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Dive In and Unwind: Pet-Friendly Living with Community Pools and Hot Tubs.

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Charming coastal retreat — spacious and serene with wraparound balconies just steps from the shore.
Bird’s-eye view of your beachside escape — unwind by the pool in this peaceful slice of paradise.
Open-concept coastal living — comfy lounge space perfect for family movie nights after a day at the beach.
Bright and beachy kitchen — fully stocked for cooking up seaside feasts and morning coffee moments.
Spa-style bath with coastal charm — soak, relax, and refresh in style.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Common Spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Dive In and Unwind: Pet-Friendly Living with Community Pools and Hot Tubs.

🍋🌊 Oyster On A Half-Shell – TF04 🏡
Italian Elegance Meets Coastal Bliss in Port Aransas!

✨ • 4+BA • Dual Pools & Hot Tubs • Golf Cart Access ✨

🔑 Rental Requirements
✔️ Age 25+ required
✔️ No smoking on premises
✔️ Maximum occupancy enforced by city ordinance (based on legal capacity, not beds)

🌴 Your Luxurious Coastal Escape
Step into Oyster On A Half-Shell, an Italian-inspired villa infused with coastal charm. From lush greenery to dual sparkling pools 🏊‍♂️ and scenic patios 🌿, this home promises a Port Aransas getaway like no other.

Gourmet Kitchen: Fleur De Lune backsplash, polished concrete countertops, 36` Italian gas stove with removable wok burner 🍝🍤—perfect for seafood feasts or sunset cocktails 🍹

Living/Dining Area: Open-concept space for laughter, memories, and group gatherings (comfortably sleeps 15+) 🛋️

🛏️ Sleep & Privacy for Everyone

Grand Master Suite: King bed 🛌, private porch, soaking tub 🛁, double sinks

Detached Guest Suite: Queen bed 🛏️, private bath, separate entrance

Additional Bedrooms: Queen bed & full-over-full bunk room—ideal for kids or friends 🛌

🏡 Luxury & Convenience

Private elevator 🚪

On-demand hot water 💧

Parking for 4 cars 🚗

Short golf-cart ride to the beach 🛺

🌞 Outdoor Living & Fun

2 Pools & Hot Tubs 🏊‍♀️🛁

Scenic patios for morning coffee ☕ or evening cocktails 🍷


❌ NOT Pet Friendly

🌊 Oyster On A Half-Shell isn’t just a villa—it’s an experience where Italian elegance meets beachside bliss. Book today and let luxury and coastal vibes take over! 🌴✨
HOUSE RULES
1. Minimum age of 25 is mandatory for property rental.
2. Upon confirming your reservation, we`ll email you a rental contract outlining our policies, rules, and expectations. Please review and sign it before your arrival to ensure clarity and mutual understanding.
3. Parties or events are not permitted.
4. Please use your 3 designated parking spaces at your residence. (Golf Cart Accessible)
5. No Pets Allowed. Any non-disclosed pets will result in a charge of $400.


**Some New Wave properties have exterior cameras to help ensure the safety of both guests and homeowners**

Don`t hesitate to contact our office at any time if you encounter any issues or need maintenance assistance during your stay!
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
HOUSE RULES 1. Minimum age of 25 is mandatory for property rental. 2.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 592985
Property # 2795926
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

About the neighborhood

Port Aransas

Located in Port Aransas, this condo is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Port Aransas Beach and Nature Preserves, while Port Aransas Museum and Rialto Theater are cultural highlights. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, parasailing, and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Port Aransas, TX

What's nearby

  • Mustang Island Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Holiday Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Whitecap Beach - 21 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bier Haus - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kody's - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dive In and Unwind: Pet-Friendly Living with Community Pools and Hot Tubs. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dive In and Unwind: Pet-Friendly Living with Community Pools and Hot Tubs.?

As of May 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dive In and Unwind: Pet-Friendly Living with Community Pools and Hot Tubs. on Aug 23, 2026 start from $510, 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 Dive In and Unwind: Pet-Friendly Living with Community Pools and Hot Tubs.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dive In and Unwind: Pet-Friendly Living with Community Pools and Hot Tubs.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dive In and Unwind: Pet-Friendly Living with Community Pools and Hot Tubs. located?

Situated on a lake, this condo building is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Mustang Island Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Holiday Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

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 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane R.

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

Port A

Id stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 7, 2025
Thank you so much! We're glad to hear you'd stay again – we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

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

AMAZING!!

Great location! Very short drive to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2025
Justin, Thank you for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed the location and how close it is to the beach. Hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre T.

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

Clean and responsive property manager

We loved the property. Everything on the listing was accurate. The elevator didn’t work but that didn’t ruin our stay. The rooms were comfortable and the pool/hot tub were really nice. Overall I’d book this property again. We had no issues during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 3, 2025
Andre, Thank you for your kind feedback! We're so glad to hear you loved the property and found everything as listed. We apologize for the elevator not working during your stay, and we appreciate your understanding. It's great to know the comfortable rooms and pool/hot tub made your stay enjoyable. We'd be happy to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

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

Wonderful Beach Access

Property is very clean and updated. Support personnel very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 26, 2023
We are happy to see that you found the home to be clean and updated. We hope you will come stay with us again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Miranda's party.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great stay! The place is so nice.
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2022
So glad you loved your stay -- we look forward to hosting you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth N.

Had a great stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Accommodations were great. Was nice that we had room for all of us to stay under one roof.
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 24, 2022
So glad you enjoyed this spectacular home! It is so close to the beach and the two pools are great! We hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

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

Memories

We came with family 6 adults, 4 kids. We realize that we need to come for a longer visit. Accommodations were great. Only two minor hiccups. We had trouble getting the door open but ended up figuring it out and the trash can outside was full from previous tenant and this morning it was gone. Like I said this was minor. There were young adults in the pool area until 3 am being very loud and appeared to be drinking. Our memories of this trip are Amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that your family had such a great time and that the accommodations suited your group well. It’s wonderful that you’re already thinking about coming back for a longer stay—that’s the best kind of feedback we can receive! We also appreciate you bringing those minor issues to our attention. We're glad you were able to figure out the door, and we’ll be following up with our cleaning team regarding the trash so it doesn’t happen again. As for the late-night noise at the pool, we completely understand how that could be disruptive. We'll be notifying the HOA and community management to help ensure quiet hours are better respected moving forward. We're so happy that you made amazing memories, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Celeste A.

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

Up to you

When it comes to cleanness, I have to give it a 1 star, we had all pans dirty and plates.(old food stuck on them) we had so so many ants when we got there. The fire alarm kept going on for 2 nights. All bedding had to be washed when we got there because ants were on bed as well. With short notice we couldnt find something else. Especially since this was paid for. Its a great house just needs more maintenance
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're truly sorry to hear about the issues you experienced during your stay. We strive to provide a clean and comfortable environment for all our guests, and it's disappointing to learn that this was not your experience. That said, none of these concerns were brought to our attention during your stay. Had we known, we absolutely would have done our best to address them immediately and make things right for you. We appreciate you pointing them out now, and we’ll be following up with our team to ensure these matters are resolved for future guests. Thank you again for your honesty and for staying with us.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Camden M.

morrison trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House need extra pillows and blankets. other than that it was perfect
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2023
Thank you so much for your review! We will let the owners know about your suggestion of adding pillows and blankets. We love that you enjoyed your stay at Oyster On A Half-Shell!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

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

Awesome property

Enjoyed our stay. Very clean, location was perfect and the size of the house was perfect for the 8 adults. House was well equipped with all essentials we needed. Glad we only booked for a 4 day weekend because what attracted us to the house was the pools....... but we were disappointed because the pools were green with algae and were unusable. Will stay again but will check on the pool situation before we confirm booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2023
We are glad you enjoyed the rental! We will get in contact with the HOA in regards to the pool situation.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Billy M.

familyfun

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: location is great, parking was excellentspacious rooms, rental company was very helpful.We did not have access to the big pool for 5 days due to it being green, and that caused crowding in small pool, that is why we gave it four stars.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2022
We are so sorry about the green pool. The HOA was aware of it, and we were told it was being fixed all week. It is a great area for kids and are glad you got to at least enjoy one of the pools! We are glad you enjoyed our Oyster on a Half Shell
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

elevator condo!

I can tell you the small issue we had here was taken care of within 30 minutes of calling them!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2023
So glad we could fix you small issues fast we want to make every stay the best stay ever!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Frisco, TX

Oyster On a Half Shell review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a great vacation home. We hired it as we needed an elevator for older folks. The elevator was a bit iffy as it got stuck. Response for assistance was super quick. Overall our stay was good!
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 18, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you again your in Port A.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Patricia B.

Sray

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Door code didn't work when I arrived, hot tubs and pool were cold, water to the slide was shut off on Sunday. The gate in the backyard is broken along with the fence is leaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 17, 2022
Thank you for letting us know the issues that we can provide to the HOA as the pool/hot tub and fencing are in their control. We truly appreciate it. Thanks for loving New Wave and Oyster on a half shell!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Irene P.

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

Nice with struggles and frustration

It started from the moment I got there. Could not get into site with code provided. Combination lock code had bad batteries and had to be replaced by maintenance. Elevator was problematic throughout stay. Something wrong with the magnet on the inner door as well as the connection of the outer door in the third floor. Stove did not work and it took till the next morning (late mo) to get it fixed. That cost me not only a great deal of frustration but also cost because I could not prepare a meal as I had planned. Door leading to pool from 1st floor not working. Could not turn the lock. When stove was fixed they replaced the lock. Again an inconvenience for my family in lack of access but also a lost of anemeties since we could not enjoy. Washer had a load of towels. Do not know if clean or dirty but should not of been there. We washed and folded them. It was a nice place , very clean with exception of towels left in washer but overall we had everything that we needed once it was working. There were 3 coffee pots all which were missing parts or did t know how to use. We finally got one to work. I don’t know that I would select one of your properties again? Your management was kind and courteous when they finally came around. Considering that check-in is at 4:00 and office closes at 5:00 with no after hour support until the next day should be considered.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2025
Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to share your experience. We sincerely apologize for the inconveniences you encountered during your visit. We understand how frustrating it can be when things don’t go as planned, especially when you're trying to relax and enjoy your time. We are sorry to hear about the issues with the access code, stove, elevator, and door locks, as well as the confusion with the washer and coffee makers. These are not the experiences we aim to provide, and we truly regret the impact this had on your stay. While we addressed each issue as soon as it was reported, we understand that the timing and interruptions were not ideal. We do appreciate your kind words about the cleanliness of the space and our team’s courtesy once they were able to assist. Please know we are reviewing your feedback carefully to improve our response systems and guest support, especially around check-in and after-hours concerns. Although we regret that your experience was less than seamless, we hope you might consider giving us another opportunity in the future. We’d love the chance to provide a smoother, more enjoyable stay.
Verified

6/10 Okay

lilliana j.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Less than satisfactory

The property manager had an emergency call when I was 2 hours away from the property. It was to let me know the elevator was not working. I booked this property because my mother was traveling with us. The property was 3 floors and boasted of an elevator had a mother-in-law suite downstairs, but my mother was unable to join the family because she is wheelchair bound. The news I got seemed to be an after thought on the property manager and a sneaky-way of telling me something they probably knew all along. A beautiful looking stove which the oven did not work, i did not read anywhere that in the property description. Their solution was they had a convection oven, but really it was an oven toaster. The washer and dryer were full of mold. I have pictures to show. They did not have enough toilet paper not even for one day. We had to dash to the store an hour away to buy supplies. The trashcan in the kitchen was broken. There was no hand soap in the third floor. The property owner should find a different company to manage theirs assets. The location was misleading. In the description it looks as if you are closer to the beach than you really are. Hardly can give an over all 2 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the inconveniences you faced during your stay. The elevator malfunction was unexpected, and we regret its impact on your visit. We're addressing this urgently. We also apologize for the stove and oven issues and are ensuring all appliances are in working order. The condition of the washer and dryer is unacceptable, and we are fixing this immediately. We are reviewing our restocking procedures to ensure essentials are adequately provided, and we will update the listing to accurately reflect the property's location. Your feedback helps us improve, and we hope to have the chance to provide you with a better experience in the future.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Narendra S.

Stay is okay

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had fun at the stay with friends. The location was very good, and the beach walkable. The house from the outside looks good. Even the inside is clean and good. But there are some catches: 1. the 4th bed is behind garage. Access to this bed is via elevator. 2. If the elevator does not work, then you have to exit the house and open the garage, and then enter the 4th bedroom. it looks like a bunker bed room. 3. The third-party managing property are little new, they did not send agreement to sing in first place and asked me to sign with reminders. After signing, they did not receive the agreement. So I had to sign and send it again. It seems like their app does not work proper 4. The garage door was not opening properly, had to call service guy. 5. check-in was not simple. We waited 30min outside to get inside 6. you have to 4th hunting if you are new to the property. which everyone will be. 7. the oven was not working and we came to know when we prepared all food and ready to make.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sliding times

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at the Oyster On a Half-Shell. The condo was beautifully decorated and the space was excellent for our large party. Our only concern was there were no towel racks in the bathrooms for hand towels or bath towels, so they were not able to dry appropriately. We also had some difficulty with the stove.
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 14, 2023
Thank you for your response! We will take into consideration your issue with the towel racks in hopes of better serving our future guests, and are so sorry you had difficulty with the stove. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you stay with us on your next trip to Port A!

About the host

Hosted by New Wave Vacation Rentals

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New Wave is proud to offer incredible vacation rentals throughout the area. From Port Aransas to Corpus Christi—and every area in between—we offer homes with comfortably spacious floor plans and stunning amenities. Interested in a small condo getaway with your sweetheart? Planning a lavish getaway with your extended family? We have vacation rentals of all sizes to accommodate many different types of vacation plans, each of which is fully furnished with comfortable coastal furniture.
Our Mission is to give back and help Port Aransas maintain its natural beauty. With each booking a portion of proceeds will be given back quarterly to a local non profit. We will be selling and including: Protect Port A bracelets in all guest gift baskets. Our mission extends to our guests through our "Welcome Baskets." Each reservation will find a welcome basket when they arrive at our property. The basket includes items from local business partners as well as a Protect Port A trash bag. Use the bag to collect beach trash, then return the full bag to our office in exchange for a local gift certificate to be used during their stay and help keep our beaches cleaner than when you arrive.

What makes this property unique

Step inside this beautiful Italian Style Villa where high-end finishes abound. Nothing compares in Port Aransas. Fleur De Lune backsplash in Kitchen, Polished concrete countertops, 36" Italian Gas Stove with removable Wok burner, large pantry, open living/kitchen/dining that can easily entertain 15 plus people. Two patios that overlook the green area and the pools. Yes! There are two pools and two hot tubs.

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