Salt Marsh Escape: 6BR Beachside Retreat, Hot Tub & Gorgeous Gulf Views

Gilchrist, Texas
$749 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 21

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

About the Property
Kick off the New Year at Salt Marsh Escape—a spacious 6-bedroom retreat perfect for group gatherings and family reunions. Located on the quieter side of Bolivar Peninsula in Gilchrist, this home is just steps from the sand. Experience sweeping Gulf and Bay views, relax in your own private hot tub, and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of a near-beachfront location without the beachfront price tag.

The House
This expansive two-story home features a vaulted great room that opens to wraparound decks, offering unobstructed west-facing views for incredible sunsets. With 13 beds across 6 bedrooms, there is plenty of room for 16+ guests to spread out.

Gourmet Kitchen: Cook for the whole group in a fully equipped kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and a large granite island.

Entertainment: Stay connected with high-speed Wifi and 7 Smart TVs throughout the home, including a 75 screen in the living room.

Kids' Favorite: A lively bunk/game room features strobe lights for a fun, party-like atmosphere for children and teens.

Outdoor Amenities: The ground-level lounge includes a private hot tub (jacuzzi), an outdoor shower, a park-style charcoal grill, and a 55 Smart TV.

Beachside Games: Enjoy cornhole, life-size Connect 4, and other outdoor games provided for your group.

Bedroom & Bathroom Layout
The home is thoughtfully designed to accommodate large groups across three levels:

Ground Level: Lounge area, private hot tub, outdoor shower, and grilling station.

Main Floor: Open-concept kitchen, dining, and living areas; 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

Top Floor: 2 bedrooms including a game loft and 1 full bathroom.

Bed Details: Includes 2 Kings, 2 Queens, 4 Full/Twin bunks, and 1 Twin.

Location & Proximity
Located in the peaceful Gilchrist area on a private street with minimal traffic, you are perfectly positioned for a quiet getaway while remaining just a 5-minute drive from the main restaurants and attractions of Crystal Beach.

Beach Access: We are in row three, meaning you are just a very short walk from the shoreline—close enough to hear the waves and enjoy the Gulf breeze.

Fishing: Anglers can walk right across the street to some of the peninsula's best local fishing spots.

Policies & Notes
Check-in/Out: Self-check-in starts after 4:00 PM via lockbox; checkout is by 10:00 AM.

Pets: We are a pet-friendly property—bring the whole family along!

Starter Kit: We provide a starter kit of paper goods, soaps, and coffee; please bring extra for longer stays.

Bathrooms: While the home sleeps 21, it has 3 bathrooms; please plan your group's schedule accordingly.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2000 Sq Ft (186 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Highchair Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Bay Near The Ocean Near The Sea On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 21

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Mike N.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 30, 2025

    Great house at a great location!Really nice lower patio with lots of tables and chairs.Well stocked with towels, dinnerware and appliances.

  • Erick C.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    The property was very nice, but the property manager was not. Several areas of the house were not clean when we arrived. We received a message from the owner that we might be unable to check in because the last guest left late and the cleaning team had some problems. We didnt mind that it wasn't pristine. Once we left, we were bombarded with messages about the property's cleanliness. The manager sent us pictures of the dirty areas that were not clean when we arrived. We were starting to reply to the manager to let them know that these areas were not clean, but their texts were getting ugly, so we didn't reply. We also rent out property, so we know it can be challenging to manage, but this was unprofessional.

  • Ashley p.

    Submitted May 23, 2025

    Stayed May 19, 2025

    The house was clean, well stocked, and a great place for our family of 16 to spend the week together.

  • Larry L.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    We had a great time with family and friend. Easily accommodate for my group of 20. Beach 200 feet away and Ms. Stevi was amazing. I really appreciate her. Thank you, we will be back for sure

  • Colleen L.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2024

    Stayed Jul 19, 2024

    The house was exceptional. Just a few steps from the beach. Excellent communication from host and property management. Highly recommend!

  • Cindy L.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2024

    Stayed Jun 30, 2024

    Great vacation place. It was clean and very welcoming. Everyone had a great time. There were 14 of us and it was very comfortable. I would definitely book again. Only 1 drawback. The bbq is small. We bought one big enough to cook for all of us.

  • John T.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2024

    Stayed Jun 14, 2024

    Enjoyed our stay. Property was as advertised. Had good communication with property manager. Would have been nice if outdoor television worked. Would also recommend outdoor fans under house.

  • Submitted Jun 1, 2024

    Stayed May 29, 2024

    The property was well-located with easy access to the beach. Almost everything was in working order and good condition.

  • Chad L.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 2023

    The Christmas decorations were a bonus!! The property is in a great location. The house was beautiful and perfect size for our party. We will be back.

  • Kalyn H.

    Submitted Oct 8, 2023

    Stayed Oct 5, 2023

    This house was perfect for our group! One of the best we’ve stayed in for our annual, “framily”, beach trip that we’ve been doing for years!

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$749+
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