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Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8

Beachfront vacation home near Crystal Beach

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Smart TV, books
Dining
Smart TV, books
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Bolivar Beaches
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Bolivar

On the beach.A stay at this Crystal Beach vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Crystal Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Gilchrist Beach. Stingaree Marina is within 6 miles (10 km) and nauti beaver hut is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gilchrist Beach - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Stingaree Marina - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Port Bolivar Beaches - 33 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Fort Travis Seashore Park - 33 min drive - 20.8 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dannays Donuts - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8

Relax with the entire family at this peaceful Beach side property. This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, Pet Friendly home is fully stocked and just steps to the beach. This home is located on the family friendly North Side of the Peninsula.

Bedrooms (Sleeps 8):
1 Bedroom = King Bed (with ensuite) & Smart TV
1 Bedroom = Queen Bed & Smart TV
1 Bedroom = Queen Bunk Beds & Smart TV


Bathrooms:
2 Full Bathrooms
1 outdoor shower

Kitchen:
Drip Coffee Pot
Keurig Coffee Pot
Full size side by side Refrigerator/Freezer/Ice Maker
Dishwasher
Electric Stove/Oven
Toaster
Microwave
Blender
Cooking Utensils
Pots & Pans
Silverware
Dishware
Cups (coffee cups, drinking glasses, wine glasses)

Dining Space:
Table seats 4
Kitchen Island seats 2

Living Space:
Smart TV's (download & stream your favorite apps)
Wifi access
Washer & Dryer
Linens Provided
Towels Provided

Outdoor:
BBQ grill (charcoal)
Seating
Outdoor Dining

Provided:
*All Bed & Bath linens will be provided
*Liquid hand soap will be provided
*Small starter pack of paper products, laundry detergent, and k-cups will be provided

Plan to Bring:
*Personal Toiletries (Body wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, etc…)
*Beach Towels
*Beach Toys
*All food & beverage

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8 to the airport?

This vacation home is 58.5 mi (95-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8 to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8 to downtown Port Bolivar?

This vacation home is 6.1 mi away from Port Bolivar.

Gilchrist!Just Updated! Amazing Ocean Views! Pet Friendly!Sleeps 8 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, pet friendly, and good views of the sunrise
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Starling I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Views are great, steps from the beach, clean and comfortable. Enjoyed Christmas on the beach!
Back view at sunset
The beach
Front view after sunrise
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the third time staying at this property. This is our go to place when we need to get out of the city for the weekend. The place is alway clean, quiet and a great place to escape the business city life and reset.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and very nice house. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time picking this property. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property in a semi quiet area of the beach. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khalid A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay just steps from the beach! Very nice accommodations and a clean home. Clear communication from the host at every step. I would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean, well stocked with all the items that were essentials and met our hopes and expectations.This is a very comfortable vacation home with excellent access to the beach and lends itself to beautiful photos opps from the upstairs deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all had a wonderful time at the beach house it has great views from the deck!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway from DFW!!

It was a perfect stay at a cute little place right off the beach! We loved it !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shaon k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was awesome... The house was cozy and inviting... We plan on going back in the near future!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the deck we could see over half mile of beach and about two minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vicki b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was great and Mark was very responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little spring break trip

We enjoyed the house! Location is great. Right on the beach and close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning! This place was absolutely beautiful! I loved being able to just walk out and be on the beach! Communication with the property owner was so easy and the check-in/check out process was so simple. We absolutely loved this place! We did not want to leave. Loved it! Will def be back! Thank you!
From the balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is located at the beach and has a beautiful view on the ocean to watch sunrise. Everything you need is in the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aspen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Amazing place. Amazing location. Amazing host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Our host Mark was great. We loved the house and the area is very laid back, so relaxing and just spending family time together was a blessing. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacay

Perfect getaway with beach access. Great vacay for our little family! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise Retreat!

Clean, comfortable, and relaxing beach house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome experience

The house was awesome, the location is perfect I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We loved the beach house. It was clean and amazing access to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short beach trip

Very nice place to stay. Manager was very responsive and helpful. Will definitely book again when in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Weekend getaway

Really enjoyed it. The deck looking out to the ocean was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thumbs up!

The house was beautiful and the location was fantastic ! We will definitely want to return
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

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