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Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly

Beachfront vacation home near Crystal Beach

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Exterior
TV
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms156 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Crystal Beach, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Stingaree Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the area

Port Bolivar

On the beach.Your stay at this Crystal Beach vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Crystal Beach and Stingaree Marina. Gilchrist Beach is within 9 miles (15 km) and High Island Beach is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Stingaree Marina - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 51 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Port of Galveston - 52 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 56 min drive - 44.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly

This beautiful beachfront, 3 bedroom, 2 bath house is located only a few steps from the beach. Step outside on the furnished deck and enjoy amazing sunrises with your morning coffee - you will fall in love with the views! In the evening, it's a great place to share memories of the day while watching the stars.

This beautiful home features a spacious living area and kitchen and is a must for your family vacation. The living room has cozy seating, and a smart TV with DVD player. You'll find everything you need to prepare your favorite meals or just a quick snack in the kitchen, including a regular drip coffee maker and blender. For your convenience, there is a washer and dryer on the premises, and high speed internet is available.

With over 1600 square feet, the home easily sleeps 10 The primary suite has a king bed and an ensuite bathroom with a garden tub and walk-in shower. The second bedroom has 2 Queen Beds and third bedroom has 2 queen beds, they are separated by a full bath.

Underneath the house, in the shade, there is a bar area where you can relax with your family and friends around the picnic table, while you barbecue on the charcoal grill. The outdoor shower is perfect for rinsing off the sand after a day at the beach!

Small dogs (max 2, under 40 pounds) are allowed with a $125 pet fee and may need to be added after booking.
Must be 25 yrs. of age to book.
Located across the ferry from Galveston, Tx.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,680 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

RENTAL AGREEMENT: This vacation rental agreement is a legal agreement between Sand Dollar Beach Vacations (also referred to as the “Homeowners” an...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly to downtown Port Bolivar?

This vacation home is 2.5 mi away from Port Bolivar.

Rhea's Retreat, Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George T.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Libreata W., Montgomery

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely loved our visit! Great location, clean, spacious and beautiful views! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
We all were very impressed with the aesthetics of the home and how large it is. Being directly across from the Gulf of America was phenomenal. Sunrise and sunset from the large second story balcony was delightful. The air conditioner kept the entire house chilled even during the heat of the day. The kitchen was well supplied with everything we needed to cook and serve our hungry bunch. It was nice to have 2 toasters, an extra large electric skillet and crockpot to cook big meals. The location was close to a grocery store, donut shop, and gas stations. We enjoyed the Galveston Pleasure Pier, the Space Center, and the local escape room. It was a great family vacation!
The beach in front of the house.
View of our kite from the balcony. Beach right in front of the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay in crystal beach! I’ll definitely be coming back here! Everything was perfect and super clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great 4th of July Stay — Fantastic Location!

We had a great 4th of July trip here! There was a bit of confusion with our guest and bed count after booking, but the host was easy to work with, and so were we. :)If you're booking this house mainly to stay in and watch movies, keep in mind that the TVs are small and just adequate. You won’t get a full movie night experience, but for basic use, they’re fine.The ice maker didn’t work during our stay, but I didn’t feel it was worth complaining about. The store is right down the street, and honestly, I’m used to buying ice since built-in makers rarely keep up with demand in rentals. Tap water was fine too, though I always travel with a Waterdrop filter just in case.Beds weren’t the most comfortable, but comfort is subjective, and we didn’t spend much time in them anyway. The house itself was clean, comfortable, and well stocked with everything we needed: plenty of toilet paper, paper towels, and bath towels (though bring your own beach towels!).Parking was abundant, and the beach is right there. You’ll get sand on your tires—it’s that close. The views are stunning and more than make up for the few minor inconveniences.A few tips for families: bring earplugs or noise protection for little ones during fireworks weekends. Our 8-month-old did great with ear coverings. Also, keep a close eye on toddlers around the balcony, as there’s no gate to block off the stairs. And because you’re so close to the beach, you may get the occasional rogue firework heading your way.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CRAIG L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property condition and location were perfect! Plenty of room, clean and right on the beach! We will absolutely book this again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Della R.

Stay in crystal beach

The house was in a great location and was a very nice home but the cleanliness was not good when we arrived we had to put the trash out by the road so it could be picked up there was trash under a couple of beds. As far as the things listed to use the grill was nasty we had to go buy a grate to be able to use it plus put pans in the bottom for the charcoal due to the holes. We had to wash towels every day since there was only 1 per person and to do that we had to buy laundry detergent so having to wash towels every day on vacation is not good. Toilet paper had to buy not enough left same as paper towels.cleaning crew really needs to be looked at they are really not doing their job for what we pay in cleaning cost.
Nasty grill
Trash we had to place out
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki A.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s so beautiful! The sun set and the sunrise is absolutely stunning! The rooms are nice and master is huge! Lovely place y’all have ! I’m jealous!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Bliss

The layout, location, and proximity to the beach was perfect for our three generational family. We were close enough to the water to walk a few steps to the beach or sit on the deck and watch the grandkids build sandcastles and play in the water. Everyone had a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025