About Joe
“I have been boating for 45 years and enjoy being on and around the water with my family and friends.”
Aboard since 2016
From Clear Lake Shores, TX
Reviews of Joe (91)
- GaryGary
Joe is a genuine, friendly, gracious person. Joe is interested in your boat safety and the enjoyment of the boat outing.
- CrystalCrystal★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5/5 stars (5/5)Jul. 22nd
- SantiagoSantiago
Joe was great and helped with everything needed.
The boat was also great and very clean and he taught us everything we need to know about the boat and nice places to go swimming
- HenryHenry
Joe was awesome. My family loved our summer boat trip excursion. This is the second time we have rented from Joe and we hope to rent from him again next summer if we are lucky. Thanks Joe!!
- GregGreg
The boat looks and runs great! Everyone had such a good time. Plenty of space. Even the radio worked! Looking forward to next time.
- VitorVitor
Excellent experience!
- ChristyChristy
We had a MUCH needed, super fun day on your boat Joe! Thanks for being accommodating about the weather and helpful with everything else. We will definitely be a return customer.
- ChadChad
Great boat, like new condition. ideal location next to Kemah. I would definitely rent this boat again.
- JamesJames
I fell in love with this boat. My family had a perfect day cruising around the lake in luxury. Joe was very accommodating. We met at the boat slip and everything was ready to go. Way more convenient than I had anticipated. We will definitely do this again.
- VictorVictor
Very good outing. Joe is a great renter. Very informative and friendly. The boat was well maintained and responsive. I highly recommend Joe when you're looking for a day on the waters
- PujaPuja
Had an AMAZING time on this boat. Joe was very nice and helpful throughout the process. Gave us tips us tips on where to go. Definitely will be renting again!
- KristiKristi
This was our first time renting from boatsetter and exceeding our expectations!’ Joe was awesome !! Will defiantly rent again !
- AustinAustin
The trip was a success and a great time. Joe was awesome and was a lot of help. He was very personable and all around a good guy.
- TimothyTimothy
Great time on Joe's boat this past Friday. I had guests from North Carolina seeing Kemah for the first time and doing the tour via the water is a great introduction to the area.
Joe's boat was immaculate; he was extremely attentive and helpful with a very thorough and professional pre-trip briefing and orientation.
Very positive experience and will be doing it again.
Thank you, Joe - EddieEddie
Joe and his boat were great.
- GaryGary
Besides a great boat & on the water outing, Joe was a most courteous gentlemen who took personal interest in conversing with my grandkids...Joe makes all the difference in a positive contact relationship with his customers.
- MarjorieMarjorie
Captain Joe was amazing and very thorough regarding his boat. He took the time to answer all of our questions before we took off into the bay. The best part was at the every end, he allowed our daughter to steer the boat. Our daughter will always cherish the memory. Thank you Captain Joe!
- JoshJosh
It was a perfect weekend on the water! Joe was extremely kind and easy to work with. We spent all day out on the boat, and even when I made a rookie mistake handling the boat and did some damage to it, Joe was very gracious and patcient as we work through getting it resolved. Thanks for the amazing weekend! I couldn't have asked for a better first time out in Clear Lake!
- MarcosMarcos
Joe’s pontoon boat was great. Very clean and easy to operate. joe was great at communicating and making sure we were ok with his boat. I would highly recommend Joe as an owner and his boat for some great times!!
- AamirAamir
Wonderful experience! Joe was very accommodating and a very kind soul, can't wait to use his services again!
- DrewDrew
Always a great time! Joe is awesome and great to rent from.
- EmmanuelEmmanuel
Very nice , don’t think about it book it !!! Smiles for sure .
- othmaneothmane
I would highly recommend Joe and his boat. Excellent customer service!
- GavinGavin
Everything was great, the pontoon was in good condition & we had a good time.
- GaryGary
Joe is an exceptional, personable individual, very friendly and always trying to make you comfortable with the rental experience. Highly recommend making Joe a friend as well as business relationship.
- Aigi AdayanalAigi Adayanal
It was a wonderful experience with owner / captain Mr. Joe in his 22ft. pontoon boat. Mr. Joe seems to be so experienced, flexible & friendly. Even meeting first time, we feel him like a family member. We had a great fishing & joyful trip. The boat seems to be clean & well maintained. Planning for next family trip with him in October for sure. Thanks Mr. Joe !!!
- LaraLara
We absolutely loved Joe and his boat! He went above and beyond to help us inexperienced boaters enjoy ourselves. We will be back!
- JeffreyJeffrey
What an amazing day on the water!
Joe made it all so easy - his boat is great and he is a joy to work with.
My entire family had a blast! - TiffanyTiffany
My family and I had such a fantastic experience. The boats owner is very knowledgeable, patient, and kind and very welcoming. The boat is beautiful and everything you need for a day on the lake or bay. We will be repeat customers. Highly recommend!
- RicRic
Great day on the lake. Met Joe at the dock where the boat was waiting for us. He was on time and the boat was ready to go. Went over the check list and we were on our way. Returned the boat at the designated time and Joe waiting for us. He is a very nice guy and his boat is very clean and has all the needed equipment for safe and fun time on the water. We will do this again.
- JENNIFERJENNIFER
We rental Mr. Joe's boat for the guys in our family as a Father's Day gift. Mr. Joe was Very nice & patient with all our questions. I highly recommended renting from Mr. Joe, he was great.
- EddieEddie
Joe and his boat were great to meet and rent. I thought I wrote a review a long time ago but apparently not, sorry for the delay.
Great deal on boat, convenient location and clam waters for boating. Joe was great to work with and we repeated for two years while we were down on vacation. - AnastasiaAnastasia
Our experience with Joe was Excellent! He is such a gentlemen and is very professional. Customer service was amazing ! We will definitely book with him again. Thanks again Joe!
- AlexAlex
We cannot thank Joe enough for his awesome service. Joe explained the instructions very carefully to ensure the safety of everyone. The boat was very cleaned and described exactly in the pictures. My friends and I rented the boat for a birthday celebration. Joe made the celebration more special. Thank you Joe for an amazing experience!
- RebecaRebeca
We had a wonderful time! Would rent again!
- StasaStasa
What an awesome day we had -- Joe is so friendly and helpful. We arrived on time and he was waiting for us and waved us over. It's the nicest pontoon boat I've been on -- loved the fishing chairs in the back. He gave us a very thorough and professional safety and operational briefing. My husband is an experienced boater but agreed that the overview was incredibly helpful. We also very much appreciated his suggestions on where we should go for sightseeing and also grabbing a bite to eat. He offered to help us with our belongings and just made everything so easy -- even took awesome photos of us before we took off. We were a party of seven -- our family of three and our good friends, family of four, all the kids teenagers. We were very comfortable the whole day and had a blast!! Would rent from Joe again in a heartbeat and recommend him highly!
- SarahSarah
We had a lovely time on the water with our family! Joe is a responsive, considerate, and communicable owner. The boat had everything we needed, and we were even able to request a time extension the evening prior. We were grateful for the bimini top!
- BrendaBrenda
My DIL and I rented the boat for a Father’s Day gift of boating and fishing for my husband and son. Joe was a pleasure to work with right from the start! He is very responsive and a really nice guy!! We loved the boat, the personal service and the process for rental. We plan to do it again just as soon as we can! Thanks for everything, Joe!
- DrewDrew
Joe is great! His boat is really nice. We went all over clear lake and the bay.
- KevinKevin
The day out on the lake/bay was perfect all around. Thanks, Joe. The boat was clean, process was so organized, and stress-free. Exactly what we all needed.
- MichelleMichelle
We had a great time on the boat. It was very spacious for our group of 10. Joe was a pleasure to rent from and we would definitely rent from him again.
- TimothyTimothy
First off….Capt Joe is an incredible person. I knew it when I first met him on the pier. He reaffirmed it when he helped me with all my stuff before the trip began and after it ended (and with 4 kids under 8 we had our fair share of “gear”). Capt. Joe’s boat is in exquisite condition and all of components, parts, and controls work and respond as good, if not better, than expected. Capt Joe gives a great overview of the boat, the pre/post-rental checks, and places of interest in Clear Lake and the Bay. If you are thinking of renting a pontoon in the Kemah area stop here because you have found the one. Capt Joe did everything in his control to make sure our trip was as fun and successful again. I would absolutely rent from Capt Joe again. Thank you so much for the service and the fabulous boat Capt Joe!
- BrandonBrandon
Joe was fantastic! Helpful, and went above and beyond to make our day one to never forget! I would recommend renting from Joe to any and everyone! Thanks Joe!
- othmaneothmane
Joe is great guy to work with, he was on time and very accommodating. The boat was clean and in great condition.
I would highly recommend him. - JacquelineJacqueline
What a great day on the lake! Joe was so thorough and responsive. We haa pop up storm while we were out...he had to come out in the storm to bail us out! A 3hr tour...We almost went Gilligan on him! 🤣
- JessicaJessica
This was the last day of my families week vacation, and it was everyone's favorite activity from the whole week. This is in large part of Joe, and his beautiful boat. He was amazing, so helpful, kind, on time and accommodating. He made the process so easy, and covered everything where we had no question... Except when we were trying to find a specific location once we were on the water, and he was so quick to respond with a pin drop that got us there in minute! I would definitely use Joe again in the future!
- CarlaCarla
Joe’s boat & navigation introduction set us up to be comfortable (we hadn’t driven a boat in years) and have a great day on the lake! Boat is clean and in excellent condition. Will definitely rent from Joe again!
- REDEEMERREDEEMER
I don’t know how a boat owner could have been more friendly, helpful and kind. Joe seemed genuinely interested in us having a great time which we did! The boat was super clean and well-maintained. If you are looking to rent a pontoon boat on Clear Lake, look no further. You won’t find a better deal than Avalon!
- AngieAngie
We rented this boat from Joe and it was the best experience ever. He was helpful from start to finish. Met the family at the dock and he and his wife showed us everything we needed to know about the boat. Beautiful boat, too!! Spacious enough for all of us to stretch out and have our own space, as well as easy to drive. He got us out of the dock, since it was pretty close quarters, and then we picked him up at the end to get it back home. Was very kind and engaging: this was not just a money transaction to him. He got to know the whole family. If we ever rented a boat again in the area, it would be with Joe.
- GregoryGregory
Joe has a great personality. Gave us great advice on touring spots and fishing hot spots. The boat is very well maintained. Everyone had a great outing.
- RolandoRolando
Joe was awesome a real pleasure to work with. The Avalon Pontoons was a great boat practically brand new and with plenty of space for all your friends. Joe was even nice enough to leave a cooler with a bag of ice and some waters for us. I would definitely rent from him again and would recommend him to family and friends a really great experience!
- CodyCody
We had a great time on Joe's boat. The boat is beautiful and well maintained. Joe was very helpful and friendly. Can't wait to rent from him again.
- JoelJoel
Had a great time with this boat! Joe is an A+ host!!
- kenken
Thank you, Joe is truly a class act easy going guy, we had a lot of fun, absolutely loved the boat... from Chief
- DakotaDakota
Had a great time, this an excellent boat and also in a very convenient spot. Boat is in wonderful condition and I really liked how nice and easy goin Captain Joe was. Definitely will rent again
- EdelmiraEdelmira
Joe was awesome for letting us rent his boat. It was my family first time and we enjoyed our time at sea. My family and I can’t wait to go for another boat ride. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
- KellieKellie
Our family (4 adults and 4 kids) had an amazing day on Joe’s boat. The pontoon was the perfect size for our group and is very well maintained. Joe was great to work with, very responsive, and gave us lots of great tips on places to explore and where to swim. We would definitely rent this boat again!
- StarrStarr
Joe was very easy to communicate with which made the booking process go smoothly. When we had an unexpected schedule change, we appreciated his flexibility. The boat itself is well-maintained and we enjoyed a lovely day on the water celebrating my daughter’s 16th birthday. I would definitely rent from Joe again and would recommend him to others.
- ChrisChris
This was an absolutely delightful experience. Joe was incredibly organized, professional, honest, personable and thoughtful. We will be doing this again and we will be using Joe if at all possible.
- JustinJustin
Joe was unbelievable! The boat was spotless and he was very attentive. He met us at the dock, helped us to the boat, was very detailed at check in and gave us confidence to have a great day?”!
- RitaRita
Joe was wonderful and very accommodating! It was our first time renting in this area but Joe made it easy and pleasant! We are def going to rent from Joe again!
- GuyGuy
Joe was excellent throughout! Very helpful, friendly and accommodating. We had a wonderful time
- ScottScott
Captain Joe is just fantastic and the boat is in excellent condition. Handled rough water with no problems and all necessary gear was on board. We will be renting this boat again within next two months. 5 star
- CaseyCasey
Amazing day, amazing boat owner, amazing boat! You can’t get much of a better experience than we had, we will definitely be back! My favorite part was when Joe encouraged us to let the children have a turn driving, how sweet is that?! He also took a few pictures of us as a group and sent them to me. Thanks for an amazing day Joe!
- LeeLee
Took my family out for a special occasion yesterday on Joe's pontoon. It was my first time renting on Boatsetter...and I was very impressed...with the ease of signing up, making the reservation, connecting with Joe, and completing the enjoyable time. Joe took extra time to make sure we understood the details of his well-cared for, clean, and new boat. I feel like I have a new friend in Joe...and certainly a new place to rent a boat. I highly recommend Joe and his pontoon...and Boatsetter.
- ƏrikƏrik
Great host has alot of information of the lake and bay will rent again
- CarolCarol
Joe was absolutely wonderful! The boat was beautiful, drove nicely and plenty of shade if you needed it. Thank you, Joe, for a memorable day on the water with my family & friends! You’re the best!
- JamesJames
Had another amazing trip! I can't recommend this rental more.
- BenBen
We had a great experience renting from Joe! The boat was in excellent condition and being able to take it out from the dock without having to trailer it was very convenient. We'll definitely try to get this boat again the next time we rent!
- HenryHenry
Had a fantastic day on the water. It was my families first time out on the water and Joe was real patient showing us the ropes. Will definitely be renting from Joe Again!
- JoeJoe
Perfect boat and Joe is great! Thanks again.
- JamesJames
Boat was as advertised and Joe was super friendly and showed me everything I needed to know about the boat! Would rent this boat again for sure!
- CrystalCrystal
Wonderful time!
- Ben
- JessJess
Joe was great, he answered all my questions very fast before getting on the boat. The boat was easy to find and was very thorough going over the boat to make sure we knew everything before setting sail. Thank you again Joe for letting us use your boat and having a great team event on the water !
- TinTin
My family have great times together on the water of Clear Lake. The boat is great, smoothly starting and running. Boat owner is great gentleman, nicely and professional guiding us everything we need to know about riding a boat. We had a great trip on the water. Thank you Joe.
- RachelRachel
Our family had an awesome time on the boat! Joe was great to rent from, explained everything about the boat and was very accommodating! So happy we were able to rent the boat! Will definitely be renting from Joe again!
- PriscillaPriscilla
Everything was perfect!
- JudyJudy
We had a great time on Joe's boat this past Friday. The boat was well-maintained with plenty of room, very comfortable and had all the necessities- GPS, depth finder, radio, baitwell, etc. The boat is easily accessible and already in the water so no need to trailer and unload.
Joe is very friendly and helpful providing us with water and ice for our trip and then treating us to shaved ice upon our return.
We highly recommend this boat and owner and will certainly rent again ourselves.
The Hicks Family
- RebeccaRebecca
Joe was perfect. Great communication, timely, boat in good shape, friendly.
- laurenlauren
This was really the easiest experience because of captain Joe. He made sure we were safe and so comfortable operating the boat. The boat was clean, well equipped, and perfect for all ten of us! I can’t say enough about Joe. He lives near just in case you need anything at all. Even offered his personal cooler to us. He was a delight and I don’t see myself ever looking for another person to rent from. Very grateful for our time on his boat.
- WaldoWaldo
Had a good time!!! Joe was awesome!!!!
- JamesJames
We had a great time.
- ElisiaElisia
We had a wonderful family day on the water. Joe replied quickly to all my questions. It was very nice that the boat was ready to go at the dock when we arrived. We did some cruising on the water & some fishing. Seamless process, I highly recommend this boat.
- AliAli
Joe and his pontoon were everything and more we were looking for! Joe was quick, accommodating, informative, and courteous in his response via boatsetter.com. The pictures listed were accurate and showcased the spacious, clean, up to date, and very comfortable pontoon he offered. There is great (optional) shade from the boat canopy, as well as several bench chairs in which to spread out, and 2 great captain chairs in the rear of the boat which were very unique and fun! The marina in which we met Joe was a very charming and lively area to have a drink pre or post trip. Joe met us on the boat with a big smile! His instructions and directions were thorough and we were off! We enjoyed every minute of the experience and recommend Joe and his pontoon highly! We will certainly be returning to rent!
- GaryGary
Joe is one very genuine, great guy, very friendly and professional boat rental process, boat in great condition, Doesn’t get any better than dealing with Joe.
- RyanRyan
If I could give Joe 10 stars, I would in a heartbeat! My wife and I celebrated our 1-year anniversary on Joe's boat and the experience was so outstanding that we are bringing friends and going to rent from him again! Everything was clean and in order when we arrived and Joe walked us through the ins and outs of his watercraft after which he gave us tips on where to go for the best food, fishing, and sightseeing! He even had a small gift for me and my wife to enjoy for our anniversary out on the water! What an unbeatable experience for an unbeatable price! We highly recommend renting from Joe and we are sure you won't be disappointed!
- AriaAria
Joe was great to rent from. He was quick to respond and His boat was clean and well maintained. Very pleasant and easy check-in/out process.
Next time, I will definitely rent his boat again - travistravis
Great boat, we had a great time owner was so cool
- SaraSara
This was an excellent find and rental! Joe made it so easy for us, and we thoroughly enjoyed our day on the water. Thank you so much!
- SharonSharon
He was great!!