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Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Holiday Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • On beach
  • Shared communal pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Port Aransas, TX
  • Place, Holiday Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mustang Island Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach

IR102: 2BR, 2BA, 4 Guests, 2 Shared Community Pools, 2 Boardwalks, No Pets Allowed, Golf Cart Accessible, Parking Passes for 2 Vehicles Only

This first floor condo has been newly remodeled and offers an open and inviting floor plan. The full kitchen has spacious granite counter tops, crisp white cabinets, new appliances and stocked with dishes, basic pots, pans and utensils to prepare meals. Dine at the table with seating for four or play a friendly game of cards. Relax in the living room on one of the four chairs with ottomans while enjoying a movie on the TV with cable. Sip your morning coffee on the back patio in the ocean breeze while taking in the sunrise. The guest bedroom (BR1) has a King bed, nightstands, TV and closet. It is accessible to the hall bathroom with granite vanity and tiled tub/shower. The master bedroom (BR2) has a King size bed, nightstands and chest for your beach attire. The ensuite bathroom is comprised of a double granite vanity with a stand alone tile corner shower. This resort complex boasts Charcoal BBQ pits and picnic areas, laundry facilities, 2 boardwalks to the beach and 2 shared community pools. Located near downtown Port Aransas, you have easy access to the golf course, shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Book today!

BR1-King
BR2-King

Please bring K-cups.

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 # 248270
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

Property # 2270394
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

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 Beach. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking, and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Holiday Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mustang Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 29 min drive - 34.8 km
  • North Padre Island Beach - 30 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬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 Jun 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Sandfest, Shared Pools, Boardwalk to the Beach on Aug 17, 2026 start from $277, 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?

Onsite 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?

Check-out 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 (0.4 km) from Holiday Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Port Aransas Beach and Mustang Island Beach. Horace Caldwell Pier and IB Magee Beach Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffery W.

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

Great stay!

Perfect landing spot from the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 27, 2023
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are pleased to know you enjoyed the property and that we were able to accommodate your needs. We look forward to seeing you again at Life in Paradise.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ajay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great resort/property for family and kids

Great resort/property for family and kids. 2 min walk to the beach, Lots of amenities and facilities on the property itself: has 2 x large pools on the property, basketball court, tennis court etc. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2022
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are so glad you and your family enjoyed the property and that it had everything you needed! We look forward to your return to the Island! Thank you for staying at Life in Paradise!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Barbara M.

Liked: Check-in
The location was good but the place was unimpressive. The living room furniture needs replacing. The kitchen was ill-equiped and did not even have any coffee, coffee filters or salt and pepper! The beds were okay. The TV's were hard to operate if at all. Same with some light fixtures. The back door needs work, if left unlocked it blows open. Once and done for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 4, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the home did not meet your expectations, particularly regarding the living room furniture, kitchen setup, TV usability, light fixtures, and the back door. We appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention. As noted in the listing, coffee, spices, and similar pantry items are not supplied due to health reasons, though we understand that can still impact a guest’s experience. Thank you again for your review. Feedback like yours is valuable as we continue working to provide a more comfortable and reliable stay for future guests. -Life in Paradise Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evie B.

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

Quick getaway

We had a great stay at the condo, and it fit all our needs. Loved that the back porch faced the ocean and dunes, and the boardwalk was really close. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2024
Thank you so much for your glowing review! 🌊 We're thrilled to hear that our condo exceeded your expectations and provided everything you needed for a memorable stay. It's wonderful that you enjoyed the ocean and dune views from the back porch and found the nearby boardwalk convenient. Your kind words inspire us to continue offering exceptional experiences for our guests. We can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful visit! 🌅✨ -Life in Paradise Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H.

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

IR 102 is a great place to stay

Comfortable beds, clean throughout, nice patio, just a short walk to the beach. We loved it, and will be back! WiFi worked perfectly, as did the television with all the channels! Air worked great and so did the kitchen. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 22, 2022
Thanks so much for staying with us, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay, We look forward to having you come again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

Would rent again

This unit is nicely updated with granite and tile. We were very comfortable and had all that we needed. We would rent this unit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 30, 2022
Hi Kathleen, Thank you for the 5 star review! So glad you enjoyed the property and had everything you needed! We look forward to your return to the Island!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Convenient

Easy access. Was clean but could use an extra blanket in each room. Was convenient for beach access as well as town activities and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Judy M.

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

Very comfortable ground floor condo.

We liked this place--especially that it had two bedrooms, each with a king-sized bed. Conveniently located--and on the ground floor. Nice that we didn't have to climb stairs with luggage and ice chests. A few issues which have been reported and hopefully will be corrected: Keurig quit working, ac had some problems, and the living room furniture needs to be reupholstered (looks tired and dirty). The condo was clean and well equipped. We would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Thanks for the review, Island Retreat is a great place to stay. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jimmy E.

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

Condo stay a single path away from the beach

Listening to the ocean on the back porch was magically awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 29, 2022
Hi Jimmy, We appreciate your review! We are glad to hear you enjoyed the ocean and the property! We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

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

Ery Good Management company

There was actually a mechanical issue with the unit we had rented, but the management company moved us to an adjacent unit quickly that was similar to this property (a kitchen faucet needed replaced; maintenance likely could have replaced it while we were there, but due to the season they had ability and thus chose to move us and not interrupt our stay)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 23, 2022
Hey Ashley, We are glad we were able to accommodate you and your guest to another unit given the maintenance issue! We hope you come back and see us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great family location

Perfectly easy to check in and everything was exactly as listed. Super close to the beach and easily accessed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Paula M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Island Retreat

We enjoyed our stay at the Island Retreat. The picture shows the beach view from this unit but we could not see the beach. The unit was clean when we got there. The shower/tub did not drain and we had about 2 inches of standing water in the tub while showering. The other shower needs a shower curtain or door to keep the floor from getting wet. It was a short walk to the beach down the boardwalk. Also, just a little suggesstion: Since the restaurants were so busy we ordered pizza but there was not a pizza cutter in the unit.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

BJ O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Ok

Relatively clean, some what comfortable. Furniture in living area was cheap and there was no couch. Otherwise no complaints.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie Kay T.

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

Great place

This condo was exactly as described and more. It was very very clean which we appreciated so much. It was in a perfect location close to the board walk to the beach and had a nice back porch. The neighbors were very friendly. We had an issue with the key code; however, it was quickly resolved by the property management (When they said they would have someone out to resolve the issue in 10-15 minutes, that is exactly what happened. We were honestly surprised!). Great place and we will go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina F.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Owner/Property Manager

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

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