Dog-friendly townhouse near the beach with balcony, kitchen, shared pool
Driftwood Cottage at Palmilla Beach
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Welcome to your perfect family getaway in Port Aransas, TX! This charming townhouse is designed with families in mind, featuring baby gates and a Pack-N-Play for your little ones. With a dog-friendly policy, you can bring your furry friends along to enjoy the sun-soaked beaches and vibrant local attractions.
Spread out over three floors, the layout of this home ensures everyone has plenty of privacy while still enjoying communal spaces for mealtimes and entertaining. Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, stove, oven, and coffee maker, including both regular coffee and a Keurig for your morning brew. This home also features a main living area with a plush sectional and a TV for streaming your favorite channels.
This townhouse also boasts four comfortable bedrooms including one on the first floor with a king bed and en suite bath, two additional rooms with king- and queen-size beds, and room with twin bunks on the top-floor.
Outdoors, enjoy the view and the fresh air from your balconies, take a short walk over to the two elegant resort-style pools that are heated during our winter season, or stroll through the neighborhood, cross the boardwalk, and find yourself right on the beach. This property is also close to golf, the Port Aransas Nature Preserve, shopping, and restaurants ensuring there's plenty to do right at your fingertips.
THINGS TO KNOW There is currently major construction occurring on new homes in the area. No current homes or amenities will be affected, though construction equipment may be visible and views may be obstructed in some areas. Construction has been scheduled during certain times of the day to minimize noise and potential disturbances to guests. The work is scheduled to conclude in the next year.Streaming TV services require guest accounts to access.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Security camera details: Front & back entrance
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Port Aransas
Located in Port Aransas, this vacation home is next to a golf course and on the beach. Port Aransas Beach and Nature Preserves reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center. With scuba diving, snorkeling, and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Does Dog-friendly townhouse near the beach with balcony, kitchen, shared pool have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Dog-friendly townhouse near the beach with balcony, kitchen, shared pool?
As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog-friendly townhouse near the beach with balcony, kitchen, shared pool on May 11, 2026 start from $708, 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.
Is Dog-friendly townhouse near the beach with balcony, kitchen, shared pool pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dog-friendly townhouse near the beach with balcony, kitchen, shared pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dog-friendly townhouse near the beach with balcony, kitchen, shared pool?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dog-friendly townhouse near the beach with balcony, kitchen, shared pool located?
Situated in Port Aransas, this golf vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Palmilla Beach Golf Club and Mustang Island Beach. Holiday Beach and Port Aransas Birding Center 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.
This was the best vacation we have taken in a long time. We can't wait to come back and stay at this house.
Britta S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jordan K.
Jun 16, 2025
Beautiful, fun stay
Perfect home to stay at for our family. We enjoyed all the amenities the property offered. We will be back!
Jordan K.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Kevin D.
Jul 27, 2025
Stay was fun
Condo just needed a little TLC, overall we had a good stay.
Kevin D.
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 6, 2025
Hi, Kevin. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We appreciate your comments and agree that the condo could use a little TLC. We're glad to hear that, overall, you had a good stay. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Amanda B.
Jun 7, 2024
Beach vacay
Home had plenty of rooms to sleep our large group. Easy kitchen to cook a lot of meals (which we did) and very convenient beach and pool access.
Amanda B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Wyn W.
Aug 16, 2024
Great stay at Driftwood
Great kitchen and living space. Beds very comfortable. Pools and beach close by. There are stairs but it’s good exercise. The only issue at all were the mosquitoes
Wyn W.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Melani D.
Jun 26, 2024
Beautiful and clean
Overall a really beautiful property. Definitely recommend bringing your own hose to reach the faucet in the back to rinse off the items.
Melani D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Zach H.
Mar 24, 2024
Palmilla beach
Absolutely beautiful. Everything is close with so many activities to do all along port a
First time here and we had a great time. Been to Galveston, south padre, several other city’s along gulf but this place was the most convenient, clean, and friendliest place we have been. Definitely coming back the resort made our stay smooth and was always immediate to respond to all my questions in email
Zach H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katherine H.
Oct 3, 2022
What a beauty!
This brand new home was amazing and has tons of room. The photos do not do it justice. Top notch layout with plenty of bathrooms and beds to go around. Because it is so new, it was missing a few kitchen items we are used to having with rentals. But, all in all a great stay and the Palmilla management team is phenomenal. We will be back!
Katherine H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Blair C.
Jul 8, 2023
4th of July Family Vacay
We love staying at Palmilla and enjoyed this new townhouse. The only thing we didn’t know was the lack of house supplies that weren’t there. Wasn’t a huge deal, we grabbed some at the store. Just kitchen soap and cleaning spray. I would suggest to bring an electric broom to help keep sand out of rooms. We did the best we could with a broom that was there.
There were 2 families staying, 4 adults and 4 kids and everyone had plenty of space.
Blair C.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rachel J.
Sep 28, 2024
Adequate for Palmilla but not fantastic
Good and comfortable beds and clean but had several small issues. WiFi not working, a bathroom door wouldn’t close, living area very small for a big group. Door to balcony difficult and handle slightly broken. Nowhere to put clothes in some bedrooms. Also bunk room has no door so was loud for kids. Was clean and sleeps a lot of people.
Rachel J.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2024
Hello, Rachel! Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear that you found the beds comfortable and the property clean. We apologize for the small issues you encountered, including the WiFi, bathroom door, and balcony access; your comments are important for us to improve. We appreciate your insights and will work to address these concerns for a better experience for future guests. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future and provide you with an even better stay.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Faridy M.
Jul 19, 2025
Great beach access.
The community is stunning and offers a sense of peace and tranquility. The evenings were quiet. There is easy access to the beach. You can simply park on the beach. They supplied an abundance of beach towels. The unit includes a full-size washer and dryer. Drinks at the pool are expensive, but they do offer complimentary water. I wish there were additional amenities apart from the two beautiful pools. If you intend to cook, bring extra trash bags. There were numerous pots, pans, and dishes available. The beds are extremely comfortable. A Keurig and another coffee maker were provided, but no coffee was included. Remember to bring your own coffee. We stayed in a four-bedroom house that was beautifully decorated and spacious enough for a group of 6 adults and 2 children. The interior was spotless upon our arrival.
Faridy M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
diane p.
Sep 19, 2024
Great weekend
The unit was clean and well appointed. Communication with owner was not good. I emailed prior to arriving without receiving any response. The WiFi was not working. The staff tried to help but the unit need to be reset and the staff were never granted permission by the owner to gain access to the closet where the WiFi was, so communication with the owner was less than optimal! The staff was able to provide an alternative solution. Our unit had 3 stories with 4 bedrooms and a loft area with bunk beds so plenty of rooms/beds. Property is nice with great pool, however, very limited parking. The units provided two spaces but streets lined with cars. Quiet and comfortable overall!
diane p.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 19, 2024
Thank you, Diane, for your feedback. We're glad to hear you found the unit clean and well-appointed, and that you enjoyed the spacious layout and amenities like the pool. However, we apologize for the communication issues you experienced regarding the WiFi. As for parking, we appreciate your understanding that street parking is first come, first served, as we can only guarantee two spaces for the unit. We hope to welcome you back for another stay!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Blake W.
Oct 12, 2022
Brand New Build close to pool!
Awesome house that is close to the pool. We spent 4 days at the beach and the Palmilla Guest Services setup out chairs and umbrellas every day. Super easy to book and house has all the little things like soap, paper towels, dishwashing detergent, wine glasses, etc…. Beds are super comfortable as well. Will definitely rent again.
Blake W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Efren S.
Sep 6, 2022
Great house and location for family getaway!
House and location were great for our family vacation. Highly recommend and we will be back.
Efren S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rob H.
Aug 2, 2022
Excellent Stay
We booked a stay for 3 nights at Driftwood Cottage. The stay was excellent. The unit is brand new (2022) and was super clean. The unit has 1 bedroom (king size bed) on the ground floor with a TV and full bath with a walk-in shower. The second level is another bedroom (queen size bed) with a full bath that attaches to the main living area. The main living area has a kitchen, dining and living area. The kitchen was well equipped with plates, cups, cookware, Kuerig, toaster, crock pot, regular coffee maker (in the cabinet), etc. The TV in the living area is large and has all of the streaming apps, but guests have to use their logins. The third level has two more bedrooms (king size beds) with full baths. There is also a bunk area with a large tv. The bunk area does not have a door, but that worked out great for our young kids. Each bathroom comes with toiletries (bar soap, shampoo and conditioner) for your stay. The unit is also equipped with dishwashing tabs, dishwashing liquid soap and laundry detergent. There are two carport/covered parking spots on the backside of the unit and for our stay there was always street parking available as well.
The location of the unit is great. It is about 50 yards from the pool and it is not far from the Golf Shop/Black Marlin/Reds. We rented a golf cart (from off premises) while we were there and it was great.
When booking go ahead and give guest services a call, because golf carts, beach chairs and cabanas sell out fast. A golf cart is definitely recommended for driving around the property and going to/from the beach over the Palmilla Beach boardwalk. Chairs on the beach are not necessary, but are a convenience. You can take your own chairs, blankets, etc. and set them up in the Palmilla area. They also have bathrooms on the beach that are separate from the public port-a-pottys.
What a great stay, we will definitely return.
Thanks to Vacasa as well that sent many emails prior to the stay, during the stay and after the stay that communicated all the details to make the process smooth.