Location: Old Town, Port Aransas, Gulf Coast, Texas, USA View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible Bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 6-7)
Stay at a place you actually LOVE! Love the 5 star appointments in a beachy cottage! Everything thoughtfully chosen and built for our favorite guests. Love Comfy beds with soft cotton sheets and blankets, Down Pillows & Comforter. Love the breakfast nook that's like the main salon on a yacht! Love having Broadband & Wifi Internet. Love cable on flat screen TV & DVD player. Love having an open kitchen stocked with coffee, creamer, tea and sweetener. Love finding a really nice bath with soaps. And then love a front loaded washer & dryer so you can have clean towels & clothes. Master bedroom appointed with queen bed. 2nd bedroom with bunk beds and full size bed. Futon makes to double if needed. Free internet & cable.
Too much sun? Love the ability to retreat to your hideaway and play board games, draw on the chalkboard, surf the net, watch TV or a DVD! Love mornings with coffe on the deck and watch for large ships in the channel.
Love the location to walk to cool restaurants and just love being outside with a beach breeze!
Perfect cottage located at 425 Farley Ave. for fun at the beach and only 3 blocks away from the finest restaurants & shopping! All the 5 star features like pine plank floors, granite and tiled surfaces. Cute cedar lined breakfast booth for relaxing and dining. Master bedroom & living room open to large deck for enjoying morning coffee and sunsets as you look towards ship channel. Large yard on quiet street: great for a stroll. Covered parking for boat or car. Pet friendly with $25 one time charge.
To get to the beach, go 3 blocks to Alister St, Right 1 block to Beach Street. Left on Beach Street 1/2 mile to park. Water is another 400 yards into park. 15 minute walk from house.
Keywords: Coastal Cottage, Pet Friendly, Updated House
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Garage : Used for Owner's Storage but may be available to Long Term or Winter Texan Renters.
- Covered Parking : Under the deck - provides UV protection but not from precipitation.
- Linens Provided : 100% Cotton high thread count sheets; All linens high quality
- Air-Conditioning : Completely New 2010 Central A/C & Heat
- Parking Off Street : Under the deck, or in the Driveway
- Washing Machine : New front loader high efficiency
- Clothes Dryer : New front loader
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer : Under the deck
- Beds
- Sleep Sofa /Futon : Futon in Living Room; linens provided.l
- Queen : Master Bedroom has one Queen size bed
- Bunk Bed : Singles - in second Bedroom
- Double : In second bedroom
- Entertainment
- Satellite Or Cable : Cobridge Communications Expanded Digital Cable TV
- DVD
- CD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : New (Gas) Stove & Oven, New sink & Faucet, Granite countertops, tile backsplash. New light fixtures & Fan
- Refrigerator : Standard Over/Under Freezer/Refrigerator
- Cooking Utensils : All the necessities
- Microwave : New in 2010
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : Very Large Deck wraps around half the house. Access from Master Bedroom or Living Room. New this year: Glass top table with Umbrella, seven chairs
- Balcony
- Communications
- Wireless Broadband : D-Link Wireless (or wired) Router with 802.11 "B", "G", and the new "N" modes.
- Broadband Access : Very High Speed Cable Internet: (5-10mbps Download speeds; 2mbps uploads)
- Suitability
- Non Smoking Only : Smoking allowed outside only
- Minimum Age Limit For Renters
- Children Welcome
- Pets Considered
- Activities
- Surfing
- Tennis
- Jet Skiing
- Wind-Surfing
- Shuffleboard
- Wildlife Viewing
- Water Skiing
- Shopping
- Hunting
- Sailing
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Golf
- Cycling
- Rafting
- Antiquing
- Sight Seeing
- Basketball Court
- Horseback Riding
- Museums
- Cinemas
- Restaurants
- Live Theater
- Shelling
- Boating
- Miniature Golf
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Horseshoes
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Parasailing
- Kayaking
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
HIGH SEASON: May 15th - Sept 5th, Spring Break, & Special Events: $199/night OFF SEASON: Sept 6th - May 24th: $99/Night(Sun thru Thurs),$149/Night (Fri & Sat) *** TWO (2) NIGHT MINIMUM STAY *** *** Maximum # of occupants = 8 *** CLEANING CHARGE: $45 one time fee. PET CHARGE: $30 per pet, per stay, 3 dogs max. MONTHLY RATE: Oct - Apr: $1350 (except March $1475). Summer Monthly Rate = Inquire LONG TERM: year round w/ Lease: $1700/mo.(+ utilities)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2010
Why the Owner Chose Old TownWe bought this house because it was on a great street close to town! It was a lot of fun being creative with the remodel. We took the place back to studs and added all new sheetrock, cedar accents, central a/c. We thought since it was a small place we could do lots of fun finish out with it. It turned out to be more work and way more money than we intended, but it's great now! I love how everything turned out. It's sunny and cozy with everything you need!
The Unique Benefits at this HouseWe love having a quiet place to walk. It's so much fun to be able to walk out of our quiet spot and be right in the middle of restaurants and shopping! We love Port A! There's so much to do here.
Affordable, tasy Tex-Mex. Fast, Friendly service. Favorite among locals.
Public Swimming Pool: New,Nice,and Clean. Favorite among toddlers and small children. Very nice skate park and baseball fields.
Located behind San Juan Restaurant and the little Sno Cone Stand: Set on two acres surrounded by giant Black Willows and native prairie, Paradise Pond is the only permanent freshwater wetland on Mustang Island. A 'secret hot spot' that fills with colorful songbirds each spring and fall, more than 100 species of Neartic-Neotropical migratory birds have been observed in this little oasis.
The Wetlands Education Center, an educational resource for the citizens of Texas and a "living laboratory" for students and scientists, is a 3.5 acre salt marsh surrounded by sheltering dunes. An extensive boardwalk system and observation platforms allow people to walk around the marsh area without disturbing the environment. Explore the marsh and learn how plants and animals adapt to life in this wet, salty habitat during biweekly guided walking tours. Tour days and times change seasonally, so please contact the UTMSI Visitor Center (361-749-6805) for current tour schedule information.
From SH 361 at the ferry landing, take Cut-Off Road to Ross Avenue and follow the signs to the Leona Belle Turnbull Birding Center. This birding facility attracts birds and birders alike. The boardwalk stretches nearly a mile over the shallow, brackish water and allows for close observation of many birds. From the observation platform look for waterfowl (Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Cinnamon Teal), grebes (Least included), heron and egrets, cormorants, shorebirds (such as Black-necked Stilt) and flaming pink Roseate Spoonbills, the Port Aransas city bird. The parking area and land along the boardwalk are planted in native species, so be alert for landbirds during migration. Keep your eyes open for the resident American alligators Boo
One of Five Stripes in Port A: Gas, Diesel, Beer and all your typical Convenience Store Faire. This one has a 'Red Box" DVD Vending Machine!
There are at least seven or eight restaurants in this two block section of Beach St.
Formerly known as "Charlie's Pasture". The recently opened Port Aransas Nature Preserve encompasses 1,217 acres where early island residents once grazed their cattle. The Preserve features over two miles of hike and bike trails and includes a pavilion, boardwalks over algal flats, crushed granite trails on the uplands, covered seating sites and a tower overlooking wetland areas around Salt Island. The natural area’s extensive tidal flats provide feeding areas and important habitat for shorebirds and endangered and threatened species such as the piping plover. The entrance to the Preserve is at the end of Port Street, and adjoins the Community Park and the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center.
Fishing Pier on the Beach at Beach Rd and Lantana by the Highrise Condo. Bait Stand, snack bar. Catch hammer-head sharks at the end of the pier, or really big drum after a big storm. Good place to watch surfers & kiteboarders too.
Really nice City Park with fishing pier, shuffleboard, horseshoes, picnic tables, observation deck and beautiful view of the Corpus Christi ship channel and the Lydia Ann Channel. Walk along the seawall and watch the Dolphins!. Good fishing close to the Ferry landing
Good Cheeseburger stand with waffle fries. Outdoor seating - across Ave G from Cars & Carts Golf Cart Rental
Owner's Map of Old Town
We moved to Port Aransas in 2008. Suzanne is a Massage Therapist (Massageworks Port Aransas). Charlie was a Merchant Marine Officer but is now remodeling houses and restoring a 1966 Hinckley 48 Sailboat.
Property Photos
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- Exterior with Large deck
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- Great spot for morning coffee
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- large deck
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- Quiet Street 3 blocks to town
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- Living Room with Door to Deck
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- Breakfast Booth in Dining Room
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- Kitchen
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- Bedroom w/Door to Deck
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- Bunk Beds & Queen Bed
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- Tiled Bath
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- living room with TV
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- front load high effeciency washer/dryer
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- Build a sandcastle!
Traveler Reviews (9)
Loved our stay at the Seashore Cottage!
Guest: beachmom
(Burleson, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/17/11
Review Submitted: 07/29/11
We had a great time in Port A while staying at the Seashore Cottage! There was plenty of room for our 4 adults and 2 kids (7 & 10). Everything was clean and in working order. The house was just perfect for us, a short drive to the beach and right in town to make it easy to get out and about on a whim. Would defininely recommend staying here.
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, families with teenagers, pet owners.
Awesome Stay!
Guest: Leka21
(Austin TX)
Date of Stay: 07/10/11
Review Submitted: 07/18/11
We had a wonderful stay at Seashore Cottage. The house was large enough for 4 adults and 2 children (age 3 and 1). We never felt too cramped and the dinning table was large enough for us to have friends over for dinner one night. Everything was fully stocked (only had to get paper towels) and Suzanne even got us a new coffee maker after I asked if she had anything larger than a 5 cup pot (we drink lots of coffee). Thank you, thank you! Every appliance was in working condition and the house was very clean. The large deck is awesome and I wish we would have taken more advantage of it in the evenings. The location is super close do downtown and the IGA grocery store and only 5 min drive to the beach. Thanks so much for letting us stay and providing such a comfortable place. The Kelly's
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers, pet owners.
We LOVE this cottage!
Guest: SteveM
(Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 05/06/11
Review Submitted: 05/24/11
This marked our third year of taking a one-week beach vacation in Port A. The last two years we selected a condo found on VRBO and enjoyed it just fine. Last year, though, we found we already outgrew the condo (family grew to x2 children) and we knew this year we'd want a larger place. This cottage was all we hoped it would be, and SO much more! Excellent location close to groceries, restaurants, AND beach! The deck is outstanding! Interior is impeccable! Appliances, living space, decor, we cannot say enough about just how pleased our experience was. This year it was our core family (x2 adults, x1 3yo, x1 1yo) for the full 7 days. For a few nights we had additional family members AND x2 small dogs. So, x4 adults, x2 children, x2 dogs for about 3 days...PLENTY of room for all to be comfy and enjoy the surroundin area!
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers, pet owners.
Wonderful Place
Guest: Juan
(Sugar Land, TX)
Date of Stay: 04/14/11
Review Submitted: 04/18/11
Went to check out sandfest this weekend at Port A and stayed in this cozy cottage. It was great! We felt at home the moment we walked in. There was a total of 6 in our party and we all fit very comfortably. We were all pleasantly surprised to find everything we needed from beach towels to cookware to games for the kids, this place has everything you need and then some. The pictures of the beautiful warp-around porch really don’t do the place justice. It was huge and so relaxing to hang out on. We took a drive around some of the other places that were for rent around the area and we all agreed we got the best place at a great price. We will defiantly go there again. Thank you for sharing this lovely place with us.
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, families with teenagers, pet owners.
Home away from home
Guest: tony
(cartier manitoba canada)
Date of Stay: 02/03/11
Review Submitted: 03/30/11
The cottage was all that it said and more and was in a very nice area for little walks with our Pom Dusty. Was nice and clean with a huge deck for morning coffee or sunset happy hour. The Mccanns were lovely people very acomodating and freindly We loved the resturants around Port A Averys , Port a Pizzeria,Kodys ,to many good ones Would recomend it to anybody we know We golfed, fished ,met knew people , loved the beach picnics, and the I G A has it all right there.
Recommended for:Families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers, pet owners.
Great Stay!!
Guest: Gladys
(Arlington,Tx)
Date of Stay: 12/21/10
Review Submitted: 12/31/10
Vacation house was exactly as described. Furnished very nicely and everything well taken care of. Quiet neighborhood and short walking distance to shopping and restaurants. Very short drive to beach or walk if you preferred. We really had a great vacation in Port Aransas and our Shi Tzu loved walking on the wrap around deck and watching the people go by. Owners extremely easy to work with and a pleasure to do business with.
Owner response:Thanks for the great review!
Recommended for:Families with young children, sightseeing, girls getaway, pet owners.
Great Times - Easy to Work With
Guest: Pels630
(Denton, Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/12/10
Review Submitted: 08/31/10
The owners are very nice and helpful. The washer/dryer combo was a life saver, did not need to pack as many clothes to save room in the vehicle for the drive from N. Texas. House completely updated and very pleasant. And the huge deck is great in the evening to separate yourselves from the kids. Thanks again
Owner response:It was great meeting you all. Glad everything went well! Hope to see you again!
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, pet owners.
Excellent Vacation Stay
Guest: Justin
(San Antonio, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/09/10
Review Submitted: 07/13/10
Our family of 6 stayed at the Seashore Cottage for a weekend getaway to the beach. The place was very clean & still had that brand new smell to it. We all slept comfortably, the beds were great, & had it plenty of towels. The photos & description are all very accurate. We found it to be absolutely perfect and would recommend to all especially families with small children (they liked the bunk beds). Even the dog had a great time and we hope to go back soon! Another note - the property owners were very nice & went out of their way to return a wrist watch that got left behind. I mention it only because it goes to show the kindness & honesty they have & it adds to the quality of their home. Once again we really appreciate everything thank you Charlie & Suzanne.
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, families with teenagers, pet owners.
Very Nice!
Guest: Cat
(San Antonio)
Date of Stay: 07/02/10
Review Submitted: 07/05/10
My family & I stayed here for the Fourth of July weekend and were blown away!! No pun intended! We were very pleasantly surprised to see that this cottage was as beautiful as the photos show and the owners put special care into the renovations. We loved the newly installed wood floors and wrap around deck which we were able to see the spectacular fireworks display from. This cottage is centrally located to all the best Restaurants and just a short drive to the beach. The owner Suzanne is very friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay here again if we visit Port A next year.
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, families with teenagers, pet owners.
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