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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
11 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Pool
Smart TV, fireplace, books, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

11 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 39581 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

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Crystal Beach, TX
  • Crystal Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Galveston Seawall
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Solara Sands: Theater & Game, Steps to the Beach!

Welcome to Solara Sands, your dream beach vacation destination in the gated neighborhood of Crystal Beach, TX. Our luxurious 11-bedroom, 9-bathroom property sleeps up to 39 guests, making it perfect for large groups and families. You'll find yourself surrounded by amenities including king-sized beds, an in-ground heated pool, game and billiard room, workout room, fireplace, gas fire pit, wood fire pit, outdoor lounge area, basketball court, fenced yard, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Our property is located just a short 6-minute walk away from the beach, offering easy access to the breathtaking scenery and endless waves of the Gulf of Mexico. You’ll be able to relax in comfort and style, whether lounging on the outdoor patio or gathering around the fire pit for s’mores. The game room is perfect for those looking for indoor fun, while the workout room allows guests to maintain their fitness routine.

At Solara Sands, we pride ourselves on providing guests with a top-notch vacation experience. You'll love the upscale decor and attention to detail in every room. The fully-equipped kitchen features stainless steel appliances, perfect for cooking up gourmet meals. Whether you're traveling for a family reunion, wedding, or corporate retreat, Solara Sands is the perfect choice for your next getaway. Book now and experience the ultimate beach vacation!

🚫 LIMITED AMENITIES & RESTRICTIONS 🚫
• The elevator has sustained significant damage and is temporarily out of service.
• Pool heating is available for $50 per day and must be added for the entire stay or not at all. Please let us know in advance if you'd like to include this, so we can schedule it accordingly.
• Solara Gate is not operational at the moment. We are working on repairs but do not have a specific timeline for completion. The area remains very safe, and the gate can be left open at all times.
• Arcade Machine is currently not available.
• One of the two dryers at Dawn House is currently unavailable. However, there is still one working dryer for each house.
• Firewood is not provided for the wood fire pit.

🐶 Pets (limited to dogs only) allowed with prior approval and a $100 fee per pet per stay, max 2 dogs under 50 lbs each.

📷 Please note that we have installed a single exterior camera facing the driveway to ensure the safety and security of both our guests and the property. There are no cameras inside the property. Our cameras are motion-activated and recordings are stored in the cloud. Do not unplug or tamper with any security devices, including the Ring Camera, or any other essential devices.

📌 This property is under the management of TAILORED STAYS


- ABOUT OUR BOOKING REQUIREMENTS -

📝 Rental Agreement & Government ID:
Our insurance company requires a clear definition of the guest-host relationship, hence the need for a rental agreement. This agreement confirms the terms between our guests and our company. The signer of the rental agreement must match the government ID provided.

💳 Security Deposit:
A security deposit "hold" of $2000 is required for all reservations. It is a temporary hold on the card processed by "Stripe," a widely trusted credit card processor. This hold will take place 3 days before your arrival and will be released 3 days after your departure, provided that the property is left in good condition and the house rules are followed.

✅ These requirements are standard for all our properties and are part of our commitment to maintaining the properties we manage on behalf of our owners. They provide assurance to our property owners and protect us from situations where damage caused by guests may not be adequately covered by platform protections.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Crystal Beach. Enjoy features like a gym, a water park, and an arcade/game room. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include an elevator
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Crystal Beach and 10 minutes from Gilchrist Beach
This vacation home offers its guests a water park and a fitness center. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly vacation home.

Property manager

Anson Roberts

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 11 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 6,250 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs only, $100 fee/pet per stay, 2 max

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, a first aid kit, and 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Solara Sands: Theater & Game, Steps to the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for Family Gatherings
This property offered plenty of space and sleeping spaces for all of us, and we were a large group. There were things for all to do, and for all age levels. We were very satisfied with this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alison P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice space, but a few issues.
Our team of 25 stayed at these two homes for a work retreat. We had a good stay at Solara Sands, enjoying the homes (especially Dawn) and the new kitchen. The homes were clean and had been recently renovated due to a fire. The outside space and seating were also useful. I reached out during our stay to the home's manager regarding a few issues we had during our stay but some were left unresolved. Three sliding doors didn't close on bathrooms. The person they sent out to fix this issue wasn't helpful and said he would have to come back and take the trim off to be able to fix it. This made one room completely unusable which was a problem for our number of guests. We also had an issue with three smoke detectors beeping. The person they sent out again wasn't helpful and couldn't fix them. We ended up having to spend time dealing with this, taking off the smoke detectors and putting them in someone's car to stop the beeping from interrupting our time. The internet was spotty and we didn't always have the Tailored Stay Guest option that was given as a login. The final thing was a company came to pick up old appliances while we were there and asked us to move our cars. This should not have been scheduled when we were staying at the VRBO. Overall, we enjoyed the homes, but unfortunately did have some issues during our time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leona W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Family Vacation Beach House
I had the best experience with Anson and Tailored Stays at the Solara Sands house. The house is even more beautiful in person, from the furniture and decor, to every comfort you could ever need being provided. The pool was the perfect addition and everyone enjoyed it, the kitchen was well stocked and we loved the welcome gifts that were left for us. The power went out on the first day and Anson made sure we were taken care of and sent over a maintenance person ASAP to help with getting everything fixed. This was by far the best vacation rental experience we have ever had! Thanks Anson!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith R., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Best beach house in Texas
This is the best beach property we have come across in Texas. They seemed to have thought of everything here! This was absolutely perfect for our family reunion. Two kitchens, multiple fire pits, game room, heated pool, enough bathrooms for the size of a property of this size (not always the case). They even had yard games and a guitar to use. It was perfect for us! We'll be booking the same time for next year!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Our new go to vaca spot
Me and a group of my old college friends have been doing an annual trip together each year for 15 years now, and this has by far been our best trip thus far. It checked different boxes for so many different considerations in our group... Pool, check. Bed for each adult, check. Theater/media room, check. Fire pit, check. We usually go to different locations each year, but that may be changing now. Oh, and the hosts, AMAZING. They were so thoughtful and attentive.

10/10 Excellent

Will C.

So, possibly the best vacation home around for large family gatherings
We seriously may have stumbled across the BEST vacation home in the area for large family gatherings. This property is laid out in such a thoughtful and practical manner that really makes larger group gatherings so nice and easy. Many thanks to the hosts here for making this an incredible time!

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Perfect for our extended family vacation!
Solara Sands was perfect for our fairly large family vacation. The spacious accommodations were perfect for our needs and the pool was a big hit with the kids. The location was great - anything you need is within a couple minute drive, the beach is only a short 5 min walk, and the host even helped us get set up with a golf cart that was ready for us when we arrived. We all had an absolutely perfect vacation and would definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Jannett R.

We've fallen in love
I was unprepared for how the experience of falling in love with a vacation home. This home, the thoughtful touches and care through the entire process has left a lasting impression on myself and my family. We look forward to many more years of creating memories here! (Also, I underestimated how helpful it is to have ample bathrooms. It is one thing to have a lot of beds, it is another to have enough bathrooms where your family is not on top of each other. Solara Sands has 11 bedrooms, as well as 9 bathrooms. This really was helpful in making our stay all the more peaceful.)

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Incredibly unique and beautiful property!
Wow! I am so grateful my family came across Solara Sands! We were needing a space for a family reunion, and we were about to "settle" for something else that would've worked but did not "wow" us, but then a friend told us about this gem! Seriously, where else on the Texas gulf can you find a property that can sleep over 30 people, with two separate houses, a heated pool, theater room, elevator, fire pits, fully stocked kitchen (I could keep going)... I can tell you, I couldn't find it anywhere else. We will not only be back but intend on this being our go-to space for our family reunions!