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Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Rockport

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6980 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Rockport, TX
  • Place, The Gallery of Rockport
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Rockport Center for the Arts
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rockport Beach Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rockport

Heart of Rockport.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Aransas Bay and 2 miles (3 km) of The Gallery of Rockport with a stay here. Rockport Center for the Arts and Texas Maritime Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The Gallery of Rockport - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Rockport Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Texas Maritime Museum - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Bay Education Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Rockport Beach Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosita's Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Paradise Key Dockside Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Original Vallarta Mexican Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Boatman’s - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay

Heron's Hideaway

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Just a 3-minute walk from the Aransas Bay, “Heron's Hideaway” is a brand-new, single-story 2BR/2BA home boasting a gourmet kitchen and an inviting screened porch perfect for enjoying the bay breeze. Covered parking includes room to bring your boat along!

Spend sunny days fishing the Rockport Pier, swimming at Rockport Beach, or exploring the shops on downtown Austin Street -- all a short drive from your retreat.

LIVING AREA

Unwind in the living room, furnished with a sofa, two armchairs, and coastal-chic decor. Watch favorite shows on the 50” Roku TV.

KITCHEN & DINING

A full suite of stainless steel appliances shine in the well-equipped kitchen.

When you’re ready to eat, serve tasty creations at the dining table for six.

BEDROOMS & BATHS

This single-story home sleeps up to six guests between two bedrooms and a sleeper sofa in the living room.

Sleep soundly on the queen bed in the master bedroom. The en-suite bathroom offers a walk-in shower.

The second bedroom is outfitted with a queen bed, while the second bathroom is configured with a tub/shower combination.

OUTDOOR AREA

Kick-start your morning with a cup of coffee on the screened front porch, detailed with seating for four.

EXTRA AMENITIES & MORE DETAILS

Guest amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, a washer/dryer, and parking for up to four cars total. Two cars can park in the driveway, and two cars (or one car and a boat) can be parked under the carport.

This single-story home is accessed via eight steps.

If traveling with a larger group, consider renting one or more of the additional Vacasa properties on this street.

THE LOCATION

Your retreat is in the ideal location for birders, and is a short 3-minute walk to the Aransas Bay and its beautiful vistas.

Cast a line from Rockport Pier, located just a mile away. Just 2 miles away, you’ll find Cove Harbor Marina and Drystack, a popular boat launch site. Drive just 6 minutes to reach fun in the sun, surf, and sand at Rockport Beach. While you’re in the area, head to downtown Rockport’s Austin Street for the best local shopping and dining options.

Walk 3 minutes to the Connie Hagar Cottage Sanctuary to find nearby natural bliss. Goose Island State Park and The Big Tree -- one of the largest live oaks in the world -- are 11.4 miles away.

**Due to the location of our rentals, you may encounter situations with wildlife/pests. Please be aware of your surroundings, take caution while driving at night and supervise your children at all times while outdoors. In addition, all properties do utilize pest control maintenance on a regular basis BUT this does not guarantee pests or bugs will not be visible.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 980 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay to the airport?

This vacation home is 7 mi (12-min drive) away from the Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay to the beach?

This vacation home is 18.4 mi (35-min drive) from Port Aransas Beach and 1.8 mi (4-min drive) from Rockport Beach Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay to downtown Rockport?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Rockport.

Heron's Hideaway: Brand-New Home w/Screened Porch, Boat Parking - Walk to Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and well-kept
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and as advertised
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great experience and a great location for us. I loved the parking because it fit my truck and boat. The house was very clean also. The screened in porch was so nice to have while sitting outside and enjoying the evening/night! I will definitely try to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magnolia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruna A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway Spot!

We had an awesome stay! The house was exactly as advertised nice, charming, and very comfortable. The only issues we ran into were with the pullout couch, which would sometimes get stuck, and the porch door that locks from the outside. We actually got locked out and had to wait for a neighbor to unlatch it. But aside from those minor inconveniences, everything else was amazing and we had a great time! We would definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and very clean. The location is wonderful as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience!!

We got there late in the evening on check in day. We were tried, so went straight to bed. The next day we had baseball tournaments. When we got back to the house it was HOT!!! The A/C was not working. I called the number they had someone out there within a couple hours. The A/C guy had the thing going within a few minutes. The time we stayed was AWESOME!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was very nice and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melree P.

Nice but…

It was nice, but a couple of weird things are the dinning room table makes it hard to open the fridge. The dryer tells you to use the washer a certain way, but that way has tons of spills and a broken lid. Some dishes were put away but dirty. However, they supplied soap shampoo conditioner towels cooking utensils dishwashing detergents detergent for the washing machine. All were appreciated. Just weird to book through Vrbo and communicate through Vacasa
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

The location was nice and in a peaceful area. The house was clean and very nice. Had a wonderful time with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

Fabulous house. Will definitely stay again. Clean and great location. Very impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorable spring break trip!

We had an absolutely wonderful experience. This was our first time to rockport. Home was perfect and everything is centrally located. Highly recommend to anyone traveling with small kids. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S., Granbury, Hood County, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

House worked great for all of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

The house was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay

Everything was as stated. Only complaint was I believe the water heater is the size of a cup. Couldn’t give our son a bath without the hot water running out super fast. Other than that the trip was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Trip

House was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H., Spring,Tx USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Rock Port Trip

Very nice and clean house. All the amenities needed for a relaxing couple of days. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

This was a very comfortable and clean place. Good location and I loved the facilities. The house was very equipped with supplies. The location was good but I wish there were a more places to fish in walking distance. The beds were very comfy and soft. We really enjoyed our stay! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Konna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

The property was in great condition! It is well maintained, clean, beautifully decorated and met our families needs. We love how close it was to the beach as well as fishing docks/piers. We will definitely be recommending to all our family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommend

My husband and I were 100% pleased with our stay here. This was our 4th time visiting Rockport and this was our best rental yet. It’s in a nice quiet neighborhood, close to the bay, well stocked, and comfortable beds. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aracelia P.

Liked: Cleanliness

We all loved it!!

Exactly as in the pictures! Clean! Well stocked of everything you could possible need. Will definitely recommend to friends. Only negative: No outdoor fire pit. And must share a BBQ grill with others.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Little House

Everything about this little house was perfect. We were exploring Rockport (next time we will bring our boat as there is great parking for it). Just down the road from great restaurants and you can actually see the ocean from the porch while having coffee in the morning. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice stay

Very clean. Only negative was there is no blind on the side kitchen window.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Paul W.

Satisfactory

The house was fine but there were not enough towels, soap; trash bags etc for a group of four adults for one week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023