The Spoonbill Guest House at Goose Island Flats 1BR 1BA

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Rockport, TX

Copano Bay
‪6 min drive‬
Rockport Beach Park
‪19 min drive‬
Matagorda Island
‪21 min drive‬
Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)
‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

About this space
Tiny house with cottage feel with an amazing view! Enjoy beautiful sunrises from your front porch that overlooks St. Charles Bay! You will enjoy watching the Whooping Cranes feed behind the house or fly over to the pond across the road! You will love watching the wildlife feed all around this wonderful natural setting! This amazing property is located minutes away from St. Charles Bay boat launch! There is a nicely appointed king size master bedroom with a queen size sofa sleeper in common area!
The space
Spoonbill Cottage with beautiful original photographs from around the state. Tucked at the far end of the property, Spoonbill provides amazing views of St. Charles Bay while creating a feeling of retreat.
Other things to note
Families welcome and pets allowed! A non refundable $25 pet fee will be requested. Please contact host for requested stays over 14 days. Reserve 1 cottage or entire property for family gatherings or corporate retreats!
There is a fish cleaning station behind the cottages on the west side of the shed.

Property manager

Melissa Milligan

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Dogs left alone should be crated.

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

On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Rockport

Rockport is home to this holiday home. Kenedy Ranch Museum and Bay Education Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Fulton Harbor Park and Fulton Fishing Pier. Texas Maritime Museum and Aquarium at Rockport Harbor are also worth visiting.

Rockport, TX

What's nearby

Copano Bay - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Fulton Mansion - 16 min drive - 14.8 km
Rockport Beach Park - 19 min drive - 17.8 km
Matagorda Island - 21 min drive - 17.5 km
Port Aransas Beach - 51 min drive - 48.1 km

Getting around

Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Stevie Lew's BBQ Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
‪Pops Tavern - ‬5 min drive
‪St Charles Bay Hunting Club - ‬10 min walk
‪Laredo Taco Company - ‬6 min drive
‪Turtle Bay Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Spoonbill Guest House at Goose Island Flats 1BR 1BA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Spoonbill Guest House at Goose Island Flats 1BR 1BA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Spoonbill Guest House at Goose Island Flats 1BR 1BA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Spoonbill Guest House at Goose Island Flats 1BR 1BA located?

Situated in Rockport, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Aransas Bay and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Copano Bay. Fulton Convention Center - Paws & Taws and Fulton Harbor Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

24 March 2025

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

Grandson fishing

Fun and restful

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

26 January 2025

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

Beautiful home and perfect location

We were visiting the Rockport Fulton area to see Whooping Cranes in their winter homes and were totally amazed to find quite a few in the pond across the street from the house, They also flew over the house in the mornings and evenings. The house was beautiful, current and with everything we needed.Bonus, the Milky Way viewing at night.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

29 December 2024

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

Perfect place for nature lovers!

We had the absolute best time here! If you're into nature - we saw a great variety of shorebirds including the Whooping Cranes literally across the road. The BNB was super clean and well stocked. We especially enjoyed all of the outside amenities including an evening with a relaxing fire in the firepit (so many stars!), and cooking on the blackstone under the tiki hut. We will absolutely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo R.

1 July 2024

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

Beautiful!

Excellent experience! Beautiful cottages with everything you need. Located in a peaceful area with deers, cows and birds. Great hosts!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nayely P.

16 March 2023

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

Great little cabins on the wonderful Goose Island! Had everything you would need plus some!

The cabin was a perfect size for our little family and super cute! Great location and service!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jo d.

6 April 2023

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

Wonderful

The cottage was fresh and lovely, and had everything we needed to feel at home. The location was quiet, with a view of the bay from the porch and cranes just across the road!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alton J., Houston

24 June 2023

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

Relaxation

Very clean and more than enough space to feel at home. Enjoyed it alot@

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

31 May 2023

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

Great country view

Very relaxing, peaceful stay for two nights. Good view of the bay, sunrise, and plenty of wildlife and cows outside. Appreciate that the tiny house had two coffee makers, a Keurig and a drip coffeepot. The hosts provided many thoughtful extras and amenities.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos A.

14 February 2023

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

Whooping Crane Weekend

I went to Rockport specifically to see the the whooping cranes. The cranes feed most of the day 50yds from this beautiful home. Paula has many little extras waiting for you on your arrival!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

27 October 2024

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

remarkable location

My son, grandson, and myself found the check-in easy and friendly. We arrived on a Friday afternoon, unpacked and began our weekend. The view from the front porch is wonderful, water and friendly fields We saw cattle, many birds, and then drove around exploring. Watched the sunrise each morning and saw a few deer before the cattle arrived. Sunday morning we saw dolphins as we drove along the road by the water. Amazing! We spent hours on Saturday Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. From the observation towers (me the 20' and son and grandson the 40' we saw exotic birds and just the beauty of sunlight on the water. My son told us he'd been there many times, and he'd seen an alligator once. (he quickly retreated). Sunday we headed for Goose Island State Park. More beauty, and we spotted dolphins and long-legged birds again. This location is the very best place to stay if you want calm and beauty, along with interest.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

22 March 2023

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

Perfect cabin

The pictures didn’t do it justice, it was way cuter in person. Everything was clean, there was a washer and dryer/oven/microwave that double as a toaster oven. The view was amazing with the pasture across from us with the ponds, cows and whooping cranes. And the water is literally 2 seconds away if you want to dip a line. Not to mention the historical “big tree” on the other side of the pasture. We enjoyed the weekend. Will be returning for sure.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

19 March 2023

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

Scenic, peaceful spot

We came to see Whooping cranes and were not disappointed. They really do fly all around the cottage, and they were literally the only "noise" to be heard! So peaceful you would never know that Spring Break was in full swing just a few miles away. Beautiful sunrises right out the front door, tons of fireflies in the field out front at night. Lovely bed and linens, full-size appliances, nice porch and tall Adirondack chairs that were easy to get out of. Great communication with the host through the VRBO messaging service when I had a couple of questions. Helpful tips about the house (and info on things to do and see) are all in the binder, so be sure to check it out when you arrive! We loved this place and would stay here any time of year. ❤

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie S.

16 January 2023

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

Relaxing stay on the coast

I don't want to write a good review because I don't want this place to be discovered!! Cleanliness and safety are what's most important to me when I travel, and Goose Island Flats definitely met and exceeded my expectations for both. The owner thought of everything you might need out of a studio flat on the water. There's a small dishwasher and a washer/dryer, so you can wash your towels and beach things. They also give you pretty much all the supplies you could want in a vacation rental, including a bottle of champagne upon arrival. My dogs loved to watch the deer out back and we had a great time walking down to the beach and watching the sunrise on the bay both mornings. You can also walk to the big tree and Goose Island state park from here. I'm already trying to figure out how to get back during whooping crane festival. You have a perfect view of the cranes from the front porch. I felt a little superior to everyone standing on the roadside to watch the birds because I was able to sit in my robe with a cup of coffee, and still see/hear them. The sunset behind the cottages is also beautiful and you can hear birds all night. I was a devoted Port A vacationer for a decade, but now I plan to stay here whenever I can swing it! Thank you, Paula & co.!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

William S.

10 August 2022

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

We loved it!

This cabin is so cute and well done. We were very happy to visit over the weekend and look forward to the next time!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

3 August 2022

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

Better than Expected

We loved our stay here! The location was perfect- quiet and peaceful, but close enough to beach. Being able to watch the sunrise over the bay from the porch, and the herd of deer behind the house at dusk was an unexpected bonus. The house itself was cozy, clean and didn't feel cramped at all.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

9 April 2022

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

Dog friendly, clean and quiet

Nice little cottage in a quiet neighborhood. Dog friendly with a large, unfenced yard. Really enjoyed the local sites, bird watching, and fishing.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

28 March 2022

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

Perfect Location

The property seems new and/or very well updated. The setting is perfect. We could see the bay from the porch and enjoyed sitting out early in the morning as the birds were waking up. The whooping cranes and the pink spoonbills are just across the road and are a joy to watch. The property is the perfect size for a single person or married couple. The property owner was easy to communicate with. We will stay longer on the next visit!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

27 January 2022

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

Winter get-a-way

Well designed living area with all you could need for a good visit. The location is ideal. You can see the bay across a grassy field from the unit. Lots of nature to observe: Deer at night and morning. Whooping cranes that fly over the roof and land across the street. Sand hill cranes calling. We plan to come again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha J.

23 November 2021

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

Loved it here

The tiny house was clean and the area is really nice. Perfect for a pet too! Property owner was in communication with us whenever we needed her! I would stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Roma K.

7 November 2021

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

Beautiful sunrise, deer, cattle, birds and song

It was nice and peaceful with views of the bay. Loved the front porch and high chairs. If you're tech savvy you may have better luck with the Wifi TV. Streaming was off and on. Cable would be nice. Stickers on the property were bad but it was nicely mowed.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

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Hosted by Melissa Milligan

Languages:

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Premier Host

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Living Room 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property