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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
Gilchrist Beach
Place, Gilchrist Beach
1 min walk
Crystal Beach
Place, Crystal Beach
3 min walk
East Beach
Place, East Beach
61 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Common area 1
2 Double Futons
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Beachfront Getaway! Great for bird watching! Perfect water view!!
Welcome to The Regal Seagull, come make this well-appointed, peaceful Gilchrist vacation beach house your next home-away-from-home. The 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home boasts breathtaking views from the balcony and is just steps away from The Gulf of America. The entire crew can enjoy endless days in the sun and sand. Stack your itinerary with historical tours of Galveston, fresh-caught seafood, visits to more iconic beaches and great bird-watching locations nearby. Pack the SPF!
***Close to the bird watching locations*** Bolivar Flats / Houston Audubon Society. Check BolivarPeninsulaTexas website for more details
The Property Ocean Views | Pets Welcome w/ Fee | ~27 Mi to Galveston
This pet-friendly (with pet fee) beachfront home named the 'Regal Seagull' is perfect for a family vacation to coastal Texas and features an open interior and uninterrupted ocean views.
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Twin Bunk Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Living Room: 2 Full Sleeper Sofas
MAIN FEATURES: Deck/balcony, patio, outdoor shower, outdoor dining area, open living space, Smart TVs, DVD player, bathtub, ceiling fans, kids table w/ chairs, highchair.
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, dishware/flatware, blender, toaster, toaster oven, trash bags + paper towels, ice maker, water filter, spices, bar seating
FAQ: Stairs required for access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), 5 exterior security cameras (facing out)
PARKING: Driveway (2-4 vehicles)
House Rules and Policies - No smoking anything inside. Smoking allowed outside or under neath the house. Evidence of smoking inside the house will result in $500 fine.
- Pets allowed w/ $125 pet fee. Max 2 dogs or cats at 50lbs each. - Please keep pets out of the beds. Pets in beds will result in an additional cleaning fee of $100.
- Missing or damaged items like any keys, remotes, linens, dishes, appliances, decorations, furniture and furnishings are subject to a repair and replacement fee.
- No parties or large gatherings, all guests must be included in the reservation.
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access.
- NOTE: There is no vehicle access (golf cart, car, truck, etc.) to the beach through the yard. Vehicle access to the beach is about 500 yards to the north on Hwy 87, just 2 houses down and very close.
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 5 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located at the front of the house facing the stairs, 1 camera is located at the top of the stairs facing down, 1 camera is located under the house facing the parking area, and 1 camera is on the back of the house facing the backyard. There is also a doorbell camera that faces the highway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion. They will record when they first sense motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected. Tampering with cameras will result in a $250 fine and immediate cancellation of your reservation without refund.
- Cleaning: We don't expect you to do a lot of cleaning when you leave, that's why there's a cleaning fee. But please respect our house and try not to leave it extra dirty. If something breaks during your stay let me know right away so we can work out a fair resolution. If we find something has been damaged during your stay after you have departed, then you will most likely be charged for that at full price.
- Checkout Instructions: Please clean out the fridge completely, bag and throw out all trash in the trash cans by the street. Please load and start the dishwasher, dishwasher pods are kept under the sink. Leave the sheets and comforters on the beds where they were. Please place dirty towels in the laundry basket by the washer and dryer.
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking inside will result in $500 fine
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
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
Please leave sheets, blankets and pillows on the beds. We will take care of laundry.
Put dirty towels in laundry basket by the washer.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
There is no vehicle access (golf carts, etc..) to the beach through the yard. Vehicles access to beach is 2 houses north.
No parties.
No smoking inside.
Please do not open the windows.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2964348vb
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 in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is on the beach. Gilchrist Beach and Crystal Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary.
Is Beachfront Getaway! Great for bird watching! Perfect water view!! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront Getaway! Great for bird watching! Perfect water view!!?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront Getaway! Great for bird watching! Perfect water view!! on 14 June 2026 start from AU$621, 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 Beachfront Getaway! Great for bird watching! Perfect water view!!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachfront Getaway! Great for bird watching! Perfect water view!!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachfront Getaway! Great for bird watching! Perfect water view!!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beachfront Getaway! Great for bird watching! Perfect water view!! 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
10
Exceptional
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Our stay here was amazing! I can’t explain how beautiful the house was, so clean and welcoming, had everything we needed and more! The view from our balcony was so beautiful it didn’t feel real! Beach access from our backyard and PRIVATE beach!!! I cant stop recommending this place to everyone, this is a great stay! Will be coming back soon!!!
We had a wonderful week and the house was just perfect for our family beach vacation. Zane was a great host and we are looking forward to visiting again. Thank you for a great stay!
Great location, comfy and well-organized house, wonderful owners, and everything you need for your beach vacation. Just a few steps to the sand and surf!
Very comfortable home in amazing location! View has the “wow” factor and access to the beach is easy. A wonderful home with all the amenities. Host communication is timely and friendly. We will definitely stay at this property again when we return to the area!
This house is so close to the beach! We had a wonderful time relaxing and enjoying our private time on the beach. The house was clean and decorated nicely. The beds are so incredibly comfortable. The owners were very responsive and accommodating. We had a very nice stay!
The property is very nice, clean and was right on the beach. I loved that it’s far enough from the busy part of the beach so there was little no traffic back and forth from cars and atv’s. The property manager was very responsive and fast. Great place. Would stay again
Zane and Tracy make Bolivar the best destination to relax, absorb the ocean breezes, the sunrises and sunsets, and endless beach walks. This property is perfectly located, well appointed, and so comfortable. This is the ONLY place we stay on Bolivar Peninsula…so looking forward to the next one…thanks, y’all!!
The setting and atmosphere was exactly what we were hoping for . Beautiful home and serenity of the beach second to none . Zak and Tracy were great host and made sure we were completely happy with our stay. Looking forward to coming back.
This house is perfect! It is right on the beach and is in a quieter location. Kitchen was well stocked and included a drip coffee maker/Keurig combo. Furniture was nice and beds were comfortable. Communication with the owner was outstanding. We had a wonderful stay and highly recommend this rental.
This beautiful property is the perfect setting for much-needed respite. Residing just steps away from the ocean was tremendously rejuvenating and life-changing. We loved the secluded location that was away from the populated public beaches. We really fell in love with Texas, and can't wait to visit again!
This place has the perfect set up directly on the beach for you and your pups! The fenced yard worked out great. This location definitely gives you privacy, we felt like we had the beach all to ourselves. So relaxing! We will be back!
The view was amazing. The property was clean and decorated nicely. We enjoyed the proximity of the beach and the ease of communication with the host. There was not much open on the peninsula during our stay but perhaps there is more during the summer. Getting to the ferry to go to Galveston eas convenient.
Jennifer C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Zane & Tracy
We're from DFW, we love this house and visit anytime we can! Hosting is amazing, we treat people the way we want to be treated and strive to make your stay as fun and comfortable as possible.
Why they chose this property
Crystal Beach is much quieter and slower than the Galveston beach. We love it for the privacy
What makes this property unique
The Beach is literally a few steps from the house! The fence is great for pups and kids giving you that extra level of peace of mind. Just go outside and enjoy the view!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests