Title: A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 Vacation home on the beach, with water park ## Photo gallery for A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 ![Outdoor dining - A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 (Gilchrist)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92320000/92318300/92318204/w1920h1276x0y2-8b9d4bd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi - A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 (Gilchrist)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92320000/92318300/92318204/656c6acd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 (Gilchrist)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92320000/92318300/92318204/27302b0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 (Gilchrist)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92320000/92318300/92318204/5a6df85a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 (Gilchrist)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92320000/92318300/92318204/d67a1474.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the serene Gilchrist area of Bolivar Peninsula, A Cool Change offers a 1300 square foot beach house haven. Take in unobstructed views from the porch or mezzanine level and enjoy a short walk to the beach. This cozy retreat features high-speed internet, USB outlets, an outdoor shower and fish cleaning sink for your convenience. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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. You will also find a gas grill (propane may need to be filled). 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 amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113610000/113608500/113608464/6953b200.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New! 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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 2899-249794 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.51797%2C-94.47504&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nCZQzEdRJfefi0R2wymfTjSzxc0=) Gilchrist, TX #### What's nearby - Crystal Beach \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Gilchrist Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - University of Texas Medical Branch \- 58 min drive \- 51.7 km - Strand Theatre \- 61 min drive \- 53.5 km - East Beach \- 61 min drive \- 54.3 km #### Restaurants - ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive - ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬2 min drive - ‪Gulfway Grill - ‬10 min drive - ‪Macho's - ‬12 min drive - ‪Curtis jam session - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8? ### What time is check-out at A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8? ### Where is A Cool Change: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Gilchrist, Sleeps 8 located? ## Have a question? 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