This 30 mile north-eastern stretch of Texas coastline lies like an unpolished gem in the Gulf Coast waters. Just 55 miles from Houston and 60 from Beaumont, its appeal as a family vacation spot has grown enormously in the past few years. Once dubbed as a 'best kept secret', today, thanks to a number of featured articles in nearby major city newspapers, world wide exposure on the internet, improved ferry service, a strong Chamber of Commerce, and just plain word of mouth, the Peninsula has lost its 'secret' status and has the full attention of smart investors. Blessed by Mother Nature with an abundance of wildlife, beaches easily accessible by car, rich in human history and historical sites, and with a growing number of popular public events, businesses, and fine restaurants, the community's returning crowds have new development in Bolivar booming !