Stunning Ocean Views, Romantic Setting, Families, Great Fishing!
Welcome to Once Upon A Tide! Just 100 miles south of Houston, Matagorda's 58 miles of beaches & bays are perfect for world-class bay, offshore & surf fishing, duck hunting, swimming, camping, kayaking and birding. This condo has views of the ocean as well as the catch & release lagoon. “Once Upon A Tide” is a recently updated 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath 950 sq. ft. townhouse that sleeps 6 comfortably and is surrounded by stunning ocean views. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets from your deck and balcony's. You are only yards away from white sandy beaches. Condo’s kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, cookware, microwave and a Keurig Coffee Maker as well as a regular coffee maker. Kitchen opens to the breakfast bar, living & dining room making it perfect for entertaining. Fully furnished & decorated in chic beachy style. The living room offers a large comfy sofa with coffee table (perfect for playing games/cards - several are on site for your pleasure including multiple board games, cards and connect 4 are available for your use. Additionally, there are three flat-screen TV’s smart tv’s with many applications such as Netflix, Disney+, Hulu and Amazon Prime Video access should you have accounts with them. Should you choose to stay connected to the rest of the world; highspeed internet with WiFi is provided. Cell service is very good on the peninsula. Upstairs you’ll find a very large open loft bedroom overlooking the living area with two new very comfortable queen sized beds that sleeps 4 people, large flat screen tv and high speed internet throughout unit, as well as a and a 3rd floor ocean view balcony. The unit also has all new bedding, pillows, towels and is equipped with ceiling fans in every room as well as central A/C. Second bedroom has a queen size bed for 2 and a flat screen tv. Main deck is equipped with 2 outdoor patio tables with multiple chairs and umbrellas to enjoy those beautiful Matagorda days or dinner at sunset on the patio with an ocean breeze. Ground floor offers a picnic table with charcoal grill (with brush, charcoal not provided) that can only be used at least 15 feet away from the property. All you have to bring is food, beach towels & your favorite toys. Condos are right next to the club house and a large gated pool with cabanas, on site coin operated washer and dryer and an ice machine all located within a couple of minutes walking from the condo. You and your guest’s safety and security is of the utmost importance to us! In addition to being a gated community, there are smoke and carbon monoxide detectors located in the unit, a fire extinguisher and a fire escape ladder available in the third-floor closet for emergency exit from the unit should they ever be needed. Must be 25 years or older to rent. No more than 6 overnight guests in unit. No youth parties! Renter must be present on property. No Pets Allowed. No Smoking or Vaping allowed on property.
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Relax poolside with the whole family or hunt shells on the beach.
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Relax poolside with the whole family or hunt shells on the beach.
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Property # 2672918vb
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
About the area
Matagorda
Located in Matagorda, this condo is in the city centre and on the beach. Serendumpity Marina and Palacios Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matagorda Bay Nature Park and Matagorda Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
Matagorda, TX
What's nearby
Matagorda Bay Nature Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Matagorda Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Intracoastal Waterway - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
Matagorda County Birding and Nature Center - 48 min drive - 58.4 km
Caney Creek - 55 min drive - 69.4 km
Restaurants
Poco Playa - 12 min drive
Coastal Que BBQ - 13 min drive
Snappers Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
River Bend Restaurant - 10 min drive
Riverbend Tavern - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Stunning Ocean Views, Romantic Setting, Families, Great Fishing! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Stunning Ocean Views, Romantic Setting, Families, Great Fishing!?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning Ocean Views, Romantic Setting, Families, Great Fishing! on 13 May 2026 start from AU$430, 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.
Is Stunning Ocean Views, Romantic Setting, Families, Great Fishing! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Stunning Ocean Views, Romantic Setting, Families, Great Fishing!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Stunning Ocean Views, Romantic Setting, Families, Great Fishing!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stunning Ocean Views, Romantic Setting, Families, Great Fishing!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Stunning Ocean Views, Romantic Setting, Families, Great Fishing! located?
Located in Matagorda, this beachfront condo building is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Matagorda Bay Nature Park and Matagorda Beach. Colorado River is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed the beach. Lots of shells. Too cool for pool. Quiet neighborhood which we also enjoyed. Had one issue which was quickly addressed. Overall great experience
What a fantastic property a stones throw from the Gulf! I was extremely happy with everything about the stay and will be back about the same time next year!!!
Really enjoyed our time. The place was just right for our needs. Very clean. Access to beach and pool was super convenient. Will definitely book again.
The house was amazing. Very clean and everything was just as expected from the description and pictures. Definitely recommend for anyone wanting to stay in Matagorda near the beach!
Stephanie G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Stephanie and her family were the perfect renters would definitely rent to them again in a heartbeat.
Perfect place close to the beach for a weekend getaway. Place was clean and comfortable. The owner was great to work with and excellent communication. Will stay again!
We were very pleased with the condo. The property was clean and comfortable, the owners were great, we communicated a few time and they responded quickly to our questions. Beach access was convenient.
We stayed here to celebrate my husband’s 44th birthday, and everything was perfect. The beach is a very short walk, and we loved our time at the pool. Communication with the owners, check-in, and check-out was super easy too! We’ll definitely be back.
The property is really nice and was spotless when we showed up. The pool is fun and clean, beach access is maybe 5 minutes away. Had a blast with the fam.
Ahmad F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Thanks for review hall were great renters left place looking great hall comeback whenever you want discount next time around
Very relaxing and enjoyable! Comfortable and fun. The kids loved the upstairs! Great location within the complex! Enjoyed the access to the beach over the dunes! Very nice!
Condo was comfortable for me and my girls. View was good and able to walk to the beach. Quiet beach and town. Very relaxing stay. If you like to fish, lots of options to drop a line in the water here.
Sarah S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
amazing renters. pleasure to host. feel free to come back anytime you want.
We had such a great time staying here. We had been traveling throughout Texas and wanted a quiet relaxing place for our last stop. That is exactly what we found.
Our condo was comfortably furnished and had easy access to the beach as well as Matagorda. If you are looking for a lovely place to rest close to the gulf I highly recommend staying here!
The place was everything it say it would be! Absolutely WONDERFUL! Comfortable beds! I loved having coffee on the porch listening the waves on the beach and just looking at the pond! Host was VERY HELPFUL!
Quiet neighborhood with great views. The pool was relaxing for the whole family. Communication with the property manager was great as well. Overall, highly recommend.
Lizzeth H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
great renters welcome back anytime
About the host
Hosted by Albert Beauge Jr
Welcome to "Once Upon A Tide" hosted by Steve and Albert! We are the proud owners of this beautiful unit located in Matagorda, within walking distance to the beach, and in the backyard a catch and release fishing lake. As great friends we both with our families reside in the Katy area outside of Houston. We also work together as RN's in the Katy hospital system. We wanted our families to have a place to getaway and found this special place. We welcome you to enjoy our home and the beauty of the surrounding area.
Why they chose this property
After searching we decided on this location due to the close proximity to Houston, Katy, Austin, San Antonio and other surrounding towns. The condo has stunning views of beach which provides a peaceful serene setting.