The Blue Crab - Matagorda Bay - Colorado River - Matagorda

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Overview
Amenities
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Location

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Matagorda, TX

Matagorda Bay Nature Park8 min walk
Matagorda Beach6 min drive
Bay City, TX (BBC-Bay City Municipal)40 min drive
Matagorda Bay63 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Sunroom

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

About this property

The Blue Crab - Matagorda Bay - Colorado River

Located right on the Colorado River in Matagorda, Texas.

This 3 bedroom and 2 bath home sleeps up to 10. Bedroom 1 & 2 - both have queen beds, Bedroom 3 - has twin bunk beds & queen bed. Sunroom facing river - has full-size futon, and perfect for morning coffee, or sunset drinks.

Large spacious deck to watch the sunset, or the occasional dolphins in the river, along with plenty of grass space below, with a spacious dock for fishing, or pulling your boat right up.

Beach access is just down the road, which you can drive right on the beach.

Be sure to throw a crab trap in the river to catch a native, Texas blue crab, while relaxing, and making wonderful memories here at The Blue Crab!

Amenities

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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

About the area

Matagorda

This holiday home is located in Matagorda. 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 Colorado River.

Matagorda, TX

What's nearby

Matagorda Bay Nature Park - 8 min walk
Matagorda Beach - 6 min drive
Matagorda Bay - 63 min drive
Sargent Beach - 74 min drive
Caney Creek - 85 min drive

Restaurants

Buddy's Seafood & Bait - 9 min drive
Snappers Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
River Bend Tavern & Restaurant - 5 min drive
Matagordaville - 8 min drive
Latitudes - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blue Crab - Matagorda Bay - Colorado River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Blue Crab - Matagorda Bay - Colorado River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blue Crab - Matagorda Bay - Colorado River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Blue Crab - Matagorda Bay - Colorado River located?

Situated in Matagorda, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Matagorda Bay Nature Park and Colorado River. Matagorda Beach is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

bonnie

21 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We liked the dock. There was plenty of room to fish and the slip for the boat made it even better. Will definitely book again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri C.

15 April 2024

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

35 th wedding anniversary

We had a wonderful time at the Blue Crab.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

26 November 2023

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

Great Getaway

The Blue Crab was a great place to stay in Matagorda. Great fishing, beds were comfortable, kitchen had everything we needed, especially the blender and the coffee pot. The owner was very nice and attentive. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence J.

14 November 2023

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

Getaway

Very nice place. Great dock with incredible sunsets. Everyone was impressed.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTY K., Hempstead Texas

28 September 2023

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

Beautiful Property

Beautiful property, great location. Very clean. We’ve stayed At several other houses and they all had odd smelling water and this property didn’t, that’s a big plus.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023