Crystal Beach Views | 4BR | Sleeps 11 | Hot Tub provides amenities, such as a water park and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Crystal Beach Views | 4BR | Sleeps 11 | Hot Tub
Wake to Gulf breezes, sip coffee on the spacious deck, and let Crystal Beach set the pace for your day. Once Upon A Tide is a bright, 4-bedroom, 3-bath beach retreat for up to 11 guests, loved for its clean coastal style, Gulf views, roomy kitchen, bunk room, outdoor shower, and easy gathering spaces. Spend sunny afternoons by the shore, grill dinner, then unwind together in a relaxing hot tub with your favorite people. Come for the beach, stay for the memories. Book your Crystal Beach escape today!
★ Why Guests Love Staying Here
✓ Close to Crystal Beach and the Gulf ✓ Sleeps up to 11 guests ✓ 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms ✓ Two king bedrooms with attached full bathrooms ✓ Family-friendly bunk room ✓ Spacious upper deck with coastal views ✓ Covered ground-level outdoor lounge ✓ Outdoor dining space ✓ Private outdoor shower ✓ Charcoal grill for cookouts ✓ Large open kitchen and dining area ✓ Washer and dryer ✓ Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV ✓ On-site and covered parking
Past guests consistently highlight the home's cleanliness, comfortable layout, coastal style, Gulf views, beach proximity, and well-equipped kitchen.
🟆 The Space
The open-concept living area brings everyone together while still giving your group plenty of room to spread out.
The living room flows directly into the kitchen and dining area and features a spacious sectional, recliners, accent seating, flat-screen TV, high ceilings, hardwood floors, and large windows that fill the space with natural light.
Whether you're easing into the morning, gathering after the beach, or settling in for a quiet night, the space feels relaxed, bright, and easy to enjoy.
This flexible layout works well for families, couples traveling together, and multi-generational groups.
❋ Bathrooms
The home includes 3 full bathrooms, helping larger groups get ready for beach days and evenings out with less waiting.
Bathroom features include a deep soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed shower, shower-and-tub combination, vanities, and two attached bathrooms connected to sleeping spaces.
🟆 Kitchen & Dining
The spacious kitchen makes it easy to cook, serve, and gather together.
➤ Granite kitchen island with breakfast-bar seating ➤ Refrigerator, cooktop, oven, microwave, and dishwasher ➤ Keurig coffee maker ➤ Cookware, dishes, utensils, and glassware ➤ Farmhouse-style dining table with chairs and bench seating ➤ Additional seating at the kitchen island
Whether you're making breakfast before the beach or preparing a relaxed seafood dinner, the kitchen gives your group plenty of room to gather without feeling crowded.
★ Comfort & Entertainment
After a day along the Gulf, come home to the simple comforts that make vacation easier.
✓ Wi-Fi ✓ Flat-screen TV ✓ Air conditioning ✓ Spacious indoor living area ✓ Washer and dryer ✓ Coffee setup ✓ Comfortable group dining space
Everything is designed around easy coastal living, family time, and relaxed evenings together.
❋ Outdoor Living
The outdoor spaces are one of the best parts of staying at Once Upon A Time.
Start your morning on the upper deck, gather for dinner outside, or unwind downstairs in the shaded covered patio after a day at the beach.
➤ Spacious upper deck with covered and uncovered areas ➤ Gulf and coastal views ➤ Outdoor dining table and chairs ➤ Wicker lounge seating and rocking chairs ➤ Covered ground-level patio ➤ Charcoal grill ➤ Private outdoor shower ➤ Driveway and covered parking beneath the home
The layout gives your group multiple places to relax while still staying connected.
♥ The Crystal Beach Experience
Mornings begin with coffee, fresh Gulf air, and nowhere you need to rush.
Spend the day along the shoreline, return home to rinse off in the outdoor shower, fire up the grill, and settle into the deck or dining area while everyone trades stories from the day.
Once Upon A Time gives you exactly what a Crystal Beach getaway should feel like—easy, comfortable, coastal, and centered around time together.
★ Prime Bolivar Peninsula Location
Once Upon A Time is located in the Crystal Beach area of the Bolivar Peninsula, giving guests convenient access to beaches, dining, fishing, sightseeing, and day trips into Galveston.
➤ Crystal Beach — about 0.6 mile away ➤ Stingaree Marina — about 3 minutes ➤ Gilchrist Beach — about 11 minutes ➤ Fort Travis Seashore Park — approximately 13.7 miles ➤ Galveston-Port Bolivar Ferry area — approximately 18 miles ➤ Galveston Seawall area — about 50 minutes ➤ Historic Downtown Galveston and The Strand — approximately 50 minutes
Drive times are approximate and may vary with traffic and ferry wait times.
❋ Perfect For
✓ Family beach vacations ✓ Multi-generational getaways ✓ Groups of friends ✓ Couples traveling together ✓ Families with children ✓ Relaxed coastal weekends ✓ Longer beach stays ✓ Guests who enjoy outdoor living ✓ Groups that love cooking and dining together
♥ What Guests Love
Previous guests frequently mention the features that make this home memorable:
✓ Clean and comfortable spaces ✓ Beautiful coastal décor ✓ Close proximity to the beach ✓ Gulf and coastal views ✓ A well-equipped kitchen ✓ Spacious gathering areas ✓ Quiet, relaxing atmosphere
Several guests have returned for repeat stays, a strong reflection of how easy it is to feel at home here.
★ Book Your Crystal Beach Getaway
Bring the family, gather your favorite people, and make room for beach days, Gulf breezes, shared meals, and slow coastal evenings.
Once Upon A Time is ready to be the home base for your next Bolivar Peninsula escape.
➤ Book now and start looking forward to your Crystal Beach getaway.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Coin laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Optional golf privileges
Table tennis
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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)
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 not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum and Texas Seaport Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Travis Seashore Park and East End Historic District. Consider nauti beaver hut for a night out or Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby. Visit our Port Bolivar travel guide
Is Crystal Beach Views | 4BR | Sleeps 11 | Hot Tub pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Crystal Beach Views | 4BR | Sleeps 11 | Hot Tub?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Crystal Beach Views | 4BR | Sleeps 11 | Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Crystal Beach Views | 4BR | Sleeps 11 | Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Crystal Beach Views | 4BR | Sleeps 11 | Hot Tub located?
This family-friendly Port Bolivar holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Crystal Beach and Stingaree Marina. Gilchrist Beach and nauti beaver hut are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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