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Brand new home on the beach in Matagorda
New, uniquely designed home perched right on the dunes of Matagorda Beach with unobstructed 180-degree views of the Gulf. Large entertaining space on ground level with outdoor shower, plus a spacious screened lower deck & open upper deck, both with panoramic ocean views. Inside you'll find 3 bedrooms & 2.5 baths and upstairs an open kitchen/living with 9' island, fireplace, 65" streaming TV and, best of all, large picture windows all around showcasing one of the best views on the Texas coast.
Matagorda "Beach Please!" right on the CO River!
Sleep up to 6 in this beautiful, super clean, 2 BD, 2.5 BA house just ten steps from the CO River and a quick 3-min drive to Matagorda Beach. Bring your flip flops, beach towel, and favorite book to relax on one of 2 decks...or bring your fishing gear and catch large fish right off the dock. You can even clean your fish right there and grill them on the BBQ grill! Bring your boat or kayak and push off from the dock. Make great memories with the entire family in the slow-paced sea town!
Matagorda hidden-gem Coloradoriver dock!nightlight
Hidden Gem - waterfront home on the Colorado river.On the town side,bit of a change to the beach road homes. It has gorgeous porch to soak in river views,enjoy the sunset & fishingwith your family. Private dock and lighted pier with fish cleaning station. 3 bedroom and 3 full baths in all, 2 huge master bedrooms with king beds and en-suite bathrooms. Game room with pool table and AC. Tv in each room with WiFi to bring your favorite entertainment. Quick drive to the amazing Matagorda beach!
"The Lazy Coconut" Beach House
Family-Friendly Coastal Retreat with Easy Beach Access Just a short stroll from one of Texas's most serene beaches, this home is located within a secure, gated community. It’s the perfect place for families looking to relax and enjoy all the comforts of home. The home accommodates up to 6 guests, with a King-sized bed and two Queen-sized beds in the additional bedrooms. The master suite features a private bathroom and a walk-in closet, while the two Queen rooms share a full bathroom.
Breathtaking Beachfront Home - No Storm Damage
Just steps from the beach with a private path through the dunes, this home is beautifully updated. The home has three queen beds and a roll-away bed, comfortably sleeping 6 to 8 guests. Enjoy walks, swimming and surf fishing on the beach. A short drive to the boat launch will have you fishing on the bay in no time. Or never leave the breezy deck which has lots of space for yoga, reading, and games. This house is perfect for all types of vacations - relaxing and adventure seeking!
Casa de la Costa - on Beach Front Drive
This cozy one bedroom house is just across the street from the dune path to the beach. Come enjoy a peaceful get away as you sit on the deck and watch the sunrise or the ocean while listening to the waves crash on the beach. This entire home features a basic kitchen with a vintage oven. The home also features a picnic table under the house for shaded eating. Enjoy the hammock and the porch swing under the house as well. 2 sleeper sofas offer the ability for 2 more queen beds.
McNeal's Cut Cottage - San Bernard River
Fisherman's dream. A quiet place to relax and enjoy nature. This property is located on a canal directly across from McNeal's cut on the San Bernard River. Perfect for river or shallow water fishing, kayaking and bird watching. Less than a mile to intracostal canal and public boat ramp. Many native and migratory birds can be seen throughout the year and with the San Bernard Wildlife Refuge hosting their annual Migration Celebration it's perfect for bird watchers of all ages.
SEAesta Shack-River Front-Fishing Pier-Starlink
Sleeps a maximum of 9 guests regardless of age/size. Welcome to SEAesta Shack, a 3 Bedroom/2 Bath Colorado River Front getaway is packed full of EVERYTHING your family will need to make a lasting memory. Spend your days either at the beach, fishing, crabbing, kayaking, bird watching, dolphin watching or just taking in the stunning South Texas Sunset on any one of the 3 porches. Or, spend your night fishing on the private pier with our bright fishing light.
Charming river and ocean view cottage.
Have fun with the whole family at our cute beach cabin. This one-bedroom home is cozy, charming and fun. From the house, there are views of the Gulf of Mexico, the Colorado River and Matagorda Bay. You can even walk over to Matagorda Nature Park for a game of mini-golf or beach rentals! This is a second-row house. Beach access is available by walking the dune trails, through the Matagorda Nature Park or the Beach Public Access.
"Sunset Ave" River House w/lighted fishing pier
The fishing pier has excellent lighting (green) and a real nice fish cleaning station with running water sink. You can tie your boat to ends of dock for your stay. You can relax upstairs on the wrap around deck East Bay on front deck and River and West Bay from back deck. This is just a great house for families or smaller fishing groups.
Studio at Beachfront
Unplugged at Beachfront $150.00 a night. Designed for 2 people Studio at Beachfront $100.00 a night. Designed for 2 people. Both spaces together 250.00 a night. Designed for 2 couples or 4 people total. 75 Beachfront Dr Matagorda Texas All guests must be over the age of 25.
Gorda Getaway
Welcome to GORDA GETAWAY a beautiful custom home at a great location with easy quick access to the beach or the river. While relaxing on the front balcony having your morning coffee you can enjoy the stellar views of the ocean and Colorado River.
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Other great vacation rentals in Matagorda
Olivia Bay House
Beachfront cottage with views of ocean and river
Comfortable and affordable house
High Tide: All-day Fishing, Quick East Bay Access
Cozy Getaway
A luxury vacation home with world class fishing
1st Row, Unobstructed Gulf Views, Pet-Friendly!
Matagorda-Ville Charming Cottage
Quick stats about vacation rentals in Matagorda
Total rentals
20 properties
Nightly prices starting at
€ 77 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
580 reviews
Family-friendly rentals
10 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
10 properties allow pets
Wifi availability
20 properties include access to wifi
Your guide to Matagorda
All About Matagorda
Located at the mouth of the Colorado River, midway between Houston and Corpus Cristi, the Texas town of Matagorda has long served as a commercial and recreational fishing port. While these industries still operate in Matagorda today, the area is now also a popular tourist destination due to its abundance of secluded beaches that are rarely busy. Fishing, boating, and general water recreation are the area's primary attractions. However, several surrounding reserves and refuges make Matagorda an excellent base for wildlife viewing excursions.
To the north of town, the San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge has close to 50,000 acres of diverse ecologies, including marshes, woodlands, and sloughs that are home to a wide range of wildlife, such as reddish egrets, alligators, and Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles. Should you tire of critters and currents, the area also has a small history museum, 18-hole golf course with river views, and a handful of Western clothing boutiques.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Matagorda
With its warm waters, Matagorda's location on the Gulf Coast creates a climate with only moderate seasonal differences in precipitation and temperature. As a result, rainfall is relatively consistent and mild throughout the year, with a modest uptick towards the end of summer. May through September is an excellent time to book Matagorda beach rentals as the area experiences hot temperatures conducive to the beach activities and fishing for which the area is known.
If you need a break from the beaches, Houston is a mere two hours away, and hosts a ton of standout events throughout the year, like a jazz festival in September or a food festival in mid-March. During the winter, the Matagorda experiences brisk temperatures that are unsuitable for swimming. However, fishing from the shore or on charter boats is still a popular activity during this time.
Top things to do in Matagorda
Matagorda Bay Nature Park
This coastal nature park on the Matagorda Bay peninsula has more than 1,300 acres of reserve lands available for recreation and exploration. Ocean kayaking, fishing, swimming, and beachcombing are all popular activities in the area, in addition to the public boat ramp and picnicking areas. The Colorado River flows into the Gulf waters at the park's edge, and river rafting trips from upriver into the ocean run through much of the year.
Matagorda County Museum
Located just in the neighboring town of Bay City, this museum hosts several exhibits that detail the early exploration and ranching history of southeastern Texas. A children's room and collection of historical ranch brands from the area are among the more popular attractions. But the museum's most prized exhibit is the collection of artifacts recovered from a 17th-century wreck off the coast of a French sailing vessel. Cannons, cutlery, and treasures from the ship are on display in this small museum.
Great Texas Birding Trail
The central Texas coastline contains several migratory and year-round bird populations in the coastal woodland ecosystems, including whooping cranes, eastern bluebirds, pileated woodpeckers, and many others. The Great Texas Birding Trail encompasses most gulf coastal areas and provides prime viewing opportunities for these and hundreds of other species throughout the year. The Matagorda-Rio Colorado loop runs along the Matagorda peninsula and inland towards Bay City, providing easy access from anywhere in the area.
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