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EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER

Waterfront cabin in Rio Hondo with balcony

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Property grounds - EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER (Rio Hondo)
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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER (Rio Hondo)
Living area - EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER (Rio Hondo)
Living area - EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER (Rio Hondo)
Escape to Emma's cottage, where cozy charm and lakeside tranquility await. Enjoy your own private pier for BBQs, fishing or simply taking in the serene atmosphere. Explore nearby Brownsville zoo & museum and experience all that this perfect weekend getaway has to offer.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Lake view

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER

Perfect weekend getaway close to home! While at Emma's cottage it's like being at grandmas home; always cozy.
You get your own private pier & bbq pit.
A boat ramp is available at Adolph Thomae Jr County Park.
While in the area don't forget to visit Brownsville zoo & museum.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Wash all used dishes, but don't put away.
Return keys back in lockbox and switch over the numbers
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Rio Hondo, TX

What's nearby

  • Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge - 36 min drive - 27.1 miles
  • South Padre Island Golf Club - 37 min drive - 32.6 miles
  • Sunrise Mall - 45 min drive - 40.6 miles
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 55 min drive - 45.4 miles
  • South Padre Island Beach - 55 min drive - 45.6 miles

Getting around

  • Valley Intl. Airport (HRL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chilly Willies - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boats & Bikers - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Express - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wharf at Arroyo City - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge and within 20 mi (32 km) of Texas Air Museum and Laureles County Park. Memorial Park and Nature Park West Resaca are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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EMMA’S COTTAGE; WATERFRONT FISHING PIER Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johnny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, clean and cold air. Caught fish on nice dock.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

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

Great place relaxing atmosphere

Had a great time thanks for a the really nice place had a relaxing Father’s Day thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Family weekend

We had a blast! Very clean and such a beautiful view! Will be booking here again 😊😁
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

Great visit

Any problems were promptly addressed. Nice cabin. Great location. Will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis O.

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

Great Place (and not just for fishing)

We rented this cabin fully expecting it to be a nice fishing. We were wrong, it wasn't only a nice fishing cabin, but rather a great cabin all together. My wife and I really enjoyed the relaxing afternoons sitting on the back porch or dock. Everything worked perfectly and we look forward to our next visit. BTW...Leo is a great host...top notch!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia Z.

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

Awesome stay

Worth every cent. Very private and just like the pictures. We enjoyed our stay there and had a wonderful time. Didn’t catch much but very relaxing and very private. Communication with host was wonderful and everything was just as she described. Will stay again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

George H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing Vacation

We loved the property and especially the great fishing dock.We had great hopes of catching fish and planed to fish morning noon and night. I have very good equipment and was well prepared. I went to an area bait dealer and got good tips on what to use for bait and how to fish from the dock. Also discussed with a neighbor.Unfortunately nothing worked and all we caught were a few very small catfish. Not many either. Loved the property, facilities but very dissapointed. We paid a very hansome price expecting to catch some fish. Sorry, but we wouldnt recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an amazing stay loved it will be going back sooo recommend!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel G.

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

Great place

Excellent for having a great vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

relaxing getaway

Very cozy cabin! Loved everything from the inside of the cabin to the large pier! Will stay again next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas j.

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

Get a way

Couldn’t have been more pleased with our stay. I hope they will have us again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth M.

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

Weekend fishing trip

The cottage was great! Communication was timely, always willing to answer all questions. Fishing dock was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the pier and the bar b que pit, though the bar b que pit myte need to be upgraded. But overall, it was what i was looking for, fishing snd relaxing!! Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reymundo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emma's College is an incredibly pleasant and enjoyable experience. The cottage has everything you could need for a great weekend getaway, from a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker to excellent air conditioning. I especially loved the pier fishing area; it was amazing. The cleanliness and atmosphere were top-notch, and communication with the manager was fantastic. I strongly recommend this spot to everyone and can only give it five-star ratings.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irma C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy. Awesome fishing area. Very peaceful. Air-conditioning works great. Beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JO L.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025