In Rockport .You'll find Aransas Bay and Copano Bay within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Fulton Convention Center - Paws & Taws and Fulton Harbor Park.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA
Roomy house with a cottage feel and amazing views! Enjoy beautiful sunrises over the water from your front porch that overlooks St. Charles Bay, as well as lovely sunsets from the west. It's the perfect spot for watching the Whooping Cranes (October - March), Sandhill Cranes and Pink Spoonbills feed around the house or fly over to the pond across the road! Deer and other wildlife feed all around this wonderful natural setting! This amazing property is located just a few minutes away from St. Charles Bay boat launch! There is a nicely appointed king-size main bedroom with a queen-size sofa sleeper in the common area! Behind each house you will find a charcoal grill and there is a fish cleaning station behind the shed.
The Whistler has beautiful original photographs from around the state. Situated facing East, the Ibis provides amazing views of St. Charles Bay while creating a feeling of retreat.
Families are welcome and pets are allowed! Please contact the host for requested stays over 14 days. Reserve 1 house or entire property (4 houses including a total of 5 bedrooms plus 4 sleeper sofas and 5 bathrooms) for family gatherings or corporate retreats!
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 390 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs left in the cabins alone must be crated.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Frequently asked questions
How close is Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA to the airport?
This vacation home is 6.9 mi (11-min drive) away from the Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA to the beach?
This vacation home is 11 mi (19-min drive) from Rockport Beach Park.
Does Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA to downtown Rockport?
This vacation home is 9.9 mi away from Rockport.
Goose Island Flats -The Whistler 1 BR 1BA Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kendra H.
Jun 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Gem cabin in bird heaven!
This little one bedroom cabin was perfect for a quick weekend getaway and we will definitely be back! Beautiful views and peaceful wildlife surrounded us. The owners are very communicative and kind. I can’t wait to come back and stay here during peak migration!
Kendra H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Candy F.
May 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay with fishing boat
Everything was super great working with Melissa. The property manager was awesome. Love the cottage. Plenty of room for parking with a boat. Will be back again soon. ….
Candy F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth P.
Apr 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend Getawat spot!
We loved our time here, Melissa and Tim were kind and very helpful, accommodating! The home was very cute, well stocked, clean, easy to locate and comfy! The view is beautiful from the porch, lots of local spots to fish or wander and enjoy the scenery. It was very relaxing and charming and we much enjoyed our time here! Goose island was fun fishing, we loved it.Thank you for a great stay, and for sharing your lovely home with us! Definitely wanting to come back!
Elizabeth P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michele S.
Feb 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Rockport area delight
Cabins are the best run accommodation we have stayed in. The Milligan’s are very thoughtful with supplying their guests with everything you would in your own home. They made it very easy to reach if any questions. We would highly recommend if you are staying in the area.
Michele S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tammy S., New Braunfels, TX
Mar 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
Cute small place and location
Tammy S.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amber B.
Feb 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect bird watching location!
This cottage is new, modern and lovely. Very comfortable with a front porch view of the bay and pond next door where the whooping cranes, spoonbills, sandhills and more congregate. Just a delight! We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to staying here again.
Amber B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Denise V., Austin”Hook ‘em Horns”, Texas
Aug 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
We enjoyed how peaceful and relaxing our long weekend getaway was. Although there was a little hiccup with the WiFi connection, Paula was quick to help remedy it. We especially enjoyed listening to the bay breeze, the sunrises, and star gazing. I am glad we brought our daughter’s telescope. We got to see a few shooting stars!
Paula’s place is well equipped and suited our family. We’d love to come back.
Denise V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia D.
Jun 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed, great house!
We had a great time, and we will be back!
Cynthia D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
May 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
The cottage was perfect for a weekend getaway. The kitchen had everything we needed and the quiet location was amazing.
Jennifer M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
roy g.
Mar 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend
Nice quite stay. Nice location lots of birds.
roy g.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
crystal g., Spring TX USA
Jan 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Birding perfection!
This is the PERFECT place to stay if you’re coming to see the cranes and other beautiful birds. The owner was responsive and nice. Lord of amenities to make our short stay fun.
crystal g.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
Lauren G., New Waverly, TX
Jan 2, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lamar Lovelies!
These little tiny houses are just precious.
The owner was kind and easy to get in contact with. We have family a couple streets over, and it was SO convenient.
You can tell they’re brand new, and they’re equipped with all kinds of amenities including both kinds of coffee makers and even a washer dryer combo.
I’m giving it a 4 star rating though for two main reasons. First, the hot water heater was not turned on when we arrived. And as I said earlier we were visiting with family and didn’t get to the property until after 8pm and there was no hot water. In their defense that was one of the first things listed in their visitor binder and we finally found the switch (which was bright red but hidden behind the paper towel holder and completely hidden from view) but reading through that thing wasn’t our first priority coming in late at night with fussy, exhausted, crying 2 and 4 year old children who were ready for baths and bed.
And secondly, the pillow situation. There were no pillows included for the pull-out couch bed, only sheets. And the pillows that were in the bedroom were hardly any thicker than the comforter on the bed, and as a result, miserable to sleep on. Great pillows and a comfy memory foam mattress topper in a rental property would go such a long way for guests who rent rental properties frequently and know the difference.
All in all though - - - totally worth it and we would rent again!