Good questions
The stuff families ask before they book.
Common questions, direct answers. If yours isn’t here, text us or email hello@insanestays.com.
How many people can stay at Pickle Beach?
Up to 15 guests across 5 bedrooms and 9 beds. Three full bathrooms and a half, so nobody is waiting.
Is the pickleball court actually private?
Yes. A regulation pickleball and basketball court in the fenced backyard, just for your group. Paddles and balls are already here, so there is no gear to haul.
Never played pickleball. Will the court still be fun?
Pickleball takes about ten minutes to learn. The court is small, the paddle is short, the ball is slow. Most folks are rallying inside twenty minutes. Grandparents and ten-year-olds play the same game.
How far is the beach?
A short walk from the front door. Crystal Beach is drive-on sand, so families load up a wagon and post up at the waterline.
When is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 10:00 AM. Contactless — the door code is sent ahead of time.
Is there really no cleaning fee?
Right. No cleaning fee, ever. The total you see is the total you pay. Easier to split with the group.
Can we bring the dog?
Y’all can. Dogs are welcome and the backyard is fully fenced, so they get room to run too. Any applicable pet fee is shown before you confirm.
How is direct booking cheaper than Airbnb or Vrbo?
Book direct here and you are always 20% cheaper than Airbnb and Vrbo for the same stay before any signup code is applied.
How do I hear about direct-booking deals?
Join the email list on the homepage. We send open-date notes, direct-booking perks, and a pack-list built for big-group trips.
Is checkout secure?
Yes. Payment runs through Stripe-secured checkout. Same security standard as any major hotel.
What if something goes sideways during the stay?
Direct guests get our cell number at check-in. Text anytime. We will fix it or make it right.
Hurricane or evacuation policy?
If a mandatory evacuation is issued for Galveston County affecting your dates, full refund or rebook — no questions.