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"Location was great! House was clean and had everything we needed! Perfect place for a family vacation!"

"I was a food vendor that worked,”Crab Festival” rooms are very clean, quit, beds are comfortable. I would stay again. "

"We had a great time everything was nice host was always replying on time"

"I have stayed at this owner's properties a few times. Just like always, the house was clean and comfortable. A minor concern (sticky door lock from the salt air) was handled immediately with quick, clear communication and a personal visit. The owner even personally reached out when a severe thunderstorm would be coming through to warn us. My only advice is to use the mosquito spray they provide and follow the owner's directions for use immediately. The house is on the beach, but the grassy dunes have mosquitoes. (And lots of happy frogs!) The mosquitoes are not so bad on the upper porch, though. I appreciated the streaming services available. Any pots or pans needed were there, as well. I also loved the showers! I want to buy a similar fixture for home use now. Crystal Beach is a comfortable, safe, and friendly little coastal town. I have never had an unpleasant visit. If you want a "busier" experience for a day during your trip, Galveston is only a short ferry ride away, but we always find plenty to do on the peninsula. I can't wait to go back!"

"The location was great for us and we enjoyed the updated furnishings in the house."

"Really enjoyed it. The only one problem we had there was the commode chain broke and I tried to get together but could not get to stay."

"We enjoyed our stay in this cute and clean home! They had all the necessary pots and pans for cooking meals & had both types of coffee makers. It was obvious they care about taking care of their home!"

"The house was fine, and quite clean. Very close to the beach, just 3 driveways away. The beds were comfortable. The Wi-Fi didn't work when we got there, but was fixed fairly quickly. Locking the front door when you leave the house takes a little time to figure out. The dishes, utensils and cutlery were filthy. Luckily we have learned to run everything in the dishwasher the second we arrive. The kitchen light was out, but there was plenty of "mood" lighting. The TV was bad, but most people probably don't count on that when they are at the beach. There were only a couple of channels that weren't pixilated. We are senior citizens and like to watch the news morning and night. The stairs to the house were a challenge with our old knees, but to be expected. A good affordable place to spend a quick get away."

"The house was clean and very nice. Great location and easy access to the beach."