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Reel Southern Retreat - 2600 sq ft, single level canal front, boat Dock

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rockport, TX
  • Rockport Beach Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Matagorda Island
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Port Aransas Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main

1 King Bed

second

1 Queen Bed

sunroom

4 Single Beds

third

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

primary

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

shared

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Reel Southern Retreat - 2600 sq ft, single level canal front, boat Dock

This beautiful 2600 sq/ft one story home is the perfect canal front coastal getaway and offers kayaking and fishing in a cozy waterfront community. Bahia Bay is situated in front of Estes Flats and is convenient to both Rockport and Port Aransas.

Before considering Reel Southern Retreat, please know that Bahia Bay is a quiet neighborhood and is not suitable for loud, rambunctious partying.

The open concept and spacious layout of this home maximizes its waterfront feel and is perfect for a family vacation or a winter stay. From December through March, the home is available for monthly rentals only at a 50% discount! Perfect for the winter Texan.

The living, kitchen, and dining areas are all sizable and airy. The well appointed kitchen is modern with granite countertops and stainless appliances.

There are three bedrooms and a large sunroom in addition to the main living/dining areas. The primary bedroom has a king sized bed and a bathroom with separate tub and shower. the other two bedrooms each have queen sized beds and share a bathroom with a shower. The sunroom spans the canal front side of the home and has both an additional living area and two twin beds with trundles for a total of four twin mattresses.

The canal front deck is shady and inviting and provides seating for dining and lounging. Whether you are enjoying your morning coffee, evening cocktail, grilling your catch of the day, or dining al fresco, the setting is roomy and relaxing. The deck is covered with a vine covered pergola for filtered sun, and the dock has seating by the water, a fish cleaning station, underwater night fishing light, and a ladder for kayaking/swimming access. All you need to bring is your fishing equipment. Please indicate in your inquiry if you plan to bring your boat! The 2-car garage is available to you as well.

There is Sling streaming with upgraded sports package, PS3 (bring your games), 5 flat-screen TVs, and an assortment of games and puzzles.

Reel Southern Retreat offers safety and easy accessibility for mature guests, but please be aware there are a few steps from the deck to the dock area.

The home is a 15 minute drive to the ferry landing to Port Aranas. We are awaiting your arrival so plan your trip to historic Rockport and get ready for world class fishing! We live locally so assistance during your stay is a phone call away.

Pets considered on a case by case basis, and require an extra cleaning fee of $100. Please let me know in your inquiry if you would like to bring your pet so we can talk specifically. We love and travel with our dog too, but we have to make sure we welcome pets that will help us keep Reel Southern Retreat nice for all our guests!

Property manager

Ellen Travis
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

About the area

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rockport Beach Park and Port Aransas Beach. Texas Maritime Museum and Aquarium at Rockport Harbor are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rockport, TX

What's nearby

  • Conn Brown Harbor - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Aquarium at Rockport Harbor - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Rockport Beach Park - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Matagorda Island - 18 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 32 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Los Comales Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Key Dockside Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Coffee House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Our Family Kitchen - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Reel Southern Retreat - 2600 sq ft, single level canal front, boat Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Reel Southern Retreat - 2600 sq ft, single level canal front, boat Dock?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reel Southern Retreat - 2600 sq ft, single level canal front, boat Dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Reel Southern Retreat - 2600 sq ft, single level canal front, boat Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Conn Brown Harbor, The Gallery of Rockport and Rialto Theater. Rockport Center for the Arts and Texas Maritime Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua Q.

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

Great Stay

Property was as advertised, great location with a great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

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

Great house is a nice neighborhood!

The space was exactly as advertised and communication with owner was excellent. Very clean and well stocked. Very nice neighborhood just 5 miles outside the historic area of Rockport. We enjoyed sitting out on deck by the canal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noleen B.

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

We were looking for a quiet weekend away and chose this rental for its pretty outdoor deck

The house had everything we needed, was very comfortable and clean and the owner was so responsive and sweet. I’d rent here again in a heartbeat
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet Zerr Z.

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

July 4th Vacation

Really enjoyed our stay. It was nice having kayaks, floats, and life jackets available was a nice extra. Host had very nice amenities! Will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

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

Cozy gem!

What our family loved: Location, decor, creature comforts within the home, comfortable beds, quiet neighborhood, canal access and communication with host. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

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

Perfect getaway!

We all loved this house. It was a perfect location! It was clean and was by far the best stocked house we have stayed in. The owner went above and beyond to make sure we had whatever we needed. We would love to stay here again!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

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

Rockport Vacation Getaway

This property was excellent. It was exactly as advertised and pictured online. It was very well stocked and equipped for anything one may want. Ellen was a fantastic host. She was so pleasant to speak with and answered any questions very promptly and was willing to help with anything we needed to make our stay an excellent one.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

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

Great Great Great!

Really everything was great. Communication with owner was clear and easy. The property was fantastic. Wonderful layout and the pics don’t do it justice. We enjoyed everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lana Joy H., Kyle, Tx

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

Great Rockport House, Beautiful Location, Great Dock

Was the perfect week for our fishing trip to Rockport. Home is perfectly supplied with everything needed. Great linens, and very comfortable beds. Host super responsive and made everything about our stay perfect. Home was spotless! Outdoor space is superb, we will be back. Felt like Home!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie C.

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

Most Excellent

This is one of the best homes we have rented over the past 19 years in the Rockport area. Plenty of room, wonderful amenities, and very relaxing. Loved the sunroom!! I only wish the one side of the yard was enclosed, other than that, everything was just perfect! The hostess touched base with us before and during our stay, which was very nice and thoughtful. AND this property has 2 trash pickups, which is great especially if you are staying for an entire week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

shannon b.

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

Cozy and comfortable home!

This is our 3rd stay here and we plan to be back. We really appreciate all this home has to offer. It is spacious, comfortable, clean and the kitchen has everything you could ask for. The sunroom is so cozy… I love sitting there in the morning with my coffee. We feel right at home here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan C., Abilene

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

Amazing house, attentive owners, fabulous for fishing trip!

I am beyond pleased that we chose this property for our fishing trip. The house is spacious, stocked with everything you could need, comfy beds, and a location that is perfect for fishing on the bay. We brought our boat, parked it in the slip, making it easy to jet out morning, afternoon, and evening each day. Even caught a couple of Mangrove Snappers off the dock. Super, super place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

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

Quiet and cute little getaway

My family and I wanted to get out of town for a little getaway and relax by the water and kids live fishing. We really enjoyed this place with the water front access and all the things they left for us to use during our stay. We had almost everything available at our leisure! Thanks again for letting us enjoy ourselves. Will definitely recommend this place for friends and family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Wonderful host!! Above and Beyond!!

We had two couples stay for two weeks at this wonderful property for a winter getaway. Everything was well stocked and Ellen even got us a few items that we had not expected to need. Communication was awesome!! I would not hesitate to book this lovely home in Rockport. You will not be disappointed!! We went to the beach in Port Aransas and Rockport. Both are nice. PA is softer sand and much longer beach. Rockport had very nice restrooms and tiki huts for shade, more pebble like sand. Paradise Key had the best Red Snapper!! Took a day trip to San Antonio to The Alamo and Riverwalk. This was a great vacation!!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M., Lake Whitney, TX

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

Southern Comfort

Mother Nature was not very kind to us the week of our stay however if chilly weather chases you inside, there wasn’t a better place to be than the warm welcoming sunroom in this home. It was my favorite room! The home itself is decorated nicely, the rooms quite spacious with a very well appointed kitchen. Really didn’t need to bring a thing for cooking. The kitchen had everything needed. I spent many hours in the sunroom looking out over the bird life in the canal. The neighborhood is also one of our favorites in the area. It’s quiet and kept up very well. We plan to be back when Mother Nature gets happy again! Also…great communication with Ellen as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

LIBBY S., Beeville, USA

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

Family Week

We stayed the week of Thanksgiving 2022. Our party included an age range of 57 years - 18 months. The house was a perfect place for our group. Plenty of room, kitchen and bathrooms well stocked. Our boat fit nicely in the slip but weather kept us from fishing. It would be fun to return to when the weather is better. We will definitely try to rent this property again if we stay in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Outstanding Property!

We stayed a week at this beautiful house and had a fabulous time. The home was very clean, well stocked and roomy. The lay out was perfect for us. We had plenty of room to stretch out . The back deck is very nice to sit on and watch the water, birds or just drink my morning coffee. We most certainly will be back to this house. It was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Restful & Relaxing!

Vacationed with our grown kids and their significant others. House layout is great! All the extras you want and need! Kayaks, tubing, fishing and sand castle toys!! Something for everyone! Neighborhood nice, quiet and we had a great time! Communicating with property mgr was perfect! Very quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

april o.

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

Beautiful home, wonderful host

The house was absolutely adorable, the layout was perfect for two families, and Ellen was a very attentive host. Sadly it was super hot the week of our stay so we didn’t really enjoy the wonderful porch area but we spent the evenings fishing on the dock and making fun memories. We would definitely recommend this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

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

Had a great stay

The house was nice and clean, the property was exactly as it was pictured, the host was great and very accommodating. She even brought wheel chalks over to keep my boat trailer stabile in the driveway. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Excellent house and location

One of the best neighborhoods in Rockport. House has everything you need for a great stay. Had fun fishing behind the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michaela S.

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

Daughter’s Birthday Makeup Trip

Due to many things last year we didn’t get to celebrate my daughters birthday, so this year we decided to go fishing in Rockport. We rented a fabulous house with the best communicative and accommodating owner. The house was beautiful, with more than enough room to spread out. The house sits on a canal and is not far from necessities. Thanks again Ellen, as this was my best experience ever with VRBO. Many laughs and memories were had on this trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S., Montgomery

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

Perfect Family Getaway

The house was spacious and comfortable and very well-appointed. We brought our 25’ boat and it fit perfectly in the slip in the canal. Communication with the owner before, during and after our stay has been excellent. Beautiful back deck for enjoying cocktails after a great day of fishing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

Reel Southern Treat

We had a great time, everything was nice and clean, the Kitchen was well stocked and the brand new Grill was awesome! Good weather a great view, perfect Sunrise and caught some fish right off the boat dock.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ernest M.

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

Genuine hospitality

Our family has started an annual tradition of gathering together for a waterfront getaway. Every house we stay in has its own memories and the ones we made here will be treasured. The property was spacious and inviting. We had more than enough space to make ourselves at home and comfortable to rest easy. We are sincerely grateful for the stay and only have glowing remarks about this experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Ellen Travis

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English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests