UPDATE FROM COBB REAL ESTATE
JULY 25, 8:30am
Power has been restored to the peninsula.
JULY 25, 4am
The power is currently out across the peninsula and Entergy crews are working on repairs. Estimated time of power restoration is 11am. Please see the link below for updates and information. Thank you for your patience while the Entergy crews work to restore power.
JULY 14, 10:55pm
Repairs have been made and water service has been restored. We will update this page if there are any other interruptions in water service.
Internet and and cell service (A&TT) on some parts of the peninsula have been out since 1am or so this morning due to damage caused to the AT&T equipment during initial water pipe repair. Southern Broadband updated that "the hole made to get to the fiber line collapsed and damaged the new water line installed last night." That water line has now been repaired. "AT&T will not be able to get back to work until water can be removed from the area". We will update this page as we receive more information regarding the internet/cell fiber line repair.
Thank you for your patience while these repairs are made by BPSUD and AT&T.
JULY 14, 7:30pm
Bolivar Special Utility District is reporting another break in the main that was repaired last night between Boyt Road and Monkhouse Drive. There is a crew working on it to make necessary repairs to restore service to the parts of the peninsula currently without service. We will update this page with any additional information we receive regarding the restoration of service.
JULY 7
The beaches on the Bolivar Peninsula reopened, without restriction, on July 5th at midnight. Beaches are open and are fully accessible. We will update this page as needed. Thank You. Please see information below regarding check-in and check-out procedures.
VACATION RENTAL GUESTS
- CHECK-IN: Our check in time is between noon and 5 pm. We are unable to allow early check ins at this time. Please call (409) 684-3790 when you arrive at our office to check in. We will bring your keys, paperwork, etc, to you on our deck, there is no need to come into the office at this time. Please be sure to have your balance paid in full prior to your arrival.
* Toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer, cleaning products, etc are in short supply on the peninsula. Please be sure to bring these products with you to insure you have what you need while you are here. Please see our list of "What To Bring" to the beach.
-CHECK-OUT: Check out time is at 2pm. We are unable to allow late check outs at this time. Please be sure to follow the check out instructions (provided at check-in) and drop your keys in the back drop box located at our office on the ground level by 2pm. Call the office (409) 684-3790 and let us know you have departed.
-Our housekeeping staff has been provided masks and gloves, are following the CDC guidelines and using EPA approved products. In addition to normal cleaning procedures, our housekeeping staff will increase focus on “high touch” items like light switches, doorknobs, remotes, etcCANCELLATIONS:
Our regular cancellation policy is in effect as of May 1, 2020 for all reservations starting after May 1. If Emergency Orders from Galveston County or the State of Texas affect check-ins at any time after May 1 we will report any changes to our standard policy. As of 10:30 am, June 26, 2020 there are no state or Galveston County closure orders that affect short term rentals.`
JULY 2, 6pm
BEACH ACCESS INFORMATION: The beaches of Bolivar Peninsula are open with some restrictions effective Friday, July 3 through midnight Sunday. We will be updating this page as needed with any new information we receive.
Please click link below for details.
UPDATE: Governor Abbott Establishes Statewide Face Covering Requirement Click link below to view the order:We recommend following the CDC guidelines and State of Texas guidelines for social distancing during your visit to the Bolivar Peninsula. Please see information provided below regarding our current check-in and check-out procedures, Housekeeping and cancellation policy.
VACATION RENTAL GUESTS
- CHECK-IN: Our check in time is between noon and 5 pm. We are unable to allow early check ins at this time. Please call (409) 684-3790 when you arrive at our office to check in. We will bring your keys, paperwork, etc, to you on our deck, there is no need to come into the office at this time. Please be sure to have your balance paid in full prior to your arrival.
* Toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer, cleaning products, etc are in short supply on the peninsula. Please be sure to bring these products with you to insure you have what you need while you are here. Please see our list of "What To Bring" to the beach.
-CHECK-OUT: Check out time is at 2pm. We are unable to allow late check outs at this time. Please be sure to follow the check out instructions (provided at check-in) and drop your keys in the back drop box located at our office on the ground level by 2pm. Call the office (409) 684-3790 and let us know you have departed.
-Our housekeeping staff has been provided masks and gloves, are following the CDC guidelines and using EPA approved products. In addition to normal cleaning procedures, our housekeeping staff will increase focus on “high touch” items like light switches, doorknobs, remotes, etcCANCELLATIONS:
Our regular cancellation policy is in effect as of May 1, 2020 for all reservations starting after May 1. If Emergency Orders from Galveston County or the State of Texas affect check-ins at any time after May 1 we will report any changes to our standard policy. As of 10:30 am, June 26, 2020 there are no state or Galveston County closure orders that affect short term rentals.`
JUNE 26, 10:30 AM
We have been receiving phone calls asking about the status of our beaches - our beaches are open and Galveston officials have not announced any plans to close the beaches as of this posting.
VACATION RENTAL GUESTS
- CHECK-IN: Our check in time is between noon and 5 pm. We are unable to allow early check ins at this time. Please call (409) 684-3790 when you arrive at our office to check in. We will bring your keys, paperwork, etc, to you on our deck, there is no need to come into the office at this time. Please be sure to have your balance paid in full prior to your arrival.
* Toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer, cleaning products, etc are in short supply on the peninsula. Please be sure to bring these products with you to insure you have what you need while you are here.
-CHECK-OUT: Check out time is at 2pm. We are unable to allow late check outs at this time. Please be sure to follow the check out instructions (provided at check-in) and drop your keys in the back drop box located at our office on the ground level by 2pm. Call the office (409) 684-3790 and let us know you have departed.
-Our housekeeping staff has been provided masks and gloves, are following the CDC guidelines and using EPA approved products. In addition to normal cleaning procedures, our housekeeping staff will increase focus on “high touch” items like light switches, doorknobs, remotes, etcCANCELLATIONS:
Our regular cancellation policy is in effect as of May 1, 2020 for all reservations starting after May 1. If Emergency Orders from Galveston County or the State of Texas affect check-ins at any time after May 1 we will report any changes to our standard policy. As of 10:30 am, June 26, 2020 there are no state or Galveston County closure orders that affect short term rentals or access to our beaches.`
MAY 5, 2020
The safety of our guests, owners, real estate clients and staff is at the core of our decisions as we face the challenge presented by the coronavirus (COVID-19). We are taking precautionary steps to insure a healthy experience for all. Please be assured that safety is of utmost importance to us.
VACATION RENTAL GUESTS
- CHECK-IN: Our check in time is between noon and 5 pm. We are unable to allow early check ins at this time. Please call (409) 684-3790 when you arrive at our office to check in. We will bring your keys, paperwork, etc... to your car. There is no need to come into the office at this time. Please be sure to have your balance paid in full prior to your arrival.
* Toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer, cleaning products, etc are in short supply on the peninsula. Please be sure to bring these products with you to insure you have what you need while you are here.
-CHECK-OUT: Check out time is at 2pm. We are unable to allow late check outs at this time. Please be sure to follow the check out instructions (provided at check-in) and drop your keys in the back drop box located at our office on the ground level by 2pm. Call the office (409) 684-3790 and let us know you have departed.
-Our housekeeping staff has been provided masks and gloves, are following the CDC guidelines and using EPA approved products. In addition to normal cleaning procedures, our housekeeping staff will increase focus on “high touch” items like light switches, doorknobs, remotes, etcAPRIL 13, 2020 5:00pm
Galveston County, Texas
Beaches** in the unincorporated areas of Galveston County have been reopened effective 5pm, April 13, 2020.
The beaches will continue to be heavily patrolled by law enforcement to ensure social distancing requirements are being adhered to.
The unincorporated beaches will continue to be actively monitored by the Galveston County Office of Emergency Management (GCOEM) and if necessary, additional action will be taken if there is evidence people are not following the requirements of social distancing.
**Although Bolivar beaches are open to the public, Cobb Real Estate is still not taking any reservations for vacation rentals during the month of April. Please see update of March 31, 2020 below regarding our rental policy for April reservations. We will update this page as needed regarding rentals.
APRIL 8, 2020 1:30pm
BEACH CLOSURE
Galveston County has issued an order closing the beaches in the unincorporated areas of Galveston County, including the Bolivar Peninsula. Beaches will be closed to both county residents and visitors.
This order is effective 12:01 am on April 10, 2020 and remains in effect through April 17, 2020, subject to extension based on the status of COVID-19 in Texas.
For more information or to read a full copy of the order please visit www.gcoem.org - (full order link).
The Cobb Real Estate office in Crystal Beach is currently closed. We are answering calls and emails remotely during normal business hours. Please call 409-684-3790 or email rentals@cobbrealestate.com with any questions you may have, our team is ready to assist you. Thank you.
MARCH 31, 2020 Noon
APRIL RESERVATIONS
After careful consideration, in the interest of safety for our staff, homeowners, guests, and our community, Cobb Real Estate will not be booking any reservations for arrivals during the month of April.
We will be contacting all guests with April arrival dates to reschedule the booking for a later date or cancel the booking, issuing a full refund. Your patience is appreciated as we are working remotely. We understand that you were looking forward to your visit to Crystal Beach as we were looking forward to having you, but at this time it is best to err on the side of caution.
We’re here for you. Our team is prepared to answer your questions and can be reached at rentals@cobbrealestate.com or call (409) 684-3790 – we are answering calls remotely during normal business hours. Our thoughts are with you and your loved ones during this time. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and will update this page as needed.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Safety Resources:
Please read the CDC recommendations
A live tracker of the spread of the virus from Johns Hopkins University.
The latest updates from the World Health Organization (WHO) on the virus.
WHO’S recommendations for the public to reduce exposure
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