Welcome to the Cape! Come experience a taste of Martha's Vineyard in Crystal Beach, TX. This beautiful home has it all! It's decorated and furnished in a classic New England style boasting beadboard ceilings and shiplap walls creating that vintage, eastern seaboard cottage feel; while still including hot tub, memory foam beds, Wi-Fi, indoor/outdoor stereo, 6 “smart” TVs with DVRs/DVDs and more. This home has fantastic views of the Gulf and majestic sunsets from two amazing decks and inside balcony.
COVID-19 Notice: Cape Escape is a drive-to destination where you can remain secluded while enjoying fresh air and a peaceful beach during this uncertain time. Our standard cancelation policy is waived for any cancelations related to corona virus. A 100% refund will be given, so you may book with no risk. Prayers for all to stay safe and healthy.
Cape Escape is perfect for multiple family renting. It boasts 5 bedrooms or 4 bedrooms and two living areas. All beds are solid memory foam. Game room doubles as bedroom with closet and beds so kids can enjoy their favorite gaming system and TV shows on the large flat screen, and adults can have fun downstairs in the great kitchen/living/deck area. The Game room is also stocked with multiple board games and card games with fun for all. There is a card table and folding chairs in the closet.
Cape escape sits right behind the private subdivision walkover to the beach and has two masters down - each with a queen bed, its own flat screen, and Direct TV with DVD/DVRs. Each master also includes a private sink and toilet room with a shared, roomy walk-in shower with separate rain showerhead. The home also has 19' ceiling in the den with shiplap walls and windows all the way up.
Luxurious kitchen awaits with quartz countertops, custom beadboard cabinets, glass backsplash, island, stainless appliances and comes fully equipped with service for 24, two coffee pots (one is a Keurig), blender, pots and pans, wine glasses, etc. Kitchen also has second storable table with folding chairs for extra seating.
Living area has a “smart-capable” TV with surround sound, DirectTV, DVD/DVR, queen sleeper sofa and half bath. Upstairs has beautiful views of the gulf from the 2nd floor balcony inside and the deck outside. Two bedrooms and game room/bedroom up have bunks, a full bed, and a full futon, along with two roll-a-way beds. All three rooms upstairs have “smart-capable” TV’s with DirectTV, DVD/DVR. Upstairs bath has double sinks for more convenience.
Outside decks are huge and have plenty of quality solid wood furniture. The main deck boasts a large hot tub where you can relax and enjoy the great view. It also has an octagonal table, a pub table, and a pair of tall chairs. The upper deck has a double-chair with small table combo and a pub table and chairs. Main deck and downstairs are also equipped with outdoor stereo speakers. Downstairs bar area is illuminated with charming string lights and has electrical for your favorite summer drinks, bar stools, a sink, two private shower areas, a built-in picnic table, chairs, a swing, and portable fire pit.
HOME DETAILS:
• Beds – 15 beds for a standard max of 20 people. Up to 4 additional people at $30/person/night (with owner permission).
Bdrm 1: 1 Queen
Bdrm 2: 1 Queen
Bdrm 3: 1 Queen / 1 Twin Bunk
Bdrm 4: 2 Twin Bunks / 1 Twin Foldout Chair
Bdrm 5/Game room: 1 Full Futon / 1 Twin Bunk / 1 Twin Sleeper Chair
Living: 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa
1 Hollywood Bath Down with Separate Toilet and Sink for each Master and Shared Shower
1/2 Bath Down
1 Full Bath Up W/ Double Sinks
• Kitchen – All Stainless Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Double Farm Sink, 2 Coffee Pots (Keurig), Toaster, Blender, Full Service for 24, Cookware, Island Kitchen, Marble Counters, Two Tables W/ Seating for 12, 4 Bar Stools, Fire Extinguisher.
• Living – 1940 SF, Central Air/Heat, Ceiling Fans in All Rooms, Full size Washer/Dryer, Fireplace Heater, Iron/Iron Board, Smoke Detectors.
• Entertainment – Wi-Fi, 6 Satellite TVs with DirectTV, DVRs, DVD/Blu-ray and/or Roku, Indoor/Outdoor Stereo System (living room, main deck, and ground level).
• Outdoor – Amazing unobstructed views from 2 Covered Decks and 1 Uncovered Deck, Hot Tub on main deck, Fenced Yard, Pet Friendly w/Dog House, Two Walk-In Hot Showers, Outside Sink, Outside Bar w/ 4 Stools, Picnic Table, Chairs, Swing, Deck Furniture (table w/ 4 chairs, pub table w/ 4 chairs, 2 high chairs w/table), Gas Grill, Charcoal Grill, Storage room w/ Lock For Supplies.
• Geographic – Cape Escape sits on a very quiet, private part of Crystal Beach with no car beach access, yet it is still close to all the shops, stores, and restaurants. Since there is no beach access by car within a mile of the Sea Breeze Subdivision, this area is very family friendly.
• Golf Cart – Although the beach is just a short walk away, having a golf cart is very convenient and lots of fun. Cape Escape offers to guests an exclusive option to rent a 6-passenger gas golf cart. One small tank of gas lasts for days. A 5-gallon portable can is also provided for refueling. Contact owner directly about renting the golf cart.
Golf Cart Rates:
2-nights $300*
3-nights $375*
4-nights $425*
5-nights $475*
6-nights $525*
7-nights $575*
8-nights $625*
9-nights $675*
*Does not include small HomeAway/VRBO etc. service fee or 6% Hotel tax
• Dog friendly property for a fee of $100 per stay (includes up to 2 small dogs). $50/additional small dog and $75 per large dog (with owner permission).
• Linens included for 20 guests for $175 fee (included in "Cleaning fee"): bath towels, sheets, pillows, quilts, kitchen towels, hand towels, and washcloths. Beach towels are not provided.
• Cleaning fee of $200 (includes $25 exterior cleaning fee) covers standard cleaning and sanitizing services. Renter still required to pick up and leave the home generally as they found it.
• General maintenance fee of $15 (included "Cleaning fee") helps keep the property running smoothly.
• Extras Provided: Trash bags, 2 rolls of paper towels per stay, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom per stay, dish soap, dishwasher soap, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, enough laundry detergent to wash the linens, etc. Some foil, handy wrap, and zip-lock bags are also provide (quantities may vary).
• Guests have access to a lockable storage room on the ground level. The gas and charcoal grills are located here. There are also a variety of beach tools and games, but these are items are not guarantied to be available.
• Check-in: 4:00 pm.
• Check-out: 10:00 am.
• Early check-in and late check-out are sometimes available during off-peak periods. Contact owner for special requests.
• Detailed Check-in/out instructions will be provided prior to your reservation. A home user’s guide is also available to make your stay more convenient and enjoyable.
• Must be 25 years old to rent the property.
• Cape Escape is a NON-SMOKING property. Smoking is only allowed on the ground level. All cigarette butts must be discarded in the trash. Any smoking in the home will result in the immediate termination of the reservation, loss of all deposit money, an additional $300 fine, plus any extra required cleaning fees necessary to return the home to proper condition.
WHAT TO BRING:
• Any desired special shampoo, conditioner, body wash and soap, etc.
• Extra laundry detergent if you plan to do any of your own laundry
• Additional toilet paper and paper towels as needed
• Sunscreen
• Insect Repellent
• Flashlights
• Charcoal and lighter
• Beach Chairs
• Beach canopy or umbrella
• “The Big Store” has pretty much everything incase you forgot anything.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Proms, Homecomings, Weddings, Parties, Reunions etc. are allowed with the following requirements:
• Renter must sign a separate Event Agreement
• Pay an event fee: Wedding - $500, Prom - $300, Homecoming/Party/Other - $250 (covers extra ware and tare on the property). 3 night minimum stay for Weddings and Prom groups.
• Remit a fully refundable damage deposit of $250 in addition to the required accidental damage insurance.
• The Maximum number of guests allowed is 24 (extra payment required of $30/person/night for guests over the standard max number of 20). The home in on a septic system and violations of this policy can result in serious damage or require costly cleanup charges. Any costs associated with misuse or overloading of the septic system will be charged to the Primary Responsible Event Renter.
• Renter is responsible for providing all tables, chairs, and tents etc. required in support of the event beyond what Cape Escape normally provides. Renter is also responsible for removing any of said items after the event and restoring the property to the original condition and configuration.
• A maximum of 8 standard vehicles (no RVs) allowed to be parked on the property (in driveway only). Some cars may temporarily park along the Smiths Point road in front of the buy-out lots. Do not block any driveways or park in other properties.
• Pedestrians or golf carts only on path to the beach. All ATVs must be trailered to the beach per state law.
• Prom/Homecoming groups must have at least 2 chaperones that are at least 35 years old and be the parent of at least one of the other guests. Chaperones must be present at all times.
• Any violations of the Rental, Golf Cart, or Event Agreements may be grounds for immediate termination of the reservation.
WEATHER:
We do not offer travel insurance. We do however recommend that you purchase travel insurance separately in case of unforeseen circumstances or dangerous weather such has hurricanes or tropical storms that require voluntary or mandatory evacuation.
