Marina’s Cozy Cottage. Family friendly with cold AC in summer and warm winters!

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A two-story building with a garage door, a covered porch, and a fenced driveway.
A blue building with a large wooden garage door, a palm tree in the foreground, and a clear sky.
A paved parking area with a blue building and a covered structure.
A gated property with a blue building, a metal shed, and a palm tree.
A wooden dock leading to a bench by a lake with a grassy area on one side and a sandy area on the other.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Rio Hondo, TX
  • Place, South Padre Island Golf Club
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Sunrise Mall
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, South Padre Island Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Harlingen, TX (HRL-Valley Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

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About the area

Rio Hondo

Located in Rio Hondo, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Iwo Jima Monument and Narciso Martínez Cultural Arts Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Nature Park Retention Garden and Nature Park Rain Garden. South Padre Island Adventure Park and Texas Conjunto Music Hall of Fame and Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
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Rio Hondo, TX

What's nearby

  • Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge - 36 min drive - 39.4 km
  • South Padre Island Golf Club - 37 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Sunrise Mall - 50 min drive - 61.2 km
  • Port Isabel Lighthouse - 50 min drive - 62.6 km
  • South Padre Island Beach - 57 min drive - 70.4 km

Getting around

  • Harlingen, TX (HRL-Valley Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chilly Willies - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Boats & Bikers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dirty Red's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Express - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Marina’s Cozy Cottage. Family friendly with cold AC in summer and warm winters! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Marina’s Cozy Cottage. Family friendly with cold AC in summer and warm winters!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Marina’s Cozy Cottage. Family friendly with cold AC in summer and warm winters!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Marina’s Cozy Cottage. Family friendly with cold AC in summer and warm winters!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Marina’s Cozy Cottage. Family friendly with cold AC in summer and warm winters! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge and within 20 miles (32 km) of Laureles County Park and Memorial Park. Nature Park West Resaca and Nature Park Retention Garden are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy, and perfect for a fishing trip. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 9 Nov 2026
So glad you enjoy your stay. Thank you for the review, you and your family are welcomed back Anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don’t do it justice! This place is so pretty, much detail and thought put into it. Great family time in a very cozy place! Fishing is amazing. They provide everything you need and more!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2026
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences at our location. So glad you and your family Had a great time. You are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved this home. Very cozy, clean, and organized. The home had more than enough space and all the beds were very comfortable. Host was excellent in providing clear instructions on property and even provided additional convinience items, which made things easier for us. This will be our go to rental when in Arroyo city.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the awesome review. You and your family are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is amazing. The house is beautifully decorated. The pier is well lit and the fishing was great. The host is extremely friendly with great communication. My boys and I had a fantastic time and we will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. Fills our heart knowing you truly enjoyed your stay. You are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved the place. Very spacious for my family fishing trip. Host was available for any questions I had throughout the stay. Quick to respond. Had everything we needed. Even a baking pan for cake! Shall return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and glad you had an awesome weekend celebration. The Mariachi’s was a nice touch. Your family is welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property exceeded my expectations. Good coummunication with host, he replied and answered my questions quickly. Really enjoyed our stay and would rent in the future if I decide to go to Arroyo City again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are glad you our accommodations were to your satisfaction. You and your family are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beds were comfortable, the place was clean, the fishing lights were perfect. We had a great time. The host was very friendly and always available for questions.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Really appreciate you sending a review of your stay. You and your family are welcomed back anytime. Thanks again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was well stocked and very clean, communication was great, and expect us to come again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Fills our heart to know you liked our property. You are Welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at this property !The house was perfectly set up for everyone’s needs , the fishing was great off the private pier and there was even charcoal, lighter fluid, ice in freezer that the property owners had bought for us to use. It made our bbq setup for our birthday celebration so much easier. Would definitely recommend for anyone to stay here ! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and glad you had a pleasant experience in our cottage. You and your family are Welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabins screened in porch was the best part of the entire property. It was relatively windy free but still fresh inside of it. Very nice view, definitely worth the money
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Always super excited to receive positive feedback about your experience at our property. Here at Marina’s Cozy Cottage we strive to offer a space and amenities above your expectations. Thank you so much for taking the time to give us a great review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great and had everything we needed for our fishing trip to Arroyo. The private dock is very well maintained. The BBQ pit area under the tree was cool throughout the day even with the scorching summer heat in July. The home is very spacious and has very comfortable beds. The dual central ACs are great to keep the home at the perfect temperature. Overall a wonderful time for our kids ranging from 5 months to 8 years old. The host was also very nice and made our stay even more wonderful. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are glad our place provided a location for you to make some memories with your family. You are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This pace is beautiful! Definitely well thought through and decorated professionally!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
Thank you for awesome review. We truly strive to provide a place where families can make long lasting memories. You are welcomed back anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place with great fishing!

The place was clean and neat we had everything we needed and had an amazing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review. You are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Great stay for a guys fishing or hunting trip
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review Tom. You are Welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

nice place to relax

Great place my family enjoyed it good fishing are nice place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place

Amazing place to relax and fish
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2024
Really appreciate you sending a review of your stay. You and your family are welcomed back anytime. Thanks again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Very nice n enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2024
Thank you for choosing Marina’s Cozy Cottage. You are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Work retreat

Great place. Will rent again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Glad you enjoyed our cottage. You are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay for the ling weekend

Eveything was as listed and communications were a breeze
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2024
Really appreciate you sending a review of your stay. You and your family are welcomed back anytime. Thanks again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Piece of heaven ❤️

We loved our staying🙏 Mr. Ramos was really nice and attentive to all of our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing

Enjoyed every day, very peaceful place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2024
Thank you for your review. You are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Place was Amazing! I’ve rented in Arroyo city all my life, and this place was by far the most well kept and comfortable of them all. I will be coming back ASAP!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
It feels are heart with joy knowing you truly enjoyed our cottage. We purchased this place in Jan 2024 and new to VRBO rentals. When creating our space we simply thought of everything we would personally like when we travel. So far we have had nothing but great reviews. Our Mission is to continue to make improvements that make our guest want to come back. You and your family are welcomed back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was amazing. Rooms were clean, found no isses. Amenities were on point. Had welcome candies and cookies. Everything we needed for our stay was provided. This was one beautiful home. We loved the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Really appreciate you sending a review of your stay. You and your family are welcomed back anytime. Thanks again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Get Away

We were looking for a get away place to get the family together and to celebrate my birthday. This place delivered. The house is well kept with a great view of the river. We hope to go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience. We will continue to find even more ways to make any future stays even better. You and your family are welcomed back anytime. Happy belated birthday as well.
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