Cottage by the Bay

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Free WiFi

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Corpus Christi, TX

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
‪2 min drive‬
Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area
‪5 min drive‬
La Palmera Mall
‪5 min drive‬
Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Completely refreshed 650 sq ft 1/1 cottage with private side entrance on left of garage. Quiet location in an established area. Enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee in the backyard oasis. 25 mins from Port Aransas with beach access, 15 mins from Bob Hall, Whitecap & Mustang Island. 10 mins from The Lexington, Texas State Aquarium, & University. Free street parking. Permit ID: 001632

Property manager

Melissa Carey

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

About the area

Corpus Christi

Bay Area, a neighbourhood in Corpus Christi, is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Beach and Whitecap Beach, while Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington Museum on the Bay are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at American Bank Center or Whataburger Field.

Corpus Christi, TX

What's nearby

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
La Palmera Mall - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
McGee Beach - 13 min drive - 9.2 km
Texas State Aquarium - 14 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taqueria Chapala - ‬4 min drive
‪Islander Dining Hall - ‬4 min drive
‪Acapulco Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
‪Jason's Deli - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the Bay pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage by the Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage by the Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the Bay located?

Located in Bay Area, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Oso Beach Municipal Golf Course and Hans A. Suter Wildlife Area. Thomas J Henry Tennis Center and University Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Susan M.

17 May, 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ann C.

21 Apr, 2025

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

outdoor sanctuary

Very nice. Friendly host. Enjoyed our stay. perfect except no water pressure in shower. The outside sitting area was our main attraction for the rental and totally enjoyed it.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

April V.

11 Apr, 2025

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

Great Property

Beautiful property in a quiet neighborhood. Extremely clean. I loved the tile and decorations. Bed was comfortable and the outdoor patio is lovely. Only con is there was hardly any water pressure in the shower. Overall, we had a fantastic stay.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

barbara p.

10 Mar, 2025

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

Cozy

Close to the gulf

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

James G.

1 Mar, 2025

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

Nice property, good location for our needs

We were there on a little birding vacation. This property gave us good access to many local sites and was conveniently located to Ocean Dr and what it has to offer.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahlon D.

13 Feb, 2025

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

Great for dog lovers!

We had a delightful stay at Cottage by the Bay which was our first use of VERBO. When we saw a previous review that mentioned the owner had two dogs, that clinched the deal. The rental house shares a large patio/garden with the owner’s residence and the back door can be opened to share the space along with the very sweet dogs who can come out through their dog door. The friendly caretaker, Josh, lives next door and gave us great advice concerning the area. The cottage is in a great location with the bay and a park several blocks away. Enjoy!

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

14 Dec, 2024

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

Beautiful Home

This was a cozy space to stay. The bed is very comfortable and the space is very spacious. I would recommend this place if you travel as a therapist or nurse it is 10 minutes from Christus Shoreline hospital. The host is an effective and fast communicator throughout the vrbo app.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jesse B.

17 Oct, 2024

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

Close to the beach

Fun little place to stay, great host.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savannah D.

11 Oct, 2024

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

Cozy little apartment by the bay.

This is a cozy little apt near the bay but not so close to all the noise life that comes with the city. Its perfect for a few night stay and has everything you need.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandy h.

3 Oct, 2024

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

Texas trip

Enjoyed the beaches including the park that was a short walk from our stay! Beautiful area, would love to enjoy a longer stay!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

16 Sept, 2024

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

Birthday fishing trip

The cottage was located in a very convienient location, close to everything we needed. It was perfect for our needs, thank you Melissa!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

4 Sept, 2024

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

Nice and affordable

Loved this little place, the dogs, and the backyard.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

19 Aug, 2024

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

A Quiet Hideaway

A quiet and peaceful hideaway close to all area attractions. On site hosts are very kind and welcoming.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfred G.

26 Jul, 2024

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

Great stay

Small cozy spot. Comfortable for our family. We had a nice bed and a air mattress for the kids. Location was awesome.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mina c.

22 Jul, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

The cottage is near Ocean drive, walking distance. It’s private and spacious. It has a few cooking utensils but enough to prepare a simple meal. I really disliked that it wasn’t clean: sink, kitchen sink and, mold in the air conditioning vent. Otherwise, this is a good place to stay in Corpus.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

5.0 C.

9 Jul, 2024

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

Perfect Location

Love the place and it was close to all the places we wanted to visit. Will probably stay again next year. Within about 35 minutes of all the following places and is 2 blocks from the ocean. The Lexington North Beach Texas State Aquarium Port Aransas North Padre Island

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

28 Jun, 2024

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

Little jewel!

Exactly as advertised, it's neat as a pin, simple, clean, and comfy. Everything you need is handy. The bed is comfortable and the water pressure and shower head are terrific. (I'm pretty picky about those last 3 items.) I would definitely bring my family here again!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

30 May, 2024

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

Great Stay

Had wonderfully quiet stay. Very restful. Clean and comfortable. Felt at home.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne & Don K.

13 Apr, 2024

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

Very nice home

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Nice quiet area, lots of living space and super friendly dogs. Would not hesitate to return if we return to Corpus Christi.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

11 Jan, 2024

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

Stay at the Cottage by the Bay

This was a very clean and spacious place. The owner provided great communication during the process. Would recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

27 Jul, 2023

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

Great Getaway For Couples

This was our first visit to Corpus Christi and we could not have found a better place to stay! This little guest house is perfect for couples. It was very centrally located for everything we needed. This place was comfortable and the neighborhood was quiet. Could not give this place higher praise, we would love to stay here in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023