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Get Away from It All! Waterfront Home on San Antonio Bay! 300' Private Pier!

Bayside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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300 foot pier with space to dock a boat & 2 fishing lights at end - post Harvey
Ahhh... it's gorgeous!  Front row sunset seats on San Antonio Bay
We can't get enough of this view!  San Antonio Bay and it's ever changing beauty
Back of property with large yard that faces pier & San Antonio Bay
300 foot pier with space to dock a boat & 2 fishing lights at end - post Harvey

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Swan Point Park
  • Place, Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
  • Place, Art Center Seadrift / The Art Boat
  • Airport, Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room

3 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Get Away from It All! Waterfront Home on San Antonio Bay! 300' Private Pier!

Our modest but comfortable, coastal home, we've named Pelicasa (Pelican + Casa!) is located in the small fishing community of Seadrift, Texas. Get ready to leave any stress & anxiety behind as you find yourself in an environment lacking traffic jams, traffic lights, restaurant lines and full parking lots.

Pelicasa is located outside of town at the end of Swan Point Road where it meets San Antonio Bay. This beautiful bay is one of the Gulf Coast’s best-kept secrets for great fishing & duck hunting. In fact, there are many well-seasoned fishing & hunting guides and guide services available in our area. Whether you’re a fisherman excited at the prospect of fishing from the convenience of a private pier during your stay, a hunter looking for ducks, deer or wild hog, an avid bird watcher & wildlife enthusiast or a person in need of unwinding & relaxation, our home is the place for you!

Here are some things to look forward to with your stay: front row sunset seats all for you; uninterrupted view of San Antonio Bay along with all it’s fascinating inhabitants like Pelicans & Dolphins; launch your boat right down the street at the Free Public Boat Ramp; and no noise except for the water lapping against the bulk head and the breeze rustling through the old palm tree.

There is a deck attached to the backside of the home facing the water and a deck out over the water from the bulkhead. Both offer a wonderful place to sit and take in the view. There is a large concrete pad in front of our home next to the barn that will accommodate a fairly large RV or boat trailer.

Our home offers sleeping accommodations for up to 10 people (including adults, teens or kids). However, please note: The nightly rate allows up to 6 people only. If your party includes 7 up to 10 people maximum, additional fees are required in order to allow for more time cleaning (changing bed linens, laundry, etc), to offset the additional wear & tear on our home (septic system, water well pump & equipment, etc) and to cover supply use (propane, drinking water, etc).
The master bedroom has a king sized bed, the guest bedroom has a king sized bed and the bunk room has 3 bunk beds for a total of 6 twin sized beds. Each bathroom has a standup shower and the home has a full size washer & dryer. The kitchen is equipped with a full size refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, electric stove and coffee maker (both Mr Coffee and Keurig) along with the basic pots, pans, dishes & utensils. There is a bay view from the open concept kitchen, dining & living room as well as the master bedroom. In addition to the home itself, a very large barn is set up with a propane grill, flat top propane griddle, single propane burner for boiling pots or fish fries, a freezer for storing ice and table that seats 10. We have Roku for Guests with a TV in the living room, master bedroom, guest bedroom and barn. And we also have fiber optic cable wifi for your convenience.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed
Only with prior written permission
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return Barn key to Kitchen Counter. Wash all used dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, pots & pans.
Turn off all A/C units in Bedrooms. Set Living Rm A/C unit to the Dry Setting.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seadrift

Located in Seadrift, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Art Center Seadrift / The Art Boat, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Swan Point Park and East Tidal Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Seadrift, TX

What's nearby

  • Swan Point Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Art Center Seadrift / The Art Boat - 11 min drive - 5.7 km
  • East Tidal Lake - 40 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Fishing Pier Park - 51 min drive - 46.2 km
  • Lighthouse Beach - 51 min drive - 47.0 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barkett's Seafood - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bubba's Cajun Seafood - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Terrazza Mexican Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪El Mexicano Grill #3 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Shack - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Get Away from It All! Waterfront Home on San Antonio Bay! 300' Private Pier! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Get Away from It All! Waterfront Home on San Antonio Bay! 300' Private Pier!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Get Away from It All! Waterfront Home on San Antonio Bay! 300' Private Pier!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Get Away from It All! Waterfront Home on San Antonio Bay! 300' Private Pier! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Swan Point Park and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Art Center Seadrift / The Art Boat. East Tidal Lake and Central Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 246 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape for a long weekend
Great views of the Sunsets!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our stay. My wife and I brought our fishing kayaks for the trip but ended up fishing from the dock for most of our stay. The barn area is excellent for relaxing in the evening. We could not have asked for a better stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Have stayed here multiple times. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley B.

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

Quick Birthday getaway

All had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

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

Great stay at Pelicasa

Another great stay! We love our annual visit to Seadrift and Swan Point.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

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

Great location in Seadrift

We love staying at Pelicasa each year. Wonderful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Fishing Trip

Fun time had by all!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane P., San Antonio

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

Great place

This is our second time staying in this wonderful property. We love it because it’s got a beautiful long private pier and the guys loved the fish. Denise is so easy to work with and communicate with. We will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Another fantastic stay at Pelicasa

This will be the 5th or 6th year in a row that my buddies and I stayed at Pelicasa. We head down every fall to do a blast & cast and can’t say enough good things about this property. Russel and Denise are the best hosts and the property has more charm and character than any other spot we have rented in the past. We can’t wait to get back down in December !!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert m., Houston

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

Perfect get away

This ground level bay home was so easy. Porch, patio, man cave, fishing pier and cool driftwood art made it all so perfect. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

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

Fantastic getaway!

We enjoyed every minute at pelicasa! Caught plenty of fish, kids even got to catch a crab! Quality time with my loved ones was all I needed and this was the perfect property to do it at! Thanks Denise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley B.

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

Vaca 2023

Absolutely love Pelicasa.. this is our 4th stay here, and we are already planning next stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika K.

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

6 or 7th stay

We had a great time staying in this Bay house! We have stayed there 6 or 7 times and we will be back. The fishing is great and the location is perfect for frying fish and visiting with friends. The beds are comfortable and we always have everything we need. Denise is quick to respond if you have any questions. It’s one of our favorite homes away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shana S.

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

Great!!!

Very nice!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Great Birthday Celebration

A group of 6 set out for a wonderful long weekend in SEADRIFT to celebrate a Birthday!! We had a great time - this place has everything we need: An outdoor space for the guys to hang out; nice chairs on the back porch for the morning coffee; a wonderful yard for a few games of Corn-Hole; and a table big enough for our Surf & Turf dinner. This was our 3rd time here and it is always clean and so relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherie G.

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

Country Fishing Bungalow

We spent much time on the deck overlooking San Antonio Bay. Enjoyed the beautiful sunsets. Property had an awesome gathering barn. The guys fished every day, unfortunately they only caught Hardheads, but they still had a great time. A very relaxing week.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ernest P.

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

Coastal Getaway

We couldn't have been more pleased with this property! The house was clean and well equipped. The views were amazing and the fishing was non-stop. While it was fun to explore the surrounding area, just relaxing by the water was the best experience ever. We will definitely be back. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald G.

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

Second visit

Second visit to pelicasa and it was mostly wonderful! There were lots of complications (broken dock, no fishing lights, alligators) due to the recent rains that were out of the owners control however, she did call me and give me the opportunity cancel without penalty the day before our trip. We couldn’t find another place short notice and went knowing about the dock. It was still relaxing and we made the best of it in the party barn. They’ve updated it since last summer and it’s got a great outdoor kitchen now which we really enjoyed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I have been staying at this home for several years and love it. It's always clean and maintained, on a great street in a great area. It has everything we need with a wonderful view and outdoor space. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home has it all, 6th year and looking forward to next year. Hosts are the best!Thanks again Russell and Denise…..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pelicasa never disappoints!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time. We were able to easily launch our boat from the boat launch in the neighborhood and get into the bay, reefs, shallows quickly. Great location. The house was well equipped with everything we needed and the barn decorations were adorable and a great place to hang out with family and friends. The view of the bay from the deck was perfect. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Another wonderful weekend stay

This is probably our 7th time to stay at this perfect place for a weekend get-a-way!! Always clean and comfy and just a great place to fish, relax and enjoy the company of good friends and cold drinks!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love our annual stay at Pelicasa! Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

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

Awesome Place

We have stayed here many years and it's always a great time. This place has everything you need. We enjoy fishing, playing games in the barn and cooking in the barn. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Denise & Russell Haertl

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We live in Austin, Texas where we own & manage a small business and raise our family.

Why they chose this property

This property means a great deal to us for many reasons. The main reason is this quiet, simple, coastal town is where I grew up and where most of my family still resides. We are excited to stay here as often as we have the chance... It's our home away from home.

What makes this property unique

Whether you're inside the home looking out of the great windows or directly outside, the environment is incredibly peaceful. There is no sound of traffic... only the sounds of wildlife and the breeze rustling the leaves of the old palm tree by the back deck. As the sun moves across the sky, it offers ever-changing lighting background reflected in the bay itself... making it delightful to view whether morning, afternoon or evening. We're particularly happy to watch the pelicans as they soar on the breeze, dive head-first for a tasty fish or simply hang out on our pier. Very often, a small pod of dolphin can be seen swimming by and sometimes they'll stay long enough to round up a meal between the piers... so thrilling! As to the community itself, imagine a place with no traffic nor any traffic lights... yes, unbelievable but, it really does exist. It's the place to get away from it all.

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