Title: Amazing View, Gorgeous Beachfront, Huge Deck, Luxury Retreat-Sleeps 14, Starlink Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Amazing View, Gorgeous Beachfront, Huge Deck, Luxury Retreat-Sleeps 14, Starlink ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30530000/30525200/30525184/6916024f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30530000/30525200/30525184/07ecc9ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30530000/30525200/30525184/9d2dcd51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30530000/30525200/30525184/666244d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30530000/30525200/30525184/e9156cb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Amazing View, Gorgeous Beachfront, Huge Deck, Luxury Retreat-Sleeps 14, Starlink provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Amazing View, Gorgeous Beachfront, Huge Deck, Luxury Retreat-Sleeps 14, Starlink 'The Surfing Mermaids' is a beautiful beachfront vacation rental in Crystal Beach, Texas. This four bedroom, three bath home sleeps fourteen. The views of the Gulf of Mexico are spectacular from either of the spacious decks. Featuring STARLINK internet! This home is stylishly furnished with all amenities imaginable and INCLUDES LINENS for no extra fee. The grill, built in picnic tables, and bar downstairs make entertaining easy and enjoyable in any kind of weather. This home is great for families who want to be together while still having room to enjoy quiet time alone. Located centrally in Holiday subdivision, 'The Surfing Mermaids' is close to a water slide, shopping, restaurants and golf cart rental. Pamper yourself with this exclusive vacation getaway. Amenities: Sleeping accommodations for 14 4 bedrooms, 3 baths Downstairs - one bedroom with a queen bed. Bunk room has 3 sets of bunk beds - 2 full beds and 4 twins. Upstairs - two master bedrooms with a queen bed and bath and a king bed and bath. Fully equipped kitchen What we provide: Starlink Wifi, washer/dryer, picnic tables, BBQ charcoal grill, outdoor shower. What you need to bring: Beach towels, toiletries, umbrellas and chairs for the beach, toilet paper, paper towels, insect repellent Please note our properties have video surveillance / CCTV on the deck and outside areas. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Charcoal grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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) - Security system - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 26 ### 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 ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys Make sure you leave the keys in the lockbox and lock the door when you leave. Please turn the A/C up to 75 degrees. Please take ALL trash (including bathrooms) & place it in the garbage downstairs. Lock all windows and doors. Turn off all lights. Turn off all TV’s and place all remotes to the top of the TV. Empty all trashcans and place trash in the outdoor cans provided. Remove all linens. Kitchen: Put all dishes in the dishwasher, put soap in, and turn on. Empty and clean out refrigerator and freezer COMPLETELY. Please clean up any spills. Outdoor: Empty and clean the BBQ pit. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Pets need to be approved before booking. There is a non refundable fee of $200 PER PET if approved. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 1 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Must Be Approved, $200 Fee per pet. ### 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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a security system and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Galveston Seawall and Fort Travis Seashore Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. Texas Seaport Museum and Haunted Mayfield Manor are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Port Bolivar travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Bolivar.dx6141815) [View more Holiday homes in Port Bolivar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Bolivar-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6141815-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.46410%2C-94.60689&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=otj0QYV8XfBOXeZNXLURQEp1Dio=) Crystal Beach, TX ### What's nearby - Crystal Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Stingaree Marina - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 54 min drive - 23.3 miles - Port of Galveston - 54 min drive - 23.5 miles - Galveston Seawall - 55 min drive - 24.2 miles ### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 91 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬7 min drive - ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬4 min drive - ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive - ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬3 min drive - ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Amazing View, Gorgeous Beachfront, Huge Deck, Luxury Retreat-Sleeps 14, Starlink pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Amazing View, Gorgeous Beachfront, Huge Deck, Luxury Retreat-Sleeps 14, Starlink? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Amazing View, Gorgeous Beachfront, Huge Deck, Luxury Retreat-Sleeps 14, Starlink? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Amazing View, Gorgeous Beachfront, Huge Deck, Luxury Retreat-Sleeps 14, Starlink located? > This Crystal Beach holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Crystal Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches. Fort Travis Seashore Park is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Amazing View, Gorgeous Beachfront, Huge Deck, Luxury Retreat-Sleeps 14, Starlink Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 89 8 - Good 14 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra W. 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family trip 2025 The location and house was very good. There was a few issues that we referred to the owner. It is a lovely place to stay and we will put it in the list to visit again. ##### Sandra W. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina M. 11 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Winter Getaway The property was great.We loved it. ##### Tina M. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darlene B. 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Beautiful home. Owner very nice and quick to respond back to you. I would recommend. The view from the deck is wonderful ##### Darlene B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### VuLong N. 1 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Beautiful views and beautiful property ##### VuLong N. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert W. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect View, Right on the beach, very quiet and nice layout Stayed Valentines weekend 2025. Nice clean place on the beach and either nicely renovated or fairly new construction. Owner was very responsive and helpful to locate local amenities and help us with items in the home that we were not familiar with. We will certainly return for another stay! ##### Robert W. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy W. 22 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mermaids What a great house and awesome location! Had another wonderful family summer get away! ##### Tracy W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MELINDA F. 24 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place 6 adults we all really enjoyed our stay ##### MELINDA F. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan W. 29 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway for a family Perfect getaway for a family. Exactly what we needed. Can’t beat the location. ##### Megan W. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason W. 19 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Cabin with Space! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful beachfront cabin! Two master suites upstairs was a huge plus. Great location close to beach access. ##### Jason W. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DeaAnn M. 11 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and views Great family getaway to the beach perfect location. Very quiet and tranquil. Place was plenty big for family to enjoy and have their own space. ##### DeaAnn M. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### henry d. 17 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A+ A+ ##### henry d. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia L. 19 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Stay Very relaxing place! View is awesome! Plenty of room for everyone! ##### Patricia L. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dawn H. 10 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect We loved it! The home was perfect for us! So comfortable and accommodating! ##### Dawn H. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie J. 5 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! Highly recommend for views, location, layout of bedrooms, etc. it was great! ##### Katie J. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy M., Cypress Tx 17 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Members Wedding We had a Wonderful stay despite the Weather wasn’t the Best. The House was nice and clean and the layout was perfect,for family needing multiple beds, bathrooms. The Host had it stocked with necessities you needed. ##### Tammy M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peri P. 21 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short walk to beach This house was perfect for our family gathering!! The sleeping arrangements and main layout are great for multiple families with kids. It’s a short walk to the beach with great ocean views from the balconies. ##### Peri P. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca H. 12 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer 2024 We stayed 4 days in June with our kids and grands. The house is lovely with lots of space…the kids loved having their own room. The location is wonderful! Beachfront with easy beach access. Loved how easy it was to communicate with the owner. We’d love to return for sure! ##### Rebecca H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy E. 9 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home and gorgeous views! Had a wonderful stay. Everything was perfect. Loved the natural light, views and comfort. Arrived after dark and it was hard to locate lock box due to not knowing location and no lights. Towels were in dryer and dishes left in dishwasher. I would recommend labels on light switches as there are MANY. These were just minor inconveniences though. ##### Christy E. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Stacy P. 21 Feb 2023 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Nice house. We had a great time. A few things need repair but overall a nice house. ##### Stacy P. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela B., Lake Charles, La. 5 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home on beach! House was very comfortable and in a great location. We loved the view! Had everything we needed there. Several restaurants and the Big Store all nearby. Host was quick to respond to questions and very helpful. Hope to be able to stay again soon. ##### Pamela B. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Winton L. 16 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful beach vacation weekend! We go to Crystal Beach every year this time of year. This house was perfect for our group. We will try to book this place next year. Perfect! ##### Winton L. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard C. 31 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Great house Really great house and easy walk to the beach. The beach and water are nice but the people are mostly far right so if that would be an issue, FYI. ##### Richard C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachael A. 31 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful beach house Overall the house was absolutely beautiful, very clean, and supplied with everything you need. We had a slight issue with the noise from the neighbors, but the property manager was quick to respond. Quick walk to the beach which was nice! ##### Rachael A. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paige D., Magnolia, TX 13 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gals Trip Great view. Lots of bedrooms with private bathrooms, which made it really nice for us for gal pals who are all over 55. Kitchen was very spacious, overall had a fantastic time. No need to bring bags of ice, since there is a functioning ice machine, which was nice. ##### Paige D. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer G. 4 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls' Weekend Great time spent with friends and family before a first wedding. We had a catered brunch scheduled for another house in Holiday Beach, but when we entered the main room, our immediate reaction was....."this is perfect". The chef agreed when he came Saturday morning. We were able to get sun on the front porch and even had a pinata hanging from the upstairs' railing that exploded on the grass below. We all really enjoyed our stay. Wish we could have been there longer. ##### Jennifer G. 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