Soft sands and blue skies await at this lovely home in Gilchrist, just a short walk from the beach. This beachy, bright vacation rental has everything you need, from 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms to the numerous outdoor spaces so you can soak up some sun. Inside, you'll find a beautifully decorated living room with a Smart TV and a fully equipped kitchen. Take the ferry to Galveston and get your thrills at the Historic Pleasure Pier or Moody Gardens, then end the day trying tasty seafood. -- THE PROPERTY -- 2,146 Sq Ft | Nearby Seafood & Beach Access Enjoy the sands of Galveston and Bolivar Peninsula when you book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home. Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bunk Bed | Bedroom 5 (Loft): Queen Bed, Full Bunk Bed, Twin Bunk Bed, 2 Twin Daybeds w/ Twin Trundles OUTDOOR LIVING: 3 furnished decks, furnished covered patio w/ charcoal grill, outdoor shower, children's playset INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, pinball machine, vaulted ceilings, 2-story interior KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, microwave, coffee maker, blender, Crock-Pot, bakeware, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, island (14 stools) GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, linens/towels, central heating & air conditioning, ceiling fans, keyless entry, iron/board, cleaning essentials FAQ: Stairs required, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out) PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- ON THE GULF: Public Beach Access (walking distance), Ramada Beach (5.0 miles), Crystal Beach (7.4 miles), Porretto Beach (22.8 miles), East Beach (23.5 miles), Galveston Beach (26.8 miles), Jamaica Beach (38.2 miles) SEAFOOD: Stingaree Restaurant & Marina (5.3 miles), Steve's Landing Restaurant (7.9 miles) ATTRACTIONS: Smith Oaks Sanctuary (10.9 miles), Moody Mansion (24.1 miles), Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge (26.0 miles), Galveston Fishing Pier (28.7 miles), Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston (29.3 miles), Aquarium at Moody Gardens (29.6 miles), Rainforest Pyramid (29.6 miles), Moody Gardens (29.6 miles) HISTORICAL MUST-SEES: Galveston Seawall (23.1 miles), Galveston Railroad Museum (23.7 miles), The Grand 1894 Opera House (23.9 miles), Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier (24.1 miles) AIRPORTS: Jack Brooks Regional Airport (62.7 miles), William P. Hobby Airport (91.4 miles), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (98.4 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is a Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro located on the bottom patio, facing the outdoor area and staircase, and camera 2 is located on the downstairs level, facing out towards the front driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound while guests are in residence - NOTE: The maximum occupancy of 18 is strictly enforced. Please do not exceed the maximum occupancy