Matagorda vacation rentals

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Matagorda

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Apartment in Palacios

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

Coastal Cottage Bay House - Deluxe Studio

Coastal Cottage Bay House has 3 apartments. The Studio Duplex has soundproofed walls. It has a private screened in porch to relax. 2 Beds Available. Bay View. 1 Bedroom apartment w/ full Kitchen. 2 Queen beds and a Queen Futon Bed. Beautiful Bay Views. The Barndominium, inside a 1920s Barn was renovated in Dec 2021 w/ a Coastal flare for you to enjoy a relaxing vacation. There is a gazebo for you to sit eat and relax in. 2 Beds available Our apartments offer privacy for a beach get away

$103 per night
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Home in Matagorda

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

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!

Aug 5 – 12

$193 per night
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Cottage in Matagorda

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews

River house dock wt nightlight game room town side

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!

Aug 29 – Sep 5

$231 per night

Popular amenities for Matagorda vacation rentals

Stay near Matagorda's top sights

Waterfront Restaurant11 locals recommend
Poco Playa Restaurant, Bar & Village11 locals recommend
Stanley's General Store8 locals recommend
Buddy's Seafood & Bait8 locals recommend
Cassady's Coffee Bar & Cafe3 locals recommend
Spoonbills Restaurant3 locals recommend

Matagorda house rentals

Guest favorite

Home in Surfside Beach

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

DayDreamBeliever Beach House -3 Bedrm

Sep 4 – 11

$210 per night
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Home in Surfside Beach

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 269 reviews

AS SEEN ON HGTV! PET FRIENDLY/2 MIN WALK TO BEACH

Oct 29 – Nov 5

$165 per night
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Home in Surfside Beach

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews

🌴Surfside paradise #1-amazing views, beach access🌴

Oct 18 – 25

$166 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Surfside Beach

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews

Moonlight Sands

Nov 13 – 20

$167 per night
Superhost

Home in Brazoria

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

River House Getaway

Apr 27 – May 4

$137 per night
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Home in Palacios

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviews

Little Coastal Cabin in Palacios, TX

Feb 28 – Mar 7

$98 per night
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Home in Bay City

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews

The Sunshine House *Improved*

May 26 – Jun 2

$102 per night
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Home in Matagorda

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Gorda Getaway - Updated Home on the Colorado River

Nov 30 – Dec 7

$344 per night
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Home in Matagorda

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

BIG FISH LODGE

Mar 4 – 11

$475 per night
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Home in Bay City

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews

The Ultimate Fishing Getaway

Sep 11 – 18

$264 per night
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Home in Surfside Beach

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews

Surfside Beachfront Luxe

Sep 23 – 30

$337 per night
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Home in Bay City

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 88 reviews

~Home Away from Home ~

Aug 11 – 18

$105 per night

Matagorda waterfront vacation rentals

Superhost

Home in Surfside Beach

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews

Beachfront 1st Row

Apr 2 – 9

$326 per night
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Home in Surfside Beach

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

3BR Surfside Stunning Ocean Views Step from Beach!

May 13 – 20

$214 per night
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Cabin in Sargent

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 89 reviews

Quilted Canal Cabin - Fish, Play & Relax

Apr 7 – 14

$161 per night
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Cabin in Sargent

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Sargent TX Seagull Seaclusion

Jun 21 – 28

$100 per night
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Cottage in Matagorda County

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews

Cozy Beach Front Cottage

Dec 16 – 23

$158 per night
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Townhouse in Sargent

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews

Paradise Point- Home on the Canal & Creek.

Sep 14 – 21

$127 per night
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Home in Bay City

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviews

A luxury vacation home with world class fishing

Jun 4 – 11

$257 per night
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Home in Bay City

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

Sunny's Sargent Spot

Nov 6 – 13

$176 per night
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Home in Bay City

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

CreekLife-Get Away, Relax, Fish. Fun! Waterfront!

Nov 4 – 11

$296 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Bay City

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 82 reviews

High Tide: All-day Fishing, Quick East Bay Access

Aug 24 – 31

$271 per night
Superhost

Home in Bay City

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Nautilus

May 20 – 27

$399 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Sargent

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 83 reviews

The Pier House in Sargent, TX (close to Houston)

Dec 18 – 25

$263 per night

Matagorda fishing vacation rentals

Guest favorite

Condo in Galveston

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews

Family Fun Bay Beach Fishing Pools Sleeps 9

Dec 6 – 13

$285 per night
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Townhouse in Matagorda

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Casa de Marta

Oct 12 – 19

$220 per night
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Ranch in Midfield

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

★Beautiful Texas ranch retreat with lake.cabin#3★

Apr 9 – 16

$115 per night
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Condo in Matagorda

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews

Awesome Over-Water Condo - Spring Discount Rates!

Oct 22 – 29

$241 per night
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Home in Brazoria

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Lone Oak River Retreat - Fisherman's Paradise!

Aug 9 – 16

$157 per night
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Home in Brazoria

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Spacious Family Getaway on the San Bernard River!

Jun 22 – 29

$329 per night
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Home in Lake Jackson

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews

Private retreat home

Nov 8 – 15

$118 per night
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Condo in Galveston

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews

Pointe West Beach Club Direct Views Ocean Front

Nov 28 – Dec 5

$197 per night
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Home in Surfside Beach

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

Casa Surfside

May 4 – 11

$357 per night
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Vacation home in Surfside Beach

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews

Cheerful 3-Bedroom w/ boat dock & views of estuary

Feb 6 – 13

$170 per night
Superhost

Home in Angleton

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews

House on the Bayou Private Fishing 🎣 Near beach🏝

Jul 1 – 8

$287 per night
Superhost

Condo in Quintana

4.65 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Oceanfront Condo Steps to Beach & Golf Cart Rental

Nov 17 – 24

$187 per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Matagorda

Total rentals

30 properties

Wifi availability

20 properties include access to wifi

Pet-friendly rentals

10 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

10 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

460 reviews

Nightly prices starting at

$80 before taxes and fees

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Matagorda?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Matagorda. Choose from more than 10 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • Do house rentals in Matagorda have a bbq area?

    Absolutely! We offer over 10 house rentals with a bbq area in Matagorda. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

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