[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Zoo, A TXBeachVacation home - The Zoo is perfect for entertaining, family reunions, holidays and Vacation home in Port Bolivar with kitchen and balcony ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95235500/95235416/9152f6ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95235500/95235416/1dbd73ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![9 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95235500/95235416/66a3238d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sport court](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95235500/95235416/5608b4e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95240000/95235500/95235416/587b0d5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in Crystal Beach/Port Bolivar, Texas, The Zoo is a perfect haven for entertaining and family reunions. With spacious living areas, tastefully furnished with Smart TV’s throughout and quartz countertop appliances. Enjoy outdoor activities like pickle ball or tabletop Jenga on the large upper deck. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 9 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 271925 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - 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. ### The Zoo, A TXBeachVacation home - The Zoo is perfect for entertaining, family reunions, holidays and 7 Bedrooms with 2 Bonus Bunkroom (16 beds) - 5 Bathrooms | Sleeps 27 A TXBeachVacation.com home - The Zoo is perfect for entertaining, family reunions, holidays and corporate outings. We are located in Crystal Beach/Port Bolivar, Texas. Two homes (Hippo Hut and Gator Getaway) are side by side with a walkover connecting them. The homes together sleep 27. Both homes feature oversized fully stocked, large breakfast bar with seating for four, dining area have seating for ten. Living areas are spacious and tastefully furnished, Smart TV’s throughout, quartz countertop and stainless-steel appliances. HIPPO HUT Master bedroom had a King size bed, built in shelves in the closet and 65” Smart TV. Bedroom 2 has a Queen size bed, built in shelves in the closet and a 65” Smart TV. Bedroom 3 has Twin size bunk bed with trundle/hide away bed and a Full-size bed, built-in shelves in the closet. This room has a 55” Smart TV Bonus bunk room has two twin size beds. Two Full Baths (Master has huge walk-in shower, second bath tub/shower combo). GATOR GETAWAY The master bedroom has a king-size bed, built-in shelves in the closet, and a 58" Smart TV. Bedroom 2 also has a king-size bed, built-in shelves in the closet, and a 58" Smart TV. Bedroom 3 features a queen-size built-in bunk bed with built-in shelves in the closet. Bedroom 4 has a full-size built-in bunk bed with built-in shelves in the closet. Bonus bunk room has a full-size built-in bunk bed. Three full bathrooms. (Master bathroom has a large walk-in shower, second bathroom has a walk-in shower, and the third bathroom has a shower/tub combo). Features: Flat screen Smart TV’s, Wi-Fi, Roku TV, washer/dryer, towels/linens, central AC/heat, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, stove, toaster oven, blender, full size coffee pot, single serve units and hair dryers. Outdoor Features:Pickle ball, 4 Square Volleyball, Tabletop Jenga, Ladders, Horseshoe, Corn Hole, beach toys and Charcoal Grills, Large oversize upper deck with table and chairs up/downstairs. Items we Provide: Limited amounts of paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, dishwasher pods, laundry pods, trash can liners towels and linens. Items you may want to bring:Personal hygiene products, beach towels, sunblock/aloe vera, mosquito spray, umbrella/canopy, beach chairs, beach toys. ## Property amenities ### 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 - 9 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 7.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Table tennis ### 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) ### General - Unit size: 1,925 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93040000/93038700/93038645/2eedcfdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Houses – Prime Location Near The Strand & Beach Midtown - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 17 reviews CA $216 CA $1,035 total includes taxes & fees Oct 28 - Oct 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=93038645&PinnedHotelID=93038645&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63861100/63861054/4b4f11f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 23 Yards To Sea - Great event house, sleeps 30, Beachfront, 6 Bedrooms. 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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 534754 ## About the area Port Bolivar is home to this vacation home. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out. Texas Seaport Museum and Haunted Mayfield Manor are also worth visiting. [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%7C29.41361%2C-94.70521&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NKUINxWmVdEKmuy5v192URhag6k=) Bolivar Peninsula, TX ### What's nearby - Crystal Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 43 min drive - 22.0 km - Galveston Seawall - 44 min drive - 23.4 km - East Beach - 50 min drive - 25.7 km - Galveston Island Beaches - 56 min drive - 33.3 km ### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 88 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬5 min drive - ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬7 min drive - ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬8 min drive - ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive - ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Zoo, A TXBeachVacation home - The Zoo is perfect for entertaining, family reunions, holidays and pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Zoo, A TXBeachVacation home - The Zoo is perfect for entertaining, family reunions, holidays and? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Zoo, A TXBeachVacation home - The Zoo is perfect for entertaining, family reunions, holidays and? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Zoo, A TXBeachVacation home - The Zoo is perfect for entertaining, family reunions, holidays and located? > Situated in Port Bolivar, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Crystal Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Port Bolivar Beaches and Fort Travis Seashore Park. Seawolf Park and Stingaree Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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