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Hot Tub, Beach Access! Bay-View Gilchrist Retreat

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, turquoise furniture, and a view of the ocean.
A deck with outdoor seating, including chairs and a fire pit, overlooking a beach.
A hot tub under a wooden pergola with a view of the beach.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with teal chairs.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a ceiling fan, a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a dining area with bar stools.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Soak and unwind
    Relax in the top-rated spa pool, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Crystal Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Gilchrist, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, High Island Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Port Bolivar

Located in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is on the beach. Fort Travis Seashore Park and Pink Dolphin Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary.
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Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • High Island Beach - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 17 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Port Bolivar Beaches - 38 min drive - 37.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Mia’s Italian Bistro - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot Tub, Beach Access! Bay-View Gilchrist Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hot Tub, Beach Access! Bay-View Gilchrist Retreat?

As of 8 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hot Tub, Beach Access! Bay-View Gilchrist Retreat on 11 November 2026 start from NZ$1,272, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hot Tub, Beach Access! Bay-View Gilchrist Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hot Tub, Beach Access! Bay-View Gilchrist Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot Tub, Beach Access! Bay-View Gilchrist Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hot Tub, Beach Access! Bay-View Gilchrist Retreat located?

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house. Everything was functional. And clean. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing with amazing views of the gulf and the bay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beds are the only thing that need to addressed. Other than that it’s a great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended if you like a spot on a relatively quiet beach (at least the weekend we were there).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, beach is quiteand relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach view on a quiet beach. Walk to beach is basically just off the driveway. It was such a peaceful little getaway, and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and looked nice. The beds were a bit uncomfortable and pillows were flat, but it was a place to lay your head and sleep. It only come with 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom and one roll of paper towels for 5 people for 5 days. Thank goodness I always pack extras. There was also only enough towels for exactly the amount of people listed and 2 washcloths only in the master bathroom, so we did have to wash often. There is a weak spot in the floor between the dining and living room, but nothing you are going to fall through. Other than that, everything was great.The kids loved the hot tub and the beach view was fantastic. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

Perfect place to get away. Amazing views and great house. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

Really loved the hot tub. Property is clean and in a good location. Right on the beach. Realy enjoyed this place. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place, great hot tub

Great property, needs a little update in the kitchen ware
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Beach Getaway for the Whole Family

We had a wonderful stay! The location was amazing—right on the beach and in a quiet, peaceful area. It was the perfect place to relax and unwind. My husband and I spent each morning on the porch watching a pod of dolphins feed just off the shore. The house was bright, clean, and beautifully decorated. We loved the hot tub, and the outdoor shower was super convenient for rinsing off after the beach. A laid-back, family-friendly spot we can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific Teal Beach house

Me and my dog had a quiet and peaceful few days at this very cute beach house with amazing ocean views. Grocery store not far down the road and Tia Juanita Fish Camp and Stingaree restaurant also a short drive away. We loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

House is great, clean, everything worked. Location is great if you want to be left alone. Not a lot to do in the area. Beach is not well kept. Construction is ongoing at Rollover Pass.. so there is some noise and you can't access the beach back to the west. But this won’t last forever. We enjoyed the house and would stay here again…
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

House was lovely

House was lovely but a few things need addressing. Door was unlocked when we arrived. Hot tub cover was off. Giant booger on wall by kitchen table/back door. Dishes in cabinet were wet when we arrived. Dishwasher didn’t dry dishes or clean very well so we hand washed and left them on counter to dry when leaving. Couldn’t find any linens except a comforter (that didn’t smell clean) for the sofa bed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Location, perfect family getaway

Our New Year and birthday vacation started off dramatically when we were caught in an F3 tornado just 28 miles from the beach house, which unfortunately totaled our vehicle. However, once we arrived, the rest of the week was peaceful and enjoyable.This was our fourth year coming to this house, and as always, it didn’t disappoint. We were excited to see the new additions, like the fire pit and hot tub. While the fire pit wasn’t working, we used the hot tub a couple of times, though it’s not the main reason we come.The house and location are truly the perfect family getaway. Days at the beach are blissful, and nights are even better with the windows open, letting in the sound of the ocean. The deck is a standout feature—a serene space to meditate and relax.We also love the local restaurants, which never fail to impress, and the friendly, welcoming locals add to the charm.We’ll definitely keep coming back. It’s a great location that feels like a home away from home!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I don’t usually make negative comments but this place has some problems. Starting with several really soft spots in the floor. Not sure how much support is under that floor. Also we had trouble with the hot tub. The response to the problem was addressed quickley but not sure tub actually works correctly. Now maybe not everyone that rents properties cooks much but that is one of the reasons we rent homes. The kitchen was not well stocked at all. There were a lot of pans and baking pans, but only 1 mixing bowl and another that was cracked. There were not many cups/glasses. There were several shot glasses though. There were only 3 or 4 kitchen towels and no dishrags. This was interesting considering you are expected to wash and put away dishes prior to leaving, which meant hand washing in order get that done in time for the 1000 out time. The other problem was there were only 2 packs of dishwasher detergent. So I had to buy some. There was 1 roll of paper towels and a total of 4 small rolls of toilet paper. ( So yes I had to buy all of that). The can openers ( there were 2) are both so dull they don’t open cans. Had to punch through the can many times and pry it open. We did like the area and the beach. The lay out if the house was nice, parking was good. Beds were comfortable and it seemed clean when we got there. Oh lock was tricky. Need a new one or at least some graphite. Also locked myself out twice without using the key. Not really sure how that happene
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful place

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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