Peaceful Retreat | Steps to Sand | Family Friendly

Entire cottage in Crystal Beach, Texas

  1. 14 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 8 beds
  4. 3.5 baths
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars.99 reviews
Hosted by William
  1. 4 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.

Calm and convenient location

Guests say this area is peaceful and it’s easy to get around.
Welcome to Salt + Light Beach Retreat — your calm place on the Texas coast.

If you’re looking for crowded resorts or noisy boardwalks, this isn’t that.

This is where you slow down.

Where mornings start with coffee on the porch, afternoons drift between the beach and the breeze, and evenings end under wide-open sunset skies over Crystal Beach.

Whether you’re coming for a summer vacation, a weekend reset, or one of Crystal Beach’s local events, this home gives you space to actually breathe.

The space
Welcome to our inviting Crystal Beach vacation rental, where unforgettable coastal memories are made. Just a 5-minute walk to a private neighborhood walkover or golf cart bridge brings you straight to the beach. This charming, well-equipped retreat is perfect for family vacations, group getaways, and relaxing beach escapes.

🍽 Kitchen & Dining

Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with everything you need to cook and gather:
• Full set of dishes, flatware, pots & pans, knives, griddle, and prep containers
• Full-size fridge, stove, microwave, dishwasher, and large stainless sink
• Starter dish pods, dish soap, towels, and washcloths provided

☕ Coffee Bar

Start your mornings right with a dedicated coffee station featuring:
• Keurig, drip coffee maker, French press, and electric kettle
• Starter K-cups and filters included

🎯 Games & Fun

Perfect for all ages with indoor and outdoor entertainment:
• Arcade games
• Ping pong table
• Corn hole, giant Connect Four, giant Jenga
• Board games, cards, and more

🛁 Bathrooms
• Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in every full bath
• Hairdryers and hand soap provided
• Plenty of bath towels
• Outdoor shower and bathroom with beach essentials
• Beach towels available near the entry

🛏 Bedrooms & Sleeping
• 8 beds with quality linens, pillows, and comforters
• Extra pillows and closet storage with hangers
• Primary and queen rooms with additional drawer space
• Queen-size sofa bed in the living room

📺 Entertainment & Tech
• 4 TVs with Roku for streaming
• Free channels included or log into your own apps
• WiFi provided (note: speeds may vary)

🌴 Outdoor Living

Relax and unwind with exceptional outdoor spaces:
• Spacious main and second-story decks with ocean breezes
• Fully fenced yard
• Tiki bar with sink, charcoal grill (bring charcoal), picnic table
• Lounge chairs and outdoor swing

🧺 Extras & Conveniences
• Laundry room with washer, dryer, detergent, and beach tote
• Margaritaville blender
• First Aid Kit located in kitchen drawer
• Cargo lift not accessible to guests

🌊 Relax on the decks, enjoy coastal sunshine, and make the most of our outdoor amenities. With thoughtful comforts throughout, this Crystal Beach beach house offers an effortless, fun, and memorable stay.

Guest access
Guests will be able to access every part of the home, other than the owners' closets and garage. You will be given a code to a lockbox with a key on the day of arrival to use throughout your stay. The ground floor bathroom is accessible via a key provided in the kitchen. Please return the keys upon checkout.

Where you’ll sleep

Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3
2 double beds, 2 single beds

What this place offers

Shared beach access
Kitchen
Wifi
Free parking on premises
Pets allowed

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 99 reviews

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Where you’ll be

Crystal Beach, Texas, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Our private neighborhood is peaceful and family-friendly with spacious beach view lots! We tend to be less crowded and quieter than other areas of Crystal Beach. The beach is easily accessed via the private foot or golf cart bridge in the neighborhood. There is not direct access to the public beach via automobile through our neighborhood, but it can be easily accessed one stoplight over. We find this to be a plus at it keeps traffic and noise levels to a minimum and helps avoid overcrowding.

Meet your host

Host
99 reviews
4.9 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
Where I went to school: Kempner High
My work: IT
Hello, I am Billy and my wife and I have been married for 25 years and have 3 wonderful kids who keep us busy. We met while attending Sam Houston and we got engaged while visiting Galveston Island. We love soaking in God’s creation whenever we get the chance and we are truly honored to have the opportunity to share that with you.

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
14 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm