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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel stove, and a large island with bar stools. - BIG FISH LODGE (Matagorda)
A room with a large rug, wooden ceiling, and mounted animal heads on the wall. - BIG FISH LODGE (Matagorda)
A white building with a red door, string lights, and a picnic table. - BIG FISH LODGE (Matagorda)
A staircase with wooden steps and a rope handrail. - BIG FISH LODGE (Matagorda)
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a gas stove, and a dining area with a glass-top table and wicker chairs. - BIG FISH LODGE (Matagorda)
Escape to Big Fish Lodge, a serene retreat nestled among bamboo trees just blocks from the harbor. With its spacious bedrooms, private gated property and covered pavilion with grill, this beautifully decorated home is perfect for big groups or families seeking comfort and tranquility.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

BIG FISH LODGE

  • Brand new house perfect for big groups or multiple families! Built in 2022, Big Fish Lodge is a beautifully decorated house just 3 blocks from the harbor and minutes to the Gulf. You’ll love how nice, new and clean this home is. The bedrooms are large and spacious, the house is gated, secluded and very private , over 1 acre property. There is nothing in Matagorda that compares. The house very comfortably sleeps 13. Outside you’ll find a covered pavilion with plenty of seating. Property is completely surrounded by bamboo for full privacy, feels like your in a tropical jungle. There is a guest house next door that can be rented as well. We expect shoes to be taken off and spills/messes to be cleaned up. Extra cleaning fees will be applied as needed. Owner lives next door. This is not your party house, this is my home so respect it.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling 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

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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

Rules

Please do not touch the artifacts in the trophy room
Messes are to be cleaned up , if not extra cleaning fees will apply
No driving on the grass in the center of the front yard. Grass to the right of the driveway is acceptable extra parking .

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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

About the area

Located in Matagorda, this holiday home is by the sea. Intracoastal Waterway and Matagorda Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include MOPAC Train Depot and Serendumpity Marina. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Matagorda travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A beach with waves, people, and houses in the background.
    Matagorda Beach
    15 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Intracoastal Waterway
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Matagorda County Birding and Nature Center
    39 min drive - 28.0 miles
  • Caney Creek
    41 min drive - 34.1 miles
  • Clive Runnells Family Mad Island Marsh Preserve
    57 min drive - 37.6 miles

Restaurants

  • Waterfront Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Poco Playa
    2 min drive
  • Snappers Bar & Grill
    5 min drive
  • Coastal Que BBQ
    17 min walk
  • Pluggers Pub
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BIG FISH LODGE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BIG FISH LODGE?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BIG FISH LODGE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BIG FISH LODGE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BIG FISH LODGE located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Intracoastal Waterway and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Matagorda Beach. Riverside Park and Rio Colorado Golf Course are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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BIG FISH LODGE Reviews

Reviews

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was great! Communication with the host was great, he responded very quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental was exactly as described, clean, and welcoming. Plenty of room and we would absolutely stay there again! The beds were comfortable and the showers were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

Great Get Away

This property's pictures don't do it just. This place is like being at home. Great place to stay. Very quiet and a nice place to have family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JD N.

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

Matagorda

The house was exactly as advertised. Very nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

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

Basketball Team Stay

Plenty of Beds and great clean house. Really good owner who was very accomodating. Not a lot to do in the house but a very comfortable and well kept home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

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

👍👍

Very nice place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely clean and updated property. Would be great for a few families with kids. Ample kitchen size, equipment, utensils, flatware, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rashelle F.

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

Wonderful House/Location

The house was perfect for two large families. It was a great vacation!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki A.

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

Beautiful Property

The house was absolutely stunning, and everything included within the property was perfect for our family weekend vacation! The property owner was great to communicate with and so welcoming! Definitely marking it as a favorite for future stays!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

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

Awesome Time

The property was absolutely incredible! Perfect spot for a big family gathering. Everything we needed and more! Thank you Sir!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matt d.

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

Great

Best house and owner we have rented from in Matagorda by far and we have been going for 10+ years. Will definitely be renting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Daphne S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Welcoming host . Great communication. Gone was nice . Outdoor space was not as nice as expected. Issues with refrigerator beeping and possible cooling issues. But all in all a great trip . Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great layout

Great property. The house was very clean. Great layout. Only thing that was somewhat strange is that the manager lives on the property. No issues but would have been good to know when booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

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

Weekend fun

First Make sure you find the binder with all the rules and regulations and read that before you do anything. Well to start the house was clean and the AC works very well. Bathrooms very spacious and the showers are awesome. Plenty of room and beds, kitchen and dinning area is very spacious. Living room nice seating big TV. On the downside we had two 1 1/2 year old grandbabies with us which was not ideal for some of the stuff that was there on the shelves but we managed. That was 14 of us we all had to come down at different times so there were five vehicles, parking was a little tight but we managed, there's a side gate entrance that has rough poured concrete managed to park the trucks over there it is a little rough but other than that everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin W.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025