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Pelican Shores: Sun, Sand, and Serenity – 3BR Beachfront Retreat!

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Outdoor dining
Private kitchen
Living area
Outdoor dining
Amazing Beach Views!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Crystal Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Gilchrist, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Bolivar Beaches
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pelican Shores: Sun, Sand, and Serenity – 3BR Beachfront Retreat!

Pelican Shores! Beach Front! 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home just steps from the sand. Sleeps 12.

This gorgeous new home has an oversized eat at island overlooking the open and bright living area. Perfect for both families and adults wanting to get away. Both the kitchen and living room have breathtaking views of the ocean and the large front deck is a great place to watch the pelicans fly in and play in the surf.

Bedroom one has a comfy king size bed across from the hall bath. The hall bath is complete with a double sink vanity, tub/shower combo, and stackable washer and dryer. Bedroom two has two queen over queen bunk beds great for kids to adults. Bedroom three has an a king bed with an en-suite walk in shower and private access to the back deck for sunset views over the bay.

Underneath the home, guests will find a large entertaining area complete with a picnic table, bar seating, outdoor shower, charcoal grill, and plenty of room to store boogie boards, chairs, toys and more.

All of this just a short walk to the sands of Bolivar Peninsula beach. Come check out the views!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Hope you have enjoyed your stay! Please review the checkout list in the Welcome Book before you leave tomorrow.
Main things - please wash dishes and start dishwasher - remove sheets from beds and place dirty linens in guest bathroom - start a load of towels (this really helps the cleaning crew!).
Take out all trash & empty the fridge. Please put all trash in the large trash cans in the driveway. Let me know if you have any questions! Check out is at 11am. Please let me know once you leave,
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2701983vb
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • High Island Beach - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Port Bolivar Beaches - 39 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Fort Travis Seashore Park - 39 min drive - 38.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Mia’s Italian Bistro - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pelican Shores: Sun, Sand, and Serenity – 3BR Beachfront Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pelican Shores: Sun, Sand, and Serenity – 3BR Beachfront Retreat!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Shores: Sun, Sand, and Serenity – 3BR Beachfront Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pelican Shores: Sun, Sand, and Serenity – 3BR Beachfront Retreat!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pelican Shores: Sun, Sand, and Serenity – 3BR Beachfront Retreat! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port Bolivar holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Gilchrist Beach and Crystal Beach. High Island Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the beach and a great view of the intercoastal highway... best of both worlds! The home is well appointed and the beds were super comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, bright, and the PERFECT location for a beach stay. We will definitely be booking here from now on when we come to Bolivar.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyson D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach view was beautiful for morning sunsets. The host was quick to communicate, and the house was very clean and comfortable, kitchen well-equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2026
Thank you for the kind words. We are glad you enjoyed the views and noted how clean our home is. Feel free to come back again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Holiday stay for the 4th

Great spot on the beach. Even with the crowd for the holiday the location was peaceful and fun
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ReRe M.

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

Great Location

My family and I loved the property, it felt so homey. The location was great and the scenery was beautiful.We will definitely be booking again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

High Island Birding Trip

We stayed here when we visited high island for birding. Great place to stay. Overall very clean. Beds are comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
Thank you for the kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and found the home clean and comfortable. High Island is such a special spot for birding—hope you had some great sightings! You're welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Amazing house, great bunkbeds

We had an amazing time at the house. Its perfectly setup for an amazing beach stay. Easy to use coffee pot for early mornings, beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Great getaway!

We had such a great time at Pelican Shores. The location is perfect and the house is wonderful! Great for two families with kids. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol W.

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

Beautiful

The view from the deck was beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeline W.

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

Loved it!

We had a wonderful time! Location was perfect and house had everything we needed. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha U.

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

Family vacation

We had a great time at this property! Stephanie was very helpful and answered all my questions. We loved the spacious deck and how it was right on the beach. The breeze was amazing on the deck, you wouldn’t have known it was 100 degrees outside. The house was clean and cute but our only complaint was the mosquitos. Make sure you bring bug spray!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne B.

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

Beautiful

Enjoined being close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R.

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

Beautiful sunsets

Such a beautiful property and is equipped with everything you may need for a carefree getaway. The breeze and the sounds from the gulf is so very relaxing. We are definitely looking forward to booking this property in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha L Z.

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

Amazing

Everything was great, but what I love the most was that is literally steps away from the water. I loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent R.

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

Excellent house right on beach

We loved our stay in this house. It was very clean, and the upstairs porch is very breezy. The beach is no more than 20 steps from the back of the house. It's pretty easy to sit on the porch in the shade for a break from the heat and watch others play on the beach. The mosquitos were not too bad for us except in the evening, and under the house. If there is a decent breeze, the mosquitos are not too bad on the porch. If there is a strong breeze, they are not all that bad under the house either. However, after dark, if there is no breeze, you will get absolutely mobbed by mosquitos in the summer. Make sure to plan accordingly. We are likely to book this property again, as it is a great place to stay on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Hoffman

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We are native Texans and have always loved the
outdoors and wanted the perfect place to enjoy time with
our family. We currently live in Houston, Tx with our two
kids, two puppies (Lola and Dude), and Cat (Buster). This is
our 1st vacation rental and are excited for this adventure
and look forward to all the memories that will be made at
Pelican Shores. We wanted to create a space to share
with others that was fun and comfortable for all ages. We
hope we have achieved that for you

Languages:

English

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