Bedroom 1: Primary suite
1 king bed · sleeps 2
Off a private hallway with its own large bath: double sinks, a spa soaking tub and an oversized walk-in shower with two heads.
Crystal Cabana
A six-bedroom beach house in Crystal Beach, Texas, two minutes on foot from the Gulf. Room for 26, a hot tub for eight, and a whole downstairs built for gathering.
- 26guests
- 6bedrooms
- 4king suites
- 3.5baths
- 2 minwalk to the sand
- 4.97★104 guest reviews
Big enough for the whole family. Close enough to hear the waves.
Crystal Cabana is a two-story beach house on Copacabana Drive in Crystal Beach, in the middle of the Bolivar Peninsula. It sleeps 26 across four king suites, a four-queen bunk room and a kids' loft, so reunions, milestone birthdays and multi-family trips can all stay under one roof.
A private walking bridge over the dune puts you on the beach in about two minutes. Back at the house there's a private hot tub, Gulf views from two levels of wraparound decks, a screened porch, and a covered entertaining area underneath with bars, picnic tables, hammocks, a grill and an outdoor shower.
Inside, the chef's kitchen has two full-size refrigerators and room for several cooks at once, the dining table seats 10 with more at the bar, and every bedroom has a Roku TV and a Helix hospitality mattress.
What makes the house
Two minutes to the beach
Crystal Cabana sits two houses back from the sand on a quiet, residential street. Walk around the corner and take the private neighborhood bridge over the dune, or ride the golf-cart path that starts at the property line.
- Private walking bridge to the beach, under two minutes on foot
- Ramada Beach about a 10-minute walk
- Drive-on beach access a street away via Cove Drive
- Chairs, wagon, boogie boards, sand toys and a portable Solo Stove fire pit provided
Private hot tub, decks and a screened porch
The hot tub seats eight and runs year-round, 24 hours a day. Wraparound decks on two levels look out to the Gulf, and the screened porch is the mosquito-free spot for morning coffee or an evening drink.
- Hot tub for up to 8, open all year
- Gulf views from upper and lower decks
- Screened porch with plenty of seating
- Sun loungers and shaded deck seating for everyone
An outdoor living room under the house
The covered space beneath the house is where groups end up spending their evenings: big enough for everyone to eat together, with games, hammocks and string lights.
- Two extra-large built-in picnic tables and two built-in bars
- Extra-large park-style charcoal grill with tools (bring charcoal)
- Hammocks, cornhole and a Bluetooth speaker
- Hot-water outdoor shower stocked with soap and shampoo
- Outdoor sink and prep table for cleaning the day's catch
A chef's kitchen built for big groups
Guests regularly call it the best-stocked kitchen they've rented. There's counter space for several cooks, a dining table for 10, bar seating for 6 to 8 more, and a coffee bar that can keep a crowd going.
- Two full-size refrigerators, plus a mini fridge for drinks
- Bosch oven, glass cooktop, dishwasher, blender, rice maker and toaster
- Two-carafe drip coffee maker, Nespresso (Original line) with frother, burr grinder, starter beans and pods
- Two full-size washers and dryers off the kitchen
Made for families, kids and pets
The loft with built-in bunks is the kids' favorite room. Parents get the baby gear, and the dog gets a beach vacation too.
- Loft with a PlayStation 5, a 54" Roku TV and lounge pillows
- Crib, pack 'n play, high chair, changing table and children's dinnerware
- Board games, books, and toys for ages 5 and up
- Dogs welcome (up to two, $250 pet fee)
- Driveway parking for 10 vehicles
Bedroom configuration
Six bedrooms and 14 beds sleep 26: four private king suites, a bunk room with four queens, and a loft with four double bunks and two twin trundles.
Bedroom 2
1 king bed · sleeps 2
King suite with a large dresser, closet, luggage rack and Roku TV.
Bedroom 3
1 king bed · sleeps 2
Bright king room with plenty of storage, chargers by the bed and a Roku TV.
Bedroom 4: Queen bunk room
4 queen beds · sleeps 8
Two sets of queen-over-queen bunks, a full closet and a six-drawer dresser.
Bedroom 5
1 king bed · sleeps 2
King suite with a large dresser, full-length mirror, luggage rack and Roku TV.
Bedroom 6: The loft
4 double beds + 2 twin trundles · sleeps 10
Custom built-in bunks with nightlights and chargers, a 54" Roku TV and a PS5. The trundles can be moved into a bedroom for a family sleeping setup.
14 beds, 26 guests
4 kings · 4 queens · 4 doubles · 2 twins
Helix hospitality mattresses and 100% cotton linens on every bed
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What guests say
4.97out of 5 from 104 reviews on Airbnb, where Crystal Cabana is a Guest Favorite.
- 4.9Cleanliness
- 5.0Accuracy
- 5.0Check-in
- 5.0Communication
- 4.9Location
- 4.9Value
“I celebrated my 50th with a few friends and my family at Shelly's place. The beach was within walking distance and the house has everything you need to make your stay at the beach fun for all ages. The kitchen is big enough for a group of us to cook together and not feel overcrowded. My son also asked his girlfriend to marry him at the beach and we got to celebrate that all together.”
“Great big house for multiple families! We had 4 families, 6 adults and 11 children, and at no point did we ever feel crowded in this house. Very clean. There were board games, plenty of outdoor toys and games, so much space for activities.”
“The kitchen was, hands down, the best-stocked Airbnb kitchen we've ever experienced. The location was fantastic, just two houses from the beach, and with drive-on beach access just a street away. The outdoor shower was a brilliant touch. The hot tub was a wonderful bonus.”
“This place was perfect for our group. We were able to cook for 20 with ease in the fully stocked kitchen. There was enough space for everyone to spread out and enjoy each other's company in small groups, as well as gather all together on the patio or for dinner.”
“Our family reunion was perfect. We were able to spend quality time together playing corn hole downstairs, laying on hammocks watching the sunsets and grilling out at night. Not to mention the beach is a 5 minute walk.”
“Shelly's place is absolutely beautiful and spacious! It felt very inviting and like staying at a friend's home. The views from the balconies are breathtaking! We had 3 and 4 people cooking in the well stocked kitchen with plenty of space for everyone.”
“I rented this beach house to celebrate my Papa's 90th birthday, and it was absolutely perfect! Shelly was incredible, so responsive and kind. The patio was a favorite spot for all of us. It offered breathtaking views of the ocean and was so peaceful.”
“There is a lot of parking for all the cars. We had five cars in our group and other family members come down for the day, and were able to park them all. You still have views of the ocean even though you are not on the beach front.”
“It was a great last vacay of summer for our family. The home had plenty of space for our family of 15. We had fun hanging out on the porch, playing games under the house, and it was a quick bike ride or walk to the beach.”
Meet your host, Shelly
Shelly has hosted guests at Crystal Cabana for five years. She set the house up for big groups: real coffee, a fully stocked kitchen, good mattresses, and gear for the beach so you don't have to pack it.
Guests give her a perfect 5.0 for communication and often mention how quickly she answers questions before and during their stay. When you book direct, you're dealing with Shelly from the start.
Things to do near Crystal Beach
The Bolivar Peninsula is 27 miles of quiet Gulf beach between Galveston and High Island, known for fishing, birding and long, uncrowded days in the sand.
2-minute walk
The beach at your doorstep
Walk the private bridge over the dune for swimming, shelling and sandcastles, or bring the Solo Stove for a sunset beach fire. Vehicles can drive onto the beach via Cove Drive.
On the beach to 20 minutes
Surf, jetty and bay fishing
Wet a line right off the beach, try the Bolivar North Jetty near Port Bolivar, or book a bay charter in East Bay for redfish, speckled trout and flounder. Clean your catch at the house's outdoor fish-cleaning sink.
Photo: Galveston's 61 Street Fishing Pier by Jim Evans, CC BY-SA 4.0
About 20 minutes
Birding at Bolivar Flats
Houston Audubon's Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary is one of the top shorebird sites in North America. In spring, the sanctuaries at High Island, about 20 minutes east, fill with migrating songbirds.
Photo: Shorebirds, Bolivar Flats by Bettina Arrigoni, CC BY 2.0
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About 15 minutes to the landing
Free Galveston ferry
The free Galveston–Port Bolivar ferry crosses in about 20 minutes, with dolphins often swimming alongside. It's the scenic way into Galveston.
Photo: Bolivar Ferry by Jim Evans, CC BY-SA 4.0
About 15 minutes
Point Bolivar Lighthouse
The cast-iron lighthouse at Port Bolivar has stood since 1872 and sheltered residents during the 1900 hurricane. It's privately owned, so admire it from the highway.
Photo: Point Bolivar Lighthouse by Patrick Feller, CC BY 2.0
About 45 minutes with the ferry
Day trip to Galveston
Walk the historic Strand, ride the Pleasure Pier on the seawall, visit Moody Gardens, or stop for seafood at Gaido's, a guest favorite.
Photo: Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier by Michael Barera, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Amenities
Outdoors
- Private hot tub for 8, open all year
- Gulf views from two decks
- Screened porch
- Covered entertaining area with 2 bars
- Two XL built-in picnic tables
- XL charcoal grill and tools
- Hammocks and sun loungers
- Cornhole and outdoor games
- Hot-water outdoor shower
- Outdoor sink and fish-cleaning table
- Portable Solo Stove fire pit
- String lights and Bluetooth speaker
Kitchen & coffee
- Two full-size refrigerators
- Mini fridge and freezer
- Bosch oven and glass cooktop
- Dishwasher and microwave
- Blender, toaster and rice maker
- Two-carafe drip coffee maker
- Nespresso (Original) with frother
- Burr grinder and tea kettle
- Starter coffee beans and pods
- Dining for 10, plus bar seating
- Wine glasses and full cookware
Beach & family
- Beach chairs and wagon
- Boogie boards and sand toys
- Beach towels
- Crib and pack 'n play
- High chair and changing table
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's books and toys
- Board games
- PlayStation 5
- Dog friendly (up to 2 dogs, $250 fee)
Comfort & essentials
- Helix hospitality mattresses
- 100% cotton linens
- Roku TV in every bedroom
- 65" Roku TV in the living room
- Fast Wi-Fi and dedicated workspace
- Central air, heat and ceiling fans
- Room-darkening shades
- Two full-size washers and dryers
- Shampoo, conditioner and body wash
- Hair dryers in every bath
- Self check-in with smart lock
- Driveway parking for 10
- Elevator by request
- Smoke and CO alarms, first aid kit, fire extinguisher
- Exterior security cameras
Check dates and book direct
Choose your dates to see live availability and your total price, then reserve securely.
- Check-in 4:00 pm, check-out 10:00 am
- Sleeps up to 26 in 6 bedrooms
- Dogs welcome: $250 fee covers up to two
- Minimum age to book: 21
Questions first? Email stay@crystal-cabana.com or call 707-800-9904.
Frequently asked questions
Everything guests usually ask before booking. Still wondering about something? Email Shelly at stay@crystal-cabana.com.
How many people does Crystal Cabana sleep?
Crystal Cabana sleeps up to 26 guests in 6 bedrooms with 14 beds: four king suites, a bunk room with four queen beds, and a loft with four double bunks and two twin trundles. It has 3.5 bathrooms.
How far is Crystal Cabana from the beach?
About a two-minute walk. A private neighborhood walking bridge crosses the dune to the sand, a golf-cart path starts at the property line, and drive-on beach access is a street away via Cove Drive. Ramada Beach is about a 10-minute walk. The house is two houses back from the beach and has Gulf views from its decks.
Is the house beachfront?
No. It's two houses back on a quiet residential street, so you get Gulf views from the upper and lower decks without beach-road traffic, and the sand is a two-minute walk away.
Does Crystal Cabana have a hot tub?
Yes. A private hot tub seats up to 8 people and is available all year, 24 hours a day.
Is Crystal Cabana pet friendly?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There is a $250 pet fee, which covers up to two dogs. Please include your dogs when you book.
How much parking is there?
The driveway holds up to 10 vehicles, which is ideal for multi-family trips and reunions.
What is the bedroom configuration?
Bedroom 1 (primary suite with private bath): 1 king. Bedrooms 2, 3 and 5: 1 king each. Bedroom 4: 4 queen beds. Bedroom 6 (loft): 4 double beds and 2 twin trundles. Every bed has a Helix hospitality mattress and 100% cotton linens.
What's in the kitchen?
A fully stocked chef's kitchen with two full-size refrigerators, a mini fridge, Bosch oven, glass cooktop, dishwasher, microwave, blender, toaster, rice maker and cookware for a crowd. The coffee bar has a large two-carafe drip maker, a Nespresso Original machine with frother, a burr grinder and a starter supply of beans and pods.
Is Crystal Cabana good for kids and babies?
Yes. There's a crib, pack 'n play, high chair, changing table and children's dinnerware, plus a kids' loft with built-in bunks, a PlayStation 5 and a TV, board games, toys, and beach toys and boogie boards.
What's provided, and what should I bring?
Linens, bath towels, beach towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hair dryers, laundry pods and starter coffee are provided. Bring charcoal for the grill, firewood for the Solo Stove, bug spray in the warmer months, and your own streaming logins for the Roku TVs.
Is there Wi-Fi and a place to work?
Yes. The house has Wi-Fi and a dedicated desk and workspace next to the kitchen.
Is there laundry?
Yes, two full-size washers and two dryers are in the laundry area off the kitchen, with a starter supply of detergent pods.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 4:00 pm and check-out is at 10:00 am. Check-in is self check-in with a smart lock, and you'll get arrival details and a digital guidebook before your stay.
What is the minimum age to book?
The primary guest must be at least 21 years old.
Is there an elevator?
An elevator is available by request for a $250 fee. Please arrange it before check-in.
What is the cancellation policy?
The cancellation policy is shown before you confirm your booking. Weather on the Texas Gulf Coast can be unpredictable, and cancellations or refunds due to weather are not offered, so travel insurance is recommended.
Are there security cameras?
There are exterior security cameras on the property only. There are no cameras inside the house.
Where can I buy groceries?
The Big Store, about one mile away on Highway 87, has groceries, gas, beach gear, hardware and take-out pizza and is open 7am to 9pm daily. Larger supermarkets are in Galveston or Winnie.
How do I get to Crystal Beach from Houston?
Crystal Beach is about 1.5 to 2 hours from Houston. You can drive east on I-10 to Winnie and south through High Island to Highway 87, or drive to Galveston and take the free Galveston–Port Bolivar ferry, then head about 15 minutes east on Highway 87.
Why book direct instead of through Airbnb?
Booking direct means you deal with Shelly from your first question to checkout, with live availability and secure payment through the booking calendar on this site.
Where you'll be
Crystal Cabana is on Copacabana Drive in Crystal Beach, Texas 77650, just off State Highway 87 in the middle of the Bolivar Peninsula. It's a peaceful neighborhood street with no through beach traffic. You walk to the sand over a private bridge, and drive-on beach access is a short drive away via Cove Drive.
The Big Store, the peninsula's all-in-one for groceries, gas, beach gear and pizza, is about a mile down Highway 87 and open 7am to 9pm every day.
Getting here
- From Houston: about 1.5 to 2 hours, either east on I-10 and south through Winnie and High Island, or via Galveston and the free ferry.
- From Galveston: take the free Galveston–Port Bolivar ferry, then drive about 15 minutes east on Highway 87.
- Airports: Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston Bush Intercontinental (IAH).