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Terrace/patio
Exterior detail
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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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

Cottage by the Bay

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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Amenities

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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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
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

About the neighborhood

Corpus Christi

Bay Area, a neighborhood 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.
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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 Intl. Airport (CRP) - 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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the Bay located?

Located in Bay Area, this cottage is within 1 mi (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 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

James G.

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

8/10 Good

Ann C.

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

8/10 Good

Jesse B.

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

barbara p.

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

Cozy

Close to the gulf
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandy h.

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

Christopher C.

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.

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

Savannah D.

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

Robin B.

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

Alfred G.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

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

Joanne & Don K.

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

5.0 C.

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

Justin M.

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

Mahlon D.

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

Joe B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

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

8/10 Good

Mina c.

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

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