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Bonita Vista: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 13

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A two-story house with a balcony on the upper level, a staircase leading to the second floor, and a dirt road in the foreground.
A multi-story building with balconies and a staircase.
An empty wooden deck with benches and a railing, overlooking a body of water.
A two-story building with a balcony on each floor, wooden railings, and a staircase connecting the levels.
A beach view from a wooden deck overlooking a sandy beach and ocean.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Crystal Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gilchrist, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Bolivar Beaches
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Bonita Vista: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 13

You'll love the stunning views of the beach and bay from this lovely beachfront home. Bonita Vista features a huge mezzanine party deck to relax or entertain with a breeze and plenty of shade, in addition to an upper level wraparound deck. Enjoy both the sunrise and sunset from this home located in a quieter part of the Bolivar Peninsula. You are just steps from the beach to enjoy the sun, shell hunting, or fishing!

The great room offers comfortable furniture, separate dining table, and island seating. You will also love the well-stocked kitchen with all the appliances and cookware you will need (including a regular drip coffee maker). There is also a washer and dryer for your convenience!

Bonita Vista offers three bedrooms plus a roomy loft, 2 bathrooms, and an outdoor shower. Bedrooms one and two have one queen bed in each. The third bedroom has two full size beds. The loft utilizes traditional stairs, and features 5 twin beds - it is a great separate space for the kids to sleep and hang out! All bedrooms and the loft have televisions with DirecTV.

There is no internet available, so you will need to bring a “hot spot” if Wifi is a must-have, but it's a great location for spending time together with family and disconnecting from the world.
With room for everyone inside and out, we know you will love your vacation at Bonita Vista!

Small dogs (under 35 pounds) are welcome with a fee. Cargo lift is not available for guest use. All Swedes Real Estate vacation rentals are non-smoking properties. Swedes does not rent to guests under 25 years of age.
The homeowner does not provide linens and towels, but, if you choose, they are available upon request from our linen service (additional fee applies).
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after noon
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 830864
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Port Bolivar

Located in Port Bolivar, this vacation home is near the beach. Fort Travis Seashore Park and Pink Dolphin Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. With jet skiing, windsurfing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • High Island Beach - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Stingaree Marina - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Port Bolivar Beaches - 37 min drive - 36.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mamma Mia’s Italian Bistro - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bonita Vista: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 13 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bonita Vista: beachfront, bay views?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bonita Vista: beachfront, bay views on Sep 20, 2026 start from $221, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bonita Vista: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 13?

Check-in begins at noon.

What time is check-out at Bonita Vista: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 13?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bonita Vista: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 13 located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Gilchrist Beach and Crystal Beach. High Island Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 29 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even though there are some upgrades that need to be dome ( it is for sale though) we had a very good time. The house was located right on the beach and was clean and quiet. Wish it had WiFi but other than that, five stars!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany H.

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

Perfect Location!

We really enjoyed our stay here! There is a whole second deck I wish we were prepared to use. The kids enjoyed the loft space upstairs. You cannot beat the beach access and location. We were able to grab food, get souvenirs and hit the candy shop all within a quick drive. Not a modern vibe, very homey and dated but we didn't mind that. If you want to be right at the beach for a good value, this is a great option.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Labor Day Bonita Vista Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was large and very comfortable. Lots of space on the decks with large captain chairs on the top deck with greats views of ocean and bay. Everything worked well in the unit and great spot for large families and friends. Definitely would book unit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Great House

Everything was as described. Plenty of room to hang out and the closeness of the beach was worth every bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Joseph G.

Perfect location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was great and the overall experience was good. The cabin could have been cleaner. I would stay again, based on the views and proximity to beach.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

bates t.

DISAPPOINTED

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: GREAT LOCATION, HOUSE NEEDS ATTENTION, MOLD IN THE LAUNDRY ROOM, NEEDS EXTERMINATED ROACHES, RENTAL WAS NOT CLEAN VERY DISAPPOINTING MATTRESS PROTECTORS NEED TO BE THROWN AWAY , BLANKETS ARE DIRTY
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Heather N.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
To access the house you have to drive over 8 miles away to get key and return the key. They do not provide paper towels or toilet paper. House was super dirty and had an awful smell. They did send someone over to try and clean that helped a little with the smell. Had to buy candles and room spray to be inside. Mattress covers, pillows, and comforters were stained and almost unusable. Spent half the time there washing the blankets. Charge of 125 plus tax for linens and towels! Not even a kitchen or bathroom hand towel provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Kourtney S.

Nice housw

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loves staying at this house. The location is awesome. The master room doesn’t really cool down even at night but I have no complaints really. We really enjoyed it.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Lindsay G.

Beautiful views, dirty house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location and views for this rental are amazing. They have the most unbelievable views, and the staff at Swedes was great as always. The owner double booked so that was awkward when a family showed up and told us we needed to leave. Swedes handled everything though. I was a little nervous knowing that other people had the key to a house we were staying in for days though. The house needs a very deep cleaning. My grandson was covered in white hairs the entire trip. The furniture feels dirty, in fact my son broke out in hives when he sat on it. The footstools are hard to open and then will just pop open unexpectedly too. We covered all of the furniture with sheets so we could sit on them, the white sheets came up brown when uncovering them.The flooring is borderline dangerous for baby’s/toddlers because there are big gaps in it.The vacuum does not hardly work, and the air vents drip water onto the couch. The house needs a major update.I really loved the location and just wish the house didn’t feel so dirty. When you spend the kind of money you spend on these rentals you expect a clean house and floors that are not separating at the very least. Do not rent if you have a young child or you need a comfortable bed to sleep. All beds are extremely uncomfortable. There are also mouse traps under the beds and we found mouse poop on the stair to the loft.Also if you want deck gates don’t rent this place. Even though the pictures show them the top one does not latch and the second deck does not have one at all. I will not rent this house ever again, sucks since the location and views are so great. I really feel I deserve a partial refund for this house because it was not worth what we paid at all since you could not relax inside.
Verified

8/10 Good

Dane D.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
House was not super clean but the location was great and not as crowded as other parts of the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie C.

Bonita Vista

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We visit the peninsula 3-5 times a year.. we have stayed in several beach houses on the beach and on the Bay.. the location and the views of Bonita Vista were magnificent!! Literally 10 feet from the beach!! The home does need some serious TLC.. a deep clean, there was a strong smell of mold in the master bedroom.. we could not use it.. but overall we were happy and would stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peggy T.

Amazing View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a super place to stay. It was easy to book. Staff was pleasant. Place was spacious enough for all of us. Kids has a terrifice time. The view was awesome. Will definately book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Alexia O.

Complete Mix Up

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very unhappy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our beach house rental was mistakenly given to another family. We had 2 options, cancel our rental or stay at theirs. Management could have cared less, maintenance guy was frantically trying to sort out mix up. At check out I explained AGAIN what happened and I was promised a call from management.... still waiting.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Many, LA

Bonita Vista Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved location, walked down stairs right onto the beach! Not much traffic or people around us. Had a great time!
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Karen R.

Uncleaned

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was pretty dirty when we arrived. Pet hair on the furniture. Swede's did send someone out to clean the pet hair. But there was also pet food on the floors, dead roaches, cigarette ashes in one of the rooms, live roaches crawling on the walls, and mold upstairs. And also the coffee maker was dirty and rusted. And they had flooring piled up by the front door. But it was a beautiful view. Will not be staying there again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Traci B.

Great location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We’ve rented several vacation homes on Bolivar. We decided to stay away from the heart of Crystal Beach and it was a great decision! The beach was never too crowded and the deck under Bonita Vista is amazing!!! The only complaint was that the home has carpet. Thank you Swede’s for a great vacation!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Edith V.

Great time at Bonita Vista

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is in a great location, right in front of the beach. The only reason I'm giving 3 stars is because the refrigerator was not cold at all and needs to be replaced and the ac struggles to get cold. It took a long time to cool down. I set it at 73 and stayed at 77 until 3am did it get to 73. I know because I couldn't sleep it was to hot. It also has a lot of clutter, things little ones get into. We enjoyed our time there as a family but will not be renting this cabin again. I don't usually write reviews but people need to be aware especially because it cost me a bit of money to rent it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Awesome Weekend at Bonita Vista!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at Bonita Vista. The views were fantastic, and being right on the beach was great. Bonita Vista was extremely comfortable and clean, The property description was accurate and the property management team was great, check in and out was easy and quick.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Matt L.

Neglected!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have rented this house before, but this will be the last time. The house is very neglected. It has several loose boards on the steps. The AC is bi-polar. The kitchen is poorly stocked with pots and pans, mixing bowls, etc. The coffee pot, well lets just say it needs to be retired or buried. We went to our RV down the road and brought our own for the weekend. The grass wasn't mowed before we arrived, good thing we had teenagers and not small children. The driveway has a large washout. Overall, it's a one start rating at best.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Would not rent again

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home is very dirty including dishes and appliances, bedding, carpet, pet hair embedded throughout very old carpeting and furnishings. Seems owner occupied and not professionally cleaned. Not managed like a vacation rental but rather staying in someones home that hasnt been professionally cleaned. We have rented mumtiple times from Swedes and this is very subpar for a Swedes rental. The location and view are great.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Billy B.

Bonita Vista

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was not completely clean, A/C don't blow good A/C filter needs replaced, several lights burned out, upper floor porch lights do not work, Refrigerator has a odor when you open the door, I'm not one to complain but this needs to be addressed for future renters
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

The listing was 100% accurate. Positives - great beach location and absolutely loved the decks. The house was solid / cared for and everything worked. Negatives - I felt it could have been cleaned a little better - crumbs on the kitchen chairs, etc. especially with COVID. I also believe all comforters and pillows should be replaced and/or washed between guests - again especially with COVID. I sani-wiped every single surface down anyway. Had a slight smoke smell but it wasn't unbearable. Dishes are not in good shape as far as cookware so you might want to bring your own. There was old trash washed up under the house and in the yard from the hurricane. Would've been nice if this had been picked up prior to our arrival - we picked up as much as we could. Overall though, a great trip and we would stay again. Note to renters in the area - Please do not leave trash on the beaches! I spent 3 mornings picking up trash from the night before - diapers, beer bottles, water bottles. Signs should be put in place along the beach as a reminder to people "Don't Mess with Texas! Pick up your trash!" Or start fining people large sums of money. Just a suggestion.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

This house and location is awesome. You are right on the beach.

It was so easy to rent and turn in the keys to this property. The stay was very good. Clean house and the beach is at your door.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 9, 2020
Thank you for your review ! We hope you will stay with us again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda C.

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

Spacious Beach Front view

This beachfront house was the last minute weekend getaway for our family. 3 Bd (with an additional loft of 5 twins) 2Bath was able to give us plenty of space for adults and teens. It was nice to walk directly to beach for wading, fishing, etc. and back to the house for meals,etc. The beach was not overly crowded and the house did not have immediate neighboring houses so we had a little space compared to other places we’ve stayed at Bolivar. We did pay the extra fee for sheets and towels provided by a service. This place is also pet friendly so we were able to bring our 2 small dogs.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

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

Perfect location and a perfect home for a group of 10-13 people

Amazing weekend. Amazing views. The home is very comfortable will book again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

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