Title: Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=66079871&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. ## Photo gallery for Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. (Crystal Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66080000/66079900/66079871/f03c5362.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. (Crystal Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66080000/66079900/66079871/e6bb9156.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. (Crystal Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66080000/66079900/66079871/99e36c91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. (Crystal Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66080000/66079900/66079871/1225fef1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. (Crystal Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66080000/66079900/66079871/e4349cce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Happy Place, located in the Emerald Beach II subdivision, is a cozy home that welcomes small dogs and offers comfortable living spaces. Enjoy TV with satellite in the living room, cook your favorite meals in the kitchen and appreciate scenic views from the deck or a short walk to beautiful beaches. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. You Must be 25 Years of Age or Older to Rent. Happy Place is located on the Emerald Beach II subdivision. Don't forget your furry best friend! Happy Place is a pet-friendly home that welcomes small dogs with a $200 non-refundable fee. This affordable home has all the comforts of home! It is a 2-bedroom home with 2 bathrooms. The primary bedroom has a queen bed and an attached bathroom. Bedroom two has 2 twin/full bunk beds. The kitchen has everything you'll need to make your favorite meals. The living room has a TV with satellite for your entertainment. Outside, you can enjoy the amazing breeze from the deck. Downstairs, you'll find a charcoal BBQ grill for the "Grill Master" to create yummy entrees for the family. There is a picnic table for seating and enjoying dinner outside! Once you are ready to spend some time at the beach, it's just a short walk, golf cart, or dive away! There is an outdoor shower to rinse off after a long, fun day at the beach! This is the perfect place to call home on your family vacation. We hope you find your "Happy place" at this great home! Even when provided, internet access, TV/cell service can be unreliable on the Bolivar Peninsula. We are a rural community. We apologize, but Bolivar Escapes cannot guarantee that these amenities will be working during your stay. We cannot offer refunds for the disruption of these services. This home might have an outdoor camera(s) to monitor the exterior of the home. Any attempt at disabling, redirecting, or obscuring the camera(s) is prohibited and may result in the guest being evicted without refund of outstanding nights’ rent. If a home has a lift or elevator, it is not for the renter's use unless otherwise stated in comments or with permission from Bolivar Escapes. We provide linens and bath towels in every house, and standard beds are made for your arrival. Linens will be provided in the home for all sleeper sofas, trundles, and pull-out bedding. Paper products, other than toilet tissue and paper towels, and cleaning supplies are not included. We provide a starter pack consisting of the items below. Please bring anything else you will need: 1 roll of paper towels 3 white kitchen trash bags 2 dishwasher tab (if applicable) 2 laundry tab (if applicable) 1 small dish soap 1 dish sponge 2 rolls of toilet tissue per bathroom Small bar hand soap per bathroom 1 trial size of shampoo/conditioner per full bath 1 beauty bar per bath Small salt and pepper Small cooking oil There will also be a bath towel set for each guest Don't forget the beach towels, bug spray, and sunscreen! Once booked, log into your guest guide for instructions on your home, beach rentals and things to do on the Peninsula. All of our homes are located at Crystal Beach/Port Bolivar/Gilchrist. Not Galveston. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94341600/94341522/eea9e86d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to Shore: Coastal Escape in Crystal Beach! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 3184-275772 ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Port Bolivar. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, sailing and fishing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Port Bolivar travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Bolivar.dx6141815) [View more Holiday homes in Port Bolivar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Bolivar-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6141815-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.45910%2C-94.63073&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eAYLwJxGOyceOzDpiSF_fmCiNm0=) Crystal Beach, Texas ### What's nearby - ![Aerial panorama coastal homes at Port Bolivar Beach Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197617/aa91617a-f5ce-4d5a-87be-cd0bda112169.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Crystal Beach 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![huge cruise liner stands off the coast of Vancouver Canada Place flag flying over the Pacific Ocean sails a beautiful view of the city on the water Canada 2023](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257015/78176553-254b-4336-922f-29bf0914bba5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal 47 min drive \- 21.0 miles - ![Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635389802707/d076bf4d-1ae6-45d6-9f7e-11fb99654fd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Galveston Seawall 47 min drive \- 21.9 miles - ![Sunrise and sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082159/a82934c4-d46d-4a2b-9262-18fa2843644b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Port of Galveston 48 min drive \- 21.2 miles - ![Panorama view calm waves with seagulls by shoreline, red umbrellas striped wooden chairs highlight nostalgic beach aesthetics, focus on intimate seating arrangements, sandy views, Galveston, TX](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496727/fb108a81-5931-4a61-b613-fec174b69eab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Galveston Island Beaches 52 min drive \- 24.6 miles ### Restaurants - Camp Margaritaville RV Resort 5 min drive - Nauti Beaver Hut 19 min walk - Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp 12 min walk - HardHeads Icehouse & Grill 3 min drive - Stingaree Restaurant & Bar 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8.? ### What time is check-in at Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8.? ### What time is check-out at Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8.? ### Where is Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Happy Place- Beach side-2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8\. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley H. 18 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach getaway The house was a perfect spot for our family vacation! ##### Ashley H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori M. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome little bday getaway Had a wonderful time staying at our “Happy Place” will definitely be back!!! ##### Lori M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas N. 17 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Loved it ##### Thomas N. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David G. 19 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Took great care of us Awesome rental! ##### David G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica A. 16 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday weekend The house was absolutely what I expected. It was well maintained and clean. The area was quiet. Check in and check out was easy. We really enjoyed it. ##### Jessica A. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Allen R. 6 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed Stay The only criticism is all the mosquitos . . . but it's Bolivar so it's expected. House was nice. A few minor issues but would stop us from renting again. ##### Allen R. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jo S. 5 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Comfortable for our son and his wife and 3 small children and William and me. Very clean, open floor plan, 3 TVs which were perfect, enough towels, clean frig and microwave. 20 step staircase was somewhat hard to go up and down and the stairs were in need of some repair. Would definately stay there again. ##### Jo S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ---