Title: Salty But Sweet - Ocean Views and Lots of Room! 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 # Salty But Sweet - Ocean Views and Lots of Room! Family-friendly holiday home in Port Bolivar ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101080000/101070200/101070125/1fdddffe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101080000/101070200/101070125/7e94c6d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101080000/101070200/101070125/00aefbc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101080000/101070200/101070125/64617a16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101080000/101070200/101070125/2010d52a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Salty But Sweet, a spacious coastal home in Crystal Beach, offers great views of the Gulf of Mexico and a relaxing ambiance. With neighborhood beach access nearby, you can enjoy water activities or unwind on the deck with family and friends while taking in the views. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 162450 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Air conditioning - 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. ### Salty But Sweet - Ocean Views and Lots of Room! Salty But Sweet is the perfect, dog friendly, home for a family beach getaway! You can relax and enjoy your stay in a spacious, 4 bedroom/3 bathroom, family style coastal home with great views of the Gulf of Mexico. This home can sleep up to 16 people. It has a fenced outdoor space for entertaining, a cargo lift, and neighborhood beach access for pedestrians and golf carts is very close by! Up to 2 dogs under 50 pounds are welcome for an additional fee of $200 per stay. The house is equipped with Starlink Internet and Wi-Fi is available for streaming your favorite music or TV apps. Starter supplies included are paper towels, toilet paper, dishwasher tabs, dish soap, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, laundry soap, and trash bags. A few coffee pods, tea bags, ground coffee, and filters are also included to get you started. The kitchen is equipped with new stainless appliances and is fully stocked for cooking, baking, and dining. The dining room has a large dining table and plenty of seats for everyone to sit together and enjoy a meal. A high chair is available for tiny vacationers to use as well. Kick back and watch a movie or your favorite sports on the 86" 4K Smart TV with soundbar in the large, open living area with plenty of seating. If the kiddos need an area to hang out, Bedroom 1 is a large area with queen over queen and full over full bunk beds, a 55" Smart TV, books, games and toys as well as a full bathroom. There is also a video arcade with tons of games. Bedroom 2 has a king bed, large desk, 55" Smart TV, large closet, and bathroom with a shower, jetted tub and 2 vanities. Bedroom 3 has queen over queen and twin xl over twin xl bunk beds, closet, and a 32" Smart TV. Bedroom 4 has a king bed, closet and a 55" Smart TV. Bedrooms 3 and 4 will have use of the hallway bathroom. There is a full size laundry room with a large capacity washer and dryer as well as an iron and ironing board. A fire escape ladder and fire extinguisher are located in the bedroom 2 closet. There are also fire extinguishers under the kitchen sink, in the laundry room and in the garage area. Sit outside,soak up the sun and enjoy the view on the deck. Under the house you will find a great space for hanging out! You will have access to a portion of the garage that has an extra fridge, microwave, blender, beach chairs, cornhole boards and other outdoor games. A 65” Smart TV and soundbar are located in this room. If you aren’t watching the TV, connect your device to the soundbar for audio. The area under the house is fenced and has a shower and sink. The park style grill is located on the back side of the house and there are plenty of places to sit and enjoy an outdoor dinner after a fun day at the beach. You must provide your own charcoal. Grilling tools are available to use. Look no further for the perfect place to stay! Book Salty But Sweet for an awesome stay in Crystal Beach! Additional Info: A security camera with flood light is located above the 2 car garage, and a doorbell camera is located at the stairway. These are aimed toward the driveway and street for safety and security. There is room for 11 cars to park in the driveway. Please do not park on the street. Additional items to consider packing for your stay are sunscreen and mosquito spray. You must have a Bolivar Beach Sticker to park any vehicle on the beach, including golf carts. These are available for $10.00 at The Big Store or most local gas stations. These are good for the entire year in which they are purchased. Smoking is not permitted inside or on the deck. No fires of any kind are allowed on the property with the exception of cooking on the outdoor grill. No fireworks of any kind are allowed on the streets or properties in the neighborhood. Please take your fireworks to the beach. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### 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 ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Unit size: 2,450 square feet ## Similar properties ![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) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34147100/34147050/d8d911f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SPECIAL 40% off weekly rentals. 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Control on deck. Keep landing area clear, items within cage, all gates closed while in use. Be respectful of neighbors and keep noise down between the hours of 10PM and 8AM. Take fireworks to beach. Not permitted in neighborhood. Well behaved dogs only please. If a dog is reported to be aggressive, it will have to leave the property. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet) Note from host: Pets must never be left unattended. ### 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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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 ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Galveston Naval Museum and Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Travis Seashore Park and East End Historic District. Travelling with kids? Consider Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and swimming adventures can be found near the property. [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%7C29.47611%2C-94.58182&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Q9476BATlru5O8c6bi8ycoczz8w=) Galveston, TX ### What's nearby - Crystal Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Stingaree Marina - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 55 min drive - 24.8 miles - Port of Galveston - 56 min drive - 25.1 miles - Galveston Seawall - 56 min drive - 25.8 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬9 min drive - ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬5 min drive - ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬4 min drive - ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive - ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Salty But Sweet - Ocean Views and Lots of Room! 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 Salty But Sweet - Ocean Views and Lots of Room!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Salty But Sweet - Ocean Views and Lots of Room!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Salty But Sweet - Ocean Views and Lots of Room! located? > This family-friendly Port Bolivar holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Crystal Beach and Stingaree Marina. 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