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Bayside Retreat! Bring your boat, private boat ramp at this fabulous bayfront home!

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
TV
TV
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81420 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Kemah, TX
  • Place, Clear Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, South Shore Fitness Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, NASA Johnson Space Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kemah

Within a short walk of Clear Lake, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of South Shore Fitness Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Clear Lake - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • South Shore Fitness Center - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Kemah Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • NASA Johnson Space Center - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Space Center Houston - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Opus Bistro And Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Vibe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bayside Retreat! Bring your boat, private boat ramp at this fabulous bayfront home!

Bayside Retreat! Fish and cook your fresh catch!
Boat slip, and lift currently out of service

Enjoy, relax, lounge on the screened porch with a good book, sunbathe on one of the open decks, swing in the shade over the water, fish off the dock, or bring your boat!
This is a retreat, for healing, for peace, for fun.

There is a private boat ramp, slip, and lift (currently out of service) at this fabulous bayfront home! One of the few, a rare find...
Please contact us for approval if you need to use the boat equipment, (that is for experienced boaters only). A deposit is required.

No boat, that's okay, fish right off the dock, then clean and cook your fresh catch on the grill provided.

What an adventurous place to gather and vacation! After a fun day around the water, enjoy watching the evening sky change to gorgeous sunset colors. There is also a picnic table and grill under the house along with the swing for your enjoyment.

Make time during your stay to head over to the famous Kemah Boardwalk, only 3.6 miles away, for dinner, drinks, shopping, rides and festivities.

You won't want to go home, so book a few extra days if you can!

Additional Info:
Hot tub is NOT operational or available
No parties or loud gatherings
No pets
Charcoal grill available
Steaming TV
Boat Slip available
Minimum age to book is 25
Full line of soap products included
Starter set of paper (toilet paper, paper towels) and plastic (trash bags) included
Bring your beach towels!

Home Rules
Quiet hours 9 pm-9 am.
Vendors have access to the homes on their scheduled day. Service days have the possibility of changing.
A laundry bag will be dropped off 1-2 days prior to departure. No need to worry, please leave it where it has been placed.
This rental property is not used for Nuisance Parties or Unlawful Gatherings. 6 adult maximum plus their dependent children are allowed at the property.
For your safety and security, there may be public-facing cameras installed on the property.
Unauthorized late check-out will incur a penalty of $150 + tax
Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may incur additional fees. Please reach out 1–2 days prior to check-in to inquire about pricing and availability.
​​​​​​​Please note: Upon booking, guests are required to complete a rental agreement, which will be sent via a secure link. Check-in instructions will only be provided after the agreement is completed.

Please note our policy for items left behind:
We are happy to help return items left behind; however, due to logistics and the time required for our team to retrieve and drop off packages, a $25 handling fee plus the cost of shipping will be applied to any items sent back.
We'd much rather you have your belongings with you! Thank you for doing a final "sweep" of the home before you depart.

Available upon request for $40 each, plus tax:
* Pack 'n Play
* High Chair
* Air Mattress

Upon selection/approval of this property, note that basic additional terms & conditions will apply. You will expect to receive our Porter additional terms & conditions via email, which will be enabled for you to thoroughly view and sign digitally. This is not considered an executed document until you view and complete these terms & conditions. We appreciate your understanding of this needed task and we are thrilled for your stay!

We do our best to ensure guests have a 5-star experience. Guests will be provided with a start-up supply of household items such as laundry soap, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, etc so that upon check-in you do not need to run to the store. We do not provide salt, pepper, oils, and spices. If you are staying longer than a few days you will need to purchase these items. Thank you!

Important Note: We want you to enjoy your stay to the fullest, Please be aware amenities may break or not work during your stay and we ll do our best to accommodate you. May an amenity not work or fail during your stay we will do our best to make it right, and we can refund up to 10% of the affected nights to make it right. You have to let us know at the time of notice so we can do our best to remedy the situation.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 1,420 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Waterfront! Supervise at all times!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number BR230188

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

859276

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Kemah within a short 7-minute walk of Clear Lake. You'll also find Kemah Boardwalk and Kemah Lighthouse District within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Bayside Retreat! Bring your boat, private boat ramp at this fabulous bayfront home! a good place to stay for couples?

With a stay at this waterfront vacation home, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each accommodation plus kitchens and water views in some.

Are there hot tubs at Bayside Retreat! Bring your boat, private boat ramp at this fabulous bayfront home!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field), which is 14.7 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 20.9 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Bayside Retreat! Bring your boat, private boat ramp at this fabulous bayfront home!?

Yes, every accommodation at Bayside Retreat! Bring your boat, private boat ramp at this fabulous bayfront home! comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

Bayside Retreat! Bring your boat, private boat ramp at this fabulous bayfront home! Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela D., Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was very clean and nicely decorated with everything we needed for our stay. The highlight of the stay was the outdoor space. We spent all our free time on the dock drinking coffee or wine and looking at the lake. It was a great space for 5 adults who were in town for a wedding. Many of the reviews talked about the number of stairs in the unit. We are all in our mid sixties and had no problems at all with the stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kent T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super nice view of the lake, easy access by boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jenn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good experience!

The place is very nice! Clean, good location, quiet! As some other reviews have stated—there are a lot of stairs! We had some issues—keypad to garage didn’t work, breaker tripping affecting internet & hot water—HOWEVER—manager & owner were quick to respond & remedied the issues quickly! Definitely read amenities before going shopping—they are upfront about it, but there is no foil, baggies, etc. I would suggest some cards, dice & another game or two, but overall good experience! Fishing was fun & kitchen was stocked with great dishware, pans, etc!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B., Mukwonago

Liked: Cleanliness

One of our favorites!

The house was immaculate when we arrived! The views from the multiple decks were gorgeous! All beds comfortable and bedding super soft. Kitchen had top of the line appliances. Plenty of comfortable furniture for game night or watching a movie. All the extra touches were appreciated- from the towels on trays with shells, to large shampoo, conditioner and body wash in both showers, liquid soaps at all sinks, and accessible cleaning products so we could keep the space neat during the week. We visit the area often and will definitely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Russell R.

Liked: Cleanliness

a

fine
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend this property!

This is a beautiful house on Clear Lake with an amazing view! We traveled to Houston and League City for new patient appointments at the MD Anderson locations in both cities. We chose this house hoping for peace and tranquility in between visits and it delivered!!! The house was spotless and felt like home immediately. There are multiple decks to enjoy the view and breeze off the water. We will definitely stay here for my MDA visit in September. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

sherri b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property just a few problems.

We loved the location and the peacefulness of the harbor. The property has many steps. Steps to get to main level. Steps to get to 2 spare bedrooms. Steps from that level to master bedroom and then steps from master bedroom to bathroom. House was clean and well equipped. We had a couple of problems but they did quickly send a repairman to take care of them. The fan in the master bathroom is crazy loud and needs attended to and the master bath mirror is an antique but not useful as a mirror to see. Just a few tweaks and this could be a total gem.The steps were okay for us but many would have a problem. It was a good workout for our legs. We enjoyed our stay and would stay again with just a few suggestions for the next guests.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023