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A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8120.8 sq m

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Gilchrist, Texas
    Bolivar Peninsula
    1 min walk
    Crystal Beach
    2 min walk
    Gilchrist Beach
    3 min walk
    Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    68 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

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About this property

A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8

Relax on the quiet end of the Bolivar Peninsula at A Cool Change, a 1300 square foot beach house located in the Gilchrist area. Enjoy a completely unobstructed view from the porch or mezzanine level or take a 2-minute walk to the beach. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is perfect for a small gathering or two families.

In the open-concept living/kitchen/dining area, you will find lovely coastal decor and comfortable seating. Enjoy the fully stocked kitchen, including a coffee pot suitable for K-cups or regular drip. There is seating at the kitchen island and separate dining table - great for meals and game nights!

Each bedroom features a king bed, and there is an air mattress available to provide sleeping room for 8. The primary bedroom is equipped with an ensuite bath, as well. For your convenience, high speed internet is provided, and all bedrooms have USB outlets.

A Cool Change features two different levels of deck with beautiful beach views. On the mezzanine level you will find porch swings, games and a picnic table that seats 10. There are deck chairs on the mezzanine as well as the top floor and there are gates that enclose the mezzanine and porch. Downstairs you'll find ample parking, a hot and cold water outdoor shower, foot washing station and a fish cleaning sink.

We sometimes experience power outages at the beach, but at A Cool Change you will not have to worry. This home is set up with a generator that can supply the whole home with power.

Cargo lift is available with additional charge. No pets are allowed. All Swedes Real Estate vacation rentals are non-smoking properties. (Smoking allowed on ground level only) 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).

Property manager

Swedes Real Estate

Languages

English

Amenities

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the area

Port Bolivar

Port Bolivar is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Bolivar Peninsula and Crystal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Stingaree Marina.
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Gilchrist, Texas

What's nearby

  • Bolivar Peninsula - 1 min walk
  • Crystal Beach - 2 min walk
  • Gilchrist Beach - 3 min walk
  • High Island Beach - 6 min drive
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fantasea BBQ & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gulfway Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Beach Boil - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 located?

Situated in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is steps away from Bolivar Peninsula and Crystal Beach. Gilchrist Beach is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Terri K.

A Cool Change
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice home. Freight elevator breaking was a problem with 3 flights of stairs taking our "stuff" in & out. We loved the home, very cozy. The road was a bit noisy.
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

A Cool Change
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 during our stay at A Cool Change. The view was perfect!! The puzzles there kept us busy. The swings on the 2nd floor were a hit! The beach is across the highway, but the entrance is right there and you can walk it. The home was clean and decorated well. Rent the lift! It is 3 floors lolThe home had everything you need. We would definitely recommend this home and stay here again and stay with Swede's again! Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Alanna M.

Amazing!
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: Our family of five stayed in this house and it was PERFECT! The house was beautiful and decorated so cute. All of the amenities were very nice as well. One of our favorite features was the second floor and the porch swings...the view was amazing!
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2/10 Terrible

Hannah W.

Problems with our stay
Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful location across the street from a beach entrance, but our stay had some problems.Gross discovery: Upon check-in, my daughter found dirty men's underwear between the sofa cushions (you have to reach between the cushions to locate the sofa recliner). I contacted management but heard nothing. Sleepless night: The second night, faulty fire alarms blared repeatedly, waking us up. We contacted the after hours number and had to wait for a maintenance person to come. He was kind and helpful but had to disable all the fire alarms in the house to prevent them from going off anymore. Again I heard nothing from property management about either issue we experienced during our stay. Poor customer service not checking in with a customer knowing there were issues with a property in the night. The only communication I've received now are multiple requests to review the property.. so, here it is. We won't be back.
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Lubbock, TX, United States, TX

A cool change
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: Had a wonderful time in this lovely home. The only downside was the street noise, but we got used to that. It is in a quiet, not overly populated area and easy access to the beach. The use of the lift was definitely worth the additional charge.
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

Wonderful!!!
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 our Family Christmas, and it was wonderful. The house is very clean and decorated so nice you have everything you need. Perfet place to stay and enjoy the beach. We will definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

Tara N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Family Vacation Spot!
We had a GREAT time! The beach house was perfect and the location was even better! Great access to the beach and GORGEOUS view! We LOVES it! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Coastal Delight
Our family enjoyed all aspects of this house, especially the well-appointed kitchen and an open seating floor plan. The mid level deck allowed for comfortable swinging and picnicking with views of BOTH the inter-coastal waterways to the rear of the property and stunning views of the crashing waves in front. Extra high chairs on the top deck increased visibility of the beach activities and created wonderful ambiance for nighttime beverages, a cool breeze, and the moon reflecting off the water. While the property is technically across the street from the beach, we still opted for a beach pass so that we could easily load up the kids and the surf fishing gear in the SUV. The house is only about ten minutes away from notable seafood and Mexican restaurants, a number of which include great Cajun fusion meals. Overall, a must stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

A Cool Change is a gorgeous beach house
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: The Beach house was so gorgeous! It looks brand new. It has everything you could possibly need during your stay. The kitchen has everything plus so many extras! The furniture is beautiful and comfortable. The mattresses and sheets were so comfortable. The shower is the best! It has an optional cargo elevator lift you can rent for $100. That was a life saver since the beachhouse is on the 3rd floor. The ocean is across the street but the entrance is directly in front of the house. We brought a side by side so if you have that or a golf cart that is helpful. We will definitely be renting this house again.

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