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

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

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

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio
A garden and charcoal grills are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with a DVD player, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as a coffee/tea maker and a dining table.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • 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

  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • 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 centre
  • 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
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 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 area

Map
Rockport, Texas

What's nearby

  • Rockport Beach Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Fulton Mansion - 9 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Matagorda Island - 12 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Copano Bay - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 37 min drive - 33.8 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?

Checkout 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 mile (2 km) of Aransas Bay and The Gallery of Rockport. Rockport Center for the Arts and Texas Maritime Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 81 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy R.

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

Anniversary getaway

Absolutely wonderful. Great way to spend our 27th anniversary.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gail w.

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

OysterFest weekend

The location is great. The property was clean but dated. Small bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

charlie c.

cc

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: great place enjoyed

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

A Beautiful View from the cottage and from the pier

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: The little cottage by the sea has a beautiful view and the private pier is awesome for watching the sunrise and sunset. Nina the manager of the property was very responsive and very patient and very helpful. The bed was comfortable and the kitchen was adequately stocked with cookware and all we needed. There are steps from the sitting area into the dining/kitchen area. The location was convenient for walking to downtown for meals and shopping and also for the tourist spots. Water Street has a fascinating history and is a fun walk. I would definitely stay again.

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

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

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

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

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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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!!!

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

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

Edward S.

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

Joy Cottage on Water Street

We loved the location which is less than 100 feet from the water, where we could see many birds and dolphins. The cottage was fully furnished and photos are accurate. We had a couple of minor issues, taken care of quickly.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Deborah S.

Joy cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Joy cottage is in a great location, right next to the bay, and quiet during the weekend. It’s at the end of an one way bayside road and little traffic. However, inside the fabrics are shabby and the beds are lumpy. The location though can’t be beat. There is a deck in front where it is great for drinking coffee in the early morning. There is construction next door, but they aren’t obnoxious. Some of the lamps need new lightbulbs, but there is adequate ceiling lights. I would recommend this rental if it could be updated with new mattresses and fabric coverings.
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6/10 Okay

Sue L.

Joy's Beach Cottage Review

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Coming to Rockport for over 50 years still remains a joy. Bringing our two grandchildren every year for the past 17 years has been even better. This little house was fun because it is one of the last original Water street fishing camp houses. All was as explained in the rental agreement except for pier damage(no tee head and no lights). Also apparently the management told two couples renting other property on the street that the pier in front of Joy's was used by several rentals. Very nice couple but with four of them on the short pier morning, afternoon and evening it would have been crowded for four more people and fishing in the evening was impossible. The house needs a thorough, move the furniture, cleaning. Beds were uncomfortable, new mattresses needed. We were disappointed in back yard care which is where we had our coffee out of the sun. Chairs were dirty and table chairs scattered and yard chairs were at the table. We felt we were paying what you asked and all should have been perfect. Overall the little place needs some attention and updating.