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Beachfront Bolivar bungalow - bring the kids, the dogs, and fishing rods!

Beachfront, with water park

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Escape to Rock Lobster, a tranquil beachfront haven on Bolivar Peninsula. Unwind with an unobstructed ocean view from the front porch and explore the island with golf carts, putt putt golf, or water parks. The house is perfect for fishing enthusiasts who can enjoy both beach fishing and chartered bay excursions.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beachfront Bolivar bungalow - bring the kids, the dogs, and fishing rods!

Our Rock Lobster beach house is the perfect beach front family or fishing getaway on the Texas gulf coast. Enjoy the slower rhythms of Bolivar Peninsula while still being close to Crystal Beach. You are able to access all that Galveston has to offer with a quick trip on the ferry. Sunrise and sunset are tough to beat from the front porch with a coffee or a cocktail staring out at the unobstructed views of the ocean. Go explore the island too - rent some golf carts for beach rides, play putt putt golf, or hit up a water park. The fishing is great here too, whether you want to fish off the beach or charter a guide in the bay. We are also home to fantastic live music on the island - from a laid-back acoustic show to a full blown band rocking the house! Why go anywhere else? Come see us, relax, and stay a while!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Absolutely no parties please.

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: Keep dogs off beds and couches please

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

Map
Bolivar Peninsula, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 55 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Port of Galveston - 55 min drive - 47.3 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 56 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 61 min drive - 53.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dannays Donuts - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Bolivar bungalow - bring the kids, the dogs, and fishing rods! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Beachfront Bolivar bungalow - bring the kids, the dogs, and fishing rods! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Bolivar bungalow - bring the kids, the dogs, and fishing rods! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Bolivar bungalow - bring the kids, the dogs, and fishing rods! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Bolivar bungalow - bring the kids, the dogs, and fishing rods! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Crystal Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Gilchrist Beach. High Island Beach and Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Beachfront Bolivar bungalow - bring the kids, the dogs, and fishing rods! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CAYCE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect. The house was cute and just the right size for 7 of us. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend to others.
Our view of the beach from the porch.
Our view of the beach from the porch.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean property, very quiet part of the beach which was nice. Lots of shell hunting. Loved it for our weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will definitely be back!

Everything was perfect. The location was better than we imagined. We will absolutely be making this a regular stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neha K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book this place!

We absolutely loved our stay at this property! It was perfect in every way — super dog-friendly, just a short walk to the beach, and thoughtfully stocked with beach toys, chairs, and everything you’d need for a fun day in the sun. The home was clean, bright, and full of natural light. One of our favorite highlights was watching the fireworks — it felt like we had front-row seats! It truly made our trip memorable. We’d come back in a heartbeat. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away with granddaughters

Perfect location in proximity to the beach! Everything was as presented!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colby L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

Very clean house with a very good view of the ocean. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend

Cute little bungalow right on the beach! What else could you ask for? SUPER CLEAN with beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debby H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Such a peaceful location. Very little activity on our part of the beach and lots of shells and sea glass to examine. The house was pristine and the owners were great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adelina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

It was what we needed. We will be going back and my family enjoyed it so much they are going to book it too for their vacation
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome host!

Really enjoyed beach home. Well equipped and clean. Matt was wonderful. Very polite and patient. We will rent again for sure! Pam Hanks
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachfront bliss

Host were great throughout the process. They communicated well when we had questions, and they let us know in advance when housekeeping would be done so that we could begin our stay. The property itself was clean and in good repair. It's located directly on the beach. It was easy for us to go back and forth as needed. Wonderful experience all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holli S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book this beach bungalow! ☀️🌊

Stayed here for three nights with my husband, our two young children, my mom & aunt, plus our two dogs & the house was the perfect size for our group. The house itself is cozy & clean, with beautiful ocean views from the main living area/kitchen. The location is perfect: beachfront in a quiet, uncrowded area of the peninsula. The owners are helpful with providing any info needed. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Gem!

WOW! What an amazing place and space! A beautiful secluded beach, marvelous home, and relaxing retreat. We loved being so close to our destination of High Island for the spring bird migration. The steps from the deck down to the backyard and beach were perfect! Can’t wait to come back and bring family and friends. A true gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

becky s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful home and beach stay! Love it

My husband and I stayed 4 nights in the wonderful oceanfront home. It is wonderfully decorated in seaside tones that makes you feel truly immersed with the beach. The home was furnished with everything you need. There are plenty of chairs to sit on the porches, in the lower level and right beside the beach with a fire pit. We did not use the grill or shower outside but those we brand new also. What made it extremely special was that there was very little people on the beach because you are so far away from the small community homes. So when I would sit on the porch and look out to the gulf there was rarely anyone in my view. I felt it was just us and the ocean. Loved it. It was a slice of Heaven! Just what we wanted to relax and get away. Also, very important was Matt the owner responded super quick to any questions we may have needed which is very reassuring when renting a home. Will most surely come back and will recommend to friends. Also, the beach is great for shells and very clean compared to other places on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023