Title: Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views 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 # Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views Holiday home in Port Bolivar with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89680000/89679400/89679350/f9c783db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89680000/89679400/89679350/ed207cd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89680000/89679400/89679350/ba4471f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89680000/89679400/89679350/f90f8a53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89680000/89679400/89679350/1ac93880.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views Second Time Around is a historic home that has been moved to the beach, a delightful mix of old and new! 4 Bedroom, 3 full baths, a wrap around deck with screened area, ample seating, and a down stairs begging to entertain are just a few of the highlights. This home is located in Sandy Shores subdivision. A family oriented neighborhood in the heart of Crystal Beach. It is on the second row with gorgeous views of the Gulf with direct beach access to walk or drive just a block over. The first thing you will notice upon arrival is the amazing entertainment area below the house. There is a picnic table, high table and 4 chairs, as well as a "photo ready" 2 seater brightly painted. The downstairs room has a full kitchen including Stove, Fridge, microwave, dish washer and coffee makers. It has roller doors to access the bar on the front and side. Inside there is another high table and chairs and a small bar. The back side has the original cathedral style double swing windows that can also be opened up to let the ocean breeze through. Around the side of the incredible outdoor bar is another fantastic area to relax and enjoy your company. It offers a swing and 4 high chairs. The outdoor shower and grill are near this area. When you make our way upstairs, the large deck has a table with chairs on one side and lounging and sunning chairs on the other side. You enter into the large open concept living area with high ceilings and a beautiful spiral stair case. The living area has comfortable seating, television with DishNetwork. It opens up to the kitchen only separated by the bar with 4 bar stools. The kitchen has everything you need to cook and serve meals, including 2 ovens, stove top, refrigerator with ice/water, wine fridge, dishwasher. The front bedroom has a queen size bed and a double closet. It also provides great views of the gulf. In the Hallway between the bedrooms and right of of the living area is a full bathroom with a separate tub, shower, and double vanity. The second bedroom also offers a queen bed. The 3rd bedroom is behind the kitchen and has a King bed, Tv with Dish Network, and access to the screened in portion of the deck. The second bathroom is located beside this room. It has a stand up tile shower. The 4th bedroom is a loft. The stair case divides it into 2 sections. The left side has 1 queen bed and the full bathroom. The other side has 2 queen beds. Second Time around offers great views, and a short walk to the beach. It is second row in Sandy Shores sub division. We provide all of the basic household cleaners, trash bags, 2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom, 2 rolls of paper towels, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, bath towels and the beds are made for your arrival. Pack light and start having fun from the minute you arrive! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,100 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33939500/33939475/7ff5fdd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Front Home, Huge Deck, Sleeps 12 Crystal Beach - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 239 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=33939475&PinnedHotelID=33939475&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78100000/78098400/78098370/f47b598a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 🌊STUNNING OCEAN VIEWS 🎣 ON the WATER 🏝️NO NEIGHBORS ☀️PETS OK 🐾 Crystal Beach - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 253 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=78098370&PinnedHotelID=78098370&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25120000/25115200/25115199/1fcc9dbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Changes in Latitudes - 2ND ROW GULF/BEACHVIEWS! - 4 /3, Sleeps 14 Crystal Beach - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 118 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=25115199&PinnedHotelID=25115199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22130000/22120300/22120244/3f09d540.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Story Upscale Beachfront House With unobstructed Beach Views from every room. 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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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary 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%7C29.46677%2C-94.60150&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-IloVd4raduVJzdyj3OavNTVFtg=) Crystal Beach, TX ### What's nearby - Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Stingaree Marina - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 54 min drive - 23.7 miles - Port of Galveston - 55 min drive - 23.9 miles - Galveston Seawall - 55 min drive - 24.6 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 - ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬3 min drive - ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive - ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful Historical Beach House with Gorgeous Views located? > Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is steps from Crystal Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Stingaree Marina. Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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