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Historical Waterfront Cottage! Private 200 foot pier! Amazing water views

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Property grounds
TV, DVD player
Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historical Waterfront Cottage! Private 200 foot pier! Amazing water views

Located across from Aransas Bay, this recently remodeled 1BR cottage features a sunning deck, a shaded picnic area by the water, and a private pier. You’ll also enjoy a private backyard and patio with a charcoal grill.
Downtown Rockport and the beach are just minutes away!

LIVING AREA

Spend time together in the cozy living area, furnished with a couch and an armchair. Play a game of cards at the table for two, or watch favorite shows on the 32” flat-screen TV.

KITCHEN & DINING

The well-equipped kitchen offers everything you need to whip up tasty meals. Helpful gadgets include a coffee maker, blender, and toaster

When your meals are ready, dine at the table for four.

BEDROOMS & BATHS

This single-story home sleeps up to four guests between one bedroom and a bonus sleeping space.

The bedroom is furnished with a queen-size bed and 32” flat-screen TV.

A bonus sleeping space offers two twin-size beds with a convenient privacy curtain to separate the area from the living room.

Stocked with a complimentary starter supply of toiletries, the bathroom is configured with a walk-in shower.

OUTDOOR AREAS

Take your pick between a charcoal or gas grill, located in the fenced backyard. Cook up burgers and dine alfresco on the patio, appointed with a table for four. Or, spend leisurely afternoons sunning on the deck.

Across the road, a grassy space features a picnic table under a charming tiki hut. Enjoy a bayside picnic or take a stroll along the pier that leads to a private dock -- outfitted with four chairs.

EXTRA AMENITIES & MORE DETAILS

Guest amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, and parking for up to three cars in the driveway.

If traveling with a larger group, consider renting the adjacent 4BR home for additional space. Please also note that the pier/dock and tiki hut are shared with this other on-site property.

THE LOCATION

Located a mile from downtown Rockport, this bayfront cottage is just a short drive from fantastic restaurants and shops. To spend sun-kissed days on the soft sand, head to Rockport Beach (2.2 miles).
STR # P-00150

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
2529-172896

About the neighborhood

Map
Rockport, Texas

What's nearby

  • Rockport Center for the Arts - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Aquarium at Rockport Harbor - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Rockport Beach Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Fulton Mansion - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Matagorda Island - 12 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Los Comales Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Key Dockside Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historical Waterfront Cottage! Private 200 foot pier! Amazing water views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historical Waterfront Cottage! Private 200 foot pier! Amazing water views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historical Waterfront Cottage! Private 200 foot pier! Amazing water views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historical Waterfront Cottage! Private 200 foot pier! Amazing water views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Aransas Bay and The Gallery of Rockport. Rockport Center for the Arts and Texas Maritime Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Historical Waterfront Cottage! Private 200 foot pier! Amazing water views Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 73 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dawn B.

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

Throw your cares away

This quaint little cabin is perfect to get away and relax. Just sit, watch the water, listen to the waves and throw all yourcares away for a few days.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos F.

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

Weekend getaway

Had a great weekend getaway in the historic house!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandi S.

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

Relaxing Stay!

The cottage was wonderful! Check in was easy, and the host had excellent communication throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Great place to stay

great place. very peaceful. property management folks were the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

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

Great little getaway

Very cozy and great location. Comfortable and clean would highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Will P.

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

Nice and simple

Clean and easy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ruby w.

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

Our stay

Small quaint cottage. Very quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Braulia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relaxing Stay

The location makes this place special. The water view is spectacular! We loved the pier and actually caught some fish. No keepers but we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Nice and private

Easy access, good parking, very little driving traffic, pier is 100’ from front door, small shower/ bathroom, needs new couch
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan P.

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

Fishing weekend getaway

The location of this property is amazing. Love the deck and pier. Great for fishing or just hanging out in or around water. Close to shops and places to grab a cold one
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Braulia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Location Location Location

We have rented this cute cottage twice and have really enjoyed it very much. I will say that the place needs to be updated otherwise it’s a great place for my husband and I. We love the pier and enjoy the sunrise!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Rockport

The cottage had great views and wonderful arts area and restaurants near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy G.

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

Great location.

The only concern we had was that the mattress on the master room needs to be replaced badly. Other than that it was fantastic!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Nice weekend getaway

Communication was great on our last minute booking. We enjoyed our short stay at this quaint cottage. The views were nice and water was clear. Bed was clean and comfortable. Enjoyed 2 restaurants in Rockport. We wished there was another couch or comfortable seating area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candy B.

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

Quaint fishing cottage!

Comfy and cozy cottage, had everything we needed for a restful weekend. The bathroom was outfitted nicely, but tiny...we are large folks so that's the only thing that would keep us from returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Donna

Enjoyed our stay. A/Cs have mold in them. Pier is not as pictured and no lights. Concrete trucks blocked our way into driveway as are building a home next to drive. Very clean cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Labor Day Getaway

Joys Beach Cottage is a cute little place to stay. It was close to restaurants, shopping and the beach. My daughter and husband were able to fish on the pier, and most everything we needed such as dishes, cookware, utensils, etc.. were provided. Both the owner and the rental agency were quick to answer any questions and took care of any concerns promptly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Yvette S.

Girls Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place for a quick trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Relaxing

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved my stay. Everything i needed there. Great fishing off the private pier.
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10/10 Excellent

Doris M.

Can't wait to go back!!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It is a quaint little cottage perfect for 2. Beautiful views and wonderful fishing pier. Love it!!!

6/10 Okay

Randall B.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beachfront

The house needs to be cleaned better and the furniture is uncomfortable also some updates would really help this property. Overall it’s not a bad place to stay for a single guy but I would not take a lady friend to this house for a weekend getaway. Also the grass burrs in the yard are a problem.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Joe L.

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

The Joy cottage

It’s everything a cottage is supposed to be , enjoyed the stay would go there again and will recommend it to my friends and family. The fishing was great with the exception of the lighting it needs more lighting Joy have your maintenance guy install a few more lights and you will be set . Also correct your listing because it stays a 20 foot pier when it’s every bit of 200 foot . That alone will get you more customers. Over all expect me and my group to return soon . Love you guys keep up the good work 🎣. Joe
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Peggy R.

pros and cons

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: pros: wonderful view, quiet, pier (but the end had been torn off by a recent storm and no lights); parking was greatCons: old so it was dirty in places--had not been thoroughly cleaned. Room window unit air conditioners did not work properly; ceiling fan made terrible noises--could not use the one in the bedroom; bathroom, especially shower were very small; only 4 washcloths provided for the entire week;more towels would also be nice.

8/10 Good

Cheryl K.

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

Great location, beautiful views

This property was perfect for those looking for quiet views of the water and access to a fishing pier. The check in process was so easy and the property is very clean. The home is an older home so the kitchen layout was a little different and cozy. As long as you don’t plan to cook big meals, you will have all the space you will need. The bathroom is very small and we found we had to leave the door open to use the sink comfortably. The bed was comfortable and there were TVs in the main room and bedroom. The wifi did not work while we were there but management was willing to come and fix it quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

suzanne g.

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

Do not stay here - overpriced and uncomfortable

This property is not as advertised. There is absolutely no WIFI. One of the beds has a huge lump in it. The other beds are saggy and the linens are pilled and old-looking. The bathroom is tiny. The kitchen does not have anything but dishes and rusty/dirty pots and pans. The chairs outside for sitting on the uncovered porch are dirty and broken. The whole place is outdated, not clean, and uncomfortable. The windows have plastic and cardboard in them and windows are very dirty. And did we mention there's no wifi? We rented this place because we had to work while away and the wifi network did not even show up as an option. We would never stay here again or recommend it to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023