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A family friendly retreat close to fishing and the beach!

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A kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining area with white chairs and a wooden table.
A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a television.
A single-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a covered patio area.
A brown reclining sofa with a blanket, a coffee table, and a side table with a lamp.
A wooden pergola with a seating area underneath, including a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near MOPAC Train Depot
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bay City, TX
  • Place, Matagorda County Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay City Municipal Court
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, MOPAC Train Depot
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

A family friendly retreat close to fishing and the beach!

Relax & refresh at this private yet centrally located home. Just a few blocks from historic downtown, yet off the beaten path with plenty of outdoor space for the family including patio furniture BBQ pit and a fire pit. Indoors enjoy relaxing amenities for unwinding like a big deep soak tub!

Neighborhood splash park one block away for those hot Texas days! Matagorda beach and nature park just 28 miles away.

Shopping, dining, movies, bowling, museums just minutes away.

Come enjoy!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Pet fee applies.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
FIRE PIT - Enjoy responsibly! Fire must be contained in the fire pit, do not leave unattended. Keep water hose ready. Extinguish completely.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3625918
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Bay City

Located in Bay City, this vacation home is near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Matagorda County Birding and Nature Center and Colorado River, while Matagorda County Museum and MOPAC Train Depot are cultural highlights. Motor boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Matagorda County Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bay City Municipal Court - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bay City Dog Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • MOPAC Train Depot - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Matagorda Beach - 50 min drive - 55.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Diamond S - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Zarape - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A family friendly retreat close to fishing and the beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at A family friendly retreat close to fishing and the beach!?

As of Aug 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A family friendly retreat close to fishing and the beach! on Oct 6, 2026 start from $194, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A family friendly retreat close to fishing and the beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A family friendly retreat close to fishing and the beach!?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A family friendly retreat close to fishing and the beach! located?

Situated in Bay City, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Matagorda County Museum, Bay City Dog Park, and Bay City Municipal Court. MOPAC Train Depot and Colorado River are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eclipse E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Me and my kids had an amazing time loved having our own little home to stay at while on vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nolan K.

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

Great spot

Great spot! Nice get away
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tasha S.

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

Cozy

The sunshine house was an absolute great place, the area was easy to get to different places for food and entertainment
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith N.

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

Bay City

This is a nice space. It's very comfortable and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 17, 2025
We are very glad to hear that! That is our goal!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heidi was beyond welcoming, kind, and helpful! She helped us out when she didn’t have to due to flight cancellations. I look forward to working with Heidi in the future, a phenomenal host that I would recommend everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Becky D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Matagorda Weekend

The little cottage was very clean and comfortable. It was only 30 minutes from the beach which was very convenient. The home did not seem to match the neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea P.

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

Nice, comfortable Bay City stay

The house was very clean and very nice. In a good location, Bay City has everything you can possibly need. The only down side is that the driveway to the house gets very muddy in the rain and may require 4-wheeled drive.
Stayed 39 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Heidi

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Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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