Title: Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=108195009&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat ## 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/109000000/108200000/108195100/108195009/66cb56c4.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/afba6c2a.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/109000000/108200000/108195100/108195009/72be627c.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/b1442484.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91291 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Hot Tub + Bay Views: Beachfront Gilchrist Retreat A garden, barbecues 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, such as 2 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a bath. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Direct access to a private beach - Beach towels ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Family friendly - Free cot - Highchair ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels ### 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 - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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Pet fee: USD 129.67 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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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