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Solmate

Family-friendly holiday home in Port Bolivar with a water park

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Welcome aboard!
Master bedroom-comfy queen bed.
Morning coffee tastes better with a little salt in the air.
Great area for catching up.
Just do it!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10134.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Crystal Beach, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Stingaree Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Dolphin

+2
2 Single Bunk Beds, 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Mermaid

1 Queen Bed

Octopus/ Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs

Soap · Shower only · Shampoo

Guest bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Solmate

A large family room & TV with a dining island as part of the kitchen greets you when you walk in. Bedrooms to the left are nicely decorated. One with queen/full bunks that will sleep a large group. The Master is at the back of the house with a spacious bathroom & TV. All TVs are "Smart" and can stream whatever you have. Family room has a DVD player and a small selection of movies. Board games, fully equipped Kitchen and plenty of internet will keep you happy if you choose to stay in. A downstairs Tiki Barr and Firepit are enhanced with a Bluetooth Music system. Easy to login and crank up. Come to the beach and have some fun.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please set A/C thermostat to 78 when you leave-come back soon and have a safe trip home.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Port Bolivar

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Pier 21 Theater and Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Travelling with kids? Consider Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Crystal Beach, TX

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stingaree Marina - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 53 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Port of Galveston - 54 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 54 min drive - 38.5 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Solmate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Solmate ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Solmate ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Solmate located?

This family-friendly Port Bolivar holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Crystal Beach and Stingaree Marina. Gilchrist Beach and Port Bolivar Beaches are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Beautiful house with short walking distance to beach. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a relaxing time and can’t wait to stay again

Didn’t want to leave, the house was so nice, and we had a really nice time and can’t wait to come back for my birthday in June.

10/10 Excellent

Ali M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Wonderful stay at a beautiful home. Host was attentive to any problems that arose.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janece F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The property manager responded quickly to all my questions and check in was easy. The house was beautiful, clean, and very spacious for our large party. When it was time to leave, the clean up required was super easy. My family and I loved the house and it’s location. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

We stayed for the weekend with some friends. The check in and out process was extremely simple. Response on any questions were answered very quickly! The house was very clean and its a 2 minute walk to the beach. The house came with everything we needed for the weekend. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W., Kingwood

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day Adventures 2023

Enjoyed the stay. House fit our needs perfectly. Everything was clean and in good repair. Fridge looks rusty from outside but was clean on inside. Just cosmetic. House gets great wind on the balcony. Nice water placement to wash feet at bottom of stairs and well equip. Thank you for our lovely holiday,
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family beach trip!

My family and I loved staying here for our 5 day beach trip! The property is decorated beautifully. Lots of counter space and we liked the bedroom arrangement. My 2 kids loved that they both got their own bunk bed. My husband and I appreciated having the master tucked away on the other side of the kitchen and that the main TV had a sound bar and not just the TV speakers. It was a great home away from home. My only complaint was it could use some more dusting and previous tenants had left some use solo cups in one cupboard that we attracting ants. I threw them out and moved on. The kids couldn't use the fan in the bunk bed room because it was so dusty that it blew dust everywhere. The AC vent grate needs a good dusting too, as well as some other parts of the property. That being said, it did not take away any enjoyment for us. It was a 5 minute walk from the beach and a short drive to stores like the Big Store, Dollar General, etc. for anything you might need. Nauti Beaver and Singarees are awesome. The lawn had clearly been freshly mowed, which was nice. And there is a ring on a hook game on the balcony that the kids liked, as well as some board games available inside. The beds were SO comfortable! I would definitely recommend this property to other families. While there were only a total of 2 couples and 2 kids on our trip, but you could fit up to 10 people if you had 2 in each queen bed, 2 on each of the bigger bottom bunks, and 1 on each top bunk.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Britan M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
We loved how convenient this property was—just a short walk to the beach and close to grocery stores and great places to eat. The beds were super soft and comfortable, which made it easy to relax after a fun day out.As with many popular rentals, you can tell this is a frequently used property. A little more attention from the cleaning service on surfaces and cabinets would make it even better, but overall it had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay.We’d recommend it for anyone wanting a great location and a comfortable place to unwind after the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasha J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect! Loved everything about the house enjoyed the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great 4th of July Stay!

Family of 4 adults and 3 kids ages 5, 12 & 16. The house was so comfortable and cozy, had everything we needed and everyone loved it! Claude, the owner, was so easy to communicate with which was so nice! We had the best time!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

My friends and I had a great time, and it was a good location. There were 8 of us and plenty of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AWESOME! The beach house was great! Clean, very well equipped, great location, just as pictured and described. We had 7 adults and 3 children and everyone had a blast! Definitely recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Soulmate House

Our stay was amazing! The house is beautiful with everything you could ask for including comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

We have stayed numerous time in Crystal beach and this property was the best. Well equipped and comfy beds!! Great location!! Not one issue at all. Can’t wait to book this property again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fiancés birthday Trip

The property was great, and so is the area ! Conveniently located near the big store you don’t have to worry about driving too far for supplies if needed. Everything was super clean and comfortable. We had a great time celebrating my fiancés 26th birthday. She loved the property and the family enjoyed the stay. We will definitely be returning !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bestie Vacation

We absolutely loved our stay! The house had everything we needed and more. Very cozy home and walking distance to the beach was the best! Our families will certainly be back! The DiAlberto's & The Gutierrez's
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

Despite tropical storm Alberto we had a wonderful stay. Clean Comfortable close to beach. Will book again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, clean & comfortable

Thank you for sharing your home. It included everything we needed for a lengthy stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

The cabin was exactly as pictured. We enjoyed hanging out on the porch and sitting around the fire pit area. Super cute, comfy beds and a great location with beach access. Will rent again when we go back. ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Crystal Beach

The house was beautifully decorated, beds are comfortable and had all the amenities needed. Defiantly would recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach House

Great house. We go down to the beach every year, and this is one of the nicest house we have stayed in. Definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

The host was a great communicator and allowed us to check in a little early. The house was one of the best stocked VRBOs I’ve ever stayed in! Very clean, really cute beach house. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Exactly what we were looking for! Spacious home, minutes to the beach. Super relaxing!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Very enjoyable spot with amenities and easy beach access. Great Texas beach experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second year to rent and love it.

This is our second year to book this property and it was great again! Clean, close to the beach and stores. We’ll be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Claude Howland

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Why they chose this property

Holiday Beach is all Post-Ike construction - lots of strength in the house and the entire neighborhood is very clean and well cared for. Just a couple of blocks away is The Big Store. They have whatever you forgot and more. A short stroll from the house is the small town Beach with a long shallow entrance-safe for the kids and great for walking.

What makes this property unique

Solmate sits on one of 2 lots. Plenty of yard for the kids to run while you watch them from the firepit seating or from the Tiki Bar

Languages:

English
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