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3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with water park

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Welcome to Yellow Rose by Bolivar Vacations, a charming beachfront retreat where comfort and fun blend for families and groups. Enjoy ocean views from the full wraparound deck or cozy up in Texas city-themed bedrooms. The gourmet kitchen is perfect for making memories with spacious living areas featuring comfortable seating, board games, and a TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More

Welcome to Yellow Rose by Bolivar Vacations – A True Texas Gem by the Sea. Kick back at Yellow Rose, a beachfront escape blending Texas charm with coastal comfort. Located in quiet Gilchrist and just steps from the sand, this spacious retreat sleeps 12 and features a gourmet kitchen, wraparound deck with ocean views, and an outdoor entertainment area with a grill and bar. Inside, enjoy three inviting bedrooms—including a fun bunk room—and high-speed Wi-Fi for easy relaxation and connection.

KEY FEATURES:
☀ Sleeps up to 12 – 3 bedrooms, including 2 King suites and a large bunk room
☀ 3 full bathrooms – 2 private ensuites and 1 hallway bath
☀ Beachfront location – just steps to the Gulf
☀ Full wraparound deck with front-row ocean views
☀ Downstairs entertainment zone with bar, grill, and outdoor shower
☀ Fully equipped gourmet kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances
☀ Cozy living area with board games, smart TV, and comfy seating
☀ Pet-friendly (2 dogs max, with fee)
☀ High-speed Wi-Fi throughout
☀ Located in the quiet and peaceful Gilchrist community

☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆
Two king bedrooms each feature a private ensuite bath and cozy Texas-themed decor. The third bedroom is a family favorite with two twin-over-full bunks and a separate queen bed—perfect for the kids or a full crew of friends.

☆☆ BATHROOMS ☆☆
Three full bathrooms offer convenience for groups, including two ensuite baths for added privacy and a shared hallway bath near the living spaces.

☆☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆☆
The gourmet kitchen has everything you need to cook like a pro—from stainless appliances to granite counters and all the cookware essentials. Dine indoors with plenty of table space or fire up the charcoal grill downstairs for open-air meals.

☆☆ OUTDOR LIVING ☆☆
Soak in the views from the expansive wraparound deck—sunrise in front, sunset in back. Downstairs, you'll find a spacious entertainment area with a built-in bar, grill, outdoor shower, and ample seating. Whether you're hosting happy hour or rinsing off after a beach day, the outdoor setup is made for memory-making.

★☆ Book Today & Experience Coastal Luxury at Yellow Rose! ☆★

* Age Requirement – The minimum age to book this property is 25 years old. We do not accept reservations from individuals under 25. A valid ID may be required at check-in to verify age compliance.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

522363

About the area

Map
Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 57 min drive - 50.2 km
  • Port of Galveston - 58 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 58 min drive - 51.7 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Down Under-Bar and Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. High Island Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

3BR Beachfront Retreat | Gulf Views, Wraparound Deck, Sleeps 12, Pet-Friendly, & More Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten P.

Excellent - 5 Stars

We will be back! Such a great location and layout for a fun and relaxing get away for a family. The closeness to the beach allowed us to easily haul all our beach toys without the experience being pained by a long walk. The house was clean and had all the amenities needed to take care of a family for meals, entertainment, and sleeping arrangements. Looking forward already to our return!
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10/10 Excellent

ica t.

Excellent - 5 Stars

Other than the unit is clean and complete with their amenities ( kitchen, laundry bathroom) the big + factor is the location which is beachfront.. So relaxing that kids stayed the whole day in the shore.

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

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

Wonderful time

Perfect location great time. But key pad did not work so we used the back up key. The shower downstairs is perfect. But the handle needs fixed.We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

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

Spring Break

We greatly enjoyed our stay for spring break! We missed the busy weeks and basically had the beach to ourselves. The house was very clean and the deck had gorgeous views. We locked ourselves out one day and they were quick to come help. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Fall break at the beach

Awesome location! Beautiful powder sand and the house was very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Luke K.

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

Amazing Time!!!

This is our second stay at Bolivar Peninsula. This location was almost impossible to beat! Direct access to the beach spoiled us with the ability to get the best out of this rental while also enjoying the beach all the time. Great overall experience and will absolutely go back. The kids loved it, the surf fishing was awesome, and the house was comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shantrell M.

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

Great stay!

Beautiful property! Neat and clean, views were breathtaking. Will definitely book this property agaIn.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

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

Jordan family vaca

We enjoyed our stay even with all the rain we still have plenty of great times!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Great Stay and house!

Had a great time. House was in a perfect location and very nice and had everything we needed. Will definitely book again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved how this house was in such a peaceful space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

Yellow Rose

The beach house and service were outstanding.

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

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

Location is spectacular

The location could not be any better - the view is amazing. The house was well appointed and had everything that we needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adriana B.

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

It was a great place and we would be to go back!

We loved our stay! It is a beautiful property and a wonderful location. It is awesome for a toddler and they are well setup to accommodate children! It was a wonderful experience and we very much enjoyed our time! We are looking forward to returning in the future. This was the cleanest property we've ever stayed at using VRBO and was cleaner than most hotels we've stayed at! It was accommodating for our fur babies too. The check in process was a little rough because the door lock code didn't work but the management company was quick to respond and we were able to get into the property and enjoy the rest of our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ladon D.

Excellent - 5 Stars

The place was wonderful and we had a super great time!!!

10/10 Excellent

Joni J.

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

Steps from the beach!

We loved being so close to the beach and we also enjoyed the wonderful deck! The living room has plenty of seating so we were all able to hang out and enjoy time together!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Fantastic Stay

Can’t wait to go back! The rental was in a beautiful location, very well maintained and stocked with everything we needed to cook, hangout, and relax while watching the ocean.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Perfect Stay

Our family cannot say enough about the Yellow Rose! It was perfect for our family! Had everything we needed for cooking and the location to the beach being steps away was so nice! The house was very clean. The porch sitting was a favorite! We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Leesa M.

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

Gilcrest Vacay

We all loved the beach house! It was on the beach, clean, beautiful, spacious and all the amenities we needed. Beds very comfortable, awesome deck, plenty of parking space. I would recommend this beach house to everyone😁❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

Wonderful place to vacation

This was our second stay with Bolivar Vacations and just as the first time, we really enjoyed being there. The Yellow Rose is beautiful and well stocked with many necessities. The beachfront view is beautiful. It was a nice, quiet peaceful experiences. We will be back. Thank you Bolivar Vacations!

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Great stay!

We had a group of 11. Plenty of room and everything was just as advertised. Right on the beach, and great sunsets from the balcony. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

deborah k.

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

Beautiful home and amazing

Beautiful home very well-maintained. Everything you need in the kitchen. Everything you need for the bathrooms. The views are amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

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

Best Beach House

Best location! Clean house! Room for everyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Heavenly

Great time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

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

Great

It was perfect for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige G.

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

Loved it!

Clean house and great spot on the beach. Would definitely come back here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023