Title: Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck! 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 # Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck! Beach cottage in Port Bolivar with free parking ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93546800/93546702/9681cb08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93546800/93546702/3a2584b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93546800/93546702/2cf43c3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93546800/93546702/9a58934c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93546800/93546702/a5337ff1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck! provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 142098 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Washer - Parking included - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck! Beach cottage in Port Bolivar with free parking This smoke-free cottage features free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Added amenities include a washing machine, 3.5 bathrooms and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers a ceiling fan. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Direct access to a private beach ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Free cot - Highchair ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98260000/98259500/98259465/ca5a9a6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Sands 1 Crystal Beach - Sea view - Pool - Washer - Parking included 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=98259465&PinnedHotelID=98259465&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111700000/111693600/111693581/d35d8f75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Group Getaway on Bolivar Peninsula Crystal Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=111693581&PinnedHotelID=111693581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111640000/111636100/111636041/493f4fd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'the Beach House' Bolivar Peninsula Family Getaway Crystal Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=111636041&PinnedHotelID=111636041&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75020000/75011500/75011404/9fc1f70f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yurt on the Beach Crystal Beach - Sea view - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews £441 includes taxes & fees 28 Oct - 29 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=75011404&PinnedHotelID=75011404&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70040000/70038400/70038311/b4abad9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Everything Beachy! 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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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 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. ### Property is also known as Sunny Beaches' Retreat Walk to the Ocean! Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck Walk to the Ocean! Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck! Cottage Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck! Port Bolivar ## About the area ![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%7C29.45490%2C-94.62688&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dwyVTThCZ_j0n4x0hwQjoEAb1Sw=) Port Bolivar, TX #### What's nearby - Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 51 min drive - 21.0 miles - Port of Galveston - 52 min drive - 21.2 miles - Galveston Seawall - 52 min drive - 21.9 miles - East Beach - 58 min drive - 23.3 miles #### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 89 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬6 min drive - ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬3 min drive - ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬20 min walk - ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive - ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck!? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck!? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck! located? > Offering direct access to the beach, this Crystal Beach cottage is 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 10.7 mi (17.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Steps to Shore: Crystal Beach Retreat w/ Deck! 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