14 Monthly Vacation Rentals In Texas Perfect For Snowbirds

Located in The Island on Lake Travis, this waterfront condo looks out onto a peaceful cove surrounded by beautiful trees. Amenities include two outdoor pools with hot tubs, one indoor pool with a hot tub, a full workout area, and a sauna. There are also two enclosed tennis courts, and each end of the island has a barbecue area.

One king bed, one queen sleeper sofa, and a bunk bed mean this two-bedroom condo can sleep six adults. It also comes with a washer/dryer. You can bring your dog for a nightly pet fee. A large kennel and bedding is available. Swim or fish off the cove on either side of the bridge entering the island.

Situated on a secluded bend that overlooks Cypress Creek Arm, this apartment offers picturesque views of Lake Travis from every room as well as its private covered balcony. The apartment is attached to the main house where the owner resides. Guests do have access to the patio and pool. It only has a mini-kitchen with a hot plate, mini-fridge, wet bar, microwave, and toaster oven, but there is a barbecue grill. There’s an additional charge if you want to have more than four guests sleep over, but the limit is six. This location is within walking distance of Lake Travis Zipline Adventures, while The Oasis, Volente Beach Resort and Waterpark, and Riviera Marina are just minutes away.

Located in Saida Towers on South Padre Island, this beachfront resort rental features incredible views and amenities. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo sleeps six. The pool area, hot tub, and Gulf of Mexico are all right outside the floor-to-ceiling windows. Amenities include three pools (one seasonally heated), three hot tubs, a kiddie pool, an outdoor palapa bar and grill, four tennis courts, shuffleboards, and direct access to the beach.

Nearby, you’ll find dunes, white-sand beaches, shopping centers, restaurants, a grocery store, and activities.

Located on Hwy 100 in Port Isabel in a private gated community, this bayfront rental is only 4 miles from South Padre Island. The new two-story single-family home sleeps up to six. The master has a queen-sized bed, while the second bedroom has two twins. Each bedroom has a bathroom, complete with combination tub/shower. Whoever stays in the master can enjoy views of the South Padre Island skyline. It also has a stackable washer and dryer.

The backyard features a covered patio where you can birdwatch, see the sun go down, or look for dolphins. Community amenities include a swimming pool, hot tub, and fishing pier. It should be noted that this property sits next to the community playground and basketball court — perfect if you’re traveling with kids. The pier has a ramp where people can put their kayaks in the water. It’s also a popular spot to wade fish.

This cozy condo offers direct beach access and a pool! Enjoy beach views from the balcony. With one king-sized bed, two full-sized beds, one twin, and one sofa bed, this two-bedroom, two-bath condo can sleep up to six people. It also has a washer/dryer.

In addition to the pool, on-site amenities include a hot tub, kiddie pool, playground, small gym, and a tennis court.

Part of the My Sapphire Luxury Beachfront Rentals, this tri-level townhome offers breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico and Laguna Madre Bay. The three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom condo sleeps up to eight guests. It also has a washer/dryer.

Take advantage of resort amenities, including a hot tub, pool, gym, game room, and movie theater. Pamper yourself at the full-service on-site spa. Located south of the Queen Isabella Causeway, not only is it near the beach, but it’s also within walking distance of great shops, restaurants, and attractions.

This lovely home is within walking distance of Naeglin’s Bakery (the oldest bakery in Texas) and other downtown restaurants and shops. Take in scenic views of the Guadalupe River from the historic Faust Street Bridge. Gruene, Gruene Hall, Gristmill Restaurant, Landa Park Golf Course, and other attractions are just a 5-minute drive away. But who wants to go anywhere when you have this amazing outdoor space?

Dubbed “Das Steinhaus,” this three-bedroom, two-bath home offers peaceful surroundings. Take in the unique porch views of a pasture, complete with horses and cattle. This beautifully decorated Hill Country cabin offers luxurious amenities, including a pool/hot tub, a stone fire pit, an outdoor TV, and a living room fireplace.

It’s just minutes away from some of the most popular wineries in Fredericksburg as well as the town’s historic downtown area. Wildseed Farm, Alstadt Brewery, and Trade Days are all fewer than 5 miles away, while the quaint Texas town of Luckenbach is just a few miles away.

This lovely four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath house is called Estancia. Its 2,800 square feet accommodate up to 12 guests. It has not one, but two master bedrooms with king-sized beds. Two more bedrooms are upstairs. One has a queen-sized bed while the other has two queens. The living room also has a queen pull-out. The crowning jewel is the pool, nestled in a private courtyard, complete with a shaded patio. Do note that it costs an extra $50/day to keep the pool heated.

Nestled on 53 acres, “Two Angels Ranch” offers the best of both worlds: It’s in a gorgeous country setting, while just a few minutes from downtown Fredericksburg. This two-bedroom, two-bath country cottage is decorated eccentrically. In addition to a swimming pool, this vacation home boasts a fire pit as well as a fireplace.

Located on the second floor of the Grand Caribbean, this three-bedroom, three-bath condo is available for “winter Texans” monthly from December through February at just $2,100 per month (two-month minimum after January 1). The catch is that while this unit has been repaired since Hurricane Harvey, other parts of the building are still under construction. However, you can still enjoy the panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico from the balcony and community swimming pool!

Up to eight guests can sleep here, the master bedroom has a king bed, and the other two bedrooms have queen beds. Each has its own bathroom. There are roll-away beds as well. The master offers access to the oceanfront balcony. There’s a washer and dryer, too. Beach toys, floats, and boogie boards are available as are games and puzzles. A community boardwalk lets guests cross over the dunes to the beach. Check with the office when booking if you want to bring a smaller bay boat as boat parking is allowed.

This newly renovated condominium is located on the third floor of Palisade Palms on East Beach. Listen to the ocean waves and watch the sunset over the water on its spacious balcony. This two-bedroom condo can accommodate six guests. The master has a California king-sized Tempur-Pedic bed, while the second bedroom has two twin-sized beds. The couch in the den also pulls out into a full-sized bed. The unit comes with a washer and dryer.

Condo amenities include two heated swimming pools (one with water fountains for kiddos), two large hot tubs, a fitness center and dry sauna, and a game and media lounge that features a pool table, foosball, air hockey, and shuffleboard. There’s also a ping pong table, tennis court, basketball court, small playground, playroom, and more. A private boardwalk offers direct access to Grand Beach.

The beach is just steps away when you stay at “Bermuda Blue.” Located on a large corner lot in the Bermuda Beach subdivision, this 1,562-square-foot home sleeps nine. The master suite features a king-sized bed and beach views. The second bedroom has a queen bed, while the third has bunk beds. Plus, there’s a queen-sized sleeper sofa in the living room.

A large uncovered wrap-around deck offers plenty of room for lounging in the sun and listening to the waves. The outdoor shower lets you rinse off when you get back from the beach.

Schlitterbahn Waterpark Galveston, Moody Gardens, 61st Street, and 25th & Strand are all within a 10-mile drive.