5 km
- Galveston Island Beaches - 54 min drive - 39.6 km
Getting around
- Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 86 min drive
Restaurants
- Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - 2 min drive
- Nauti Beaver Hut - 3 min drive
- Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - 4 min drive
- Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 9 min drive
- HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - 8 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
READER'S RETREAT - Close to the beach, great outdoor space with bar
BEACHSIDE - BLUEWATER - 3 BEDROOM - 2 BATH - SLEEPS 6
Starting at - WEEK: Winter $1167.00 / Summer $1727.00
For reservations less than a week, click on “Get My Quote”.
WINTER SEASON: September 2, 2025 – May 10, 2026
SUMMER SEASON: May 12, 2025 – September 1, 2025
You will never want to leave this incredible 3 bedroom home with screen porch, Tiki Bar and WiFi in family friendly Bluewater Subdivision. Great indoor and outdoor spaces, well stocked and close to the beach.
Primary Bedroom (King), Bedroom 2 (Queen / Twin Built-in Bunk), Bedroom 3 (Queen / Twin Built-in Bunk). Primary Bath (Large Rain-head Shower only), Guest Bath (Large freestanding soaking tub).
BEACH ACCESS: Subdivision has full beach access roads.
2 NIGHT MINIMUM (Excluding Holidays)
FOR WEEKLY RENTALS, ARRIVAL DAYS: MONDAY OR FRIDAY (Depending upon reservations already set in place).
NO PETS ALLOWED.
LINENS INCLUDED
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 SEA SONG, 23 YARDS TO THE SEA, 58 STEPS TO THE SEA, 8 SECONDS TO THE SEA, ISLE BE BACK AND SANDY ORCHID LODGE.
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.
Starting at - WEEK: Winter $1167.00 / Summer $1727.00
For reservations less than a week, click on “Get My Quote”.
WINTER SEASON: September 2, 2025 – May 10, 2026
SUMMER SEASON: May 12, 2025 – September 1, 2025
You will never want to leave this incredible 3 bedroom home with screen porch, Tiki Bar and WiFi in family friendly Bluewater Subdivision. Great indoor and outdoor spaces, well stocked and close to the beach.
Primary Bedroom (King), Bedroom 2 (Queen / Twin Built-in Bunk), Bedroom 3 (Queen / Twin Built-in Bunk). Primary Bath (Large Rain-head Shower only), Guest Bath (Large freestanding soaking tub).
BEACH ACCESS: Subdivision has full beach access roads.
2 NIGHT MINIMUM (Excluding Holidays)
FOR WEEKLY RENTALS, ARRIVAL DAYS: MONDAY OR FRIDAY (Depending upon reservations already set in place).
NO PETS ALLOWED.
LINENS INCLUDED
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 SEA SONG, 23 YARDS TO THE SEA, 58 STEPS TO THE SEA, 8 SECONDS TO THE SEA, ISLE BE BACK AND SANDY ORCHID LODGE.
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.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
Guests will find features like internet access.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Shower
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Things to do
- Golfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 2:00 PM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
Reader's Retreat 3 BR 2 BA House in Crystal Beach Sleeps 6
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