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Escape to Copano Bay + Lighted Fishing Pier & Swimming Pool! Pet Friendly 7 beds

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A swimming pool with clear water, a wooden deck, and a view of a pier extending into the water.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand, a dresser, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, large windows with a view of the beach, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A wooden deck with chairs and a view of the ocean and pier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Copano Bay
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Rockport, TX
  • Place, Salt Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Copano Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rockport Beach Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Flamingo Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Mermaid Room

1 Queen Bed

Nautical Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Sunrise Room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Escape to Copano Bay + Lighted Fishing Pier & Swimming Pool! Pet Friendly 7 beds

El Gato has long been a favorite vacation rental home in Rockport because of its beautiful setting on Copano Bay, the 400 foot private lighted fishing pier, and its waterfront swimming pool. This luxury, pet friendly home features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms that will accommodate up 14 people. Sweeping views of Copano Bay can be enjoyed from the open concept living and dining area as well as the large upper deck.

The fishing is fantastic on Copano Bay and you will have the opportunity to catch trout, redfish, flounder, and black drum from the privacy of your backyard along the lighted fishing pier. Sporting two T-heads with fish attracting LED spot lights and a fish cleaning station, this property is the ultimate fishing destination.

For those just wanting to relax, the cooling waters of the swimming pool and the nightly sunsets are the perfect setting for unwinding. (Please note that this home does not have a hot tub). Inside, you will find a large, fully equipped kitchen with plenty of counter space. Each themed bedroom has its own smart TV set up for streaming. We are sure you will enjoy your stay in Rockport at El Gato vacation rental on Copano Bay.

STR Permit # P-00279

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5311945vb
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

Rockport

Located in Rockport, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Copano Bay and Salt Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fulton Harbor Park and Rockport Center for the Arts. Texas Maritime Museum and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Rockport, TX

What's nearby

  • Salt Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Copano Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rockport Beach Park - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Texas State Aquarium - 39 min drive - 59.8 km
  • USS Lexington Museum on the Bay - 43 min drive - 59.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tropical Smoothie Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jayroe’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to Copano Bay + Lighted Fishing Pier & Swimming Pool! Pet Friendly 7 beds pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape to Copano Bay + Lighted Fishing Pier & Swimming Pool! Pet Friendly 7 beds?

As of 7 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape to Copano Bay + Lighted Fishing Pier & Swimming Pool! Pet Friendly 7 beds on 3 Nov, 2026 start from S$1,932, 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.

What time is check-in at Escape to Copano Bay + Lighted Fishing Pier & Swimming Pool! Pet Friendly 7 beds?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to Copano Bay + Lighted Fishing Pier & Swimming Pool! Pet Friendly 7 beds?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to Copano Bay + Lighted Fishing Pier & Swimming Pool! Pet Friendly 7 beds located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Copano Bay and Salt Lake. Fulton Harbor Park and Fulton Convention Center - Paws & Taws are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and all in one property very family/kid friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2026
Thank you for the review! We are glad your family enjoyed the home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely perfect. 10 star house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed the house and your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place! We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Views and comfort!!

Loved the views of Copano Bay, the cool pool, and the comfortable home. Great floor plan and large family gathering room. Had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation 2025

We had a blast we definitely fished and enjoyed the pool everyday.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fun

Lots of space to visit, sleep, eat as a family. Played, swam, fished together.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful stay at this beautiful bayfront property. The home itself is gorgeous — extremely spacious, well‑designed, and easily accommodated all six of us. The large kitchen and open living area were a highlight, especially with the full wall of windows overlooking the deck, the water, and the fishing piers. It’s the kind of space that makes you want to slow down and simply enjoy being there.A couple of things could make the experience even better. Because the windows have no coverings, the natural light creates a strong glare on the living‑room TV during the day, making it difficult to watch anything. Mounting the TV on the adjacent wall or adding window coverings would solve this. Also, the master bedroom stayed noticeably warmer than the rest of the house, so my wife and I chose to sleep in another room for comfort.We loved having access to the fishing pier, but the lighting at night was a bit dim. Adding at least one brighter white light would make it easier to see your catch or rig your poles.Even with these small issues, the property was truly amazing. Every time we finished an outing or meal out, we looked forward to returning to the house. It made our trip feel relaxing, fun, and memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Both the pool and pier were private which was nice. We caught several fish off the pier (Black Drum, Croaker, catfish) and several kids caught their very first fish. The pool was a nice getaway for both kids and adults. Water as a little cold but very clean. Sitting areas and bay view was wonderful and relaxing. Kitchen was huge and spacious which we loved. Host Dawn answered all my questions and in a very timely manner. The whole family loved the get-away and quality time together!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Getaway

The house was beautiful and everything we could have wanted for a family gathering. We had 13 people and there was plenty of room. Plenty of hot water! We had washer going and people showering at the same time with no problem. The kids had the best time going from swimming in the pool to fishing on the pier and back again. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A good time was had by all!

14 members of my family, including for teens and for preteens, had a great time at your place. The Fishing was OK, not great. The swimming pool was a big hit, especially in the heat of the day. The large living room and kitchen served our purposes well. Plenty of room to play games and enjoy meals together. It was especially nice to have five bedrooms, because escape from the noise was doable.Not a problem to go to town. A well stocked HEB was near enough to get the ice cream home before it melted. Tackle town, a popular tackle shop, had everything we need for Fishing. Highly recommend Flemming’s bait stand in the Rockport Harbor.Had a problem with a door handle falling off, and Dawn had it fixed within eight hours. Plenty of dishes, utensils, and glasses.We will be back again, in the future.
Gorgeous sunrise
We caught a bunch of black drum
Sunsets on Copano Bay are amazing!
Monster thunderhead
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Your host

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I fell in love with Rockport when I first visited in 2002 and have lived here ever since. I bought my first vacation rental in 2003 and have enjoyed renting vacation homes to people for many years.

Why they chose this property

Copano Bay has fantastic fishing and beautiful sunsets. This home is special for a lot of personal reasons, and I am happy to be able to share it with other people who enjoy appreciate the beauty and specialness of this area.

What makes this property unique

This something for everyone with the pool, the pier, and the multiple spaces for relaxing and enjoying the view.is such a great gathering spot for family and friends. There is
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