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Beautiful oceanfront home with a private hot tub and expansive decks

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Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14194 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Gilchrist, TX
  • Popular LocationBolivar Peninsula1 min walk
  • Popular LocationGilchrist Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationHigh Island Beach5 min drive
  • AirportGalveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful oceanfront home with a private hot tub and expansive decks

The Salty Dog

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This oceanfront treasure is the perfect getaway for anyone wanting to enjoy a more rural side of the Texas Gulf Coast and have a luxurious home to relax in.

This stilted, three-story home is bright and spacious, with the living spaces on the second and third floors (which are accessed by stairs). There are nautical accents throughout the home, and its open layout makes it great for a larger group of guests. The fully equipped kitchen features a large island with seating, along with upscale accents, stainless steel appliances, and gorgeous granite countertops. The main living area is open, expansive, and full of tasteful furnishings.

Two primary bedrooms are located on the third floor, as is the laundry room. One bedroom features an en suite bathroom; the other bathroom has a door to the second bedroom and another access point from the main living area. Step out onto the partially covered, third-story deck and enjoy sweeping ocean views. There are deck chairs, loungers, and rocking chairs to help you enjoy the salty sea air.

The second story features a mezzanine deck with a hot tub, porch swings, and an open bar area with a refrigerator and a chest freezer. The bunk room, with its large full bathroom, and the fourth bedroom are accessed from this deck The ground level has an open seating and counter area, along with bench seating and a firepit right along the beach. This home is a lovely place to bring friends or family together.

Things to Know
Please note that the two primary bedrooms are on the third floor and accessible from inside the home. There are two additional bedrooms located on the mezzanine (second floor) deck which are not accessible from inside the home and have a separate entrance with deadbolt locks.
This home is equipped with high-speed WiFi, along with an outdoor shower.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: There is no cameras on the inside of the home or pointed in the direction of in the home.
All the cameras are active and on record at all times.
On main upper level
One Camera pointed towards entrance of front door and stairway to enter home.
On 2nd level of home.
there are a total of 5 cameras all in use and constant record. All the cameras are pointed to entrance of bed rooms and the stair way entry
On ground level of home.
there are a total of 3 cameras. pointed at entrance of drive and a Ring cam at base of the stairway.


Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas
Premier Host
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Bolivar Peninsula and Crystal Beach Beaches can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Stingaree Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach Beaches - 1 min walk
  • Bolivar Peninsula - 1 min walk
  • Gilchrist Beach - 2 min walk
  • High Island Beach - 5 min drive
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gulfway Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fantasea BBQ & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Beach Boil - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful oceanfront home with a private hot tub and expansive decks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful oceanfront home with a private hot tub and expansive decks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful oceanfront home with a private hot tub and expansive decks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful oceanfront home with a private hot tub and expansive decks located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port Bolivar holiday home is just steps away from Crystal Beach Beaches and Bolivar Peninsula. Gilchrist Beach is just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gail Denise F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Time
The house was beautiful and so was the location. The only disappointment we had was the hot tub and outside shower was not working. They were able to fix the shower by not the hot tub. The porches were amazing. All the chairs and swings. Thank you for sharing your Beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Molly Z.

Amazing house
We loved the location of this house! So pretty, back yard is the beach! Waking up to those views was priceless. We got torn up by mosquitoes a couple of nights. I’m sure just a mosquito hatch with standing water all over. The hot tub needed a little TLC, but they sent someone out almost immediately. Amazing customer service. we hope to return again soon depending on mosquito season.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Beautiful Retreat!
My family had an amazing time at the Salty Dog. The beach access and hot tub were a big hit. Fishing was great. The house is beautiful and well equipped. Thank you!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

mattpatt0007

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property as described!!
Beautiful and clean house as described with all the necessities. Beach access and hot tub were both AMAZING!!! We had one issue with speakers in the house not turning off, but they sent someone out to handle it quickly. Be prepared for mosquitoes, there were a TON of them around the island while we were there (November). Bring plenty of spray, candles, etc. For whatever reason they did not seem to like the hot tub so we were still able to enjoy the hot tub which was a huge plus, and a big reason we booked here. Very private location. We highly recommend Margaritaville for nearby food/entertainment which was about a 10+ min. drive away. Especially if you have kids, they had an awesome set up for kids entertainment (mini football field, pool/hot tubs, volleyball, basketball, arcade, live music, etc.)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Always a great place to stay
The Salty Dog is one of the best houses on Bolivar. It's location in Gilchrist is remote and peaceful. The beach is just steps from the house and it is not a busy part of the beach. This is our 3rd time to stay at the Salty Dog and we will cintinue to stay here every time we come to Bolivar. Vacasa makes the rental process so easy and they are very timely with instructions, as well as following up to make sure we are settle in.

About the host

Hosted by Vacasa of Texas

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