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Newly Renovated Riverfront Escape with Stunning Oak Floors & Prime Fishing!

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4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Games room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 15136 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Matagorda, TX
  • Egret Island
  • Matagorda Bay Nature Park
  • Matagorda Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Newly Renovated Riverfront Escape with Stunning Oak Floors & Prime Fishing!

Experience comfort, style, and unbeatable riverfront fishing at the freshly updated Reel Retreat! This charming family getaway, nestled on the tranquil banks of the Colorado River in the serene River Bend neighborhood, now boasts beautiful new oak hardwood floors that enhance the cozy ambiance of your home away from home.

Perfectly positioned away from busy roads, this retreat offers unmatched relaxation, scenic bird watching, and fantastic fishing. Enjoy observing migratory birds or tailing redfish from the comfort of your private dock. As dusk settles and the green light illuminates, watch as baitfish gather and speckled trout feast—nature’s nightly spectacle right at your doorstep.

Inside, the newly renovated downstairs features a fully equipped kitchen with elegant granite countertops, high-quality cookware, a pantry stocked with essential ingredients, and an extensive spice inventory—eliminating unnecessary trips to the store and ensuring meal preparation is a breeze. Entertain and unwind at the spacious kitchen bar or step outside to the breezeway, where a custom-built bar-height table encourages social interaction, making outdoor dining and group gatherings even more enjoyable.

Rest easy in three beautifully appointed bedrooms, each offering a luxurious king-sized bed—two memory foam and one traditional—with conveniently located USB outlets and ample closet space. A fourth bedroom provides additional comfort with a twin bed and bunk beds. Two well-appointed bathrooms, each featuring a tub and shower, ensure everyone refreshes comfortably after a day on the water.

Upstairs, discover a unique two-level family room, perfect for relaxation and recreation. The upper nook is a kid-friendly haven with comfy sleeping arrangements including a full daybed with a twin slide-out, an additional full-sized bed, and the beloved giant "couch potato" beanbag. The lower area invites guests to enjoy panoramic river views, a comfortable lounging space, an antique pool table, and a 65" smart TV.

Step onto the outdoor deck to savor your morning coffee or host sunset happy hours overlooking picturesque river scenes. The spacious covered breezeway and grassy lawn offer comfortable shaded retreats ideal for large groups, providing protection from the elements while enjoying marshmallow roasting and storytelling around the fire pit. Anglers will appreciate the private dock with an automatically switched green light offering premier fishing for speckled trout, redfish, flounder, and black drum. Kids will love setting crab traps along the deepwater banks.

Conveniences include ample boat parking with security lighting, and dockside pickup arrangements with local fishing guides to skip marina traffic. The nearby Riverbend boat ramp and newly reopened Wayne's bait stand simplify boat launching and bait supply. An outdoor chest freezer is available to store extra ice. Mooring whips on the dock offer a convenient and safe solution to keep your boat on the water for an effortless morning launch.

Peaceful River Bend Drive is ideal for families, providing a safe environment for children to play and ride bikes away from high-speed traffic.

Come discover why guests keep returning to The Reel Retreat—your destination to reel, relax, and repeat!
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Colorado River. Features include an arcade/games room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 11 minutes on foot from Colorado River and a 3-minute drive from Intracoastal Waterway
Newly Renovated Riverfront Escape with Stunning Oak Floors & Prime Fishing! offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Blayne Mozisek

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,461 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

NEW Listing The Reel Retreat
COVID 19 Escape The Reel Retreat
The Reel Retreat Boat Lift Now Available
Social Distance in Paradise The Reel Retreat
The Reel Retreat - Relaxation Perfected Matagorda
The Reel Retreat - Relaxation Perfected Private vacation home

Newly Renovated Riverfront Escape with Stunning Oak Floors & Prime Fishing! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 98 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Barbara J., Katy, Texas

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty and Falling Apart!
To summarize, this rental was dirty and quite frankly unsafe! The water filter was clogged with sludge. The doors were smeared with grime. The picnic table outside had food smeared on it and something that looked like blood - I can only imagine is was fish guts. The floors are rotted and you step into holes in most areas of the house - one area you could see through to the outside daylight. There were roaches crawling in the kitchen drawers. The upstairs game room/bedroom reeked of alcohol (like walking into an old bar).I rented this home to celebrate my son's birthday, but it was so awful that I ended up leaving early. When I contacted the owner and requested a refund, he said no. I wasn't even offered a refund of the cleaning fee. Nothing.To top it off, I was initially told that I wouldn't be able to check-in on time because of the cleaning lady who was going to be running late on getting the house cleaned. l specifically told him not to rush and that I would prefer to check-in late and arrive to a clean house. Also, when I spoke with the owner about the problems (and even shared the photos that I had taken to show him the problems - just in case he wasn't aware), he told me that the floors were damaged due to termites.Unless you don't care about staying in a disgusting house, I would stear clear of renting this property.I've never had to write such a review, but I sincerely believe that this rental should be removed from VRBO's booking sight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental
Our company uses this home for a yearly vacation. Love this house location. PM/owner was very helpful with our reservations.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Brent R., Ennis,Texas

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location to access the water
Good location, good boat parking. Should consider boat lift usage in the price of the house. Back patio and dock are nice with a good fishing cleaning station. A couple weak spots in the bathroom floor that were concerning and house could use a deep clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby R., Crowley Tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
It was Homie, had a lot of places to sleep, clean, we enjoyed are weekend! Will be coming back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
The Reel Retreat was the perfect place for our extended family to get together. The location is perfect on the river and near everything you need. We happen to be traveling there right after a hurricane passed through and the owner communicated with us immediately and we really appreciate all the effort! I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keevan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Has more than what is listed
We have family out from Arizona and wanted to bring them to matagorda. They loved it and the home is larger than expected, plenty of things for entertainment. Way more than what is listed. It was very comfortable and very clean, minutes from town and minutes to the best and best of all right on the water. We definitely will be returning to this rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delaine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fishing
Neighbors were very close and when there was a big group could be loud next door. Not a good place for little ones because of stairs and layout
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway
Had a wonderful time!! Thank you for all the things your home has to offer!! We had a blast!! Thank you again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent house!
I have stayed at many properties in Matagorda and this is by far my favorite! I actually went to rebook for August and sadly it is booked for my dates. Blayne is a great host and super responsive with questions. We had a great time and will definitely stay here in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley K., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
We had an amazing stay, the owner is very nice and responds quickly with any questions you have. House is beautiful and well maintained. The bedrooms are a bit cramped with king size beds but we didn’t mind at all. We will be booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wilson R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Our second trip, and everything was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zack B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house right on the river!
Our favorite part is probably the backyard, patio. It's covered, nice and cool and there's a firepit in the yard. We've stayed here multiple times and like it every time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S., Conroe, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd Time Staying
This was our second time staying here and just as before we enjoyed it. Everything that was needed was provided except for trash bags, but wasnt a huge deal. The ropes on one of the porch swings broke when my husband sat in it but other than that everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Fish Camp
Excellent fish camp - tons of space, good rooms, exceptional facility for a fishing trip. Very convenient location on the Colorado and very near boat ramp. Blayne was also a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Thank you for sharing your awesome home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Good fishing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing
Perfect fishing camp.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
We went for a long weekend getaway with my family. The house is great space wise, we had 6 adults and 5 kids ranging from 2-14 years old. The kids had a blast fishing and the beach is close.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Wish the fish would have been bitting but other than that, great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Getaway
Nice place. Spent most time at the beach. Tried to do some night fishing but the bugs were SO bad.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT PLACE TO STAY!
I took a few employees, Family & friends whom all had children. We all had a blast. Plenty of places to sleep the kids loved the pool table (so did the adults) oh and great fishing right off the dock. VERY CLEAN home with ALL of the amenities Really enjoyed ourselves. We are already planning our next trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

frank s.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Thanks Giving Fun
Our family were able to get together over thanksgiving and have a wonderful time. Everyone enjoyed the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nailed it - again
Once again, we stayed at this property and had a great time. Multiple options for sleeping and dividing up rooms for a guys fishing trip. The dock is great for fishing when you leave the bay. Fish cleaning station, everything is a positive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway Spot
Ideal spot to take our family and grandkids, we all had a ball! The house was nice and had all of the amenities promised. Aside from one issue that the owner addressed very graciously, and limited parking, it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for family & friends
Had a great time. It is perfect because the kids have their own space upstairs and keeps them out of your hair so you can have adult time
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022