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Spence's Laguna Madre Bayhouse - Great for Families & Angler

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Walk right out the front door to a perfect boardwalk for fishing or sunsets!
Front porch - two picnic tables to enjoy the view from.
Favorite coffee spot for sunrise.
Laguna Madre view from every room.
House Outside - Yes, we really are that close to the water.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Corpus Christi, TX
  • North Padre Island Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Whitecap Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Bob Hall Pier
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1 (Front)

+2
2 Single Bunk Beds, 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2 (rear)

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Back Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Front bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spence's Laguna Madre Bayhouse - Great for Families & Angler

LONG-TERM GUESTS WELCOME. FAST WIFI AND A COMFORTABLE WORKSPACE.
Get ready to escape to our amazing 2BR/2BA Laguna Madre Bayhouse, which has the best sunrises and sunsets in the Coastal Bend and spectacular water views! Our bayhouse has a comfy beach style with plenty of lounge space in our living room. The living room has Digital cable Hi-Definition TV so while you are on vacation you can still catch all your favorite shows or sporting events. The living room also has a futon sofa for extra guests. Our kitchen is fully equipped for all your cooking needs, with an open flow into the living room, so the cook never has to miss a minute of the action. This space is perfect for entertaining friends and family with the dining room, kitchen and living room all connected. Our two bedrooms are outfitted with bunks beds for friends and family to hit the hay after a long day out on the bay or beach. The first bedroom has two twin beds with one full sized bed under a twin bed and the other with two twin beds. The second bedroom has one bunk bed with a full sized bed under a twin. If you are anything like us, most of your time is going to be spent hanging out on our great front porch overlooking the Laguna Madre or on our 330 foot pier (please note that there are no lights at the end of the pier), just steps away from our front door. You can tie your boat up on the canal pier or just float in the water with friends and enjoy the sun!

With adjacent wetlands, there is some of the best bird watching in all of the Coastal Bend. Additionally, kids love the crabbing pier on the side of the house and everyone loves the private 330 foot unlit front pier into the Laguna Madre bay. Bluff's Landing Marina is the location of Laguna Reef Restaurant and Bluff's Landing Marina, where you can find all of your fishing needs. Laguna Reef serves typical Gulf Coast fare and has a ‘U-Catch em, We Cook em’ option! South Texas Bait and Boat Launch is the launch ramp that is on the same canal as our side pier. CCA/TPWD Fish Hatchery is the state's first saltwater fish hatchery (only 2 miles away) and a fun place to explore with family and friends.

Each reservation includes applicable taxes, a cleaning fee and a Property Damage Protection insurance policy.

We want you to know that we’re doing our part to help our VRBO guests stay safe by cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces (light switches, doorknobs, cabinet handles, remotes, etc.) before you check in. We also provide cleaning supplies, masks and gloves to our guests as recommended by the CDC. The housekeeper that cleans the Bayhouse runs a professional cleaning service and has been cleaning for Spence for 15 years. Your safety and the safety of your family is important to us.

City of Corpus Christi Short-Term Rental License #198184

Property manager

Spence Collins
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Corpus Christi

Located in Flour Bluff, a neighbourhood in Corpus Christi, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mustang Island State Park and Whitecap Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Funtrackers Family Fun Center and Texas Sealife Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Corpus Christi, TX

What's nearby

  • Mustang Island State Park - 16 min drive - 17.6 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 17 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Bob Hall Pier - 18 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi - 19 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Almeida - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Doc's Seafood & Steaks - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spence's Laguna Madre Bayhouse - Great for Families & Angler pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spence's Laguna Madre Bayhouse - Great for Families & Angler?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spence's Laguna Madre Bayhouse - Great for Families & Angler?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spence's Laguna Madre Bayhouse - Great for Families & Angler located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Laguna Madre, Funtrackers Family Fun Center and Texas Sealife Center. South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center and Hans A. Suter Wildlife Area are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

One of the Best Fishing Stays in the Bay

This is our second time staying at Spence's Bayhouse. The accommodations are simple, but the fishing pier is legit and the location can't be beat. The house sits at the end of a dead end street which limits the traffic and gives you not only one 300 foot pier to fish from, but also access to a smaller dock for cleaning fish or if you have a boat to launch. The neighbor was also nice enough to give us a few fishing pointers. We will be back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roscoe L.

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

Great Place Awesome Pier

Great location House is exactly as described on a large lot and the pier is incredible. I look forward to my next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KC O.

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

Great place with fishing access

Their is private fishing access right outside the door and very convenient, and the communication from spence was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Fishing trip

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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CBP

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

Fishing and Netting Adventure

Great location sunrises and fishing!! Can’t wait to return!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Malcolm U.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Renter beware

This property shouldnt have even been available to rent. Very poorly represented in the listing. The owner even texted me after 10 oclock the night if arrival to ask if it was misrepresented. A gas leak was present. Expired food in the fridge and pantry, some evn as old as expiration in 2020. DiDirty bedding.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis M.

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

Fishing Trip

Great house for quick fishing trip with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Great location

Great spot, we had a military reunion and it was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

clemente p.

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

All about fishing

It was exactly the house we wanted long fishing pier we did catch some small drum and trout off the pier and even did some wad fishing since water depth was belt high and caught keepers while wad-fishing 4 bunk beds might make it rough for some but all we needed was a place to sleep and rest between fishing outings and trips
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel E.

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

Great time

I had a great time staying at Spence’s and Spence was super helpful and responded quickly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

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

Awesome

Our stay was great perfect for my little ones and enough space for them to play
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

LA B.

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

Best bay fishing & superb location.

It is an easy and pretty drive from the house to the bait shop and HEB. Location is 100%. We have the whole peninsula and two piers to ourselves. Crabbing was fun, and fishing was even better. Slot reds love this sandy and grassy bay. There's a terrific food trailer nearby at this dive bar that has fantastic food, too. We had an amazing time. Kids flew kites and crabbed. We also caught five huge reds.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Perfect Family Fishing Location

This house is nestled at the dead end street next to the marina. Perfect spot for the fishing enthusiast or family fishing trip outing. Our son enjoyed catching bait every morning and evening. The morning we left my father in law caught a slot red from the 300ft pier which made him never want to leave that property. Thank you for sharing this honey hole with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heath E.

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

Summer vacation

Overall we had a blast everything we wanted to do was near by. Our fishing guide picked us up at the pier in front of the house. The disgusting from the pier was awesome we caught a freezer full of fish just from the pier. Management was on top of their game aswell. We will definitely be back and recommend to our friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Fishing trip getaway.

Great house for a quick fishing trip getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

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

Cozy

Its a great place to take you kids they had a blast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph K.

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

Little getaway

We really enjoyed our stay here and look forward to going back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fishing!

We stayed there while we were in town working. The private pier was awesome and we caught some black drum.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Exactly what I expected

I knew from the pictures and reviews that this was a fishermans cabin. It was just like going to an old friends bay house or beach house. The house was just as pictured and described. Watching the sunrise and sunset was amazing. The pier doesn't have any lights on it, so be prepared if you plan to fish at night. The location of the lot made it feel very private. It was nice to have the water on 2 sides. We would have liked to stay another night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Constantin I.

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

Fun getaway

4 day rental. Fished every day !! Great location !! Rented this place 2 separate weekends in one month !!! Rent it !! Fish at night off the peer and have some fun !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

John R.

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

Fishing Trip

4 man fishing trip. Located VERY near Bluffs Landing which is where we met our guide. Wanted to come in 1 night sooner and communicate with host to get it done was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Constantin I.

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

Great place and location. If you Fish! it’s perfect Location is close to everything!!!

Great place. Great location. Clean. Communication with the owner was on point. Great fishing in the evening and at night off the pier. Coming back on May 5th.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fishing trip

Great stay and excellent fishing. House was better than expected. Hope to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose N.

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

Fishing Holiday

My husband is from the area and we booked this property for the fishing pier and location. Unfortunately the weather wasn't the greatest but it didn't stop him from fishing everyday! The property is close to shopping and activities. We would definitely stay again! Thank you Spence!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

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

Great fish camp on the bay!

We had four fisherman stay and enjoy three nights at Spence's. We hired a guide to fish two days and really smacked them in the Laguna Madre. We met Captain JR Repka at Billings Bait Stand and he put us on the fish! We will be back to stay at Spence's probably this Summer! We really enjoyed staying at his home on the bay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Spence Collins

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I am in the commercial real estate business in Austin and attracted to the investment potential of this area.

Why they chose this property

I bought this property for its world-class fishing along with the ability for me to sit on the end of the pier or front porch taking in the relaxing bay breeze. Very easy access to the beach, retail support services but yet somewhat remote.

What makes this property unique

The Laguna Madre and Baffin Bay are world class fisheries.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests