Vacation Rentals by Owner

Perfect place to getaway!!!

Guest: S D.
Date of Stay: 04/04/12 Review Submitted: 04/12/12

We stayed at this beautiful bayfront home over a long Easter weekend and loved it! If you love the sights and sounds of the Gulf waters, this is the place for you. It is located on the exclusive Key Allegro island in Rockport, TX. The front of the home faces Aransas Bay and you have access to a private pier for fishing and just hanging out. It has a fantastic view of the sunset. The house is HUGE with plenty of room to spread out. The owners make sure that it's kept in excellent condition. We ate all our meals in the kitchen which had all the cooking utensils you need for any kind of food preparation. There was enough space for 15 people to dine comfortably. Our group included kids from 7-21 years old and they all loved fishing on the private dock just out the back door. The dock has several lights and an underwater light that really brings the fish! If you want to dine out, there many great restaurants within minutes that serve steaks and fresh seafood brought in daily. It's a perfect place for a family reunion or your favorite group of friends. We are already planning on next return visit.

Owner response:Awesome! I'm so glad your group had such a great time. We've spent several Easters there. It's a great time of year to be there. Looking forward to having y'all back!

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Elegant, Spacious & Comfortable

Guest: Joe Austin (Austin)
Date of Stay: 08/12/10 Review Submitted: 08/28/10

My wife, three young kids (10, 9, 6 yrs old) and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves in this wonderful home. It is very large and elegant, yet comfortable and very relaxing. The view from the front is amazing--as it faces the Gulf. We just walked out the front door and viola! we're looking at water. The back is on the channel--so there's literally water on both sides. Pretty cool to see dolphins swimming both in front and in back of the house. When you drive into the area, you recognize very nice homes all around... And THEN... you enter into a private drive/road with maybe 9 or 10 houses that are AWESOME! This place is one of those houses! Anyway, we had a great time and definitely look forward to returning. I've recommended this place to my family and friends, and will continue to do so. We ate a very nice restaurant in the area--walked about 1 mile from the house. I don't recall the name, but it was cool. We sat outside, listening to live music. Our kids also had fun--which is key for a nice evening. There is an aquarium in the restaurant that houses an eel Pretty interesting--as we'd not seen a live eel that close before. The place was very clean and the owner made it very easy--very professional and friendly.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The Beach at it's BEST!

Guest: Paula (Austin, TX 78749)
Date of Stay: 08/03/10 Review Submitted: 08/13/10

We have stayed at this delightful property several times and will keep coming back as long as we are lucky enough to find it available! It is beautifully maintained, landscaped and so convenient to everything in Rock Port. We especially love fishing off the deck in the back or searching for hermit crabs on the beaches out front. It truly is a paradise get away and so hard to leave! We enjoy eating at Charolette Plumbers, but rarely leave the house because of the beautiful kitchen with all the needed amenities to create our own meals so we don't have to miss a beat on the great fishing just outside our door. On our last visit just this month, we caught catfish and speckled trout much to the delight of our children. We also used the crab nets and didn't get keepers this time, but did get a flounder! Very cool! I would highly recommend this property to anyone who is looking for a relaxing, luxurious, family fun time at the beach! We hope to return very soon!

Owner response:Always nice having your family, Paula. Charlotte Plumbers is one of our favorites too. We were just there over Labor Day - we actually ordered carry-out because we were afraid the wait would be too long. It was just as good at home! Until next time...

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great House

Guest: TriAustin (Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 03/05/10 Review Submitted: 04/07/10

This house has tons of room and is light and airy with huge vaulted ceilings. There is room around the dining table and in the family room for everyone. We were there with 12 people and didn't feel cramped at all. The house is a throwback to 1980's beach living, but there are notes everywhere on how to run things and where to find light switches/appliances/ just about everything. Definitely a fun house close to activities and right on the water both out the front door and back door.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Great House

Guest: TriAustin (Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 03/05/10 Review Submitted: 04/07/10

This house has tons of room and is light and airy with huge vaulted ceilings. There is room around the dining table and in the family room for everyone. We were there with 12 people and didn't feel cramped at all. The house is a throwback to 1980's beach living, but there are notes everywhere on how to run things and where to find light switches/appliances/ just about everything. Definitely a fun house close to activities and right on the water both out the front door and back door.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Alison C. (Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/25/09 Review Submitted: 08/25/09

The views from this very spacious house are incredible. We spent each morning and evening on the front patio enjoying the breeze and scenery. We really enjoyed our time there

Owner response:Yep. There's nothing quite like enjoying morning coffee while sitting on the benches at the edge of the bay.

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Guest: Traveler from Croatia (Rijeka, Croatia)
Date of Stay: 07/01/09 Review Submitted: 07/01/09

I visited this home with my wife and her family. We absolutely loved it! It’s bright and open, and very inviting. My favorite part of the trip was eating in several of the great restaurants in Rockport and nearby Port Aransas. But just sitting around the house and relaxing was nice too. Sometimes it was hard getting out of the living room, with the HD TV and Aransas Bay right outside the window! Can’t wait to go back.

Owner response:Thanks for the comments. Let us know when you are ready to visit Rockport again.

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Guest: Austin singer (Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 07/01/09 Review Submitted: 07/01/09

“We had a PERFECT visit, seeing two dolphins as we drove up to your SPECTACULAR house, which was so full of light and space! We enjoyed every minute and thank you for the gift of allowing us this family time to end our 2008 in joy, laughter and happiness. The rooms were each decorated with taste and the kitchen/dining area was where we spent the bulk of our time----it's so perfectly designed for giant gatherings around food and friendship. The master suite had a magnificent tub and bathroom---really, it could be an entire other room!---and walking on the beach in the moonlight was romantic, calming and spiritual. We can't recommend this beautiful home highly enough.”

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Guest: Sylvia and Bill Passmore (Trinity, Texas)
Date of Stay: 07/01/09 Review Submitted: 07/01/09

We had a wonderful time. There are lots of windows which provide great views of the bay out front and the canal out back. You feel like you are surrounded by water. At night there is underwater lighting so that you can fish or just watch them. The downstairs master bedroom and bath is spacious and comfortable. The back deck is shaded in the afternoon which makes it enjoyable for visiting and cooking out. The kitchen is very nice and equipped with everything you need. There were four couples who went and it was so nice that each bedroom has a bath – no sharing!! This home is large, and just invites you to sit back and relax.

Owner response:Thanks Sylvia & Bill. Your family is welcome again anytime!

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Guest: kay bridge (Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 06/29/09 Review Submitted: 06/29/09

The Hudson House in Rockport has been a source of joy and relaxation for us. Friends have jokingly said it is not a beach house; it is the Taj Mahal. That is because it is so spacious and lovely. Being right on the water is especially nice, and walking in the morning and evening is delightful as we watch the sunrise and sunset. We have been there with just another couple and with a big group. It is delightful both ways, and is a fantastic setting for a reunion of friends or family. Having a bath room for every bedroom is a real luxury. The kitchen is easy to keep, and we sit around the dining room table long after the meal is complete. We have played bridge on the patio on the canal on the back side of the house , in the living room, and in the central sitting room. Just thinking about the place, makes me long for the next time. Being there is a happy experience. Kay Briggs, Austin, Texas

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Guest: Brian (Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/22/09 Review Submitted: 06/22/09

What a gorgeous place! The family and I had a great time. This place is HUGE! The kids enjoyed fishing right off the back dock, and the front of the property has a great view of the bay. We saw several dolphins swimming out in the bay. We will stay at this home again.

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Guest: Longhorn Nancy (Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 06/18/09 Review Submitted: 06/18/09

We had a wonderful time in May in this lovely, spacious home that has a close view of the bay. A very elegant and comfortable accommodation, this home has a lot of appeal. We enjoyed having morning coffee on the back deck while watching a colorful sunrise accommpanied by seagulls and pelicans. We also found several nearby excellent seafood restaurants. This would be a great getaway for a family reunion or a gathering of friends who like to fish, beachcomb, jog or walk along the bay or just simply relax.

Owner response:Thanks for the guestbook entry! Glad you had a great time at our home.

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LOVED IT! Can't wait to go back.

Guest: Longhorn Nancy (Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 05/22/09 Review Submitted: 06/22/09

We had a wonderful time in May in this lovely, spacious home that has a close view of the bay. A very elegant and comfortable accommodation, this home has a lot of appeal. We enjoyed having morning coffee on the back deck while watching a colorful sunrise accommpanied by seagulls and pelicans. We also found several nearby excellent seafood restaurants. This would be a great getaway for a family reunion or a gathering of friends who like to fish, beachcomb, jog or walk along the bay or just simply relax.

Owner response:Glad you enjoyed yourself. Next time try having your morning on the bench at the edge of the bay in front of the house. It's even more spectacular!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Spectacular Home!

Guest: Austin singer (Austin, Texas)
Date of Stay: 12/28/08 Review Submitted: 07/01/09

“We had a PERFECT visit, seeing two dolphins as we drove up to your SPECTACULAR house, which was so full of light and space! We enjoyed every minute and thank you for the gift of allowing us this family time to end our 2008 in joy, laughter and happiness. The rooms were each decorated with taste and the kitchen/dining area was where we spent the bulk of our time----it's so perfectly designed for giant gatherings around food and friendship. The master suite had a magnificent tub and bathroom---really, it could be an entire other room!---and walking on the beach in the moonlight was romantic, calming and spiritual. We can't recommend this beautiful home highly enough.”

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Surrounded by Water!

Guest: Sylvia Trinity (Trinity, Texas)
Date of Stay: 11/04/08 Review Submitted: 07/01/09

We had a wonderful time. There are lots of windows which provide great views of the bay out front and the canal out back. You feel like you are surrounded by water. At night there is underwater lighting so that you can fish or just watch them. The downstairs master bedroom and bath is spacious and comfortable. The back deck is shaded in the afternoon which makes it enjoyable for visiting and cooking out. The kitchen is very nice and equipped with everything you need. There were four couples who went and it was so nice that each bedroom has a bath – no sharing!! This home is large, and just invites you to sit back and relax.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Guestbook Comment

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/01/08 Review Submitted: 06/25/08

This home is indescribly beautiful. Everywhere you look has a view, the bay, the canal,or just the house itself. Coffee on the back porch, tea in the afternoon on the upper deck. I felt like I had visited a spa. The master bathroom is magnificent. a wonderful choice.

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