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Happy Days On Waterways - Pool, Boat Slip, Bay Access, close to beach!!

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Exterior
Exterior
Pool
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11149.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
NZ$707
avg per night

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Crystal Beach, TX
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$707
avg per night

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About the area

Port Bolivar

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Galveston Seawall and Fort Travis Seashore Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Big Reef Nature Park and Crystal Beach. With fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

What's nearby

  • Crystal Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 44 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 44 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Port of Galveston - 45 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 49 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪HardHeads Icehouse & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Happy Days On Waterways - Pool, Boat Slip, Bay Access, close to beach!!

BAYSIDE/CANAL - WATERWAYS - 3 BEDROOM - 2 BATH - SLEEPS 11


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WINTER SEASON: September 8, 2025 – May 10, 2026


SUMMER SEASON: May 11, 2026 – September 6, 2026


This one of a kind, crystal beach vacation rental, has it all. Happy Days on Waterways is located on the canal where you can enjoy glorious sunrise and sunsets from the deck. This beautiful newly remodeled home, with a sparkling pool, sits on a fully fenced double lot. The spacious open floor plan has 3 bedrooms; 2 bathrooms and comfortably sleeps 11 guests. This fully stocked retreat has a king size bed, a queen size bed, and a bunk room with one queen, two full and one twin bed. You will feel so at home as you create amazing memories with your family or friends. Happy Days on Waterways, formerly known as Bolivar Slam, is the perfect pet friendly vacation get-away perfect for families! You’ll find everything you need for waterfront living at this vacation rental. The open living/dining/kitchen area with wood floors throughout, offers plenty of comfortable furniture to relax in while visiting with your group. There is plenty of room for multiple cooks and/or cook’s helpers in the well-stocked kitchen so you can prepare that fresh seafood in no time! Cozy, restful bedrooms, each with its own TV, means no fighting over the remote when you can't agree on which movie to watch when it's time to kick back. Fishing fans will enjoy wetting a line in the canal right outside the door! Want to bring your boat? This amazing bayside home has a boat slip with lift available for your use! If the fishing and boating isn’t enough for you, just make the short drive to the beach, located across Highway 87!



PRIMARY BEDROOM (KING), BEDROOM 2 (1TWIN/QUEEN BUNK, 1 FULL/FULL BUNK), BEDROOM 3 (QUEEN). PRIMARY BATH (SHOWER/TUB COMBO), BATH 2 (SHOWER).


Canal home, nearest beach access road is in Blue Water on East Drive.


2 NIGHT MINIMUM (Excluding Holidays)
FOR WEEKLY RENTALS, ARRIVAL DAYS ARE: MONDAY OR FRIDAY (depending on reservations already in place).


PETS ALLOWED WITH ADDITIONAL FEE.


LINENS INCLUDED


Jet Skis not included in rental

10-20% INCREASE APPLIED TO RATES FOR ALL HOLIDAYS, SPRING BREAK AND CERTAIN EVENTS.


All Cobb Real Estate vacation rentals are NON-SMOKING properties.





EVEN WHEN PROVIDED, INTERNET ACCESS/SATELLITE TV/CELL SERVICE CAN BE UNRELIABLE ON THE BOLIVAR PENINSULA, AS WE ARE A RURAL COMMUNITY AND WEATHER SENSITIVE. WE APOLOGIZE, BUT COBB REAL ESTATE CANNOT GUARANTEE THAT THESE AMENITIES WILL BE WORKING DURING YOUR STAY AND CANNOT OFFER REFUNDS FOR DISRUPTION OF THESE SERVICES.





Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this information; however, it is not guaranteed. It is subject to errors, omissions, change of price, change of house contents and/or features or withdrawal without notice.

House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 2:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy Days On Waterways - Pool, Boat Slip, Bay Access, close to beach!! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Happy Days On Waterways - Pool, Boat Slip, Bay Access, close to beach!!?

As of 20 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Happy Days On Waterways - Pool, Boat Slip, Bay Access, close to beach!! on 18 May 2026 start from NZ$707, 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 Happy Days On Waterways - Pool, Boat Slip, Bay Access, close to beach!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Days On Waterways - Pool, Boat Slip, Bay Access, close to beach!!?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Days On Waterways - Pool, Boat Slip, Bay Access, close to beach!!?

Checkout is at 2:00 PM.

Where is Happy Days On Waterways - Pool, Boat Slip, Bay Access, close to beach!! located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Crystal Beach and within 9 miles (15 km) of Stingaree Marina and Port Bolivar Beaches. Fort Travis Seashore Park and Gilchrist Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Happy Days On Waterways - Pool, Boat Slip, Bay Access, close to beach!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

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

Fishing trip

Great house and location if you like fishing. This house is clean and beautiful. The pool was a huge bonus. We had a great time and will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

erin w.

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

Pool, bay view on water, big house!

We loved this house! The area was very quiet and the view was beautiful. We loved the pool and the deck. House was clean and comfortable. We will be book again here soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Great Vacation Spot!

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've stayed here multiple times before but the new owners are making some really wonderful upgrades to this place.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mandy B.

50th Anniversary Celebration

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: The house was nice and clean. It had everything we needed and wanted. The pool and the kitchen the favorites of the family. Both big enough for the whole family together.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rodney R.

Bolivar Slam

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: It was really nice and relaxing for my wife and i
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Shaina H.

Awesome fishing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved staying here. It was perfect for fishing. Our only complaint was the bathrooms. They were both dated & not very clean. Mold was growing in both showers. The master shower was especially gross. We didn’t use it. We still had a fun stay with tons of fishing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Will definitely return to this property!

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: This home was the perfect location on the canal with just a short trip to the beach. Very clean and comfortable. If you sit on the boat dock at night you might see dolphins up close, like we did.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A.

Thumbs Up!

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 ease of dealing with Cobb Real Estate was great. House was nice & clean - nice neighborhood, and liked that it had a boat lift/slip & our boat actually fit! (Triton 240XL) Would rent again and would recommend to anyone else.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

susan n.

Weekend Get Away

Rating Details: 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 was great will rent it again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marisa C.

A much needed 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: The beach house we stayed in was really nice. 2 families stayed there and we did not feel crowded at all. My family really loved that it was by the canal, so they could fish all the time. The only downside is that there is no storage or dressers in the master bedroom for clothes. Other than that, I highly recommend this place to stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

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: Awesome Location , Great Place !!! Our Favorite Eating Place Is Stringrays and Jose !!! Would Definitely Recommend This Cabin !!! Great Spot !!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tommy F.

Awesome as Always

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 had a great time as we do every year. This is our 3rd year to rent the Bolivar Slam and have had a great experience every time. We look forward to continuing our tradition for years to come.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Thanksgiving week

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: Get stay!! We had a blast. Cobb is as always great to deal with! Great customer service. We will be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

Family Fishing

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: My son and two son in laws had a perfect weekend of fishing cabin was perfectly setup and located
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Relaxing stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was a great and spacious home to stay in. Nice views and a quiet neighborhood. It made relaxing and enjoying the peninsula easy.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tommy F.

Mother’s Day Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love coming to this house. It is in a nice quiet location but still very close to the beach. The home could use some TLC. It seems to have been untouched since our first visit 3 years ago. A light canister is missing in the master. The sofa has some stains on it and the floor rug in the living room could be changed out and fastened to the floor somehow. The outside flood light was broke off the patio and laying on the ground. The porch railing could use repainting or at least cleaning where what seems to be black mold is growing. And lastly, this house I think says something about the fishing but there is no underwater fishing light which would really help the night fishing. Overall though, the house is great and we will stay there again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carla D.

Bolivar Slam

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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: Would recommend the owner fill the holes in the front yard so someone doesn’t fall in the canal. We have been coming to Crystal and renting from Cobb since I was a child and had more fun at this house than any other beach front we have ever rented. Great house and great location.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Chaynna B.

Family had fun.

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 loved being able to fish right off the front and it was always shaded. We also liked that we were still really close to the store and the beach right across the street. The only thing we had a problem with was the washer and dryer it made our clothes smell horrible! I would recommend not using them.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very Nice

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: It was nice and quiet and beautiful home. A short access to the store restaurants and bait shop.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Larry H.

Good time at Bolivar Slam

Rating Details: 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: Nice place but a little dated. Had some issues with way the boat lift was set up but otherwise no issues.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cliff M.

Bolstered ver Slam

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: I've already sent this back to y'all. Wonderful week
Archival

8/10 Good

Bolivar Slam Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was my forth stay at a Cobb Rental property. The properties are alway clean and the staff at Cobbs is always friendly and helpful.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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Family 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: What a wonderful, relaxing time we had!
Archival

8/10 Good

Bolivar Slam

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very good!!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bolivar Slam

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: Clean house, great service