Crystal Beach stay.With a stay at this Crystal Beach vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Crystal Beach and 9 miles (15 km) of Gilchrist Beach. Port Bolivar Beaches and Fort Travis Seashore Park are within 12 miles (20 km).
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 47 min drive - 34.1 km
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 48 min drive - 35.2 km
Galveston Seawall - 48 min drive - 35.6 km
Port of Galveston - 48 min drive - 34.5 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 100 min drive
Restaurants
Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - 6 min drive
Nauti Beaver Hut - 2 min drive
Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - 18 min walk
HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - 4 min drive
Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 7 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.
Mar Y Sol
Summary:
Stunning home with gorgeous beach views!
The Space:
Whether you’re relaxing after a day on the water or hosting guests on the expansive wraparound deck, you will love to bask in the cooling sea breezes and admire the views of the ocean. With over 2500 square feet, Mar y Sol has all the amenities of home, including high speed internet, washer/dryer, and a well-stocked kitchen - but you're only steps from the beach!
Bathed in an abundance of natural light, the open dining & living area offers high ceilings, a fireplace, and a wet bar where you can prepare delicious afternoon cocktails before stepping out to the massive deck. Or, if you prefer to stay indoors, the large windows offer a spectacular view of the Gulf of Mexico.
Upstairs, Mar y Sol has a private spacious primary bedroom retreat, featuring a king bed and an ensuite bath with separate tub and walk-in shower. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail on the private balcony with more amazing gulf views.
The home also has three bedrooms on the main floor. Bedroom one has a queen bed, and bedroom two features two sets of queen over queen bunk beds. Bedroom three features a queen bed with a full sized futon. Additional bedding includes twin futons and 1 full sleeper sofa, making space for 16 to sleep comfortably.
No pets are allowed. All Swedes Real Estate vacation rentals are non-smoking properties. Swedes does not rent to guests under 25 years of age.
The homeowner does not provide linens and towels, but, if you choose, they are available upon request from our linen service (additional fee applies).
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 2,562 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No campers or RV’S are allowed on any rental home property.
All rentals have a maximum capacity. Exceeding the capacity of any home will result in ...
Pets
No pets allowed
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Mar Y Sol to the airport?
This vacation home is 52.9 mi (100-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Mar Y Sol have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Mar Y Sol to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Crystal Beach and 9 mi (17-min drive) from Gilchrist Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Mar Y Sol offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Mar Y Sol?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Mar Y Sol?
Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Mar Y Sol?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Mar Y Sol have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Mar Y Sol have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Mar Y Sol to downtown Port Bolivar?
This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Port Bolivar.
Mar Y Sol Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
10 - Excellent
11
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
8 - Good
0
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
6 - Okay
2
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 16 reviews
4 - Poor
2
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
5.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
Aug 21, 2025
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
4/10 Poor
Michael A.
Mar 17, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Worst house in 5 years of traveling to Crystal Beach
My family has stayed in VRBO homes in many states, FL, CO, OK, NM, TX...etc.
No linens is a first for us, but when they say no linens they mean it.
Pros-
Close to the beach
Cons-
No hand towels
No bath mats
Side bath shower does not work
If someone is showering and another faucet gets turned on you lose all water pressure.
Tub Stopper doesn't work
Garbage disposal doesn't work or drain and smells like a dead animal
Kitchen is not equipped with enough to prep a meal for a family
Ice machine on fridge doesn't work
Dishwasher doesn't work
Washer and dryer are disgusting and really old
Furniture is disgusting and still has goodwill tags on lots of things
There were no paper goods or trash bags
There is not a broom or mop
Stairs had nails sticking up(barefoot at the beach)
Lights in the carport don't work properly so don't plan on hanging out downstairs
No outdoor shower
There is only parking for 1 vehicle and not easily accessible( can't park under cover)
Not to mention the cost, thinking it is nice because it is expensive is the complete wrong thing to think. We checked out a day early and booked another house.
Michael A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cindi
Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Everything was perfect and the beach was down the street so that was a plus when you have kiddos. The only down side was there was no ramp or gravel to get to the parking spaces so parking was a little challenging.
Cindi
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
4/10 Poor
Cynthia G.
Aug 8, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not worth your $$$$$$
I hate to be that person, but don't rent from Swedes Realty. Sooo unorganized. The list is long.
-Dirty when arrived
--Cleaning ladies cleaning while we are getting ready to make dinner
--previous
renters dirty linens on front entrance floor
-- food stains on tables throughout the house
--- dirty sandy comforters
--urinated carpets in bathroom
--online photos misrepresents property
-- outside trash overflowed and smelly as HELL
--no outside shower
--put your own linens on(that's not a vacation)
--wifi NEVER worked
--no home inspection
-- cabinets stained with food
Honestly, I could keep going on. Called to speak to manager. NEVER got a call back. But they got my money. Never again!!!!
Cynthia G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
6/10 Okay
Maurita S.
Apr 25, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
A few issues
When arriving at the house we found zero toilet paper in an of the restrooms for a house that sleeps 11 people…I did contact the property managers and they brought some over for us. We later learned that the dishwasher did not work and the bottom of it was nasty and full of old food, it smelled terrible. The kitchen sink would not drain when washing dishes and the garbage disposal didn’t work. The plates and bowls and glasses in the cabinets were dirty and we had to wash them before we could use them. Parking was not the best because you can’t park under the house on the slab and there was not a driveway-everything was grass and that’s where we had to park not knowing if that was ok. We had a good time and the property is very close to the beach. The house had a very nice large porch with plenty of tables and chairs to sit with friends. Overall the house needs a few repairs and some attention, but plenty of room.