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Modern Beachfront w/ EV Charger & Pet Friendly

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with water park

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Relax in this spacious 3-bedroom beachfront home, offering stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico. Perfect for families and large groups, with easy access to the sand and sea just steps away!
Ideal for large groups, this beachfront house offers spacious accommodations, a cozy living room, and outdoor spaces for dining and relaxation, all just steps from the beach.
Escape to a tropical paradise on Bolivar Peninsula! This beautifully designed home boasts breathtaking beach views, large windows, and a private patio to enjoy the breeze.
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Gilchrist, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2 Full over Full Bunks

2 Single Bunk Beds

King with En Suite

1 King Bed

King with En Suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Hallway Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master 1 En Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Master 2 with En Suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Modern Beachfront w/ EV Charger & Pet Friendly

Welcome to "The Magnificent Starfish" by Bolivar Vacations! This stunning beachfront retreat is all about creating unforgettable moments with family and friends. As a premier choice for Bolivar Vacation Rentals, this home offers direct beach access and luxury amenities for the ultimate coastal escape.

Experience the best of the Texas coast with breathtaking ocean views and modern conveniences like a high-speed EV charging station. Whether you are looking for Bolivar Peninsula Rentals for a family getaway or a group trip, "The Magnificent Starfish" provides the perfect blend of style, comfort, and beachfront living for up to 10 guests.

THE SPACE
"The Magnificent Starfish" features 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including two luxurious master king suites with private ensuites. The interior boasts cozy coastal vibes with elegant tile flooring and a spacious living area perfect for movie nights. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, fully equipped with a gas range and all the essentials for preparing group meals.

This pet-friendly home is a standout among Bolivar Beach House Rentals, offering a cargo lift to easily transport your luggage and groceries to the main level. With high-speed internet and thoughtfully designed living spaces, every detail is crafted for your comfort and convenience.

GETTING AROUND
The outdoor living space is a true highlight of this property. Relax on the expansive deck and soak in the panoramic ocean views—perfect for morning coffee or sunset dining. On the ground level, you'll find an outdoor lounge area with a grill and a convenient outdoor shower to rinse off after a day in the surf.

Being directly beachfront, you can step straight from your door onto the sand. For those exploring Port Bolivar Vacation Rentals, the combination of prime location, EV charging, and premium outdoor amenities makes "The Magnificent Starfish" an unmatched base for your Bolivar Peninsula adventures.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE & BOOKING
The minimum age to book this property is 25 years old. We do not accept reservations from individuals under 25. A valid ID may be required at check-in to verify age compliance.

Book now and secure your unforgettable Casago Bolivar Vacations getaway to the Texas coast!

Pet-Friendly: Bring up to 2 pups along for the fun!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
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 on the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Fort Travis Seashore Park and Pink Dolphin Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 57 min drive - 49.5 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 58 min drive - 51.0 km
  • Port of Galveston - 58 min drive - 49.8 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Poppie's Place Downstairs Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Beachfront w/ EV Charger & Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Beachfront w/ EV Charger & Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Beachfront w/ EV Charger & Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Beachfront w/ EV Charger & Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Beachfront w/ EV Charger & Pet Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. High Island Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for a peaceful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Ellen H.

Wonderful stay

Lovely place right on the ocean was awesome!

10/10 Excellent

Autumn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second stay in The Magnificent Starfish. To say it’s perfect is an understatement. It’s our home away from home. We love coming here just to destress from life in the concrete jungle for a long weekend. The house is pristine, welcoming and just feels like home. The beach is clean, quiet and safe. And the neighbors are gems, some of the friendliest, most helpful people you could meet. We don’t even consider other options anymore, if the Starfish isn’t available, we just change our dates and book when it is.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our family. Direct access to the beach. House was clean and spacious. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Great location and great house!

Loved staying at this property! Everything was clean, house was in a great location, and the propane grill was an added bonus. Walk out your backyard and you are on the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer k.

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

Great Vacation House

This place was absolutely amazing. I would highly recommend staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David B.

Great Location!

The house was only a few steps to the beach. The elevator made it easy to transfer items to and from the house. Very spacious outdoor deck that was large enough for our entire family.

10/10 Excellent

PAM H.

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

Wonderful place to say

this house was right on the beach and was very clean. we enjoyed our stay and will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Great Beach View & Beach House

What a beautiful beach house! Plenty of room, kitchen had everything we needed & direct beach access! Will definitely stay here again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan L.

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

Great Location

Property was amazing, great location and great accommodations. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

keith d.

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

Great Stay

Great cabin, wonderful location and full of amenities. Very clean and plenty of space to move around. The deck and underneath area were awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Great Relaxing Time

This was a great place to get away and relax. Loved the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

Perfect beach home

This is our 2nd stay at the Magnificent Starfish for our girl’s beach trip. Location is perfect, literally steps from the beach. The home has everything you need and plenty of space. We had a couple of minor issues. The host was easily reached and issues taken care of promptly. Can’t wait to book our next long weekend !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

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

Beach house

The property is beautiful and in a good location. It is not in the middle of Crystal beach which is nice we will definitely come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

Work Retreat

This house was excellent! The kitchen is perfect for cooking and well stocked with equipment. The beach was nice, especially at low tide.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place

Great place! Very clean which is no easy feat on the beach. All that you could ask for!! Will definitely stay here again. I will add, the VRBO service fees did seem high.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly M., San Antonio, Texas

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

Wonderful and relaxing!

We came for a slow down, hang out girls weekend and got just that!! The house was perfect! Plenty of space for all 6 of us, the elevator to haul your stuff up was amazing and the kitchen had everything we needed and more! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephanie w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Peaceful retreat

We couldn't be happier w the location of the house. The beach was very mellow ,and exactly what we needed . The house was beautiful and very accommodating! We would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Allison V.

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

☆☆☆☆

Great house and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

George S.

Beach front fun

Lovely home, right on the beach. Amazing view. Quiet neighbors Kitchen had everything we needed Really an amazing place
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10/10 Excellent

Su M.

Beautiful beachfront home

Lovely home! It was clean and spacious. And being a few feet from the water was perfect!
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10/10 Excellent

George S.

Romantic house on the beach

First off, Starfish is right on the beach. Nothing like sitting on the deck listening to the surf roll in, watching the stars at night or the dolphins in the morning Very quiet park of the beach, we never had anyone in sight Comfy beds, new furniture. Starlink Marble floors Gas range Really big yard Nice big deck with amazing views
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10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Wonderful Home on the Beach!

We felt so at home. It was comfortable, it was clean. It was beautifully equipped, and felt so good to be there. The Magnificent Starfish was just a few feet from the beach; we were constantly saying, "we couldn't imagine being anywhere else!"
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10/10 Excellent

Kirby B.

“Magnificent” was magnificent

Thoroughly enjoyed my family's Memorial Day weekend vacation at Bolivar peninsula and especially at the Magnificent Starfish. We'll be back for sure!

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Perfect spot

This was the perfect house for our family. Three bedroom and three full bath. Very spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

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