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Matagorda beach vacation rentals

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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
Tropical Maniac Shack5 locals recommend
Pluggers Pub4 locals recommend

Matagorda vacation rentals

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Home in Surfside Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews

Boho Beach Vibes | Beachfront | Sleeps 16!

DeeAnnRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Perfect location, right on the beach. Home had the perfect layout for multiple guests - 6 bedrooms/6 baths - and entertaining. Would definitely rent again! Thank you!!
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Home in Surfside Beach
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 91 reviews

Surfside Canal Front Fishing House Beach

TrinhRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Our family stayed for 2 nights and we had little kids, 6 and 4. The kids love waking up and able to get downstairs and started fishing right away. Quiet neighborhoods. Boi was very responsive and friendly.
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Camper/RV in Palacios
5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Simplicity & Luxury's Off-Spring

MatthewRating, 5 stars2 months ago
The RV I rented (in the picture) wasn't available but Derick brought in another RV and parked it right in front of the bay (as shown in his other listing). The location upgrade was fantastic and I really appreciated Derick's efforts to accommodate my stay. The RV was once again spotless and comfortable. A/C and heat worked great. Easy to find and so very peaceful and quiet there. Highly recommend a stay with Derick!
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Home in Surfside Beach
5 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews

Surfside House

MaryRating, 5 stars6 months ago
We had a great stay at Casa Surfside. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Quality appliances and kitchenware that made cooking easy. Plenty of towels and toilet paper. Comfy furniture. Loved all the beach gear and toys for the kids! The location was excellent. Definitely recommend staying here!
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Home in Surfside Beach
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews

Dolphin on the Beach - Sleeps 12

MathewRating, 5 stars9 months ago
This is the third time our family has stayed at the beautiful Dolphins Beach Cottage. When it's available, we stay nowhere else but this home. We're already planning our next stay there. The home has plenty of room for 10-12 people. We usually have 9 people with two dogs and its plenty of room. This trip was a little different than usual as we started our stay on the 16th of July, less than a week and a half or so after Surfside took a direct hit from a hurricane. Tom communicated frequently with me leading up to check in and answered promptly when i had a question about the status of the home. Fortunately, the home sustained little damage and Tom had it ready to go for our stay. The house is situated perfectly on the beach with a shared walkway directly onto the beach. You can't beat the proximity of this home to the water. From the door to the beach in under a couple of minutes dragging a wagon full of beach stuff. Thanks again, Tom. Another amazing stay. Lets do this again!
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Home in Surfside Beach
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Surfside 3BR Stunning OceanViews Step from Beach

BenjaminRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Linda was a great host - right by the beach. This was without a doubt the cleanest beach home we've ever been to!
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Cottage in Matagorda
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Gone Coastal Cottage - Kiwi

JaeRating, 5 stars4 months ago
This place was nice and quiet. I stayed there for two weeks during my night hitch, and it was peaceful. There is a lovely little private BBQ area as well. I will definitely rent there again when I am in the area.
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Home in Matagorda
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews

(3 bedroom) 1 Story Home; Located Matagorda, Texas

KiaraRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Enjoyed our stay. Place has everything we needed for a family weekend getaway. It’s right around the corner from Stanley’s and just down the road from the beach. Loved it!

Beach house rentals in Matagorda

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Home in Surfside Beach
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 52 reviews

Shore House: Sand Beneath, Waves at Your Doorstep!

AlexRating, 5 stars1 month ago
We loved staying here and Steve was a great host! There were some plumping issues (something apparently the city has struggled with since the hurricane) but Steve was so responsive and helpful and had it fixed in no time! I would definitely recommend staying here if you are looking for a relaxing beach weekend!
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Home in Freeport
4.63 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews

Home on the Beach + 2 Kayaks and 2 Paddle Boards!

RachelRating, 5 stars13 months ago
I highly recommend John's place for your next stay. The spacious, fenced-in yard and well-equipped, generously sized home exceeded our expectations. Every detail was carefully considered, ensuring a comfortable stay for our family with no complaints. The view was incredible with the beach just steps away, and we cannot wait to return!
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Home in Surfside Beach
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews

Beachfront 1st Row

JillRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
We celebrated a family birthday in this lovely beach home. It has a fantastic location - just steps from the beach, with great views of the ocean from the decks and front windows. Hosts provided all necessary amenities including bed linens, and bath and beach towels. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, coffee maker, toaster, blender, etc. Terry and Katherine communicated well and were prompt to respond. We felt safe in this community and would definitely stay here in the future.
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Home in Surfside Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 236 reviews

Front Row Beautiful Newer Beach Home

JoyceRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Melissa’s place had everything we needed. It was so nice to sit on the balcony and watch the ocean or relax in the cozy living room and watch a movie. We enjoyed walking down the beach and ate at The Seahorse Grill several times. I recommend their queso and coconut shrimp.
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Home in Bay City
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Nautilus

Sierra LaurenRating, 5 stars9 months ago
This is our second time staying at the house and it was just as amazing at two years ago. I loved watching the sunrise on the front deck with coffee (they have normal coffee pot and Kurig). The beds were comfortable. The house was very clean. Carla was helpful and responsive with questions. We also loved the sunsets from the back deck. There were tons of mosquitos, so be prepared with OFF!!
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Home in Surfside Beach
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews

Steps to the Beach +Grill+Sleeps 12 +Backyard

AngieRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
What i love about surfside how quiet and peaceful it is and the water is clear nothing like the big city like galveston and dirty water and this home was extremely spacious and loved how tall the ceilings were ! They had a playpen and several baby things which was extremely helpful for our stay with our infant ! I would definitely recommend this place to anybody !
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Home in Matagorda
4.73 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews

Stay Salty: Cozy Beach Cottage with Ocean Views!

LeneRating, 5 stars1 month ago
We loved this little beach gem and had all we needed. Great location! Definitely recommend.
Guest favorite
Home in Surfside Beach
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews

Beachside Retreat with Private Pool/Stunning Views

LevyRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Place was very clean had a great time would love to come back

Matagorda house rentals

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Home in Port Lavaca
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 85 reviews

Olivia Bay House

RobertRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Had a great time. Lucas was very responsive when had a question. Great fishing
Top guest favorite
Home in Port O'Connor
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews

Fish Camp - POC Hideaways

RaelynnRating, 5 stars4 days ago
This house was everything in the listing and more. The house was significantly bigger than I was expecting. Perfect for a family vacation! We will be visiting again! Thank you!
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Home in Surfside Beach
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 87 reviews

Sunny Days- Great 2nd Row House with Awesome Views

ColetteRating, 5 stars8 months ago
Tk was a wonderful & responsive host! Our originally booked place was in poor condition. Tk took our reservation for the next day, letting us check-in early. The house was perfect for our group. There's plenty of room for a large family. The dining tables are ideal for board & card games. The kitchen had plenty of dishes, varied pots & pans, & was easy-to-use. Everyone said their beds were comfortable. Tk let us know the city water wasn't usable for cooking and drinking (maybe because of the recent hurricane?). I would say, it's not great for bathing either. We ended up using gallon bottles for hair & hands. This house had quick easy access to the beach. The beach had other visitors but was never crowded. Everyone was responsible & respectful (no crazy music or drunken behavior). It was a very family friendly area. Overall we had a great time and really enjoyed the slower pace in Surfside!
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Home in Bay City
5 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Stylish Charm

Bradley KeithRating, 5 stars1 week ago
house was amazing very clean would recommend staying
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Home in Bay City
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

The Sunshine House

XaviRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
I had a great time staying here, super relaxing and enjoyed the bonfire at nights! Really calm place! 10/10 recommend
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Home in Port Lavaca
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

The House of Las Palmas

PaulineRating, 5 stars8 months ago
Great place for our family to gather for a fishing weekend! Comfy couches in the living room with a huge TV. Lots of counter space in the kitchen. Delicious selection of coffee pods provided for us! AC was wonderfully refreshing during the hottest weekend of the year. Bathrooms were big. We had a fun time driving down the road to flounder and crab. Would definitely stay again!
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Home in Palacios
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Cute House in Palacios for Short Term Rental

EricRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Our stay at Tanja’s place was amazing. The rooms were very cozy and by far some of the best sleep I had while visiting. There was plenty of parking space. The home was very clean and comfortably accommodating. It felt like a home away from home.
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Home in Matagorda
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews

Matagorda Riverside Lodge

JoeRating, 5 stars6 months ago
Our stay at the Lodge was super awesome as always. Place was as described and then some! Thank you Mr. Lucas for your awesome hospitality our stay was satisfying and accommodating.We look forward to future occasions with yall!!🙂👍👍

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Matagorda

  • Total rentals

    20 properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    ﺩ.ﺇ331 before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    500 reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    10 properties are a good fit for families

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    10 properties allow pets

  • Wifi availability

    10 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.

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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