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A wooden deck with white wicker furniture, including chairs and a table, and a grill.
A living room with a white sofa set, a TV on a cabinet, and a lamp on a side table.
A spacious room with hardwood flooring, a bed with striped bedding, a dresser, a vanity, and a ceiling fan.
A wooden dining table with six chairs, a white decorative lamp, and a view of a balcony through large windows.
A spacious living area with hardwood flooring, a dining area with chairs, a sofa set, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81050 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Matagorda, TX
  • Place, Matagorda Bay Nature Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Matagorda Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Matagorda County Birding and Nature Center
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Matagorda

On the beach.Your stay at this Matagorda vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Matagorda Bay Nature Park and Matagorda Beach. Colorado River is within 2 miles (3 km) and Intracoastal Waterway is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Matagorda Bay Nature Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Matagorda Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bay City Municipal Court - 48 min drive - 34.0 miles
  • Matagorda County Birding and Nature Center - 52 min drive - 36.8 miles
  • Caney Creek - 54 min drive - 42.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Snappers Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪River Bend Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Riverbend Tavern - ‬10 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now!

A Wave From It All – Your Relaxing Matagorda Beach Escape
Escape to the quiet charm of A Wave From It All, a cozy beach house tucked just behind the dunes of Matagorda Beach. This single‑story, two‑bedroom, one‑bath retreat offers a peaceful Gulf getaway with beautiful beach views and effortless access to the shoreline.

Relax With a View
Unwind on the expansive covered deck overlooking the dunes and the Gulf. Whether you’re sipping morning coffee or enjoying the evening breeze, it’s the perfect spot to slow down and soak in the coastal atmosphere. Complimentary high‑speed Wi‑Fi keeps you connected if you need to check in with work during your stay.

Steps From Adventure
Located directly on the Matagorda Beach dunes, the home puts you close to everything that makes this coastline special:
• Beachcombing and shelling
• Bird watching and wildlife viewing
• Fishing, boating, and jet‑skiing
• Swimming, surfing, and stargazing
• Kayaking in the nearby wetlands
Walk through the dunes to reach the beach... take a short 5‑minute stroll to Jetty Park, or—if you have a 4WD—drive directly onto the beach in minutes.

Comfort Made Simple
The home is fully furnished and thoughtfully equipped to make your stay easy and enjoyable. If you need supplies, the town of Matagorda is just a quick drive away with grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, and bait shops.

Affordable Coastal Getaway
With budget‑friendly daily rates during peak and shoulder seasons, plus discounted weekly stays, A Wave From It All is an ideal choice for families, couples, and anyone looking to unwind by the Gulf.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,050 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please park only on the driveway.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets are not permitted on the furniture.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now! to downtown Matagorda?

This vacation home is 6.4 mi away from Matagorda.

Unwind by the Gulf at This Cozy Dune‑Front Cottage...Book Now! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mylynda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our needs! Very clean and comfortable! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing and quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Beach vacation

The house was well kept and a perfect location for a family beach getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Beach retreat

Clean, quiet, peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nanase N.

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

Great weekend

Had a blast staying there. Wonderful breeze. Only thing was a downfall was the mosquitoes but luckily we brought repellent. Overall it was a lovely place and great location. Not far from beach entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfred R.

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

Great weekend

Very nice and comfortable. Everyrhing was as described, good view of beach . Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Family weekend

We had a great stay with easy access to the beach. Host was very responsive and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan R.

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

Weekend getaway

My wife and I had an excellent stay in Matagorda I’d recommend this place to all my friends it’s close to the beach and perfect place to relax over the weekend! We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Easter Vaca

Had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tommy R.

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

Fishing trip

Enjoyed the stay. Plenty of room for 5 of us to go down and stay while fishing. Easy to communicate with the host who answered any questions we had promptly. Quiet area and easy to get in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The open layout of the house was a perfect match for our group. Since we had zero issues while we were at the house, my only interactions with the host were before and after. The host was always prompt and friendly, answering any questions I had. The house has all the cookware, kitchen equipment and tableware you could need. It was so much better furnished with all the necessities than almost anywhere else we've stayed.We've been going to Matagorda Beach for many years now and rented at least half a dozen of the houses and condos down there. We all agreed this one is at the top of our list for our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Good and Bad eExperiences

There was so much standing water when we arrived that we could not see the driveway to get to it. The owner offered us another place, smaller and less desirable but a place for us to stay. We moved into the place I rented the next day. The mosquitoes were vicious because of all of the rain but the house was great, with a porch we enjoyed a lot. The beach was great, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

daniel s.

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

Nice Quiet House Right on the Beach

Love coming to Matagorda and finding a beach house right on Beach Front Drive or Dunes Drive. This one backs to the beach so you have beach views from the porch or from inside the living room/kitchen area with the blinds open. Spacious living areas inside, though the bedrooms are sort of small...but you should be out at the beach most of the time when staying here. The mosquitos are quite fierce, especially this time of year, so bring bug spray. Also, the charcoal grill worked perfectly so make sure you bring charcoal and lighter fluid. The owner checked in on us via the app during our stay but we were all set. We didn't have any problems whatsoever. The water out of the kitchen sink did have a bit of a bad taste to it, but I've never stayed at a beach house in Matagorda with good tasting water so this was not a problem either...just make sure you're stocked up on plenty of bottled water. Can't recommend a Matagorda beach stay enough and this house was definitely on the upper end of the places we have stayed in the last 15 summers of visits.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

David M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Not a good weekend in Matagorda

First off, I want to say that my family and I have spent at least one summer weekend + in Matagorda at the beach for the last 13 years, so we’re used to the environment and the usual bugs (like mosquitos and ants). I also appreciate that Matagorda beach was near the epicenter of Hurricane Beryl, so I checked to make sure that the property was okay before we got there. The manager said it was in good order. Our problems started shortly after we arrived to stay for the weekend. We noticed a can of bug spray on top of the fridge, but the place seemed fairly clean. However, we noticed a couple of roaches in the kitchen and killed them, but the problem was worse than we thought. My wife and I went to bed and righte before we were going to turn the light off, we noticed a German cockroach on our head board. I killed it and we went to sleep. Around 3 am, I awoke to the feel of something crawling on my legs. 2 small cockroaches were crawling on me. I noticed that my wife went to the bed in the living room, as she had found 2 more on her side. After maybe 2 more hours of restless sleep, our daughter said that she had been bitten by something in the night and we decided that we could not stay a second night. When I informed the property manager of this, and asked him to refund us the second night, he asked for photos as proof (luckily I took those and several videos). In short, check to make sure that the place is clean before booking it. Beryl
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Augie P.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024