05/03/2022
Nice review by John L. last week!
I can't say enough great things about this place. If you are looking for a beautiful and serene hideaway in Rockport or Fulton, this is the place to be. Mark is an amazing host with great attention to detail and guest comfort. He's super at communicating, answering any and all questions, and absolutely goes above and beyond to create a great guest experience.
As for the house, it's simply lovely. There's a great local history to the house as part of the compound of a famous Texas artist and his wife. The conversion of the house from artist's studio to elegant bungalow was done with tremendous attention to care and detail, and it makes for a very comfortable and relaxing home base for any activities you want to undertake in the Rockport/Fulton area. Only four blocks from the bayfront and many of the area's best restaurants, bars, and shops, the Garden House is in the heart of everything. Walk to dinner or cocktails, explore the bay and harbor, and then retreat back to your own sanctuary where you can relax by the pool or under the rustic pergola with its twinkling lights.
While the house is small, it's also thoughtfully designed and never feels at all cramped, especially thanks to the two sets of French doors and the many windows that overlook the lovely backyard. It's hard to ask for a better morning than to get a fresh mug of coffee from the Keurig, open the French doors, and relax on the comfortable white chairs on the small patio as you watch the sun come up.
All in all, a lovely weekend in Rockport, and I'll definitely return. Five stars for Mark and the Garden House!