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3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Living area
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Beach
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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  • Place, Crystal Beach
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk room 2 sets twin over full bunks plus queen bed

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

King room with ensuite bathroom

1 King Bed

King room with ensuite bathroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

ensuite bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

ensuite bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Hallway bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More

Welcome to Yellow Rose by Bolivar Vacations – A True Texas Gem by the Sea. Kick back at Yellow Rose, a beachfront escape blending Texas charm with coastal comfort. Located in quiet Gilchrist and just steps from the sand, this spacious retreat sleeps 12 and features a gourmet kitchen, wraparound deck with ocean views, and an outdoor entertainment area with a grill and bar. Inside, enjoy three inviting bedrooms—including a fun bunk room—and high-speed Wi-Fi for easy relaxation and connection.

KEY FEATURES:
☀ Sleeps up to 12 – 3 bedrooms, including 2 King suites and a large bunk room
☀ 3 full bathrooms – 2 private ensuites and 1 hallway bath
☀ Beachfront location – just steps to the Gulf
☀ Full wraparound deck with front-row ocean views
☀ Downstairs entertainment zone with bar, grill, and outdoor shower
☀ Fully equipped gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances
☀ Cozy living area with board games, smart TV, and comfy seating
☀ Pet-friendly (2 dogs max, with fee)
☀ High-speed Wi-Fi throughout
☀ Located in the quiet and peaceful Gilchrist community

☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆
Two king bedrooms each feature a private ensuite bath and cozy Texas-themed decor. The third bedroom is a family favorite with two twin-over-full bunks and a separate queen bed—perfect for the kids or a full crew of friends.

☆☆ BATHROOMS ☆☆
Three full bathrooms offer convenience for groups, including two ensuite baths for added privacy and a shared hallway bath near the living spaces.

☆☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆☆
The gourmet kitchen has everything you need to cook like a pro—from stainless appliances to granite counters and all the cookware essentials. Dine indoors with plenty of table space or fire up the charcoal grill downstairs for open-air meals.

☆☆ OUTDOR LIVING ☆☆
Soak in the views from the expansive wraparound deck—sunrise in front, sunset in back. Downstairs, you'll find a spacious entertainment area with a built-in bar, grill, outdoor shower, and ample seating. Whether you're hosting happy hour or rinsing off after a beach day, the outdoor setup is made for memory-making.

★☆ Book Today & Experience Coastal Luxury at Yellow Rose! ☆★

* Age Requirement – 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.

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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. Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. With fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • High Island Beach - 11 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 18 min drive - 19.5 km
  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 60 min drive - 47.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blondie's Taco Stand - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. High Island Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

ica t.

Excellent - 5 Stars

Other than the unit is clean and complete with their amenities ( kitchen, laundry bathroom) the big + factor is the location which is beachfront.. So relaxing that kids stayed the whole day in the shore.

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

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

Spring Break

We greatly enjoyed our stay for spring break! We missed the busy weeks and basically had the beach to ourselves. The house was very clean and the deck had gorgeous views. We locked ourselves out one day and they were quick to come help. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

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

Jordan family vaca

We enjoyed our stay even with all the rain we still have plenty of great times!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Great Stay and house!

Had a great time. House was in a perfect location and very nice and had everything we needed. Will definitely book again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved how this house was in such a peaceful space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

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

Location is spectacular

The location could not be any better - the view is amazing. The house was well appointed and had everything that we needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joni J.

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

Steps from the beach!

We loved being so close to the beach and we also enjoyed the wonderful deck! The living room has plenty of seating so we were all able to hang out and enjoy time together!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Perfect Stay

Our family cannot say enough about the Yellow Rose! It was perfect for our family! Had everything we needed for cooking and the location to the beach being steps away was so nice! The house was very clean. The porch sitting was a favorite! We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

deborah k.

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

Beautiful home and amazing

Beautiful home very well-maintained. Everything you need in the kitchen. Everything you need for the bathrooms. The views are amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Heavenly

Great time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige G.

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

Loved it!

Clean house and great spot on the beach. Would definitely come back here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

DEBRA D.

Vacation Stay

What a beautiful home. It was so clean and fully stocked. We had a wonderful time drinking coffee and listening to the ocean waves. The sunrise is amazing to see. Being right on the beach was so nice. We will definitely be repeat guest.

10/10 Excellent

Debby B.

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

Yellow Rose was fantastic

Everything was wonderful. The house was beautifully furnished and decorated and had everything we needed. It was clean and comfortable. The outside living area was just as great. The deck was huge and the view of the beach and ocean was amazing. The host was attentive and communicated extremely well. Would definitely recommend this great place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten S.

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

Weekend get away

Nice new property with great amenities, including excellent towels and useful cooking dishes. Furniture in living room was low to ground and soft to sit on. Beds were soft to medium firmness, but comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shelby C.

Excellent - 5 Stars

Fun, new, clean, beach house that is literally steps from the beach. The house was well stocked with everything you'd need for cooking up meals and grilling downstairs on the lower deck. The views from the upstairs deck are beautiful, both during the day and at night. This is my new favorite house in crystal beach, definitely will book again!
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10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Wonderful home-checked all the boxes

Our family enjoyed this rental very much. We were a party of five adults and two children. Having front row easy access to the beach was important to us and this home delivered. The views from the deck, lower patio and inside the house were fantastic. We were able to enjoy beautiful sunrise and sunset. The wrap around deck was spacious and had plenty of seating options. There is a nice little seating area on the downstairs patio that is a little more private. With three bedrooms and three bathrooms, there was plenty of space and privacy. The home was well equipped, and met all of our needs for a fabulous beach vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

Spotless, Great Location!

On more secluded part of the peninsula where you can see the ocean in front and Innercoastal Waterway with barge traffic from behind you. Yellow Rose has a huge deck that wraps from front to back so you can take it all in. Beach has almost no car traffic and steps from the cabin. Love that 2 bedrooms have doors out to the deck. Would definitely recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Reggie H.

Great House!

This house is set up great for multiple people. My friend and I stayed a few days with grown grands and enjoyed. Great deck, great location, steps to the beach. The sand was unusually deep on this trip. Golf carts and other vehicles getting stuck all over the place. Nice view from the deck watching all the action 😂. Loved the house.

10/10 Excellent

Abbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I hardly ever leave reviews, but I just had to on this one. Before our trip, I had a lot of questions. Every time I would email the property management I would get a email back within a hour. The beach House is right on the beach, literally. It is located in a quiet area with not a lot of beach traffic. We drove to Galveston one afternoon to go out to eat. Their beaches were packed! That really made me appreciate there is hardly anybody on the beach at our location. 10 people was the maximum number of people (at one time) I saw at the beach, where we stayed. The beach was clean. The house was in perfect condition when we got there. Everything was clean the beds were made, The kitchen ….had dishes, cups, bowls, cook ware….it was all there. I have rented probably about five beach houses over the years. This one is by far the best. I did have to call, after hours, regarding the code not working for the house when I got there, but they called me back within five minutes. I would rent this beach house again. The approximately 30 minutes drive from Galveston was worth it due to clean beach. Privacy and roomie house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Will D.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yellow Rose Owner will pop up in the middle of the night with no notice

Be careful staying here. The owner will pop up anytime without notice. I would not suggest renting at this location. Very noisy being 10 feet from the highway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa T.

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

Beachfront break from reality

We enjoyed our beachfront stay at The Yellow Rose! The house was very clean and well stocked with linens and kitchenware. As with any vacation we ran into a few minor inconveniences along the way. The key pad wouldn’t take our code upon check in but we called the number on the door and Daniel was there within 5 minutes to help us. He was very nice and made sure we didn’t need anything else before he left. The ice maker couldn’t keep up with the demand of our crowd of 8 but we supplemented with a bag of ice while it made more. We have the same fridge at home so we are familiar with the ice maker not keeping up with the demand. The WiFi was spotty when trying to stream things to watch at night or trying to watch football games but I completely realize to most this wouldn’t be an issue as you are at the beach. Just something I thought I would mention if you have kiddos or a sports fan. Overall we had a great time and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine O.

Wonderful Stay at Crystal Beach

We recently had the pleasure of staying at the vacation rental house on Crystal Beach, and it was an absolute delight. From start to finish, our experience was smooth and enjoyable. Clear Process: The process of renting and checking in was incredibly straightforward. Clear instructions were provided, making it easy for us to settle in without any hassle. Accommodating Staff: On the day of check in, we needed to make some changes to our agreement. The staff were exceptionally accommodating and understanding. Their flexibility made our stay stress-free. Clean and Well-Equipped: The house itself was immaculate. It was evident that cleanliness was a top priority. Additionally, we were pleasantly surprised by the thoughtful amenities. The high-quality pans and appliances in the kitchen made cooking a breeze. A Small Suggestion: The only minor improvement we could suggest is having a rug inside the door and a shoe tray or mat for wet shoes. Since it was raining during our stay, this would have been helpful to keep the floors dry. Overall, our time at the Crystal Beach rental house was memorable, and we highly recommend it to anyone seeking a relaxing getaway. We'll definitely be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine O.

Wonderful Stay at Crystal Beach

We recently had the pleasure of staying at the vocation rental house on Crystal Beach, and it was an absolute delight. From start to finish, our experience was smooth and enjoyable. Clear Process: The process of renting and checking in was incredibly straightforward. Clear instructions were provided, making it easy for us to settle in without any hassle. Accommodating Staff: On the day of check in, we needed to make some changes to our agreement. The staff were exceptionally accommodating and understanding. Their flexibility made our stay stress-free. Clean and Well-Equipped: The house itself was immaculate. It was evident that cleanliness was a top priority. Additionally, we were pleasantly surprised by the thoughtful amenities. The high-quality pans and appliances in the kitchen made cooking a breeze. A Small Suggestion: The only minor improvement we could suggest is having a rug inside the door and a shoe tray or mat for wet shoes. Since it was raining during our stay, this would have been helpful to keep the floors dry. Overall, our time at the Crystal Beach rental house was memorable, and we highly recommend it to anyone seeking a relaxing getaway. We'll definitely be back!
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6/10 Okay

Good - 3 Stars

First, I want to say the home itself is beautiful and has the potential to be a 5-star rental with the right improvements. At first glance, everything looked clean and inviting, but it didn't take long to notice issues. Small roaches began appearing almost immediately—they were on the floors, cabinets, walls, ceiling, even in the microwave and outside. One even fell on my daughter while she was trying to sleep. When we got home, I had to shake out all of our belongings to make sure none came with us. Additionally, as the floors got sandy and we swept, we discovered a surprising amount of black dog hair. The outside child/pet gate latch was completely rusted and unusable, and one of the bed pillows had a strong, unpleasant odor. With proper extermination and more thorough cleanings, this property could absolutely be a 5-star stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten P.

Excellent - 5 Stars

We will be back! Such a great location and layout for a fun and relaxing get away for a family. The closeness to the beach allowed us to easily haul all our beach toys without the experience being pained by a long walk. The house was clean and had all the amenities needed to take care of a family for meals, entertainment, and sleeping arrangements. Looking forward already to our return!

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