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PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12

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A wooden deck with a chevron-patterned pergola, overlooking a beach and a house. - PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12 (Crystal Beach)
A two-story building with a covered deck and a garage. - PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12 (Crystal Beach)
A living room with a large sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace. - PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12 (Crystal Beach)
A kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a microwave. - PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12 (Crystal Beach)
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the ocean through large windows. - PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12 (Crystal Beach)
PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12 provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121468 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12

  • 2ND ROW - ALBERDIE - 4 BEDROOM - 2 BATH - SLEEPS 12


    LINENS INCLUDED


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    WINTER SEASON: September 8, 2025 – May 10, 2026


    SUMMER SEASON: May 11, 2026 – September 6, 2026


    Remodeled Crystal Beach 2nd row home in great subdivision. Great views, quick beach access, centrally located and pet friendly make this a perfect choice for your beach vacation. 4 bedrooms, well stocked kitchen, wifi and smart tv in living room and every bedroom. Lots of room for hanging out on the deck and spacious interior great room offers plenty of space for friends and family traveling together.


    Primary Bedroom (King), Bedroom 2 (Full, Twin/Twin Bunk), Bedroom 3 (King), Bedroom 4 (Queen, Twin/Twin Bunk). Bathroom 1 (Tub/Shower Combo), Bathroom 2 (Tub/ Shower Combo).


    BEACH ACCESS: Located off beach access road.



    2 NIGHT MINIMUM (Excluding Holidays)
    FOR WEEKLY RENTALS, ARRIVAL DAYS ARE: MONDAY OR FRIDAY (depending on reservations already in place).





    10-20% INCREASE APPLIED TO RATES FOR ALL HOLIDAYS, SPRING BREAK AND CERTAIN EVENTS.


    PETS ALLOWED WITH APPROVAL AND ADDITIONAL FEE.


    All Cobb Real Estate vacation rentals are NON-SMOKING properties.



    THIS HOME WORKS WELL WITH STONE'S THROW, BREEZE EASY, AND FAMILY TIDES.





    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. 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 of house contents and/or features or withdrawal without notice.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,468 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 2:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

Located by the sea, this vacation home is in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Port Bolivar. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Beach and East Beach. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, windsurfing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Port Bolivar travel guide
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Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • A coastal town with a beach, a river, and a large water tower.
    Crystal Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to a sandy beach with green vegetation on either side.
    East Beach
    56 min drive - 34.1 km
  • The Pleasure Pier entrance with flags, signs, and a crowd of people.
    Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    58 min drive - 35.2 km
  • A pier with a Ferris wheel and a lighthouse at sunset.
    Port of Galveston
    58 min drive - 34.8 km
  • A coastal walkway with waves crashing against a concrete barrier.
    Galveston Seawall
    58 min drive - 35.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    93 min drive

Restaurants

  • Camp Margaritaville RV Resort
    6 min drive
  • Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp
    15 min walk
  • Nauti Beaver Hut
    3 min drive
  • Stingaree Restaurant & Bar
    6 min drive
  • The Gulf Range
    16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at noon.

What time is check-out at PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12?

Check-out is at 2:00 PM.

Where is PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12 located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is steps from Crystal Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Stingaree Marina and Gilchrist Beach. Port Bolivar Beaches and Fort Travis Seashore Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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PORTKEY - 2nd Row, Beach view, 4 bedroom, Sleeps 12 Reviews

Reviews

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 45 reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Great Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house a stone's throw from the beach.Convenient to all peninsula amenities.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

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

Good with the bad

We enjoyed it! We had to complain about sewer line dripping on the stairs and down the side of the house. The draining of sinks and bathtubs was extremely slow, and the a/c needs updated. Other than that, the view was beautiful and perfect spot to watch the fireworks! I have a fractured foot and going up and down was not fun, but beyond thankful that the house isn't 3 or 4 flights up. House was comfortable, homey feel, and liked the layout of it. I would book again for sure hands down! Just a couple hours of maintenance and perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

deborah b.

Perfect Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, beautiful home with wonderful ocean view. This is the second time renting Portkey and we will be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Great Family Time on Bolivar

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was as advertised. Great house within easy walking distance to the beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

Great Location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed being only a block from the beach and had a nice view from the deck. The kitchen was well stocked as well. We also loved the blankets available in each bedroom and in the living room. We wiould definitely rent portkey again and my daughter mentioned the connection with Harry Potter too so that was a fun reference that made the vacation even more special,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ellen P.

Great place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This place was close to beach and great view. We had enough rooms and beds. I would come back to this place. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house close to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toby W.

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

Beach

We enjoyed staying here. Location was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

Beautiful!

This was perfect for our needs. Perfect layout and close to the beach. We hope to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rodney J.

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

Sister getaway

Everything was great. The weather was not so great, but it gave us more time together inside. Great views from the balcony. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Honey S.

Love, love, love Portkey!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our 3rd stay at Portkey and, as usual, it was perfect for us.Great layout, great view, close to the beach. Chef's kiss! We will definitely be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Portkey

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The views from the house were amazing!The house was well furnished and very nice. The only problem was the soft spot in one of the bath tubs. We enjoyed our birthday vacation week at this rental! We will be back in April. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Seascape rental

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: the house was all the way functional. most of the lights didnt come on. the house was infested with ants. lighting on the downstairs patio doesnt work at all.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Portkey

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Only issues we had were some ants in the bathroom and the streaming was intermittent.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Our second visit at Portkey

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Portkey and Cobb Real Estate is the perfect combo for our yearly family beach vacation. We'll be back next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ronald E.

Portkey

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place and location
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Great house and great value

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful home with some nice appointments like the great chairs on the balcony, clean and well kept, fun bar area downstairs, comfy rooms, and a very short walk to the beach. Definitely do the linens package, and bring hand and laundry soap.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

A Great Family Get-together.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Has a greay time with family and friends. Great house and very convenient to the beach.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jimbo C.

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

Family vacation

Great location. Great time. Trouble with the internet at first but that was it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Twilla M.

Perfect stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was awesome. Plenty of space for all of our family and friends. Absolutely gorgeous view. Very relaxing and short walk to the beach.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Crystal Beach Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house itself was quite nice. We were very impressed by the quality of the furniture. Better than what is typically found in a beach house. We were disappointed that linens were only provided and that beds were not made up upon arrival. Similarly, towels were supplied in a bag wrapped in what appeared to be plastic wrap. Inconvenient at best. The house also was without toilet paper. I expect a rental to be fully stocked and liveable upon arrival. This one really wasn't.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Brian T.

Gulfside Villa - Needs Cosmetic Work

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Arrived mid afternoon & the A/C was struggling to keep temp at 75 but as night approached it finally got down to 72. Once cooled everything was fine with the A/C. The interior was clean but there was a drywall seam peeling on the ceiling of the living room. Some of the bedrooms had drywall tape seams that were also starting to peel in corners and where wall meets ceiling. The bonded leather on a chair and love seat was peeling off so no one wanted to sit in them. There was another couch and two recliners to sit so it wasn't really an issue. The exterior is in bad need of a coat of paint. The location was perfect and despite the cosmetic issues the place was very clean and we would stay there again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Julio D.

Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location of the home was great. All amenities available , slept 10 very comfortably. Inside was somewhat outdated and we could not figure out how to turn on the outdoor lights. Other than that we had a great time!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

Spacious home with great location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was as described and a short walk to the beach. It had everything we needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Great Beach Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great vacation near the beach with extended family.