[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Get Your Beach Retreat On at The Blue Crab! Vacation home in Surfside Beach with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107600000/107599300/107599222/85fd3a3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107600000/107599300/107599222/b04ae422.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107600000/107599300/107599222/baa14135.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107600000/107599300/107599222/dfa97c66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107600000/107599300/107599222/5a047b7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to this seaside cottage, where the sound of waves and warm sunshine greet you each day. Unwind on the large covered porch or sunset balcony with ceiling fans throughout inside, while exploring nearby wildlife refuges or taking a day trip to Galveston Island. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61148 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Get Your Beach Retreat On at The Blue Crab! Summary: Offering a large sunrise deck, sunset balcony, and a patio perfect for your grilling perfections, this beach and bay/intracoastal getaway says "just relax". You are officially on island time now! The Space: Spend your days sunbathing on the nearby sandy beach, exploring the wildlife refuges, or taking a day trip to Galveston Island. After your adventures, return to this seaside cottage for some chill and grill time. SLEEP/BATH CONFIGURATION: (sleeps 4 in beds, will allow up to 6 Guests) ~ Bedroom 1 with King bed and luxury hotel bedding and sunset balcony ~ 2nd bedroom with Full/Queen bed with luxury hotel bedding and en suite bath ~ Full hall bath ~ Sleeper sofa in living area (please bring own bedding and pillows, if intend to use) FEATURES/AMENITIES: charcoal grill, large covered porch, outdoor shower, ceiling fans throughout inside, complimentary high-speed Internet/WIFI, laptop friendly, guest comforts of home welcome kit, all kitchen appliances plus washer and dryer, The Beach Front Deck Bar & Grill and the Seahorse Bar & Grill nearby.\*outdoor security/safety cameras on property Please note: cargo lift is not available for guest use due to safety and liability reasons. Guest Access: EASY CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT: It's easy to stay with us and secure too! Access the home electronically at 4pm on the date of your arrival with your unique lock code that we specifically give only to you via text and email. Your code is live from 4pm on your arrival date until 11am on the date of your departure. The Neighborhood: 🏝️ We (The 979 Crew) love our sleepy Surfside Beach community with plenty of sand and surf to enjoy! No touristy chain restaurants, shops or hotels. Just chillin' beach bar and grills, food (and beverage) trucks (like Surfin Rita Daiquiris To-Go), burger joints (like Pier 30 and Sharkies on the Beach) and tasty fresh seafood options (like Seahorse Bar & Grill and Beachfront Deck Bar & Grill) line the water. Surfside is your simple relaxing sandy beach, water sporting, surfing, fishing and crabbing vacation destination. Other Things to Note: HOSTED BY THE 979 CREW ADVANTAGE: The 979 Crew is comprised of island locals who are passionate about making sure the home you chose is nothing short of clean, comfortable, and ready for your group's fun! Every home is fully and professionally cleaned after each guest stay. In addition, all of our homes feature luxury hotel-quality/high thread count on all sheets, bedding, and bath towels which are replaced upon every turnover including the duvet covers and shams (we've heard not every company does this, and we think that's just gross). We take clean seriously! When you rent a 979 home, you'll also receive the 'comforts of home' guest welcome starter supply of shampoo, shower gel, conditioner, tp and paper towels, dishwasher and clothes washer pods. We want your stay to be as easy as you do, and the 979 Crew aims to deliver on that commitment. We love our island guests! 🐾 PUP-FRIENDLY: Bring Fido(s)! We welcome your furry friends (aka family members). Up to 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed at this home, subject to approval and a non-refundable pet fee of $100 per dog per stay. WIFI/TV SERVICE: Our properties include WIFI/Internet and TV service for your streaming services. Due to our location (Island living is a whole other way of life), service may be unpredictable or spotty, and repair times can be delayed. While we will do everything we can to ensure these items are in good working order before your arrival, please note, these services may not be as consistent as they are in your area. So grab your favorite people, ditch the electronics, and spend the day at our beautiful beaches! 979 VACATION PROPERTY SERVICES: All 979 rental home follow local and state tax rules. Reservations may be booked up to 365 days in advance. Please send inquiry and details if more than a year out as rates and availability may not be updated. Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee, $1M liability protection and $10K damage insurance - and good news, No Security Deposit Required! CANCELLATION POLICY: For any new reservation, you may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund. Some exceptions may apply for last-minute reservations. After that, cancel at least 30 days before your check-in and receive a refund in your original form of payment less the booking fee. Reservations made on 3rd party channels/OTAs such as Airbnb, VRBO, Booking, Hopper etc may be subject to their terms and conditions which may be different than 979's. Please reference the site where you originally reserved your stay. The 979 Crew looks forward to providing you with your cleanest, most comfortable, and FUN stay! \*NOTE: Absolutely No Prom, Graduation or other large (more than the max occupancy) parties/events permitted. Max # house sleeps (occupancy) = max # of Guests allowed on property at any time. Thank you. Interaction with Guests: Guest Service Hours: 8:30am-7:00pm ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### 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 - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water park - Horseback riding 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,148 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61001800/61001786/295d5a0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy, Cute, and Just a Skip to the Shore! 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Guest must complete simple Guest Agreement wit... ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and 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 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 and a first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as 66b6a779f815cd0013d3011f ## About the area ![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%7C28.96784%2C-95.26836&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qsa6BAAvO8hSRtoN_MUDR3y8NaM=) Surfside Beach, TX #### What's nearby - Surfside Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Swan Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km - Surfside Jetty Park - 6 min drive - 4.8 km - Quintana Beach County Park - 11 min drive - 5.6 km - Port of Freeport - 14 min drive - 14.5 km #### Restaurants - ‪American Rice - ‬14 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive - ‪Mi Ranchito - ‬9 min drive - ‪Seahorse Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sharkies on the Beach Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Get Your Beach Retreat On at The Blue Crab! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Get Your Beach Retreat On at The Blue Crab!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Get Your Beach Retreat On at The Blue Crab!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Get Your Beach Retreat On at The Blue Crab! located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Surfside Beach and Swan Lake. Fresh Water Lake and Follets Island Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Get Your Beach Retreat On at The Blue Crab! Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam H. Aug 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place Great place! Very close to the beach ##### Adam H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Laura R. Aug 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean, welcoming home. Beds very comfortable.Close to beach. Enjoyed our stay.Would recommend. ##### Laura R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Bruce C. Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean and classy. Tastefully decorated. ##### Bruce C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jacqueline L. Aug 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jacqueline L. 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