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Waterfront Cabin On Bastrop Bayou With A Lighted Fishing Pier

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Sleeper sofa

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upstairs Loft

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Cabin On Bastrop Bayou With A Lighted Fishing Pier

Welcome to Bayou Oaks – Your Waterfront Fishing & Nature Retreat in Demi John

Bayou Oaks is a peaceful and family-friendly waterfront escape nestled along Bastrop Bayou in the quiet, island-style community of Demi John. Whether you’re here to fish, explore, or simply relax by the water, this charming home is the perfect basecamp for adventure and serenity.

With 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and accommodations for up to 6 guests, Bayou Oaks is ideal for small families, friend groups, or dedicated anglers. The home is comfortably furnished and includes all linens at no extra charge, including sheet sets, bath towel sets, beach towels, and kitchen linens—all provided for your convenience.

Sleeping arrangements include:
• 1 Double Bed
• 1 Twin Trundle Set
• 1 Single Couch
• 1 Day Bed

Out back, you’ll find what truly sets Bayou Oaks apart—a private fishing pier where you can cast a line for trout, redfish, and flounder under the brightest lights on the bayou. Bring your boat and keep it tied up at the pier for quick access to the West Galveston Bay complex.

In the evenings, gather around the shared large fire pit with seating for 6+, or enjoy a laid-back dinner at the picnic table area while the breeze rolls off the water.

You’re also just steps away from Captain Mark’s Marina, a full-service spot with fuel, ice, drinks, snacks, and a boat ramp. On weekends, the marina is the heart of local activity, often hosting fishing tournaments, cook-offs, golf cart parades, and fundraisers—giving you a true taste of the Demi John community.

Right across the bayou, the Bastrop Bayou Public Fishing Area features a 200-foot lighted pier, paved parking, and an additional boat ramp, making it an angler’s paradise.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love exploring the nearby Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge, just down County Road 476. Spanning nearly 46,000 acres, the refuge offers hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife viewing across salt marshes, freshwater wetlands, coastal prairies, and forests. Don’t miss the Middle Bayou Trail, a 2-mile elevated path with sweeping prairie views, or the Big Slough Auto Tour and Boardwalk, where you can spot alligators, turtles, birds, and butterflies in their natural habitats.

Looking to relax on the sand? Surfside Beach is only 8 minutes away by car! Pack your cooler and head over for a sun-soaked beach day, or keep the fishing going in nearby Drum Bay, Christmas Bay, West Galveston Bay, the Intracoastal Canal, or the Gulf of Mexico.

Need even more space? Ask us about Bayou Oaks Too, another wonderful property we manage just a few doors down in Demi John.

Whether you’re planning a fishing weekend, a nature-filled getaway, or a cozy family retreat, Bayou Oaks is your headquarters for adventure, comfort, and unforgettable coastal charm.

A $300.00 security deposit “HOLD” will be processed 2 days prior to check in from the owners online booking platform. You will need to provide them with a credit card for this transaction “hold”. This is just a hold and will not be collected unless there are rule violations, damages to the property or guests do not follow the check out instructions. Please message us if you have any questions with regard to the security deposit. We are happy to help.
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About the neighborhood

Freeport

Located in Freeport, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The Mystery - Shrimp Boat Fleet Monument and Stephen F Austin Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Surfside Beach and Quintana Xeriscape Nature Reserve. Brazosport Museum of Natural Science and Sea Center Texas are also worth visiting. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Shank Lake - 9 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Port of Freeport - 18 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Surfside Beach - 18 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Swan Lake - 19 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Surfside Jetty Park - 20 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Islanders - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Marlin Marina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rythm & Brews - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪KC's On The Creek - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Texas Rockbarn - ‬17 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

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Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carron L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beauty in the Bayou

Charming place to explore and relax!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun

We had a great time fishing and spending time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

Perfect location and host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 14, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review for this owner. They work very hard to provide a fun beach experience for every guest. We sincerely hope that you will consider renting from us again during your next trip to Surfside Beach. Thank You, Beach Resort Services – Property Manager since 1995
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing and fun stay

We appreciated the hospitality from the owners who were on-site, but gave us all the privacy we needed. The cottage was clean and cozy, the grounds were beautiful, and the dock was well equipped including a continuous running live well! Thanks Richard for a great time at the cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review for this owner. They work very hard to provide a fun beach experience for every guest. We sincerely hope that you will consider renting from us again during your next trip to Surfside Beach. Thank You, Beach Resort Services – Property Manager since 1995
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing View

We had a great time. The location is very relaxing and we really enjoyed our stay. We appreciate the host being on site but not intrusive. We really appreciated all the extra firewood so we could keep our fire burning during our entire visit. We highly recommend to everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 8, 2024
Thank you for the kind review. We are sincerely happy you enjoyed your stay. You and your guests were amazing. Very respectful of rules and the property. We would sincerely love to host you & your group again soon! Thank you for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

1st family vacation and it was EVERYTHING
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 3, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review for this owner. They work very hard to provide a fun beach experience for every guest. We sincerely hope that you will consider renting from us again during your next trip to Surfside Beach. Thank You, Beach Resort Services – Property Manager since 1995
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Off the beaten path

The property at Bayou Oaks was clean and just as described. The owners are on sight and are available, but not nosey. Dining and shopping were 20 minutes away and an easy drive. We intend to go back for fishing and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 3, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review for this owner. They work very hard to provide a fun beach experience for every guest. We sincerely hope that you will consider renting from us again during your next trip to Surfside Beach. Thank You, Beach Resort Services – Property Manager since 1995
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend of fishing and relaxing

Beautiful home, wonderful location and extremely peaceful. Just what my husband and I were hoping for the weekend. We fished in Bastrop and Christmas Bays with great success. Took advantage of the private pier on the property to fish at night. Also did some kayaking. Marina is less than 5 minutes away. Owners are a delight and shared tips about the area. Look forward to a return stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2020
Good Afternoon - Thank you so very much for the kind review. This owner works hard to provide a fun comfortable property and a great beach experience. We sincerely look forward to hosting your next stay here in Demi John Island, TX. Thank You!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful All Around

First entering the home the house is a pictures and very beautiful inside. So fresh and clean and well put together with the decorations. Second entering the back yard is what really caught our eye. Just and overall nice set up leading to the pier to fish. We caught so many types of fish, crabs, and two alligator gar but almost caught three. It was just so much fun hanging out at this location. We will definitely love to spend time at your place again. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with the Williams Family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 8, 2024
Thank you for the kind review. We are sincerely happy you enjoyed your stay. You and your guests were amazing. Very respectful of rules and the property. We would sincerely love to host you & your group again soon! Thank you for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, comfortable stay

The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and pans which made making meals easy. The view from the back porch was beautiful. It was quiet and peaceful and a great escape from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review for this owner. They work very hard to provide a fun beach experience for every guest. We sincerely hope that you will consider renting from us again during your next trip to Surfside Beach. Thank You, Beach Resort Services – Property Manager since 1995
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Weekend

Nice property and a perfect location for a fishing getaway. Clean, well stocked and the property manager was very courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review for this owner. They work very hard to provide a fun beach experience for every guest. We sincerely hope that you will consider renting from us again during your next trip to Surfside Beach. Thank You, Beach Resort Services – Property Manager since 1995
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

Loved the property and the manager went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and contribute to a great vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 3, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review for this owner. They work very hard to provide a fun beach experience for every guest. We sincerely hope that you will consider renting from us again during your next trip to Surfside Beach. Thank You, Beach Resort Services – Property Manager since 1995
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Everything was fantastic. Owners are great people.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2021
Good Afternoon - Thank you so very much for taking a few minutes to leave a kind review. This owner puts so much into the property and providing a fun filled beach vacation experience. Please allow us to host your next stay here in Surfside Beach.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and serenity

We happened upon this listing while looking for a (last minute) spring break getaway. I took my mother, my 11 yoa daughter and her friend. The girls absolutely LOVED the upstairs “crowsnest” and porch. Bayou Oaks was absolutely perfect! Only 15 minutes from Surfside beach. I can’t wait to take my husband back for a grown up fishing date weekend . Thank you so much to the Elliots , who were wonderful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to leave a kind review for this owner. They work very hard to provide a fun beach experience for every guest. We sincerely hope that you will consider renting from us again during your next trip to Surfside Beach. Thank You, Beach Resort Services – Property Manager since 1995
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nelson g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for those wanting to fish!

Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2020
Good Afternoon - Thank you so very much for the kind review. This owner works hard to provide a fun comfortable property and a great beach experience. We sincerely look forward to hosting your next stay here in Surfside Beach, TX. Thank You!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't say enough!

Beautiful! So much better than we expected. The owners of this place are WONDERFUL people and they take exceptional care of their property. We will definitely be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 19, 2020
Good Afternoon - Thank you for your kind review! These owners work diligently to provide a fun, comfortable place for guests to host family gatherings and events! We SINCERELY appreciate your business and look forward to hosting your family again soon!
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