Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101680 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Hot Tub

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Bolivar Peninsula, TX

Bolivar Peninsula1 min walk
Gilchrist Beach3 min walk
High Island Beach7 min drive
Galveston, TX (GLS-Scholes Intl.)66 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Living Room-Sofa sleepers

2 Double Futons

Mater Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The previous owner is a retired seafaring Commander who dropped anchor on Bolivar and rebuilt this modern retreat after Hurricane Ike destroyed their original beach home. The 360 degree ocean and bay water views remind him of his time at sea in the wheelhouse. We hope you enjoy those beautiful views as well.

Sunrises over the Gulf of Mexico from your front porch and Sunsets over Rollover and Galveston Bays from the back porch or the lighted private pier are magnificent. There are redfish, trout, flounder, and crabs to be caught from the 150’ pier. Yachts, sailboats, kayaks, commercial tugs and barges frequent the Intracoastal Waterway just a few hundred yards off this private pier. It is only a short walk out the front of the house to the beach for surf fishing or to Rollover Pass for some of Texas’s best saltwater fishing.

After swimming, sunbathing or shelling on the beach out front, use the outdoor shower and hit the spa/hot tub and deck area back at the retreat. Watch the sunset over the water and distant palms on one of the multiple decks.

The free Ferry to Galveston Island is only a 20 minute drive away where you can enjoy the Pleasure Pier, Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn, The Strand, multiple restaurants, and other activities. The Commander’s Retreat is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the big cities, yet just a short drive if you want to hit Houston, Beaumont, or the casinos in Lake Charles which are just over 2 hours away.

Property manager

Jonathan Allen

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Contact the host for questions

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Pet fee required when bringing a pet

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20

Note from host: Contact the host for questions

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 and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Port Bolivar

Located in Port Bolivar, this vacation home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Bolivar Peninsula and Gilchrist Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Stingaree Marina. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX

What's nearby

Bolivar Peninsula - 1 min walk
Gilchrist Beach - 3 min walk
Crystal Beach - 3 min walk
High Island Beach - 7 min drive
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 57 min drive

Restaurants

Fantasea BBQ & Grill - 9 min walk
Pop's Beach Boil - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views located?

This family-friendly Port Bolivar vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Bolivar Peninsula, Gilchrist Beach, and Crystal Beach. High Island Beach and Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Apr 12, 2024

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

Beautiful location- incredible host.

Wonderful house- looking out at the bay, watching the tugs move all day. Beach located just across the street. Had an issue with the internet- NOT a problem with the house- area wide tower. Host responded promptly, checked into it, kept us updated, and made sure everything was ok when area wide service was restored . Thank you for all your help- and recommendations on what to do!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harold S.

Mar 6, 2024

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

Harold

Great property. Just as pictured and described. The house was clean and accommodating. Communication with the listing agent was great as well. Just a short walk across the street to the beach added to a relaxing getaway. Will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Jan 2, 2024

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

Incredibly Relaxing!

Incredible place. Amazing views. Close enough to find things to do but far enough to be able to relax in peace. Sitting in the hot tub at night listening to the waves was so peaceful. The layout of the house was perfect for the 4 of us allowing each kid to have their own space to get away if they wanted. The living room was spacious enough for us all to enjoy together. Highly recommend this property. Only wish we could have stayed longer!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorry K.

Nov 21, 2023

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

Great fishing

The house was in an excellent location and very comfortable for our family. We will be back

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teesha W.

Nov 12, 2023

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

Awesome Get away

Beautiful home, hubby was happy with the Reds he caught off the private pier.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jonathan Allen

I am a husband to my high school sweetheart, Carrie, and father to our two boys. Carrie and I have been married for 20 years. We grew up in Galveston County and went to school there until we went off to college to attend The University of North Texas in Denton, TX. Since then we have lived in the DFW metroplex and own two small businesses here.

Why they chose this property

Growing up on the Texas coast, I had a love for fishing. Over the last few years before purchasing The Commander's Retreat, I rented it multiple times as a retreat from the busy day to day. I enjoyed waking up with a cup of coffee and watching the sun rise over the beach and ending the day fishing on the pier as the sun sets over the bay. Taking a dip in the gulf on a sunny afternoon and catching Redfish and Flounder right out the back door was an irresistible call back to my childhood.
After having two sons, I wanted to share with them the joys of swimming in the gulf, searching for shells and sea glass on the beach, and kayaking in the bay. I wanted them to experience the satisfaction of sitting on a pier with a fishing pole in one hand and a cold drink in the other.

What makes this property unique

I remember one evening I was fishing as the sun was setting over the gulf. The sky was full of reds, purples, oranges, yellows, and blues. There was a cool breeze blowing and all I could hear was the sounds of the waves hitting the beach and the gentle bay waters hitting against the dock. And, I thought to myself, I would love to own a place like this one day.
Since then I have been blessed enough to be able to buy the very place where I had that thought. I look forward to many years of teaching my boys how to fish and crab from that very dock. I pray that they develop a love for the outdoors and can appreciate some of the simple joys of life like a sunset, fishing, and family.