Water Sports near Texas Gulf Coast Beach Rentals

The Texas Gulf Coast extends for over 600 miles from the Mexican border to Louisiana. It includes stretches of stunning sandy beaches and a myriad of attractions for individuals and families. Texas Gulf Coast rentals are located throughout the gulf close to the state’s best surfing, swimming, sunbathing, kayaking and fishing spots. One of the area's most popular beach destinations is South Padre Island.

Close to Texas Gulf Coast beach rentals, you will find adventure sports such as kite surfing, parasailing and some great surf breaks. The area around the Texas Gulf is filled with bays and inlets that are havens for sea and bird life. Chartering a boat for the day is a great way to explore the fauna of the region and indulge in some magnificent snorkeling or diving opportunities. If you are a nature lover, close to your Texas Gulf Coast vacation rentals you will find a huge array of attractions. Bird-watchers should head for Mustang Island, which has some of the highest and most diverse bird populations along the gulf. If you are eager to spend your break exploring the water sports and shoreline activities on some of the country’s best beaches, check out the range of Texas Gulf Coast beach rentals available. You are sure to find one to meet your needs.

Fun for the Family Close to Texas Gulf Coast Vacation Rentals


Family attractions around Texas Gulf Coast beach rentals abound: check out the world class zoo at Brownsville or the Texas State Aquarium for educational fun. Kids and adults alike love the Moody Gardens in Galveston near Texas Gulf Coast rentals which contain giant pyramids, an IMAX theater and a rainforest. Families can also learn more about sea conservation at the turtle rehabilitation center on South Padre Island right by your Texas Gulf Coast Beach rentals.

Step Back into History with Texas Gulf Coast Beach Rentals


Visitors interested in the rich history of the area around Texas Gulf Coast vacation rentals will enjoy visiting the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site in Deer Park where the Texans won their independence from Mexico. Head to Angleton on the gulf to sneak a peak into Texas’s historical past at the Brazoria County Historical Museum or explore Texas’s Cajun culture in Orange on the Texas-Louisiana border. Port Isabel offers an intriguing look at how people have managed the unpredictable weather of the Texan Gulf throughout history at the old lighthouse which dates back to the 1800s. Historical attractions close to Texas Gulf Coast rentals are educational and fascinating ways to discover the important history of the United States in general and Texas in particular. Search today!

Vacation Rentals in Texas Gulf Coast, Texas

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GORGEOUS Beachfront Pointe West Condo

— Property 258057
Special Offer
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental - Beach club - paradise!
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Condo, 3 Bathrooms, beach, resort, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$179 - $249/night
$1,249/week
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Family Beach House

— Property 233420
Texas Gulf Coast cottage rental - View from the Sky looking East
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 16,
Cottage, 3 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, beach, town, pets considered
Rates - per property (USD)
$250 - $450/night
$1,440 - $2,600/week
$3,000/month
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

We were greeted right on time and when we entered the house it exceeded our expectations. The furniture in the living room was newer than in the photo and more comfortable. Very spacious and...
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South Padre Island New Townhouse with Pool

— Property 170875
Texas Gulf Coast townhome rental - Casa de la Palmas (House w/ Palms)
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 13,
Townhome, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Half Baths, beach, near the ocean, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$250 - $475/night
$1,440 - $3,000/week
Accepts Online Payments
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

Anyone who rents this property will fall in love with it. Great location, house, and entertaining area. Super nice owners will make you feel right at home.
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South Padre Island Home ONE NIGHT FREE WITH 4 NIGHT STAY SEPT, OCT, NOV

— Property 253864
Texas Gulf Coast house rental - View of house on East Mars Street
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7,
House, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, beach, resort, balcony
Rates - per property (USD)
$175 - $350/night
$1,200 - $2,000/week
$2,400 - $4,000/month
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Beach Front Condo

— Property 256529
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental - Living Room
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 6,
Condo, 1 Bathroom, beach, air-conditioning
Rates - per property (USD)
$90 - $150/night
$500 - $950/week
$2,000/month
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Beach Front Condo On The Gulf Of Mexico

— Property 259507
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental - View From Beach
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Condo, 3 Bathrooms, beach, resort, balcony
Rates - per property (USD)
$250 - $400/night
$1,700 - $2,500/week
$2,500/month
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Stunning Beachfront Pointe West Condo - Best Value!

— Property 165385
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental - Infinity-edge Pool Overlooking Ocean - Paradise!
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Condo, 2 Bathrooms, beach, resort, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$99 - $149/night
$693/week
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

I would highly recommend staying here. The condo appeared clean and new with nice furnishings and a fully equiped kitchen. The view from the large windows and balcony was just what I hoped for! ...
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Luxurious Beachfront Pointe West Condo - Pristine/Spacious!

— Property 234537
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Condo, 3 Bathrooms, beach, resort, balcony
Rates - per property (USD)
$149 - $225/night
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

Our family just returned from visiting this lovely condo. Our party consisted of two adults and three children ages 18, 13 and 11. This condo has a spacious floorplan, with beachfront views,...
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3 Bedroom Townhouse * Private Heated Pool * just over 1/2 a block from the beach

— Property 124765
Texas Gulf Coast townhome rental - Private Heated Pool & Hot Tub / Brick BBQ
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Townhome, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, beach, near the ocean, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$169 - $449/night
$895 - $3,795/week
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

We feel like we really lucked out when we rented this house!! This was our very first visit to SPI and in addition to loving the island we felt so at home and comfortable in this rental! It's got...
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Bay Front 2 Bedroom Pointe West Condo

— Property 234684
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental - Heaven on Earth!
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7,
Condo, 2 Bathrooms, beach, resort, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$95 - $99/night
$673/week
Calendar Updated Nov 8 2009

Property Review

We spent Mother's Day weekend here with my daughter, her husband & our grandson. The condo is beautiful...comfortable beds, great sheets, so clean...I just can't say enough. Donna was great to...
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Retama Landing #3 Just 150 steps from the sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico

— Property 254532
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental - Main view
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Condo, 2 Bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, balcony
Rates - per property (USD)
$125 - $275/night
$500 - $1,250/week
$1,600 - $2,700/month
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Retama Landing #4 Just 150 steps from the sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico.

— Property 254898
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental - Main view
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Condo, 2 Bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$125 - $275/night
$500 - $1,250/week
$1,600 - $2,700/month
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Viento Vista (Wind View) in South Padre Island

— Property 254669
Texas Gulf Coast house rental - Exterior
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12,
House, 2 Bathrooms, near the ocean, pets considered
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Number ~ONE~ Rental on Key Allegro... What a View!

— Property 177465
Texas Gulf Coast house rental
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 3 Bathrooms, waterfront, pool
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Dream Beach House with Awesome Ocean Views

— Property 220860
Texas Gulf Coast house rental - Walk to the Beach, Beautiful blue waters
6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 14,
House, 6 Bathrooms, pool, air-conditioning
Rates - per property (USD)
$550/night
Calendar Updated Nov 7 2009

Property Review

Our outdoor club held a kayaking weekend and used this facilty as base camp. We occupied all 3 floors with 12 attendees. It was great having so many bathrooms when everyone is getting ready to go...
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The Beach Retreat - Clean new beach house - Wonderful Beach & Bay Views

— Property 189912
Texas Gulf Coast house rental - Sunrise over the beach from the deck
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 2 Bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, balcony
Rates - per property (USD)
$150 - $250/night
$800/week
Accepts Online Payments
Calendar Updated Nov 7 2009

Property Review

Wow! My family and I enjoyed The Beach Retreat. We all had a fantastic time @ this family oriented beach house. The House was well equipped as stated with everything we needed for our stay. Our...
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Classy Condo-Spacious Balcony 'Galveston Tropical Palms at Maravilla'

— Property 249902
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental - View from the spacious balcony
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Condo, 1 Bathroom, 1 Half Bath, beach, waterfront, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$110 - $225/night
$750 - $1,150/week
$1,860 - $2,250/month
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220RD

— Property 52458h
Texas Gulf Coast house rental
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12,
House, 3 Bathrooms, adventure, air-conditioning
Rates - per house (USD)
$275 - $485/night
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Sandollar

— Property 52463h
Texas Gulf Coast house rental
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, adventure, air-conditioning
Rates - per house (USD)
$275 - $475/night
$2,500/month
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513RP

— Property 52475h
Texas Gulf Coast house rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
House, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, adventure, air-conditioning
Rates - per house (USD)
$170 - $245/night
$1,500/month
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Mi34

— Property 52543h
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4,
Condo, 1 Bathroom, adventure, air-conditioning
Rates - per condo (USD)
$100 - $135/night
$1,050/month
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BC112

— Property 52497h
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Condo, 2 Bathrooms, adventure, air-conditioning
Rates - per condo (USD)
$145 - $195/night
$1,700/month
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BF-23211 SAN LUIS PASS ROAD

— Property 22882h
Texas Gulf Coast house rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 11,
House, 3 Bathrooms, adventure, air-conditioning
Rates - per house (USD)
$762 - $911/night
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22719 Kennedy Drive

— Property 82009h
Texas Gulf Coast house rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
House, 2 Bathrooms, adventure, air-conditioning
Rates - per house (USD)
$771 - $866/night
$1,132 - $1,793/week
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Galveston beachfront vacation home on West Beach

— Property 241859
Texas Gulf Coast house rental - Exterior View of Azure Vista
1 Bedroom, Sleeps 4,
House, 1 Bathroom, beach, waterfront, pets considered
Rates - per property (USD)
$190 - $200/night
$750 - $1,000/week
$2,000 - $3,000/month
Calendar Updated Nov 6 2009

Property Review

Truly a beachfront home, only steps from the sand and sea. It is very cozy and decorated with touches of a beach home. The owners left nothing to chance, everything we needed was there plus more...
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100 YARDS FROM THE BEACH!!!!

— Property 175921
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Condo, 2 Bathrooms, beach, town, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$180 - $215/night
$1,900/month
Calendar Updated Nov 6 2009

Property Review

Not knowing what to expect - we were pleasantly overjoyed. This unit is exceptionally clean, details were noticed, very spacious and well decorated. We were very comfortable and never felt like...
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July & August Weeknight Special: $275/night

— Property 247881
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10,
Condo, 3 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath, beach, near the ocean, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$180 - $215/night
$1,900/month
Calendar Updated Nov 6 2009

Property Review

We had such a fantastic time at this condo - it's got everything! The decorations are adorable - each room is themed like the beach. We were so comfortable - they thought of everything. We were...
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Galveston's Beachfront Haven

— Property 216306
Texas Gulf Coast house rental - View From Home
4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12,
House, 3 Bathrooms, beach, waterfront, pool
Rates - per property (USD)
$245 - $360/night
$1,179 - $2,851/week
Calendar Updated Nov 6 2009

Property Review

We found this home to be perfect for our stay... 3 master suites all large nicely furnished rooms.... great beach.... good location...Great for kids and adults alike....
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Kemah Cottage Vacation Rental. 5 min. to Kemah Boardwalk. Pet Friendly-Small Dog

— Property 249064
Texas Gulf Coast cottage rental - Beautiful living area
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6,
Cottage, 2 Bathrooms, lake, resort, garden
Rates - per property (USD)
$155 - $175/night
$750/week
Accepts Online Payments
Calendar Updated Nov 6 2009

Property Review

We appreciated the privacy of this rental, athough it's difficult to see from the street because of the lush landscaping. Everything promised was there and in good shape. This is not the place...
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You WANT to stay here! So Close to Beach, beautiful, quiet building, easy prkng

— Property 253573
Golf
Texas Gulf Coast condo rental - Building exterior
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8,
Condo, 2 Bathrooms, beach, near the ocean, balcony
Rates - per property (USD)
$75 - $300/night
$600 - $2,100/week
$2,000 - $4,200/month
Calendar Updated Nov 6 2009

Property Review

This was my first time going to South Padre Island, and I am counting down the days until I can go back to stay in this amazing condo again. After an extremely comfortable nights sleep, nothing...