Title: Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=82881391&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! ![Interior - Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! (Matagorda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82890000/82881400/82881391/732e588d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! (Matagorda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82890000/82881400/82881391/6e093c12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! (Matagorda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82890000/82881400/82881391/97446b6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! (Matagorda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82890000/82881400/82881391/19e52ff3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, bed sheets - Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! (Matagorda)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82890000/82881400/82881391/063e257a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on the Gulf Coast of Texas, this charming stilted cottage offers a serene riverfront setting with 3 bedrooms and an expansive wrap-around deck. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, enjoy great sunrise and sunset views while fishing/crabbing from the lighted dock or dine in the screened-in area downstairs. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! Nestled on the picturesque Gulf Coast of Texas, this charming, stilted cottage offers the best of coastal living along a serene riverfront setting. It includes 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and washer and dryer. The master bedroom features a comfortable queen-size bed, while the second bedroom offers two full-size beds, and the third bedroom includes a versatile full-size trundle bed with an additional twin bed. The open and light-filled living spaces offer perfect views of the Colorado river and the natural surroundings of Matagorda Bay. Step onto the expansive wrap-around deck and enjoy both great sunrise and sunset views. With a lighted dock on the river, outdoor enthusiasts can partake in fishing/crabbing day or night. Next to the dock is an outdoor shower and fish cleaning station with running water. For memorable outdoor dining experiences, there's a screened-in dining area where you can enjoy your catch of the day prepared in either the dual fish fryer or propane grill, both found downstairs. Access to Matagorda beach is only a short 5-minute drive. This riverfront house is a true gem that offers the perfect getaway from the city, with outdoor adventures and cherished moments in the Gulf Coast paradise. The following is included with this rental \- Wifi \- Central Air Conditioning \- Hair dryer \- Essentials Guest access: Upon booking please include your email address and I will forward your welcome letter with access information. PARTIES OR FIREWORKS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THIS PROPERTY. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: outside ONLY ### Location highlights - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90300000/90294400/90294339/6a64ba5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cassie's Cove is a perfect multi family getaway Matagorda - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 7.6 Good 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=90294339&PinnedHotelID=90294339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92510000/92503300/92503245/5d2a2c5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorda Getaway - Updated Home on the Colorado River, Minutes to Matagorda Beach! 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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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b5e02bx ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.63515%2C-95.96835&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Fi92qShJlcttRv52qvxf_pm4ONs=) Matagorda, TX #### What's nearby - Matagorda Bay Nature Park \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Intracoastal Waterway \- 6 min drive \- 6.8 km - Matagorda Beach \- 8 min drive \- 6.4 km - Matagorda County Birding and Nature Center \- 42 min drive \- 51.8 km - Matagorda Bay \- 59 min drive \- 68.0 km #### Restaurants - ‪Coastal Que BBQ - ‬7 min drive - ‪Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min drive - ‪Snappers Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive - ‪Poco Playa - ‬7 min drive - ‪Pluggers Pub - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets!? ### What time is check-out at Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets!? ### Where is Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Beautiful River House w/lighted fishing pier & great sunsets! Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce C. Aug 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great fishing house Nice and easy to stay here ##### Bruce C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra H. May 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sunset Avenue Great place to stay, a few minutes away from town and the beach. Home was really nice, very clean and had plenty of household items available for us to cook, etc. ##### Debra H. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brook W. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Memorial Weekend Loved the property! Great spot on the river and the house is in great condition, pictures match it perfect! ##### Brook W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy T. Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fishing Loved the house!! Gonna have to go back!! ##### Christy T. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Dalton S. Aug 3, 2025 ##### Dalton S. 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