This vacation home places you within a short walk of Colorado River and within a mile (2 km) of Intracoastal Waterway. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
Clive Runnells Family Mad Island Marsh Preserve - 58 min drive - 31.4 miles
Matagorda Bay - 58 min drive - 31.0 miles
Palacious Bay Beach - 64 min drive - 35.2 miles
Sargent Beach - 69 min drive - 42.3 miles
Restaurants
Buddy's Seafood & Bait - 4 min drive
Snappers Bar & Grill - 8 min walk
Pluggers Pub - 4 min drive
River Bend Tavern & Restaurant - 1 min walk
Latitudes - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Big House with great River view
Nearly 3500-square-foot home sitting on a double oversized lot. River view of the beautiful Colorado River in the luxurious Riverbend subdivision in Matagorda, TX. Quiet and peaceful getaway from the hustle and bustle of busy life. Great fishing!! 200 yards from the public boat ramp with access to Gulf of Mexico offshore fishing or bay fishing in East or West Matagorda Bay. "Community" fishing pier directly across the street. Fish cleaning station available on our property. 1 mile from town center, restaurants, and shops. 5-minute drive to the beach. 20 minutes to Bay City for golf, shops, eating, etc. Beautiful 5-bedroom/2-bathroom coastal decorated house sleeps 15 with 2 kings, 1 Queen, 2 twins and 4 futons and LOTS of room for your own air mattresses. 3 living rooms with lots of seating and recliners including a card or domino table, sliding door leads to great deck for a beautiful view of the river. Pool table, foosball table, Xbox, satellite tv, and family games available for entertainment. Full sized washer and dryer downstairs, full commercial kitchen downstairs, smaller kitchen upstairs. Fully stocked with everything you will need. Fridge upstairs and downstairs. Ice machine downstairs kitchen. A brand new roomy fish cleaning table has been built at the back of the house. This is a great multi-family rental!
Fully fenced yard and downstairs only access for your 4-legged family members (no pets upstairs and separate pet fee required). Propane grill and also charcaol pit outside for your barbequing needs, fire pit for use (but check for burn ban in effect). We also have a mosquito misting system so your time outdoors can be more comfortable Nearly 3500-square-foot home sitting on a double oversized lot. River view of the beautiful Colorado River in the luxurious Riverbend subdivision in Matagorda, TX. Quiet and peaceful getaway from the hustle and bustle of busy life. Great fishing!! 200 yards from the public boat ramp with access to Gulf of Mexico offshore fishing or bay fishing in East or West Matagorda Bay. "Community" fishing pier directly across the street. Fish cleaning station available on our property. 1 mile from town center, restaurants, and shops. 5-minute drive to the beach. 20 minutes to Bay City for golf, shops, eating, etc.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a fenced private yard.
Property manager
Patti Ward
Languages
English
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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)
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Unit size: 3,500 square feet
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: DOGS ALLOWED DOWNSTAIRS ONLY, NO DOGS UPSTAIRS. PL
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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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 smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Matagorda within a short 13-minute walk of Colorado River. Intracoastal Waterway is also within a driving distance of 1.1 mi.
Is there parking available 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.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Big House with great River view?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a firepit.
Are there hot tubs at Big House with great River view?
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.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Big House with great River view?
Yes, every accommodation at Big House with great River view comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.
Big House with great River view Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tifani G.
Sep 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House
I booked this last minute for my husband and his friends. They had an amazing time and enjoyed their stay.
Tifani G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Irene H.
Aug 14, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Matagorda
Wasn’t informed the house had flooded just weeks before our stay. Sewer backup in downstairs bathroom. We spent 2 hours cleaning.
Irene H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Douglas N.
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great host!
Great place to stay for us brothers' annual fishing trip. Everything was clean. Comfy and quiet neighborhood.
Douglas N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
vern J.
Mar 7, 2024
Good for a family gathering.
Odd little spaces, good for a family gathering.
vern J.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gertrude M., Houston, Texas
Jul 2, 2023
Family Vacation
This house is great for large families. Caught lots of fish. The men loved shooting pool in the garage. The property manager was amazing. Very fast response on any questions or issues.