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Exterior
Steps to beach~Hot Tubt~Beach Retreat

Steps to beach~Hot Tubt~Beach Retreat

Crystal Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"This is a great home with everything you need for a perfect beach vacation. The convenience of having a golf cart was wonderful. We will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Jill B.
Steps to beach~Hot Tubt~Beach Retreat
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Walk to Beach~Golf Cart~King Bed~Bunk beds~Sleeps 14

Walk to Beach~Golf Cart~King Bed~Bunk beds~Sleeps 14

Crystal Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"This was a nice little cabin. Very clean and cold a/c. The host were very nice and great to deal with."
United States
Gary L.
Walk to Beach~Golf Cart~King Bed~Bunk beds~Sleeps 14
Children's area
Hot Tub! | Pets | Game Room | Dec & Jan Specials!

Hot Tub! | Pets | Game Room | Dec & Jan Specials!

Crystal Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (58)
"Definitely recommend this beach house!! Everything was great! Definitely using it again for my next beach trip!"
United States
Anabel
The price is AED 331
AED 1,517 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Hot Tub! | Pets | Game Room | Dec & Jan Specials!
Exterior
Beach Access~Golf Cart~Games~Fire Pit~Beach Chairs

Beach Access~Golf Cart~Games~Fire Pit~Beach Chairs

Crystal Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Great central location and the cabin is beautiful. Highly recommend paying the additional fee from he golf cart it was really nice and added a lot to our trip. "
United States
Bryan H.
Beach Access~Golf Cart~Games~Fire Pit~Beach Chairs
Exterior
Steps from the Beach!

Steps from the Beach!

Crystal Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (59)
"This is a beautiful property, loved everything, good communication, and really enjoyed the balcony and being able to walk right to the beach without having to drive to it and finding a place to park."
United States
Heath
The price is AED 331
AED 1,187 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Steps from the Beach!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Near Marina~Near Beach~Chef Kitchen~Games~Balcony

Near Marina~Near Beach~Chef Kitchen~Games~Balcony

Crystal Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"This is a very clean home and the Host was Amazing."
United States
Thasia F.
The price is AED 153
AED 1,384 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Near Marina~Near Beach~Chef Kitchen~Games~Balcony
Exterior
Cozy Beach House with Game Room, Near the Beach

Cozy Beach House with Game Room, Near the Beach

Crystal Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Loved the house "
United States
tiffany s.
The price is AED 786
AED 2,006 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 January 2026
Cozy Beach House with Game Room, Near the Beach
Terrace/patio
Beach Access~Chef Kitchen~Games~Firepit~Brand New

Beach Access~Chef Kitchen~Games~Firepit~Brand New

Crystal Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"It was quite amazing. We got rained in alittle bit had so much fun at the house and it was absolutely amazing! Won’t go anywhere else. "
United States
Jon F.
The price is AED 187
AED 1,477 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Beach Access~Chef Kitchen~Games~Firepit~Brand New
Children's area
Brand New Home! Beach Views! Sleeps 6! Pets Welcome!

Brand New Home! Beach Views! Sleeps 6! Pets Welcome!

Crystal Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29)
"We had a great time. The pool was very close, the beach a short walk. Perfect size for our family. Would definitely stay here again, when were back in the area."
United States
Teddy R.
The price is AED 343
AED 1,115 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Brand New Home! Beach Views! Sleeps 6! Pets Welcome!
Property grounds
Ocean View~Elevator~PetFriendly~Games~Beach Access

Ocean View~Elevator~PetFriendly~Games~Beach Access

Crystal Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"House was beautiful, amazing ocean views, elevator was easy to use and so helpful checking in and out."
United States
cynthia B.
The price is AED 234
AED 1,628 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Ocean View~Elevator~PetFriendly~Games~Beach Access
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Top Gilchrist Hotel Reviews

Dramatic Ocean Views*Seconds to Beach*3 bdrm House*Sleeps 12

Dramatic Ocean Views*Seconds to Beach*3 bdrm House*Sleeps 12

10/10 Excellent
"The beach house was clean and perfect. Had all the I need yous. Pleasure to deal with and a great view. I will definitely be back. Thank you so much "
Lori B. 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Dramatic Ocean Views*Seconds to Beach*3 bdrm House*Sleeps 12
Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

10/10 Excellent
"Tbis place has a certain amount of charm. The owner’s kid was doing homework behind the counter - hard working family. It’s good to support people like this. "
Louis 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

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Frequently asked questions

What's Gilchrist like for family-friendly vacations?
If you've been thinking about a trip with your kids, the relaxing destination of Gilchrist is a good choice. The beaches, surfing spots, and seafood restaurants are just some of the things that make this an attractive family vacation spot.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Gilchrist?
The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Gilchrist is 55 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Gilchrist?
While you and the family are vacationing in Gilchrist, you might want to check out some of the attractions here such as Stingaree Marina, Gilchrist Beach, and Crystal Beach. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like High Island Beach and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary.