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4 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets

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7.8 out of 10
Good

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14219 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

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

Beautiful, dog-friendly home with decks & amazing views - walk to beach & bay

Emerald Sunset

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Make the most of your next trip to the Bolivar Peninsula at this lovely, secluded home within walking distance of the beach! Spend your afternoons admiring the view of the bay, relaxing on the furnished decks, and enjoying the summer breezes and sunsets with friends and family. This home is wonderfully secluded in the small town of Gilchrist on the Bolivar Peninsula, across the highway, and within walking distance from the beach. You can easily discover everything this area offers, including local restaurants and shops, the Smith Oaks Sanctuary for some birdwatching, and the community of Crystal Beach 10 miles west. Fun Spot Water Slide is a short drive away, offering amusement for the whole family. Galveston Island makes a great day trip, where you can check out the newest exhibits at Moody Gardens before flying down the water slides at the Schlitterbahn Waterpark.

You'll never want to leave as soon as you enter this beautiful home. Enjoy plenty of indoor and outdoor space for everyone to spread out, large bedrooms with plush beds that ensure a great night's sleep, and a full kitchen where you can prepare your favorite home-cooked meals

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Security camera details: **Please note, this home has a camera on the front of the unit that is active 24/7 that covers the parking area. It is for security.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Texas

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,358 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 25 lbs each.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

41218
Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

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Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Gilchrist Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • High Island Beach - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 16 min drive - 17.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Fantasea BBQ & Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pop's Beach Boil - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, dog-friendly home with decks & amazing views - walk to beach & bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, dog-friendly home with decks & amazing views - walk to beach & bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, dog-friendly home with decks & amazing views - walk to beach & bay?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, dog-friendly home with decks & amazing views - walk to beach & bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Port Bolivar vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Gilchrist Beach and Crystal Beach. High Island Beach and Stingaree Marina are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Beautiful, dog-friendly home with decks & amazing views - walk to beach & bay Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 24 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10

Emerald Sunset was a great house with a great location for beautiful sunsets and beach access. The organization of the kitchen was poor but functional. We also ran completely out of toilet paper. Comfortable sleeping a accommodations. .
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6/10

The location is GREAT!! We absolutely loved the proximity to both the bay and the beach! Got to watch dolphins swim one morning on the bay side, that was a treat! And there was hardly anyone at the beach, so we practically had it to ourselves! The house overall was pretty accommodating, loved all the decks! But there were some basic functions, like doors not closing, bed sheets not available, lack of towel racks in the bathrooms, water pressure, etc that put a damper on the stay. If these things could be fixed, it would be an amazing stay!

2/10

We booked this house for labor day a found this location, which was actually a GREAT location! The house on the other hand was a disaster.....we had broken pipes flooding the downstairs, and dumping water all over our stuff!!! Toilets not working, roof leaking and not lights downstairs or down the stair case.....literally a safety hazard!! Upon arrival it looked like a construction site with construction debris around the down stairs and dirt surrounding. If you risk staying at this rental you better bring kitchen utensils. The layout of the house was great and the furniture had a western feel.....the problem was that the sliding doors did not slide, lights did not work, there is a major bug problem in the laundry room, the deck has speratic nails sticking up, construction debris around the house and honestly this house was not ready to have guest rent it and pay what it cost. I can assure you that the management company would come after a renter if the property was left the way we walked in. We contacted the management company (Vacasa) all weekend!!! They acted like they had never seen the property and were surprised about our findings....that told me they had never been to the rental. I am actually engaged with legal counsel for a partial refund and this house does not meet the minimum standard. Let me know if you want pictures if you doubt my review. Vacasa and VRBO should do better for their rental customers.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10

This house was exactly what we needed. Just enough rooms for all the adults and we were able to sleep all the kids on the top floor. It’s far enough into Caplen that we could avoid the zoo but close enough that a trip to the big store was still a quick shot. The huge yard was also great considering how close houses are to each other in CB now. We will be coming back soon!
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8/10

This is a perfect location for a peaceful getaway. The view is amazing from every floor in the house and the porch swings was very nice touch. Just make sure you bring a few young people with you, the kitchen is on the top floor, so you have 3 flights of stairs to tore groceries! Definitely will book again!
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10/10

We loved our stay at Emerald Sunset. The place is in a great location and is in impecable condition. Beautiful sunsets from the many balcony decks and is very private. Conveniently located to the many restaurants on bolivar with beach access directly across the street . Highly recommended
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10/10

This is our family’s go-to summer vacation beach getaway. This year we were so surprised at ALL the upgrades! The outdoor bars, swings on patio, outdoor TV’s. The whole house received a makeover with the fresh paint job, new oven and so much more. We slept 5 families with their babies comfortably. The sunsets on the porch are always so beautiful. The beach right across the street is perfect! I love the location as the beaches are not crowded and the restaurants and grocery stores are a short drive up the road. Definitely try Stingaree Restaurant! We already can’t wait to go back!!

8/10

Plenty of room for a very large family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10

We enjoyed our stay at the house. It was perfect for what we had in mind.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10

It's been said before, location, location, location is the best. This is the place for a fun getaway and great beach activities far from the crowds. Almost a private beach.
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6/10

We enjoyed our stay. It was comfortable and the view was lovely. - We did have a few issues with the wifi. The first day we only had wifi a couple of hours, after the storm we didn’t have wifi at all for the whole remainder of the stay. It was understandable but still a let down since we weren’t able to use the televisions even when we were stuck indoors due to the rain. - The floors were dirty and dusty, and there were maggots all in the windowsills. We were told the house was being thoroughly cleaned which is why we had to wait til 4pm to get in that day, but when we showed up there were even bottles under the couches. A few more things regarding cleanliness but aside from that we were thankful to the customer service reps., and we spoke to Mason who was a big help. We have booked before with Vacasa and staff is always so helpful. We hope our comments help better future services. We loved the house and would genuinely like to come back again, but would like to see a few more changes. Thank you all!!

10/10

We needed a home stay for 11 relatives to stay together. This was a beautiful home, with relaxing views, and close to the beach for fun with the teenagers. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
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2/10

Do you love a good adventure? Does living on the edge give you thrills? This is the house for you!! From rusty nails and missing railing on the second and third floor decks, to loose tiles and leaks pouring through ceilings- this house will keep you on your toes! And if that isn’t enough danger for you- wait! There is also mold and mildew everywhere! Still not sold?? This house also offers roaches and used feminine hygiene products from previous renters laying on the floor! I know what you are thinking, “this sounds too good to be true!” We couldn’t believe it either! And some added thrill seeking bonuses: spotty internet, missing lightbulbs and outlets that don’t work! If you love sand as much as us, you will love the lack of broom and other basic cleaning supplies! And nothing says “outdoor shower” better than a hose bib that reaches approximately the bellybutton of your average 8 year old! Planning on cooking? Be prepared for some of the biggest thrills of your whole vacation! This house comes equipped with food caked dishes, bowls full of debris and bugs, and dull knives. Not a single potholder either- just imagine the rush of pulling a roast out of that oven! When you get ready to wash your clothes, one thing you should know is the dryer is decorative only. But fear not! You can hang your laundry on one of those rusty nails to dry them in the coastal breeze! If none of this sounds adventurous enough for you, give them a call or text (or both)! Nothing keeps you on the edge of your seat more than waiting for a return call that never comes!

6/10

The dryer had no ON knob, so it did not work nor did the jetted tub in the master bath, .there was a condom wrapper by the night stand in the loft and hairs on the bed when we got there and there was a wad of toilet paper in the master toilet that was to big to flush and many lightbulbs throughout the house didn’t work..
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
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10/10

The location and the view🔥

10/10

Great experience, maintenance came quickly on a water issue and it was fixed. Great views, further from the beach than I thought, but it is still close. Recommend bringing additional cooking utensils if you plan to cook a lot.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

4/10

The first night there was ok but the lightning outside didn't work...it was really dark going down the stairs. Second night toilet back up. The next day plumbing went crazy. Keep looking!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

4/10

poor lighting, stairs shaky , the fridge not in good shape. The best part was that it was close to the beach. And the whirlpool tub not working. It does have nice outside grill and table. My grandma came and was very hard for her to go up and down the stairs she ended up sleeping on the couch.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
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10/10

The house is awesome and the view is incredible. I highly recommend anyone looking for a beach getaway to stay at this home.

2/10

The pictures make this s cabin look great. In actuality it's not clean and needs lots of repairs. I was very excited to see this property but I was disappointed. The elevator for luggage almost cut me in half. We talked to property management. They never sent anyone to disable are put signs showing the danger. All they could do is try to play it off that it was my fault. I will never recommend Vacasa to anyone. I hate to write a bad review but it's needed. With a little work it could be great. And hire a new cleaning service cause they do a horrible job.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10

We loved this beach house! Everything worked and it was just a fantastic location for kids to play and parents to hang out. Very, very nice!
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10/10

This was a very spacious home to accommodate my family of 12. Very comfortable beds, beautiful balcony scenic views with large patios great for family gatherings. We Cant wait to go back!
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10/10

We had a wonderful time at Emerald Sunset! Can't wait to return! Beautiful home, very spacious. Amazing views of ocean, along with the bay's gorgeous sunsets! Very nicely furnished, with all the amenities. Secluded feeling which is an extra bonus and plenty of parking. I highly recommend Emerald Sunset!