By The Bay Vacation Rentals

03/16/2026

We’re so excited to introduce Reel Cove Sunset — the newest home in our vacation rental collection 🌅

This waterfront 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath retreat on Salt Lake is made for relaxing coastal getaways, with beautiful water views, a private pool, and inviting indoor-outdoor spaces for family and friends to gather.

Highlights include:
✨ Waterfront location on Salt Lake
✨ Private pool (heating available for an additional fee)
✨ King primary suite with private balcony and ensuite
✨ Fully equipped kitchen
✨ Open-concept dining and living area overlooking the water
✨ Guest bedrooms with sliding doors to the backyard/pool area

Whether you’re planning a fishing trip, couples getaway, or family vacation, Reel Cove Sunset is ready to welcome you.

Now booking: https://www.bythebayvacationrentals.com/reel-sunset-cove-orp5b74ac8x
Questions? Send us a message.

02/05/2026

✨ New Coastal Cabins Now Booking ✨

We’re excited to introduce three brand-new tiny homes at By the Bay — each designed for a relaxed, comfortable coastal stay with just the right touch of charm.

🐟 Speckled Trout
🐟 Magic Mahi Mahi
🐟 Wild Redfish

Each cabin is its own private retreat and includes:
✔️ Thoughtfully designed interior
✔️ Private pergola with outdoor seating & grill
✔️ Easy self check-in
✔️ Close to the water, dining, and local favorites

Perfect for couples, friends, or anyone looking for a peaceful coastal escape.

📅 Now accepting reservations
📩 Message us or visit our website for availability

01/01/2026

Cheers to 2026 🥂
A new year is the perfect time to slow down, soak in the view, and start planning something worth looking forward to.

At By the Bay Vacation Rentals, it’s all about calm waters, coastal sunsets, and time well spent with the people who matter most. Whether you’re dreaming of a weekend escape or a longer stay, there’s no better moment to start planning your 2026 getaway.

Here’s to new beginnings, coastal days, and memories made by the water.

👉 Now booking 2026 stays

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12/25/2025

A little Christmas magic, coastal style 🎄🌊
Warm wishes from our families at By the Bay Vacation Rentals—where holiday memories are made by the water.

11/07/2025

🦃 Thanksgiving Getaway in Rockport, Texas! 🏖️

Escape to the Texas Coast this Thanksgiving! 🌊
✨ What makes this special:
• 🏡 Cozy coastal retreat steps from the water
• 🦃 Perfect for family gatherings & holiday memories
• 🎣 World-class fishing & birding right outside your door
• 🌅 Wake up to stunning sunrise views over Aransas Bay
• 🍽️ Fully equipped kitchen for your Thanksgiving feast

📅 November 23-30 AVAILABLE 📍 Rockport, Texas - The Charm of the Texas Coast

Trade the crowded family dining room for a peaceful waterfront escape where you can actually hear each other give thanks! 💙

Book now before it's gone! 🌐 https://www.bythebayvacationrentals.com

11/07/2025

🍂 STILL AVAILABLE FOR THANKSGIVING WEEK! 🍂

Cook Your Thanksgiving Feast Outside or Inside! 🌟
✨ What makes this special:
• 🏡 Charming Rockport retreat with amazing outdoor living
• 🍳 Incredible outdoor kitchen - grill, prep space & dining area
• 🦃 Perfect setup for outdoor Thanksgiving celebrations
• 🌤️ Enjoy Texas weather while cooking your holiday meal
• 🎣 Close to all Rockport fishing & coastal attractions
• 👨‍🍳 Fully equipped indoor kitchen

📅 November 23-30 AVAILABLE 📍 Rockport, Texas - The Heart of the Texas Coast

Why be stuck inside cooking all day? Fire up the outdoor kitchen and make this Thanksgiving a true Texas celebration! 🔥

Perfect for:
• Large family gatherings
• Outdoor entertaining enthusiasts
• Those who love to grill & chill
• Making new holiday traditions

Book now before it's gone! 🌐 https://www.bythebayvacationrentals.com/3rd-coast-retreat-orp5b70cf4x

10/10/2025

Visit Grandma B’s while visiting Rockport!

Candies of all sorts and a large variety of Blue Bell Ice Cream 😛

Don’t forget to book direct to save on fees! 😎

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Step into the vibrant world of Grandma B’s Sweet Treats in Rockport, Texas! This lively ice cream shop is a colorful wonderland filled with delicious smells and colors. Explore over 30 amazing ice cream flavors from classic homemade vanilla to fun creations like the Blue Monster. Don't miss out on our famous homemade waffle cones—they're a perfect match for our creamy treats. Beyond ice cream, discover rows of candy delights and refreshing shaved ice flavors. Come visit for a sweet experience you won't forget. See why locals call us the best "ice cream near me"!

10/05/2025

08/31/2025

🎶 Good vibes. Cold drinks. Live music. 🍻🥂
That’s what shopping at Coastal Mercantile with a stop at their 406 Bar is all about.

📍 Just minutes from your stay with By the Bay Vacation Rentals, it’s a local favorite you’ll want to add to your Rockport list!

08/28/2025

✨ New Listing: Third Coast Retreat ✨
Your ultimate Rockport getaway is here! This stunning 3BR/2BA home sleeps 8 and is perfect for entertaining and relaxing.

🍹 Fully stocked kitchen (yes—even a margarita maker!)
🔥 Outdoor kitchens with grill, griddles & fryer
📺 65” outdoor TV + lounge areas
🎣 Crab nets, fishing poles & co****le
🚿 Outdoor shower + spacious decks with teak furniture
🌊 Just minutes from Rockport Beach & boat ramps

📍 Book your stay today and make unforgettable coastal memories!

https://www.bythebayvacationrentals.com/3rd-coast-retreat-orp5b70cf4x

05/29/2025

Rockport is featured in Texas Highways—and for good reason! Come see what the buzz is about. Book your getaway with us today and fall in love with the coast.

Things are heating up and Texans are readying themselves to flock to the nearest body of water. From rivers and lakes to mineral springs and the ocean, our June water issue dives into a myriad of places to cool off this summer.

In “The Reel Deals,” contributing writer Tracey Minkin traveled the Texas coast in search of the state’s most timeless seafood dives. From Nederland to Port Isabel, Minkin picked 20 spots where it’s all high tides and good vibes.

Meanwhile, Texas Highways’ longtime resident river expert Joe Nick Patoski recommends the Guadalupe River’s top spots for recreation, food, and lodging in “Guad-ahhh-lupe.” "This is the coolest place to be outdoors for 350
miles in any direction," he writes.

And San Antonio-based writer-at-large Katie Gutierrez takes readers on a personal wellness journey at the state’s storied mineral spas in “Healing Waters.” After experiencing a medical crisis, Gutierrez explores the health benefits these spas can provide.

Throughout the rest of the issue, you’ll find a guide to the coastal town of Rockport, a roundup of the state’s most extravagant hotel pools, and a spotlight on a biologist dedicated to saving the Kemp’s ridley sea turtle.

Buy the issue: https://bit.ly/4kCTqfp

📷: Matthew Johnson
📍: Paradise Key Dockside Bar & Grill, Rockport