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A Whale of A Time: 5 BR, 3.5 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 16

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 162200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Bolivar

Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is a short stroll from Crystal Beach and within a 10-minute drive of Stingaree Marina. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 45 min drive - 18.9 miles
  • Port of Galveston - 46 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 50 min drive - 21.6 miles
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 55 min drive - 23.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 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.

A Whale of A Time: 5 BR, 3.5 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 16

A Whale of a Time is a 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom beachfront property centrally located in the Cloon subdivision. This two-story, 2200 square foot home has room for a large family, comfortably sleeping 16. The home offers two decks, gorgeous coastal decor, and unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico. You just can't get much closer to the beach!

The comfortably furnished living area features a large TV and high speed internet for your convenience. It opens up to a large dining table, and a modern kitchen perfect for preparing and serving all your favorite meals. The kitchen is fully stocked with all you need, including a Keurig coffee maker.
There are two primary bedrooms, each within a king bed and ensuite bath. Bedrooms three and four feature a set of queen bunk beds in each, and the final bedroom features 4 twin bunk beds. There is one full bath and an additional half bath on the main floor.

In addition to the upper and lower deck, on the ground level you will find a fenced yard, bar area and charcoal bbq pit - perfect for grilling and outdoor entertaining! The sand shower is perfect for washing away the day at the beach before you head upstairs.

Cargo lift available for additional fee. Small dogs (under 35 pounds) allowed with an additional 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).
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a kitchen island.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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: 2,200 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
  • Check-in: 12:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

2899-257193

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Crystal Beach within a short 8-minute walk of Crystal Beach. You'll also find Stingaree Marina nearby.

Will I be able to park at A Whale of A Time?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is A Whale of A Time a good place to stay for couples?

With a stay at this beachfront vacation home, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each house plus a beach view and a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at A Whale of A Time?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at A Whale of A Time?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at A Whale of A Time?

Yes, every house at A Whale of A Time comes with a deck/patio and some offer beach views.

A Whale of A Time: 5 BR, 3.5 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 16 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elimelec H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Experience

An amazing view of the beach. The sunrise and sunset were amazing to watch at the balcony. There was a tiny issue with roaches, but other than that , everything was clean and comfortable. Will definitely be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alireza N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extra charge for the bed sheets

Despite a great feedback, I assume extra charge for the bed sheets will be adversely affected on your service and I would suggest not to exclude the charge when you breakdown the service costs. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Beach Thanksgiving trip

We had our Thanksgiving family get together here. It is a beautiful house, lots of room, and literally right on the beach! Would def rent this place again! The only thing is that not very much cups, plates, and stuff like that so def bring plastic cups and paper plates.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024