[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Tipsy Turtle - Close to beach, Cargo Lift, 3 bedroom, Sleeps 8 Vacation home in Port Bolivar with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105220000/105210400/105210302/e0b353fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105220000/105210400/105210302/652783a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105220000/105210400/105210302/57a1c6d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105220000/105210400/105210302/370e8f9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105220000/105210400/105210302/9ce9be70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in Crystal Beach, Tipsy Turtle is a beautiful and spacious home with an open floor plan, three comfortable bedrooms, and roomy kitchen. Enjoy great outdoor deck space and the convenience of a cargo lift. This beachside retreat also features a whole home generator for added peace of mind. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tipsy Turtle - Close to beach, Cargo Lift, 3 bedroom, Sleeps 8 BEACHSIDE - BEAUMONT/SANDPIPER - 3 BEDROOM - 3 BATH - SLEEPS 8 Starting at - WEEK: Winter $1362.00 / Summer $1812.00 For reservations less than a week, click on "Get My Quote" SUMMER SEASON: May 12, 2025 – September 1, 2025 WINTER SEASON: September 3, 2024 – May 11, 2025 LINENS INCLUDED New to our rental program and ready for summer!!! Beautiful and spacious, Tipsy Turtle is well stocked and the perfect size for your family visit to Crystal Beach! This home boasts an open floor plan, three comfortable bedrooms, roomy kitchen, great outdoor deck space. Cargo Lift available for use (with fee). Tipsy Turtle also has a whole home generator. Primary Bedroom - King Bed, TV, En Suite Bath w/ Glass/Tile Shower. Bedroom 2 - Queen Bed, TV Bedroom 3 - Queen Bed, TV Living Room - Queen Sleeper Sofa Guest Bath - Tub/Shower Combo. 2 NIGHT MINIMUM (Excluding Holidays) FOR WEEKLY RENTALS, ARRIVAL DAYS ARE: MONDAY OR FRIDAY, DEPARTURE DAYS ARE SUNDAY OR THURSDAY (depending on reservations already in place). Please call our office to book for alternate arrival or departure dates. NO PETS ALLOWED 10-20% INCREASE APPLIED TO RATES FOR ALL HOLIDAYS, SPRING BREAK AND CERTAIN EVENTS. All Cobb Real Estate vacation rentals are NON-SMOKING properties. This home works well with TEMPORARY SANITY, ALWAYS SUNNY, SHRIMPIN’ AIN’T EASY, SEASIDE MERRYMENT, TURTLE COVE and HOMES LOCATED IN THE NOISY WAVES AND SANDPIPER SUBDIVISION. Even when provided, Internet Access/Satellite TV/Cell service can be unreliable on The Bolivar Peninsula, as we are a rural community and weather sensitive area. We apologize, but Cobb Real Estate cannot guarantee that these amenities will be working during your stay and cannot offer refunds for disruption of these services. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information; however, it is not guaranteed. It is subject to errors, omissions, change of price, change or withdrawal of house contents and/or features without notice. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110150000/110142300/110142253/ad159e71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Aqua Alma: Studio, 1 BA House in Crystal Beach, Sleeps 8 Crystal Beach - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=110142253&PinnedHotelID=110142253&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88480000/88477400/88477359/b3bf1317.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Home, King Suite, Pet Friendly, Games, Tiki Bar! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 1544-263461 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Port Bolivar. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach, while Pier 21 Theater and Texas Seaport Museum are cultural highlights. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, windsurfing, and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Port Bolivar travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Bolivar.dx6141815) [View more Vacation homes in Port Bolivar](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Bolivar-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6141815-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C29.46168%2C-94.62314&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=l8efrkfmbFx1973c93I6rQlCqW0=) Crystal Beach, TX ### What's nearby - Crystal Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 51 min drive - 35.2 km - Port of Galveston - 52 min drive - 35.6 km - Galveston Seawall - 52 min drive - 36.7 km - East Beach - 59 min drive - 38.9 km ### Restaurants - ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬5 min drive - ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬2 min drive - ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive - ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬5 min walk - ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tipsy Turtle - Close to beach, Cargo Lift, 3 bedroom, Sleeps 8 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tipsy Turtle - Close to beach, Cargo Lift, 3 bedroom, Sleeps 8? > Check-in begins at 12:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tipsy Turtle - Close to beach, Cargo Lift, 3 bedroom, Sleeps 8? > Check-out is at 2:00 PM. ### Where is Tipsy Turtle - Close to beach, Cargo Lift, 3 bedroom, Sleeps 8 located? > Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Crystal Beach and within 12 mi (20 km) of Gilchrist Beach and Fort Travis Seashore Park. High Island Beach and Galveston Ferry Terminal are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tipsy Turtle - Close to beach, Cargo Lift, 3 bedroom, Sleeps 8 Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional 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.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura E. Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect house and location ##### Laura E. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin H. Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was very clean and a great location from the beach! We rented a golf cart which made it a fun, quick trip to the sand. The house was decorated so well and the small touches were great! It had everything we needed and more. The game room added extra fun, too! We would love to stay there again! ##### Robin H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### lacey s. Aug 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice house Just a few things that I wasn't overly excited about. The listing boasts a cargo lift however it is padlocked and unaccessible. The master bedroom is not a king size mattress, it is 2 twin mattresses pushed together with a gap between. ##### lacey s. 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