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Beachfront | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Game Room

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor dining
Dining
Food and drink

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 28

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub

Explore the area

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Gilchrist, TX
  • Crystal Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Gilchrist Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • High Island Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 28)

The Crab Suite - 2nd floor

+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

The Octopus Suite - 1st floor

+1
4 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

The Sea Horse Suite

+1
4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

The Starfish Suite - 2nd floor

2 Queen Beds

The Turtle Suite - 2nd floor

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beachfront | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Game Room

This stunning Beachfront Estate in the Bolivar Peninsula boasts the most breathtaking and panoramic views of the Gulf as well as sunrises and sunsets from any of its two covered terraces with plenty of room to easily accommodate 28 guests.

The Oceanic Grand was designed for entertaining your whole crew with an arcade game, Xbox console, ping pong, and pool table. Boasting 5 bedrooms and 5 full baths, this two-story home has 3,400 interior heated and cooled square feet and a grand total of more than 5,000 square feet including our two terraces. Come and create memories while winding down in the heavily jetted 7-Person Hot Tub, roasting marshmallows in our Fire Pit, having a drink at the Bar or getting a barbecue going in the beautiful KitchenAid outdoors kitchen.

Luxury meets novelty at this coastal-inspired gem of a beach house. Both the interior and exterior has been given special attention with modern and tasteful Ocean-themed décor perfectly placed throughout the home, each suite has a specific marine animal theme.

Our Beachfront Estate:

The 2-story Oceanic Grand features a downstairs open concept living, gaming, and dining space with a spectacular chef’s kitchen and terrace with Palapa. Upstairs, you’ll find a second covered terrace and large bedrooms with private bathrooms.
FIRST FLOOR:

The Chef’s Kitchen

The spacious, modern kitchen comes with stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar that sits 10. The Kitchen is fully equipped with Chef-grade cooking tools and appliances including two (2) Refrigerators, Kitchen-aid Mixer, Margaritaville smoothie / margarita machine and Keurig Coffee maker. The dining area features a pristine large Oak Table which comfortably sits 12 people. The open concept is absolutely perfect for mingling and conversing during gatherings.

The Grand Living Room

The Grand Living Room features a modern sectional sofa, DVD player, wide variety of table games and a flat screen TV make a comfy spot for hanging out with your crew and have fun.

The Whale Game Room:

This is truly a Whale of a game room, featuring a Ping Pong and Pool table. You will also have fun playing retro games in our Arcade or enjoying our Wall Scrabble and Four in a Row. There is also a 50-inch flat screen TV to watch the game while playing Pool!

The Palapa

You’ll find yourself pulled outside again and again through the glass windows to the beautiful oceanfront palapa overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Relax here in one of our Tall and Sun chairs with a frozen Margarita or a cold Beer while you listen to the sound of the waves against the sand, the call of sea gulls and the view of blue skies Take a deep breath and feel all your stress wash away with the tide. Your can also play a game of foosball or toss bags to the cornhole game board.

The Octopus Suite

Right next to the Whale Game Room, there is a fun-filled suite called – The Octopus – It features a Queen Beds and 4 Full Beds (2 bunk beds) with an XBOX with 2 controllers. and tasteful Octopus themed décor, this suite will be a favorite of the younger crowd. There is a full bathroom next to The Octopus.

SECOND FLOOR:

The Turtle Suite

The spacious Master Bedroom known as – The Turtle – features gorgeous Turtle décor, a King Size bed that overlooks the Gulf, a rocker armchair and a double-sink Master Bathroom with shower and bathtub. You will hardly be able to contain your happiness when you see the spacious room, abundance of natural light and 65-inch flat screen TV in this room.

The Starfish Suite

Right across from the Turtle Suite, there is another expansive bedroom named – The Starfish – with two (2) Queen Beds and a private full bathroom with a large dresser, a desk and 65-inch flat screen TV.

The Sea Horse Suite

On The North Wing of the house, you will find a bright and airy Bedroom – The Sea Horse – with a Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds (2 bunk beds) private full bathroom and closet. The suite is also stylishly decorated with a unique and cute Sea Horse theme.

The Crab Suite

The Crab is a very cozy and spacious bedroom with a Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds (2 bunk beds). Kids and Young adults love to sleep here – Crab Style! With a full bathroom, closet, and the flat-screen TV.

The Bar and Outdoor Patio

Downstairs you will find a 50-inch wood Fire Pit, Full Outdoor Kitchen including Gas Grill and Refrigerator, Bar Area, 7-person Hot Tub, 2 large dining tables, plenty of shaded space to sit, relax, have a great outdoors family BBQ overlooking the Gulf Coast, take a shower when returning from the beach in one of our two outdoor showers.

Luxury and Fun-filled Amenities

The Oceanic is fully furnished with every upgrade you could ask for, including 65” 4K smart HDTV in the living room and Master Bedroom, 50” 4K smart HDTV (most streaming apps available with your subscription) in every bedroom, high-speed WIFI, Dish Network TV, XBOX console, Granite Countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances, Luxury Furnishings & Hybrid Mattresses, Large Oak Dining Table, Keurig Coffee Maker, Margaritaville frozen drink maker, Completely Stocked Kitchen with chef-designed tools for Cooking, Beach Chairs and Umbrellas, Foosball Table, Ping Pong Table, Cornhole game boards, Four in a Row game and Much More.

Property manager

Mark
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
Clean up common areas (including fridge, freezer, and counters) and take trash out to bins.
Clean and start dishwasher.
Clean outside downstairs area.

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 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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Travis Seashore Park and Pink Dolphin Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gilchrist, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gilchrist Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • High Island Beach - 6 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 55 min drive - 40.0 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 56 min drive - 41.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fantasea BBQ & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Down Under-Bar and Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Comeaux's Cuisine - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Beach Boil - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Game Room have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Beachfront | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Game Room pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Game Room?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Game Room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Game Room located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rusty S.

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

Amazing location for family gathering

Our family of 13 had a wonderful time here. The place is very nice and spacious and well prepared for an excellent adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Great beach front

We had a great time! We stayed eight nights and spent a lot of time on the beach and on the decks. We also used the hot tub a lot. Great location for a large group.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige L.

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

Birthday Bash

We had the best time staying at The Ocean Grand for our birthday weekend! The outdoor area was amazing… we were there unless we were sleeping. So close to the beach which made for daily walks!! Would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron T.

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

Absolutely Perfect!

This is our third year to take the team on a trip like this and this house is by far the best we have rented. The play room was a huge hit! The boys spent all their free time playing pool and ping pong rather than being on their phones or TV. The hot tub was enormous and a great feature especially since it was too cold for the ocean. I am so thankful we found this house and hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vipul P.

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

Oceanic Grand

Upon arrival, the first thing our group noticed was the property was very well-cleaned. It was perfect for our large group, with enough space and activities for kids, adults, and teens! We loved the direct beach access and a short walk to the beach with a great outdoor space that was docked with toys and beach items we could think of. The host was very accommodating and helpful with any concerns and questions we had and made our stay extremely comfortable. Would definitely recommend this house to anyone looking for a beach getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regunda T.

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

Amazing beachfront home

It really is just like the photos :) A group of 10 of us (adults with adult children) stayed for the week. The game room was a huge plus for the day it rained. The rest of the trip was sunny and warm and the hot tub was an excellent way to unwind after a day at the beach or after spending the day in Galveston. Being able to bring my grandpup along was a huge plus! Note they a prior reviewer commented on the SC - we didn’t have this issue as we noted there are two units and two thermostats (one upstairs and one down) and they kept us at a perfect temp during our stay. Property owners were communicative and we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN K.

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

Just for you

Everything was nice except grass needed to be mowed and because of that tons of mosquitoes no where to get wood for fire pit and was not told that I would have to get a propane exchange other then that very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mark

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I enjoy living life to the fullest and love providing that same experience for our guest which is why we started Southern Sands Property Management. I went to Texas A&M and grew up in the Houston area. Crystal Beach/Galveston has always been a popular destination for my family and I love that we now get to spend more time in one of the most relaxing places you can; THE BEACH!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests