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Joys Beach Cottage

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A room with a wooden ceiling, a wicker chair, a red sofa, and a view of the sea through large windows with blue curtains.
A bed with a blue quilt, wooden headboard, and striped pillows. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a wall hanging.
A cozy living room with a red sofa, a dining table, and a ceiling fan.
A room with three windows, a table with two chairs, and a lamp.
A wooden pier leading to a beach with a thatched-roof structure and picnic tables.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Rockport, TX
  • Place, Aransas Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rockport Gallery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Rockport Beach Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this cottage is on the waterfront. Rockport Gallery and Texas Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rockport Center for the Arts and Fulton Harbor Park. Aransas Pass Aquatic Center and Roberts Point Park are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Rockport, TX

What's nearby

  • Aransas Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rockport Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Rockport Beach Park - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Hilliard Center - 38 min drive - 57.5 km
  • USS Lexington Museum on the Bay - 39 min drive - 53.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sr Boil House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rosita's Bakery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Joys Beach Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Joys Beach Cottage?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Joys Beach Cottage on Jan 6, 2027 start from $187, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Joys Beach Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Joys Beach Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Joys Beach Cottage located?

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

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 105 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay , smaller than what we were expecting but very well use of space , close to everything walking distance. Well worth it , highly recommend this property for a coupe with a small family .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 21, 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review. We're happy the space suited your needs and that the location was convenient. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was smaller than we anticipated but it was cozy and suited our needs for our trip. Shower was on the small side for taller people but we made it work. Once we figured out how all the fans worked, it was very pleasant. Scenery was beautiful and neighbors were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 30, 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're glad the cozy space, scenery, and friendly neighbors suited your trip, and we appreciate you sharing your experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pier access with cottage right across the road can’t beat the relaxing view!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great weekend getaway

Perfect location !!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
My dad and I had a great stay. Everything was in order.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay on the coast

Was a lovely little cottage, the bed was comfortable and the view was unbeatable, we loved sitting out on the pier in the morning and night!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Getaway weekend

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: Very comfortable quiet place peaceful we really enjoyed our stay there and we are looking forward to going back it is an older place but very clean beds are comfortable as well convenient for fishing not far from heb or Walmart we definitely loved it there thank u so much for a very well cleaned place
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

B Day Getaway

Very nice cottage with a beautiful bay view!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Take your own shampoo, conditioner, and bath soap. The bathroom is small as is the shower. The shower curtain was moldy or had some black substance whatever it was. The table in the backyard to sit at was dirty.The air conditioner in the bedroom worked, but it was so loud. We didn’t run it unless we had to.The kitchen as well supplied. It is missing a window blind in the front roomThe location is fantastic. It is great to have the pier and the front porch.Overall, for the price, it was acceptable, but I would not stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 11, 2026
Thank you for your detailed review. We're glad you appreciated the location and the kitchen supplies, and we’re sorry to hear about the issues with the bathroom and the air conditioner noise. We appreciate your feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location... We loved the pier.... Loved the old style of the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location

Tiny shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BEAUTIFUL VIEW! LOVED THE DECK AND THE PRIVATE PIER! THE HOUSE NEEDS A STRONG AIR CONDITIONING UNIT
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage with beautiful views and dock. Stayed as a small family with two young children who loved the front patio/porch. Very close to shops, beach, and ferry but far enough that you can enjoy the sound of nothing but waves.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The gas stove was difficult to work. Have used gas stove all my life so issue wasnt lack of experience, shared issue with rental agent and said would let landlord know
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad you brought up the stove issue and appreciate you letting us know.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay

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

8/10 Good

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

On the Water

This is a great location if you are there to fish or just relax! It has a great pier and is close to the center of everything! It's not fancy but great for just two. The management was super dealing with our concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2026
Thank you for your review. We're glad you enjoyed the location and appreciated the cleanliness, and we’ll keep your feedback about the space in mind.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Air conditioners ran the whole time. They never stopped. For summer will not be enough. The bathroom where do I start. You could not move around in that bathroom ! Shower curtain liner nasty and curtain. Shower was so small when we bent over you had to step out of shower. The house was clean. The house needs major repairs. The step between kitchen and front living has a step that is dangerous. We both almost fell. There is a board in kitchen behind middle chair if you step on it goes down. The bed sheets to large for bed. Memory form kept trying to off.The location is perfect.You repair things and we will be back otherwise we want back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 17, 2026
Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re sorry the air conditioning and bathroom didn’t meet your expectations and appreciate you sharing your concerns about safety and repairs. It’s good to know you found the location perfect and the house clean. We value your input and thank you for taking the time to let us know.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
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