Title: Shiloh by the Sea - 5 bedrooms, 2 and 1 half bathrooms, sleeps 21 guests. All r - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Shiloh by the Sea - 5 bedrooms, 2 and 1 half bathrooms, sleeps 21 guests. All r Vacation home in Port Bolivar with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99120000/99112700/99112638/715ff55e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99120000/99112700/99112638/2aafdf08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99120000/99112700/99112638/8b3e0968.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99120000/99112700/99112638/adb90af4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99120000/99112700/99112638/159141ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the charm of Shiloh by the Sea, a 130-year-old historical home with modern amenities. This unique abode comfortably sleeps 21 guests and features decks with beautiful vistas, a gazebo, gas and charcoal grills, party lights for dancing under the stars and an outdoor fire pit perfect for s'mores. Enjoy WiFi to stream your favorite shows or take advantage of two free passes to Margaritaville's heated swim-up bar/pool on the peninsula. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 212324 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Beach view - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Shiloh by the Sea - 5 bedrooms, 2 and 1 half bathrooms, sleeps 21 guests. All r Renters Must Be 25 years of age or older to rent. Shiloh by the Sea, is an absolute must to stay for an experience you will always remember! It's a very unique home with all the modern amenities, while preserving the original structure and character. The kitchen is fully modernized to make meal prep easy. The living room area is comfortable with plenty of seating. For your entertainment, this home has WiFi so that you can stream all you favorite TV shows and movies. Built in 1894, this 130-year-old unique historical home, survived the "The 1900 Storm" that destroyed Galveston, and Hurricane Ike that ravished the Bolivar Peninsula in 2008. This two story home has 5 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms. Shiloh by the Sea comfortably sleeps 21 guests. This home is also pet friendly with a $200 non-refundable pet fee. With the entire house being constructed of cedar wood, from floor beams to roof joist, there are to be no open flames inside the house, no grilling on the decks, no fires anywhere near the house. To help preserve the original structure of the home, window units are used to guests cool and comfortable. Every room has a window unit and ceiling fans, as well as electric heaters to keep you warm on those chilly days! There are decks that wrap around 3 sides of the house that are perfect for porch conversations! The upper deck provides beautiful vistas of this home's surroundings! This property is one acre of fun in the sun with plenty of outdoor space for family time and activities. There is a box on the deck that contains balls and activity equipment as well as, a shed nearby that contains even more games and equipment such as volleyball, corn hole, and giant Jenga to just name a few! A Gazebo is conveniently located for outdoor seating which also includes gas and charcoal grills for your use. Party lights on the decks create a magical air that's perfect for dancing under the stars. There is also a fire pit that just screams,"S'MORES!" For convenience, there is an outdoor rinse station on the deck by the ramp. This ramp can be used for a wheelchair or loading ramp. This home is perfect for large gatherings or family reunions. Be sure to book your next beach getaway at Shiloh by the Sea! We provide linens and bath towels in every house and standard beds are made for your arrival. Paper products and cleaning supplies are not included. \*\*Even when provided, internet access/satellite TV/cell service can be UNRELIABLE on the BOLIVAR PENINSULA. We are a rural community and weather sensitive. We apologize, but Bolivar Escapes CANNOT GUARANTEE that these amenities WILL BE WORKING during your stay, and CANNOT OFFER REFUNDS for disruption of these services.\*\* There is a starter pack consisting of the items below, please bring anything else you will need: 1 roll of paper towels 3 white kitchen trash bags 2 dishwasher tab (if applicable) 2 laundry tab (if applicable) 1 sponge 1 small dish soap 2 roll toilet paper per toilet Small bar hand soap Beauty bar per bath Trial shampoo/conditioner per full bath Don't forget the beach towels, bug spray and sunscreen! Enjoy parasailing, sunset cruises, putt-putt, swim up bars, etc., on our beautiful peninsula! This home might have an outdoor camera(s) to monitor the exterior of the home. Any attempt at disabling, redirecting or obscuring the camera(s) is prohibited and may result in the guest being evicted without refund of outstanding nights’ rents. If a home has a lift or elevator, it is not for renter use unless otherwise stated in comments or with permission from Bolivar Escapes. Please note, the mapping may be off on some properties. Please double check with us for the location. All of our homes are located at Crystal Beach/Port Bolivar/Gilchrist. Not Galveston. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,324 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111580000/111578800/111578711/b0ebec7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family-Friendly Beach Stay Crystal Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $238 CA $1,134 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=111578711&PinnedHotelID=111578711&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116650000/116649800/116649788/ae293cd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Island by Choice | Pet-friendly Home with Game Room + Private Pool - Heated in W Near West End - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=116649788&PinnedHotelID=116649788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89720000/89712100/89712054/w1350h899x0y0-b7249493.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Classic Home in Galveston’s Heart Midtown - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 66 reviews CA $133 CA $505 total includes taxes & fees Nov 10 - Nov 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=89712054&PinnedHotelID=89712054&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, foosball, table tennis, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75768600/75768529/8e4e6432.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Henry Trueheart's Sweethaven: Walk to the beach from an historic Victorian! 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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 172 ## 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%7C29.37757%2C-94.76865&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aTtDUHqwfayHioU_gyhucyXhb-A=) Port Bolivar, TX #### What's nearby - University of Texas Medical Branch - 34 min drive - 11.7 km - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 37 min drive - 14.3 km - Port of Galveston - 37 min drive - 14.6 km - Galveston Seawall - 38 min drive - 15.7 km - Galveston Island Beaches - 53 min drive - 26.0 km #### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 72 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Katie’s Historic Pier 19 Seafood House - ‬35 min drive - ‪Whataburger - ‬34 min drive - ‪Galveston Yacht Basin - ‬34 min drive - ‪America's Kitchen - ‬29 min drive - ‪Willie G's Seafood & Steaks - ‬35 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shiloh by the Sea - 5 bedrooms, 2 and 1 half bathrooms, sleeps 21 guests. All r pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Shiloh by the Sea - 5 bedrooms, 2 and 1 half bathrooms, sleeps 21 guests. All r? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shiloh by the Sea - 5 bedrooms, 2 and 1 half bathrooms, sleeps 21 guests. All r? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Shiloh by the Sea - 5 bedrooms, 2 and 1 half bathrooms, sleeps 21 guests. All r located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Port Bolivar Beaches and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Fort Travis Seashore Park. Crystal Beach and Galveston Ferry Terminal are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shiloh by the Sea - 5 bedrooms, 2 and 1 half bathrooms, sleeps 21 guests. All r Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle G. Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was beyond perfect. The space, the area and location was just perfect. The house was big enough for 15 people, all ladies. We had more than enough rooms, space and the outside was perfect. We will definitely stay again when we go out this way. ##### Michelle G. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sisa A. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### House is lovely! Mosquitoes are viscous! House is great. All bathrooms are on the first floor which is odd. Would love to stay again! ##### Sisa A. 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