Stunning | Beachfront | Dog Friendly | Sleeps 8

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A wooden deck with two rocking chairs facing the ocean.
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a covered porch area.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, and large windows.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a brown leather couch.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar area with stools.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crystal Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Gilchrist, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, High Island Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Port Bolivar

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Stingaree Marina and Galveston Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • High Island Beach - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 20 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Port Bolivar Beaches - 35 min drive - 34.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Poppie's Place Downstairs Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning | Beachfront | Dog Friendly | Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stunning | Beachfront | Dog Friendly | Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning | Beachfront | Dog Friendly | Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning | Beachfront | Dog Friendly | Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning | Beachfront | Dog Friendly | Sleeps 8 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach holiday home is steps from Crystal Beach and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Gilchrist Beach. High Island Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach view was perfect, the house was great beds comfy and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on 12 October 2026
Thank you for your 4-star review! We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful beach view, the comfort of the beds, and the cleanliness of the home. It was truly a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love our stay, the host was in constant communication and this place is so good for families with kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Thank you for your 4-star review of The Gem of Gilchrist. We're glad our communication met your needs and that the home was a good fit for your family. We appreciate your feedback and hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a cute house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 3 November 2026
Thank you for the kind review Susan ! We’re glad you enjoyed the house and hope to welcome you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was nice and right on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2026
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the location right on the beach to be perfect for you. We truly appreciate you choosing our home and would love the opportunity to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience, house had what we needed, and the view was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2026
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We're glad The Gem of Gilchrist had everything you needed and that you enjoyed the amazing view. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay as always
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review. Glad The Gem of Gilchrist provided another great stay. We appreciate you choosing Bolivar Vacations and hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Accommodations were accurate displayed. Had no issues with any part of the process of checking-in, checking-out or during the stay. I would stay at this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 31 October 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re glad you enjoyed the location and found everything as described, and that your stay went smoothly from check-in to checkout. We’d be happy to welcome you back to The Gem of Gilchrist!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really love this property. It is right on the beach and has everything you could possibly need to have a great stay. The
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you love The Gem of Gilchrist and enjoyed the beachfront location and well-equipped home. We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was excellent. Beautiful home beautiful views Very peaceful. We so much enjoyed our stay. Well stocked with everything you need. And bed was very comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2026
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We're glad The Gem of Gilchrist provided beautiful views, a peaceful setting, and a well-stocked, comfortable stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! On the beach. Nice cold AC!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review! Glad The Gem of Gilchrist was right on the beach and that you enjoyed the nice cold AC. We’d love to host you again. — Bolivar Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and right on the beach! It was perfect for our girls weekend! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2026
Thank you so much for the 5‑star review! I'm glad The Gem of Gilchrist was perfect for your girls' weekend and that you enjoyed the beachfront location. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is in such a great location! We loved everything about it except we had problems with the front door lock onto the front balcony. Everything else was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on 17 October 2026
Thank you for your 4-star review! We’re glad you loved the location and had a great stay overall. We appreciate you letting us know about the front balcony door lock and will look into it. We hope to host you again at The Gem of Gilchrist!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful. Definitely making this an annual family gathering
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review! Glad The Gem of Gilchrist was beautiful and that you’re making this an annual family gathering. We’d love to host you again. — Bolivar Vacations
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2026
Thank you for choosing Bolivar Vacations and for your review. We're glad the view was amazing for you and hope to welcome you back on your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 5th time at this rental and it keeps surpassing expectations
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review! We appreciate your continued loyalty—it's wonderful to hear the rental keeps surpassing expectations. We hope to welcome you back on your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach view was perfect. Sat on back porch majority of time since weather didn’t cooperate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review! Glad The Gem of Gilchrist's beach view was perfect and that you could enjoy the back porch even with the weather. We’d love to host you again. — Bolivar Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The managing company very very courteous. We had no issues! Would reserve again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review! Glad The Gem of Gilchrist’s managing company was very courteous and that you had no issues. We’d love to host you again. — Bolivar Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean. Host was great. Loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review! We appreciate you choosing Bolivar Vacations and hope to welcome you back on your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We finally found the place we want to come back to every year!!!! This place was wonderful!!! The kitchen was nice and spacious. It had all the supplies we needed including a Kerig coffee machine. The living room was so big and open. The patio is close to the water and is where we stayed the whole time. It has two great bathrooms along with a washer and dryer. It was very clean, the air conditioning worked great and the water pressure was great in the shower. It does have a shower/tub combo. I would advise anyone to definitely bring mosquito spray and bring ice as there is not an ice maker in the freezer. We have already reserved our stay for next year!!! It was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 31 October 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re glad The Gem of Gilchrist had everything you needed for a relaxing stay, especially the spacious kitchen and patio by the water. We appreciate the helpful tips about mosquito spray and ice, and look forward to welcoming you back next year!
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent - 5 Stars

This house was fabulous! Everything was just as described. Perfect location. Everything we needed.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very good time. Great cabin, great location. Please with everything except the coffee pot. We couldn't get the pot side to work and didn't care for the flavors on the cup side. This is our 3rd time renting this cabin and will rent again. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 December 2025
Thank you for choosing to stay with us again and for the kind words, Penny. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the house’s setup and location. Apologies for the inconvenience with the coffee maker, our housekeeping and maintenance team will carefully inspect it to repair or replace the pot side and also review the pod and flavor selections. Your loyalty and support mean a great deal to us. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Gem of Gilchrist on your next visit!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Becky. We're glad you enjoyed the location! We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to earn a 5-star review on your next visit. If there's anything specific you think we could improve on, we’d love to hear your suggestions.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A group of ladies, mostly former co-workers from school, spent 4 nights and had the time of our lives. This is the 3rd or 4th time we have stayed at this particular house and have never had any issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing if you like the open floor plan this house offered that. With plenty of room and comfortable beds, to rest after a fun filled day at the beach. The porch overlooked the beach, which was basically a hop skip and jump from the house. Got to see the sunrise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review! Glad The Gem of Gilchrist met your expectations. We’d love to host you again. — Bolivar Vacations
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