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Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach

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Pool
Beach Gear Credit Included With Your Stay! (2 Night Minimum)
Pool
Outdoor dining
Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81205 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach

IR109, Fins Up Getaway, 3BR, 2BA, 8 Guests, 2 Shared Community Pools, Boardwalks, No Pets Allowed, Golf Cart Accessible, Parking Passes for 3 Vehicles Only

This spacious first floor condo is perfect for a group of friends or family reunion.
Walk into the gleaming kitchen with all the stainless-steel appliances, crisp white cabinets, granite counter tops, dishes, basic pots, pans and utensils you need to enjoy your stay. The island bar has three stools. Adjacent is a large dining table with seating for six, with additional chairs available. Across the open space is the living room with a leather love seat, couch, coffee table, speaker system, and wall-mounted flat-screen TV. Borrow books from the shelves near the stereo. Large windows look out to the patio. Step out the door to the private patio just across the lawn from rolling dunes. The Gulf waves crash on the other side of the dunes, and you can smell the salty breeze. Enjoy your coffee or an evening chat with the seabirds and swaying dune grasses. Back inside, the sleeping areas accommodate up to eight people. The master bedroom (BR1) has a comfortable Queen-sized bed below a print of sailboats and lighthouses. The large windows look out to the dunes. The attached bathroom has double sinks and a walk-in shower with glass doors. The next bedroom (BR2) has two Full-sized beds in calming blue bedding. There is a flat-screen TV, and palm trees sway outside the large window. The final bedroom (BR3) has two sets of Twin bunk beds so everyone can spread out. At the end of the hall is the second full bathroom with a tub. It also has a window for great natural light while getting ready. Located near downtown Port Aransas, you have easy access to the golf course, shopping, restaurants and entertainment.

BR1- 1 Queen Bed
BR2- 2 Full Beds
BR3- 2 Sets of Twin Bunk Beds

Things to know:
Please bring k-cups, coffee and filters.
Laundry detergent not provided.


Island Retreat Amenity Access and Important Information:

2 - Large Swimming Pools – Hours: 9am – 10pm
2 - Boardwalks to the Beach w/ rinsing station
Basketball Court
Tennis and Pickle ball court
Sand Volleyball
Playground
Charcoal Grills and Picnic Areas throughout the complex
Private Event Room - Call for details
24 Hour Laundry Facility (coin operated)
Sorry, No Pets Allowed
Minimum age to rent is 25, ID Required
All Vehicles require a parking pass
No Grilling within 20ft of any building

Guest Services @ Island Retreat Office

Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm

Saturday 9am to 1pm

STR # 248277
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Affirm Payments Are Not Accepted.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a deadlock
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Aransas Beach and Mustang Island State Park. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 22 min drive - 34.8 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 22 min drive - 34.8 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kody's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach on 7 Jun 2026 start from £195, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Holiday Beach and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Mustang Island Beach and Horace Caldwell Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

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

Great stay!

We enjoyed our stay! It was clean, well stocked and the staff were very friendly and accommodating. It was close to the beach and restaurants/retail. We'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2022
Hi Katie, Thank you so much for your review! We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Island Retreat and the access to the beach and restaurants! Looking forward to your return visit to the Island!
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda N.

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

Mostly perfect stay at the beach!

This bottom floor unit was just what we needed for the week! We brought 4 teenagers with us and everyone had plenty of space. The Island Retreat had 2 large pools (the boys loved the deeper ends), tennis, pickel & basketball courts to enjoy as well as sand volleyball. The walkway to the beach that was closest to us was underwater, but the one on the other side of the complex was very nice. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, but could use some updated larger pots for cooking for a group our size. We had a great week and would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2021
Thanks for the great review. We do appreciate your business and look forward to you staying with us at Life in Paradise again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

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

Great location

Traveling w/ 4 teen boys for a tournament. Location was perfect. Rooms and layout worked great. Couches are super comfortable, beds were fine. Kitchen was a nice space but lacking pots and pans to cook for a group of 7. There was only one old 8” pan and 2 small pots. The patio is decent but lacking seating. There was 2 chairs but one was broken. We used our own chairs. The boardwalk to beach is about 100 yards and the pool was just a short walk. The bbq pit area is nice, but you’ll need your own bbq tools. The building is older and a little run down but that didn’t bother us. Ac kept it cold.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that our location worked out perfectly for your tournament trip and that the room layout, comfy couches, and A/C made your stay more relaxing. Hosting a group of energetic teens can be an adventure, so we’re glad your accommodations provided a solid base for all the action. We also appreciate your constructive comments about the kitchen equipment and patio seating. Feedback like yours helps us identify areas for improvement, and you can rest assured that we’ll look into refreshing our cookware inventory and adding more comfortable patio seating soon. It’s great to know you enjoyed easy access to the boardwalk, pool, and our BBQ pit area. We’ll make a note to provide BBQ tools as well for future guests’ convenience. Thank you again for your thoughtful review! We hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay in the future. If there’s anything specific we can do to make your next visit even better, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Warm regards, Life in Paradise Team
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kim b.

Liked: Cleanliness
There was a little confusion about early check in. I called 2 hours before our 4:00 check in and was told the condo was ready but upon arriving the main office staff was saying that the condo wasn’t available yet. Once that was cleared up, we were able to go ahead with our check in. The kitchen has most items needed but could definitely use a few new frying pans. There was 1 and it was very old with and not clean. No sponges available to clean with. The A/C worked but not very efficient in some of the bedrooms. The primary bedroom was freezing cold, and the 3rd bedroom was hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brenda L.

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

IR109 good stay

We had a group of 7 ranging from 10-81 years old. The property was good. The boardwalks to the beach were close & a short walk to the beach & we spent many hours on the beach. There are many amenities onsite at Island retreat which we did not have time to utilize but it was nice that all were available. The unit we were in was per advertised. The AC cools primarily in the master, kitchen & living area & less so in the other 2 back bedrooms & bathroom. The toilet in the master does not flush well but all is understandable with an older property. We enjoyed that the living/kitchen/dining area was all open (one room). We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia D.

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

Summer getaway

Overall property was nice and conveniently located. The only issue was the AC. Did not cool well in back bedrooms. We were gone most of the day so didn't have time to address with property. We just dealt with it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia G.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Nice escape

I liked the place and the property. Had a bit of trouble with the guards not wanting to allow any other cars in for the evening when we wanted to have family over, but we worked around it. It should be started on description that no visitors or only 2 passes nothing more. Also room was not ready at 4 as promised it was closer to 4:30.

About the host

Hosted by Owner/Property Manager

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No pets allowed.
Must be 25 years old to book one of our units. Strictly enforced, ID verified upon check-in.
Laundry detergent not provided.
Please bring coffee and filters.

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