Title: Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat - 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 # Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat Beachfront cottage for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat (Port Bolivar)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108200000/108195100/108195009/6ff04c62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat (Port Bolivar)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108200000/108195100/108195009/72be627c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat (Port Bolivar)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108200000/108195100/108195009/66cb56c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat (Port Bolivar)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108200000/108195100/108195009/b1442484.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior - Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat (Port Bolivar)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108200000/108195100/108195009/afba6c2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91291 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat Beachfront cottage for sun and fun A garden, barbecue grills, and free self parking are available at this smoke-free cottage. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Guests can appreciate conveniences like 2 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include bathtubs. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Private beach nearby - Beach towels ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Free crib - High chair ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Fee: USD 129.67 per accommodation per stay - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![House, 4 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19510000/19507600/19507506/a0803ba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shore Relaxin' 4 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Crystal Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=19507506&PinnedHotelID=19507506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 3 Bedrooms | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57490000/57485500/57485433/e55bea92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serendipity Shore 3 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Crystal Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=57485433&PinnedHotelID=57485433&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96720000/96716000/96715904/d5ac0068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### #justawavin' 3 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Crystal Beach - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=96715904&PinnedHotelID=96715904&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88220000/88216600/88216551/a723ef79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunrise Paradise 3 Bedroom Home by RedAwning Crystal Beach - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Gym [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=88216551&PinnedHotelID=88216551&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119080000/119079100/119079034/2eb68d80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Enchanting Gulf front condo w/spacious balcony, kitchen, shared pool & hot tub Stewart Beach - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=119079034&PinnedHotelID=119079034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113030000/113024300/113024254/w2839h1597x1y0-0adb1ce4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Heated Pool & Hot TUB! 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### Property is also known as Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat Hot Tub + Bay Views ## About the area Located in Port Bolivar, this cottage is on the beach. Gilchrist Beach and Crystal Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. 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