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Coastal Retreat in Selkirk Island, Matagorda, Texas

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
Golf

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bay city, TX
  • Place, Matagorda Beach
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Matagorda County Birding and Nature Center
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Matagorda Bay
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Coastal Retreat in Selkirk Island, Matagorda, Texas

Coastal Retreat is a peaceful and private getaway from the hustle bustle of home and work. It sits on a large plot of land with a beautiful pond overlooking a peaceful pasture. Bring your binoculars to view the variety of migratory birds and the deer that can be seen on the property. There is a large covered back porch with deck chairs to enjoy the restful Matagorda breezes.
The house is elevated which allows for a nice, breezy covered area underneath for entertaining. A BBQ grill has been provided along with a large picnic table. Nearby is a fire pit with wood furnished to burn while you enjoy the Matagorda sunsets. There is a spacious lawn for children to play games and there is plenty of parking for your boat along with a water hose nearby. The house has two bedrooms. The master has a new king mattress, all new bedding and a 40” smart TV. The guest room has bunk beds which are Full Extra Long over Queen. Mattresses and all bedding are new and the guest room also has a 40” smart TV. The home has a recently updated kitchen with a granite island, a range with convection oven, microwave, toaster and coffee pot. The kitchen is furnished with dishes, utensils and cookware and also has utensils for BBQ grill. Coastal Retreat is a short drive to nearby Matagorda Harbor where there is a boat ramp. Matagorda Beach is a favorite destination for fishing, swimming, beach combing and bird watching.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All visitors must be approved in advance.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bay City

Located in Bay City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. City by the Sea Museum and MOPAC Train Depot are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rio Colorado Golf Course and Serendumpity Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bay city, TX

What's nearby

  • Intracoastal Waterway - 17 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Matagorda Bay Nature Park - 25 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Matagorda Beach - 31 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Matagorda County Birding and Nature Center - 38 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Matagorda Bay - 52 min drive - 36.1 km

Getting around

  • Victoria, TX (VCT-Victoria Regional) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coastal Que BBQ - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Snappers Bar & Grill - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Poco Playa - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Retreat in Selkirk Island, Matagorda, Texas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Coastal Retreat in Selkirk Island, Matagorda, Texas ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Retreat in Selkirk Island, Matagorda, Texas ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Retreat in Selkirk Island, Matagorda, Texas ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Retreat in Selkirk Island, Matagorda, Texas located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps from Colorado River and 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Intracoastal Waterway. Matagorda Bay Nature Park and Matagorda Beach are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was a cozy little hideaway.We thoroughly enjoyed it. The owners were absolutely awesome.Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne D.

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

Quiet getaway!

It was a great location to Matagorda Harbor. Great restaurant right there too! Beds were VERY comfortable. We’d stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

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

Great place

The property was clean and has everything you need for comfort, cooking and cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mollie M.

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

Beautiful Retreat!

We were Susan and Terry's first renters and we loved it! We'd never been to Matagorda Beach but it was awesome. Less touristy. Drive right on the beach for $10/yr. (Make sure you bring your 4x4 though...the sand is soft! Lots of folks were getting stuck.) There's a parking lot within walking distance if you don't have an off road vehicle. But the beach itself was clean (for the gulf) and fun! The only downside is that this retreat is an escape so there's nothing "close by." You're a good 30 minutes from dinner, shopping, etc. But the home is comfy with all the amenities and the view! It's spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelby L.

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

Review

We loved our stay! It was the prefect weekend. We definitely will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Autumn C.

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

Property was in the perfect location, and everything we needed.

Great location, very clean, Susan was great, and quick to respond to any questions we had. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

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

Loved this place ❤

This is exactly what me and my partner needed. We loved staying in Susan house it was so peaceful and had everything we needed. Loved the country and loved the beach so beautiful. And the nice little restaurants around the area are wonderful with kind people. My partner loved it and he said we definitely should come back. Susan was a great host and very kind !! Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Deanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication

Don't stay unless you enjoy being bothered by owner.

Owner hovered and came to property twice in 12 hrs. I've stayed at many vrbo properties and never dealt with owner/ manager popping in unannounced. She won't get many repeat customers and that's guaranteed. No where does the rules say you can't have a guest during daytime hours. Complaining of having 5 instead of 4 daytime visitors (not overnight guests) made an uncomfortable stay. Would not recommend this property unless you enjoy being watched and confronted.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

daniel h.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Susan

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