About the Space
Built on a deep water canal in Jamaica Beach, The Crab Shack is a cozy A-frame with a delightful beach vibe. There’s space for eight people across three bedrooms and an expansive deck reaching out over the water providing tons of elevated outdoor space for lounging, dining, or fishing. A shaded space under the home has a charcoal grill and boat dock alongside a Cowboy soaking pool and fire pit. The Crab Shack is a quick drive away from the beach, grocery stores, and west end restaurants.
● WINTER TEXAN RATE: Escape to the Texas Gulf Coast this winter! Ask about our reduced monthly rates October 1 – March 1.
● Location: Jamaica Beach community of Galveston, Texas
● Beach Access: Just a two-minute drive from the Jamaica Beach access point. Cars and golf carts are allowed to park on the beach.
● Private Pool: We have a Cowboy soaking pool on the ground level that can comfortably fit up to 8 people when it’s time to relax and cool off.
● Community Amenities: Guests have access to the Jamaica Beach community pool for a fee — open Memorial Day – Labor Day — and city park.
● Rent BeachBox: Beach gear rentals are available! Ask us for details and rates.
● WIFI/Cable: We provide free high-speed WIFI and Roku with access to Sling TV for live television channels. Guests are welcome to log into their own streaming service apps.
● Pet Policy: 2 pets are allowed with a $25 fee per pet. Please keep pets off furniture, clean up after them outside, and crate them if left alone indoors.
● Parking: We can fit up to 3 cars using both the carport and the driveway.
The Crab Shack has a fully fenced yard, perfect for pets and kids. Outside, an expansive deck space spans out over the boat dock and the canal below. Host a family dinner at the alfresco dining space, while a pastel pink sunset lights up the sky above you.
Walking into the home, the open and airy living space has a stylish mid-century style with tons of natural light. There’s a fully stocked kitchen and ample seating for everyone between the stools at the bar and the dining table. A full bathroom off the living space has a cabin-like vibe, with knotty pine walls, a clean white vanity, and a tub/shower combo.
Off the living area, a fun bunk room has a twin-over-twin bed and a queen-size bed. Up the spiral staircase, you’ll find two more bedrooms and a half bath. The first bedroom has a king-size bed and access to a third-floor balcony overlooking the full deck below and the canal. The second bedroom also has a king-size bed and looks out over the quiet neighborhood.
On the ground level, there’s a laundry room complete with washer/dryer. There’s also a game room to get some shade or catch the game on TV while enjoying the outside space. A covered boat dock makes the perfect spot for a leisurely afternoon of fishing— or launching kayaks into the canal. The barbeque area is shady and cool, complete with a Cowboy soaking pool and an outdoor shower which is an absolute must after a day at the beach or pool. This super-charming, bohemian retreat is the perfect home base for a getaway to the Texas coast.
● Cancellation Policy: All cancellations are subject to a 3% credit card processing fee.
● Party Policy: No parties are allowed at our home. Please look elsewhere if that is the intent of your trip.
● Age Requirement: Guests must be 24+ to book.
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What Guests Are Saying
“tbh for the price I didn't expect what we got it was better than anticipated”
“My family will be back to location, great for small family.”
“The host was great and the property had everything you needed.”
“We had a very pleasant time during the week we were there in September. Very comfortable accommodations and the hosts were exceptional! They checked up on us to ensure we were having a pleasant stay and that was very much appreciated! Would definitely stay at a Beach Box property again!!!”
“Very nice host and great communication.”
“It was a great property! Little pool for the kids to play in, nice deck for us to talk hangout and fish, cool little game room and a fully fenced in yard so my dog could play and roam and I didn’t have to worry about him getting out. And we were right across the street from the beach where we parked in the sand and set up our spot just steps away. Everything was fantastic and we had a blast.”
“Great place to stay for our guys trip to Galveston. Plenty of outdoor seating and deck space. Enjoyed the fishing and just sitting on deck relaxing with a cold drink. Beds were comfortable and everything was provided. Our group will definitely be back again for a longer stay. ”
“Super close to the beach! The dock was amazing. My family fished and kayaked every day we were there. Would definitely stay again!”
“Un lugar tranquilo cumplió todas nuestras expectativas solo tuvimos un pequeño inconveniente el asador no tenía parilla pero fuera de eso todo estuvo genial sin duda la volvería a elegir en mis próximos viajes a la playa ❤️🏝️”
Availability
Quick reminder: availability fills up fast, so secure your dates while you can!
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Cancellation policy
- 100% refund up to 14 days before arrival
- 50% refund up to 7 days before arrival
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House Rules
Check-In: 4:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM
House Rules
Check-In: 4:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM
Children: Allowed
Infants: Allowed
Parties & Events: Not Allowed
Smoking Inside: Not Allowed
Additional Rules
- - Guests must be 24+ to book the property.
- - One-night stays must be approved.
- - Groups larger than 6 need to be approved. We do not allow parties.
- - Quiet hours are from 10pm-8am.
- - Any damages to the house or property during your stay will result in a deduction or additional charge for the resulting repair/replacement cost.
- - All pets must be approved by our team, stay off of all furniture, be cleaned up after in the yard, and not left alone inside the home unless in a kennel.
- - No parking allowed on lawns, yards, empty grass lots or other neighbors’ driveways, even if their home appears unoccupied.
- - Oversized vehicles/trailers are not permitted unless explicit approval has been received from our team.
- - Do not turn the AC below 70 degrees. If you do, you will risk the AC unit freezing up, requiring it to thaw out which will result in the home getting extremely warm.
- - No jumping or diving into the water.
- - This community only allows BLACK TRASH BAGS. We provide trash bags under the kitchen sink. Please refrain from using white bags.
- - Should an eviction occur due to breaking house rules (noise ordinance violations, excessive guests and/or vehicles beyond the agreed amount), there will be an $850 fine.
About your Host
Since 2018, BeachBox has been dedicated to creating seamless, memorable stays for guests across the Texas Gulf Coast.
We’re a team of local experts who take pride in providing genuine hospitality, personalized support, and insider knowledge to make every stay truly special.
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