Salty Waves: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 12
Once you step into this stunning 2nd row beach house with incredible views, you'll only want to leave to put your toes in the sand! Located directly on an access road in the sought-after Tidelands subdivision, Salty Waves is a 1730 square foot beauty that is only seconds away from the beach, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and night life.
This tastefully decorated home with beachy touches and shiplap accents has all the amenities you need - comfortable furnishings, washer/dryer, games for the kids, Smart TVs for streaming your favorite shows, and high speed internet. The well-appointed kitchen offers a dishwasher, standard drip coffee maker, microwave, toaster, blender, and plenty of cookware and utensils to make your favorite meals. There is room for indoor dining at the 5-seat island and separate dining table, or move out to the deck for dinner al fresco with amazing views of the Gulf of Mexico.
Salty Waves sleeps 12 comfortably. The primary bedroom features a king bed, futon and ensuite bathroom. Bedroom two has one queen bed. The final bedroom is a bunkroom great for kids or adults, with 2 twin-over-full bunk beds, plus a twin trundle bed.
While the upstairs deck boasts wonderful views and seating, the downstairs patio area has plenty of amenities to offer as well! In addition to ample parking for all your guests, there's a picnic table -perfect for serving and eating meals prepared on the charcoal grill. It also features an outdoor shower where you can rinse away the sand. We know you will love your stay at Salty Waves; it's a great place for a vacation getaway!
Small dogs (35 pounds and under) allowed with additional pet fee. All Swedes Real Estate vacation rentals are non-smoking properties. Swedes does not rent to guests under 25 years of age. Linens are available upon request for an additional fee.
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
About the area
Port Bolivar
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum and Texas Seaport Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary and Haunted Mayfield Manor are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 50 min drive - 38.1 km
Galveston Seawall - 50 min drive - 39.6 km
Port of Galveston - 51 min drive - 38.5 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 95 min drive
Restaurants
Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - 8 min drive
Nauti Beaver Hut - 4 min drive
Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - 3 min drive
HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - 6 min drive
Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Salty Waves: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Salty Waves: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 12?
As of 23 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Waves: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 12 on 29 July 2026 start from NZ$434, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Salty Waves: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 12?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Salty Waves: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 12?
Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Salty Waves: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 12?
Checkout is at 4:00 PM.
Where is Salty Waves: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Port Bolivar, Sleeps 12 located?
Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Crystal Beach and within 12 miles (20 km) of Gilchrist Beach and High Island Beach. Port Bolivar Beaches is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) away.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved the house! Very family friendly and great location, close to the beach.
Jordan W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Karmen W.
9 December 2025
Salty Waves beautiful house
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house has a great layout if you have kids. The bedrooms are in the back of the house, and the living area is in the front. Great views of the beach and, the fact you can bring your fur baby is great too. Nice deck furniture.
We wanted to try something new for New Years and decided a beach house would be fun. We will definitely try to book the same house every year!! Salty Waves was perfect for our family!
House great. Beach narrow due to water surge from recent tropic storm. Golf carts and trucks driving to close to children. Thought pedestrians had the right of way. Dangerous situation. Community should address!
Donna M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Karmen W.
20 July 2025
Nice house, unfortunate situation.
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Upon arrival the AC was not cooling, called Swedes mgmt,was told could not fix unit. We stayed anyway with portable ACs from a friend. Mgmt sent box fans and window units for the bedrooms and the stay was tolerable. I have rented from Swedes for many years and have never had this situation before. They did offer a full refund the day we arrived as we got settled into the house, but we wanted to stay.
Karmen W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Scarlett B.
7 April 2026
Great Experience
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We love this particular home (its far from being a "cabin"). From the location to the views we have always enjoyed this particular property.
Scarlett B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Charles C.
13 July 2024
GREAT CABIN AND FLOOR PLAN
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
SECOND ROW, GREAT VIEW LOVED ALL OF IT
Charles C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jacob C.
21 August 2023
Clean house, clean section of beach
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great house, minor problems with toilet paper dispensers not screwed in, but nothing major.
Jacob C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Melissa C.
2 June 2023
Great place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location, house and view! 2nd time staying here!
Melissa C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jalee D.
26 September 2022
The perfect beach getaway!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I loved this cabin, it's beautifully decorated and so close to the beach. The sunrises are beautiful, we had everything we needed. I would absolutely stay here again!
Jalee D.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Janet S.
29 July 2022
Salty Waves
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great View!!!
Janet S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Miguel R.
17 May 2022
Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very nice
Miguel R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kaylyn L.
15 March 2022
Perfect getaway!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Salty Waves was absolutely beautiful! My husband and I are contractors and we were obsessed over the layout of this home! It was also stocked with anything that you could really need in the kitchen! The blankets and pillows were so comfortable. Our family really enjoyed it! The views were amazing and we were steps from the beach.The check in and out process was super easy and the staff at Swedes were all very friendly!