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Private Beachfront Rental on Bolivar Peninsula – Clean, Quiet & Steps to Sand

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On the beach
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8115 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Gilchrist Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Crystal Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • High Island Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Port Bolivar

When you a stay at this vacation home in Port Bolivar, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Gilchrist Beach and Crystal Beach. .This beach vacation home is 25.8 mi (41.6 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 26 mi (41.9 km) from Port of Galveston.

What's nearby

  • Gilchrist Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • High Island Beach - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 17 min drive - 18.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pimpin On Crystal Beach!! - ‬7 min drive
  • Curtis jam session

About this property

Entire place

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

Private Beachfront Rental on Bolivar Peninsula – Clean, Quiet & Steps to Sand

Shore Beats Work – Private Beachfront Home on Bolivar Peninsula
Unmatched Ocean Views • Clean & Comfortable • Pet-Friendly

Welcome to Shore Beats Work, your private slice of paradise on the Bolivar Peninsula — a pristine beachfront home with unobstructed ocean views from every room and direct access to the sand just steps from your door.

Located in one of the quietest areas of the peninsula, this clean, spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath beach house is ideal for families, couples, birders, or remote workers seeking a relaxing Gulf Coast escape.

Wake Up to Ocean Views
Every room in the house offers stunning sunrise and beach views, including the open-concept living room and kitchen. Lounge on the wraparound sofa, stream a movie with blazing-fast Starlink Wi-Fi, or gather for board games while the sound of the waves rolls in through the windows.

Cook, Dine, and Unwind in Style
The fully stocked kitchen features stainless steel appliances, an oversized island, and plenty of counter space — perfect for prepping fresh-caught fish or family-style meals. Enjoy your meals at the large dining table, at the island’s barstools, or outside on the covered beachfront deck for true dine-with-a-view moments.

Comfortable Bedrooms for Every Guest
• Master Suite: King bed, private bath, TV, panoramic ocean and bay views
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed, TV, ceiling fan, ocean views
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed + twin/twin bunk set, TV, ceiling fan, ocean views
All beds are freshly made, and bath towels are provided for your stay.

Pet-Friendly
No need to leave your furry friend behind — small pets are welcome (with fee).

Relax Outdoors, Just Steps from the Beach
Step onto the spacious beachfront deck and enjoy the view from comfortable captain’s chairs — perfect for your morning coffee or evening glass of wine. There’s also a table with four chairs for oceanfront dining with family or friends.

Down below, you’ll find a BBQ grill, picnic table, private outdoor shower, foot rinse station.
A private beach path just 20 feet from the house gives you instant access to the sand and surf.

Starlink WIFI
Inside and out, you’ll stay connected with top-of-the-line Starlink WiFi — powerful enough for remote work, video calls, and streaming, all with the ocean as your backdrop.

Birding & Fishing Paradise
Located in the heart of the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail, this home is a dream for bird watchers and nature lovers. Bring your camera and explore nearby sanctuaries or the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge.
Love to fish? You’re just steps from prime surf fishing, or a short drive to legendary spots like Rollover Pass for redfish, flounder, drum, and more.

Whether you’re here to relax, work remotely, birdwatch, fish, or simply enjoy quality time with loved ones — Shore Beats Work is the perfect beach house for your next Texas Gulf Coast getaway.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,234 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 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 trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
CHECK-OUT: -Check-out time is by 11:00 am -Report any damage to the Manager -Remove sheets from each bed used and leave them on the floor by the bed -Start a load of towels.
-Take all personal items with you. -Turn on the dishwasher before you leave (OK if you start as you leave) -Turn the thermostat up to 75 in Summer and 65 in Winter
-Turn all lights off including outside lights -Bag all trash in plastic bags and put in outside receptacles -Lock the door and return the key to the lockbox TEXT DAVID WHEN YOU LEAVE – 214-769-7695

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Private Beachfront Rental on Bolivar Peninsula – Clean, Quiet & Steps to Sand Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, clean, beautiful location and beautifully decorated. The best rental we have ever stayed in
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tre L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as advertised. Very nice, clean house. Will definitely be back. Never been that close to the beach, very short walk to the sand.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Time

We had a great time being right on the beach. House was clean and spacious so we weren’t cramped in. Took the ferry to Galveston and a little shopping. Everyone enjoyed the ferry ride. David was on top of things when we had an issue in the kitchen. Really enjoyed staying at Shore Beats Work.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carolyn t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful oceanfront view

We absolutely loved sitting on the big covered porch watching the sunrise and sunset! Beachfront property that had everything we needed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location - Nice and quiet
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was very clean, right on the beach and well appointed! Host very responsive and proactive!MLW
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house right on the beach. Everything was as pictured.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This beach house is awesome! It is right on the beach and easy beach access. It is very clean and provides everything you need. The deck is great to sit out and over look the ocean. We will definitely come back here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

R K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Shore Beats Work did not disappoint. Fantastic location right on the beach and a very nice house. Only issue was the mosquitos, but there was even a warning to come prepared with bug spray in the check in instructions! My family had a fantastic time this was just the break we needed. Thank you David!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Every thing was as advertised. Views were wonderful and the beach is a few steps away. House was awesome. Air conditioning worked really well and we always had plenty of hot water. I’ll stay there again in the near future
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

All in 4 nights and 1/2 day stay!

Great vacation and loved being at beachside nearest to gulf. Semi-Privateness of beach was a plus also. Kids enjoyed beach boards and shell searching. Also ferry to Galveston and attractions there as well as restaurants there in Port Bolivar/Crystal Beach. Groceries handy at the Big Store and Dollar General. Loved seeing Pelicans and Seagulls fly over on the front deck and TVs in evening at bedtime. Kids loved feeding the birds bread and donuts! Comfortable rental and would like to return some day! Also 2 of our party did a fishing tour in gulf and we went on Dolphin Boat Tour with the children in Galveston - great for all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property itself was clean and you had most everything you could possibly need. The beds were comfortable and the AC worked well. It also passed the clorox wipe test as I always wipe everything down when we check in anywhere and so that was impressive. BUT the sheets.....they smelled clean but they were stained and that is an ick for me. I had a Super 8 flashback from when I was a kid but this is not super 8 pricing so the sheets need an upgrade but otherwise good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

David was very responsive and the house was wonderful in every way.We will definitely be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Get Away

It was just what we needed to get away from the business of day to day. The house was clean, the location was perfect with a great view. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easter Weekend

Everyone had a great stay and trip. House was just right and as advertised. Will be happy to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just the best place to stay in Bolivar!

We have stayed in Bolivar 3 times now. This is by far our best experience and accommodations. The communication with David was immediate and helpful. Even when our daughter forgot some items in a closet, David was on it right away.We like to leave properties as we find them if not better. We picked up blown in trash from the dunes without stepping in the dunes.We created a path to the beach to help us navigate us (and the neighbors) the best route to the beach, protecting the dunes. The house is well equipped. Everything you could possibly need. Beds are comfortable. The house was spotless.Most of our stay we have the beach, moonrises and sunsets to ourselves.We will make this place our new annual place to stay. Thank you David for making our stay perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C., Manvel. USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Right on the Beach

Really enjoyed our stay. The house is in perfect condition and as close to the water as reasonably possible. Loved the comfy beds. Watched streaming movies each night on the large TV. Great wifi. Sat on the porch watching the birds and the waves. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House, Great View

Loved our stay. Perfect location right on the beach. The house is as described and well maintained. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

M C.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Getaway!

We had an amazing stay at this property! Upon our arrival, we were blown away by the ocean views in such a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere. The house itself was very clean and equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay. The location was the best part—on the beach, allowing us to enjoy morning shelling and walks on the sand.The host was incredibly accommodating and responsive, ensuring that we had everything we needed. If you're looking for the perfect beach getaway, this is the place! I highly recommend this property and we will most definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Vacation

The house is beautiful, well maintained and right on the beach. Breathtaking views of the Gulf of America. Couldn’t have asked for a better vacation home. Looking forward to staying at this property in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Foggy Weather - Fun in the Sand anyway

Grandchildren were on break for Mardi Gras (they live in S. Louisiana) I tried to tell them that they wouldn't be able to swim the first week of March, but they insisted we go. We played games, cooked, made several trips down to the beach. There are a lot of stairs and didn't realize until we had hauled everything up that there was a lift. Sure made leaving easier. The house sounds small when you read the square footage, but it is very roomy and comfortable. Spotlessly clean and freshly painted. Do no hesitate to stay here - can't beat the access to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Overall our family really enjoyed our stay. The home is located right on the beach, you cannot get any better. We really enjoyed the quieter area of Gilchrist, although that may not be for everyone. The home was very nice and had all the amenities we needed. Our only reason for the 4 star review is due to the weather during our stay. We ended up without power for about 2 days, which is something we’ve learned can be common in the area. It definitely complicated things for us. The house only had 1 very dim flashlight. We had to go to the Big Store and buy a flashlight (which were very spendy), lighters, candles, cooler and ice. We lost all our freezer foods. Thankfully the rest of our family hadn’t arrived, otherwise the additional expense of going out to eat would have been a lot.
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

Spacious, right on the beach, and exactly what we were looking for! Coffee on the balcony is the way to start the day!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Break Holiday

Beautiful property and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024