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Secluded coastal retreat

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Aransas Pass, TX
  • Place, Aransas Pass Aquatic Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Whitecap Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Place, North Padre Island Beach
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

+2
1 Double Futon and 5 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Secluded coastal retreat

The Downing Ranch is nestled under mature live oak trees on 2 fenced in acres. This four bedroom two bathroom ranch house has an oversize master bedroom and large guest bedrooms. Premium furnishings and high end linens. The main living area has a vaulted ceiling and a wood-burning fireplace. The dinette area will seat six comfortably. The kitchen counter extends out to accommodate four bar stools. The kitchen offers stainless appliances with plate ware to accommodate 13 guests. We offer a workstation with a printer in one guest bedroom with high-speed Wi-Fi included. The home boasts a large screened in back patio with a beautiful view of the backyard. The home is located minutes away from Aransas Pass community Park, 20 minutes to Rock port beach, 15 minutes to Port Aransas, less than 10 minutes from Conn Brown boat ramp and 30 minutes to Corpus Christi. There are countless other attractions this area has to offer. Perfect location for fishing, beach activities, shopping and dining. The Downing Ranch grounds are protected by a 24 hour surveillance system that monitors the driveway and 360 degrees around the residence.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
All events are subject to additional charges
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Pets must be kenneled when left alone.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets are not permitted on beds or furniture. You are responsible for picking up your dogs waste.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2788698
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: All events are subject to additional charges
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Aransas Pass

Located in Aransas Pass, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Aransas Beach and Mustang Island Beach. Aransas Pass Aquatic Center and Roberts Point Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
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Aransas Pass, TX

What's nearby

  • Aransas Pass Aquatic Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Texas State Aquarium - 24 min drive - 39.6 km
  • USS Lexington Museum on the Bay - 28 min drive - 39.6 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 54 min drive - 87.9 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 55 min drive - 89.0 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Butter Churn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪M&J's Hometown Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded coastal retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Secluded coastal retreat?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Secluded coastal retreat on Jun 29, 2026 start from $365, 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 Secluded coastal retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded coastal retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded coastal retreat located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Aransas Pass Aquatic Center, Rialto Theater, and Conn Brown Harbor. Lighthouse Lakes Trail and Ellis Memorial Library are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Great place!

Had a family Christmas party here and it was perfect! Clean, plenty of beds, lots of well-kept outdoor space, fun games for the kids and much more. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rexy r.

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

Excellent stay

Really enjoyed the stay, especially kids had more fun. House was very neat and clean. Have a big backyard for kids to play around.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 18, 2024
Thank you, we look forward to hosting your next vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Lots of room. Could have used a tea pitcher and some crab crackers
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clyde C.

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

Duck hunting 2022

Would love to stay here again!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree S.

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

Beautiful House

Really nice and clean house. Very peaceful and great for my dogs.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

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

Awesome

Very cozy big yard for kids to run around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denver S.

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

Vacation

The property was clean and welcoming, the backyard was completely fenced, my dog loved the space! Mosquitos were a nuisance, we hung some spartan repellents and they seemed to help. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kshitij T.

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

Awesome place

The property has a lot of facilities such as indoor games for kids and adults. Air hockey, foos ball and skee ball located in garage are very nice options for everyone. Private kitchen has a lot of amenities needed for cooking. We were 12 people who stayed for 2 days and enjoyed a lot. Corpus Christi is around 30 minutes drive to explore other things.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tabitha O.

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

All the beds

We needed a place with enough beds for all the kids, and a hotel makes us reserve multiple rooms. The beds were super comfortable, the linens soft and towels plush. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and eatery. We played some games and noticed the tv was set up for us to use our streaming services. Mosquitos were rampant so we weren’t able to use the yard, which was disappointing because we love a good game of cornhole which was available to play. The drive to Port Aransas was a quick ferry ride over the channel, making this a perfect base to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect Getaway!

We unfortunately spent most of our time in doors due to the rain, but we were able to stay inside a beautiful home! There are hundreds of mosquitoes, but we understood it was more so from the rain, but be sure to bring your bug spray! The yard was beyond imagination. The dogs had so much free room to run around! Everyone slept comfortably! The house is tucked away a beautiful neighborhood but it’s easy to get to and from the main roads. The distance itself to the ferry yard was no more than 10 minutes. This has been by far our favorite booking. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 29, 2024
Thank you for choosing to stay with us! It was a pleasure hosting you and we hope to welcome you back soon. Best regards,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regan F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Bill Garcia

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Over the last 10 years our family has enjoyed vacationing in and around Texas's beautiful coastal communities. We enjoyed, in-shore and off-shore fishing. Camping and playing on the beach. Of course, shopping at the local shops and eating at so many awesome restaurants.

Why they chose this property

We wanted a property that was close to town, secluded enough to unwind and relax. And minutes away from a boat ramp. The Downing Ranch rests on just a little over 2 acres, with at least a half acre driveway. The property boasts a large screened in back patio. With a beautiful view of the backyard. The property is professionally maintained. Sprinkler system and water spickets are on well water. Interior of the home is on city water.

What makes this property unique

The Downing Ranch is minutes away from GREAT food at Mickey's in Aransas Pass, TX. Maker 21 has live music, great food and its on the water in Rock port, TX.
If you love Mexican food, EL Original in Aransas Pass, has awesome food and great sweet tea. We are a few minute drive to the Aransas Pass Aquatic Center. If you love to fish, we are a short drive to The Aransas Pass Public Boat Ramp and has a great fishing pier right next to it. Fulton Pier and Con Brown Harbor are local fishing spots. Want to spend the day at the beach? Rock Port Beach Park is about 20 minutes away. Padre Island is less then an hour away, give or take.

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English, Spanish
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