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Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8

Beach holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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Interior
Dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms127 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gilchrist, TX
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, High Island Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Port Bolivar

This holiday home places you steps from Gilchrist Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Crystal Beach. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A TV, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site water park and gym. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. .Attractions in proximity to this Port Bolivar holiday home include Galveston Seawall and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal.
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What's nearby

  • Gilchrist Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • High Island Beach - 5 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 11 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 61 min drive - 54.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gulfway Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Mia’s Italian Bistro - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pimpin On Crystal Beach!! - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8

Welcome to Gone Fishin’, your bright and breezy beachfront retreat in Gilchrist, Texas. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sleeps 8 and offers direct private beach access, stunning ocean views, and all the comforts of home.

Enjoy a spacious open-concept layout with a fully stocked kitchen, leather recliners, smart TVs in every room, and a large ocean-view deck perfect for morning coffee or grilling dinner. Bedrooms include two kings and a family-friendly room with a queen + twin-over-twin trundle. A pack and play with mattress and sheet is provided.

Spend your days relaxing by the sea, rinsing off in the hot/cold outdoor shower, or unwinding on the shaded patio below with a picnic table and loungers. Beach towels, boogie boards, and gear are ready for your use.

Smart lock access, high-speed WiFi, and a discreet outdoor security camera offer comfort and peace of mind. Whether you’re planning a family vacation or a quiet coastal escape, Gone Fishin’ is your perfect Gulf-front getaway.

Note: This home was previously operated as a vacation rental under the name SunDaze with Bolivar Vacations. We are the new owners and are excited to relaunch it with thoughtful updates and the same incredible beachfront setting. While this listing is new, the home has a strong history of welcoming happy guests—and we can’t wait to host you next!

📌 House Rules
• No smoking
• No pets
• No parties or events
• Quiet hours: 10 PM – 8 AM
• Please rinse off sand in the outdoor shower before entering
• A security camera is discreetly installed under the home, facing the parking and entry area, for guest safety

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,363 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Leave used beds unmade
Place all used towels in the shower or bathtub
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8?

Yep, Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8 is a short 3-minute walk from Crystal Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8 have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8 have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8 family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park and laundry facilities, as well as children's dinnerware and travel cots, it's no surprise that Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8 is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8?

No, Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Gone Fishin’ | Bright Beachfront Retreat on the Gulf – Sleeps 8 Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Skip O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleta M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. Really enjoyed the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alberto c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gone Fishing

Improvemt suggested, more coffe/tea/toilet paper.Dispose of expired groceries.Turn on yhe AC to 70-72 before guest arrives, the air in the living room/kitchen was a bit stuffy.Overall we really enjoyed the stay and will keep it in our list doe possible future visits.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025