5-Zi. Ocean View Entertainment: Whirlpool, Grill & Spiele

Summary:
A five-bedroom beach house on stilts in Crystal Beach on the Bolivar Peninsula, with ocean views from the decks and room for 16 guests. Upstairs there is a living room with a big sectional, a kitchen with an island for five and a dining table for ten, plus a Pac-Man arcade, shuffleboard and foosball. Outside: a hot tub and loungers on the deck, two fire pits, and a covered play area with ping pong, giant chess, picnic tables and a playset for the kids.

The Space:
A five-bedroom beach house on stilts in Crystal Beach, with ocean views from the decks and room for 16 guests.

🛏️ The bedrooms
• Bedroom 1: king bed, a rollaway, a smart TV and an en-suite bathroom
• Bedroom 2: two queen beds and a smart TV
• Bedroom 3: king bed, a rollaway and a smart TV
• Bedroom 4: two full beds and a smart TV
• Bedroom 5: three twin beds and a smart TV

The bathrooms
• En-suite bathroom with a tub and shower combo
• Two Jack-and-Jill bathrooms with walk-in showers, shared by bedrooms 2 to 5
• Half bathroom off the living area, plus an outdoor shower and half bath for after the beach
• Towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash provided

🛋️ Living and games
• Large leather sectional and smart TV under a vaulted ceiling
• Pac-Man arcade, shuffleboard, foosball, poker and board games
• Desk for remote work and fast WiFi

🍳 The kitchen
• Stainless steel appliances, granite counters and an island with five stools
• Dining table for ten
• Espresso machine, coffee maker, slow cooker, blender, rice cooker and cookware for a big group

🌊 Decks and yard
• Hot tub and sun loungers on the deck, with ocean views
• Propane fire pit on the deck and a wood fire pit with chairs below
• Covered area under the house with ping pong, giant chess, giant Jenga, Connect 4, cornhole and picnic tables
• Playset with a slide on the lawn
• BBQ grill and outdoor seating

🧺 Laundry
• Full-size washer and dryer

Guest Access:
The whole house is yours, including the decks, hot tub, yard and covered play area. Self check-in is through a keyless smart lock with your own code, and there is free parking on site.

The Neighborhood:
Island Life & Coastal Bites

Stingaree Restaurant & Marina · 4.4 miles · 10 mins | A peninsula legend; famous for its "Stingarita" and fresh seafood platters with incredible sunset views over East Galveston Bay.

Fins Bar & Grill · 2.8 miles · 7 mins | Located at the Margaritaville RV Resort; offering tropical drinks, a resort-style pool (day passes available), and live music on the lawn.

The Gulf Range · 2.1 miles · 5 mins | A quirky, Western-themed 18-hole mini-golf course featuring a saloon, giant Jenga, and arcade games for all ages.

Jose's Cantina · 3.3 miles · 8 mins | A vibrant Tex-Mex and Cajun fusion spot; go for the "Mexi-Cajun" oysters and a massive frozen margarita.

Crystal Beach (Beach Driving) · 0.5 miles · 2 mins | You can drive your vehicle or golf cart directly onto the sand; perfect for setting up a day-long base camp with grills and music.

HardHeads Icehouse & Grill · 3.3 miles · 8 mins | The peninsula's premier open-air venue; serves great burgers and hosts major Texas country and rock bands on the outdoor stage.

Bolivar Flats Bird Sanctuary · 6.1 miles · 12 mins | A world-renowned site for birdwatching; walk along the salt marshes to see thousands of migratory shorebirds and pelicans.

Crystal Beach Café · 1.3 miles · 4 mins | A rare and popular local find serving Pan-Asian favorites like lo mein, fried rice, and spring rolls.

License to Chill Pool · 2.8 miles · 7 mins | The massive pool complex at Camp Margaritaville; you can grab a day pass to enjoy the swim-up bar and luxury cabanas.

Fort Travis Seashore Park · 8.2 miles · 14 mins | Explore historic bunkers and battery sites from the late 1800s; the park offers great views of the ships entering the Galveston channel.

Gotta Geaux Crawfish (GG's) · 1.9 miles · 5 mins | A favorite seasonal spot for massive crawfish boils, boudin, and Cajun-style snacks during the spring and summer.

Fun Spot Water Slide · 2.0 miles · 5 mins | A nostalgic, high-tower water slide that has been a local landmark for decades—simple, classic summer fun.

Twist Boba Cafe · 1.4 miles · 4 mins | A modern local addition specializing in bubble tea, smoothies, and light snacks for a quick afternoon refresh.

Bolivar Point Lighthouse · 8.5 miles · 15 mins | An iconic 1872 iron lighthouse; while you can't go inside, it’s a stunning photo op and a pillar of Texas maritime history.

Stingaree DownUnder · 4.4 miles · 10 mins | The casual, "rowdy" sibling located directly under the main Stingaree restaurant; the best spot to grab a po-boy right off your boat.

Getting Around:
A car is the easiest way to get around the Bolivar Peninsula. From Houston, take I-45 south toward Galveston, then cross on the free Galveston–Port Bolivar ferry (runs 24 hours) or drive around via Highway 87.

Other Things to Note:
Rental terms
• We email a rental agreement to sign before arrival.
• Long stays are welcome.
• No pets. Service animals are welcome; please tell us in advance and keep them with you at all times.

Thermostat
Please keep the thermostat fan on Auto. Switching it to On can freeze the air conditioning. If you need help with the temperature, message us.

Good to know
This home is listed for sale. A showing during your stay is unlikely, but if one is requested we will give you at least 24 hours' notice.