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Steps to Gulf Hot Tub Fire Pit Outdoor Kitchen Big Yard Family Retreat Sleeps 12
Waterfront holiday home with water park and fitness centre
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 121600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Gilchrist, TX
- Place, Crystal Beach5 min walk
- Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal54 min drive
- Place, Galveston Seawall55 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon
Bunk Room
+1
4 Double Bunk Beds and 1 Double Futon
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Guest Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Outdoor Shower
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Steps to Gulf Hot Tub Fire Pit Outdoor Kitchen Big Yard Family Retreat Sleeps 12
Just steps from a quiet access point to the soft sands of Crystal Beach, this renovated 3BR/2BA coastal home sleeps 12 and welcomes pets.
Designed for warmth, comfort, and easy entertaining, it offers a hot tub, fire pit with Breeo Outpost grilling, three full cooking stations, Starlink Wi-Fi, and a large fenced yard.
A perfect winter retreat for families, groups, and anyone seeking a peaceful Gulf escape.
Property Highlights
30-second walk to a private-feeling Gulf access path
Sleeps 12 across three bedrooms
Pet-friendly with a large fenced yard
Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi
Renovated interior with modern coastal décor
Perfect for winter stays and multi-family trips
Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 12)
2 King beds
4 full-size bunk beds
2 additional twin beds
2-person futon
Ideal for families, teens, and groups sharing space.
Outdoor Living
7-person hot tub
Fire pit with Breeo Outpost grill
Three full cooking stations:
36" Blackstone griddle
ASF smoker/charcoal grill
Breeo Outpost open-flame grill
Deck seating for 12
Porch swings under the house
Outdoor heater
Outdoor shower for beach cleanup
Quiet half-acre yard for games, pets, and stargazing
Chef’s Kitchen & Dining
Quartz counters
Fully stocked cookware + bakeware
Oils, spices, and Texas BBQ rubs
Instant hot induction range
Oversized island with seating
Full coffee bar (multiple brew options)
Indoor dining + outdoor deck dining
Perfect for group cooking, long stays, and holiday meals.
Smart Comforts & Style
Starlink high-speed internet
Three smart TVs
Mood lighting
Washer/dryer
Covered parking for 2 vehicles
Modern coastal décor throughout
Family-Ready Extras
Pack-n-play
High chair
Board games
Easy ground-level beach access
Spacious fenced yard
Everything needed to simplify group or family travel.
Explore Crystal Beach & Beyond
Minutes to local seafood restaurants and beach bars
Fishing charters, dolphin tours, and golf cart rentals nearby
Seasonal festivals and family events
Short drive to the Bolivar–Galveston Ferry for day trips
Why Guests Love This Home
Quiet, uncrowded beach access
One of the best outdoor cooking setups in Crystal Beach
Warm winter hangout spaces (hot tub, fire pit, outdoor heater)
Plenty of room for families, groups, and pets
Comfortable, modern, and built for relaxation
Designed for warmth, comfort, and easy entertaining, it offers a hot tub, fire pit with Breeo Outpost grilling, three full cooking stations, Starlink Wi-Fi, and a large fenced yard.
A perfect winter retreat for families, groups, and anyone seeking a peaceful Gulf escape.
Property Highlights
30-second walk to a private-feeling Gulf access path
Sleeps 12 across three bedrooms
Pet-friendly with a large fenced yard
Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi
Renovated interior with modern coastal décor
Perfect for winter stays and multi-family trips
Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 12)
2 King beds
4 full-size bunk beds
2 additional twin beds
2-person futon
Ideal for families, teens, and groups sharing space.
Outdoor Living
7-person hot tub
Fire pit with Breeo Outpost grill
Three full cooking stations:
36" Blackstone griddle
ASF smoker/charcoal grill
Breeo Outpost open-flame grill
Deck seating for 12
Porch swings under the house
Outdoor heater
Outdoor shower for beach cleanup
Quiet half-acre yard for games, pets, and stargazing
Chef’s Kitchen & Dining
Quartz counters
Fully stocked cookware + bakeware
Oils, spices, and Texas BBQ rubs
Instant hot induction range
Oversized island with seating
Full coffee bar (multiple brew options)
Indoor dining + outdoor deck dining
Perfect for group cooking, long stays, and holiday meals.
Smart Comforts & Style
Starlink high-speed internet
Three smart TVs
Mood lighting
Washer/dryer
Covered parking for 2 vehicles
Modern coastal décor throughout
Family-Ready Extras
Pack-n-play
High chair
Board games
Easy ground-level beach access
Spacious fenced yard
Everything needed to simplify group or family travel.
Explore Crystal Beach & Beyond
Minutes to local seafood restaurants and beach bars
Fishing charters, dolphin tours, and golf cart rentals nearby
Seasonal festivals and family events
Short drive to the Bolivar–Galveston Ferry for day trips
Why Guests Love This Home
Quiet, uncrowded beach access
One of the best outdoor cooking setups in Crystal Beach
Warm winter hangout spaces (hot tub, fire pit, outdoor heater)
Plenty of room for families, groups, and pets
Comfortable, modern, and built for relaxation
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Non-refundable pet fee of $100, max 2 pets
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to 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 rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Port Bolivar
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Pier 21 Theater and Texas Seaport Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Travis Seashore Park and Galveston Seawall. Travelling with kids? Consider Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing adventures can be found near the property.
Gilchrist, TX
What's nearby
- Crystal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 54 min drive - 45.8 km
- Port of Galveston - 54 min drive - 46.2 km
- Galveston Seawall - 55 min drive - 47.3 km
- Galveston Island Beaches - 60 min drive - 52.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - 7 min drive
- Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 7 min drive
- Ocean Grille - 7 min drive
- Dannays Donuts - 7 min drive
- Jayla’s Bar & Grill - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Chris Goulet
Chris and Ana are travel fanatics and love taking their children and animals on adventures. Durning their travels they've learned what makes for a wonderful stay and they have put a lot of thought into the experience you'll have staying at Rayo De Sol.
Why they chose this property
We chose this neighborhood because it represents everything people love about Crystal Beach: wide-open shoreline, uncrowded stretches of sand, friendly neighbors, and a peaceful atmosphere you simply can’t find in the more congested parts of Galveston. This area gives you the feeling of having your own private coastal hideaway while still being only minutes from restaurants, The Big Store, local bars, golf cart rentals, and all the small-town charm that makes the Bolivar Peninsula special.
Our part of the beach is known for being family-friendly, quiet in the mornings, relaxing in the evenings, and easy to access at any time of day. The walk to the sand is short enough that you can come and go freely without loading up a car or worrying about parking. It’s ideal for sunrise strolls, shell hunting, evening fires, and long days spent relaxing by the water. Guests consistently say the location gives them the best of both worlds: convenience without crowds.
What we love most about this neighborhood is how it encourages people to slow down and connect. The sky opens up at night for incredible stargazing. The sound of the waves carries softly across the houses after dark. Families ride golf carts along the beach road, kids play in the yard without traffic noise, and the entire area has a laid-back coastal rhythm that makes it easy to unwind.
Whether you’re enjoying local seafood, exploring the ferry to Galveston, watching dolphins along the shoreline, or simply relaxing under the huge Texas sky, this neighborhood is the perfect backdrop for the kind of beach trips people remember for years.
Our part of the beach is known for being family-friendly, quiet in the mornings, relaxing in the evenings, and easy to access at any time of day. The walk to the sand is short enough that you can come and go freely without loading up a car or worrying about parking. It’s ideal for sunrise strolls, shell hunting, evening fires, and long days spent relaxing by the water. Guests consistently say the location gives them the best of both worlds: convenience without crowds.
What we love most about this neighborhood is how it encourages people to slow down and connect. The sky opens up at night for incredible stargazing. The sound of the waves carries softly across the houses after dark. Families ride golf carts along the beach road, kids play in the yard without traffic noise, and the entire area has a laid-back coastal rhythm that makes it easy to unwind.
Whether you’re enjoying local seafood, exploring the ferry to Galveston, watching dolphins along the shoreline, or simply relaxing under the huge Texas sky, this neighborhood is the perfect backdrop for the kind of beach trips people remember for years.
What makes this property unique
Rayo De Sol stands out because it delivers the kind of indoor-outdoor coastal experience that guests hope for but rarely find in a 3BR home. The walk to the beach is truly just seconds, yet the property feels private, spacious, and designed for groups who want room to gather, cook, relax, and enjoy each other’s company. Very few homes this close to the water offer such a large fenced yard, a full outdoor entertaining setup, and multiple places to unwind in every season.
Our outdoor living space is a major highlight. Guests love the 7-person hot tub, the fire pit with the Breeo Outpost grill, the huge yard for games, the downstairs porch swings, and the outdoor heater that makes winter evenings incredibly comfortable. Even more unique is the three-station cooking setup: a full 36" Blackstone griddle, an ASF smoker/charcoal grill for slow cooks or Texas-style barbecue, and the Breeo Outpost for open-flame grilling directly over the fire pit. For families and group trips, this outdoor kitchen setup becomes the center of everyone’s stay.
Inside, the home feels bright, warm, and thoughtfully updated. The chef’s kitchen includes everything needed for large meals—high-quality cookware, bakeware, spices, oils, utensils, a large island, a full coffee bar, and modern appliances. We added smart home touches to make the stay easy: Starlink high-speed internet, multiple smart TVs, temperature control, and voice-enabled features through Google Home Hub. Families appreciate having a pack-n-play, high chair, games, full laundry room, covered parking, and simple ground-level beach access.
What makes Rayo De Sol truly unique is how effortlessly it brings people together. Whether it’s cooking breakfast on the Blackstone, sharing drinks around the fire pit, watching kids play in the big yard, or enjoying a quiet walk to the Gulf, this home creates moments that feel simple, warm, and memorable—exactly what a great beach retreat should deliver.
Our outdoor living space is a major highlight. Guests love the 7-person hot tub, the fire pit with the Breeo Outpost grill, the huge yard for games, the downstairs porch swings, and the outdoor heater that makes winter evenings incredibly comfortable. Even more unique is the three-station cooking setup: a full 36" Blackstone griddle, an ASF smoker/charcoal grill for slow cooks or Texas-style barbecue, and the Breeo Outpost for open-flame grilling directly over the fire pit. For families and group trips, this outdoor kitchen setup becomes the center of everyone’s stay.
Inside, the home feels bright, warm, and thoughtfully updated. The chef’s kitchen includes everything needed for large meals—high-quality cookware, bakeware, spices, oils, utensils, a large island, a full coffee bar, and modern appliances. We added smart home touches to make the stay easy: Starlink high-speed internet, multiple smart TVs, temperature control, and voice-enabled features through Google Home Hub. Families appreciate having a pack-n-play, high chair, games, full laundry room, covered parking, and simple ground-level beach access.
What makes Rayo De Sol truly unique is how effortlessly it brings people together. Whether it’s cooking breakfast on the Blackstone, sharing drinks around the fire pit, watching kids play in the big yard, or enjoying a quiet walk to the Gulf, this home creates moments that feel simple, warm, and memorable—exactly what a great beach retreat should deliver.
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